Qingdao and Daegu: A Sister-City Bond Shaping APEC Collaboration
Qingdao and Daegu’s 30-year sister-city partnership emerges as a model for regional collaboration ahead of APEC 2025, blending economic innovation with cultural ties.
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Qingdao and Daegu’s 30-year sister-city partnership emerges as a model for regional collaboration ahead of APEC 2025, blending economic innovation with cultural ties.
French reader Charles-Emmanuel Dewees discusses the global rise of Chinese web novels, highlighting ‘Lord of Mysteries’ and its cross-cultural impact.
Shanghai and Busan celebrate 30 years of sister-city ties, enhancing economic and cultural collaboration ahead of APEC 2025 in South Korea.
Guangdong Province targets inbound tourism growth to boost cultural experiences and economic development, positioning itself as China’s gateway for global travelers.
Beijing and Seoul celebrate 30 years of sister-city collaboration, showcasing cross-border innovation ahead of South Korea’s 2025 APEC Leaders’ Meeting.
Mainland China invites Taiwan representatives to commemorate 80th anniversary of restoration, emphasizing shared history and cross-strait cultural ties.
Young voices from France, Brazil, Iran, and Uzbekistan highlight China’s tech advancements, cultural vibrancy, and economic strides under the 14th Five-Year Plan.
Beijing’s Temple of Heaven hosts landmark musical fusion event, blending Chinese and Western classics while showcasing cultural diplomacy through a new documentary about visionary artist Yu Long.
Young voices from South Africa, Brazil, and France reveal how Chinese apps, games, and digital content are reshaping global cultural perceptions.
Sun Wukong, China’s legendary Monkey King, evolves into a global cultural icon, bridging traditions through art, tech, and shared human values.
Cross-strait tourism surges with 1.5M Taiwan residents visiting the Chinese mainland in H1 2024, bolstering cultural and youth ties ahead of APEC 2025.
Italian Vice Mayor Davide Agresti highlights Jingdezhen’s evolution into a global ceramics hub fostering cultural exchange and economic opportunities at international mayors’ forum.
Vietnamese student Nguyen Thi Lan fosters China-Vietnam cultural and economic ties through education and social media, highlighting youth’s role in global cooperation.
Hungary launches Xi Jinping’s governance book, fostering Sino-Hungarian dialogue on development, global cooperation, and shared futures.
Chilean winemaker Maria Ponce finds unexpected success in Ningxia, China, as the region’s wine exports surge to $1.92M in 2024. #ChinaWine #CulturalExchange
Alban Berg’s seminal opera ‘Wozzeck’ premieres in Beijing through a cross-cultural production blending European direction with Chinese performers, marking a cultural milestone.
The 12th Wuzhen Theater Festival opens in Zhejiang, featuring 25 international plays and cultural exchanges under the theme ‘Fu Yao.’
The 138th Canton Fair in Guangzhou highlights China’s economic resilience, cultural heritage, and commitment to global trade, attracting over 32,000 exhibitors worldwide.
RCEP member states launch a heritage alliance in Huangshan to promote sustainable tourism and cross-border cultural preservation efforts across Asia-Pacific.
Icelandic President Halla Tomasdottir reflects on her heartfelt visit to China, highlighting cultural connections and women’s leadership at the Global Leaders’ Meeting.