It is incontestable that today, Japan, Asia and the world need Japan to be bound by Article 9 - unreformed - more than ever.

For the China-South Korea relationship, seizing the opportunity of the 15th Five-Year Plan to build a new balance of cooperation amid competition may be the true essence of this "year of full-scale restoration."

Welcome Prime Minister Carney to visit China and it is also hoped that the Canadian side will translate a correct understanding of China into concrete actions, including lifting unreasonable tariff restrictions and advancing more pragmatic cooperation. A warming of China-Canada relations will not only bring tangible benefits to the peoples of both countries, but also inject greater certainty into the world.

The more Europe appeases hegemony, the more the hegemon will take advantage of it.

For its own sake and for global stability, the US must retain a clear understanding of the value of responsibility, rules and cooperation – and shoulder at least the most basic obligations expected of a major power.

While governance models cannot be mechanically transplanted from one context to another, the CPC's eight-point decision offers valuable lessons. The eight-point decision can serve as an eye-opener for countries struggling with weak party governance.

Now Latin America and the Caribbean face the turbulent path of overcoming the neocolonizing strategy of the “neighborhood bully” and strengthening diversified ties with other countries of the world that prioritize tangible, pragmatic and mutually beneficial cooperation, without geopolitical calculations or interference.

The 36-year new year tradition between China and Africa conveys a crucial sense of certainty in bilateral relations, and now – more than ever – a constant joint call for a more just, inclusive and trustworthy global order.

China's move to impose a “no-go” sign on Japan, which is going further and further down the path of reviving militarism, is a powerful defense of the postwar international order.

The recent trial and subsequent conviction of Jimmy Lai are a watershed moment for Hong Kong's legal landscape.

As a defeated country, Japan's due post-WWII role should have been that of a modest pacifist, a co-builder of regional cooperation and a promoter of historical reconciliation. In recent years, however, a series of Japan's actions have been reshaping this role in the opposite direction.

Make no mistake:, Tthe US has undertaken what could turn out to be the beginning of the 21st century version of colonialism in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Monroe Doctrine, the idea that the US and the US alone will control the region, is, unfortunately, alive and well.

In the ongoing wave of technological change, China has consistently demonstrated its determination to turn development challenges into innovation opportunities and to make technological breakthroughs benefit global progress as a whole.

Only by adhering to true multilateralism and upholding international law, as well as the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, can the international system avoid descending into a jungle logic where the strong prey on the weak, allowing the world to move toward a more stable and just direction.

History demonstrates, US actions like the latest attack in Venezuela often become a “rod for America's own back” – a self-inflicted burden of instability, resentment and strategic overreach that undermines US interests far more than it secures them.

The attack on Venezuela on January 3 leaves no room for doubt: The US no longer behaves as the peaceful democracy it proclaims to be. It has evolved into an armed democracy.

South Korea and China must identify structures and sectors for economic cooperation that allow for mutual sustainability, coexistence and prosperity. Lee's visit serves as a vital opportunity to explore these possibilities.

US foreign policy works through wars, covert regime-change operations, economic sanctions and other hostile actions, all of which are in violation of the spirit of the UN Charter and international law, said renowned US scholar Jeffrey Sachs in a written interview with the Global Times over US latest actions against Venezuela on Monday.

Strengthening people-to-people ties, particularly among Gen Z, is vital for the continued enhancement of China-South Korea relations, experts said on Monday at a seminar hosted by the National Institute of International Strategy at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.

It's believed that as long as the two countries continue in the direction of friendly cooperation, respect each other's concerns, and focus on common development issues, China and the ROK will be able to continuously build mutual trust through cooperation and make greater contributions to global prosperity and development.

The most striking hallmark of the four global initiatives is their unwavering commitment to genuine multilateralism. In all, they inject strong confidence and momentum into the Global South's pursuit of multilateral cooperation, together ushering in a new era of peace, development, fairness and justice.

The “Will for Peace 2026” exercise does not target any third-party country or bloc as a hypothetical adversary; rather, it addresses the common threats to the security of maritime trade for BRICS Plus nations.

True peace demands not only silencing the guns but also disarming the hearts. Going forward, China will continue to play a constructive role in supporting regional countries in preserving this hard-won peace.

For Latin America, Venezuela will certainly not be the last country affected. Once the US seeks deep re-embedding, it will fundamentally reshape the local order.

The aim of South Korean President Lee Jae-myung's China visit is not only to repair ties, but to place the China-South Korea ties on a more predictable and sustainable footing, one that can manage differences while expanding space for practical cooperation, says a South Korean scholar.

Deepening China-Ireland cooperation not only serves the interests of both peoples but also provides a valuable demonstration for China-EU relations: Countries with different social systems and at various development stages can fully achieve mutual benefits through mutual respect and equal dialogue.

The only way for the international community to eradicate the soil from which hegemonism breeds is to unite firmly in support of international law and fairness and justice, and to work together to promote changes in global governance, which will create a stable environment for lasting prosperity for all countries.

South Korea and China, as neighboring states, share numerous common interests and connections. Both states have significant opportunities to enhance their bilateral relationship, fostering a more constructive and healthier dynamic compared to their interactions with other nations, says a South Korean scholar, commenting on President Lee Lee Jae-myung's visit to China.

From denying history to the dangerous strategic shift currently taking place in reality, behind it all lies the attempts by Japanese right-wing forces to honor the militarists. How can the international forces of justice, which made tremendous sacrifices for victory in WWII, stand idly by and allow this to happen?

The use of domestic law to carry out the arrest of a sitting president of another country is a quintessential example of unilateral hegemony that delivers a systemic shock to the international order. It openly violates the principles of sovereign equality and non-interference enshrined in the UN Charter

This brazen US operation - the midnight arrest of Maduro - may stimulate countries to once again view international relations through the lens of jungle-law realism, where might makes right. Yet today, most countries reject a chaotic international order and the prospect of war returning to the global stage.

Looking ahead to 2026, a China that places greater emphasis on the quality of development, more proactively embraces the world, and pays even greater attention to people's livelihoods is coming into view before the world.

The world needs a vision that honors African agency, respects its sovereignty, and invests in its potential, not one rooted in fear. The 2025 US NSS fails this test, clinging to a bygone imperial era as history turns toward multipolarity and shared prosperity.

"China always stands on the right side of history, and is ready to work with all countries to advance world peace and development and build a community with a shared future for humanity." In his 2026 New Year message, Chinese President Xi Jinping declared the Chinese people's unwavering confidence in pursuing their dreams with perseverance and dedication, expressed China's sincere desire to continue embracing the world with open arms and demonstrated the nation's responsibility as a major power to provide stability and certainty through its own development.

A more confident and open China, bearing the weight of its abundant harvests and firm conviction in the future, strides toward 2026.

Reunification is the core interest of the Chinese nation and an irreversible historical process. The "Justice Mission 2025" exercises serve as a solemn warning from the PLA to "Taiwan Independence" separatist and external interference forces.

China and the US are the world's largest developing and developed countries respectively. Focusing on their own development and managing their domestic affairs well not only concerns the well-being of their respective peoples, but also serves as a vital driving force for global peace and development.

Old financial institutions will have their fair share in the global financial system, but not a monopoly on setting the rules within the system. This change will ultimately benefit all of us.

If Japan intervenes militarily in the Taiwan Straits, China will undoubtedly strike back. Are those politicians and media outlets that are fueling confrontational rhetoric on China prepared to assume responsibility for the safety of the Japanese people? Can they be held accountable for the nation's survival, development and prosperity?

Co-authoring a Global South story is not to erect new walls but to open windows to ensure the stories of China-Africa collaboration, African innovation and shared aspirations are told with the nuance, respect and volume they deserve. They can move from being objects of a narrative to being its authors, crafting a story of the Global South that is finally multidimensional, authentic and owned by its people.

This survey has measured the appeal of contemporary China, revealing the genuine stories of "seeing China, understanding China, and being willing to cooperate with China" naturally growing worldwide.

Cooperation between China and the US benefits both sides, while confrontation harms both, a reality that has been repeatedly verified through practice.

Japan's military expansionist policies not only contradict its “exclusively defense-oriented policy” but also undermine the peace-oriented postwar international order. How to manage Japan's security policies within multilateral platforms like the United Nations has become an urgent common challenge for all nations.

China's technological progress evokes a "cool" impression because it embodies a transformative leap that blends cutting-edge innovation with practical, everyday applicability, providing flexible alternatives to the historical dominance of Western technologies.

China's active efforts in facilitating dialogue for peace represent a vivid practice of a model of security for Asia that features security for all, seeks common ground while shelving differences, and promotes dialogue.

Upholding the spirit of seeking common ground while shelving differences, replacing confrontation with dialogue, resolving disagreements through cooperation and managing contradictions with a broader perspective, China and the US can be fully capable of achieving mutual success and shared prosperity.

China has shared, and is ready to further share, its successes of the past 40 years with the rest of the world. China today is more confident and willing to say, “We are able to do this.” That's cool, said South African sinologist.

As long as countries worldwide jointly implement the four global initiatives, practice true multilateralism and unite in action, the great ship of human destiny will be able to pierce through the fog and waves, sail forward and reach the bright shore of the future.

Will Japan pull back from the brink and return to the path of peaceful development, or persist in its course and continue to challenge the regional order? This is a question Japan must give a correct answer.

The “Thucydides' Trap” is not historic fatalism. China and the US jointly finding an unprecedented way to get along with each other as major powers is one of the most critical issues of our era.

By backtracking on historical issues, racing down the path of military expansion, and sowing division among regional countries, Japan's authorities are cementing their role as an “international troublemaker.”

We invite scholars from both China and Europe to review how the Port of Hamburg in Germany and the Port of Piraeus in Greece cooperate with China, demonstrating the tenacity of China-Europe cooperation.

As I departed Xinjiang, I marveled at the Silk Road's civilizational capacities.

Looking back at a year of rapidly changing international dynamics, the interactions between China and the US in the economic and trade sphere have consistently drawn global attention. From "conflict" to "dialogue," and from a seemingly insurmountable impasse to a return to an equal dialogue and negotiation track, the fluctuations in US-China economic and trade relations offer rich insights into how these two major economies can effectively manage their relationship and accurately grasp the trends of the times.

Can Japan's strength support its right-wing ambitions? Trapped by challenges near and far, how many grim truths does Japan still confront?

The development of China's military capabilities is a proactive effort to provide global public security goods, and by no means the “threat” portrayed in the Pentagon report.

KFC entered China 38 years ago. Today, Chinese milk tea has entered the US. This shows that we share our pursuit of comfort and modernity in life. Every cup sold tells a quiet truth about the era, and that truth, repeated day after day, is subtly reshaping the direction of globalization itself, which will ultimately affect the future of China-US relations.

This page highlights key points from the experts' speeches and discussions during the fourth panel of the conference, titled "Symbiotic states: A new exploration of how major powers relate to their neighbors."

China is increasingly emerging as an open, accessible, and dynamic ecosystem where young people around the world can experience and appreciate its growing “cool factor.”

We warn the Japanese government: Do not misjudge the situation, and do not underestimate the determination of the international community to defend the nuclear non-proliferation regime.

The international aerospace media outlet SpaceNews published a commentary on Monday titled “It's time to unburden space cooperation with China,” directly pointing to a long-standing issue: the Wolf Amendment, a congressional bar inhibiting civil collaboration between the US and China in space. As space exploration increasingly becomes a shared endeavor for all humanity, the stark reality that the US continues to rely on Cold War-style restrictions – trapping itself in an increasingly outdated system – has sparked some reflection from within the country.

This page highlights key points from the experts' speeches and discussions during the third panel of the conference, titled “A civilizational country: Why the Chinese approach is the most implementable.”

I think a lot of the world needs to start understanding China. China is so large and has so many people that there are many unique experiences you can have within China.

By repeatedly staging intrusions and orchestrating media spectacles for political purposes, is the Marcos administration truly helping its fishermen, or is it ultimately harming their livelihoods and safety?

Should Japan cling to obstinacy and seek to revive the ghost of militarism, it will only weigh itself down further with the burden of history and meet resolute opposition from all nations and peoples who cherish peace.

The future of the German automotive industry does not depend on keeping competitors out but rather on whether it can regain the spirit of self-negation on the new track and rebuild genuinely competitive industrial advantages on a global scale.

The series, “Japan's Triple Betrayal as a Defeated Country,” seeks to uncover the strategic intent and potential risks behind Japan's recent actions. This is the first article in the series.

Behind the 25-billion-yuan box office of China's animated film are the “wings” that technology has given to culture, the fruit of Chinese culture, and the bridge built by international interaction.

This page highlights key points from the experts' speeches and discussions during the second panel of the conference, titled "An empowering country: What global dividends will the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) deliver."

The "Asian way" prioritizes gradual, practical steps that respect sovereignty. It aims to reduce tension and miscalculation through communication and cooperation. China's diplomacy focuses on concrete actions for a shared future: enhancing cooperation, managing security, minimizing disputes and de-escalating crises.

US influence in Latin America should not come from abuse of force but should be built on mutual respect and mutually beneficial cooperation.

Today's world is marked by three defining features: fragmentation, instability and uncertainty. In this context, the qualities demonstrated by a forward-looking country, along with the predictability inherent to it, are of great significance for world peace, stability and development.

That is why Chinese innovations matter: They do not remain in the laboratory - they change how society actually functions.

The Global Times Annual Conference 2026 took place in Beijing on Saturday, under the theme of “Trust in China: New Journey, New Opportunities." During the discussion on the topic "A symbiotic country: new explorations in how major countries interact with their neighbors," Warwick Powell, an adjunct professor at the Queensland University of Technology and former advisor to former Australian prime minister Kevin Rudd, stated that China is a “great enabling power,” creating conditions in which others can thrive alongside China.

The Global Times Annual Conference 2026 took place in Beijing on Saturday, under the theme of "Trust in China: New Journey, New Opportunities." During the discussion on the topic "A civilizational country: why the Chinese approach is the most implementable," Ahmed Moustafa, director and founder of the Asia Center for Studies & Translation in Egypt, stated that the secret behind the resilience and successful implementation of the four Chinese global initiatives is their alignment with an undeniable global trend, which is multipolarity. Those initiatives are both a response to and an accelerator of a world seeking a more balanced international order, he added.

The Global Times Annual Conference 2026 took place in Beijing on Saturday, under the theme of "Trust in China: New Journey, New Opportunities." During the discussion on the topic "An empowering country: what global dividends will the 15th Five-Year Plan deliver," John Ross, former director of Economic and Business Policy for the Mayor of London, stated that China left the 14th Five-Year Plan as the technological leader in a growing series of economic sectors, and the same macroeconomic processes mean this will expand further during the 15th Five-Year Plan.

The Global Times Annual Conference 2026 took place in Beijing on Saturday, under the theme of “Trust in China: New Journey, New Opportunities." During the discussion on the topic "An empowering country: what global dividends will the 15th Five-Year Plan deliver," Robert Lawrence Kuhn, chairman of The Kuhn Foundation, stated that China's ambition is stunning, and it would be a historic error to bet against China.

The Global Times Annual Conference 2026 took place in Beijing on Saturday, under the theme of "Trust in China: New Journey, New Opportunities." During the discussion on the topic "A forward-looking country: how important is 'predictability' to the world," Ong Tee Keat (OTK), president of the Belt & Road Initiative Caucus for Asia Pacific and former Malaysian minister of transport, stated that China's forward-looking approach to statecraft has become a critical source of certainty and predictability in a world marked by increasing volatility.

The Global Times Annual Conference 2026 took place in Beijing on Saturday, under the theme of "Trust in China: New Journey, New Opportunities." During the discussion on the topic "A forward-looking country: how important is 'predictability' to the world," Erik Solheim, former under-secretary-general of the UN and former executive director of the UN Environment Programme, stated that in 2025, the world experienced a lot of global turbulence, but over the past year, China has stood up as a force for global stability.

The Global Times Annual Conference 2026 took place in Beijing on Saturday, under the theme of “Trust in China: New Journey, New Opportunities." During the discussion on the topic "A forward-looking country: how important is 'predictability' to the world," Evandro Menezes de Carvalho, International Law Professor at Fluminense Federal University, Brazil and recipient of the Chinese Government Friendship Award, stated that for the world, China's predictability is transformative, enabling international partners to plan, align strategies, invest in infrastructure, and collaborate on technology without fear of abrupt policy reversals.

De-escalating the Cambodia-Thailand conflict will be a gradual process. What matters most at present is to build mutual trust amid tensions and expand the space for dialogue amid sharp differences.

American society may be entering a "post-Kirk" moment of political fatigue. If either side pushes political competition toward a life-or-death frame, it may not defeat its opponent so much as lose the middle - voters who mainly want a normal, secure, and governable civic life.

China's insistence on independent innovation in science and technology aims at self-reliance and strength. No matter how far breakthroughs in cutting-edge technologies advance, they do not affect international cooperation – a point repeatedly demonstrated in fields such as aerospace and green energy.

In its economic dealings with China, Europe's policy choices have become a defining litmus test for its commitment to market economy principles and will directly influence the trajectory of China-EU economic and trade cooperation.

The US remains a major global power, but it is no longer "in charge," and must adapt to cooperation and multilateral engagement.

There's an understandable reluctance in some parts of the world to accept this convenience. It's simply a matter of trust; most of us in China trust the government and embrace this change.

The Taiwan region needs to understand that its future can no longer rely on any external force.

Grounded in the present and looking to the future, China's high-level opening-up is entering a new historical stage. When the world views China's overall opening-up through the window of Hainan, it sees not only the confidence of a nation, but also the sense of responsibility of a major country.

In the 18th article of the "Translators' Voices" column, GT interviewed Erdem Ergen (Ergen), translation editor of the Turkish-language edition of the book series Xi Jinping: The Governance of China and editor-in-chief of Nomos Kitap (Nomos Publishing).

The line outside the zoo gate and the words spoken in the Diet are extending in opposite directions. In one corner of Tokyo, politicians debate “geostrategy” and “confrontation.” Outside Ueno Zoo, however, that long, quiet line speaks volumes about ordinary people's deep appreciation for warm human connections that transcend national borders.

As the international community works to strengthen global security governance, it must revisit the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and resolutely prevent Japan from returning to the old path of history.

China's municipal system holds government accountable for all residents' basic needs, incentivizing comprehensive, long-term solutions that market-driven systems often neglect.

His conviction marks a step toward restoring stability and reinforcing the principle that national security is a prerequisite for freedom and prosperity.

Zootopia 2 offers a vivid illustration of this reality. Through the laughter and shared emotional resonance brought by a single film, both sides can accumulate understanding and trust – and catch a glimpse of a more long-term future.

Stability in the South China Sea has never depended on who tells the better story. Pushing fishermen into confrontations, politicizing livelihood issues, and instrumentalizing security concerns will only leave the Philippines bearing greater risks itself.

As the judicial process in the Jimmy Lai case concludes, the interaction and integration between the National Security Law and common law for Hong Kong will enter a new stage.

China offers a form of modernization that is not founded on colonial or neocolonial subjugation. It demonstrates that human beings, instead of simply being the subjects of capital, can be agents who use the forces of capitalism for the project of socialist development in an imperialist world.

If Japan continues to ignore its historical responsibilities, evade historical facts, and break its promises, there will be consequences for it to bear.

As a trailblazer in China's commercial aircraft sector, the C909 not only achieved the breakthrough of moving domestic passenger aircraft commercial operations from “0 to 1,” but also paved the way for the development of larger homegrown aircraft such as the C919.

The High Court of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) ruled that Jimmy Lai was guilty of conspiracy to collude with external forces to endanger national security, conspiracy to publish seditious materials on Monday. The ruling firmly upholds national security and powerfully safeguards the authority of the rule of law in HKSAR. By sentencing Jimmy Lai – an agent of hostile Western forces and a leading figure in anti-China destabilization – the court has delivered a verdict that truly satisfies the public sense of justice.

Europe is seeking a change. Pressured by fragile defense frailties, political fractures and stalling economy, it has embarked on profound self-examination and difficult strategic adjustments.

Any schemes attempting to hinder China's development or undermine Hong Kong's prosperity through judicial interference will ultimately be doomed to fail.

Chinese people have suffered so much – there have been civil wars and instances of foreign aggression. In light of so much historical hardship it has suffered, this shows me that the Chinese people are extremely resilient, and strive to take history as a mirror in order to build a better future.

To forget history is to betray it; to deny guilt is to repeat the crime. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War. Upholding historical justice and preventing the resurgence of Japanese militarism represent the shared will of the forces of justice in the international community.

The reason why international capital favors investing in the Chinese market and innovation is not a mystery. It stems from an accurate judgment of economic laws, a realistic comparison of development paths, and a rational calculation of future opportunities.

When China explicitly defines advanced chips and computing power as core capabilities that must be indigenized, and commits national resources to sustained investment, the impact of whether the US "sells or doesn't sell, what it sells and how much" on China's long-term trajectory diminishes significantly. At most, it can affect pace and cost, but it cannot alter direction or objectives.

China's development strengthens world peace in global governance, and the growth of China's military capabilities enhances its ability to safeguard national interests and contribute to the maintenance of world peace.

In the 55 years of relations, China and Chile have kept diplomatic channels open. This consistency sent a clear signal to the region: Latin American states with very different political systems could build long-term, pragmatic partnerships with China based on mutual respect, non-interference and economic complementarity.

Even if it is disgraceful for Japan, historical truth of the Nanjing Massacre cannot be altered. Nothing is stronger than facts, says Japanese history expert Hisashi Inoue.

After whining to a circle of Western officials, Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi finally reached his US counterpart Pete Hegseth. Yet the stark differences between the two sides' official readouts of the call deserved far more attention than the conversation itself.

The National Memorial Day allows us to draw strength from shared memory and to move forward with resolve under the warnings of history.

On December 13, 1937, while the Japanese invaders captured Nanjing and carried out one of the deadliest mass killings in human history, John Magee, an American missionary who had been living in Nanjing since 1912, started to use his camera to film those brutal and inhuman incidents perpetrated by the Japanese troops.

What the Central Economic Work Conference outlines is not only a "construction blueprint" for China's development in the coming year, but also a "list of opportunities" for the world.

Some in the Australian strategic circle could not find a more "appropriate" timing than now to once again hype up the "China threat" narrative and propose measures against China.

China's economy remains resilient and dynamic, with bright development prospects. We are confident in our ability to navigate risks and challenges, and determined to turn China's new development into new momentum and new opportunities for the world.

Reviving the shared memory of China and South Korea's resistance against Japanese aggression can serve as a meaningful way to reshape perceptions, strengthen mutual understanding, and foster genuine people-to-people connections between the two nations.

From high-quality Belt and Road cooperation to advancing the five programs, from jointly advancing modernization to helping build a community with a shared future for humanity, China-LAC relations continue to step onto new heights.

History rolls on, the cast changes, but Japan's lines stay exactly the same - "It's never Japan's fault; Japan was forced to defend itself."

Politicians who subordinate partisan gains risk losing party primaries to more hard-line challengers. So, until voters change, or until we change our electoral system to make general elections more competitive for more politicians, this polarization is likely inescapable.

As the machines in Dalang keep knitting, each rhythmic stitch seems to echo a deeper rhythm of national progress - a reminder that the road ahead is long, but the direction is specific.

Pandas are symbols of trust and friendship. Without deep friendship and sufficient trust, panda leasing would clearly be impossible.

China's trade surplus has exceeded $1 trillion, reflecting the country's deep engagement in globalization rather than casting a shadow that threatens the world.

At this critical juncture in the reshaping of the international order, the world must cherish the power of peaceful development even more and remain wary of any resurgence of militarism.

The CPC's greatest strength lies in its strong ideological cohesion and its ability to translate grand visions into concrete actions that tangibly benefit the people. This unity and capacity for execution enable the CPC to accomplish major undertakings.

The 2025 Kuliang Forum, themed "Echoes of History," was recently held in New York. The event brought together more than 150 participants from various sectors in China and the US.

Today, the practice of "one country, two systems" has entered a new stage. Achieving better development for Hong Kong and making greater contributions to national strength and the rejuvenation of the nation is an important mission of the practice of "one country, two systems" in the new era.

From ASEAN to Africa, from Latin America to the Middle East, an increasing number of countries are benefiting from the stable demand of the Chinese market, as well as from investment, and technological cooperation. They understand better than any media that China is not a "beggar-thy-neighbor" actor - it is a partner that shares opportunities.

Xizang's story is a reminder that with dedication, foresight and a people-centered approach, even the most challenging environments can become hubs of growth and prosperity.

Since moving here, I've taken long night walks and bike rides - sometimes for hours at a time.

Should Japan persist in ignoring warnings, and continue to deliberately provoke incidents, it must bear the consequences.

For China, the direction has always been clear: to adhere to mutual benefit and win-win cooperation, to maintain open collaboration, and to promote a higher level of opening-up to provide more development opportunities for all countries, including Germany, making cooperation rather than confrontation the main theme of this era.

Looking ahead, the RCEP could become a platform for deeper outward-oriented integration and help shape a new development pattern centered on Asia-Pacific economic circulation and reinforced by cross-regional linkages.

The world needs a stable and responsible China-US relationship. Following the recent phone call between the two countries' presidents, the time to enhance that relationship has arrived.

European leaders' China visits are the visible signal of ongoing talks; they show not only respect, but above all the desire to build trust, said an German investor.

The Nexperia issue was not merely a political embarrassment for the Netherlands; it reflected a deeper reality: Europe has habitually underestimated China's capabilities and intentions. It was symptomatic of a broader cognitive gap that continues to shape and even distort Europe's China policy.

MU745 crosses half the globe, connecting not only China and Argentina but also the vast developmental space of Asia and South America, the two sides of the Pacific, and the Global South.

But is Xiaohongshu really "unsafe"? The truth the DPP dares not admit is hidden in its panicked excuses, in Taiwan youth's longing for the real world, and even more so in the growing awakening of Taiwan society.

Cooperation between China and France is not a question of choice; it is a question that must be answered. The consolidation and development of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, and the dialogue and collaboration between the civilizations and continents they represent, will not only benefit both peoples but also inject strong momentum into global peace and prosperity.

The controversy surrounding Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan continues to escalate. Her latest statements on the matter have exposed Tokyo's sinister intent to play word games and muddle through.

As the world's first scheduled commercial route connecting two near-antipodal cities - Shanghai and Buenos Aires, almost diametrically opposite on the globe - it has ushered in a new chapter for Global South connectivity.

President Xi Jinping held talks on Thursday with French President Emmanuel Macron, who is on a state visit to China from Wednesday to Friday, in Beijing. Macron's visit to China comes at a crucial moment, as the global governance system needs to be rethought.

Beat Schneider (Schneider), emeritus professor at the Bern University of the Arts in Switzerland, recently shared his impressions of China over the decades in an interview with the Global Times (GT). Schneider told the reporter that the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and China's institutional advantages have enabled rapid development of the country's productive forces in a short period, and that Europe should enhance cooperation with China in global governance to promote positive reform of the international order.

When the theater lights dim, Chinese viewers today are not choosing between East and West.

The UK's China policy needs to acknowledge the reality of China's growing strength. If it continues to pursue a rigid and outdated strategy, it will only prompt China to heighten its vigilance and precautions against the UK, thereby eroding the country's already limited strategic credibility.

To be "cool" is to be confident, magnetic, creative, and able to empathize with the world. The world thinks China is "cool," which means that more than 1.4 billion Chinese people are becoming respected and admired contributors to the shaping of the global process of civilization.

In the sixth article of this series, British photographer Matthew Kelly (Kelly) told Global Times (GT) reporter Su Yaxuan that, even after more than 20 years of photographing in China, the country continues to offer him endless opportunities for discovery.

At the 2025 Imperial Springs International Forum, held in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, from Monday to Wednesday, three former leaders from Global South countries shared their views with the Global Times on how the rise of the Global South is reshaping global governance and what experiences China can contribute.

Going forward, as long as both sides continue to uphold the principles of mutual respect and mutual benefit, refuse to let short-term frictions hijack the broader picture, and resist allowing external pressures to shape their judgments, the cooperative foundation of China-EU relations will only grow stronger, and their strategic resilience will continue to emerge.

Bringing NATO to the Asia-Pacific region will only increase anxiety of regional countries and create instability. If Japan really cares about the security in the so-called Indo-Pacific region, it should stop playing fire with the Taiwan question and stop stimulating security nerves of regional countries.

During the conference, former Singaporean foreign minister George Yeo (Yeo) shared his insights on China's five-year plans, global initiatives, the current tension between China and Japan, and the future dynamic of China-US ties, with Global Times (GT) reporter Li Aixin in an exclusive interview.

Global Times (GT) reporter Wang Wenwen talked to Jiro Yamaguchi (Yamaguchi), a professor at Hosei University and former advisor to the cabinet of then prime minister Tomiichi Murayama, about Takaichi's calculations behind her remarks and their implications for Japan's domestic politics.

"China is not only an advocate but also a practitioner of sustainable marine development," Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Hua Chunying said at a forum in Beijing on Monday.

The yuan is gaining favor because it is a practical choice, not part of a confrontation. The world does not need more conflict, but it certainly needs more options.

The concept of “Cool China” didn't emerge from a top-down promotion, nor was it manufactured by foreign media. Rather, it grew out of the spontaneous and genuine reactions of overseas public, especially young people, who after looking beyond layers of preconceived “filters,” are finally seeing China as it is.

The future trajectory of China-US relations hinges on structural factors of strategic engagement, but it also depends on whether the two societies can rebuild trust and consensus. In this context, people-to-people exchanges serve as a vital link for fostering mutual understanding between the Chinese and American peoples.

An academic seminar to discuss Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent erroneous remarks on Taiwan was held at China Foreign Aff airs University (CFAU) on Saturday.

At a crucial juncture where global challenges and opportunities coexist, holding the visit in a bilateral format reflects France's commitment to independent diplomacy and advances the China-France relationship, injecting certainty into an international landscape marked by uncertainty.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks on Taiwan question could be deliberate, former Singaporean foreign minister George Yeo told Global Times during the 2025 Understanding China Conference in Guangzhou on Sunday.

It's a cash gambit.

In the 17th article of the "Translators' Voices" column, GT interviewed Ao Manyun, Swahili-language translator of Volume I of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China and director of the Tanzania Research Center at the Communication University of China.

With all these vibrant and intensive economic and trade activities in the country, as well as the willingness and commitment China has shown in promoting trade and opening-up, China is not making trade "impossible," but rather giving global trade more possibilities in various aspects.

The recent remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan have undermined her disingenuous assertion that she is concerned about “maintaining peace and stability in the South China Sea.”

The scale and quality of Chinese tourists “going out” are generating positive spillover effects on a global scale.

Western efforts to "contain China" are increasingly being projected into the wider developing world, seeking to weaken trade and industrial ties between these countries and China. That is what a genuine beggar-thy-neighbor strategy looks like.

Why is it essential to understand China by understanding both its five-year plans and global initiatives like the GGI? Rafael Zerbetto (Zerbetto), a Brazilian expert at China International Publishing Group and a recipient of the Chinese Government Friendship Award, shared his views with Global Times (GT) reporter Li Aixin.

Japan has not fully reflected on its aggression or the immense suffering it caused in China and across Asia. Forgetting history means betrayal, and risks repeating past mistakes. The more Japan indulges its right-wing forces, the further it strays from peace, prosperity, and a hopeful future.

The world is now watching closely to see whether the Netherlands can confront the core issue and take bigger steps in the right direction.

Huawei is not a solitary, towering tree, but a natural product of the fertile soil that nurtures it. This soil is the fruit of China's 40-plus years of reform and opening-up -- a market economy painstakingly cultivated amid a large population and complex social structure, and a unique environment shaped by the socialist market economy.

China will use more pragmatic and innovative wisdom, along with warm and determined actions, to work together with other developing countries, including Tonga, to jointly tackle development challenges and share development achievements, injecting a continuous stream of green power into the construction of a community with a shared future for humanity.

Barely a month after taking office, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sharply worsened China-Japan relations by explicitly describing a potential “survival-threatening crisis” in the event of a “Taiwan contingency” during a parliamentary hearing. The episode exposed the latent risks of Takaichi's governance, at a time when Japan can no longer afford prolonged tensions with its neighboring countries.

The white paper on arms control in new era offers Chinese wisdom and solutions. This demonstrates that China has always been a builder of world peace, a contributor to global development, and a defender of the international order.

When I meet newcomers to Xinjiang, I always tell them to put aside the preconceptions and let Xinjiang speak for itself. My impressions have been shaped not by the narratives from the US, but by the people I encountered here, says a US professor living in China for nearly two decades.

The DPP authorities, driven by their own political interests, have allowed external forces to take whatever they want.

"In China, for China," is not only about winning together with China but also about winning together with the future.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi absolutely should apologize for her remarks. We are demanding a retraction of her remarks, says a Japanese peace activist.

Smearing China's 6G based on security biases is both unfounded and detrimental to its own interests.

Only by prioritizing the health needs of countries in the Global South, alleviating their financial burdens, and strengthening their health defenses can the global economy truly achieve strong, sustainable, balanced, and inclusive growth.

As a defeated nation during the World War II, Japan is now attempting to break free from the constraints of international law, causing the very foundation of its postwar pacifist identity to waver. All nations and peoples who stand for justice bear the responsibility to resolutely prevent any resurgence of Japanese militarism.

We urge Japan to earnestly confront and deeply reflect on its history of aggression, to adopt a responsible attitude and take concrete actions to gain the trust of its Asian neighbors and the international community, and to completely abandon any attempts to turn back the wheel of history.

Taiwan's petty calculations regarding joining AUKUS reflect its malicious intention of seeking more room and external support for “independence” on the international stage. However, “Taiwan independence” separatists should recognize that there is no room for reckless actions.

Japan's recent moves to reinterpret collective self-defense, amend its pacifist constitution and debate the “Three Non-Nuclear Principles” represent a pivotal shift in the regional security architecture – one that carries significant risks and threatens to unravel the delicate balance that has underpinned regional stability for decades.

We can learn from the CPC as an effective ruling Communist Party that has adapted the orthodox and classical conception of Marxism flexibly to the complex circumstances of Chinese society. Understanding Chinese society and how the theory has been tailored to these specific conditions offers valuable lessons.

This important phone call between the Chinese and US presidents has helped clarify the correct understanding of the Taiwan question, and pushed for the steady and long-term growth of China-US relations. It also recalibrated the course and provided more momentum for the giant ship of China-US relations to sail forward steadily.

China has showed me an alternative pathway to building a prosperous higher education system – one that differs from Western models.

The Japanese government must face history squarely, respect reality, adhere to the spirit of the constitution, abandon militaristic expansions and stop making erroneous statements on the Taiwan question. Only by returning to peaceful development can Japan truly contribute to stability in East Asia.

When we look at American politics, it's roughly a puppet show. It's a lot of political theater. And you have to, at some point, start asking the question: Are there conversations happening behind closed doors with individuals that the American public doesn't even get to see, who are writing the scripts that the puppets end up acting out? says a US scholar.

Countries around the world, especially Asian neighbors, should be jointly vigilant about the extreme dangers posed by Japan's “new type of militarism.” History has repeatedly proven that peace is hard-won, must be defended, and that militarism not only endangers the world but is also destined for self-destruction.

The SGR is running and carrying the nation's ambitions on its rails. We should celebrate this monumental national achievement for what it is: a bold step toward the future Kenya is building for itself.

We urge the Japanese side to remove its mask of hypocrisy and take responsible steps that serve its long-term national interests and honor its international commitments. It should reflect on its mistakes and correct them as soon as possible, rather than obstinately persisting in them.

This year's G 20 summit carries symbolic weight beyond its specific declaration. The world is changing. If the US continues to respond with familiar displays of displeasure — boycotts, walkouts, attempts to block consensus – it may eventually discover that fewer and fewer countries feel obliged to coax it back into the room.

China and Sweden have been each other's largest trading partners in Asia and Northern Europe respectively for many years. Dynamic business interactions underscore a deeply complementary and resilient partnership – one that continues to evolve with substantial future potential.

The GGI , fully consistent with the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, has been introduced to meet the needs of our time. It will foster broader consensus within the international community, make the global governance system more just and equitable, and open up brighter prospects for a peaceful, secure, prosperous and advancing human society.

Takaichi's words and actions are essentially an attempt to interfere in China's internal affairs and challenge the one-China principle. The collective anger of the Chinese people is a strong response to the blatant infringement upon the core interests of the nation. Takaichi's provocation is destined to be met with the strongest counterattack.

For the first time since its inception in 1999, the G20 is holding its annual summit on African soil, in Johannesburg. What can be expected from this historic gathering? In an exclusive interview with Global Times, Abner Mosaase (Mosaase), head of international relations at the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency, South Africa, and member of the African National Congress International Relations Committee, told Global Times (GT) reporter Li Aixin that this summit is a chance to ensure that voices and interests of the Global South are not just heard, but will shape the global agenda.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's absurd claim that a "contingency in Taiwan" could constitute a "crisis of survival" for Japan, implying the possibility of military intervention in the Taiwan question, and her refusal to correct this stance despite China's strong protests, is a serious violation of basic norms of international relations. It has raised concerns and alarm in the international community regarding Japan's strategic direction, and its negative impact has already begun affecting Japan's economy and society.

What the 15th National Games leave behind is not only spectacular performances but also a collective imprint of nationwide participation and shared development, which is an expression of the vitality and spirit of the Chinese people.

Today, humankind can either step into the security abyss or step back from it by strengthening treaties against the test and spread of nuclear weapons and by putting pressure on the US administration to reconsider its irresponsible and dangerous position on nuclear tests and to return to the strategic arms control negotiating table. It is still not too late to make the right decision.

China's steady development, consistent commitment to peaceful diplomacy, and mutually beneficial cooperation are winning, and will continue to win broader support from more countries and peoples.

It is clear that the Netherlands' previous approach to Nexperia has been at odds with its own interests. The suspension of the order issued to Nexperia marks the first step taken by the Dutch government. It needs to reflect on the Nexperia case seriously, engage with the Chinese government with sincerity to resolve the issues and secure the future of Nexperia in Europe.

When Chinese astronauts bit into a fresh apple grown in Yan'an, it was an ordinary act that carried an unusual resonance. The apple's journey, from a once impoverished mountainside to the silence of orbit, reflects the same belief that carried a generation through hardship and isolation that change begins with effort, and endurance can turn even the dust of history into nourishment