China Commits to Responsible Role in UN Secretary-General Selection
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with UN SG candidate Michelle Bachelet, pledging a constructive approach to the selection process to revitalize the UN’s global authority.
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China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with UN SG candidate Michelle Bachelet, pledging a constructive approach to the selection process to revitalize the UN’s global authority.
The US Fed’s Beige Book reports modest economic expansion but warns of sticky inflation and fractured consumer spending driven by energy costs.
Manila’s recent diplomatic shifts and maritime negotiations with Japan signal a more confrontational approach toward the Chinese mainland, impacting regional stability.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán calls for encouraging Christian families to have more children to combat shrinking populations, opposing reliance on migration.
The China National Botanical Garden has launched a series of embroidered brooches featuring endangered plants, blending traditional art with biodiversity education.
China calls on the EU to view trade ties objectively, highlighting strong corporate investment amid reports of upcoming trade restrictions in mid-June.
Diplomats from 37 countries explore the future of mobility in Guangzhou, experiencing eVTOLs and electric vehicles as part of a tour focused on China’s growth and global opportunities.
China imposes entry bans on New Zealand lawmakers after visits to the Taiwan region, reaffirming the one-China principle as the basis for bilateral relations.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to implement a ceasefire following US-led negotiations, contingent upon a complete cessation of fire by Hezbollah.
China’s commerce ministry opposes unilateral US trade restrictions and tariffs based on ‘forced labor’ claims, calling for stability in economic relations.
A UN peacekeeper was killed and two others injured after mortar shells struck a UNIFIL position in southeastern Lebanon on June 4, 2026. An investigation is underway.
Discover how the Qinghai-Xizang Railway uses a bespoke dual-oxygen system to protect passengers from altitude sickness at 4,000 meters.
Over 2,500 athletes gather for the Nalati Grassland Outdoor Sports Carnival in Xinjiang, combining athletic competition with the region’s stunning natural beauty.
Exploring how straw plaiting in the Chinese mainland transforms agricultural waste into intricate art, bridging the gap between ancient tradition and environmental sustainability.
A generational legacy unfolds in Xinjiang’s Gurbantunggut Desert as a veteran ranger passes his life’s work of combating desertification to his daughter.
Explore the precision and wisdom of Yongchun White Crane, a traditional martial art from Fujian that emphasizes subtle movement and control.
The Czech Republic made history in Nanjing, defeating China for the first time in international competition during the VNL opener.
Boten Station begins its first major capacity expansion on the Lao section of the China-Laos Railway, aiming to increase freight clearance capacity by over 10%.
Spain finalizes its 26-man squad and gears up for the FIFA World Cup, starting with a friendly against Iraq and eyeing a June 15 opener against Cape Verde.
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith visited Anji County in Zhejiang Province to study China’s green development practices and sustainable eco-tourism models.