China Urges Japan to Accelerate Destruction of Abandoned Chemical Weapons
China urges Japan to accelerate the destruction of abandoned chemical weapons on Chinese soil, stressing the need to meet overdue international obligations.
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500+ Smart Drones Take Flight in Anhui to Safeguard Vital Wheat Harvest
Over 500 BeiDou-guided drones deployed in Anhui Province for precision crop protection, safeguarding the vital winter wheat harvest and showcasing smart farming advancements.
UN Warns of Deepening Mental Health Crisis in War-Torn Sudan
The UN highlights a severe mental health crisis in Sudan, driven by sexual violence used as a weapon of war, with survivors facing immense stigma and limited access to care.
Porsche China CEO Emphasizes Brand Value Amid Market Challenges
Porsche’s China CEO Alexander Pollich discusses the company’s focus on brand value over sales volume amid a cooling luxury car market in the Chinese mainland.
China Unlocks Trade with Africa Through New Zero-Tariff Policy
China will grant zero-tariff access to all African countries with diplomatic ties from May 1, 2026, a move hailed as a ‘golden key’ for mutual trade and investment growth.
AI Drives Transformation at Beijing Auto Show 2026
The 2026 Beijing Auto Show reveals cars are becoming mobile AI computers, with ‘Physical AI’ enabling new levels of autonomy and personalization.
Israel Dragged US into War of Choice, Former Advisor Claims
Daniel Levy, a former Israeli advisor, asserts Israel involved the US in a war of choice on weak security grounds, warning ceasefires may spur wider escalation.
Europe Faces Record Emissions as Heatwaves Intensify in 2025
A new report reveals Europe suffered record wildfires and emissions in 2025 during a severe heatwave, highlighting the continent’s rapid warming.
AI Tokens: The ‘New Oil’ and China’s Emerging Strategic Edge
James Kynge argues AI tokens are the ‘new oil,’ with China’s cost advantage creating a new geopolitical dynamic and attracting global tech firms.
US Democrats Push to Curb Presidential War Powers Over Cuba
US Democratic senators moved to limit presidential authority to launch military action against Cuba without Congressional approval, highlighting a key foreign policy debate in 2026.
UAE Exits OPEC in Strategic Move, Shaking Global Oil Markets
The UAE’s imminent withdrawal from OPEC marks a strategic shift for global energy markets, driven by production autonomy and regional geopolitical tensions.
Foreign Vlogger’s Journey Decodes China’s Sustainable Poverty Alleviation Success
A Colombian vlogger’s 150,000-km journey across China reveals how systemic policies eradicated extreme poverty and built lasting social security, offering a unique ground-level view of a historic achievement.
Infrared Cameras Capture Six Rare Species in Yunnan’s Wuliang Mountain
Infrared cameras in Yunnan’s Wuliang Mountain have recorded six rare animal species at one site, a sign of a healthier ecosystem bolstered by conservation efforts.
China’s Community Elderly Care: A Model for an Aging Society
With over 300 million seniors, China is pioneering a community-based elderly care model that brings support services directly into neighborhoods, focusing on quality of life and aging in place.
King Charles Jokes at US State Dinner: A Tale of Linguistic Humor in Diplomacy
King Charles III humorously suggested Americans would speak French without British influence during a White House state dinner, echoing President Trump’s earlier WWII jest.
Ancient Murals, Modern Brushstrokes: Potala Palace Art Lives On
From 17th-century masters to modern artists, the vibrant mural tradition of the Potala Palace continues to inspire and evolve, bridging centuries of cultural expression.
China’s River Chiefs: Guardians of Water Ecology
How China’s river chief system, launched in 2016, has improved water quality through collaborative governance, offering a model for global ecological preservation.
How a Poet’s Vision Shaped West Lake Nearly a Millennium Ago
Explore how poet-official Su Shi’s innovative dredging project nearly 1,000 years ago created the iconic Su Causeway, forever reshaping Hangzhou’s West Lake.
China’s ‘Artificial Sun’ Nears Industrialization with Core Installation Milestone
China begins core installation for a new nuclear unit as its ‘artificial sun’ fusion reactor project advances toward industrialization, with a key test scheduled for 2027.
Tang Dynasty Banquet Reveals Silk Road’s Golden Legacy
Gold and silver artifacts from a Tang Dynasty banquet reveal how Silk Road exchange fueled a golden age of cultural fusion and cosmopolitan luxury.