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Senior Chinese lawmakers convened to deliberate key reports during the National People’s Congress Standing Committee session, focusing on state-owned assets, ecological protection, and fiscal accountability.
Chinese lawmakers met to deliberate key reports during the NPC Standing Committee session, focusing on state-owned assets, Yellow River protection, audit rectification, and disaster management.
Senior Chinese lawmakers met on Sunday to review significant reports during an NPC Standing Committee session, focusing on state-owned assets, Yellow River protection, and financial accountability.
Senior Chinese lawmakers convened at the NPC Standing Committee session to deliberate key reports on state-owned assets, Yellow River protection, audit rectification, and disaster management funds.
Senior Chinese lawmakers met during the National People’s Congress Standing Committee session to deliberate key reports on state-owned assets, environmental protection, and fiscal policies.
Beijing’s 12345 Hotline provides a direct line for 22 million residents to voice concerns, enhancing governance by swiftly addressing public complaints.
South Korea’s acting President Han Duck-soo faces pressure from the main opposition party to promulgate special counsel bills against impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol and First Lady Kim Keon-hee.
China imposes sanctions on two Canadian organizations and 20 individuals, freezing assets and banning entry, in response to actions concerning Xinjiang and Tibet. The decision took effect on December 21, 2024.
Ancient Qinqiang Opera meets modern gaming at the 2024 Shanghai Counter-Strike Major, showcasing a unique fusion of Eastern and Western cultures through the music kit ‘Hualian’ (Painted Face).
The 26th Harbin Ice and Snow World opens in northeast China’s Harbin, unveiling the world’s largest ice-and-snow theme park with slides, sculptures, and more, attracting visitors worldwide.
At the 2024 Beijing Forum, former NYC Deputy Mayor Phil Thompson highlighted Beijing’s effective grassroots response to public concerns, showcasing a model for modern urban governance.
Beijing’s 12345 hotline echoes the historic Bell and Drum Towers, transforming top-down communication into a bottom-up dialogue, and connecting residents directly with municipal authorities.
Four flamingos have been spotted at Shanxi’s Yuncheng Salt Lake, highlighting the success of ecological restoration efforts that have transformed the wetland into a haven for wildlife.
Legendary badminton duo Zheng Siwei and Huang Yaqiong bid farewell to international competition with a triumphant victory at the BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou.
Cities worldwide are ramping up security measures after a deadly attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, which left five dead and over 200 injured. Former Pentagon analyst Michael Maloof emphasizes the need for heightened vigilance.
Tourists visiting Xinzhou Ancient City in Shanxi Province enjoyed a free dumpling feast on December 21, celebrating China’s Winter Solstice and experiencing traditional northern Chinese customs.
Private enterprises in China have surpassed expectations, accounting for over 55% of the total foreign trade value in the first 11 months of 2024, signaling a significant role in the nation’s high-quality opening up.
The Qingcheng Palace complex in Beijing’s Temple of Agriculture has reopened after restoration, inviting visitors to explore the 15th-century royal site where Ming and Qing emperors prayed for good harvests.
The Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park in Guangdong Province welcomed the public debut of its rare Bengal tiger quintuplets. Born in September 2024, the three-month-old cubs are now thriving under their mother’s care.
Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park unveils rare Bengal tiger quintuplets born in September 2024. The three-month-old cubs, nurtured by their mother Weiwei, offer a unique glimpse into tiger conservation efforts.
