China-Europe Railway Express freight train runs up 29% in Q1 2026, network covering 235 European cities now
The China-Europe Railway Express handled 5,460 freight train runs in the first quarter of this year, up 29 percent year-on-year, with the volume of goods transported up 22 percent year-on-year to reach 546,000 twenty-foot equivalent units, injecting new vitality into China-EU cooperation as well as social development of countries along the routes, according to data released on Thursday by China State Railway Group Co.
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China's leading EV makers, suppliers launch platform to tackle material 'chokepoint' issues
About 30 leading Chinese automakers, parts suppliers and auto material companies have jointly established a new Strategic Materials Innovation and Application Platform in Beijing to address critical "chokepoint" material problems in the automotive industry, China EV100, an initiator of the platform, said in a statement on Monday.
China's Wuhan launches direct passenger route to Jakarta
A new direct air route linking central China with Southeast Asia was launched on Sunday, with the inaugural flight departing from Wuhan, capital of Hubei Province, to Jakarta. The route marks the first direct connection between the two cities.
Cross-border passenger service of China-Laos Railway marks 3 years, boosting cross-border travel, connectivity
The China-Laos Railway cross-border passenger service is set to mark its third anniversary, representing a significant milestone in regional connectivity and cultural exchange. Linking Kunming in southwest China's Yunnan province with the Lao capital Vientiane, the railway enables same-day travel between the two cities, significantly reducing journey time while bringing the people of China and Laos closer together.
Multiple Q1 indicators signal solid start for economy
Leading indicators on China's investment, consumption and foreign trade released recently by the State Information Center under the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) point to a solid start for the economy in the first quarter, CCTV News reported.
2026 Su Super League kicks off, further fueling event economy
The 2026 Jiangsu Football City League – popularly known as the Su Super League – kicked off on Saturday night in Changzhou, East China's Jiangsu Province, with multiple Chinese localities including South China's Guangdong and Central China's Hubei standing ready for their provincial city football leagues this year.
Strengthened cross-Straits cooperation particularly important for Taiwan-funded enterprises: business representative
As a delegation led by Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, wrapped up its six-day visit to the Chinese mainland and departed Beijing for Taiwan on Sunday, Teng Tai-Hsien, secretary-general of the Straits Economic & Cultural Interchange Association, has called for further strengthened cross-Straits cooperation, which is particularly important for Taiwan businesses.
NEV wholesale in China forecast to grow 13% to 17.3m units in 2026
Wholesale sales of new-energy vehicle (NEV) passenger vehicles by Chinese automakers are projected to grow by 13 percent year-on-year to reach 17.3 million units in 2026, Cui Dongshu, secretary-general of the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), said at a forum on Sunday, signaling steady growth in China's NEV sector.
Fresh investment wave by Chinese firms in Brazil with Mixue opening its first store
Chinese ice cream and beverage chain Mixue, known for its affordable ice cream and tea-based drinks, marked its arrival in the Brazilian market with the opening of its first store in Sao Paulo on Saturday (local time).
Green hydrogen in Baicheng points to China's chain-extension opportunity
Baicheng's successful practice in clean energy offers a new lens on China's green and high-quality development. As resource advantages extend downstream industries, the logic of growth is shifting.
Humanoid robot half-marathon approaches; China's robotics sector grows as new product hits 10 m/s sprint speed
As the capital city sheds its daytime bustle, rhythmic footsteps echo across a quiet track under the cover of night. This weekend, a group of unusual “runners” took to the course for adaptive training ahead of next week's half marathon event held in Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area (E-Town).
Global express delivery firms hike fuel surcharges amid Middle East tensions
Amid intensifying regional tensions and wild swings in global oil prices, the cost of shipping is on the rise—not only for air freight but also for international express delivery services. Major global logistics players including UPS, DHL, FedEx, and SF International have all adjusted their fuel surcharge policies in recent weeks, with most implementing notable increases as they pass on higher energy costs.
Unitree's H1 robot hits 10 m/s sprint speed, getting close to Usain Bolt's 100m world record
Chinese robotics startup Unitree Robotics released a video on Saturday showing its H1 robot reached a sprint speed of up to 10 meters per second, noting that the humanoid robot broke the world record again.
Backup to backbone: how China's green power forges its new industries
After years of technological innovation and investment, China has become the world's leading driver of robust growth in the renewable energy industry, demonstrating strong resilience amid the recent global oil market turmoil.