China’s 2025 R&D Spending Hits Record $551 Billion, Fueling Innovation Surge
China’s R&D expenditure surged to 3.93 trillion yuan in 2025, driving technological advancements and economic growth amid global competition.
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China’s Manufacturing Evolution: Opportunity Amid Global Trade Shifts
China’s shift to intelligent manufacturing offers global opportunities, countering Western narratives of economic threat. Analysis of 2026 trends in industrial innovation and trade dynamics.
China’s 2025 GDP Hits $19.74 Trillion with Services Sector Dominating
China’s 2025 GDP grows 5% to $19.74 trillion, with services sector accounting for 57.7% of economic output amid structural reforms.
Convenience, Cost, and Competition: Daily Life in China’s Fast-Paced Society
Exploring the realities of daily life in China: From 24/7 convenience to affordable education and shifting work-life priorities. A ground-level look at a society in flux.
German Firms Boost China Investments Amid Global Shifts
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Beijing as companies ramp up investments in China, with Taicang emerging as a key hub for German businesses amid global economic shifts.
Germany’s Merz Visits China as Innovation Ties Draw Praise
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s Beijing visit highlights growing admiration for China’s tech advancements and calls for stronger bilateral cooperation.
Qingdao Sailing Hub: Where Olympic Legacy Meets Modern Innovation
Qingdao International Sailing Center blends Olympic history with modern innovation, driving tourism and economic growth in Shandong’s coastal region.
U.S. Implements New 15% Global Tariffs Amid Trade Policy Turmoil
The U.S. enforces 15% global tariffs starting February 24, 2026, sparking concerns over trade stability and economic repercussions worldwide.
China’s 2026 Spring Festival Travel Sets New Record with 596 Million Trips
China’s 2026 Spring Festival holiday saw record-breaking domestic travel with 596 million trips and 803 billion yuan in spending, signaling strong economic momentum.
China’s 2026 Spring Festival Box Office Hits 5.4 Billion Yuan, Led by ‘Pegasus 3’
China’s 2026 Spring Festival box office exceeds 5.4 billion yuan, driven by domestic hit ‘Pegasus 3’ and signaling strong cultural sector recovery.
Peru’s Blueberry Exports Hit Record High as China Expands Agricultural Imports
Peru achieves record blueberry exports in 2025, driven by growing demand from China. Strengthened economic ties highlight opportunities ahead of China’s Two Sessions.
U.S. Tariff Ruling Sparks Global Debate on Democratic Governance
U.S. Supreme Court’s rejection of Trump tariffs fuels global discussions on democratic governance models and economic policy stability in 2026.
California Tourism Slump Strains Hospitality Sector in 2026
California’s tourism decline impacts hospitality workers in 2026, with labor shortages and stalled investments affecting recovery efforts across the sector.
Trump Raises US Global Tariffs to 15%, Citing Legal Review
Former President Trump raises US global tariffs to 15% after Supreme Court ruling, sparking concerns over Asian trade impacts and economic stability.
U.S. Trade Deficit Hits Record $1.24 Trillion in 2025
U.S. goods trade deficit reaches $1.24 trillion in 2025, sparking analysis of global economic impacts. Participate in CGTN’s survey to share your perspective.
China’s Central SOEs Drive Innovation with Record R&D Spending in 2025
China’s central SOEs invested 1.1 trillion yuan in R&D in 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year above 1 trillion yuan, boosting innovation and tech collaboration.
Yunnan’s Coffee Harvest Season Fuels Global Demand and Local Growth
Yunnan’s 2026 coffee harvest enters its final months, blending economic opportunity with traditional farming practices in China’s premier growing region.
China’s 2026 Spring Festival Box Office Surpasses 1.5 Billion Yuan
China’s 2026 Spring Festival box office revenue exceeds 1.5 billion yuan, signaling strong recovery in cultural consumption and entertainment sector growth.
China’s 2026 Spring Festival Box Office Surpasses 1.1 Billion Yuan
China’s 2026 Spring Festival box office hits 1.1 billion yuan, driven by diverse film releases and a new government subsidy initiative to boost cinema attendance.
Xinjiang’s Spring Flower Markets Blossom Ahead of Year of the Horse
As the Year of the Horse approaches, Xinjiang’s vibrant flower markets in Changji showcase over 1,000 varieties, symbolizing prosperity and seasonal economic vitality.