China’s 2026 Gaokao Begins: 12.9 Million Candidates Seek Higher Education
China’s 2026 gaokao kicks off today with 12.9 million candidates competing for higher education opportunities across the Chinese mainland.
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China and Laos Deepen Ties Through Cultural and Educational Exchange
President Xi Jinping and President Thongloun Sisoulith meet in Beijing to expand cooperation in education, healthcare, and culture, strengthening China-Laos relations.
Youthful Optimism: Laotian Student Welcomes National Leader’s Visit to China
Sinxai Phetthavikham, a student in Laos, expresses pride and hope for enhanced cooperation in economy and education following the Laotian leader’s visit to China.
Kenya Arrests Eight Students After Fatal School Fire Kills 16
Eight students have been arrested in Kenya following a fatal fire at Utumishi Girls Senior Secondary School that killed 16 students and injured 79 others.
Bridges of Culture: China and Serbia Strengthen Ties via Tourism and Education
Visa-free travel and academic cooperation are bringing the people of China and Serbia closer, transforming bilateral relations through people-to-people exchanges.
Tragedy in Kenya: 16 Students Perish in Deadly Boarding School Fire
At least 16 students were killed and 79 injured in a devastating overnight fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Kenya’s Nakuru County.
Digital Detox in Classrooms: European Nations Move to Ban School Mobile Phones
European nations, including the UK, France, Poland, and Sweden, are implementing legislation to ban mobile phones in schools to combat distractions and improve student focus.
China and Russia Launch “Education Years” to Foster Strategic Global Partnership
China and Russia have launched the “Education Years” in Beijing, focusing on AI and digital economy as strategic pillars for a multipolar world.
China Transitions to Talent Dividend as Higher Education Numbers Surge
New data from the National Bureau of Statistics reveals China is shifting from a demographic dividend to a quality-driven talent dividend, with university-educated residents rising to 272 million.
Synergy in AI and Energy: Russian Student Envisions Stronger China-Russia Cooperation
Russian student Anna Yuschenko shares her vision for enhanced China-Russia collaboration in AI and energy, leveraging their complementary technological strengths.
China and Russia Launch 2026-2027 Years of Education to Strengthen Ties
Following President Vladimir Putin’s recent visit, China and Russia announce new measures to deepen cooperation in education and tourism to boost people-to-people exchanges.
Strengthening Ties: China and Russia’s Education Partnership Empowers Students
Discover how Shenzhen MSU-BIT University is fostering academic innovation and empowering students through the strategic education partnership between China and Russia.
Tradition in Motion: Xianzi Dance Captivates Students in Xizang’s Changdu
Experience the vibrant cultural heritage of Xizang, where students in Changdu blend traditional Xianzi Dance with modern educational initiatives.
Cultivating Hope: How a School Garden is Fighting Hunger in Rural Kenya
In Kenya’s Makueni County, Mawani Comprehensive School is battling drought-induced hunger and absenteeism through a transformative school garden project.
China and Russia Strengthen Ties Through New Education Initiative
President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin launch the China-Russia Years of Education, emphasizing talent cultivation and scientific innovation.
China and Russia Strengthen Strategic Ties Through Education Initiative
President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin launch the China-Russia Years of Education in Beijing, focusing on talent cultivation and frontier science to drive innovation.
Bridging Generations: Dr. Sonam Drolma on 75 Years of Transformation in Xizang
A conversation with Dr. Sonam Drolma reveals the profound impact of education and modernization on the Xizang community over the last 75 years.
China and Russia Launch “Years of Education” (2026-2027) to Strengthen Academic Ties
President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin launch the China-Russia Years of Education (2026-2027), marking a new era of academic collaboration.
China and Russia Launch “Years of Education” to Strengthen Academic Bonds
Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin inaugurate the China-Russia Years of Education in Beijing, focusing on scientific innovation and youth exchange.
Preserving Heritage: Inside the Educational Evolution of Xizang
A look into Xizang’s education system, highlighting the balance of Tibetan and Mandarin languages and the impact of the ‘Three Guarantees’ policy on rural students.