News & Insights Across Asia
A new video series, debuting October 8, showcases ten young Chinese dedicated to revitalizing the countryside, sharing their inspiring stories of transformation and community engagement.
Former fisherman Chen Xianming has become a guardian of the Yangtze River following a 10-year fishing ban. Witnessing the river’s rejuvenation, he now protects the waters that sustained his family for generations.
As modern bridges rise, Suzhou Creek’s last ferryman shares his reflections on decades of service, marking the end of a traditional way of life along the waterway.
Chinese student Zhang Shuai in Brazil shares his heartfelt longing for home on the 73rd anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, highlighting the strong connection felt by overseas Chinese.
Singer and music teacher Duan Zhenzhen in the UK shares her heartfelt love for China on its 73rd National Day, highlighting the enduring bonds of overseas Chinese with their homeland.
Discover Chaoyang Park, Beijing’s largest urban park, where lively leisure activities and cultural experiences bring together people of all ages in a vibrant blend of tradition and modernity.
Guo Jie, a recent Chinese graduate from Columbia University, shares her heartfelt National Day wishes and her longing for family gatherings and Henan’s famous spicy soup while studying abroad.
Three young female cadres, the “Three Golden Flowers,” lead a multi-ethnic garrison dance in the Wakhan Corridor to celebrate China’s National Day, uniting diverse cultures at the border region.
Discover the vibrant summer landscapes of Sangke Grassland in Gannan’s “Multi-Colored” Tibetan Prefecture, where nature’s beauty and rich cultural traditions offer an unforgettable experience.
On the 50th anniversary of China-Japan diplomatic ties, Japanese Gen Z shares their perspectives on the relationship, reflecting hopes for mutual understanding and future collaboration.
Severe inflation in Europe has led to the return of ‘hunger queues’ in Madrid, as residents struggle with soaring prices for essentials. Many families now spend nearly half their income on daily necessities.
In Shandong Province, elderly painters are transforming their village into a vibrant tourist destination, breathing new life into the rural community.
CGTN’s new program ‘China’s Road to Common Prosperity’ delves into the lives of ordinary farmers, highlighting China’s efforts towards shared prosperity and rural development.
From a remote cliff village in Sichuan Province, a young ethnic Yi man named Muguo has become an internet celebrity by live-streaming his journeys and selling local produce to support his family.
Shipai Town, known as China’s tofu town, concludes its soybean harvest season, marking a significant moment for local farmers and the global tofu industry.
Yu Haiyang returned from Singapore to his hometown Yandunjiao Village in Shandong Province to open a rustic homestay. By integrating traditional elements, he offers tourists an authentic experience of fishing village life.
Long COVID is trending again as people worldwide share their struggles with lingering symptoms post-COVID-19 infection. Experts and sufferers discuss the condition’s profound impact on daily life.
CGTN’s documentary ‘China’s Road to Common Prosperity’ explores how people in China’s remotest areas pursue better lives amid the pandemic. Premieres September 24, 2022.
Master artisan Lin Rongtao revitalizes Shandong’s traditional Huabobo steamed buns by blending Eastern and Western ideas, creating jobs for nearly 1,000 local women.
Discover how Beijing’s Liangma River has become a vibrant gathering spot since 2022, attracting locals and visitors to enjoy leisure time along its revitalized banks.