The stormier the times, the more China and Europe should uphold the banner of multilateralism, maintain their strategic partnership, adhere to openness, inclusiveness and win-win cooperation, advance China-EU relations to greater heights, and make greater contributions to world peace and development.

The visit holds considerable significance in light of the global challenges.

As a photographer, I aim to connect people. I like to think of myself as a bridge, bringing photographers to China and sharing my work with the world.

True culture needs no grand preaching – it reshapes the world quietly, one sip at a time.

At a time when both China and Germany face the challenges, how to work together – seeking common ground while respecting differences – to keep the course of history on the right track has become a fundamental question that the two countries, as well as China and Europe, must answer.

As part of the “group-style” medical aid effort, we have always reflected on three questions: Why we aid Xizang, what we do while in Xizang and what we leave behind when we depart – devoting ourselves wholeheartedly to advancing the development of Xizang's healthcare system, writes a medical aid doctor in Xizang.

Nuclear risk reduction must begin with the two largest nuclear powers — not with political theater that ignores strategic reality.

The Global Times invites three foreign scholars to share their perspectives on understanding and interpreting the view on political achievements of the CPC.

China's ice and snow tourism is no longer a hidden story. It is developing quickly.

The Spring Festival reflects the deep connection between faith, culture and mobility.

NATO is not an association of equal partners for collective defense, but an instrument for enforcing US interests. From this perspective, the only consistent and rational conclusion for Germany and the other European NATO members must be: withdrawal from NATO.

The year 2026 was my first Spring Festival in China. I knew, more or less, what to expect. Across most parts of China, fireworks and firecrackers, red lanterns and fortune characters on every door and window in sight, red envelopes and well-wishes of good fortune from family and friends alike.

One year ago, US Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech of unprecedented hostility toward Europe at the Munich Security Conference, marking a decisive moment in the rift between the US and Europe. Exactly a year after, when US Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the same conference to the same audience, the question -- where the transatlantic relationship will head -- still lingers.

For the US, the path forward is adaptation and humility. The sooner it accepts its place as one great power among several, the sooner it can play that role effectively - and sustainably - in the multipolar or multi-nodal world that is already underway.

One of America's founders, John Adams, famously said he wanted a nation "ruled by laws, not men."

The Spring Festival stands as a profound manifestation of the intrinsic cohesion and enduring vitality of Chinese civilization, offering the world a deep cultural code to understand Chinese society.

The reflections on order, governance, and people's well-being in Swords into Plowshares transcend the scope of a historical drama and illuminate contemporary questions about the international order.

China and France should uphold the original aspirations that guided them when establishing diplomatic relations, create a new wave of China-France people-to-people exchanges, and set an example for civilizational exchanges between China, Europe, and the world at large.

The nations of Asia have never forgotten history and remain ever vigilant, determined to draw lessons from the past and prevent a repetition of history.

Put it all together and one conclusion becomes obvious: It is easy for the exorbitantly rich and powerful to be accountable to no one. And they want it that way.

Only when struck by Washington's “wrecking ball” has Europe realized that it lacks both an independent security pillar and a unified, decisive diplomatic posture.

Only when Western commentators break free from the confines of established theory and fixated ideological prejudices, can they approach China as a civilization with its own distinctive logic of governance, begin to truly understand China's development, and confront their own problems.

Japan must take the feelings and concerns of other countries into account.

The Western narrative surrounding the arrest, trial and sentencing of Jimmy Lai is totally at odds with the facts.

Documents are unsealed, hearings are held, and the public is outraged. But then what?

China stands ready to work with all parties to continuously deepen and solidify APEC cooperation, injecting greater stability and positive expectations into the development of Asia and the world.

The partnership between Somalia and China stands as an inspiring example of how international friendship, built on respect and common interests, can foster a brighter, more cooperative future for all.

For too long, Western politicians have stood on the moral high ground. Now, their moral high ground is crumbling and falling into the abyss. Any Western attack on Jimmy Lai's trial in Hong Kong is utterly ridiculous and pathetic.

In this context of increasing US pressure, Canada's efforts to strengthen engagement with China, diversify its economic and trade relationships, and secure greater autonomy in a multipolar world represent a rational strategy to protect its long-term interests and reduce dependence on a single ally.

Behind this progress lie China's unique institutional strengths, vast market foundations, corporate dynamism, and long-term strategic resolve – all of which reflect the country's innovation ecosystem fostered under its strategy of achieving greater self-reliance and strength in science and technology.

The High Court of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Monday sentenced Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison. The sentence was announced along with penalties for other defendants in the national security case. This brought a complete first-instance judgment to the Jimmy Lai case - one that had been protracted, highly complex, involved numerous defendants, featured prominent external interference and posed exceptional challenges to judicial adjudication.

Epstein's wealth has never been a clean business miracle. When money can buy everything—including the bodies of minors and the souls of justice—capital has thoroughly torn off the moral fig leaf. In the eyes of capital, there are no “moral bottom lines,” only “exchanges of interests.”

Across the Atlantic, transatlantic unity has begun to show significant cracks, as disagreements between the US and the EU have resurfaced over issues of trade, industrial policy, and strategic autonomy following a substantial shift in US foreign policy under the current administration. In this context, the Global Times (GT) has launched a commentary series, "The widening transatlantic rift," inviting scholars and experts at home and abroad to share their views. In an interview with GT reporter Wang Wenwen, Raffaele Marchetti (Marchetti), director of the Center for International and Strategic Studies at Luiss University, Italy, said that Europe needs to be self-sustaining, or at the very least, embark on a path that will lead to self-sufficiency over the next 10 to 20 years.

In Japan's 51st House of Representatives election held on Sunday, the ruling coalition of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the Japan Innovation Party won a majority of seats, meaning that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will continue to govern. In this election, Japanese online communities exerted a special influence on Takaichi and the LDP.

In the 21st article of the "Translators' Voices" column, GT interviewed Rafael Lima (Lima), translation editor of the Portuguese edition of the book series Xi Jinping: The Governance of China.

The growing “China fever” shows that Gen Z abroad are, in their own way, reaching for a real, vibrant, warm image of China, freely selecting fragments of life and cultural symbols they like within a multicultural context.

Lai's sentence is a solemn declaration of sovereignty, security and the spirit of the rule of law. It announces that the dignity of the law is not to be trampled upon and that the bottom line of national security is not to be crossed. More profoundly, as a landmark case since the implementation of the national security law in Hong Kong, the Jimmy Lai case provides crucial legal guidance and certainty for future practice.

Jimmy Lai's 20-year prison sentence sends a clear signal: No matter how cleverly an "agent" hides or how powerful their backers, they will ultimately face the full force of the law.

The essence of the five-year planning system is to maintain the country's long-term vision while regularly adapting its methods to address new challenges. Thus, this system balances continuity with flexibility and adaptation.

So, the question is not whether we engage, but how.

On the evening of February 6, local time, the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics officially kicked off, blending a century of Olympic memories with the charm of modern technology and attracting global attention to the snow and ice spectacle at the foot of the Alps. The Chinese delegation comprises 286 members, including 126 athletes, and will compete across seven major sports, 15 sub-disciplines and 91 events, representing China's widest event participation and largest-ever team in an overseas Winter Olympics. This confidence stems from the rich legacy of the Beijing Winter Olympics and the continuous development of ice and snow sports in China.

A quiet but profound shift is reshaping the geopolitical map of South America, as revealed by an exclusive Reuters report, "Brazil signals new openness to Mercosur-China talks as Beijing seeks deeper ties": For the first time, senior Brazilian officials are considering a push for a "partial" trade agreement between the Mercosur bloc and China.

In the details of everyday life lies the true reflection of a country. The "Everyday China" series invites foreign experts and scholars who have lived in China for several years to share their personal experiences and reflections on seemingly ordinary moments. Through their unique perspectives, the series reveals a more authentic, multidimensional and relatable portrait of China. This is the sixth installment of the series.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer wrapped up his four-day China visit at the end of January, yet its impact is still brewing. Some believe that the visit represented a marked shift in the UK's relations with China, and at the international level, it demonstrated the realities of a new global order. How should we analyze the implications of Starmer's China visit? What does a mature and more sophisticated relationship mean for the two countries? Global Times (GT) reporters Wang Wenwen and Xing Xiaojing interviewed Ollie Shiell (Shiell), chief executive of the UK National Committee on China, over these matters.

Just over one month into 2026, Washington's increasingly overt hegemonic and unilateral actions are introducing new uncertainties into the world order. At this moment, middle powers - whether US long-time allies or non-allies, close neighbors or once politically aligned partners - are reassessing their perceptions about the US and realizing the growing reality of multipolarity. How has US unilateralism reshaped these middle powers' strategic calculations? What kind of multipolar world do they seek to build? The Global Times invites three scholars to discuss how these middle powers navigate the changing order.

As China continues its development trajectory, the collision between common sense and irrationality will remain. Yet China has never and will not require any country to "take sides" or "be closer," China simply makes friends with countries which are open to win-win cooperation.

In late January, the "Global Dialogue - China-EU Resonance" media and think tank forum, hosted by the Global Times, was held in Brussels, Belgium. Scholars, entrepreneurs and think tank representatives from China and European countries gathered to engage in in-depth discussions on topics such as "China-EU Mutual Perceptions: Practical Experiences and Public Opinion Foundations" and "Moving Forward through Understanding: Diverse Cooperation and Future Pathways." In the fourth article of the "China-Europe Resonance" column, we invite scholars from both China and Europe to further dig into relevant topics.

In recent years, scholarly interest in Ryukyu has continued to rise. The Ryukyu Islands are scattered across the waters from the northeast of China's Taiwan island to the southwest of Japan's Kyushu Island. Historically, Ryukyu was a tributary state of China. Japan annexed the Ryukyu Islands in 1879 and established the Okinawa Prefecture on the islands. Today, Okinawa hosts about 70 percent of US military bases in the country, despite making up just 0.6 percent of Japan's land area. How do people from Okinawa identify themselves – as Ryukyuan, Okinawan or Japanese? In light of geopolitical tensions and the Japanese government's recent rhetoric of linking a "Taiwan emergency" with the country's collective self-defense, what worries people on the Ryukyu Islands? In her I-Talk show, Global Times (GT) reporter Wang Wenwen talked to Jinshiro Motoyama (Motoyama), a prominent Okinawan native activist, over these issues.

At the beginning of 2026, a clear "looking East" trend has emerged on the international diplomatic stage. Several Western countries, including Ireland, Canada, Finland, and the UK, have successively visited China. This is not merely a political spectacle, but a move driven by deeper international and strategic considerations. At the same time, Washington's shift in its European policy has placed transatlantic relations under the most severe test since the end of World War II. Against this backdrop, the Global Times has launched a commentary series, “The Widening Transatlantic Rift,” inviting scholars and experts at home and abroad to share their views.

At the beginning of 2026, a clear "looking East" trend has emerged on the international diplomatic stage. Several Western countries, including Ireland, Canada, Finland, and the UK, have successively visited China. This is not merely a political spectacle, but a move driven by deeper international and strategic considerations. At the same time, Washington's shift in its European policy has placed transatlantic relations under the most severe test since the end of World War II. Against this backdrop, the Global Times has launched a commentary series, "The Widening Transatlantic Rift," inviting scholars and experts at home and abroad to share their views.

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday held talks with visiting President of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay Yamandu Orsi. President Orsi is the sixth foreign leader - and the first head of state from a Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) country - to visit China this year. Amid the current turbulent international landscape, China and Uruguay's close, multi-tiered and comprehensive friendly exchanges help deepen and solidify the China-LAC community with a shared future, contributing greater strength to maintaining world peace and stability and improving global governance.

Looking ahead, the development of a long-term and consistent comprehensive strategic partnership between China and the UK will require sustained efforts grounded in mutual respect and willingness to move beyond differences.

Thailand's general election is set to be held on Sunday. Compared with the highly mobilized, emotionally charged political atmosphere seen ahead of the 2019 and 2023 elections, Thai society appears unusually calm regarding the upcoming 2026 general election.

The recent executive order by the Trump administration, which designates Cuba as "a threat to US national security," introduces tariffs on any country that supplies oil to the Caribbean nation. This represents a new tightening of the economic, commercial and financial embargo that Washington has enforced for more than 65 years and that has brought it international discredit and isolation. One of the greatest strategic mistakes of the North American country has been to once again underestimate the determination of the Cuban people and to assume that economic pressure can generate instability and a change in the political system.

In late January, the "Global Dialogue – China-EU Resonance" media and think tank forum, hosted by the Global Times (GT), was held in Brussels, Belgium. Ondrej Dostal (Dostal), a Czech member of the European Parliament, attended the forum and advocated for deeper China-EU cooperation. In an interview with GT reporter Wang Cong on the sidelines of the forum, Dostal shared his views on the current state of China-EU ties amid a volatile transatlantic relationship.

For a decade, the China-skeptic forces have held sway in Britain. Any move in the direction of closer relations with China has been fiercely contested. As a result, no British prime minister visited Beijing for eight years. And China's proposal for a new much larger embassy in London met powerful resistance. That the new mega embassy has been approved and Keir Starmer's visit to Beijing deemed a success represents a very positive development in China-UK relations.

Although China doesn't seek to export China model, academic institutions and research centers in the Global South are witnessing a growing focus on studying and analyzing the Chinese development model, to explore its economic and political aspects as a potential alternative to the traditional Western model.

Some countries embrace a logic of "might makes right" and believe in their unilateral supremacy, displaying their bullying behavior over neighbors or even allies openly and without restraint. History and reality both show that once a world loses the constraints of international rules, the foundations of peace and development are inevitably shaken and conflicts and tensions will increasingly surface. The international community must therefore reaffirm unity, uphold international order and the rule of law, and jointly resist the risks and challenges brought by hegemonism and power politics.

The crisis surrounding the US threat of a takeover of Greenland continues to exacerbate. US, Danish and Greenlandic officials met on January 28 to discuss a new framework deal regarding Greenland. Thousands of people in Greenland and Denmark have protested against the US takeover plan recently. How do Greenlanders view this escalating takeover rhetoric and what has changed in their daily lives since this self-governing island, with around 57,000 inhabitants, became the center of global attention? Global Times (GT) reporters Chen Qingqing and Bai Yunyi interviewed Greenlandic politician and co-founder of the territory's liberal Cooperation Party, Tillie Martinussen (Martinussen), to understand how local residents perceive this rapidly changing geopolitical landscape.

Recently, the viral hashtag #IWantToBeChinese on TikTok has revealed a fascinating global perception of China. Rather than being captivated by iconic landmarks, a growing number of foreign creators are drawn to the rhythms of daily life in China. Not coincidentally, a US media outlet reported that “Everyone Is suddenly in a 'very Chinese time' in their lives,” a trend that blows up so much in recent weeks. In this context, the Global Times spoke with three overseas creators who have been living in China for several years to unpack their most striking experiences and their growing resonance of “Chinese time.”

With multiple factors intertwined, uncertainty surrounding the election outcome has intensified. Regardless of the final seat distribution, the election process itself reflects the ongoing fluidity and restructuring of Japan's party system — developments whose impact will extend beyond a single contest to shape future policy directions and the broader political landscape.

For much of the developing world, de-dollarization is far less ideological and far more practical. As financial pressures grow and global uncertainty deepens, countries will continue to seek mechanisms that reduce vulnerability.

The significance of educational support for #Xizang lies in ensuring that every child in the region has access to high-quality education, and that knowledge becomes a force for building their homeland, writes a teacher who went to Xizang to support education.

Stephen M. Walt, a scholar of international relations, recently wrote an op-ed titled "What Spheres of Influence Are - and Aren't" on Foreign Policy. In my view, Walt's essay is, in essence, a critique of the "thug with a club" strategy by Elbridge Colby, the principal architect of the newly released US National Defense Strategy.

In January 2026, the death of Renée Good, a mother of three in Minneapolis, by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent, and the subsequent fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse, by federal agents, sparked outrage and protests within the US.

Despite flaws, international law remains indispensable. It is a choice of practical rationality, a yardstick for civilizational progress and a necessity for collective action, says a Chinese law professor during a forum recenty held in Beijing.

I see Starmer's visit as a historic opportunity for both the UK and China. China is an unavoidable reality. It is a weakness to believe one can simply ignore China. The visit shows that the UK is willing and able to step up, practice diplomacy and have difficult but necessary conversations, says former member of the House of Commons of the UK.

Many American netizens who initially joined Xiaohongshu, a year ago following a looming TikTok ban, have become what they now call “Xiaohongshu locals.” They started to encounter the fragments of everyday Chinese life for the first time, and these fragmented posts, carried across digital networks, have fostered closer people-to-people interactions between the two countries. Let's hear the stories and views from three American “Xiaohongshu locals.”

The Monroe Doctrine's journey from a defensive declaration to an imperialist dogma illustrates how ideas can be reshaped by power geopolitics. For LAC, confronting this history is not merely an academic exercise but a necessary step toward building a more sovereign and equitable future.

The future of China-Europe relations should not be confined to debating Europe's continued dependence on the US or a simplistic alignment with China. Instead, it should be viewed as a rational choice based on shared interests. It hinges on whether Europe can discern its true direction and genuinely achieve strategic autonomy.

Should Japan pursue nuclear possession, its decades of efforts toward nuclear abolition would be undone, and the shock to the global non-proliferation regime would be immense, says Japanese nuclear expert

The Global Governance Initiative demonstrates that, in the face of unprecedented global shifts, China is willing to collaborate with other countries to jointly advance and improve global governance, said experts at a forum.

The US-Europe relationship is comprehensively ruined. The US is desperately trying to hold on to its empire, on which it is losing its grip daily. Europe should make peace and amity with China and with Russia, make new arrangements with the rising powers in the world, instead of clinging to the fading, failing powers in the world.

From China's perspective, the future of the Arctic should not be a battleground for geopolitical rivalry, but a low-tension region for international cooperation on climate change and sustainable development. Claims that "China threatens Greenland" are simply too absurd to be worth refuting.

China will continue to move toward a path of Chinese modernization. We believe that, as China continues to cooperate with the world, we will further contribute to strengthening global multilateralism and consolidating the multilateral framework based on the UN Charter.

Countries can't just do whatever they want. It's unacceptable. If big powers can just use all their might to take over everyone, it is going to be a big mess.

As 2026 marks the opening year of the 15th Five-Year Plan, the government is prioritizing domestic-demand-led growth. The Central Economic Work Conference in December last year listed building a robust domestic market as the top task among eight key policy objectives for the year.

During my recent journey home from Wuhan to Beijing, and then from Beijing to Brazil to celebrate Christmas and New Year, I witnessed a “miracle” that was not supernatural, but an unexpected resolution born of human kindness. In fact, this was not a miracle in the traditional sense – something impossible that happens out of thin air. Not born of chance or magic, but of collective organization, technological mastery and a social fabric capable of turning urgency into resolution.

When a nation retains the talent it cultivates, and that talent builds world-class companies domestically, it signals genuine economic vitality.

In an era of global division, Western nations can no longer afford the "binary trap" of choosing between total alignment or total isolation. China-Canada cooperation demonstrates that it is possible to maintain certain firm "red lines" while simultaneously securing high-value, reciprocal deals in sectors like agriculture and green technology.

The US-proposed “Board of Peace” on Gaza not only disregards the will of the Palestinian people but also poses a huge challenge to the existing international governance system and norms of conduct.

China is trying to keep the country's trading and trying to gain. China is more commonsensical about what the costs and benefits are. At this stage, China is wiser and smarter in how its public policy is being informed and crafted.

As it is likely that the world will become more balkanized, this needs to inform how Hong Kong and its institutions think about the future: Don't think Western, think the mainland and the Global South.

Latin America must continue to be for Latin Americans: a land of dignity, freedom and future, not a satellite of the ambitions of a declining superpower.

“New Monroe Doctrine” will not "Make America Great Again,” on the contrary, it is likely to let the world witness the Washington's tyranny, shamelessness, embarrassment and failure once again. If the US cannot achieve the expected strategic benefits in Venezuela, “new Monroe Doctrine” is destined to fail.

Ultimately, the Venezuelan crisis serves as a revealing moment for the current limits of Europe as a strategic actor.

Broadly speaking, the US-Europe alliance has formed an interactive relationship of "ebb and flow."

The goal of Canada's recalibration is not to simply exchange one dependency for another, but to reclaim the autonomous capacity to define its own national interests, thereby marking the beginning of Canada's road away from dependency. The future of the China-Canada partnership is a vital opportunity for diversification.

Justice may be delayed, but it will never be denied.

The Chinese worldview is not individualistic – it understands people as relational beings embedded in families and communities. The concept of national rejuvenation focuses on improving the livelihoods of families.

The Global Times, in collaboration with renowned experts and scholars from both China and abroad, has selected 10 key terms for 2026.

Moving forward, AIIB is expected to play an even greater role in advancing multilateral cooperation in global governance.

A US-controlled Greenland would further shift the regional balance. One must wonder how Nordic leaders now view their decisions to be friendly hosts to the US military, made under the delusional assumption that the US would act as a “benevolent protector.”

The US' pressure over Greenland not only infringes upon Denmark's sovereignty and territorial integrity, but also shatters Europe's nostalgic attachment to alliance with the US back in the “good old days.”

Carney and his government must understand that the options are not the US or China, but that Canada can have good relations with the US and China simultaneously.

A recent series of events over the South China Sea disputes reflects that the maritime issues between China and the Philippines are being deliberately pushed by certain forces in the Philippines toward a more complex, confrontational and dangerous direction.

Over these past 27 years, Europe lost not just military capability, but the capacity for independent thought, and this is why Europe cannot say "no" to US threat over Greenland.

The shared pursuit of the dream of modernization between China and Africa is not only the inevitable outcome of deepening mutually beneficial and win-win cooperation, but also one of its core objectives.

The Chinese mainland's series of actions in 2025 has demonstrated an unprecedented determination and a clear strategic roadmap to crush “Taiwan independence” separatists. They outlined a clear strategic trajectory in 2025 for the mainland's Taiwan-related strategy that is focused on opposing “Taiwan independence” and external interference, marking the beginning of a new phase in which the Chinese mainland actively combats external interference and takes firm action against “Taiwan independence” forces.

The recent illegal intervention in Venezuela has once again "cut open the veins of Latin America," proving that the Monroe Doctrine, openly upheld by the US, is in essence a form of neocolonialism.

Global governance is something that every country ultimately needs, regardless of its political ideology or system of governance. In this sense, China has done well in bringing these principles to the international stage.

PM Carney's upcoming trip to China may not bring drastic changes, but the meeting itself will be valuable and steer the two countries in the right direction: Canadian scholar Radhika Desai

As the world's youngest continent, Africa can draw valuable lessons from China in youth development: Chinese, African scholars

The US recent seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker on high seas exposes its double standards on freedom of navigation – a concentrated manifestation of its long-standing hegemonic approach to maritime affairs, one that is increasingly unacceptable to the international community.

In the aftermath of the forcible seizure of Maduro, a series of “victory bragging” narratives quickly took shape in Washington. This amounted to a political declaration that openly and ritualistically elevates the idea “might makes right.”

China's focus on self-reform underscores the vital role of continuous self-correction in effective governance, fostering a sense of purpose in confronting global changes, and providing consistent, predictable support for global development.

After seven years of preparation, a new book titled History and facts of the South China Sea was launched in Beijing on Thursday. The launch ceremony was hosted by the Huayang Center for Maritime Cooperation and Ocean Governance (Huayang Center).

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.

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 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.

The US is the country in the world least aligned with the UN Charter. I do not believe the US will dominate the Americas. If it tries, a lot of violence will result. Most of the rest of the world will resist the US attempt at hegemony, US scholar Jeffrey Sachs told the Global Times.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.