Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi told the Global Times in a recent exclusive interview that the Pakistani government is taking necessary measures to ensure Chinese citizens' security in Pakistan.

The Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia celebrated the 55th anniversary of Ethiopia-China diplomatic relations in Beijing on March 13. China's Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Chen Xiaodong participated in the event.

Ambassador of Bangladesh to China Nazmul Islam visited Yunnan Province from March 10 to March 11. The two sides agreed to deepen practical cooperation in various fields, establish a bond of people-to-people exchanges, and seek common development and well-being.

The Russian Cultural Center in Beijing hosted the 2025 Russian Glinka Choir A Cappella (China Tour) Concert on March 13. As part of the China-Russia Years of Culture, the tour in China will reach cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Tianjin, Chongqing, and Zhengzhou.

Editor's Note: Spring is the ideal time to visit China.In this season, the country transforms into a vibrant tapestry of colors thanks to the great variety of flowers blooming across its vast landscapes. Whether you're entering it through major gateways like Beijing and Xi'an, or charming cities such as Kunming and Luoyang, China offers a wealth of certified flower-viewing spots that promise you an unforgettable spring. For international visitors, here are some of the officially endorsed destinations that combine natural beauty and hassle-free travel policies.

Chinese animated film Nezha 2 will begin screening in the UK and Ireland on Friday, and will be released in 37 European countries in the following weeks. In its first week of screening in Europe, the film is expected to reach 100 cities across the UK and Ireland, showing in over 250 theaters, according to the Xinhua News Agency.

The incident in which an ancient stone lion at Beijing's Fayuan Temple was severely damaged by a tourist has sparked anger and discussions about cultural relic protection, while observers say that cultural heritage protection requires a multidimensional approach, instead of solely blaming institutions or leaving it entirely to legal action.

Researchers have decoded records revealing that a Northern Song (960-1127) family had tuberculosis. These "medical records" come from the Meng family cemetery, a significant archaeological site located in Duhui village, Xi'an, Northwest China's Shaanxi Province.

Rather than describing it as a platform for the publishing industry, the ongoing 2025 London Book Fair (LBF) appears more like a stage for cultural sharing, especially with the more than 40 diverse book-related events being held on-site by the Chinese publishing delegation's 50 publishing units.

Beijing is set to host the most highly anticipated event in short track speed skating as the World Championships return to the city's iconic Capital Indoor Stadium for the first time in 20 years.

China will continue advancing its three-year “weight management” campaign and promoting healthier lifestyles, said Lei Haichao, head of the National Health Commission (NHC), at a press conference on people's livelihood for the third session of the 14th National People's Congress on March 9.Following this announcement, the hashtag “The national weight-loss guideline is here” quickly trended on China's X-like platform, Sina Weibo, bringing renewed attention to the NHC's “2024 adult obesity dietary guidelines.”

At Indian Wells, the US, on Wednesday, China's tennis ace Zheng Qinwen defeated Marta Kostyuk from Ukraine 6-3, 6-2 to reach the last eight of the WTA 1000 event for the first time in her career. The 8th seed Zheng will face defending champion Iga Swiatek from Poland in the quarterfinals on Friday.

The absence of the first batch of naturalized players in China, who have no bloodline connection to the country, on the latest Chinese national football team roster for the upcoming World Cup Asian Qualifiers could herald the end of their playing career in China, while sports analysts said that they have left a valuable legacy for Chinese football by paving the way for an evolution of the naturalization strategy.

The Wenquan Paleolithic site in Ruzhou, Central China's Henan Province, has yielded a collection of Acheulean tools, including hand axes, thin-edged axes, and large stone knives. This marks the first discovery of such a tool assemblage in China's Central Plains region, filling a knowledge gap concerning the region's cultural development during the Paleolithic era, according to the Henan Provincial Institute of Cultural Heritage and Archaeology.

The Sanxingdui Museum has announced that the replicas of three precious Sanxingdui artifacts, including the renowned Bronze Sacred Tree, will be showcased at the China Pavilion during the Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, which kicks off on April 13, as reported by the China News Service. These replicas have already departed from Guanghan, Southwest China's Sichuan Province, and are en route to Japan, where they will offer the world a glimpse into the richness of Chinese civilization.

"Hi everyone, I'm Li Bai. Today, I'm officially joining Xiaohongshu [RedNote]…" With this playful introduction, China's most celebrated Tang Dynasty (618-907) poet "resurrected" on social media, sparking a wave of cross-millennial banter.

A 600-year-old stone lion at Beijing's Fayuan Temple was damaged after a tourist pushed it over, according to the Weibo account of the China News Weekly on Wednesday. An archaeological expert said that the tourist could face criminal charges or administrative penalties depending on the damage of the artifact.

Ink gives out the aroma of conscience and tenderness, and the weight of a sheet of paper props up your understanding of the author. The irresistible charm of reading books has been capturing my heart for as long as I can remember.

As the animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 continues to sweep the box-office charts since the Spring Festival, its soundtrack, infused with traditional Chinese music, has also caught people off guard, especially one piece played on suona that has earned over half a million views on YouTube in two weeks.

Gao Zhidan, director of China's General Administration of Sport (GAS), on Tuesday once again underlined the importance of cracking down on extreme fan culture in sports, while outlining ambi-tious plans to strengthen the development of athletics and major ball games.

The recent announcement by China's National Health Commission (NHC) that it would intensify a three-year "weight management" campaign has sparked nationwide enthusiasm, reflecting a positive institutional response to the escalating global public health crisis posed by obesity and chronic diseases.

A Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279) tomb of an aristocrat has been discovered near the Dong­qian Lake burial complex in Ningbo, East China's Zhejiang Province, according to the China News Ser-vice. The tomb, identified during the fourth national cultural heritage census, is well-preserved and features an elaborate design with numerous stone carvings imitating wooden structures, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship.

Following a thorough evaluation of submitted cases from 60 museums across China, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Regional Office for East Asia recently announced 16 selected Chinese museum cases for their innovative practices in accessibility and inclusion. The beneficiaries of these museums' practices are diverse and include individuals with disabilities, children and neurodiverse populations.

Whether it is promoting small rural theaters or proposing the construction of folk culture-themed pilot villages, many National People's Congress (NPC) deputies like Chen Cheng and Ouyang Qiansen have put forward proposals at this year's national "two sessions." With the aim to achieve rural revitalization, these deputies' suggestions focus on upgrading rural cultural facilities rather than building industry infrastructure. Their focus on cultural hubs reveals how China's versatile village cultures need to be made more tangible in order to drive rural development.

At this year's two sessions, Song Zhaopu, a 14th National People's Congress (NPC) deputy, made headlines by showcasing the acupuncture kit he carried with him daily during the meetings, as the topic "Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) ­practitioner Song Zhaopu gives ­acupuncture wherever he goes" trended on Chinese social media platform Sina Weibo.

China's tennis ace Zheng Qinwen revealed on Sunday night that winning a Grand Slam title was her childhood dream after she reached the last 16 of the WTA 1000 event at Indian Wells, the US for the first time in her career after edging past Sun Lulu of New Zealand 6-4, 7-5.

A new species of Wukongopteridae, Darwinopterus camposi sp. nov, has been discovered in Northeast China's Liaoning Province, the Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology (IVPP) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences revealed on Monday. This discovery further enriches the diversity of Wukongopteridae and provides new evidence for studying the phylogeny of this clade.

Numerous discoveries, including three jade dragon artifacts, from the Neolithic Hongshan culture have been discovered in North China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, setting a new annual record for unearthed Hongshan jade dragons in recent years, according to the Xinhua News Agency. Among them, archaeologists uncovered the largest Hongshan jade dragon, which offers fresh insights into the prehistoric culture.

Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 has surpassed the global box-office earnings of Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War (2018), becoming the sixth highest-grossing film globally on Sunday with a total of box office 14.882 billion yuan ($2.052 billion).

Some of the nation's legislators and political advisors at the ongoing two sessions have turned their attention to the protection and global recognition of cultural heritage as in 2025 a number of Chinese heritage sites and traditions, including the city walls of the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911), embroidery and Chinese hard liquor, will vie for official UNESCO status.

In recent years, as public attention shifts to youth people's football skills development, more top-tier European leagues and clubs have set up football academies in China to nurture sports talent.

For most tourists, travel is often about visiting famous landmarks, collecting souvenirs, and following well-planned itineraries. However, for China's Gen Z, the meaning of travel has shifted. No longer satisfied with passive sightseeing, this generation sees travel as a form of self-expression, an opportunity to craft unique experiences that reflect their identity. Scenic destinations are adjusting their strategies accordingly, paying close attention to the emotional needs of young travelers.

Shanghai Museum has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Bowers Museum in the US, setting the stage for the establishment of a permanent gallery in the US dedicated to ancient Chinese art. The agreement marks the launch of Shanghai Museum's first overseas branch, according to Shanghai Museum on Sunday.

Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" hit Malaysian movie screens at Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, on Saturday.

Thanks to their abundant resources, growing tourism economy and strong government support, Changning county, the city of Tengchong, and the Longyang district in Baoshan, Southwest China's Yunnan Province have been selected for the list of "Top Counties and Districts in China's County-Level Tourism Development Monitoring," according to the recently released 2025 phased report on China's county-level tourism development.

Flow, an animated feature from Latvia, won Best Animated Feature at the 2025 Academy Awards on Sunday, securing the first Academy Award for Latvia. Upon the good news, Latvian Ambassador to China Karlis Eihenbaums told the Global Times that the achievement of the movie is very important for the country. Referring to Chinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2, the ambassador also said that he looks forward to more collaborations in the cultural sphere. Both films have ground breaking potential, he said.

Sinisa Berjan, Ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina to China, visited Xuzhou, East China's Jiangsu Province from March 2 to 3. The delegation held talks with the city officials, discussing trade, friendly exchange city relations, cultural exchanges and mutual learning for closer cooperation.

Khalil Hashmi, Pakistani Ambassador to China, visited Tsinghua University and participated in the opening ceremony of "the Light of Integration," an art exhibition hosted at the university in Beijing on March 1.

Officials from the Embassy of the Republic of Cuba visited the Foreign Affairs Office of the Haidian district in Beijing on March 3. During the activity of "Diplomats Dialogue around the Fireplace" dedicated to Cuba, both sides explored in-depth cooperation opportunities in science and technology, education, economy and trade.

The 14th National People's Congress (NPC), China's national legislature, opened its third session at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Wednesday. In addition to the deputies to NPC and CPPCC members, there is a section for envoys from foreign countries. According to convention, ambassadors from various countries are invited to attend the opening and closing sessions of the NPC every year, which has become a window for the outside world to observe China and understand its development.

The annual "two sessions," a highly anticipated event on China's political calendar, are being held in Beijing. "China has entered a new phase of high-quality development," said Peru's Ambassador to China Marco Vinicio Balarezo Lizarzaburu in an interview with the Global Times. He said that he pays the most attention to keywords such as "high-quality development," "green transformation," "scientific and technological innovation."

While many architects expand career horizons globally, Chinese architect Liu Jiakun, who is also the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize laureate, was engrossed in designing a mixed-use courtyard complex in his hometown of Chengdu, Southwest China's Sichuan Province. Featuring teahouse and hotpot restaurants, the project, named the "West Village," typifies how architecture preserves regional culture through sustaining local people's daily lives.

Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 officially released in 33 cinemas in Singapore on Thursday, leading in the number of screenings among all films currently showing in the country, China Central Television reported, citing local film distributor Encore Films.

Chinese animation Ne Zha 2 has taken the global box office by storm. The highest-earning animated film in history, it has pulled in an incredible 14.59 billion yuan ($2.01 billion).

Eating spring vegetables remains a cherished culinary tradition deeply embedded in regional practices in China. It highlights the Chinese appreciation for seasonal ingredients and local flavors, while also symbolizes the country's enduring connection to nature and the timeless wisdom of Chinese cuisine.

The highly anticipated new branch of Beijing's iconic Palace Museum is on track for completion in October, marking a milestone in China's cultural infrastructure development, the chief architect of the new museum said at an academic event on Thursday.

The upcoming National Games has become one of the topics that national legislators and political advisors are often talking about during the ongoing two sessions, as they emphasize its role in deepening regional integration and boosting economic vitality of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).

On a casual afternoon, I opened an enlightening book called How the Steel Was Tempered written by a writer called Nikolai Ostrovsky. Immediately I was lost in the immortal work.

During her lunch break, 28-year-old office worker Li Qing heads straight to a chain health center in a bustling mall in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, relying on a rejuvenating session of massage and moxibustion to combat work fatigue.

From video game Black Myth: Wukong to the animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2, an increasing number of groundbreaking Chinese cultural works have been gaining international acclaim. However, this rising popularity is also leading to a more severe piracy problem, which urgently needs to establish a comprehensive anti-piracy management mechanism so as to swiftly, accurately and effectively com-bat the illegal behaviors across the entire industry chain, Zhao Dongling, a deputy to the 14th Na-tional People's Congress (NPC), told the Global Times.

Open an AI app, type in your destination, budget, number of travelers, and how many days you've got, and instantly, a personalized travel plan pops right out, with daily schedules and cost estimates all neatly lined up.

A rhinoceros tooth fossil has been discovered in a karst sinkhole near Changyang human fossil site in Changyang Tujia autonomous county, Central China's Hubei Province. The fossil is believed to be a rare remnant of the animals that coexisted with ancient Changyang humans, who lived about 195,000 years ago.

The infiltration into sports of extreme fan culture, a phenomenon often being referred to as fanquan, or "fan circle," on Chinese social media and characterized by extreme idolization and online extremity, has become a pressing concern in China.

The remains of a large-scale and well-preserved terraced wood-frame houses of early Warring States period (475BC-221BC) have been discovered in Shaoxing, East China's Zhejiang Province, providing valuable insights into the construction methods, structural layout and living conditions of the ordinary people in the outskirts of the Yue State capital, China News Service reported on Tuesday.

Over 80 toy suppliers from China brought more than 1,000 products to the 2025 North America International Toy Fair in New York City, drawing great attention from international buyers.

China is home to 59 World Heritage Sites and 44 intangible cultural heritages recognized by UNESCO. These treasures embody the essence of China's millennia-old civilization and cultural identity of the Chinese nation, serving as the spiritual bond that unites the country's diverse ethnic groups. As the national two sessions are ongoing, some NPC deputies and CPPCC National Committee members have shared with the Global Times their proposals and suggestions on safeguarding and promoting excellent traditional Chinese culture, highlighting their commitment to cultural heritage protection and vision for cultural development in the new era.

China's National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) received 41 cultural and artistic artifacts returned to the Chinese side by the Manhattan District Attorney's Office in New York, US, at dawn on Tuesday, Beijing time.

The highly anticipated Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 is set for official release in multiple Southeast Asian countries, including Singapore, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand . As the film enjoys global popularity, the border county of Hekou in Southwest China's Yunnan Province has witnessed a surge in cross-border moviegoers.

With sharp inquiries, the host of "Wenzheng Shandong," which means Questioning Shandong in Chinese, leaves officials sweating and struggling for answers, while an on-site panel of observers frowns, ready to raise their "Dissatisfied" signs. This investigative TV program from East China's Shandong Province has gone viral in China recently.

Literature and art in modern-day China is, in essence, the literature and art of the people, as art creators follow a people-centered approach in their work and produce numerous outstanding works that satisfy people's spiritual needs, embody Chinese cultural traditions and reflect the nation's aesthetic pursuits. As the annual two sessions convene in Beijing, a number of CPPCC members and NPC deputies shared with the Global Times their proposals and suggestions on achieving the creative transformation and innovative development of literary and artistic creation and cultural heritage protection in the new era.

From tools used at workplaces to creative video production, novel writing, drone simulation flight training, smart parenting courses and intelligent human resource solutions, the AI night school offers a diverse array of classes that appeal to a wide range of participants, including public officials, students, new parents and professionals from a variety of industries.

Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" has grossed an estimated nearly 18 million U.S. dollars after three weekends in North America, data from the measurement firm Comscore showed on Sunday.

China has become the country with the most dinosaur fossil discovery sites in the world, the Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology (IVPP) at the Chinese Academy of Sciences recently revealed.

The recent launch of a player self-recommendation system under the purview of the Chinese Football Association (CFA) marks a significant step forward in the development of Chinese football. This initiative, which allows all domestic players to recommend themselves, has far-reaching implications and potential benefits for the sport in China.

The highly anticipated Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 premiered in Singapore on Sunday, drawing an enthusiastic crowd. The film is set for release in multiple other Southeast Asian countries, includ-ing the Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand.

China's National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) announced on Sunday that the newly revised Law on the Protection of Cultural Relics, which took effect on Saturday, explicitly establishes China's right to reclaim cultural relics lost overseas due to theft or illicit export without any time limitations.

A total of 2.29 million infringing links related to films released during China's Spring Festival movie season like NeZha 2 and Venom: The Last Dance have been removed since January as authorities intensified crackdown on illegal recording and distribution, Xinhua reported on Sunday.

A fire-drilling toolset dating back about 7,000 years has been unearthed at the Canyangang site in East China's Jiangsu Province. This discovery yielded the earliest known physical evidence of fire-making technology found in the country to date, reported the Xinhua News Agency.

Renowned musician from Hong Kong Khalil Fong (Fang Datong), 41, passed away on February 21 after fighting with illness with a positive attitude for five years. "Fong will continue his mission and dreams in another realm of life. The music and graphic novels he left behind are an eternal spiritual legacy," the music company Fumusic posted on Sina Weibo on Saturday.

A new species of spined loach, officially named the Cobitis beijingensis, has been discovered in the Beijing area for the first time in over 40 years. This is the first time a fish species has been named using the pinyin "Beijing" globally, according to a report released by the Beijing Daily on Thursday.

China's track and field athletes are in the midst of preparing for the national indoor athletics championships, which are scheduled to be held in Jinan, East China's Shandong Province, from March 7 to 9. The event, which will also serve as the last chance for the Chinese athletes to qualify into the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, East China's Jiangsu Province, is expected to witness the emergence of domestic talents.

The torch for The World Games (TWG) 2025 Chengdu, named Zhumeng (lit: Bamboo Dream in Chinese, which also sounds like "chasing dreams"), was unveiled in Chengdu, Southwest China's Sichuan Province, on Thursday. The design of the torch, the first-ever in TWG's history, is inspired by the Grand Bronze Standing Figure at the Sanxingdui Ruins site in Sichuan.

Starting March 1, the revised Law on the Protection of Cultural Relics will be implemented nation-wide, introducing new regulations for cultural relic preservation and China's repatriation of lost arti-facts around the globe. A major focus of the updated law is to prioritize the protection of cultural rel-ics; and while the law has yet to take full effect, various regions in China have already begun imple-menting its principles.

In the vast 400-square-kilometer area of the Kuaiji Mountain in ­Shaoxing, East China's Zhejiang Province, a collection of torreya trees has stood the test of time. Among them are tens of thousands of trees that are over 100 years old, with nearly 100 trees exceeding 1,000 years in age.

Swiss Ambassador to China, Jurg Burri, visited the Renmin University of China in Beijing on February 25. On the same day, the university's Chongyang Institute for Financial Studies (RDCY), staged an Ambassador Forum. Under the theme of "the Innovative and Steadfast Partnership between Switzerland and China," the ambassador gave a speech, discussing China-Switzerland relations, the Free Trade Area, and the two countries' 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties.

The Embassy of Türkiye in China held a press briefing in Beijing on February 25. İsmail Hakkı Musa, Ambassador of Türkiye to China, reviewed the historical origins and development of Türkiye-China relations while exploring bilateral cooperation in the future.

In a recent interview, the head coach of China's national men's basketball team, Guo Shiqiang, emphasized that naturalized players are an "inevitable trend" for the team if it wants to remain competitive, which stirred up debate on the matter of naturalization once again.

The Embassy of Saudi Arabia in China hosted the Saudi Founding Day 2025 celebration in Beijing on February 25. Special Envoy Zhai Jun of the Chinese Government on the Middle East Issue, participated in the reception. Both sides also exchanged views on bilateral relations.

French Culture Center in Beijing launched the 29th Mois de la francophonie in Beijing on February 26. For 25 years, the Month of Francophonie has been one of the major highlights of the Institut Français de Chine.

Consul General of Consulate General of the Kingdom of Cambodia in Jinan, Mao Samneang, visited Jinan in East China's Shandong Province, and held talks with Yu Haitian, Mayor of Jinan, on February 25. Both sides discussed opportunities to achieve mutual benefit, win-win, and common development.

In 2017, I visited my cousin and asked her to recommend me the book that she liked the most. I remember she walked me through some novels in different genres such as sci-fi, adventure and history on her bookshelf.

Italian fashion brand Fendi is caught up in a dispute after having been accused of erroneously describing the Chinese cultural roots of one of its recent products' design as Korean.

Plum blossoms in Meiyuan Garden have recently entered their peak flowering season in Linhai City, east China's Zhejiang Province.

The 10th Istanbul Publishing Fellowship kicked off on Tuesday, with China selected as the "Focus Country" for the event.

Recent excavations at the Liulihe relic site in Beijing have uncovered significant discoveries, including the precise reconstruction of a four-generation family lineage and insights into the diets of ancient inhabitants from 2,700 years ago. Through ancient DNA analysis and isotope research, these findings shed new light on life during the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046-771BC).

Disney's live-action remake of Snow White, set to be released in the Chinese mainland and North America on March 21, has ignited a firestorm of debate both in China and abroad. Adapted from the 1937 animated classic - the studio's first feature-length film - the remake attempts to modernize a centuries-old fairy tale while navigating the fraught terrain of identity politics.

Regulations on the protection of the cliff inscriptions in Fuzhou, East China's Fujian Province, will be officially implemented starting from March 1, the municipal government of Fuzhou announced on Wednesday. The regulations specify penalties for damages to the inscriptions and provide legal protection to promote the preservation of the city's cliff inscriptions.

On its official opening day on Wednesday, the Western Airport Museum in Xi'an, Northwest China's Shaanxi Province - the world's first on-site cultural heritage museum housed in an airport - wel-comed thousands of visitors. The visitor traffic amazed staff members at the museum, who were busy maintaining order and guiding visitors on the spot without a moment's pause.

Wuxi, a city located in East China's Jiangsu Province, by the shores of the Taihu Lake, has long been hailed as the “Pearl of Jiangnan Water Towns.” It embodies the ideal image of a traditional Jiangnan (the region located in the coastal area south of the Yangtze River) town in many people's hearts across the globe.

"My dad doesn't know why, but he particularly enjoys watching videos of funeral processions with suona [an oboe-like traditional Chinese solo musical instrument] music," 27-year-old Bao Xiuhuan from Wenzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, told the Global Times.

An aerial drone photo shows tourists visiting the Grand Tang Mall in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, Feb. 2, 2024. As the provincial capital of northwest China's Shaanxi Province, Xi'an, with a history of over 3,100 years, has served as the capital city for 13 dynasties of China. Under the policies of protection and utilization of cultural relics, the historical and cultural resources of Xi'an have been well preserved.

Beijing Guoan's newly signed Serbian international Uros Spajic joined the team in Shanghai on Tuesday as they gear up for the Chinese Super League (CSL) clash against Shanghai Shenhua on Sat-urday.