China will continue to champion multilateralism and contribute its governance experience to global governance.

German philosopher Immanuel Kant once said, "Dare to know."

In a world marked by growing uncertainty and fragmentation, China remains one of the most reliable sources of certainty for global brands.

National support for Xizang's development has yielded remarkable achievements. Over the decades, numerous volunteers from across the country have come to Xizang, making indispensable contributions to the autonomous region's growth. Their efforts focus on various fields such as education, healthcare and infrastructure. Despite harsh conditions, these volunteers persevere in their roles, writing chapters of endeavor on the snowy plateau. Each diary they pen serves as a vivid testament to the building of the Chinese national community. Against this backdrop, the Global Times launches the "My Xizang Diary" series, presenting firsthand reflections from these dedicated volunteers. This is the fifth piece of the series.

"The US has no choice but to work with China if it wants to solve important issues of concern to Americans," said Chas Freeman (Freeman), a former senior US diplomat who has witnessed the establishment and development of China-US diplomatic relations, in an interview with Global Times (GT) reporter Su Yaxuan. He made these remarks following the recent state visit of the US president to China. Freeman also expressed concern about the shortage of "China hands" among young experts in the US.

US President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing, the first by an American president in nine years, has put the China-US relationship into the global spotlight. The summit did not produce dramatic breakthroughs or sweeping declarations. What it did produce was more important: a commitment to managing differences through dialogue. When many worry that the two largest economies will collide, the message carries special significance.

It is hoped that the international community will seize this high-level meeting of the Security Council as an opportunity to work together to uphold the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and strengthen the international system centered on the UN.

The introduction of this legislation not only marks a fundamental overhaul of Japan's postwar intelligence system, but also drives a critical institutional wedge that will enable Japan to fully break free from its postwar peace framework and accelerate its "remilitarization."

In today's world, where turmoil and upheaval are intertwined, the Asia-Pacific region has enjoyed long-term stability and prosperity compared to other parts of the world plagued by severe turmoil or armed conflict.

Recently, disagreements between the US and South Korea over issues such as the transfer of wartime operational control continue to surface. According to South Korea's Ministry of National Defense, the timeline for the transfer of wartime operational control from the US to South Korea will be decided during an annual ministerial meeting in October.

To understand a nation, one usually begins by listening to what its people have to say. For decades, as China has steadily assumed its position as one of the most consequential powers of the 21st century, the international community has been listening intently. Analysts parse diplomatic speeches, economists dissect official data and linguists translate policy documents with meticulous care. Yet, despite this unprecedented scrutiny, a profound sense of bewilderment often remains. The world looks at China and often feels it is reading a text in which the most crucial paragraphs are missing.

China's development path has spoken for itself and spoken to the world.

The Australian government recently issued orders to force investors with links to China to sell off their stakes in Northern Minerals, an Australian rare-earths company, sending a clear sign that Canberra is accelerating "de-sinicization" in the critical minerals sector.

Africa does not have to submit to Western domination or join an anti-China bloc. Africa is neither a pawn nor a testing ground for external power games. We know the difference between genuine partnership and strategic manipulation.

Greater suppression fuels greater growth; tighter blockades spur greater innovation. This may well be the most profound insight the Tau Scaling Law offers to the Chinese mainland's technological development.

An outdated narrative lingers in Western public discourse: Chinese companies' participation in overseas infrastructure projects saddles developing countries with "unpayable debt" and even allows China to "control their strategic assets and economic lifelines." This flawed narrative stems from three key misunderstandings.

According to a recent report released by South Korean pollster Hankook Research, the average favorability rating of South Koreans toward China rose to 30.2 degrees, marking the highest level since April 2020.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent state visit to China saw the signing of a slew of cooperation documents with upgraded cooperation in the fields including economy and trade, investment, energy and resources, transportation, and scientific and technological innovation. The high-profile meeting between the two presidents has set the course for the next stage of bilateral relations and underscored the two major countries' commitment to advancing global governance reform in the right direction. Against this backdrop, in what ways do China-Russia relations act as a stabilizing anchor in a multipolar world, and how will practical cooperation drive their bilateral ties forward? The Global Times invites two experts to share their views.

China's diplomacy has gathered notable momentum of late. Since May, a succession of leaders from countries including Tajikistan, the US, Russia, Pakistan and Serbia - spanning major Western powers, Global South nations, close neighbors and partners - have visited China one after another. What does this flurry of high-level visits signal? And how might this sustained diplomatic tempo reshape China's role in this multipolar world? The Global Times has invited three experts to share their in-depth analyses.

Spain, France, Italy and the Netherlands, together with Lithuania, have circulated a joint policy paper aimed at pressing for tougher trade measures against China at a key European Commission meeting scheduled for Friday, targeting what they describe as "unfair trade practices."

Public opinion may be complex, but reality never lies. Any path that renders Taiwan more perilous, divided and hopeless will eventually be seen through and rejected by a growing number of people.

This is the unique romance of Chinese space exploration: It does not flaunt power or pursue monopoly. Instead, it is built on solid technology and a genuine spirit of inclusion. Quietly yet firmly, China is offering the world its most sincere and determined invitation.

The International Military Tribunal for the Far East (IMTFE) officially convened in Tokyo on April 29, 1946. Judges from 11 countries gathered to try, under international law, the war crimes committed by Japanese militarists. This is the largest international trial in human history that nailed, with irrefutable evidence, the Japanese militarists to the pillar of shame forever. Today, 80 years later, it is imperative that we revisit that part of history - to keep good people awake to the historical lessons and sound the alarm against any attempt in Japan to resurrect militarism.

President of Serbia Aleksandar Vucic arrived in Beijing on Sunday for a state visit to China from May 24 to 28. The friendship between China and Serbia is often referred to as "iron-clad." Since China and Serbia signed an agreement on the establishment of a strategic partnership in 2009, they have significantly strengthened their relationship. Both countries have achieved remarkable progress across various fields within the last 17 years.

Rising gasoline prices and tensions in the Middle East have fueled growing concerns about future inflation, with consumer confidence falling to a record low in May.

In this context, the Global Times (GT) launches the "China through a 'green' lens" series. It invites leading scholars and observers worldwide to decode the underlying logic behind China's green development and to better understand the global implications of China's green development philosophy. In the fifth installment of the series, Attila Grandpierre (Grandpierre), visiting scholar at the Institute for Sustainability and the "Two Mountains" Concept Research Institute of Huzhou University and former research president of the Budapest Centre for Long-Term Sustainability, told GT reporter Wang Wenwen that the focus of China's institutional reform for ecological civilization has always been on better serving the people's broadly conceived needs.

The "ironclad friendship" between China and Pakistan and between China and Serbia demonstrates the underlying character and value of a new type of international relations.

In the complex calculus of global diplomacy, influence is often measured in billions of dollars, projects like deep-water ports and critical mineral rights. Yet, occasionally, it is better measured in something far more elemental: a bag of rice.

From May 26 to 29, Japan will host Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for a state visit. It is the first state visit by a Philippine leader in more than a decade, and the two sides will reportedly negotiate to conclude an intelligence-sharing agreement that would allow the exchange of classified security data. The visit comes at a particularly sensitive moment. While the Philippines seeks leverage amid its tense relations with China, Japan is also geared up with full momentum to advance its neo-militarism and to realize its wild ambitions.

While American media commentators are busy evaluating the latest China-US summit - calculating which side "won" - a video that went viral on Chinese social media showcased something far simpler: A US media host playing ping-pong with a middle-aged Beijing local on an outdoor table in Chaoyang Park, a laid‑back public space beloved by locals for morning exercise and leisure.

Ryoji Noyori (Noyori), Nagoya University Distinguished Professor, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2001 for his work on chirally catalyzed hydrogenation reactions. He was elected as Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in 2011, thus forging deep ties with China's scientific community. China's 26th National Science and Technology Week runs from May 24 to 31. In the era of artificial intelligence (AI), how should we reflect on China's path of scientific and technological development and envision its future landscape? In a recent exclusive interview with Global Times (GT) reporters Liu Xuandi and Xing Xiaojing, Noyori shared his views, offering insights on topics including how humanity can safeguard its ability to think in the AI era and how the scientific spirit can transcend confrontation in pursuit of consensus.

Through the wave of diplomatic activity seen this May, the world has witnessed a vibrant, open and inclusive China, as well as a China that upholds fundamental principles while pursuing innovation and shouldering major responsibilities. No matter how the international landscape may change, China remains a reliable partner that the world can trust.

Together with the Nuremberg Trial, the Tokyo Trial laid the foundation of modern international criminal justice. More empirical studies of the trial can help correct public misconceptions and enable the Japanese people to develop a more balanced politically informed worldview, as the trial serves as a vital window into wartime history: Japanese scholar

The popularity of Dear You proves that no matter how media evolves or technology advances, what people ultimately need are expressions that reflect life, comfort the soul, and awaken emotional resonance. The more we live in an era of information overload, the more we need works grounded in genuine feelings, authentic experiences, and real human warmth.

The tears audiences shed are not only for the joys and sorrows of the characters, but also for the tender emotions and collective memories that run like an ancient river through the blood of every Chinese.

The repentance of former Japanese soldiers and the spontaneous anti-war cries of ordinary people together sound a warning for our era: The ambitions of militarist expansion run counter to the will of the people and bring disaster to the world.

China-Pakistan relations will continue to demonstrate significant resilience and strategic value. The sustainability and further advancement of this partnership require both to adopt a pragmatic and forward-looking manner to enable bilateral relations to evolve toward greater depth, stability and long-term strategic alignment.

The dynamic interaction between China and Sweden exemplifies their comprehensive bilateral green partnership: transcending geographical differences, joining hands to address contemporary challenges, and injecting sustained momentum into global green governance through dual empowerment, together writing a promising future of harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature.

Maintaining a stable China-US relationship is not only in the interests of Beijing and Washington, but it's also crucial for world peace and prosperity. As the world today seeks stability amid uncertainty, the hope for a more stable and prosperous international order is perhaps more than ever tied to the positive cooperation of the most powerful countries.

Any “Taiwan independence” separatist agenda that goes against the tide of peace and stubbornly seeks to create division and confrontation will inevitably be eliminated by history and reality.

China-Russia close strategic coordination on the international stage will also continue to serve as an important stabilizing force in a turbulent world, making irreplaceable contributions as major countries to safeguarding international fairness and justice and to building a more just and reasonable global governance system.

The significance of Putin's Beijing visit does not lie in any single agreement. It lies in reinforcing an expectation: Even in an uncertain world, some major-power relationships can be managed with continuity.

At present, Russia and China stand as an example of equal and respectful relations between major powers working to preserve global peace and security — and here, actions speak louder than words.

EU is building protectionist walls.

That little pistachio, when it finally travels from Spanish orchards to a Beijing supermarket, will be more than just a nut. It will have borne witness to trade agreements, quarantine standards, diplomatic back‑and‑forth, container shipping schedules – and, underneath all of that, the evolving trade relationship between China and Spain over the past five decades, or even longer.

In the years to come, the China-Pakistan partnership will continue to inspire the Global South and contribute positively to regional peace, connectivity and common prosperity.

“Taiwan independence” has become the greatest risk factor affecting China-US relations and undermining peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. In this sense, curbing “Taiwan independence” forces and maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits aligns with the common interests of both China and the US.

Japan is attempting to build a new militaristic state on the shaky foundation of an economic quagmire. It's not hard to see where it leads.

The comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination between China and Russia is of great significance to maintaining global strategic stability, upholding multilateralism, and safeguarding the international order.

Following the meeting between the Chinese and US leaders, the situation has become very clear: "Taiwan independence" is the biggest source of risk for Taiwan and the chief disruptor of peace across the Taiwan Straits.

For multinational corporations that truly understand the Chinese market, “withdrawal or not” is a false question.

The China-US summit potentially marks a decisive break from the fatalistic Thucydides Trap. By proposing the framework of constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability, the Chinese side has not just addressed the Thucydides Trap; it has dismantled its ontological foundations.

China's scientific research activities at Tiexian Jiao are both an exercise of sovereignty over the reef in accordance with international law and a fulfillment of its international obligations. However, the Philippines continues to pursue an expansionist policy, devising various schemes to occupy new islands and consolidate its illegal occupation of islands and reefs.

China's international relations community should accelerate the formation of a knowledge system for international relations that embodies Chinese characteristics, Chinese style and Chinese contributions, thereby providing stronger theoretical support for promoting the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.

The China-Russia relationship possesses strong endogenous driving forces and unique strategic value.

If both China and the US continue working toward the constructive relationship of strategic stability, it would mean the two countries have found a new paradigm of major-country relations for the 21st century and can avoid the “Thucydides Trap,” says a Chinese scholar who attended the China-US state banquet

The nature of the Taiwan question has never changed, and the bottom line of the one-China principle has never changed. If Lai Ching-te truly wants to maintain peace across the Taiwan Straits, he should stop manipulating words, stop his provocative "independence-seeking" actions and stop all dangerous actions that disguise the division of the country.

The economic data for the January-April period showed that the Chinese economy has maintained development momentum of steady progress.

Japan continues to hype “China threat” theory in its annual defense white paper.

Despite shared challenges and the goodwill fostered by the leaders of South Korea and Japan, notable “temperature gaps” persist behind the warming ties.

The growth model of the Chinese industry has fundamentally shifted from merely "manufacturing a product" to "perfecting a product to its absolute limits." The West must step down from its self-appointed altar of automotive manufacturing, abandon its arrogance, and view China objectively as a new automotive powerhouse.

Replacing "walls and barriers" with open cooperation, and properly handling frictions and differences through dialogue and consultation, is the only correct choice for both China and the EU.

China and the US are sending the world a big signal that we have differences, but we can still sit down and talk. The leaders of China and the US meeting again after years of antagonism between the two countries is a big accomplishment in itself.

Chinese EVs are coming to Canada, and some dealers can't wait to sell them.

The Tokyo Trial puts a final end to the question of whose interpretation of WWII would win. And it is the Allied vision and narrative of WWII that won. In this sense, we have a resolution of the narrative battle of what WWII was about.

The idea is simply wrong that the rise of China's domestic auto brands and foreign carmakers is a “zero-sum game” where one side must lose for the other to win.

As China and the US work to build a "constructive relationship of strategic stability," "Taiwan independence" has become a common enemy for both sides and can no longer be treated by some as a "bargaining chip" or "tool to contain China."

If peace is to be preserved in the Taiwan Straits, the first step is to firmly oppose and contain “Taiwan independence” separatism. If China-US relations are to remain stable, the key lies in upholding the red line on Taiwan question.

The agreement reached by the two heads of state to build “a constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability” is the most important political consensus.

The best possible world is one where major nations coexist, negotiate and compete without dragging humanity into conflict.

The strategic guidance of the two heads of state not only points the direction for bilateral relations, but also injects valuable confidence and positive energy into world peace and development.

China's autonomous driving industry is steadily writing its own answer through technological breakthroughs, expanding road access, and an increasing number of approved vehicle models.

Any rational strategic decision-maker should understand that only by safeguarding peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits can the foundation of China-US relations be preserved and world peace and tranquility upheld.

In recent years, Japan has consistently downplayed its history of aggression, accelerated its attempts to revise the "Peace Constitution," and taken frequent moves to strengthen and expand its military capabilities. It has deployed long-range missiles in multiple regions, relaxed restrictions on arms exports and even seen senior government officials openly advocating for nuclear armament. These developments suggest that Japan is trying to hollow out the post-war international peace order. This has caused serious concern in the international community, and even Western media outlets, long seen as favoring Japan, have been voicing increasing criticism.

Multiple foreign media outlets have recently noticed that the Tianjin Meat Industry Association announced it would purchase 50,000 metric tons of deforestation free certified Brazilian beef by the end of the year. This move not only sends a positive signal for the protection of the Amazon rainforest, but also demonstrates the profound impact of China's green consumption demand on global supply chains.

The bilateral relationship between China and the US could improve because of US President Donald Trump's state visit to Beijing this week. The symbolism and substance of the two presidents in the same room offer a powerful opportunity to show resolute commitment to tackling global challenges.

Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman recently concluded his inaugural visit to China since Bangladesh's new government took office in February. This diplomatic trip holds significant importance in the context of evolving South Asian geopolitics and a sluggish global economic recovery. Beyond routine diplomatic exchanges, this visit was anchored in solid, action-oriented cooperation, reflecting Bangladesh's urgent development priorities and its steadfast recognition of China as a reliable, time-tested partner.

For the bilateral relations to truly stabilize and improve, it is imperative to unwaveringly uphold the strategic guidance of head-of-state diplomacy and fully implement the important consensus reached by the two leaders without compromise.

China is not a detour on the road to a green future - it is the highway. The smart choice is to drive straight through.

The results of a recent survey released earlier this month showed that most Cambodian people felt positively about China. Conducted by the Asian Vision Institute, an independent think tank based in Phnom Penh, the survey on Cambodia-China relations was participated in by a total of 2,612 respondents in Cambodia from December 2025 to March 2026. The survey results provide a valuable "think tank perspective" for understanding how different sectors of Cambodian society perceive China and China-Cambodia relations, while also offering insights into the effectiveness of China's neighborhood diplomacy concepts and practices.

The hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has left three dead and nine confirmed infected as of press time. Some 122 guests and crew from 23 countries were scattered across the globe. This was a textbook transnational public health crisis - one that no country could manage alone, and no government could afford to ignore. Viruses do not check passports. This is an old saying, but during this outbreak, it has become more vivid than ever. It also underscores the critical importance of cooperation.

US President Donald Trump's ongoing state visit to China from Wednesday to Friday has drawn significant international attention. In an interview with Global Times (GT) reporter Su Yaxuan, Sourabh Gupta (Gupta), a senior fellow at the Washington-based Institute for China-America Studies, noted that what China and the US are doing now is groping toward finding a new intermediate strategic equilibrium based on which they can engage each other. "The visit may help set the groundwork for both sides to identify areas of common interest," Gupta said.

From the government level to the grassroots, China and the US today have more reason than ever to work together to accomplish more major, practical, and positive things for both countries and the rest of the world.

US President Donald Trump's upcoming state visit to China has drawn widespread global attention. A stable China-US relationship not only benefits both countries but also serves the interests of the entire world. To this end, both sides need to properly manage the serious obstacles and challenges in the bilateral relationship, especially the Taiwan question.

US President Donald Trump will pay a state visit to China from Wednesday to Friday. It will be the first visit to China by a US president in almost nine years. Global media, especially in the US, have been speculating about the visit for quite some time. There are many pressing issues on the agenda.

Expanding domestic demand and building a robust domestic market enable China and the world to achieve mutual benefit and shared development through two-way flows.

What does it mean to govern well and how should governance performance be gauged? The answer from the Communist Party of China (CPC) is that a correct understanding of governance performance should proceed from reality, respect objective laws, and, through sound decision-making and hard work, create achievements that withstand the test of practice and history, truly benefit the people, and earn public recognition. To examine the distinctive logic and global relevance of the CPC's correct understanding of governance performance, the Global Times (GT) launches a new series, "Understanding the correct view on governance performance," and invites leading international observers to share their thoughts on these issues.

Beyond the handshakes and photos, the world watches whether China and the US can responsibly manage differences, mitigate risks and stabilize the overall situation. The world awaits a summit that responds to the needs of the times and the expectations of the world.

The Pacific Ocean is vast enough for both to prosper in their own ways.

The DPP authorities cannot buy peace with weapons, and they most certainly cannot buy a future. That is the most expensive truth behind their arms purchases.

The ongoing Middle East conflict has led to soaring energy prices and supply chain disruptions, impacting nearly every part of the world - especially small island nations, which are the most at risk. This situation is sending shockwaves through the global economy, exposing the acute vulnerability of small island states.

China's rural revitalization is often discussed in policies and statistics. What does it truly look like on the ground, especially in the eyes of foreign visitors? In this new series, "Village Walk," the Global Times invites foreign visitors who have explored China's villages firsthand to share their stories. Through their perspectives, we capture the quiet transformations, the rich and vibrant local cultures, the sustainable development of rural industries, and the vitality among rural communities. This is the fourth installment of the series.

Western media have been hyping up claims that the rise of Chinese EVs is impacting traditional international car markets.

An academic symposium titled "The Vision of a Community with a Shared Future for Humanity and the Development of an Independent Chinese Knowledge System in International Relations" was recently held at China Foreign Affairs University. Co-hosted by the Research Center on Building a Community with a Shared Future for Humanity and the China National Association for International Studies, the event featured roundtable discussions that delved into advancing the systematic and theoretical study and interpretation of Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy and accelerating the development of an independent Chinese knowledge system of international relations. This article selects and presents some highlights for our readers.

Any external forces that dare to intervene in Taiwan Straits affairs will inevitably face resolute countermeasures from China and will pay a heavy price for it.

As the EU erects trade barriers against Chinese EVs, a major European automaker goes the other way: embrace, not resist; bind, not decouple. Despite political rhetoric, business decisions, not summits, truly reshape the world order.

Viewed within a broader historical context, the two common enemies facing China and the US today are, first, the global asymmetric risks posed by the runaway development of AI, and second, the direct threat to peace in the Taiwan Straits and regional stability posed by "Taiwan independence" separatist forces. The former threatens the very foundations of future order for all of human society, while the latter threatens the basis of regional peace and even global security.

Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has just concluded a three-day official visit to China, marking his first China trip since the new Bangladeshi government under the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) assumed office in February. The visit underscores the stability, continuity and pragmatic orientation of China-Bangladesh relations.

The Japanese government's policies will exacerbate tensions in East Asia.

In May 2026, China and the European Union (EU) celebrate the 51st anniversary of their diplomatic relations. For more than five decades, despite the ever‑changing international landscape, China‑EU relations have demonstrated remarkable resilience and vitality. However, in recent years, the bilateral ties have been confronted with increasing differences and even frictions in various spheres. What is the biggest reason for such features? How should the two major global players build new models of cooperation to enhance mutual understanding between them amid frictions? Stefano Manservisi (Manservisi), former director-general for International Cooperation and Development in the European Commission, shared his views with Global Times (GT).

Recently, the Rodong Sinmun, the official newspaper of the Workers' Party of Korea, published a series of articles focusing on incidents including Japanese Self-Defense Forces personnel intruding into the Chinese Embassy in Japan, pointing out that the Japanese side is the chief culprit behind the deterioration of China-Japan relations. The articles also criticized the series of terror threats targeting the Chinese Embassy in Japan as a blatant violation of international law and an open provocation.

After "Country Walk," many other forms of "walks" will emerge, building bridges for cultural exchange and mutual learning between China and other countries.

Defense cooperation with Japan must be framed with historical sensitivity - honestly acknowledging the wounds of the past while deliberately building the trust required for the future for final healing.

AI should not become the private property monopolized by any individual power, nor a tool for closed clubs of select countries, and certainly not a sword hanging over humanity.

Today, the de-risking mindset has become increasingly dominant in EU policymaking, with the proposal for revision of the CSA serving as another manifestation of that trend. If “security anxiety” continues to override economic rationality, the ultimate victim will most likely be the EU's own development resilience and global competitiveness.

It was because of China's participation that the Tokyo Trial possessed sufficient legitimacy.

As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Tokyo Trial's commencement, it is essential to reflect on its legacy in the context of Japan's increasing militarization and the challenges facing the post-World War II international order.

When discussing regional coordinated development in China, there is a view in Western discourse which claims that disparities among regions stem from the so-called “siphon effect,” whereby developed eastern regions or first-tier cities draw in excessive resources, thereby suppressing the development of central and western regions and creating imbalances.

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi arrived in Beijing on Wednesday to begin his visit to China.

The village walk in Guiyang genuinely shifted my perspective. It showed me that China's rural revitalization is not only about large-scale infrastructure or policy. It is also about small, practical innovations that directly improve people's daily lives. In many ways, it's these seemingly small details that make the biggest impact.

The domestic call on young Chinese dovetails seamlessly with the four global initiatives China has proposed. Energized youth makes China's global offerings credible – proof that the model delivers for its people and partners.

If those Western commentators who love to slap labels on young Chinese could actually visit Minqin, they might realize how to give young Chinese people the full and accurate recognition they deserve.

As the American umbrella is pulled away, Europe appears to be finally waking up to the real urgency: it must take its destiny into its own hands. Will Europe finally get serious about its strategic autonomy?

Stopping the worship of war criminals and adhering to the path of peace are the minimum sincerity that Japan should demonstrate to its neighbors and the international community, as well as the basic morality it must uphold.

The South-South cooperation led by China contributes to a more democratic, reasonable and human-centered global environmental governance system – benefiting not only developing countries but the future of global sustainability itself.

IMF chief Georgieva warns of "much worse outcome" if Middle East war drags into 2027.

China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) can help Bangladesh get the development right. Given that China's priorities are green technologies, low-carbon industries and sustainable development, the Bangladeshi government can take the opportunity to absorb China's development experiences to enhance its sustainable development: Bangladeshi scholar

From the reactions of Pakistani delegation members throughout the trip, what I sensed was far more than curiosity about new agricultural technologies. It was also Pakistan's genuine desire to accelerate agricultural modernization.

2026 marks the 80th anniversary of the start of the Tokyo Trial. As a landmark judicial event in the aftermath of World War II, the trial has exerted a profound influence on modern international criminal law and the evolution of international order, especially the regional order in Asia. What role did the Tokyo Trial play in shaping China's modern historical narrative and national memory? What significance does it have when we review the Tokyo Trial against the current global situation? Global Times (GT) reporter Wang Wenwen spoke with Rana Mitter (Mitter), a professor of US-Asia relations at the Harvard Kennedy School and author of Forgotten Alley, over these issues.

Today, reaffirming the Tokyo Trial's historical value and profound implications,, while upholding the legal characterization of Japan's crimes of aggression, holds great contemporary relevance.

The year 2026 marks the 80th anniversary of the beginning of the International Military Tribunal for the Far East (IMTFE), also known as the Tokyo Trial. Following the Nuremberg Trial, it was another large-scale, multinational judicial proceeding in human history to try crimes of aggression and war crimes.

Zero tariffs serve as an important policy foundation for China and Africa to jointly advance modernization and build an all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era.

What truly unsettles Washington is that China-Latin America cooperation rests on solid, tangible foundations.

As an important pole in a multipolar world, Europe should not belittle itself or fall into the fallacy of zero-sum thinking. Instead, it should actively assume responsibility, maintain strategic autonomy, and contribute to the maintenance of free trade and the establishment of genuine multilateralism.

China's practices prove that it remains a steadfast defender, active builder and vital contributor to the NPT. As the NPT review process faces daunting challenges, the international community must abandon the Cold War mentality and double standards to return to the track of multilateral cooperation.

The contest between China and the US in AI is increasingly defined by two fundamentally different development philosophies: The US is focused on raising the ceiling of what AI can do; China is focused on lowering the floor of who can use it, writes @dinggangchina

For Australia, closer defense integration with Japan – however commercially attractive or ostensibly operationally rational in the short term – carries longer-term risks.

By thoroughly adhering to the pacifism indicated by its Constitution, Japan must advance “providing reassurance” rather than arms exports to its Asian neighbors, and work with China as a force for regional stability: Japanese scholar

The US' pressure is mounting.

The tension currently facing the UK-US “special relationship” is a clash between two worlds: a US attempting to reshape global and regional hegemony through unilateralism, and a UK focused on national and regional interests while trying to preserve its influence through the existing international order.

What I sensed from the Bangladeshi delegation in China reflected the new Bangladeshi government's interest in deepening ties with China, especially in areas related to innovation, advanced manufacturing, and digital transformation, as well as the strong aspiration of Bangladeshi politicians and the public to accelerate the country's transition toward high-tech development.

A communist party must deliver concrete results for working people. The CPC's emphasis on people-first governance performance is crucial, as it ensures that policies translate into tangible improvements in people's lives.

Today, China continues to expand high-level opening-up, allowing foreign companies to share in its development opportunities. It is hoped that relevant countries and media will recognize the changes taking place, set aside biases against Chinese companies going global, and allow all parties to develop together in a fair and equitable market environment.

Building into a world leader in science and technology requires not only world-class laboratories, but also a rational public discourse environment. Neither blindly worshiping “overseas experience” nor arbitrarily questioning the choice to “return to China” is the proper attitude we should take toward talent mobility.

We hope that more technology and innovation enterprises, including Manus, can find their place in this blue ocean in China, develop confidently, grow larger and stronger, and achieve better development and breakthroughs.

The growing caution among Australian media and experts toward closer ties with militaristic Japan reflects a broader recognition of the potential consequences of entanglement in regional conflicts. It is imperative for Australia to stay vigilant and thoughtful in its foreign policy decisions.

Japan is heading toward isolation.

My journey to Xinjiang left me with a strong impression: China has understood that its future also lies in its countryside. It is transforming its rural areas into spaces of innovation, production and opportunity: African journalist

The key to sustaining and strengthening the momentum of China-South Korea people-to-people exchanges lies in acknowledging differences and focusing on shared ground, transforming policy convenience into real exchanges, and turning exchanges into cultural understanding and mutual affinity.

Modernization is a goal pursued by nearly all countries, and thus Chinese modernization can serve as a “common language” for better dialogue between China and the rest of the world. I believe it will offer valuable lessons for the Global South and other nations exploring their own paths to modernization.

The 2026 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition boasts an unprecedented scale and remarkable popularity.

In China, you stop checking your wallet. You stroll after midnight. You trust. And in that quiet confidence, you glimpse what Chinese sense of security, at its most comprehensive, actually feels like.

Through joint research, joint standard setting and risk assessment, Chinese and European academics can explore a more balanced governance model between technological development and risk control. This contributes to the formation of a more inclusive international rules-based system.

Last Friday, French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking in Athens alongside Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, made a striking claim: the US, Russia and China are now all "dead against" the Europeans.

The giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang are about to begin a new chapter of life in the US amid goodwill and high expectations, sending a positive signal.

For Seoul, the key is not waiting for Washington to change, but rather breaking free from the structural dilemma of being "simultaneously dependent on the US and constrained by it."

The anxiety of middle powers reflects the problems of our era. To truly move past this anxiety, the root causes must be identified and targeted.

This demonstrates that every reckless move by "Taiwan independence" forces will only invite stronger resistance and deeper isolation.

The US-Israel attacks on Iran have not only plunged the Middle East into chaos and reshaped the global geopolitical landscape, they have also shattered Japan's long-held image as a "model upholder of international law." The crises in Ukraine, Venezuela and the Middle East have exposed Tokyo's double standards in international affairs. The sovereign principle and international justice are merely convenient tools for Japan in service of US hegemony.

The European Union (EU) has been the most ambitious and, for decades, the most successful project of supranational governance the world has ever seen. It has brought peace and prosperity to hundreds of millions of citizens, and become a model for regional integration across continents. Yet now, the EU is far from the vision its founders imagined, and meaningful reform is more urgent than ever.

My work badge from the People's Hospital of Xizang Autonomous Region is hanging by the window in my office in Beijing. Every time I look at it, I am reminded that I was once a member there - and that I will always regard it as another "home." In 2015, as one of the first members of the "group-style" medical assistance program to Xizang, I set foot on this remarkable land for the first time. More than a decade has passed. The badge has gradually faded in the sunlight, yet it has become ever clearer in my memory.

Breaking free from the logic of hegemony, opening our eyes to the world and truly embracing multilateralism and international cooperation is the right path for any major power.

Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's visit to Eswatini, scheduled to commence on Wednesday, was “postponed” at the eleventh hour on Tuesday.

Within just one month, Japan has presented the world with a disturbing picture at an alarming pace.

Illustration: Liu Rui/GT

One day after sending a ritual offering to the notorious Yasukuni Shrine, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday reportedly continued to make a monetary offering to the site. Additionally, the Japanese government has officially revised "the three principles on transfer of defense equipment and technology" and their implementation guidelines on Tuesday to enable overseas sales of weapons.

This year marks the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Laos. If you read Western media or consult Washington's think tanks, you will almost exclusively view this relationship through the cold, rigid prism of grand strategy. The Western strategic community is deeply anxious about economic integration between China and Southeast Asian nations. Commentaries in publications like Foreign Affairs routinely rely on buzzwords like "squeezing" and "debt traps" to characterize China's footprint in the region.

On Wednesday, a delegation of Pakistani media professionals and think tanks visited Xinjiang Medical University in Urumqi, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, gaining firsthand insight into China-Pakistan cooperation in medical education.

Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and minister of foreign affairs, will visit Cambodia, Thailand and Myanmar upon invitation from Wednesday to Sunday. It has been four months since the cease-fire consensus between Cambodia and Thailand after their border dispute on December 27, 2025. On December 28 and 29, in a meeting held by the Fuxian Lake, Yunnan Province of China, foreign ministers and senior military officers of China, Cambodia and Thailand agreed on key outcomes. On Monday, the Second China-Cambodia-Thailand Track II Dialogue, organized by China Foreign Affairs University, was held in Beijing. The dialogue brought together think tank experts and media persons from the three countries to discuss issues around the theme "Implementing the Fuxian Consensus and Fostering a Peaceful Public Opinion Environment." Global Times reporter Wang Wenwen selects the speeches and opinions by representatives of the three countries at the scene.

Hopefully the EU won't underestimate China's firm resolve to safeguard its national interests and the legitimate rights and interests of its enterprises, nor underestimate the cost of taking detours and wrong paths.

As China continues to expand its visa-free "circle of friends," a growing number of foreign tourists and vloggers are capturing their positive experiences in China on camera. A French young man deliberately "abandoned" his laptop in a shopping mall, yet no one touched it for half an hour. The BBC's China correspondent went for a run at 3 am, enjoying the freedom and peace of the night.

As Japan accelerates its military buildup, inks major new arms export deals and joins the annual Balikatan, or "shoulder-to-shoulder," drills as a full participant for the first time alongside the US and Philippines, history casts a long shadow. The Japanese combat-capable troops that once invaded the Philippines as aggressors are now returning as so-called close partners. How do Filipinos see this return? And how does Southeast Asia feel about Japan's rapid remilitarization? Anna Rosario Malindog-Uy (Malindog-Uy), director and vice president for external affairs of the Asian Century Philippines Strategic Studies Institute, shared her views with Global Times (GT) reporter Li Aixin.

The Japanese government on Tuesday officially revised the Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology and their implementation guidelines, allowing overseas sales of lethal weapons

From the war in Ukraine to the US-Israel-Iran conflict, from trade wars to the Greenland issue, NATO's internal cohesion is coming under increasing scrutiny and doubt from within the alliance itself. Is the transatlantic alliance now at a critical turning point? Is NATO's "Asia-Pacificization" a cure for its survival? The Global Times invites three scholars to share their analysis on these questions.

The problem with this line of thinking begins with a conceptual sleight of hand: equating "being able to dance and run" with "being only able to dance and run."

Held in close succession and generating overlapping buzz, these three sports events are like three vibrant forces surging across the Chinese landscape, reflecting the most real and vivid aspects of Chinese modernization from different perspectives.

When a country that has failed to deeply reflect on its militarist past once again sets foot on lands it once invaded, who can guarantee that history will not repeat itself?

In an era marked by ecological challenges, development dilemmas and geopolitical dynamics are increasingly intertwined. Through a series of innovative practices, Chinese modernization offers a "green solution" to some of humanity's pressing questions of survival and development. Rooted in the wisdom of Chinese civilization and refined through Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization, this approach presents both a philosophical vision and a practical pathway toward sustainable development.

2026 marks the commencement of China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), a pivotal phase in the nation's medium- to long-term development. A successful venture starts with a good plan and with clear goals set. At this critical juncture, where a profound restructuring of the global order converges with a tipping point in the technological revolution, China's five-year plan is poised to inject momentum and certainty into global development, charting a steady course for the new journey ahead.

A country that shifts its own problems onto its neighbors and walks the old path of militarism will only slide back into dangerous territory. The Asia-Pacific region is not a testing ground for Japan's revival of militarism.

China's development model demonstrates a steady shift from purely quantitative indicators to comprehensive social objectives. An important mechanism for serving the people is the continuous adjustment of policies based on practical experience, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness in governance.

Recently, a Japanese man posted on X about an "emergency family meeting." The meeting was triggered by his daughter, a student at an international school, who said, "I feel ashamed to be Japanese" after learning about the Nanjing Massacre in her history class.

As UN Chinese Language Day is marked around the globe, it is worth reflecting on a broader reality: We have long since moved beyond the strange unipolar moment that followed the Cold War. Power is no longer concentrated in a single capital or filtered through one political or cultural lens. We are living in a multipolar era again, and have been for some time.

China's rural revitalization is often discussed in policies and statistics. What does it truly look like on the ground, especially in the eyes of foreign visitors? In this new series, "Village Walk," the Global Times invites foreign visitors who have explored China's villages firsthand to share their stories. Through their perspectives, we capture the quiet transformations, the rich and vibrant local cultures, the sustainable development of rural industries, and the vitality among rural communities. This is the first installment of the series.

The 2026 Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon kicked off on Sunday morning in Yizhuang, Beijing. More than 100 teams reportedly participated in the field test, including several international teams. Robot "Lightning" from Chinese smartphone manufacturer Honor won the championship, with the model running over 21 kilometers in a net time of 50 minutes and 26 seconds, beating the human world record of 57:20.

A Chinese-made sweeper, carrying its Eastern melody, has entered a Western city - and the English gentleman need not understand a single syllable of the lyrics to find, after a handful of chance encounters, that the tune has lodged itself in his mind as the sound of a clean street.

Tajani's visit to China, while not signaling a fundamental shift in Italy's China policy, reflects a realistic adjustment shaped by domestic economic pressures and external security risks.

The speeding "Fuxing" bullet train carries the pride and confidence of the Chinese people, as well as China's sincere desire to share development opportunities with the world. The thundering China Railway High-speed trains are leading the trend of the times and racing toward an even broader future.

NATO's attempt to shift its internal contradictions outward by advancing "Asia-Pacificization" is essentially a spillover of outdated Cold War thinking and bloc confrontation logic into the region. With its internal value consensus already on the verge of collapse, this approach of diverting its troubles eastward can neither resolve its own existential crisis nor persuade other regions to foot the bill.

In a world fraught with distrust and uncertainty amid profound transformations, breaking down barriers and building consensus has never been more crucial.

The frequent exchanges between #China and #Vietnam reflect the strategic depth and stature of the relationship and send a clear message to the international community that Vietnam and China are coordinating to ensure the security of their political systems, promote national development, and contribute stability and positive energy to a rapidly changing world, says a Vietnamese scholar

The US is experiencing the boomerang effect of the Middle East conflict.

As the conflict in Iran continues to unfold, the stakes are clear. Aggression rarely produces lasting peace. True global leadership is not about who has the power to wage war. It is about who has the wisdom to prevent or end it.

As two major markets in the world, China and Europe have deep ties of economic interest. Only by deepening the convergence of interests can the economies of both sides become more secure, and only through open cooperation can both sides promote the acceleration and upgrading of industries.

The fundamentals of China's economic development have not changed, the long-term positive trend has not changed and the strong support for high-quality development has not changed.

It is hoped that more relevant countries will keep pace with the times, enabling more displaced cultural relics to return home as soon as possible, and allowing different civilizations to achieve better exchange and coexistence through respect for history and mutual tolerance.

From neighboring countries to European states, from conflict-affected regions in the Middle East to developing nations across the Global South, leaders from different regions have been arriving in China one after another. This “wave of visits to China” is the world casting multiple votes of confidence in China through the most direct means – physical presence.

The Philippines has slandered Chinese fishermen by falsely claiming they used "cyanide," when in reality, the substance in question is nothing more than ordinary detergent.

In turbulent times, European countries want to maintain a good relationship with China, promote economic ties and possibly soften some of the disagreements that existed in the past, says a Spanish expert

Hungary's development and how it deals with Chinese investment is less a challenge for Chinese companies and more a challenge for policymakers in Brussels. What the EU needs to do is have a more pragmatic conversation about how to deepen cooperation with China, rather than keep raising its walls.

History cannot be distorted, nor can trauma be forgotten. Japan must confront its war guilt. Southeast Asian countries, including the Philippines, must uphold the bottom line of history, remember their national sufferings and war traumas, and not be misled or coerced by short-term interests.

Deepening economic cooperation between China and Vietnam is essential for solidifying the foundation of development in both countries and achieving mutual benefits and win-win outcomes. This mutually beneficial relationship has become a solid bond for jointly pursuing development between the two countries.

Chinese diplomacy is injecting valuable certainty and stability into this turbulent world. In the contest between the rule of law and the rule of power, China consistently stands on the right side of history and the side of human civilization's progress.

For countries such as Spain, cooperating with China that offers stability, predictability, and strategic planning, is particularly valuable at a time when many regions of the world are experiencing periods of political and economic volatility, says a Spanish expert

Just as a skyscraper requires a solid foundation to add new floors, the true value of China's economy lies in the establishment of a comprehensive system capable of rapidly translating technological innovation into large-scale production and continuously integrating cutting-edge technologies into a wide range of applications.

Southeast Asia does not need a rearmed Japan as its security guarantor. It needs great powers that respect the region's right to determine its own strategic future.

The Philippines' current approach - provoking China and undermining its interests on one hand, while seeking cooperation on the other - is unsustainable in the South China Sea. Its way is far from shelving disputes and seeking joint development; it's more like hoping to extract economic benefits from Beijing while scoring political points through confrontation.

We welcome General Secretary To Lam's visit to China and look forward to the new chapter in the building of the China-Vietnam community with a shared future, which will bring tangible benefits to the peoples of both countries and inject positive energy into the region and the world.

As the US and Iran failed to reach an agreement during their talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, and the US military announced it would impose a blockade on all maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports, international oil prices surged sharply on Sunday as the new trading week began amid market concerns over a renewed escalation of tensions in the Middle East and ongoing disruptions to oil supplies.

Right-wing forces in Japan will not only fail to realize their illusions of turning Japan into a "great power," but will also trap the country in diplomatic isolation and erode trust within the international community.