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International business leaders at the China Development Forum reaffirmed their confidence in China’s commitment to opening-up, highlighting opportunities for global cooperation and economic growth.
As China shifts towards innovation-led growth amid global pressures, its small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) must adapt. Expert Christoph Loch shares insights on how SMEs can innovate and thrive.
The U.S. faces a diplomatic setback as its Gaza ceasefire proposal is rejected by the UN Security Council. Russia and China vetoed the resolution, highlighting divisions over addressing the conflict.
Chinese investment in Mexico is accelerating economic growth and strengthening trade ties, despite concerns from the United States over the surge of Chinese companies in the region.
President Xi Jinping’s Hunan visit highlights the role of technological innovation in developing new productive forces, encouraging regions to harness local strengths for national development.
China intensifies diplomatic efforts to promote a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine crisis, emphasizing the need for constructive dialogue among all involved parties.
The UN General Assembly has adopted a landmark resolution promoting safe, secure, and trustworthy AI systems. Global cooperation and standards are essential to harness AI’s potential responsibly.
China and Australia are renewing their partnership through pragmatic diplomacy, focusing on mutual benefits and cooperation. This shift marks a significant step toward stability and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region.
Standard Chartered becomes the first wholly foreign-owned securities company in the Chinese mainland, marking a significant milestone in China’s financial sector opening-up and attracting foreign investment.
Hikmat Hajiyev, Azerbaijan’s Assistant to the President, highlights plans to enhance ties with China, focusing on transport routes, green technology, and potential visa-free travel.
An analysis of the internal challenges facing U.S. democracy, exploring how foundational principles are tested by modern governance and political alienation.
An increasing number of young Americans are losing faith in the U.S. political system as gridlock and inaction erode their confidence in democracy’s ability to address pressing issues like gun violence and climate change.
China’s focus on new quality productive forces offers Africa a significant opportunity to enhance cooperation and drive high-quality growth through innovation and technology.
President Xi Jinping’s visit to Hunan Province emphasizes the importance of moral education and innovation in advancing high-quality development, highlighting China’s commitment to progress.
China and Singapore have launched a mutual visa exemption for ordinary passport holders, easing travel and boosting tourism and cultural exchange between the two nations.
Hong Kong has enacted the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, completing its national security legislation under Article 23 of the Basic Law to protect the city from security threats.
China is leveraging digital technology to enhance governance and democratic engagement, using online platforms to increase transparency, accountability, and citizen participation.
China is undertaking a transformative journey to achieve its ‘new quality productive forces’ goals, aiming to modernize production through innovation, green growth, and advanced practices.
At the recent Democracy Summit in South Korea, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused China of spreading disinformation, reigniting global discussions on information integrity and international relations.
At the Third International Forum on Democracy: Shared Human Values, former Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva delivered the keynote speech, joining hundreds of guests from China and abroad to discuss democracy.
