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我们读范仲淹“浊酒一杯家万里，燕然未勒归无计”，感受其戍边艰辛；看《杨家将》浴血抗辽、狄青征讨西夏，知其惨烈。但支撑前线“金戈铁马”的巨额军费从何而来？答案之一，竟藏在北宋皇家养象所的“门票”里！



当市民花几个铜板，争相围观东南亚进贡的珍稀大象表演跪拜、吼叫、驮人时，门票收入正涓涓流入国库。这些本该只在皇家典礼上露脸的“祥瑞”，被逼转型“卖艺”，成了特殊的“筹款大使”。


一边是边疆烽火与财政重压，一边是皇家动物园里的萌兽“营业”，北宋朝廷在困局中展现的务实与灵活，尽显于此。



仪仗以外的“副业”

御象的商业化表演


北宋皇家仪仗队中，来自东南亚的巨象可以说是皇家威严的象征。这些由占城、真腊等东南亚国家进贡的“祥瑞”大象，专司重大典礼仪仗。在宋朝隆重的典礼——南郊祭天大礼上，驯象的地位十分突出，戏分较重。在北宋熙宁六年（1073）的郊祀之前，宋神宗专门诏颁《南郊教象仪制》：


“所用转光旗十五，铜沙罗一，鼓十，乘骑人七，簇引旗鼓人三十一。排引日，选驯象六，在六引之前，行中道，分左右，各备鞍、莲花座、紫罗绣鞔、蕉盘、钤铎、杏叶络头。一人骑，四人簇引，并花脚乌巾、乘徘绝青樱桃锦络缝四衣，涂金双鹿带。一内侍押象，绣衣执挝。”


仪仗中有六象，另备用一象，称“副象”。围绕六象的有旗帜、锣鼓器乐，每象一人骑乘，四人在前引导，另有宦官一人穿绣衣执兵械担任主管。辽宁博物馆藏“北宋卤簿钟”上，即有驯象仪仗的图像。这意味着，作为仪仗的驯象队伍，本身还有一套仪仗，其中仅人员至少就有三十九人。而且单独制定、皇帝亲自颁布《南郊教象仪制》，其在典礼中的作用之大、地位之高可想而知。类似情况为后代继承，一直延续到清朝。



但御象在担任皇家仪仗队的职责以外，其实也进行专门的娱乐表演，甚至收取相应的门票收入。北宋熙宁五年（1072）十月七日，一位名叫成寻的日本僧人，路过应天府养象所时，观看驯象表演，载入日记：


到象厩。一屋有三头象，东一屋有四头象。先见三头象，有饲象人教象，有外国僧等来见，可拜。第一象屈后二足，垂头拜踞。次教可称诺由，即出气、出声。高一丈二尺许，长一丈六尺许，鼻长六尺许，牙长七尺，曲向上，以鼻卷取刍食之。象师与钱五十文了。望第二象所，象师又乞钱，五文与了。拜诺同前，高一丈，长一丈三尺，有牙。次至第三象所，高长同第一象，拜诺同前，与钱同前。三象皆男象也。至四头屋，第一象高长同前，第一象拜诺、与钱同前，女象也。有左牙，一尺五寸许，右无牙。第二象无女象牙，拜诺、与钱如前。第三象，牡象也。高一丈三尺，长一丈七尺许，屈四足拜诺，声极高，人人大惊，三声出之，与钱同前。第四象，牡象也。与钱五文。后象师从牙登顶上，举牙，令登人，是希有事也。高一丈四尺许，长一丈八尺许，屈后二足，拜诺同前。皆黑象也。后二足付绳系也。


这七头驯象，日常为游客表演跪拜、唱喏、象牙载人等节目，均为有偿演出。成寻一行总共付费七次，大概是入场费五十文，每表演一次再交五文，凡六次三十文，共八十文钱。朝廷养象所显然又是皇家动物园和马戏团，毕竟充当仪仗的时间有限，有条件在大部分业余时间内通过表演赚钱。而且，这些大象是按照性别分屋饲养，例如“三头屋”为雄象、“四头屋”含雌象，可以看出宋人对大象的科学管理。


这种让尊贵的皇家仪仗象“屈尊”卖艺的做法，背后是北宋王朝沉重的财政包袱——“三冗”（冗兵、冗官、冗费）。庞大的军费、高昂的官俸、沉重的岁币，让国库常年吃紧。同时，传统的田赋、专卖收入捉襟见肘，朝廷必须绞尽脑汁开源。



这种将皇家象征转化为商业资源的做法，可以说是北宋朝廷在财政压力下的一种尝试。随着疆域收缩和战事频发，传统的赋税收入难以填补军费窟窿，统治者不得不将目光投向皇家资产的“闲置价值”。养象所的日常开销本就由国库承担，而让大象在非仪仗时段进行表演，既能增加收入以补贴财政，又能让这些珍稀动物发挥额外作用，可谓一举两得。这种“以象创收”的模式，在当时或许面临着一些关于皇家体面的争议，但从实际效果来看，确为朝廷开辟了一条新的财源，也让普通市民有机会近距离接触到原本遥不可及的皇家“祥瑞”，在一定程度上拉近了皇家与民间的距离。而这种务实的经济思维，也为后来南宋时期皇家园林等资源的商业化利用提供了早期的借鉴。


动物园创收

玉津园与公共开放的财政潜力


宋人，除了可以在应天府养象所看到贡象的娱乐表演外，还可以在“动物园”定期参观它们以及其他奇珍异兽。以东京玉津园为例，作为著名的动物园，东京玉津园饲养着犀牛、孔雀、驯象等动物。据《玉海》载：


“（北宋）乾德五年八月，有象自岭南来，至都城外获之。其后吴越、广南、交州继献驯象四十五头，于南熏门外玉津园东北置养象所，作驯象旗。”


乾德五年（967），一头野生象从岭南北迁至北宋都城开封，被官方捕获。吴越、广南、交州等南方政权为示臣服，接连进贡45头驯象，显示北宋对南方的政治影响力。朝廷在南薰门外的玉津园东北处设立了养象所，并创制了用于仪仗的旗帜“驯象旗”。



北宋大中祥符五年（1012），宋真宗正式下诏：


“诏诸国狮子、驯象、奇兽列于外苑，谕群臣就苑中游宴。”


玉津园就变成了汇集诸国狮子、大象、灵犀等海外奇兽的皇家宠物乐园。而且每年三四月份，玉津园还对所有人开放，洪迈《夷坚志》写道：


“大观中，宿州士人钱君兄弟游上庠。方春月，待试，因休暇出游玉津园。”


钱君兄弟还在待试，暂无功名在身，此时应当是一般的市民身份，可见宋代平民也可以到玉津园内观赏这些奇珍异兽，这些大象、狮子就成了大宋百姓也可以参观的“宠物”，与此同时，玉津园也从皇家兽苑转向公共空间。


如果只是说到饲养各种奇珍动物的皇家园林，实际上可以追溯到商朝，商纣建造的沙丘苑台、周文王修建的灵囿等园林。但是，宋代“玉津园”有别于前者的一点，则是前面提到的，它在每年三四月份会对所有人开放，其中体现的“公共性”与我们现在所提到的“动物园”更有相似之处，在某种意义上，宋代“玉津园”已经具备现代动物园的雏形。



其实，包括“玉津园”在内的宋代园林，无论是皇家园林还是私人园林，都有对市民开放的传统，这使得宋代园林从某种程度上成了宋代市民的“公园”。每年三月，春暖花开时节，各个私家园林打开院门迎接往来市民游玩，史料记载，司马光的独乐园是时人春游必到之处，看园的园丁曾将收得门票钱数千交予司马光，司马光坚辞不受。除了私家园林，每年皇家园林也会开园供市民游玩，如金明池、琼林苑、玉津园等。据《东京梦华录》卷七记载：


“三月一日，州西顺天门外开金明池、球林苑，每日教习车驾上池仪范，虽禁从，士庶许纵赏，御史台有榜不得弹劾。”



虽然史料中未明确记载玉津园收取门票的具体数额，但从私家园林如独乐园园丁能收得数千门票钱来看，皇家园林凭借其珍稀的动物资源和独特的皇家背景，在开放期间所产生的经济效益应该不容小觑。市民入园观赏奇珍异兽，除了可能直接支付的“入园费”，园内或许还存在售卖饮食、玩具等周边商品的摊位，这些收入也能为朝廷带来额外的财政补充。例如南宋临安预演象仪时：


“又命象院教前导朱旗，以二金三鼓为节，各有幞头紫衣蛮奴乘之，手执短钁，旋转跪起，悉如人意。” ——《武林旧事》


“御街观者如堵。市井扑卖土木粉捏妆彩小象儿，并纸画者，外郡人市去，为土宜遗送。” ——《梦粱录》


两地的商人们利用这个商机，开发销售彩塑小象或驯象图画，作为都城的特产被外地游客买走，当作礼品馈送亲友。


这种将皇家禁地适度向公众开放并从中获取收益的方式，打破了以往皇家资源的封闭性，属于北宋朝廷有别于前朝的一种创新尝试。这种做法与御象的商业化表演一脉相承，都是在财政重压下，对皇家资源进行商业化开发的具体体现，共同构成了北宋朝廷独特的“经济智慧”。



参考资料：

《宋史》

《宋会要辑稿》

袁一堂：《论北宋中期的财政危机》，《史学月刊》，1990年第3期。

菅明军：《北宋中期的财政危机及其振兴之道》，《中州今古》，1994年第1期。

王德利：《宋代的玉津园》，《黄河科技大学学报》，2012年第5期。

王风扬：《宋人动物饲养与休闲生活》，华东师范大学硕士学位论文，2014年4月25日。

程民生：《宋代大象的自然与社会生态》，《中原文化研究》，2021年5月14日。


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哦，那必然是

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康熙他八儿子·雍正他八弟·八阿哥·贤得是时候·廉亲王·胤禩。

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根据不完全统计，他前前后后魅惑过的人有：

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一、亲兄弟若干1.大阿哥胤褆

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大阿哥是个能从传教士骂到亲伯父的无敌超雄，脑子不好使但极其暴躁。

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——然而老八却能跟他关系还可以。

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允禔在诸兄弟中与允禩关系较好，或许因为允禩曾被交给允禔的生母惠妃抚养过一段时间，且是康熙诸子中少见的外表柔善、谦逊之人，肯于在允禔面前做小伏低，能够和刚猛傲慢的长兄和睦。
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大阿哥这个人，他：

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幻想跟传教士 SM，把传教士吓晕：

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杜德美神父与皇子在一起时，（大）皇子对他说：“把刘应神父叫来，用鞭子好好教训他一顿，然后把他流放到鞑靼荒野去，这主意不错吧？”
when Fr. Jartoux was with the Prince, the Prince said to him: “Wouldn’t it be a good idea to summon Fr. Visdelou here, punish him with a beating, and consign him to the wilds of Tartary?”
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跟着亲伯父上战场，把亲伯父气晕：

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允禔首次出战准噶尔，身份是副将军，当时的三军主帅是他的亲伯父裕亲王福全。……可惜，允禔此行，不但未见结交什么可靠之人为生死袍泽，反而和秉性忠厚老实的伯父闹了很大矛盾：
康熙二十九年七月出兵，不到一个月，就和裕亲王“不相和谐，妄生事端”，并且“私行陈奏”，就是背地里向父皇告伯父的黑状。幸而康熙帝行事公正，并不偏信儿子，得知情况后，不顾自己丢脸，将允禔强行撤回北京，事后又百般弥合，才避免伯侄二人的矛盾完全公开化。
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跟亲妈的关系，也有点微妙：

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康熙就曾评价大阿哥胤禔“气质暴戾”，而大阿哥的母亲惠妃也曾向康熙哭诉，奏其“不孝，请置之于法”。
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结果他被爸爸痛骂不能当太子后，小伙顶着这么多不爽，大喝一声：

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我当不了那就让老八当啊！

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一废太子之后，本来在诸皇子中处于有利地位的允禔，把自己的愚昧粗狂表现得淋漓尽致。这不能不让人想起满洲政权尚在关外时的那些场景：皇太极去世后，合法性最强的皇子豪格与实力最强的皇弟多尔衮争夺大位，多尔衮假意推托谦让，母弟多铎却看着着急，当众断喝：你不当我当！允禔这一手“我当不了让老八当”，和多铎真有异曲同工之粗豪，关外遗风毕见。
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2.七阿哥胤祐

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到了雍正初年，胤禩还能哄得他七哥帮他打报告哩。

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给雍正气完了，说：

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“现在廉亲王处处学我！但凡有什么事能占便宜、钻空子，他就必然唆使允祐、允禟、允禵提出来，从中捞取好处，自己则充好人！比如允祐[1]，他都是什么时候分府的老户了，还要照此找补，这是什么体统？”

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兹廉王凡事必仿于朕，以朕为齐，凡有便宜事或稍许疏漏之事，必唆使淳王、贝子允禟、允禵提出，以捞取之，伊自己权充好人。虽为清廉王[1]，但系何时分府的老户，亦要照此找补，成何体统？
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哦，八阿哥可太魅魔……哦不对，太坏了！

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3.九阿哥胤禟

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同生共死的阿其那与塞思黑，关系自不必说。

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在胤禟的管家秦道然眼里，八阿哥简直就像是当着管账正宫的面操控杀猪盘骗钱的绿茶捞男。

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再八爷说自己穷，要九爷吩咐满丕帮盘缠，满丕应了，送了一万两，这是八爷的巧取处。
允禩也晓得允禟是庸才，其所以与他厚结的缘故，不过为他肯替允禩使钱，要借他钱财，收拾些人心，允禩每访得九流术士中有些异样的，便令心腹人招至家中，藏之密室，到打发出去的时节，便叫允禟送他银子，或一百两或二百两不等。这种人也多得紧，我时常听见送银子到允禩家里去的人向我说，所以我得知道。至于给的是什么人，我实不曾知道。
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我老公的钱啊！怎么给了你这种人！

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这都是我老公辛辛苦苦赚来的啊！！！
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到现在知乎里还有胤禟是不是被胤禩 PUA 了的问题。

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嗯，秦道然一定很想答。

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4.十阿哥胤䄉

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十阿哥的生母钮祜禄氏，是辅政大臣遏必隆之女、康熙帝继后孝昭仁皇后的亲妹妹。

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在康熙的众多皇子中，从生母地位上看，十阿哥仅次于太子，居于第二；

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而从外戚门第、势力上看，恐怕还要比太子更高一些。

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然而这样一个高贵的（？）阿哥，照样像个甜狗一样围着八哥转，被八哥蛊得晕头转向。

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还说什么：八阿哥，你是我们的主子，你可要多多照顾我们啊！

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我与塞思黑、允禵同向阿其那云：尔乃我等之主，后日须怜㸔我等。阿其那闭一目而笑。
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5.十四阿哥胤祯

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十四阿哥胤祯，跟雍正同个妈，是雍正铁打的同母亲弟弟。

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他从康熙四十七年开始，就像条甜狗一样跟着他八哥，观之十分震撼。

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在康熙锁拿允禩的时候，胤祯积极为胤禩辩护。

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老父亲气得要死，拔刀而出，差点将亲儿子当场手刃。

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康熙四十七年。九月。
壬寅。上召诸皇子入乾清宫。谕曰当废允礽之时。朕已有上□日诸阿哥中如有钻营谋为皇太子者即国之贼。法断不容。废皇太子后。允禔曾奏称允禩好。春秋之义人臣无将将则必诛。大宝岂人可妄行窥伺者耶。允禩柔奸性成、妄蓄大志朕素所深知。其党羽早相要结谋害允礽。今其事皆已败露。著将允禩锁拏交与议政处审理。皇九子允禟语皇十四子允禵云，尔我此时不言何待。允禵奏云：八阿哥无此心，臣等愿保之。上震怒。出所佩刀欲诛允禵。皇五子允祺跪抱劝止。诸皇子叩首恳求。上怒少解。命诸皇子挞允禵。将允禟、允禵逐出。　
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可怜的胤祯被兄弟们打了二十大板，被老爹轰出宫去，他依旧不改。

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甚至自负枷锁、身怀毒药，要是有什么不测，就要和八哥一块去死。

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被轰出宫去之后，允禵还不罢休，准备相约众皇子一起为允禩保奏。他还让人准备了一副枷锁，跟在被锁起来的允禩身后，以示共患难之意；甚至随身携带毒药，直到允禩被释放之日，才当众取出扔掉。
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康熙都服了，直接把他踢出宫去分府，本来皇子分配府邸会有的头一年支给食物待遇都不好。

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康熙朝惯例，阿哥分府的第一年由宫里支给食物，第二年开始靠自己。十四分府时父子关系紧张，待遇就不太好，后来出兵时关系逆转，颇受关爱，就主动要求支食物。
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他反倒自豪起来了，把自己拿命来保八阿哥这件事到处跟兄弟们说。

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胤禩也乐呵呵地答：多亏我的几个弟弟了。

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因有令阿其那相面之事，为圣祖皇帝治罪。时允禵将舍命完结之事，常常告诉臣等。阿其那亦曾告诉：当获罪时，因诸弟之帮助而受益。
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别的兄弟来看望他，要是刚刚好胤禩在，就看见他对胤禩处处照顾，让别人直呼恶俗。

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臣去允禵府第，遇有阿奇那在时，允禵对阿奇那照样行动照管者，迂俗可厌，连跟随阿奇那之太监皆格外照管。
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康熙不给他随驾，他死活偏要去，还三番两次奏请，就是要跟着去。

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康熙服了，说：看你这要死要活的劲，哪是想跟着我啊，你就是想跟着你八哥。

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皇考駕幸熱河，特㫖命允禩不論班行走，衆阿哥分為三班行走，而允禵乃抵死欲去，屢次奏請，奉皇考諭㫖：觀爾抵死欲去之意，豈欲隨朕，亦不過欲隨八阿哥去耳。後輪至第三班，特㫖令其停止，乃仍不肯遵，畢竟隨去。
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不得不说康熙说得太对了，胤祯就是想跟着他八哥。

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下次换成八阿哥在京城，他被爸爸带出去，他立刻就又不走了。

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康熙发难胤禩的时候，他跟胤禩说“我们要死就一起死”。

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圣祖皇帝幸冬狩时，执阿其那之侍卫太监，将阿其那遣返时，允禵曾告诉臣言，允禵至阿其那处言称：我等死则一起死。等语。
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康熙不给别人去见胤禩，他偷偷去不说，还要帮别人打招呼，别人说要是被康熙听见了对谁都不好啊，他嘿嘿一笑说：是啊！

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奉圣祖皇帝谕旨：阿其那惑乱众心，意行甚奸，著逐出不令再见之。钦此。其后，允禵隐瞒圣祖皇帝，仍潜往阿其那处不断。允禵曾传话称，见阿其那时，问臣好。等语。时臣言：虽有亲临问好之意，但圣祖皇帝闻之，对谁都不好。等语。时允禵微笑言：是。
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八阿哥给他写了封信，央求他用手底下某人，他立马就对此人另眼相看了。

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那木札尔称，安王给老爷送一信，云云。我当即拆开来信，内开，吾已央求八阿哥曰：吾门下副都统宗札布，现在军营，请转求十四阿哥，若能照顾，请多关照。八阿哥已央求十四阿哥。云云。自我收到此信之后，观察其情，允禵已另眼看待我。
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四哥的圣旨他不跪，八阿哥出来只说他该跪，他一句话没说，扑通一声跪下了。

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阿其那见众人共议允禵之非。乃向允禵云，汝应下跪。便寂然无声而跪。不遵皇上谕旨。止重阿其那一言。结党背君，公然无忌。
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不仅如此，他俩还直接结为契友了。

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谈论不惜自己互相照顾为大义时，阿其那此辈已互相结为契友。
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《雍正王朝》里他俩塑料得要命，回看历史雍正帝自己给胤祯列的所谓十四项大罪，前三条每条都是几个大字：

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2. 康熙四十八年夏、圣祖仁皇帝避暑口外。恐伊等聚党生事。止令阿其那跟随行走。允禵敝帽故衣。坐小车。装作贩卖之人。私送出口。日则潜踪而随。夜则至阿其那帐房歇宿。密语通霄。踪迹诡异。众所共知者一也。
3. 圣祖仁皇帝知允禵昏愚狂妄。必生事端。因遣往军前。使不得朋匪为恶。而允禵与阿其那、塞思黑、密信往来。曾无间断。机计莫测。众所共知者一也。
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二、亲爹

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别看后面父子二人闹得那么僵，其实八儿子从小把亲爹蛊得不要不要的。

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在亲爹眼里，八阿哥从小开始，就对才艺展示颇有一些天赋。

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二十六年六月，康熙帝带领7 岁的允禩与其他几位较其稍长的皇子，来到皇太子允礽的书房，让他们分别在诸大臣前诵读经书。
允禩等人以次近前，各读数篇，童音朗朗，舒缓纯熟。康熙帝倍感欣慰，诸臣赞叹不已。
是年八月，允禩第一次随康熙帝巡幸塞外，在此次随扈皇子中年龄最小。
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他十二岁时，随着两位哥哥前往山东祭孔，这时又展现了相看马匹的天赋。

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康熙帝舍去较允禩年长的皇五子允祺和皇七子允祐，选派允禩随同两位皇兄前往，自有深意。允禩尚在少年，已具有骑术精湛，善于相马等特长。途中，凡由京城送至马匹，首先由允禩试骑，其后再定是否由允祉、胤禛等骑用。
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亲爹统兵亲征噶尔丹，八阿哥屁颠屁颠跟着出征。

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他们在鄂尔多斯围猎，因猎获野兔极多，康熙甚感惊奇，写信给皇太子，详细描述了打猎的情况。

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谕皇太子：十二日，驻跸宽托洛惠。本设双层围，兔雉丰盛，不可言状。朕四十多岁何处未行，未见如此兔丰。放围无分主仆，唯猎射，并无闲暇，朕殪一百三十八只，大阿哥殪五十九只，三阿哥殪五十五只，八阿哥殪五十只。裕亲王殪二十只，北围殪五只，为极少者。
……十三日驻跸。本两层围猎，雉少，兔与十二日同。自朕躬以下至猎人，前日殪兔力竭，手指皆肿而不能射，朕殪八十三只，大阿哥殪四十一只，三阿哥殪四十三只，八阿哥殪三十九只，打围人共殪一千四百四十二只。未计鄂尔多斯猎人所殪数额，……
十六日驻跸吉格苏泰。设双层围场，雉甚多，兔与前同。朕殪一百二十二只，大阿哥殪五十九只，三阿哥殪五十五只，八阿哥殪五十四只，裕亲王殪二十二只，围场之人殪一千二百十五只。未计蒙古人围猎之数。
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大阿哥、三阿哥都是骑射功夫极好的皇子。

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大阿哥才七岁，就能射中老虎。

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康熙十八年年底，玄烨在南苑行围，“纵虎出圈，命众驱逐，皇第五子保清（大阿哥乳名）亲射，中之”。保清即皇长子胤禔，当时也只有 7 周岁。这样年幼的孩子追射凶猛异常的老虎，尽管旁边有人保护，也要冒很大危险，足见玄烨在培养儿子方面，具有不同一般为父之人的胆魄。
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不同于刻板印象里的书呆子，三阿哥的骑射，甚至还要好过大阿哥。

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皇三子胤祉的弓箭和枪法，还要超过他的两位兄长，无论参加行围或较射，他往往是命中率最高的射手之一。据马国贤神甫回忆，玄烨晚年在热河时，喜欢在围猎之余，“观看他的满洲摔跤手们角斗，也常常命令他的孙子们及其他高级将领在他面前进行较射。有时，他甚至加入与他的第三个儿子(胤祉)比赛的行列，因为这个儿子的箭法几乎同他父亲一样好”。
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从胤禩所射兔的数量与大阿哥、三阿哥几乎相同可见，胤禩的骑射功夫也十分不错。

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而最使胤禩从诸位阿哥中脱颖而出，成为亲爹爱子的，则是他出类拔萃的管理能力。

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三十五年二月，康熙帝第一次亲征噶尔丹。15 岁的胤禩，在 6 位随征皇子中年龄最小。

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亲征期间，他跟随康熙帝身边，奉命管理火器营，并得到了父亲的“嘉美诗”。

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戎行亲莅制机宜，栉沐风霜总不辞，随侍晨昏依帐殿，焦劳情事尔应知。
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“你早晚都在我的营帐边随侍左右，

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我为国事的焦虑与辛劳，你应当最能理解呀。”

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是年九月份，康熙帝第二次亲征噶尔丹，从第一次随征的 6 位皇子中挑选 3 人带往。

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四阿哥、五阿哥、七阿哥落选，大阿哥、三阿哥和八阿哥再次随征。

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足以见得，胤禩的表现，给康熙留下了深刻印象。

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我儿子真好。
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他受封贝勒，以及大阿哥、三阿哥受封郡王，都是因为三人在随驾亲征噶尔丹的表现，以及平时的印象，都非常不错。

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八阿哥受封贝勒的当年，经康熙帝指婚，娶安亲王岳乐的外孙女郭络罗氏为嫡福晋。

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郭络罗氏母家的背景，可谓非常深厚。她的外公安亲王岳乐，可谓是清朝顺治、康熙年间功勋卓著的名将。顺治帝一度想把皇位传给他，在平定三藩之乱的时候，他更是立下了汉马功劳。

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康熙择选具有如此母家背景之人为儿媳，惟有当他对该子印象甚佳时，方会为之。

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之后八阿哥惹爹生气，爹左忍右忍，终于忍不了了——

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于是把气全撒在了儿媳和她的舅舅们身上。

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允祀素受制于妻，其妻系安郡王岳乐之女所出，安郡王因谄媚辅政大臣，遂得亲王。其妃系索额图之妹，世祖皇帝时记名之女子。其子马尔浑、景熙、吴尔占等，俱系允祀妻之母舅，并不教训允祀之妻，任其嫉妒行恶，是以允祀迄今尚未生子。
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爹：都怪你们不管好我儿媳！

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八福晋：？

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个死老头把我当你们 play 的一环是吧？
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从此以后的十年，胤禩一直受到父皇的宠爱和倚重。

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单单这十年里，他拉过的重要磨就有：

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1.管理广善库，所得成就获得裕亲王的赞赏。

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康熙帝曾让允禩管理广善库。允禩借此机会广结人缘，充分施展才干。康熙帝与其兄裕亲王福全自幼感情笃深，后者逝于四十二年六月。“裕亲王病时，曾以广善库为因，力荐允禩有才有德。”福全的看法对康熙帝会产生一定影响。
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2.他和三阿哥一块审理索额图。

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康熙四十二年，太子党的头号人物索额图被拘禁，康熙皇帝在巡行途中手书密旨，派人连夜交给三阿哥允祉和八阿哥允禩，命他们二人秘密审理索额图，并抓捕其同党。这一年允禩只有二十二岁，能够接受这样重大的政治任务，足见康熙帝对他的信任。
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一废太子的时候，胤禩更是风光无两。

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3.他先是和胤禛一起，被留在京城代理政事——名字居然还在他的四哥前面。

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这在严格遵循长幼尊卑的古代，是意义极其特殊的。

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4.在允礽的乳公凌普被从内务府总管一职撤下后，胤禩不但承担了内务府总管的职责，甚至还负责了查抄凌普。

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康熙四十七年一废太子时，康熙帝命允禩、胤禛二人留京办事，其中允禩署理内务府总管，名字也罕见地被列在了兄长胤禛之前。
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毙鹰事件大家应该都多少有所耳闻。

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八阿哥不听话，给亲爹气完了，大骂：他竟敢还上奏说自己冤枉，他冤枉在哪里？！！！

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伊摺内奏称冤抑。试问伊所谓冤抑者何在。
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但大家估计不太知道：

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康熙还写过一封给家人的信，信中为允禩呈献毙鹰一事开脱。。

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亲爹：我知道他冤枉在哪里。

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三、妈妈们1.养母惠妃

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还是毙鹰事件，还是大家应该不太知道的是：

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毙鹰事件之后，惠妃为了八阿哥，甚至跟康熙大吵一架，吵到外省的督抚都有所耳闻，上奏询问。。

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比如他的养母惠妃，虽然别有亲子允禔，但显然对允禩的关爱更甚。允禔被囚禁时，惠妃“亦奏称其不孝，请置之于法”，无论是真心还是忍痛，毕竟做出了支持康熙帝决策的表态。到康熙五十三年，康熙帝因为“毙鹰事件”痛责允禩，父子之间几乎恩断义绝，而此时的惠妃，或为保护养子起见，与皇帝发生激烈争执，以致外省督抚都有所耳闻。
奴才服思，惠妃主子之事，圣主必是叹恨。然圣主已有年纪，若多烦闷，恐御体必受苦累。——云贵总督郭严奏折
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嗯，养母为了养子跟丈夫大吵一架的含金量……

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后来雍正继位，母妃都要出宫由儿子们赡养。惠妃乐呵呵地就跑到八阿哥家里住了。

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慧妃母妃、乃大阿哥之生母、允禩之慈母也。允禩少時、即為慧妃母妃所撫養。朕因大阿哥獲罪禁鋼。其諸子又少不知事。意欲奉養於允禩之邸。因遣人詢問慧妃母妃。慧妃母妃欣然允從。
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2.全体妈妈们

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在雍正看来，八阿哥甚至还把所有妈妈们都给蛊惑了！

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雍正想死都想不明白为啥自己登基三年母妃没一个来看自己，差人都没差过。

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想了想又把锅推给八阿哥。

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肯定是胤禩的问题！是胤禩让妈妈们都不来看我！

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都是魅魔的问题！

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彼时允祹、酌议诸位母妃移府之礼。允祹议奏内、有朕思念诸位母妃之时、即令入宫相见等语。朕以诸位母妃、岂有召入相见之礼。深责允祹之非。迄今三年以来、诸位母妃、未曾遣人至朕前一问起居。诸位母妃、深居府中、一切皆诸王主持。此必允禩从中阻挠。诸王亦遂观望不前耳。
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四、亲伯父&堂弟

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皇子们唯一的亲伯父，康熙唯一的哥哥，裕亲王福全，也深深受到他八侄子的蛊惑。

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前文提到，在这些侄子中，大阿哥和他这个亲伯父的关系尤为不好。太子胤礽与自己这位宽厚温和，谦虚自持的亲伯父，亦关系不佳。

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而本答中的大魅魔八阿哥，蛊得他力荐“有才有德”、“心性好，不务矜夸”。

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这一份支持，甚至还在一定程度上左右过康熙的决定。

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一废太子期间，玄烨谈到胤禩时说：“…… 乃若八阿哥之为人，诸臣奏称其贤，裕亲王存日亦曾奏言八阿哥心性好，不务矜夸。”有的学者指出，福全去世前，曾向玄烨揭发皇太子胤礽的种种劣迹，同时赞扬胤禩聪明能干，品行端正，建议玄烨立后者为储君。这次谈话后不久，胤礽的主要支持者索额图即被拘禁，看来玄烨已考虑皇兄的建言，认为胤禩 “是可以代替胤礽做皇太子的人选之一。”
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而他的儿子，继承了他的王爵的保泰，也从小与魅魔的关系最为亲昵友好。

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被康熙帝养在宫中、待如亲子的侄儿保泰就和八阿哥允禩关系最好。
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甚至到了雍正初年，保泰还在为了八阿哥和八阿哥的党羽跟雍正作对。

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雍正气完了，骂他小时候教保泰算术，保泰居然不感恩。

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况保泰幼年初在大内行走之时，皇考令朕教习经书算法，率领指示行走。保泰受朕思顾甚深。又伯母之事，伊全家俱赖朕成全。朕藩邸人皆知之也。朕于保泰，所施之恩，伊此生何可负哉？
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五、以妻族为首的一大堆宗室亲戚

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这帮宗室亲戚，对魅魔八阿哥堪称鞍前马后，死活都要跟着八阿哥。

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我啊，现在只想做八王子的狗，做八王子的狗真的是太好了……
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近亲有之前提到的那堆兄弟、亲爹、亲妈养妈其他妈、亲伯父裕亲王福全、亲堂哥裕亲王保泰和堂侄子广宁外，还有亲伯叔恭亲王常宁的后代镇国公满都护；

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魅魔他老婆是安亲王岳乐的亲孙女，从小被外公接到家里养，几个舅舅把她宠上天了，魅魔也沾了喜气，蛊惑得这帮子舅舅乐颠颠地给他当枪使，把复立的太子拉下马。

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五十年八月，托合齐举办党派宴会。过后不久，八福晋的舅舅景熙便乘机上奏，轻飘飘地指控托合齐在“安郡王丧期一周年已过、 二周年未满”的时候，均与官员宴饮，未依例为安郡王服丧, 有悖属人礼制。
托合齐只是在除服后, 于二十七个月丧期内宴饮, 不算什么重罪，更何况康熙一向比较宽厚，这样的罪名不会让托合齐受什么大苦的；但查下去却发现，这次会饮所参加的人大有问题。
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远一点的宗亲，什么八大铁帽子王之一简亲王雅尔江阿和他儿子镇国公永谦、褚英后代贝子苏努与镇国公阿布兰、奉恩辅国公灏善的后代汝福与佛保、贝子鲁宾等等，

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数都数不完的宗亲，都变成了魅魔的狗，魅魔拿牵引绳牵都牵不过来。

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六、传教士

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作为康熙颇为宠信的一小支外国团体，传教士特别喜欢吃瓜，而且经常吃到大瓜。

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在他们口中，八阿哥的画风是这样的：

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正如我所说，皇长子最怕的就是第八子，人们普遍认为他是上天赐给政府的礼物。
As I said, more than any other of his brothers the Prince fearedthe eighth-born son, by common consent a young man who was Heaven's gift to government.
根据皇帝陛下的指令，他向老亲王历数长长一串他的先辈所犯的罪过，他责备老亲王这一支脉的世世代代始终都暗地里和当政的这一支脉作对。当念到老亲王本身的过错时，……详细列举了他当上了旗帅以后所犯的好几个错误，其中有当年已故皇帝废黜皇太子，征求大臣们意见，以图另改选一位亲王时，老亲王投了八阿哥① 的票。
① 即已故皇帝的第八子。所有的大臣们不管是满族还是汉族都赞同他当皇太子，所以，如果说这是一个错误的话，那大家都犯了同一错误。—— 原注
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传教士：根据我们所得信息判断，所有人都忍不住对上天赐给清朝的礼物犯错了。

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七、朝鲜人

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作为明朝的藩属国，朝鲜阴暗地认为清朝就是得位不正。

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于是，在几乎整个康朝，朝鲜都在积极发掘你清药丸的证据：

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康熙坏啊！太坏了！你清药丸！

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康熙天天打猎瞎玩，荒淫无道，你清药丸！
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康熙性情暴躁，你清药丸！
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康熙居然节俭，不可能，肯定是抠门，你清药丸！
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天啊康熙只懂满文，你清药丸！
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什么康熙居然会汉文，你清药丸！
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天啊太子这个德行，你清药丸！
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当然，朝鲜人不傻，知道康熙比较好，只是不肯承认。

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谁喜欢康熙我们孤立谁，因为你清药丸！
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直到雍正上位之后，他们对康熙的风评才好转回来：

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康熙好啊，太好啊，好极了啊！
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在这种情况下，朝鲜人（在康熙本朝）对胤禩的态度居然是：

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皇子们都望之没有人形，但其中皇八子好像好那么一点，也不是说就很好啦，就是好一点。嗯。
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朝鲜人：对不起，我们也对上天赐给清朝的礼物犯错了。

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八、大臣1.康熙朝的大臣

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大臣们被魅魔蛊惑得命都不要了，就跟着皇上对着干。

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康熙朝一废太子的时候，所有人不顾康熙暗示，就是要立八阿哥。

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这样的结果，对在位近五十年，自以为对朝廷局面如臂使指的康熙皇帝会产生怎样的打击，读者自可想见。自己培植、任用的满朝文武，居然为了一个年轻、没有功绩、母家卑微的允禩而揣着明白装糊涂，不惜悖逆自己的圣意，这是多么令人恐惧而且不可思议的事啊！
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康熙急眼了，放弃了所有繁文缛节，就要复立废太子。

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于是就连康熙朝的重臣、老臣，康熙帝的母舅、岳父，“佟半朝”佟国维都因为小小一只魅魔，公然跟康熙开干：

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你一直以来做得很好，但把储君的废立当儿戏，是不是有点离大谱了？咱能不能说话算话？

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皇上办事精明，天下人无不知晓，断无错误之处。此事于圣躬关系甚大，若日后皇上易于措处，祈速赐睿断，或日后难于措处，亦祈速赐睿断，总之将原定主意熟虑施行为善。
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清代校勘学“创始的人”何焯，康熙朝的时候供职于武英殿修书，被康熙指派为八阿哥的伴读。

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何焯这个人刚正耿直，光明磊落，原则强烈，脾气很火爆，一连跟自己的两任老师闹得都很不愉快。

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然而，面对魅魔的攻势，何焯立马堕其术中了，连女儿都送给魅魔一家抚养。

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先生回南路上平安，何日到家？我家内外人等俱好，女先生亦好。先生女儿在此极好，更不必挂怀。
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康熙宠臣李光地，到了康熙朝末期，还在那里：几个王子里面，八阿哥最贤能呀~

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大学士李光地告假回闽，今又奉特旨带病进京，闻系为立储之事诏彼密议，奴才闻知惊心，特于彼处相探，彼云“目下诸王，八王最贤”等语。
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康熙宠臣明珠的儿子揆叙，学问甚好，谨慎敦厚，康熙看着就喜欢，天天念叨，不幸过世得早，于是念叨得更多了，送他谥号“文端”。

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（揆叙）议论识鉴词藻压倒诸人， 朕昔知为满洲第一，今日汉人中亦推第一矣。
掌院下世再欲得如此（揆叙）一人，良不易得。
毕，上又曰： “翰林院学士甚属紧要，自揆叙没后，朕再四思维，并不得称此职之人。必须学问优长，善于钤束，不畏人之人，方好。”
上又曰： “揆叙学问甚好，为人甚是谨慎敦厚，殊属可惜。朕因伊年少，并未当面嘉奖，不特朕惜之，即诸人无有不惜之者。”
大学士马齐奏曰：“揆叙年少老成，不但学问好，九卿及议政之事亦甚好。伊记性远胜臣等，不惟皇上深惜，举朝满汉大臣官员俱为惜之。一闻其没，俱往吊唁。”
内阁学士常鼐奏曰： “揆叙所学不但超出满洲之中，即汉人中亦少。”
上曰：“然。诚为可惜。”
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当然这样一位美好的小伙，他其实也被魅魔轻轻地蛊惑，跟康熙对着干。

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及二阿哥既废。揆叙与廷臣、暗通消息。各人手心俱写一八字。众所共知者一也。
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康熙的宠臣阿灵阿，太师遏必隆第七子，孝昭仁皇后之弟，康熙喜欢极了，时不时送点什么，生病后派御医调治，还命公主做饭赏赐给他。

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阿灵阿去世后，康熙深为可惜，让好几个皇子都给他送灵。

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康熙年间倚重的重臣，“凡一切军机奏议无不恰合上心，一时大臣无有出其右者。圣祖仁皇帝恩遇甚隆，常赐上方动用之件及上亲乘名马。”康熙四十三年，赐御书“崇先裕后”匾额命皇十子胤䄉来悬。康熙五十五年三月，得疾，即遣御医调治，复赐御制药教以调养，康熙又亲占易卦甚吉，特谕晓之，后病稍愈。康熙驾至边外，病之好坏令每日奏闻，不时遣内侍看视。因服药无效，不思饮食，康熙命二公主（固伦荣宪公主）制饭赐之。围内所得狍鹿等鲜物赐之。时有西洋名医奉诏看视。至十月二十一日卒，享年四十七岁。康熙闻之，甚为悼惜，著左翼王贝勒吊唁，遣镶黄旗一旗大臣侍卫至奠茶酒，赐上驷马四匹，银两千两，令分属九佐领官兵俱穿孝服。皇太后（孝惠章皇后）遣首领赐茶饭，妃嫔皆遣首领赐茶奠酒至发引前一日遣首领送灵。发引之日，康熙命皇四子胤禛、皇五子胤祺、皇十子胤䄉，皇十七子胤礼以及镶黄一旗大臣侍卫护送，又命十七阿哥福晋亦送至墓所。追谥敏恪立碑墓上。
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虽然康熙那么宠爱他，但他也被魅魔蛊惑，犯了错。

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康熙五十三年冬、圣祖仁皇帝驻跸遥亭。……圣祖仁皇帝愤怒。严讯伊之护卫、及太监等。朋党奸谋。尽行显露。其太监冯进朝、供称鄂伦岱、阿灵阿、系伊逆党。
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不止他本人，他的儿子也子承父业，被魅魔蛊惑得颠三倒四，官都不做了也要跟皇帝对着干。

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况此奸党之风。如阿灵阿之子阿尔松阿、苏努之子勒什享等、皆继其父志、而奸恶过焉。似此毫无忌惮。父子相承。先后济恶。实为国家之大患。
阿尔松阿往天津料理监务时，甚属明白可嘉，以为可而用之，乃降旨之时，疑欲杀伊，抵死固辞。
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还有更多更多，数不胜数的康朝大臣们，全部都对魅魔八阿哥犯了错，没给爹留下啥人。

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对不起，皇上，你儿子真香。
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2.雍正朝大臣

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雍正朝的大臣更不得了了，别说基本操作之为了维护魅魔跟皇帝对着干了，魅魔都死了，他们心里还装着个魅魔，继续跟皇帝对着干。

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对不起，皇上，你弟弟真香。
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佟国纲的儿子鄂伦岱，仗着自己是皇亲国戚，天王老子来了也不服，上怼康熙雍正两任皇帝，下虐弟弟法海。

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他爸佟国纲[2]被这个儿子气疯了，上奏康熙，要求康熙把这个儿子杀了算数。

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然而，显赫的身份带给鄂伦岱却是刚愎自用，狂傲不羁的性格弱点，就连他的父亲佟国纲都不被他放在眼里。两人是关系极为不佳，经常性的争执，以至于佟国纲不惜上奏康熙“请诛其子”，弄得满堂皆知，佟家颜面无存。
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结果他爸康熙二十九年战死，马革裹尸，为了体恤他家，康熙还是把他爸的爵位承袭给了鄂伦岱。（笑死了）

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康熙二十九年（1690 年），佟国纲在“乌兰布通之战”中死战殉国，鄂伦岱却袭承了佟国纲的一等公的爵位，不知道此时的佟国纲如果泉下有知的话，会不会死不瞑目。
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他弟弟法海出身下贱，是佟国纲的侍婢所生。鄂伦岱十分看不起法海，百般虐待，甚至还不给法海的生母入祖坟。

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面对如此优秀的弟弟，鄂伦岱只是因为他的卑微的出身就对其母子颇为歧视，特别是在佟国纲去世后，鄂伦岱更加的肆无忌惮、任意虐待。甚至在法海的母亲去世后，鄂伦岱还不准其葬入佟家祖坟。这样就使得鄂伦岱与法海这对兄弟之间结下了深仇大恨，从此是老死不相往来。
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康熙拿他当侍卫，他把康熙当表哥。

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好消息：他俩确实是亲戚。

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坏消息：鄂伦岱连他爸都不吊，那么他对表哥的看法是_______？

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答：照样不吊，请安都不请，就在旁边跟别的侍卫射箭玩儿，气得康熙骂他：小兔崽子你是真找死啊？

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信不信我今个代替你爸教训你？
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鄂伦岱选择——？

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答：鄂伦岱选择了无视。

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及在热河皇考圣体违和之时，并未请安一次，其意颇以为快，在热河宫门前每日较射欢笑。其后皇考于行围地方向鄂伦岱云：尔甚无恩情，尔所作之罪不可胜数，实为可杀之人。伊承旨之下毫无畏惧，倨傲如故，亲随侍卫等不胜愤恨，人人髪指，因此皇考愤懑终日。
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康熙气完了，一条条数他的罪过，叫人拿鞭子抽他。

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在热河时，皇考圣体甚是违和，大臣侍卫等俱请安求瞻仰圣颜。惟鄂伦岱并不请安，且率同乾清门侍卫等，每日较射游戏。鄂伦岱罪恶多端，皇考行围哨鹿时悉数其罪，令侍卫五哥鞭责之。
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到了雍正朝，面对表哥的儿子，鄂伦岱选择——

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答：照样吊也不吊。

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雍正对佟佳氏加恩，他不奏谢。

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伊之父祖朕俱厚加恩典，冀其悛改过恶，为朕出力。而鄂伦岱结党之心坚如金石，并无感激报效之念。以为朕之加恩于其父祖皆因隆科多之力所致，与己无涉，在朕前并无一语奏谢。
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雍正整顿吏治，清除异己，搞得差不多了，群臣都在下面陪笑脸，就只有他一个人低头冷笑。

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朕每召诸王大臣等颁发谕旨，鄂伦岱从未有一次点首心服。前召旗下大臣面谕云，近日是臣等办事将从前积习已改十之七八，若再整顿一二年便可全改。朕尝虑向来恶习恐非诛戮一二人不能挽回，今看来可不用诛戮矣，为此朕心甚喜，诸臣无不点首喜动颜色，惟鄂伦岱略无喜容，俯首冷笑。彼时朕即欲降旨诘责，已而中止。
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雍正问他手下有个人做事如何，他压根不认识这个人就说这人平常。

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雍正骂他：你胡说。

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他直接说：我就是胡说啊。给雍正气晕了。

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昨因办理旗下之事，在众人前将一原当侍卫之人问鄂伦岱：此人何如？鄂伦岱并未认识妄奏云：此人平常。朕责以尔在皇考时身为大臣存心狡狯，只知顾惜身家，不肯实心出力，苟且欺罔，朕所稔知，此等处朕屡经开谕，毫不悛改。今日在众人前又如此诳奏，是诚何意？鄂伦岱奏云：我信口回奏。含忿摇头，故激朕怒。
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他甚至在乾清门院子里掀开衣服就尿，把雍正气死了。

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又一年元旦清晨，在乾清门院内掀衣而溺，朕见之骇异，知其行同畜类。
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雍正顾忌他是太后、太皇太后两任国舅爷的后人，搞了容易被骂不孝，不然早掐死他了。

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就这样一个人，一个拽哥，一个天底下头等无君无父的法外狂徒，

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他面对魅魔展现出了如何的定力呢？

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答：无定力，已狠狠堕其术中。

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康熙被八儿子送的老鹰气完了，审问八儿子的下属，问谁是魅魔的党羽，下属当场指认了鄂伦岱。

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他没话说了还要硬说，跪在旁边，也不管自己能不能回话，直接丢给人家一个问句：你说我与你主子一党，你主子与过我何物？

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圣怒当日因允禩得罪在要亭地方，将伊门下太监审讯。太监云：阿灵阿、鄂伦岱乃我主子之党，问他二人便知。彼时阿灵阿、鄂伦岱在傍，俱无言可辩，顔色改变良久，但称：我既系你主子之党，平日曽送过何物？你主子曽赏过我何物？
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回头康熙越想越气[3]，回宫的时候沿途一直在骂鄂伦岱，走了三十里就骂了三十里，一直没消气。

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鄂伦岱叼都不叼。

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当时还只是雍亲王的雍正：……？

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这，这对吗……？
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次年春，皇考从霸州回銮，自行宫起身至南红门，言及鄂伦岱等结党之事，皇考震怒，沿途切责鄂伦岱，行至三十里而圣怒未解。鄂伦岱悍然不知畏惧，亦无一毫爱君之心，朕在旁悚惕不安之甚，
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雍正忍不住了，要拉人劝劝康熙，结果康熙从旁边出来，鄂伦岱甚至变本加厉，以至于康熙看到他的脸就开喷。

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得亏是劝住了，不然又有好戏看呢。（不是

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及圣驾出，而鄂伦岱仍悍然向前迎立以触圣怒，致皇考复严加切责，娄徵额进前奏劝，朕遂泣奏云：皇父圣体初愈，此等悖逆之人何足屡烦圣怒，乱臣贼子自有国法，若交与臣便可即行诛戮。因朕恳奏再三，皇考之怒方解。
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到了雍正朝，鄂伦岱还是横着走，对魅魔的宠爱（？）也变本加厉，倾身回护，代替魅魔上奏。

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之前子承父业，同堕八阿哥术中的阿尔松阿也来帮腔，两人就这样一起违抗皇帝。

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于是鄂伦岱甚至抗衡圣旨，将雍正给的圣旨丢在地板上，将死罪揽在己身，悍傲已极。

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朕即位以来效法皇考，仍不念其罪恶，施恩保全。乃伊每事扰乱，倾身回护阿其那，因阿其那佐领一事，在外于众人前一番议论，在内代伊启奏，显露悖逆之状，将朕所交硃批谕旨掷于乾清门地上，在朕前举止抗横，为人臣者当如是乎？
朕有硃批谕旨降与阿尔松阿者，令鄂伦岱转交，乃鄂伦岱于乾清门众人前将朕旨掷之于地，且极力党护阿尔松阿，将其死罪承认在身，愍不畏死，顽悍已极。
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雍正破大防。

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鄂伦岱：可魅魔就是魅魔啊，你算鸡毛。（抠鼻

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额尔金是十阿哥的长史，也在魅魔主管的上驷院工作。

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仗着自己是魅魔的人，对皇帝就开始傲慢无礼啊！太坏了！

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额尔金在上驷院行走时，依附允禩，为其党与。所以敢在朕前傲慢者，恃有此耳。伊实为允禩党内凶悍之人，愈见皇考知人之明，昭昭不爽。朕之复用额尔金，甚属错误。
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有个武会元叫金昆，雍正想要用他，把他安排到魅魔主管的工部下。

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没想到魅魔看见金昆这孔武有力的肌肉，啊不对，发达的大脑，馋了。

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金昆看见魅魔，那更是走不动路了，魂都被勾走了，硬是把魅魔当成知己，给雍正气死了。

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上諭：工部主事金昆昔年曾在府中绘画行走，朕因其从武会元出身，识得数字，故令改授文职。伊籤掣工部主事，自到工部诸事把持招摇放纵，廉亲王居心巧诈，事事任用，凡有差使俱将金昆派出，搪塞其意，以为金昆有过，天下必加朕以私用匪人之名也。金昆亦倚廉亲王为知已，肆行无忌，大负朕恩。着将金昆革职，令在内庭禁锢行走效力。如不能改过自新或又多事，必从重治罪。
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当然，金昆不只是个例。

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事实上，八阿哥管理下的全体上驷院和工部全体官员，全部都被魅魔上司蛊得神魂颠倒，任由魅魔摆布。

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尔工部官员等，受皇考数十年教养之恩，当念君臣大义，为朕竭力尽心以图报称，勿因允禩之甘言诡计为其所惑。允禩故为小心谨畏，于属员则作噢咻体恤之状，……
允禩居心行事如此。尔诸大臣、定已尽知。惟是工部上驷院两衙门官员人等、恐不知廉亲王之居心奸诈。一堕其术中。便为所累。朕岂忍两衙门之臣下、为伊所愚弄乎。用是再加晓谕。非令尔等、每事与伊抗拒。但令尔等、于办事效力之处、一归于正、勿被伊引诱惑乱而已。
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虽然雍正觉得大家应该都已经认出了魅魔的真面目，但大臣们还是纷纷堕其术中，同情魅魔，心甘情愿跟着魅魔受罚。

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乃在廷诸臣，为廉亲王所愚，反以朕为过于苛刻，为伊抱屈。即朕屡降谕旨之时，观众人神色，未尝尽以廉亲王为非。惟舅舅隆科多、大将军年羹尧、大学士王顼龄、侍郎沈近思，曾在朕前陈奏：一年以来，大小臣工因廉亲王贻累者甚多，乃甘心忍受，并不归怨廉亲王。而廉亲王恬然自安，全不知愧，又不念及国法，全无恐惧。此党援之终不能解散者也。
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不仅如此，这些官员还纷纷觉得皇帝真是太坏了，居然加害魅魔。

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尔工部官员等，受皇考数十年教养之恩，当念君臣大义，为朕竭力尽心以图报称，勿因允禩之甘言诡计为其所惑。允禩故为小心谨畏，于属员则作噢咻体恤之状，其心实欲败坏事务，且知朕必能察出，将众人治罪，以彰朕之苛刻，俾众人感伊而归怨于朕，其居心大抵如此。
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大臣们：对不起皇上，你弟弟真好！没忍住，犯错了！

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就是这个魅魔爽！
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就连年羹尧跟雍正上奏时都说：嗯，廉亲王的风味确实好点。

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其允禟语无伦次，心地浅诈，竭力做哭介而无眼泪，故为亲热煦煦孑孑之状，盖有意学廉亲王而细致则远不及也。
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九阿哥：（装哭）（亲热）（演技大爆发）

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年羹尧：（眼前看着九阿哥）（脑子已经飘到千里之外的京城想起可爱的廉亲王)

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年羹尧：并没有说我已经堕其术中，但魅魔确实挺可爱的。嗯。

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魅魔的功力深厚，哪怕在物质上已经离去，精神上还存在于人们心中。

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具体体现为死了还能结党，可能目的是吸活人精气。

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这些人的名字，包括但不限于：鲁尔金、乌尔陈、苏尔金、库尔陈，法海、佛保、达尔当阿、托什、查弼纳，萧永藻、诺岷、高成龄、董永芠、四格、李凤翥、锡保，每个名字拿出来都是响当当的倒霉，哦不对，不能在魅魔面前卓然自立的愚蠢呀！

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甚至酒老师@不沾一滴酒 扒出来，都雍正十二年了，魅魔都去世八年了，大义觉迷录也被强制宣传好几年了，在雍正提拔的官员私下八卦里，邪恶的魅魔阿其那竟然还是【圣祖的八阿哥】【圣祖密旨说他确实好】

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太恐怖了，简直是脑控啊！怪不得说被魅魔骗一次终身受骗！
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雍正都崩溃了，说自己就没见过不会被魅魔蛊惑的汉子。

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尔若不为塞思黑之奸恶所欺骗，能坚持初到大同之心，则将为朕多加夸奖，可惜已枉然了，然而朕将宽恕之。若与阿其那、塞思黑在一处两个月，不为伊等奸计所动之汉子，不被欺骗之聪慧之人亦少矣。
朱批：此不过楚仲防汝之论耳，已被塞思黑之愚矣，与阿其那、塞思黑对面数日，有能不被二人之奸诈所愚者，朕未见也。
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九、全体清朝民众

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皇帝忍无可忍，把魅魔圈禁起来，免得魅魔又去勾引他人。

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结果民间居然传出谣言，说“八佛被囚，军民怨新主”，魅魔不知道为何被人当成了佛。

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皇帝崩溃了，怒发一万条反问：他哪里佛了？佛在哪里？where is 佛？

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阿其那等心怀奸恶，扰乱国政，煽惑人心，邀买美名，结交匪类，徧处称扬伊善，不过欺人而已，岂能欺上天皇考乎？阿其那等承欢皇考者何处？效力者何处？有裨国家者何处？利济军民者何处？施恩臣工者何处？有益兄弟者何处？且当皇考圣明在御之时，阿其那为皇子，何得交结外人，不曾与政事，有何善足称，遂至人目之为佛者，何故耶？
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清朝民众：对不起皇上，我们也已经堕其术中了。

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十、其实皇帝也被魅魔蛊惑了。

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那到底为什么会达成这个效果呢？

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因为皇帝本人也（曾）堕其术中，甚至房子都在魅魔的隔壁。

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历史上胤禛和胤禩的关系到底怎么样？

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把皇上四哥也算进去，那么单单前十二个序齿 + 未早夭的兄弟，被魅魔蛊惑到的就足足有六个了，占一半。（嗯。

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但皇帝精通觉迷技巧，凭借自己坚定的意志力爬了出来。

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哦！伟大的雍正帝！

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于是雍正帝汲取自身教训，号召大家一定要远离魅魔。结果一扭头，大家还是在堕其术中！

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哦，可怜的雍正帝！

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可惜的是哥们早年堕其术中的痕迹太多，骂个魅魔都要先把自己的存在从魅魔身边摘出去才能骂。

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甚至偶尔还不小心觉迷失败，吐露一些堕其术中的发言。

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年羹尧：并没有说我已经堕其术中，但魅魔确实挺可爱的。嗯。

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雍正：就是说！其他人真是丑妇效颦，万不及一！

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其允禟语无伦次，心地（朱批：秉性）浅诈，竭力做哭（朱批，虽诈，这还好）介而无眼泪，故为亲热煦煦孑孑之状，盖有意学廉亲王而（朱批：丑妇效颦，万不及一！）细致则远不及也。
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嗯，你让雍正承认魅魔貌比西施他是不会承认的，但要是别人试着学魅魔哭，雍正就会骂别人丑妇效颦了。

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好在他儿子乾隆帮他擦了屁股，编的《实录》里基本把雍正口不择言骂魅魔的痕迹全删掉了。

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十一、但另一个儿子就没那么省心了。

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三阿哥·又长高了·大清巨人·弘时，他命中注定的瑛贵人不在后宫。

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在真实历史中，他命中注定的瑛贵人在前朝，正是他的魅魔八叔。

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魅魔：三阿哥你要做什么？我是你的八叔！

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三阿哥：我就那么比不上皇阿玛吗？我心里有你，皇阿玛他老了！

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魅魔还没来得及答应（？）就被他爸圈起来了。（大悲）

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他爸雍正折腾八叔，给他折腾急眼了，跟他爸水灵灵地对着干，给爹气完了。

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早在雍正三年三月，雍正在给诸王的谕旨中就提出：“今尔诸宗室闻朕谕旨，心中以为是者有之，以为不是者亦有之，朕岂能必宗室皆以此旨为是而遵行乎，即朕之子亦不能保其必行。”雍正说，他所下达的谕旨，即使在皇家、皇族的宗室中，有人以为对，也有人以为不对而不执行。即使是自己的儿子，也不能保证其一定会执行。这个“朕之子”当然就是指弘时，说明弘时对其父的政策、行为，多有分歧乃至违抗，已确是事实。
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雍正：我给你高出亲王的待遇，你这小兔崽子胳膊肘还往外拐？！

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三阿哥：可是八叔就是魅……哦不是，八叔可是八叔啊！

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雍正：你既然要为你八叔求情，就去做他的儿子好了。

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我恨极了你们这帮被魅魔蛊惑的蠢货。
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尔等前为弘时请旨，时朕欲颁谕旨。朕禾念知弘时，断不可留内，故特颁旨诸王、大臣断决，以与允禩为子。今已将允禩治罪，掣回带子，从玉牒除名。将弘时既与伊为子，不能不掣回弘时之带子，著將弘时带子掣回。（此为朕深思依理所办之事，)尔等勿得屡加(妄)奏。{治一小人罪时，朕亦慎重，惟恐受冤枉,岂有将弘时强行治罪之理？}(要治允禩逐出宗室之罪，确实意外，此亦弘时之命。但弘时虽系允禩之子，若不交给他入管束，任其安行，亦有关系脸面之处。{将弘时}(其名亦令更改，将此)交付允裪，虽非叔子，仍准管养之。钦此。
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于是儿子乾隆上台后又开始给爹擦屁股。

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又谕、从前三阿哥、年少无知。性情放纵。行事不谨。皇考特加严惩。以教导朕兄弟等。使知儆戒。今三阿哥已故多年。朕念兄弟之谊。似应仍收入谱牒之内。
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大家：对啊，只是和魅魔在一起又有什么错呢。

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奏為查三阿哥從前原因阿其那獲罪株連，與本身獲罪撤去黃帶者不同。今已故多年，蒙皇上篤念兄弟之誼，仍收入譜牒，于情理允宜，應欽遵諭旨，將三阿哥仍載入玉牒。俟命下之日交與宗人府辦理。
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乾隆：其实我爸根本不想把魅魔逐出宗籍，他晚年提到这事就不开心，想后悔啊。

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乾隆：这样吧我们把八叔收回玉牒吧。

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圣心如日在天，固众所共仰也。迨皇考晚年，屡向朕谕及此事，辄愀然不乐，意颇悔之，若将留以有待者。朕即位之初，深有念于孔子三年无改之言，未敢遽易成案。今临御四十三年矣。……此事重大，朕若不言，后世子孙亦无敢言者。所有允祀、允禟二人，自不合还其原爵，仍当复其原名，收入玉牒，两人子孙亦当一并叙入。
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雍正：你个小兔崽子我 adlhaofaj**^KJYK7

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我当年哪里后悔了？！
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乾隆：对不起爸爸，可是我真的很怀念八叔。

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天啊，魅魔太可怕了，把皇帝逼成这样啊。太可怜了雍正。

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哦，那必然是

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康熙他八儿子·雍正他八弟·八阿哥·贤得是时候·廉亲王·胤禩。

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根据不完全统计，他前前后后魅惑过的人有：

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一、亲兄弟若干1.大阿哥胤褆

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大阿哥是个能从传教士骂到亲伯父的无敌超雄，脑子不好使但极其暴躁。

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——然而老八却能跟他关系还可以。

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允禔在诸兄弟中与允禩关系较好，或许因为允禩曾被交给允禔的生母惠妃抚养过一段时间，且是康熙诸子中少见的外表柔善、谦逊之人，肯于在允禔面前做小伏低，能够和刚猛傲慢的长兄和睦。
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大阿哥这个人，他：

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幻想跟传教士 SM，把传教士吓晕：

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杜德美神父与皇子在一起时，（大）皇子对他说：“把刘应神父叫来，用鞭子好好教训他一顿，然后把他流放到鞑靼荒野去，这主意不错吧？”
when Fr. Jartoux was with the Prince, the Prince said to him: “Wouldn’t it be a good idea to summon Fr. Visdelou here, punish him with a beating, and consign him to the wilds of Tartary?”
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跟着亲伯父上战场，把亲伯父气晕：

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允禔首次出战准噶尔，身份是副将军，当时的三军主帅是他的亲伯父裕亲王福全。……可惜，允禔此行，不但未见结交什么可靠之人为生死袍泽，反而和秉性忠厚老实的伯父闹了很大矛盾：
康熙二十九年七月出兵，不到一个月，就和裕亲王“不相和谐，妄生事端”，并且“私行陈奏”，就是背地里向父皇告伯父的黑状。幸而康熙帝行事公正，并不偏信儿子，得知情况后，不顾自己丢脸，将允禔强行撤回北京，事后又百般弥合，才避免伯侄二人的矛盾完全公开化。
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跟亲妈的关系，也有点微妙：

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康熙就曾评价大阿哥胤禔“气质暴戾”，而大阿哥的母亲惠妃也曾向康熙哭诉，奏其“不孝，请置之于法”。
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结果他被爸爸痛骂不能当太子后，小伙顶着这么多不爽，大喝一声：

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我当不了那就让老八当啊！

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一废太子之后，本来在诸皇子中处于有利地位的允禔，把自己的愚昧粗狂表现得淋漓尽致。这不能不让人想起满洲政权尚在关外时的那些场景：皇太极去世后，合法性最强的皇子豪格与实力最强的皇弟多尔衮争夺大位，多尔衮假意推托谦让，母弟多铎却看着着急，当众断喝：你不当我当！允禔这一手“我当不了让老八当”，和多铎真有异曲同工之粗豪，关外遗风毕见。
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2.七阿哥胤祐

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到了雍正初年，胤禩还能哄得他七哥帮他打报告哩。

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给雍正气完了，说：

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“现在廉亲王处处学我！但凡有什么事能占便宜、钻空子，他就必然唆使允祐、允禟、允禵提出来，从中捞取好处，自己则充好人！比如允祐[1]，他都是什么时候分府的老户了，还要照此找补，这是什么体统？”

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兹廉王凡事必仿于朕，以朕为齐，凡有便宜事或稍许疏漏之事，必唆使淳王、贝子允禟、允禵提出，以捞取之，伊自己权充好人。虽为清廉王[1]，但系何时分府的老户，亦要照此找补，成何体统？
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哦，八阿哥可太魅魔……哦不对，太坏了！

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3.九阿哥胤禟

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同生共死的阿其那与塞思黑，关系自不必说。

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在胤禟的管家秦道然眼里，八阿哥简直就像是当着管账正宫的面操控杀猪盘骗钱的绿茶捞男。

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再八爷说自己穷，要九爷吩咐满丕帮盘缠，满丕应了，送了一万两，这是八爷的巧取处。
允禩也晓得允禟是庸才，其所以与他厚结的缘故，不过为他肯替允禩使钱，要借他钱财，收拾些人心，允禩每访得九流术士中有些异样的，便令心腹人招至家中，藏之密室，到打发出去的时节，便叫允禟送他银子，或一百两或二百两不等。这种人也多得紧，我时常听见送银子到允禩家里去的人向我说，所以我得知道。至于给的是什么人，我实不曾知道。
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我老公的钱啊！怎么给了你这种人！

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这都是我老公辛辛苦苦赚来的啊！！！
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到现在知乎里还有胤禟是不是被胤禩 PUA 了的问题。

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嗯，秦道然一定很想答。

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4.十阿哥胤䄉

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十阿哥的生母钮祜禄氏，是辅政大臣遏必隆之女、康熙帝继后孝昭仁皇后的亲妹妹。

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在康熙的众多皇子中，从生母地位上看，十阿哥仅次于太子，居于第二；

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而从外戚门第、势力上看，恐怕还要比太子更高一些。

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然而这样一个高贵的（？）阿哥，照样像个甜狗一样围着八哥转，被八哥蛊得晕头转向。

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还说什么：八阿哥，你是我们的主子，你可要多多照顾我们啊！

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我与塞思黑、允禵同向阿其那云：尔乃我等之主，后日须怜㸔我等。阿其那闭一目而笑。
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5.十四阿哥胤祯

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十四阿哥胤祯，跟雍正同个妈，是雍正铁打的同母亲弟弟。

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他从康熙四十七年开始，就像条甜狗一样跟着他八哥，观之十分震撼。

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在康熙锁拿允禩的时候，胤祯积极为胤禩辩护。

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老父亲气得要死，拔刀而出，差点将亲儿子当场手刃。

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康熙四十七年。九月。
壬寅。上召诸皇子入乾清宫。谕曰当废允礽之时。朕已有上□日诸阿哥中如有钻营谋为皇太子者即国之贼。法断不容。废皇太子后。允禔曾奏称允禩好。春秋之义人臣无将将则必诛。大宝岂人可妄行窥伺者耶。允禩柔奸性成、妄蓄大志朕素所深知。其党羽早相要结谋害允礽。今其事皆已败露。著将允禩锁拏交与议政处审理。皇九子允禟语皇十四子允禵云，尔我此时不言何待。允禵奏云：八阿哥无此心，臣等愿保之。上震怒。出所佩刀欲诛允禵。皇五子允祺跪抱劝止。诸皇子叩首恳求。上怒少解。命诸皇子挞允禵。将允禟、允禵逐出。　
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可怜的胤祯被兄弟们打了二十大板，被老爹轰出宫去，他依旧不改。

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甚至自负枷锁、身怀毒药，要是有什么不测，就要和八哥一块去死。

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被轰出宫去之后，允禵还不罢休，准备相约众皇子一起为允禩保奏。他还让人准备了一副枷锁，跟在被锁起来的允禩身后，以示共患难之意；甚至随身携带毒药，直到允禩被释放之日，才当众取出扔掉。
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康熙都服了，直接把他踢出宫去分府，本来皇子分配府邸会有的头一年支给食物待遇都不好。

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康熙朝惯例，阿哥分府的第一年由宫里支给食物，第二年开始靠自己。十四分府时父子关系紧张，待遇就不太好，后来出兵时关系逆转，颇受关爱，就主动要求支食物。
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他反倒自豪起来了，把自己拿命来保八阿哥这件事到处跟兄弟们说。

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胤禩也乐呵呵地答：多亏我的几个弟弟了。

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因有令阿其那相面之事，为圣祖皇帝治罪。时允禵将舍命完结之事，常常告诉臣等。阿其那亦曾告诉：当获罪时，因诸弟之帮助而受益。
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别的兄弟来看望他，要是刚刚好胤禩在，就看见他对胤禩处处照顾，让别人直呼恶俗。

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臣去允禵府第，遇有阿奇那在时，允禵对阿奇那照样行动照管者，迂俗可厌，连跟随阿奇那之太监皆格外照管。
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康熙不给他随驾，他死活偏要去，还三番两次奏请，就是要跟着去。

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康熙服了，说：看你这要死要活的劲，哪是想跟着我啊，你就是想跟着你八哥。

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皇考駕幸熱河，特㫖命允禩不論班行走，衆阿哥分為三班行走，而允禵乃抵死欲去，屢次奏請，奉皇考諭㫖：觀爾抵死欲去之意，豈欲隨朕，亦不過欲隨八阿哥去耳。後輪至第三班，特㫖令其停止，乃仍不肯遵，畢竟隨去。
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不得不说康熙说得太对了，胤祯就是想跟着他八哥。

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下次换成八阿哥在京城，他被爸爸带出去，他立刻就又不走了。

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到底是想跟着谁呢好难看出来啊。（那种语气）
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及值允禩母妃事出，於康熈五十三年夏月，留允禩在京，命帶允禵前去，而伊又設法留京，彼時允禩理宜勸止允禵，乃竟不行勸止，一任允禵屢次觸忤皇考。
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康熙发难胤禩的时候，他跟胤禩说“我们要死就一起死”。

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圣祖皇帝幸冬狩时，执阿其那之侍卫太监，将阿其那遣返时，允禵曾告诉臣言，允禵至阿其那处言称：我等死则一起死。等语。
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康熙不给别人去见胤禩，他偷偷去不说，还要帮别人打招呼，别人说要是被康熙听见了对谁都不好啊，他嘿嘿一笑说：是啊！

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奉圣祖皇帝谕旨：阿其那惑乱众心，意行甚奸，著逐出不令再见之。钦此。其后，允禵隐瞒圣祖皇帝，仍潜往阿其那处不断。允禵曾传话称，见阿其那时，问臣好。等语。时臣言：虽有亲临问好之意，但圣祖皇帝闻之，对谁都不好。等语。时允禵微笑言：是。
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八阿哥给他写了封信，央求他用手底下某人，他立马就对此人另眼相看了。

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那木札尔称，安王给老爷送一信，云云。我当即拆开来信，内开，吾已央求八阿哥曰：吾门下副都统宗札布，现在军营，请转求十四阿哥，若能照顾，请多关照。八阿哥已央求十四阿哥。云云。自我收到此信之后，观察其情，允禵已另眼看待我。
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四哥的圣旨他不跪，八阿哥出来只说他该跪，他一句话没说，扑通一声跪下了。

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阿其那见众人共议允禵之非。乃向允禵云，汝应下跪。便寂然无声而跪。不遵皇上谕旨。止重阿其那一言。结党背君，公然无忌。
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不仅如此，他俩还直接结为契友了。

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谈论不惜自己互相照顾为大义时，阿其那此辈已互相结为契友。
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《雍正王朝》里他俩塑料得要命，回看历史雍正帝自己给胤祯列的所谓十四项大罪，前三条每条都是几个大字：

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你 和 胤 禩 太 近 了

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1. 允禵性质狂悖。与阿其那尤相亲密。圣祖仁皇帝于二阿哥之案。将阿其那拏问时。召入众阿哥。谕以阿其那谋夺东宫之罪。现交议政究审。允禵与塞思黑、同向圣祖仁皇帝之前。允禵奏云、阿其那并无此心。若将阿其那问罪。我等愿与同罪。圣祖仁皇帝震怒。拔佩刀欲杀允禵。经允祺力劝稍解。将允禵重加责惩。与塞思黑一并逐出。众所共知者一也。
2. 康熙四十八年夏、圣祖仁皇帝避暑口外。恐伊等聚党生事。止令阿其那跟随行走。允禵敝帽故衣。坐小车。装作贩卖之人。私送出口。日则潜踪而随。夜则至阿其那帐房歇宿。密语通霄。踪迹诡异。众所共知者一也。
3. 圣祖仁皇帝知允禵昏愚狂妄。必生事端。因遣往军前。使不得朋匪为恶。而允禵与阿其那、塞思黑、密信往来。曾无间断。机计莫测。众所共知者一也。
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6.其实还有一个兄弟也堕其术中

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但我要卖个关子，暂按不表。

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二、亲爹

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别看后面父子二人闹得那么僵，其实八儿子从小把亲爹蛊得不要不要的。

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在亲爹眼里，八阿哥从小开始，就对才艺展示颇有一些天赋。

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二十六年六月，康熙帝带领7 岁的允禩与其他几位较其稍长的皇子，来到皇太子允礽的书房，让他们分别在诸大臣前诵读经书。
允禩等人以次近前，各读数篇，童音朗朗，舒缓纯熟。康熙帝倍感欣慰，诸臣赞叹不已。
是年八月，允禩第一次随康熙帝巡幸塞外，在此次随扈皇子中年龄最小。
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他十二岁时，随着两位哥哥前往山东祭孔，这时又展现了相看马匹的天赋。

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康熙帝舍去较允禩年长的皇五子允祺和皇七子允祐，选派允禩随同两位皇兄前往，自有深意。允禩尚在少年，已具有骑术精湛，善于相马等特长。途中，凡由京城送至马匹，首先由允禩试骑，其后再定是否由允祉、胤禛等骑用。
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亲爹统兵亲征噶尔丹，八阿哥屁颠屁颠跟着出征。

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他们在鄂尔多斯围猎，因猎获野兔极多，康熙甚感惊奇，写信给皇太子，详细描述了打猎的情况。

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谕皇太子：十二日，驻跸宽托洛惠。本设双层围，兔雉丰盛，不可言状。朕四十多岁何处未行，未见如此兔丰。放围无分主仆，唯猎射，并无闲暇，朕殪一百三十八只，大阿哥殪五十九只，三阿哥殪五十五只，八阿哥殪五十只。裕亲王殪二十只，北围殪五只，为极少者。
……十三日驻跸。本两层围猎，雉少，兔与十二日同。自朕躬以下至猎人，前日殪兔力竭，手指皆肿而不能射，朕殪八十三只，大阿哥殪四十一只，三阿哥殪四十三只，八阿哥殪三十九只，打围人共殪一千四百四十二只。未计鄂尔多斯猎人所殪数额，……
十六日驻跸吉格苏泰。设双层围场，雉甚多，兔与前同。朕殪一百二十二只，大阿哥殪五十九只，三阿哥殪五十五只，八阿哥殪五十四只，裕亲王殪二十二只，围场之人殪一千二百十五只。未计蒙古人围猎之数。
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大阿哥、三阿哥都是骑射功夫极好的皇子。

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大阿哥才七岁，就能射中老虎。

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康熙十八年年底，玄烨在南苑行围，“纵虎出圈，命众驱逐，皇第五子保清（大阿哥乳名）亲射，中之”。保清即皇长子胤禔，当时也只有 7 周岁。这样年幼的孩子追射凶猛异常的老虎，尽管旁边有人保护，也要冒很大危险，足见玄烨在培养儿子方面，具有不同一般为父之人的胆魄。
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不同于刻板印象里的书呆子，三阿哥的骑射，甚至还要好过大阿哥。

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皇三子胤祉的弓箭和枪法，还要超过他的两位兄长，无论参加行围或较射，他往往是命中率最高的射手之一。据马国贤神甫回忆，玄烨晚年在热河时，喜欢在围猎之余，“观看他的满洲摔跤手们角斗，也常常命令他的孙子们及其他高级将领在他面前进行较射。有时，他甚至加入与他的第三个儿子(胤祉)比赛的行列，因为这个儿子的箭法几乎同他父亲一样好”。
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从胤禩所射兔的数量与大阿哥、三阿哥几乎相同可见，胤禩的骑射功夫也十分不错。

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而最使胤禩从诸位阿哥中脱颖而出，成为亲爹爱子的，则是他出类拔萃的管理能力。

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三十五年二月，康熙帝第一次亲征噶尔丹。15 岁的胤禩，在 6 位随征皇子中年龄最小。

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亲征期间，他跟随康熙帝身边，奉命管理火器营，并得到了父亲的“嘉美诗”。

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戎行亲莅制机宜，栉沐风霜总不辞，随侍晨昏依帐殿，焦劳情事尔应知。
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“你早晚都在我的营帐边随侍左右，

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我为国事的焦虑与辛劳，你应当最能理解呀。”

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是年九月份，康熙帝第二次亲征噶尔丹，从第一次随征的 6 位皇子中挑选 3 人带往。

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四阿哥、五阿哥、七阿哥落选，大阿哥、三阿哥和八阿哥再次随征。

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足以见得，胤禩的表现，给康熙留下了深刻印象。

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我儿子真好。
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他受封贝勒，以及大阿哥、三阿哥受封郡王，都是因为三人在随驾亲征噶尔丹的表现，以及平时的印象，都非常不错。

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八阿哥受封贝勒的当年，经康熙帝指婚，娶安亲王岳乐的外孙女郭络罗氏为嫡福晋。

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郭络罗氏母家的背景，可谓非常深厚。她的外公安亲王岳乐，可谓是清朝顺治、康熙年间功勋卓著的名将。顺治帝一度想把皇位传给他，在平定三藩之乱的时候，他更是立下了汉马功劳。

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康熙择选具有如此母家背景之人为儿媳，惟有当他对该子印象甚佳时，方会为之。

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之后八阿哥惹爹生气，爹左忍右忍，终于忍不了了——

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于是把气全撒在了儿媳和她的舅舅们身上。

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允祀素受制于妻，其妻系安郡王岳乐之女所出，安郡王因谄媚辅政大臣，遂得亲王。其妃系索额图之妹，世祖皇帝时记名之女子。其子马尔浑、景熙、吴尔占等，俱系允祀妻之母舅，并不教训允祀之妻，任其嫉妒行恶，是以允祀迄今尚未生子。
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爹：都怪你们不管好我儿媳！

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八福晋：？

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个死老头把我当你们 play 的一环是吧？
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从此以后的十年，胤禩一直受到父皇的宠爱和倚重。

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单单这十年里，他拉过的重要磨就有：

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1.管理广善库，所得成就获得裕亲王的赞赏。

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康熙帝曾让允禩管理广善库。允禩借此机会广结人缘，充分施展才干。康熙帝与其兄裕亲王福全自幼感情笃深，后者逝于四十二年六月。“裕亲王病时，曾以广善库为因，力荐允禩有才有德。”福全的看法对康熙帝会产生一定影响。
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2.他和三阿哥一块审理索额图。

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康熙四十二年，太子党的头号人物索额图被拘禁，康熙皇帝在巡行途中手书密旨，派人连夜交给三阿哥允祉和八阿哥允禩，命他们二人秘密审理索额图，并抓捕其同党。这一年允禩只有二十二岁，能够接受这样重大的政治任务，足见康熙帝对他的信任。
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一废太子的时候，胤禩更是风光无两。

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3.他先是和胤禛一起，被留在京城代理政事——名字居然还在他的四哥前面。

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这在严格遵循长幼尊卑的古代，是意义极其特殊的。

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4.在允礽的乳公凌普被从内务府总管一职撤下后，胤禩不但承担了内务府总管的职责，甚至还负责了查抄凌普。

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康熙四十七年一废太子时，康熙帝命允禩、胤禛二人留京办事，其中允禩署理内务府总管，名字也罕见地被列在了兄长胤禛之前。
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毙鹰事件大家应该都多少有所耳闻。

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八阿哥不听话，给亲爹气完了，大骂：他竟敢还上奏说自己冤枉，他冤枉在哪里？！！！

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伊摺内奏称冤抑。试问伊所谓冤抑者何在。
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但大家估计不太知道：

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康熙还写过一封给家人的信，信中为允禩呈献毙鹰一事开脱。。

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亲爹：我知道他冤枉在哪里。

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三、妈妈们1.养母惠妃

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还是毙鹰事件，还是大家应该不太知道的是：

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毙鹰事件之后，惠妃为了八阿哥，甚至跟康熙大吵一架，吵到外省的督抚都有所耳闻，上奏询问。。

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比如他的养母惠妃，虽然别有亲子允禔，但显然对允禩的关爱更甚。允禔被囚禁时，惠妃“亦奏称其不孝，请置之于法”，无论是真心还是忍痛，毕竟做出了支持康熙帝决策的表态。到康熙五十三年，康熙帝因为“毙鹰事件”痛责允禩，父子之间几乎恩断义绝，而此时的惠妃，或为保护养子起见，与皇帝发生激烈争执，以致外省督抚都有所耳闻。
奴才服思，惠妃主子之事，圣主必是叹恨。然圣主已有年纪，若多烦闷，恐御体必受苦累。——云贵总督郭严奏折
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嗯，养母为了养子跟丈夫大吵一架的含金量……

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后来雍正继位，母妃都要出宫由儿子们赡养。惠妃乐呵呵地就跑到八阿哥家里住了。

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慧妃母妃、乃大阿哥之生母、允禩之慈母也。允禩少時、即為慧妃母妃所撫養。朕因大阿哥獲罪禁鋼。其諸子又少不知事。意欲奉養於允禩之邸。因遣人詢問慧妃母妃。慧妃母妃欣然允從。
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2.全体妈妈们

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在雍正看来，八阿哥甚至还把所有妈妈们都给蛊惑了！

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雍正想死都想不明白为啥自己登基三年母妃没一个来看自己，差人都没差过。

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想了想又把锅推给八阿哥。

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肯定是胤禩的问题！是胤禩让妈妈们都不来看我！

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都是魅魔的问题！

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彼时允祹、酌议诸位母妃移府之礼。允祹议奏内、有朕思念诸位母妃之时、即令入宫相见等语。朕以诸位母妃、岂有召入相见之礼。深责允祹之非。迄今三年以来、诸位母妃、未曾遣人至朕前一问起居。诸位母妃、深居府中、一切皆诸王主持。此必允禩从中阻挠。诸王亦遂观望不前耳。
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四、亲伯父&堂弟

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皇子们唯一的亲伯父，康熙唯一的哥哥，裕亲王福全，也深深受到他八侄子的蛊惑。

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前文提到，在这些侄子中，大阿哥和他这个亲伯父的关系尤为不好。太子胤礽与自己这位宽厚温和，谦虚自持的亲伯父，亦关系不佳。

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而本答中的大魅魔八阿哥，蛊得他力荐“有才有德”、“心性好，不务矜夸”。

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这一份支持，甚至还在一定程度上左右过康熙的决定。

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一废太子期间，玄烨谈到胤禩时说：“…… 乃若八阿哥之为人，诸臣奏称其贤，裕亲王存日亦曾奏言八阿哥心性好，不务矜夸。”有的学者指出，福全去世前，曾向玄烨揭发皇太子胤礽的种种劣迹，同时赞扬胤禩聪明能干，品行端正，建议玄烨立后者为储君。这次谈话后不久，胤礽的主要支持者索额图即被拘禁，看来玄烨已考虑皇兄的建言，认为胤禩 “是可以代替胤礽做皇太子的人选之一。”
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而他的儿子，继承了他的王爵的保泰，也从小与魅魔的关系最为亲昵友好。

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被康熙帝养在宫中、待如亲子的侄儿保泰就和八阿哥允禩关系最好。
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甚至到了雍正初年，保泰还在为了八阿哥和八阿哥的党羽跟雍正作对。

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雍正气完了，骂他小时候教保泰算术，保泰居然不感恩。

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况保泰幼年初在大内行走之时，皇考令朕教习经书算法，率领指示行走。保泰受朕思顾甚深。又伯母之事，伊全家俱赖朕成全。朕藩邸人皆知之也。朕于保泰，所施之恩，伊此生何可负哉？
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五、以妻族为首的一大堆宗室亲戚

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这帮宗室亲戚，对魅魔八阿哥堪称鞍前马后，死活都要跟着八阿哥。

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我啊，现在只想做八王子的狗，做八王子的狗真的是太好了……
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近亲有之前提到的那堆兄弟、亲爹、亲妈养妈其他妈、亲伯父裕亲王福全、亲堂哥裕亲王保泰和堂侄子广宁外，还有亲伯叔恭亲王常宁的后代镇国公满都护；

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魅魔他老婆是安亲王岳乐的亲孙女，从小被外公接到家里养，几个舅舅把她宠上天了，魅魔也沾了喜气，蛊惑得这帮子舅舅乐颠颠地给他当枪使，把复立的太子拉下马。

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五十年八月，托合齐举办党派宴会。过后不久，八福晋的舅舅景熙便乘机上奏，轻飘飘地指控托合齐在“安郡王丧期一周年已过、 二周年未满”的时候，均与官员宴饮，未依例为安郡王服丧, 有悖属人礼制。
托合齐只是在除服后, 于二十七个月丧期内宴饮, 不算什么重罪，更何况康熙一向比较宽厚，这样的罪名不会让托合齐受什么大苦的；但查下去却发现，这次会饮所参加的人大有问题。
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远一点的宗亲，什么八大铁帽子王之一简亲王雅尔江阿和他儿子镇国公永谦、褚英后代贝子苏努与镇国公阿布兰、奉恩辅国公灏善的后代汝福与佛保、贝子鲁宾等等，

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数都数不完的宗亲，都变成了魅魔的狗，魅魔拿牵引绳牵都牵不过来。

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六、传教士

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作为康熙颇为宠信的一小支外国团体，传教士特别喜欢吃瓜，而且经常吃到大瓜。

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在他们口中，八阿哥的画风是这样的：

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正如我所说，皇长子最怕的就是第八子，人们普遍认为他是上天赐给政府的礼物。
As I said, more than any other of his brothers the Prince fearedthe eighth-born son, by common consent a young man who was Heaven's gift to government.
根据皇帝陛下的指令，他向老亲王历数长长一串他的先辈所犯的罪过，他责备老亲王这一支脉的世世代代始终都暗地里和当政的这一支脉作对。当念到老亲王本身的过错时，……详细列举了他当上了旗帅以后所犯的好几个错误，其中有当年已故皇帝废黜皇太子，征求大臣们意见，以图另改选一位亲王时，老亲王投了八阿哥① 的票。
① 即已故皇帝的第八子。所有的大臣们不管是满族还是汉族都赞同他当皇太子，所以，如果说这是一个错误的话，那大家都犯了同一错误。—— 原注
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传教士：根据我们所得信息判断，所有人都忍不住对上天赐给清朝的礼物犯错了。

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七、朝鲜人

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作为明朝的藩属国，朝鲜阴暗地认为清朝就是得位不正。

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于是，在几乎整个康朝，朝鲜都在积极发掘你清药丸的证据：

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康熙坏啊！太坏了！你清药丸！

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康熙天天打猎瞎玩，荒淫无道，你清药丸！
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康熙性情暴躁，你清药丸！
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康熙居然节俭，不可能，肯定是抠门，你清药丸！
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天啊康熙只懂满文，你清药丸！
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什么康熙居然会汉文，你清药丸！
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天啊太子这个德行，你清药丸！
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当然，朝鲜人不傻，知道康熙比较好，只是不肯承认。

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谁喜欢康熙我们孤立谁，因为你清药丸！
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直到雍正上位之后，他们对康熙的风评才好转回来：

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康熙好啊，太好啊，好极了啊！
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在这种情况下，朝鲜人（在康熙本朝）对胤禩的态度居然是：

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皇子们都望之没有人形，但其中皇八子好像好那么一点，也不是说就很好啦，就是好一点。嗯。
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朝鲜人：对不起，我们也对上天赐给清朝的礼物犯错了。

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八、大臣1.康熙朝的大臣

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大臣们被魅魔蛊惑得命都不要了，就跟着皇上对着干。

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康熙朝一废太子的时候，所有人不顾康熙暗示，就是要立八阿哥。

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这样的结果，对在位近五十年，自以为对朝廷局面如臂使指的康熙皇帝会产生怎样的打击，读者自可想见。自己培植、任用的满朝文武，居然为了一个年轻、没有功绩、母家卑微的允禩而揣着明白装糊涂，不惜悖逆自己的圣意，这是多么令人恐惧而且不可思议的事啊！
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康熙急眼了，放弃了所有繁文缛节，就要复立废太子。

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于是就连康熙朝的重臣、老臣，康熙帝的母舅、岳父，“佟半朝”佟国维都因为小小一只魅魔，公然跟康熙开干：

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你一直以来做得很好，但把储君的废立当儿戏，是不是有点离大谱了？咱能不能说话算话？

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皇上办事精明，天下人无不知晓，断无错误之处。此事于圣躬关系甚大，若日后皇上易于措处，祈速赐睿断，或日后难于措处，亦祈速赐睿断，总之将原定主意熟虑施行为善。
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清代校勘学“创始的人”何焯，康熙朝的时候供职于武英殿修书，被康熙指派为八阿哥的伴读。

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何焯这个人刚正耿直，光明磊落，原则强烈，脾气很火爆，一连跟自己的两任老师闹得都很不愉快。

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然而，面对魅魔的攻势，何焯立马堕其术中了，连女儿都送给魅魔一家抚养。

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先生回南路上平安，何日到家？我家内外人等俱好，女先生亦好。先生女儿在此极好，更不必挂怀。
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康熙宠臣李光地，到了康熙朝末期，还在那里：几个王子里面，八阿哥最贤能呀~

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大学士李光地告假回闽，今又奉特旨带病进京，闻系为立储之事诏彼密议，奴才闻知惊心，特于彼处相探，彼云“目下诸王，八王最贤”等语。
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康熙宠臣明珠的儿子揆叙，学问甚好，谨慎敦厚，康熙看着就喜欢，天天念叨，不幸过世得早，于是念叨得更多了，送他谥号“文端”。

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（揆叙）议论识鉴词藻压倒诸人， 朕昔知为满洲第一，今日汉人中亦推第一矣。
掌院下世再欲得如此（揆叙）一人，良不易得。
毕，上又曰： “翰林院学士甚属紧要，自揆叙没后，朕再四思维，并不得称此职之人。必须学问优长，善于钤束，不畏人之人，方好。”
上又曰： “揆叙学问甚好，为人甚是谨慎敦厚，殊属可惜。朕因伊年少，并未当面嘉奖，不特朕惜之，即诸人无有不惜之者。”
大学士马齐奏曰：“揆叙年少老成，不但学问好，九卿及议政之事亦甚好。伊记性远胜臣等，不惟皇上深惜，举朝满汉大臣官员俱为惜之。一闻其没，俱往吊唁。”
内阁学士常鼐奏曰： “揆叙所学不但超出满洲之中，即汉人中亦少。”
上曰：“然。诚为可惜。”
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当然这样一位美好的小伙，他其实也被魅魔轻轻地蛊惑，跟康熙对着干。

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及二阿哥既废。揆叙与廷臣、暗通消息。各人手心俱写一八字。众所共知者一也。
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康熙的宠臣阿灵阿，太师遏必隆第七子，孝昭仁皇后之弟，康熙喜欢极了，时不时送点什么，生病后派御医调治，还命公主做饭赏赐给他。

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阿灵阿去世后，康熙深为可惜，让好几个皇子都给他送灵。

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康熙年间倚重的重臣，“凡一切军机奏议无不恰合上心，一时大臣无有出其右者。圣祖仁皇帝恩遇甚隆，常赐上方动用之件及上亲乘名马。”康熙四十三年，赐御书“崇先裕后”匾额命皇十子胤䄉来悬。康熙五十五年三月，得疾，即遣御医调治，复赐御制药教以调养，康熙又亲占易卦甚吉，特谕晓之，后病稍愈。康熙驾至边外，病之好坏令每日奏闻，不时遣内侍看视。因服药无效，不思饮食，康熙命二公主（固伦荣宪公主）制饭赐之。围内所得狍鹿等鲜物赐之。时有西洋名医奉诏看视。至十月二十一日卒，享年四十七岁。康熙闻之，甚为悼惜，著左翼王贝勒吊唁，遣镶黄旗一旗大臣侍卫至奠茶酒，赐上驷马四匹，银两千两，令分属九佐领官兵俱穿孝服。皇太后（孝惠章皇后）遣首领赐茶饭，妃嫔皆遣首领赐茶奠酒至发引前一日遣首领送灵。发引之日，康熙命皇四子胤禛、皇五子胤祺、皇十子胤䄉，皇十七子胤礼以及镶黄一旗大臣侍卫护送，又命十七阿哥福晋亦送至墓所。追谥敏恪立碑墓上。
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虽然康熙那么宠爱他，但他也被魅魔蛊惑，犯了错。

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康熙五十三年冬、圣祖仁皇帝驻跸遥亭。……圣祖仁皇帝愤怒。严讯伊之护卫、及太监等。朋党奸谋。尽行显露。其太监冯进朝、供称鄂伦岱、阿灵阿、系伊逆党。
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不止他本人，他的儿子也子承父业，被魅魔蛊惑得颠三倒四，官都不做了也要跟皇帝对着干。

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况此奸党之风。如阿灵阿之子阿尔松阿、苏努之子勒什享等、皆继其父志、而奸恶过焉。似此毫无忌惮。父子相承。先后济恶。实为国家之大患。
阿尔松阿往天津料理监务时，甚属明白可嘉，以为可而用之，乃降旨之时，疑欲杀伊，抵死固辞。
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还有更多更多，数不胜数的康朝大臣们，全部都对魅魔八阿哥犯了错，没给爹留下啥人。

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对不起，皇上，你儿子真香。
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2.雍正朝大臣

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雍正朝的大臣更不得了了，别说基本操作之为了维护魅魔跟皇帝对着干了，魅魔都死了，他们心里还装着个魅魔，继续跟皇帝对着干。

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对不起，皇上，你弟弟真香。
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佟国纲的儿子鄂伦岱，仗着自己是皇亲国戚，天王老子来了也不服，上怼康熙雍正两任皇帝，下虐弟弟法海。

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他爸佟国纲[2]被这个儿子气疯了，上奏康熙，要求康熙把这个儿子杀了算数。

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然而，显赫的身份带给鄂伦岱却是刚愎自用，狂傲不羁的性格弱点，就连他的父亲佟国纲都不被他放在眼里。两人是关系极为不佳，经常性的争执，以至于佟国纲不惜上奏康熙“请诛其子”，弄得满堂皆知，佟家颜面无存。
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结果他爸康熙二十九年战死，马革裹尸，为了体恤他家，康熙还是把他爸的爵位承袭给了鄂伦岱。（笑死了）

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康熙二十九年（1690 年），佟国纲在“乌兰布通之战”中死战殉国，鄂伦岱却袭承了佟国纲的一等公的爵位，不知道此时的佟国纲如果泉下有知的话，会不会死不瞑目。
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他弟弟法海出身下贱，是佟国纲的侍婢所生。鄂伦岱十分看不起法海，百般虐待，甚至还不给法海的生母入祖坟。

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面对如此优秀的弟弟，鄂伦岱只是因为他的卑微的出身就对其母子颇为歧视，特别是在佟国纲去世后，鄂伦岱更加的肆无忌惮、任意虐待。甚至在法海的母亲去世后，鄂伦岱还不准其葬入佟家祖坟。这样就使得鄂伦岱与法海这对兄弟之间结下了深仇大恨，从此是老死不相往来。
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康熙拿他当侍卫，他把康熙当表哥。

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好消息：他俩确实是亲戚。

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坏消息：鄂伦岱连他爸都不吊，那么他对表哥的看法是_______？

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答：照样不吊，请安都不请，就在旁边跟别的侍卫射箭玩儿，气得康熙骂他：小兔崽子你是真找死啊？

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信不信我今个代替你爸教训你？
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鄂伦岱选择——？

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答：鄂伦岱选择了无视。

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及在热河皇考圣体违和之时，并未请安一次，其意颇以为快，在热河宫门前每日较射欢笑。其后皇考于行围地方向鄂伦岱云：尔甚无恩情，尔所作之罪不可胜数，实为可杀之人。伊承旨之下毫无畏惧，倨傲如故，亲随侍卫等不胜愤恨，人人髪指，因此皇考愤懑终日。
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康熙气完了，一条条数他的罪过，叫人拿鞭子抽他。

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在热河时，皇考圣体甚是违和，大臣侍卫等俱请安求瞻仰圣颜。惟鄂伦岱并不请安，且率同乾清门侍卫等，每日较射游戏。鄂伦岱罪恶多端，皇考行围哨鹿时悉数其罪，令侍卫五哥鞭责之。
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到了雍正朝，面对表哥的儿子，鄂伦岱选择——

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答：照样吊也不吊。

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雍正对佟佳氏加恩，他不奏谢。

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伊之父祖朕俱厚加恩典，冀其悛改过恶，为朕出力。而鄂伦岱结党之心坚如金石，并无感激报效之念。以为朕之加恩于其父祖皆因隆科多之力所致，与己无涉，在朕前并无一语奏谢。
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雍正整顿吏治，清除异己，搞得差不多了，群臣都在下面陪笑脸，就只有他一个人低头冷笑。

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朕每召诸王大臣等颁发谕旨，鄂伦岱从未有一次点首心服。前召旗下大臣面谕云，近日是臣等办事将从前积习已改十之七八，若再整顿一二年便可全改。朕尝虑向来恶习恐非诛戮一二人不能挽回，今看来可不用诛戮矣，为此朕心甚喜，诸臣无不点首喜动颜色，惟鄂伦岱略无喜容，俯首冷笑。彼时朕即欲降旨诘责，已而中止。
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雍正问他手下有个人做事如何，他压根不认识这个人就说这人平常。

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雍正骂他：你胡说。

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他直接说：我就是胡说啊。给雍正气晕了。

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昨因办理旗下之事，在众人前将一原当侍卫之人问鄂伦岱：此人何如？鄂伦岱并未认识妄奏云：此人平常。朕责以尔在皇考时身为大臣存心狡狯，只知顾惜身家，不肯实心出力，苟且欺罔，朕所稔知，此等处朕屡经开谕，毫不悛改。今日在众人前又如此诳奏，是诚何意？鄂伦岱奏云：我信口回奏。含忿摇头，故激朕怒。
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他甚至在乾清门院子里掀开衣服就尿，把雍正气死了。

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又一年元旦清晨，在乾清门院内掀衣而溺，朕见之骇异，知其行同畜类。
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雍正顾忌他是太后、太皇太后两任国舅爷的后人，搞了容易被骂不孝，不然早掐死他了。

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就这样一个人，一个拽哥，一个天底下头等无君无父的法外狂徒，

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他面对魅魔展现出了如何的定力呢？

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答：无定力，已狠狠堕其术中。

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就是这个八阿哥爽！
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康熙被八儿子送的老鹰气完了，审问八儿子的下属，问谁是魅魔的党羽，下属当场指认了鄂伦岱。

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他没话说了还要硬说，跪在旁边，也不管自己能不能回话，直接丢给人家一个问句：你说我与你主子一党，你主子与过我何物？

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圣怒当日因允禩得罪在要亭地方，将伊门下太监审讯。太监云：阿灵阿、鄂伦岱乃我主子之党，问他二人便知。彼时阿灵阿、鄂伦岱在傍，俱无言可辩，顔色改变良久，但称：我既系你主子之党，平日曽送过何物？你主子曽赏过我何物？
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回头康熙越想越气[3]，回宫的时候沿途一直在骂鄂伦岱，走了三十里就骂了三十里，一直没消气。

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鄂伦岱叼都不叼。

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当时还只是雍亲王的雍正：……？

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这，这对吗……？
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次年春，皇考从霸州回銮，自行宫起身至南红门，言及鄂伦岱等结党之事，皇考震怒，沿途切责鄂伦岱，行至三十里而圣怒未解。鄂伦岱悍然不知畏惧，亦无一毫爱君之心，朕在旁悚惕不安之甚，
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雍正忍不住了，要拉人劝劝康熙，结果康熙从旁边出来，鄂伦岱甚至变本加厉，以至于康熙看到他的脸就开喷。

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得亏是劝住了，不然又有好戏看呢。（不是

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及圣驾出，而鄂伦岱仍悍然向前迎立以触圣怒，致皇考复严加切责，娄徵额进前奏劝，朕遂泣奏云：皇父圣体初愈，此等悖逆之人何足屡烦圣怒，乱臣贼子自有国法，若交与臣便可即行诛戮。因朕恳奏再三，皇考之怒方解。
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到了雍正朝，鄂伦岱还是横着走，对魅魔的宠爱（？）也变本加厉，倾身回护，代替魅魔上奏。

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之前子承父业，同堕八阿哥术中的阿尔松阿也来帮腔，两人就这样一起违抗皇帝。

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于是鄂伦岱甚至抗衡圣旨，将雍正给的圣旨丢在地板上，将死罪揽在己身，悍傲已极。

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朕即位以来效法皇考，仍不念其罪恶，施恩保全。乃伊每事扰乱，倾身回护阿其那，因阿其那佐领一事，在外于众人前一番议论，在内代伊启奏，显露悖逆之状，将朕所交硃批谕旨掷于乾清门地上，在朕前举止抗横，为人臣者当如是乎？
朕有硃批谕旨降与阿尔松阿者，令鄂伦岱转交，乃鄂伦岱于乾清门众人前将朕旨掷之于地，且极力党护阿尔松阿，将其死罪承认在身，愍不畏死，顽悍已极。
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雍正破大防。

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鄂伦岱：可魅魔就是魅魔啊，你算鸡毛。（抠鼻

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额尔金是十阿哥的长史，也在魅魔主管的上驷院工作。

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仗着自己是魅魔的人，对皇帝就开始傲慢无礼啊！太坏了！

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额尔金在上驷院行走时，依附允禩，为其党与。所以敢在朕前傲慢者，恃有此耳。伊实为允禩党内凶悍之人，愈见皇考知人之明，昭昭不爽。朕之复用额尔金，甚属错误。
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有个武会元叫金昆，雍正想要用他，把他安排到魅魔主管的工部下。

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没想到魅魔看见金昆这孔武有力的肌肉，啊不对，发达的大脑，馋了。

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金昆看见魅魔，那更是走不动路了，魂都被勾走了，硬是把魅魔当成知己，给雍正气死了。

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上諭：工部主事金昆昔年曾在府中绘画行走，朕因其从武会元出身，识得数字，故令改授文职。伊籤掣工部主事，自到工部诸事把持招摇放纵，廉亲王居心巧诈，事事任用，凡有差使俱将金昆派出，搪塞其意，以为金昆有过，天下必加朕以私用匪人之名也。金昆亦倚廉亲王为知已，肆行无忌，大负朕恩。着将金昆革职，令在内庭禁锢行走效力。如不能改过自新或又多事，必从重治罪。
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当然，金昆不只是个例。

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事实上，八阿哥管理下的全体上驷院和工部全体官员，全部都被魅魔上司蛊得神魂颠倒，任由魅魔摆布。

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尔工部官员等，受皇考数十年教养之恩，当念君臣大义，为朕竭力尽心以图报称，勿因允禩之甘言诡计为其所惑。允禩故为小心谨畏，于属员则作噢咻体恤之状，……
允禩居心行事如此。尔诸大臣、定已尽知。惟是工部上驷院两衙门官员人等、恐不知廉亲王之居心奸诈。一堕其术中。便为所累。朕岂忍两衙门之臣下、为伊所愚弄乎。用是再加晓谕。非令尔等、每事与伊抗拒。但令尔等、于办事效力之处、一归于正、勿被伊引诱惑乱而已。
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虽然雍正觉得大家应该都已经认出了魅魔的真面目，但大臣们还是纷纷堕其术中，同情魅魔，心甘情愿跟着魅魔受罚。

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乃在廷诸臣，为廉亲王所愚，反以朕为过于苛刻，为伊抱屈。即朕屡降谕旨之时，观众人神色，未尝尽以廉亲王为非。惟舅舅隆科多、大将军年羹尧、大学士王顼龄、侍郎沈近思，曾在朕前陈奏：一年以来，大小臣工因廉亲王贻累者甚多，乃甘心忍受，并不归怨廉亲王。而廉亲王恬然自安，全不知愧，又不念及国法，全无恐惧。此党援之终不能解散者也。
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不仅如此，这些官员还纷纷觉得皇帝真是太坏了，居然加害魅魔。

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尔工部官员等，受皇考数十年教养之恩，当念君臣大义，为朕竭力尽心以图报称，勿因允禩之甘言诡计为其所惑。允禩故为小心谨畏，于属员则作噢咻体恤之状，其心实欲败坏事务，且知朕必能察出，将众人治罪，以彰朕之苛刻，俾众人感伊而归怨于朕，其居心大抵如此。
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大臣们：对不起皇上，你弟弟真好！没忍住，犯错了！

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就是这个魅魔爽！
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就连年羹尧跟雍正上奏时都说：嗯，廉亲王的风味确实好点。

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其允禟语无伦次，心地浅诈，竭力做哭介而无眼泪，故为亲热煦煦孑孑之状，盖有意学廉亲王而细致则远不及也。
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九阿哥：（装哭）（亲热）（演技大爆发）

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年羹尧：（眼前看着九阿哥）（脑子已经飘到千里之外的京城想起可爱的廉亲王)

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年羹尧：并没有说我已经堕其术中，但魅魔确实挺可爱的。嗯。

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魅魔的功力深厚，哪怕在物质上已经离去，精神上还存在于人们心中。

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具体体现为死了还能结党，可能目的是吸活人精气。

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这些人的名字，包括但不限于：鲁尔金、乌尔陈、苏尔金、库尔陈，法海、佛保、达尔当阿、托什、查弼纳，萧永藻、诺岷、高成龄、董永芠、四格、李凤翥、锡保，每个名字拿出来都是响当当的倒霉，哦不对，不能在魅魔面前卓然自立的愚蠢呀！

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甚至酒老师@不沾一滴酒 扒出来，都雍正十二年了，魅魔都去世八年了，大义觉迷录也被强制宣传好几年了，在雍正提拔的官员私下八卦里，邪恶的魅魔阿其那竟然还是【圣祖的八阿哥】【圣祖密旨说他确实好】

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太恐怖了，简直是脑控啊！怪不得说被魅魔骗一次终身受骗！
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雍正都崩溃了，说自己就没见过不会被魅魔蛊惑的汉子。

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尔若不为塞思黑之奸恶所欺骗，能坚持初到大同之心，则将为朕多加夸奖，可惜已枉然了，然而朕将宽恕之。若与阿其那、塞思黑在一处两个月，不为伊等奸计所动之汉子，不被欺骗之聪慧之人亦少矣。
朱批：此不过楚仲防汝之论耳，已被塞思黑之愚矣，与阿其那、塞思黑对面数日，有能不被二人之奸诈所愚者，朕未见也。
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皇帝忍无可忍，把魅魔圈禁起来，免得魅魔又去勾引他人。

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结果民间居然传出谣言，说“八佛被囚，军民怨新主”，魅魔不知道为何被人当成了佛。

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皇帝崩溃了，怒发一万条反问：他哪里佛了？佛在哪里？where is 佛？

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阿其那等心怀奸恶，扰乱国政，煽惑人心，邀买美名，结交匪类，徧处称扬伊善，不过欺人而已，岂能欺上天皇考乎？阿其那等承欢皇考者何处？效力者何处？有裨国家者何处？利济军民者何处？施恩臣工者何处？有益兄弟者何处？且当皇考圣明在御之时，阿其那为皇子，何得交结外人，不曾与政事，有何善足称，遂至人目之为佛者，何故耶？
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清朝民众：对不起皇上，我们也已经堕其术中了。

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十、其实皇帝也被魅魔蛊惑了。

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那到底为什么会达成这个效果呢？

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因为皇帝本人也（曾）堕其术中，甚至房子都在魅魔的隔壁。

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历史上胤禛和胤禩的关系到底怎么样？

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把皇上四哥也算进去，那么单单前十二个序齿 + 未早夭的兄弟，被魅魔蛊惑到的就足足有六个了，占一半。（嗯。

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但皇帝精通觉迷技巧，凭借自己坚定的意志力爬了出来。

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哦！伟大的雍正帝！

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于是雍正帝汲取自身教训，号召大家一定要远离魅魔。结果一扭头，大家还是在堕其术中！

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哦，可怜的雍正帝！

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可惜的是哥们早年堕其术中的痕迹太多，骂个魅魔都要先把自己的存在从魅魔身边摘出去才能骂。

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甚至偶尔还不小心觉迷失败，吐露一些堕其术中的发言。

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年羹尧：并没有说我已经堕其术中，但魅魔确实挺可爱的。嗯。

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雍正：就是说！其他人真是丑妇效颦，万不及一！

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其允禟语无伦次，心地（朱批：秉性）浅诈，竭力做哭（朱批，虽诈，这还好）介而无眼泪，故为亲热煦煦孑孑之状，盖有意学廉亲王而（朱批：丑妇效颦，万不及一！）细致则远不及也。
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嗯，你让雍正承认魅魔貌比西施他是不会承认的，但要是别人试着学魅魔哭，雍正就会骂别人丑妇效颦了。

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好在他儿子乾隆帮他擦了屁股，编的《实录》里基本把雍正口不择言骂魅魔的痕迹全删掉了。

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十一、但另一个儿子就没那么省心了。

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三阿哥·又长高了·大清巨人·弘时，他命中注定的瑛贵人不在后宫。

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在真实历史中，他命中注定的瑛贵人在前朝，正是他的魅魔八叔。

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魅魔：三阿哥你要做什么？我是你的八叔！

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三阿哥：我就那么比不上皇阿玛吗？我心里有你，皇阿玛他老了！

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魅魔还没来得及答应（？）就被他爸圈起来了。（大悲）

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他爸雍正折腾八叔，给他折腾急眼了，跟他爸水灵灵地对着干，给爹气完了。

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早在雍正三年三月，雍正在给诸王的谕旨中就提出：“今尔诸宗室闻朕谕旨，心中以为是者有之，以为不是者亦有之，朕岂能必宗室皆以此旨为是而遵行乎，即朕之子亦不能保其必行。”雍正说，他所下达的谕旨，即使在皇家、皇族的宗室中，有人以为对，也有人以为不对而不执行。即使是自己的儿子，也不能保证其一定会执行。这个“朕之子”当然就是指弘时，说明弘时对其父的政策、行为，多有分歧乃至违抗，已确是事实。
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雍正：我给你高出亲王的待遇，你这小兔崽子胳膊肘还往外拐？！

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三阿哥：可是八叔就是魅……哦不是，八叔可是八叔啊！

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雍正：你既然要为你八叔求情，就去做他的儿子好了。

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我恨极了你们这帮被魅魔蛊惑的蠢货。
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尔等前为弘时请旨，时朕欲颁谕旨。朕禾念知弘时，断不可留内，故特颁旨诸王、大臣断决，以与允禩为子。今已将允禩治罪，掣回带子，从玉牒除名。将弘时既与伊为子，不能不掣回弘时之带子，著將弘时带子掣回。（此为朕深思依理所办之事，)尔等勿得屡加(妄)奏。{治一小人罪时，朕亦慎重，惟恐受冤枉,岂有将弘时强行治罪之理？}(要治允禩逐出宗室之罪，确实意外，此亦弘时之命。但弘时虽系允禩之子，若不交给他入管束，任其安行，亦有关系脸面之处。{将弘时}(其名亦令更改，将此)交付允裪，虽非叔子，仍准管养之。钦此。
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于是儿子乾隆上台后又开始给爹擦屁股。

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又谕、从前三阿哥、年少无知。性情放纵。行事不谨。皇考特加严惩。以教导朕兄弟等。使知儆戒。今三阿哥已故多年。朕念兄弟之谊。似应仍收入谱牒之内。
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大家：对啊，只是和魅魔在一起又有什么错呢。

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奏為查三阿哥從前原因阿其那獲罪株連，與本身獲罪撤去黃帶者不同。今已故多年，蒙皇上篤念兄弟之誼，仍收入譜牒，于情理允宜，應欽遵諭旨，將三阿哥仍載入玉牒。俟命下之日交與宗人府辦理。
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乾隆：其实我爸根本不想把魅魔逐出宗籍，他晚年提到这事就不开心，想后悔啊。

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乾隆：这样吧我们把八叔收回玉牒吧。

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圣心如日在天，固众所共仰也。迨皇考晚年，屡向朕谕及此事，辄愀然不乐，意颇悔之，若将留以有待者。朕即位之初，深有念于孔子三年无改之言，未敢遽易成案。今临御四十三年矣。……此事重大，朕若不言，后世子孙亦无敢言者。所有允祀、允禟二人，自不合还其原爵，仍当复其原名，收入玉牒，两人子孙亦当一并叙入。
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雍正：你个小兔崽子我 adlhaofaj**^KJYK7

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乾隆：对不起爸爸，可是我真的很怀念八叔。

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天啊，魅魔太可怕了，把皇帝逼成这样啊。太可怜了雍正。

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不为什么，“分公母”是一小撮生物的祖征。

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任何可遗传性状，只要不导致携带者的可育后代数量明显减少，就可以作为中性性状持续存在。

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对于脊椎动物的典型形体构型，靠再生能力较低且有循环系统的身体进行出芽、分裂、断裂之类无性生殖并不方便，但是用生殖细胞搞孤雌生殖就方便起来了，当前地球上个体数量最多的爬行动物物种可能是搞了四千多万年孤雌生殖的钩盲蛇，该物种无雄性个体。

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自地球生物诞生以来，以物种数量、个体数量计，无性生殖远比有性生殖更普遍。当前存在的有性生殖物种很可能在距今十几亿年前有个共同祖先[1][2]，该祖先的一些后代还放弃了有性生殖。

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  • 对于细胞生物，当前绝大多数物种、绝大多数个体是无性生殖的原核生物——细菌、古菌。
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  • 非细胞生物（病毒）不进行有性生殖。现存非细胞生物的物种数量可能多于现存细胞生物。
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  • 亚病毒因子尚未被普遍接受为非细胞生物。亚病毒因子不进行有性生殖。
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以生物量计，维管植物会让有性生殖在地球生物中的占比大幅上升。不过，许多维管植物在野外亦能进行无性生殖。

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  • 在没有人为干预的情况下，提供最多生物量的维管植物物种们大多是能够进行有性生殖而不怎么擅长进行无性生殖的。
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  • 在人为干预下，所有维管植物都能进行无性生殖。
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动物的同卵双胞胎也可以视为一种无性生殖、克隆。人现有的身体可以通过同卵双胞胎进行有限的无性生殖。在人为干预下，许多动物可以进行克隆。

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此外，对于有性生殖的物种，同配生殖的物种、细胞融合再分裂的物种是有性而无性别的，许多物种的正常个体是全都雌雄同体的，许多物种有超过两个交配型。许多线虫、许多扁形动物、许多植物是自交的。“分公母”是非主流现象。

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对于“为什么一部分物种有两个性别”，可以看看我回答过的：性别是如何演化出来的？

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  • 原始多细胞生物的细胞同时具有体细胞与生殖细胞的功能，种群中可以随机出现“一部分细胞变得比其他细胞更擅长维护修理基因组，从而比其他细胞更适合用于自我复制”的个体，这些个体有概率延续下来产生同配生殖种群、物种；配子体积的随机变动可以互相筛选出体积差异很大的配子（小型配子在制造和移动时更节约资源、可以大量释放，大型配子比更小的配子更擅长与小型配子结合产生后代），这些个体有概率延续下来产生异配生殖种群、物种。
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  • 在这种模式下，有性生殖无需有任何优势，在过去十几亿年里还没糟糕到携带者全部灭亡就行了。
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  • 顺便说，“一部分细胞变得更擅长”的实现方式包括“其他细胞变得更不擅长”。在生物体内，“做减法”比“做加法”要容易发生：只要随机搞错了一个碱基，就有可能废掉一系列能力或改变大量的调节因素。
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一些人尝试给有性生殖找“好处”，这经常导致纯粹的谬误。另一方面，有性生殖也没有重要的缺点，人们日常找的“缺点”要么不存在要么无所谓。可以看看我回答过的：有性生殖有哪些缺陷？

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在这问题下，读者可以看到很多回答在幻想多样性。

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基因组中的大部分遗传多样性是中性的，既不会提高也不会降低个体生存或产生后代的能力。

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与生物的环境耐性（包括疾病抗性）相关的基因，影响个体生存或产生后代的能力的遗传多样性，存在于基因组内非常特定的区域，与全基因组的遗传多样性完全无关[3]。快速传代、大量繁殖的无性生殖物种或孤雌生殖物种完全可以拥有压倒有性生殖物种的环境耐性。

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不限于无性生殖或孤雌生殖，许多入侵物种抵达新地区时只有数个个体，基因多样性暴跌，但迅速发展为庞大的新种群，并在特定的基因上显示出迅速适应。2021 年，科学家在入侵物种“绿蟹”身上再次确认了这件事[4]。人自己也是很好的证据。

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不为什么，“分公母”是一小撮生物的祖征。

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任何可遗传性状，只要不导致携带者的可育后代数量明显减少，就可以作为中性性状持续存在。

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对于脊椎动物的典型形体构型，靠再生能力较低且有循环系统的身体进行出芽、分裂、断裂之类无性生殖并不方便，但是用生殖细胞搞孤雌生殖就方便起来了，当前地球上个体数量最多的爬行动物物种可能是搞了四千多万年孤雌生殖的钩盲蛇，该物种无雄性个体。

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自地球生物诞生以来，以物种数量、个体数量计，无性生殖远比有性生殖更普遍。当前存在的有性生殖物种很可能在距今十几亿年前有个共同祖先[1][2]，该祖先的一些后代还放弃了有性生殖。

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  • 非细胞生物（病毒）不进行有性生殖。现存非细胞生物的物种数量可能多于现存细胞生物。
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  • 亚病毒因子尚未被普遍接受为非细胞生物。亚病毒因子不进行有性生殖。
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以生物量计，维管植物会让有性生殖在地球生物中的占比大幅上升。不过，许多维管植物在野外亦能进行无性生殖。

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动物的同卵双胞胎也可以视为一种无性生殖、克隆。人现有的身体可以通过同卵双胞胎进行有限的无性生殖。在人为干预下，许多动物可以进行克隆。

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此外，对于有性生殖的物种，同配生殖的物种、细胞融合再分裂的物种是有性而无性别的，许多物种的正常个体是全都雌雄同体的，许多物种有超过两个交配型。许多线虫、许多扁形动物、许多植物是自交的。“分公母”是非主流现象。

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对于“为什么一部分物种有两个性别”，可以看看我回答过的：性别是如何演化出来的？

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  • 原始多细胞生物的细胞同时具有体细胞与生殖细胞的功能，种群中可以随机出现“一部分细胞变得比其他细胞更擅长维护修理基因组，从而比其他细胞更适合用于自我复制”的个体，这些个体有概率延续下来产生同配生殖种群、物种；配子体积的随机变动可以互相筛选出体积差异很大的配子（小型配子在制造和移动时更节约资源、可以大量释放，大型配子比更小的配子更擅长与小型配子结合产生后代），这些个体有概率延续下来产生异配生殖种群、物种。
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  • 顺便说，“一部分细胞变得更擅长”的实现方式包括“其他细胞变得更不擅长”。在生物体内，“做减法”比“做加法”要容易发生：只要随机搞错了一个碱基，就有可能废掉一系列能力或改变大量的调节因素。
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一些人尝试给有性生殖找“好处”，这经常导致纯粹的谬误。另一方面，有性生殖也没有重要的缺点，人们日常找的“缺点”要么不存在要么无所谓。可以看看我回答过的：有性生殖有哪些缺陷？

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在这问题下，读者可以看到很多回答在幻想多样性。

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基因组中的大部分遗传多样性是中性的，既不会提高也不会降低个体生存或产生后代的能力。

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与生物的环境耐性（包括疾病抗性）相关的基因，影响个体生存或产生后代的能力的遗传多样性，存在于基因组内非常特定的区域，与全基因组的遗传多样性完全无关[3]。快速传代、大量繁殖的无性生殖物种或孤雌生殖物种完全可以拥有压倒有性生殖物种的环境耐性。

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几乎所有的回答都有一个默认的前提：语言早于文字。

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这怎么可能不对呢？

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难道不是先有说话，才可能有记录说话的需求？

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我们总在线性思维中整理着自己的过去：

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这个东西叫做“人工搬运物”。
什么意思？就是说这个像人脸的“石头”，并不是人类雕刻出来的人工产物。
而是很可能早到南方古猿时代，类人猿从自然界中间寻找到的自身形象的觉察物。
这个东西的发现对语言学具有颠覆价值的原因是，它很可能解释了表意文字完全不同于表音文字的“演化历程”。
早在现代智人还没有形成之前，“人工搬运物”作为人类对自身的觉察就已经开始以一种“符号提取”的方式出现在自然物的有意识的选择，而不是制造之中。
这一发现，甚至会撼动人类工具演化的诸多理论。
比如，我们完全可以设想，最早期的工具演化就是一种“人工搬运”。
我们把“尖锐”、“锋利”、“结实”等诸多概念从自然物中“搬运”入自己的工具集里。
因此所有的人类创造，首先必须能够提取“意义”，随后才能制造工具。
这就是表意文字的恐怖之处。
它根本不是语言的“记录”，甚至更合理的猜测是，它反而是语言的缔造者。
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当我们说文字和语言的线性关系的时候，我们其实就已经掉入了题主和大部分答主的前置设定之中。

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那就是文字和语言的进化是严格的语言线性的先行的。

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但我认为语言人类学的很多发现并不支持这种看起来绝对正确的思维。

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就像大卫.格雷伯清晰的证明了，早期人类社会，不存在一个广泛存在的以物易物的交换系统。

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丹尼尔.L.埃弗雷特在《语言的诞生》中，也清晰的证明了文字和认知—意识之间的演化关系。

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也就是说，文字作为一种符号实践，其诞生的演化需求，很可能要远远早于语言。

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我们之所以觉得语言必定早于文字，无非是因为我们把表音文字的语言转化效用，当成了语言的本质，同时也把文字和认知之间的关系，当成了一种绝对教条的——因果关系。

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我们下意识的认为，一定必须先有语言作为一种对认知的“显现”，随后才需要文字对这种显现记录。

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随后我们认为在动物日常中间的，基于发音的“信息交流”就是语言的母体：

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但如果我们仔细审查这个信息和语言关系的图标，你会发现信息的交流结构中不存在语言的效用：

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这是《认知语用学》里的一副插图，将人类的交际行为和动物的交际行为做了一个对比，我们可以看到“信息提取”——也就是分辨事物——并不是人和动物在交际上的主要区别。同样交际——也就是信息交流——原则上也无需语言的参与。前两种能力的唯一区别是意向性，我们可以简略的把它理解成为是否具有目的性，毕竟当一只狮子在草原上溜达，无意中发现了一只羚羊，并不需要有意为之，不管它是否饥饿，羚羊的形象都会自然的通过狮子发现的线索，出现在它的心灵里，而如果这个发现触发了捕猎，羚羊就成了一个目标，狮子必须跟随这个目标不停的调整自己的行为，如果是合作狩猎，它还需要呼叫同伴，让其和自己拥有共同的目标，围绕目标的一系列的目的性行为，就可以被看作是有意向的。
图例上进一步表示，前两种互动虽然有意向性上的区别，但都是非象征性的，只有人类的交际行为，那种运用语言的交流，才能称之为象征性的。
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意向性——表达为对象性陈述为象征性，其实就是对意识的描述。

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所以，严格来说创造工具并不会需要意识，只有有目的，有意象的从物中提取工具的符号形象，才能称之为有意识：

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【……伯施和伯施.阿克曼（Boesch and Boesch Achermann，1991）通过对象牙海岸雨林中的野生大猩猩的观察发现，为了让小猩猩学会如何敲碎坚果，猩猩母亲用类似锤子的工具现场展示。事实上，猩猩母亲不仅给小猩猩提供锤子，而且向它演示如何使用锤子、坚果怎么放等细节。……】
这段话摘抄自布鲁诺.G.巴拉的《认知语用学：交际的心智过程》，猩猩母亲掌握了使用工具的能力，考虑到它已经能够从自然物中分离出“锤子”，不得不说大猩猩拥有了某种非常原始的意象。可当它们没有语言的时候，这些意象并不能像概念那样被精确掌握，并用来解释“锤子”的功用。它们传达这些能力的唯一方式就是直观的演示，一遍一遍的，猩猩母亲不停的重复着使用工具的体验，希望孩子在一旁的观察中，能够从它自己的体验里分辨出“锤子”与其他石头的区别（界限），以及作为一个工具的意义。依赖生命体验的实践虽然让大猩猩掌握了某些也许可以称为概念前身的模糊意象，但作为一个没有语言的生灵，它是无法孤立于自己的行为，而将自己的体验传达给其他同类的。
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而表意文字的整个演化过程，几乎就是人类认知→意识的产生过程。

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也就是说仅仅从语音的信息交流出发，用一种教条的线性进步的逻辑，声称语言中的“意向性陈述”来自于原始的，动物也存在的，语音的信息交流的需求，是极端不合理的。

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这也是为什么即便在香农的信息建模中，我们也照样看不到语义存在的原因：

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香农的通信管道隐喻，只能为信息的明确性负责，而根本无法为语义的明确性负责。
毕竟，信息学关心的不是“这句话传达了什么？”，而是“这句话传达了吗？”。
一组编码的可辨别性，和一组编码的“意义”是根本不可能通约的。
主流的认知科学，解决这个问题的方法，是拒绝面对它。
比如乔姆斯基的“UG”，在一种算法逻辑下，关心所谓的“亚人符号”其实说白了，就是想要在自己的语言学理论里，拒绝“语义”这个概念。
本质上，他希望“功能主义”的所谓副现象在这里发挥作用。
也就是说，语言不过是某种类似于“基因编码”的规律性运动，这个规律性运动是一切语言行为的“发动机”；而所谓的语义，不过是这个语言行为的——副现象——也就是发动机的轰鸣声。
在这样的意义上，主流的，遵从于 UG 路径的语言学家们，其实根本不在乎“语义”这么个东西。
这种心态和传统认知心理学根本不在乎“意识”，而只在乎“智能”是一个道理。
在大多数认知学家的视域里，“意识”是一个语义欠明的——缀词。
所以，在主流语言学中，过度的，甚至冗余的对数学的依赖，其实只不过是不停的尝试将语言学转化为一种信息学的趋势罢了。
——被发明的认知：作为文化迁移的语言演化
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这就是为什么我认为表意文字在认知演化上的效用，要远远大于表音文字的原因。

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也就是说，表意符号的实践操作，以百万年为单位，很可能横跨了早期古人种的整个演化历程。

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也因此表意符号演化为表意文字很可能是所有语音最终能够实践为语言的根本前提。

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很好，说清楚了这个问题，我们回到表音文字对表意文字的替代问题上。

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这个问题极度复杂，我只说一个最粗糙的线条。

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在人类神话时代的晚期，部族的迁徙问题，开始表现成为一种“入侵”问题。

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入侵这个概念，不存在与文化体系形成之前。

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没有文化体系，实际上就不会产生迁徙的时间—历史性觉察。

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也就是不会出现祖先、图腾、仪式的传承问题。

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没有这些传承问题，就算是长期定居，也不会形成对地域的文化固着。

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不会形成疆界、领土这样的概念。

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狩猎采集文化可以将法杖伫立的地方比作“世界的中心”。

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也就是说世界是可以被部落从一个地区带到另一个地区，不存在一种时间和空间交汇的，历史的起点。

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部落之间发生冲突，就算是以百年为单位的定居生活被破坏，只要这种定居的文化体系还没有固着在时空中（历史性的前身），那么占领者和迁徙者之间就不存在任何“被侵略”和“侵略”的问题。

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土地和果实没有本质区别。

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但随着表意符号体系的越来越成熟，它不仅要求语音能够传达意向性，这种认知最基底的效用。

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它开始对语言再次产生了符号提起的需求。

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这就是所谓的语义——意义的认知演化，文化在这种演化中产生了。

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语义是构筑一切世界时空（也就是对象化—客观性）认知的基底。

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这种认知带来了“存在性”问题。

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文化为其居住的时空提供了意义，并将这些时空存在化。

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这是一切农耕能够发展为农业文明的根本前提。

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文化人类学发现了广泛存在于早期人类那里的农业停滞问题。

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也就是人类非常早期就已经掌握了发展农业所需要的大量植物培育技术。

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但世界的存在性——意义性追求没有产生之前，对一个地区的深度开发的意愿性是不存在的。

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所以，仅仅依靠地理决定论是不能解释早期人类那里广泛存在的农业停滞问题的。

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只有一种文化体系——祖先 / 神灵崇拜的时空性—历史性回溯，才可能造成对一个地域和一种文化的永恒性绑定问题。

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人类最早的一批定居文化就是这样形成的。

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但紧接着，以原始印欧人横跨欧亚大陆的大迁徙为代表，人类历史上最早的入侵出现了：

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当这些原始印欧人到达他们的新家园时，他们遇到了当地的族群，后者相对要和平一些，不那么尚武好战，从事农耕生产，富于艺术创造力，在社会结构上或许是平等主义的，而且崇拜女神。本土民族拥有发达的审美意识，他们建造二层楼房和美丽的神庙——我们已为这些建筑做了陶土模型。他们还生产优美的彩绘陶器。他们或被库尔干人同化，或被消灭，因为库尔干人驯化了马，又具有军事才能，这都使他们占尽优势。原始印欧人还把他们的语言和宗教强加给本土族群，尽管在因此而形成的“印欧”语言与文化中，本土语言与宗教的一些残迹一直在其底层存在着。这样看来所谓“印欧”，便是库尔干人和古欧洲人相融合的一个结果。
——马丽加.金芭塔丝《活着的女神》
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这个入侵过程，在印度就表现成为一种为了彻底隔离古文明的种姓制度的形成史：

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这就是为什么西方的传统文化，也就是常青藤哲学，动不动就要把自己的神秘学谱系，往印度歪，因为实在无法在欧洲去溯源这个传统。
但我一直说，印度断代的问题，比起欧洲，更是一笔烂账。
印度教实际上是雅利安人入侵之后，为了断绝哈拉帕文明的传统而出现的。
而这个断绝的“畸形决策”，直接造成了传统精神的重大创伤。
不要忘了一切传统文化的根，就在对人类传承的根本维护上。
可全世界任何一个地区，也没有印度的种姓制度神学化后的宗教——印度教——更畸形的斩断传承的。
尽管有物质文明的灭绝，甚至可能蔓延到文化精神的遮蔽，但不管如何，没有哪个地区会为了隔绝过去，而发明出一种隔绝的宗教体系。
——周易和塔罗的区别是什么？
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尽管其他地区没有印度这么“决绝”，但广泛的入侵形态的融合，带来的替代问题很可能才是表音文字诞生的一大动力。

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不同的文化产生了剧烈的碰撞，表意实践还没有深入到语义—存在—意义阶段的体系，面临着一个如何吸收“异族语义”的过程。

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这个异族性觉察，还是其占领，侵袭文化提供的。

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也就是民族性是被征服民族提供的奇特结构，带来了一种极端的，需要真理化征服者的需求。

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这是最早的基于外部征服—真理性—客观性对神话性宗教，进行神学性改造的起点。

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绝对的善恶观，将道德律法化，唯一的真理→神的统治——这一切都是征服者通过被征服者的文化，产生的一种荒谬的，怎么说呢……“文明觉醒”？

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表音文字的大发展亦是这种征服—侵略性文明觉醒的一部分。

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注意，我这里不是说表音文字代表着一种侵略性，我是说没有文化体系之间的侵略—征服性的剧烈变动，不同文化的文字交流，不可能如此激烈、急切的表达成为一种语音的符号转译，而不是认知的符号实践。

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实际上古埃及的象形文字的在异族入侵压力下的大变迁，就体现了这一点：

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埃及人和赫梯人的区别该如何建立？如果说在埃及鼎盛时期这一问题可以被忽略，那么当异族已经入主帝国，成为了埃及主人的时候，文化就开始了其“内化”的过程。
这一过程已经无法从当下的危机中寻求力量，反省过去成为了一个契机。
每一个文明、文化、或者民族个体，当它们觉察到自身的存在（这种觉察最容易被文明的存亡危机所激活）的时候，为自己寻求与他者边界的意图就开始变得紧迫了起来。
一个文化工具必须为其存在提供一个过去的源头，这个源头不能再是理所当然的关于当下的自然延展。变化带来的冲击必须的得到解释，觉察正在从流动的体验中渴望寻找到永恒的线索。这就是历史的最初冲动吗？
埃及人选择了神庙作为过去的源头。毕竟在埃及的神话中神庙建立在原初世界那混沌中最初的土堆之上。那是神圣的，那是创世的最高起源。
于是神庙在埃及文化后起的异族危机中开始层层包裹，与外界隔离的欲望在建筑结构的封闭中不停的体现了出来。神庙里的象形文字从 700 个激增到 7000 个，这个时候独立的文字已经无法承担精确性的历史追求，如果说当下为歧义提供了最丰满的语境，那么死去的历史重建则远离了这种丰满，它渴望更为精确的区别，历史追求的是一种无可置疑的，刻板而繁杂的奠基。
这是文明的边界、民族的壁垒。
——死后的历史：大传统构建的文本过去
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一种象形—表意文字的衰落，往往是一个文明即将被彻底替代的标志。

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后来者并不愿意完全传承过去的历史，而是从它的尸体中寻找重新搭建征服者文化的技术。

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从这一次大入侵→大征服之后，表意文字所代表的，那个人类早期，创造了一切认知基底的神话时代，在世界大部分地区就结束了。

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表意文字所代表的那种基于体验—觉察为基底的，认知形态也开始被抛弃。

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但在东亚区域的华夏文明圈却保留了这种认知形态。

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这就是为什么在很多迷恋客观性—对象化思维的现代人来说，中国传统文化总会被谩骂成为一种活该在近代落后的，没有科学—理性精神的落后文明的原因。

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但这种思维的可悲，就像表音和表意文字的线性—替代—进步思维一样，就像把科学和技术实践做出强绑定，货币和以物易物做出强绑定，信息和文字做出强绑定一样，它纯粹就是一种客观性思维的产物，而从来不可能提供一种有效的对何为客观性思维的审查：

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一切所谓工具理性，实验精神都不是一种“系统”，更不是什么拥有本质的精神，它从头到尾就是一种——民俗。
一切基于“工程操作”理念的认知集合（比如工具、实验……），都不过是一种技术手册，这个技术手册中的一切经验规律，都根本不需要进行——哲学化的确定性总结，也就是所谓的——科学。
也就是说，你以为科学的巨大价值，无非是一个鸠占鹊巢的游戏，而这个游戏的始作俑者，就是哲学的现代化构造——科学精神：
【以下是我们准备支持的哲学观点：科学精神必须在反自然、反我们身上和身外的本性冲动和号令中，反自然的驱使、反色彩斑斓和多样的事实中形成。
——巴什拉《科学精神的形成》】
巴什拉在他的这本著作中，最准确但同时在我看来也是最可笑的展示了这种科学精神最实质的内涵——科学的政治性规约。
科学的一切操作根本没有任何创造性可言，在大部分技术环节，“科学”这个概念是毫无价值，也是毫无意义的，它唯一的作用，就是在一切“多样性”、“自然而然”、“色彩斑斓”、“事实”的实践—实验之后，来按照一种既定的标准对这一切实践做出“价值裁决”。
这个价值裁决，才是“科学”这个概念能够在现代社会发挥效用的——唯一目的。
——如今的哲学变成什么样了？
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这就是信息→语音→语言→文字，在科学陈述中的，一切所谓合理性的来源。

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好了，当我们弄清楚了在认知诞生的初期，表意文字的演化所扮演的角色，我们就会明白为什么表音文字，在这种视域下，根本没有跟表意文字进行对比的空间。

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同时，如果我们也熟悉了表音文字自身大发展，是如何与神话时代晚期的，人类最早的一次入侵所带来的征服文化的大崛起的历史息息相关的，那么“客观性—对象化—神学化”思维为什么在表音文字中如此核心，就实在不那么奇怪了。

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那么，当我们掌握了这些“区别”，我们回到中国的表意文字，回想一下近代拉丁化思潮对它的口诛笔伐，是不是就有了一些理解其历史原因的线索？

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所以，为什么唯独中国的文字几经变迁，备受摧残，却最终仍然没有丢弃自己的“表意”？

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这个文字和它那遥远过去的“根”到底是什么关系？

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对这一切的摸索就要靠我们自己各自的志趣了。

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毕竟，这个时代，我们自身文化的研究，恐怕大部分的主流，也在科学的名义下，实在表音化了……。

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几乎所有的回答都有一个默认的前提：语言早于文字。

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这怎么可能不对呢？

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难道不是先有说话，才可能有记录说话的需求？

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我们总在线性思维中整理着自己的过去：

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这个东西叫做“人工搬运物”。
什么意思？就是说这个像人脸的“石头”，并不是人类雕刻出来的人工产物。
而是很可能早到南方古猿时代，类人猿从自然界中间寻找到的自身形象的觉察物。
这个东西的发现对语言学具有颠覆价值的原因是，它很可能解释了表意文字完全不同于表音文字的“演化历程”。
早在现代智人还没有形成之前，“人工搬运物”作为人类对自身的觉察就已经开始以一种“符号提取”的方式出现在自然物的有意识的选择，而不是制造之中。
这一发现，甚至会撼动人类工具演化的诸多理论。
比如，我们完全可以设想，最早期的工具演化就是一种“人工搬运”。
我们把“尖锐”、“锋利”、“结实”等诸多概念从自然物中“搬运”入自己的工具集里。
因此所有的人类创造，首先必须能够提取“意义”，随后才能制造工具。
这就是表意文字的恐怖之处。
它根本不是语言的“记录”，甚至更合理的猜测是，它反而是语言的缔造者。
——易经的科学原理是什么？
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当我们说文字和语言的线性关系的时候，我们其实就已经掉入了题主和大部分答主的前置设定之中。

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那就是文字和语言的进化是严格的语言线性的先行的。

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但我认为语言人类学的很多发现并不支持这种看起来绝对正确的思维。

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就像大卫.格雷伯清晰的证明了，早期人类社会，不存在一个广泛存在的以物易物的交换系统。

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丹尼尔.L.埃弗雷特在《语言的诞生》中，也清晰的证明了文字和认知—意识之间的演化关系。

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也就是说，文字作为一种符号实践，其诞生的演化需求，很可能要远远早于语言。

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我们之所以觉得语言必定早于文字，无非是因为我们把表音文字的语言转化效用，当成了语言的本质，同时也把文字和认知之间的关系，当成了一种绝对教条的——因果关系。

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我们下意识的认为，一定必须先有语言作为一种对认知的“显现”，随后才需要文字对这种显现记录。

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随后我们认为在动物日常中间的，基于发音的“信息交流”就是语言的母体：

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但如果我们仔细审查这个信息和语言关系的图标，你会发现信息的交流结构中不存在语言的效用：

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这是《认知语用学》里的一副插图，将人类的交际行为和动物的交际行为做了一个对比，我们可以看到“信息提取”——也就是分辨事物——并不是人和动物在交际上的主要区别。同样交际——也就是信息交流——原则上也无需语言的参与。前两种能力的唯一区别是意向性，我们可以简略的把它理解成为是否具有目的性，毕竟当一只狮子在草原上溜达，无意中发现了一只羚羊，并不需要有意为之，不管它是否饥饿，羚羊的形象都会自然的通过狮子发现的线索，出现在它的心灵里，而如果这个发现触发了捕猎，羚羊就成了一个目标，狮子必须跟随这个目标不停的调整自己的行为，如果是合作狩猎，它还需要呼叫同伴，让其和自己拥有共同的目标，围绕目标的一系列的目的性行为，就可以被看作是有意向的。
图例上进一步表示，前两种互动虽然有意向性上的区别，但都是非象征性的，只有人类的交际行为，那种运用语言的交流，才能称之为象征性的。
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意向性——表达为对象性陈述为象征性，其实就是对意识的描述。

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所以，严格来说创造工具并不会需要意识，只有有目的，有意象的从物中提取工具的符号形象，才能称之为有意识：

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【……伯施和伯施.阿克曼（Boesch and Boesch Achermann，1991）通过对象牙海岸雨林中的野生大猩猩的观察发现，为了让小猩猩学会如何敲碎坚果，猩猩母亲用类似锤子的工具现场展示。事实上，猩猩母亲不仅给小猩猩提供锤子，而且向它演示如何使用锤子、坚果怎么放等细节。……】
这段话摘抄自布鲁诺.G.巴拉的《认知语用学：交际的心智过程》，猩猩母亲掌握了使用工具的能力，考虑到它已经能够从自然物中分离出“锤子”，不得不说大猩猩拥有了某种非常原始的意象。可当它们没有语言的时候，这些意象并不能像概念那样被精确掌握，并用来解释“锤子”的功用。它们传达这些能力的唯一方式就是直观的演示，一遍一遍的，猩猩母亲不停的重复着使用工具的体验，希望孩子在一旁的观察中，能够从它自己的体验里分辨出“锤子”与其他石头的区别（界限），以及作为一个工具的意义。依赖生命体验的实践虽然让大猩猩掌握了某些也许可以称为概念前身的模糊意象，但作为一个没有语言的生灵，它是无法孤立于自己的行为，而将自己的体验传达给其他同类的。
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而表意文字的整个演化过程，几乎就是人类认知→意识的产生过程。

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也就是说仅仅从语音的信息交流出发，用一种教条的线性进步的逻辑，声称语言中的“意向性陈述”来自于原始的，动物也存在的，语音的信息交流的需求，是极端不合理的。

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这也是为什么即便在香农的信息建模中，我们也照样看不到语义存在的原因：

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香农的通信管道隐喻，只能为信息的明确性负责，而根本无法为语义的明确性负责。
毕竟，信息学关心的不是“这句话传达了什么？”，而是“这句话传达了吗？”。
一组编码的可辨别性，和一组编码的“意义”是根本不可能通约的。
主流的认知科学，解决这个问题的方法，是拒绝面对它。
比如乔姆斯基的“UG”，在一种算法逻辑下，关心所谓的“亚人符号”其实说白了，就是想要在自己的语言学理论里，拒绝“语义”这个概念。
本质上，他希望“功能主义”的所谓副现象在这里发挥作用。
也就是说，语言不过是某种类似于“基因编码”的规律性运动，这个规律性运动是一切语言行为的“发动机”；而所谓的语义，不过是这个语言行为的——副现象——也就是发动机的轰鸣声。
在这样的意义上，主流的，遵从于 UG 路径的语言学家们，其实根本不在乎“语义”这么个东西。
这种心态和传统认知心理学根本不在乎“意识”，而只在乎“智能”是一个道理。
在大多数认知学家的视域里，“意识”是一个语义欠明的——缀词。
所以，在主流语言学中，过度的，甚至冗余的对数学的依赖，其实只不过是不停的尝试将语言学转化为一种信息学的趋势罢了。
——被发明的认知：作为文化迁移的语言演化
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这就是为什么我认为表意文字在认知演化上的效用，要远远大于表音文字的原因。

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也就是说，表意符号的实践操作，以百万年为单位，很可能横跨了早期古人种的整个演化历程。

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也因此表意符号演化为表意文字很可能是所有语音最终能够实践为语言的根本前提。

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很好，说清楚了这个问题，我们回到表音文字对表意文字的替代问题上。

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这个问题极度复杂，我只说一个最粗糙的线条。

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在人类神话时代的晚期，部族的迁徙问题，开始表现成为一种“入侵”问题。

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入侵这个概念，不存在与文化体系形成之前。

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没有文化体系，实际上就不会产生迁徙的时间—历史性觉察。

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也就是不会出现祖先、图腾、仪式的传承问题。

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没有这些传承问题，就算是长期定居，也不会形成对地域的文化固着。

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不会形成疆界、领土这样的概念。

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狩猎采集文化可以将法杖伫立的地方比作“世界的中心”。

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也就是说世界是可以被部落从一个地区带到另一个地区，不存在一种时间和空间交汇的，历史的起点。

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部落之间发生冲突，就算是以百年为单位的定居生活被破坏，只要这种定居的文化体系还没有固着在时空中（历史性的前身），那么占领者和迁徙者之间就不存在任何“被侵略”和“侵略”的问题。

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土地和果实没有本质区别。

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但随着表意符号体系的越来越成熟，它不仅要求语音能够传达意向性，这种认知最基底的效用。

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它开始对语言再次产生了符号提起的需求。

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这就是所谓的语义——意义的认知演化，文化在这种演化中产生了。

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这种认知带来了“存在性”问题。

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文化为其居住的时空提供了意义，并将这些时空存在化。

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这是一切农耕能够发展为农业文明的根本前提。

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文化人类学发现了广泛存在于早期人类那里的农业停滞问题。

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也就是人类非常早期就已经掌握了发展农业所需要的大量植物培育技术。

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但世界的存在性——意义性追求没有产生之前，对一个地区的深度开发的意愿性是不存在的。

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所以，仅仅依靠地理决定论是不能解释早期人类那里广泛存在的农业停滞问题的。

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只有一种文化体系——祖先 / 神灵崇拜的时空性—历史性回溯，才可能造成对一个地域和一种文化的永恒性绑定问题。

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人类最早的一批定居文化就是这样形成的。

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但紧接着，以原始印欧人横跨欧亚大陆的大迁徙为代表，人类历史上最早的入侵出现了：

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当这些原始印欧人到达他们的新家园时，他们遇到了当地的族群，后者相对要和平一些，不那么尚武好战，从事农耕生产，富于艺术创造力，在社会结构上或许是平等主义的，而且崇拜女神。本土民族拥有发达的审美意识，他们建造二层楼房和美丽的神庙——我们已为这些建筑做了陶土模型。他们还生产优美的彩绘陶器。他们或被库尔干人同化，或被消灭，因为库尔干人驯化了马，又具有军事才能，这都使他们占尽优势。原始印欧人还把他们的语言和宗教强加给本土族群，尽管在因此而形成的“印欧”语言与文化中，本土语言与宗教的一些残迹一直在其底层存在着。这样看来所谓“印欧”，便是库尔干人和古欧洲人相融合的一个结果。
——马丽加.金芭塔丝《活着的女神》
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这个入侵过程，在印度就表现成为一种为了彻底隔离古文明的种姓制度的形成史：

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这就是为什么西方的传统文化，也就是常青藤哲学，动不动就要把自己的神秘学谱系，往印度歪，因为实在无法在欧洲去溯源这个传统。
但我一直说，印度断代的问题，比起欧洲，更是一笔烂账。
印度教实际上是雅利安人入侵之后，为了断绝哈拉帕文明的传统而出现的。
而这个断绝的“畸形决策”，直接造成了传统精神的重大创伤。
不要忘了一切传统文化的根，就在对人类传承的根本维护上。
可全世界任何一个地区，也没有印度的种姓制度神学化后的宗教——印度教——更畸形的斩断传承的。
尽管有物质文明的灭绝，甚至可能蔓延到文化精神的遮蔽，但不管如何，没有哪个地区会为了隔绝过去，而发明出一种隔绝的宗教体系。
——周易和塔罗的区别是什么？
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尽管其他地区没有印度这么“决绝”，但广泛的入侵形态的融合，带来的替代问题很可能才是表音文字诞生的一大动力。

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不同的文化产生了剧烈的碰撞，表意实践还没有深入到语义—存在—意义阶段的体系，面临着一个如何吸收“异族语义”的过程。

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这个异族性觉察，还是其占领，侵袭文化提供的。

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也就是民族性是被征服民族提供的奇特结构，带来了一种极端的，需要真理化征服者的需求。

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这是最早的基于外部征服—真理性—客观性对神话性宗教，进行神学性改造的起点。

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绝对的善恶观，将道德律法化，唯一的真理→神的统治——这一切都是征服者通过被征服者的文化，产生的一种荒谬的，怎么说呢……“文明觉醒”？

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表音文字的大发展亦是这种征服—侵略性文明觉醒的一部分。

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注意，我这里不是说表音文字代表着一种侵略性，我是说没有文化体系之间的侵略—征服性的剧烈变动，不同文化的文字交流，不可能如此激烈、急切的表达成为一种语音的符号转译，而不是认知的符号实践。

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实际上古埃及的象形文字的在异族入侵压力下的大变迁，就体现了这一点：

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埃及人和赫梯人的区别该如何建立？如果说在埃及鼎盛时期这一问题可以被忽略，那么当异族已经入主帝国，成为了埃及主人的时候，文化就开始了其“内化”的过程。
这一过程已经无法从当下的危机中寻求力量，反省过去成为了一个契机。
每一个文明、文化、或者民族个体，当它们觉察到自身的存在（这种觉察最容易被文明的存亡危机所激活）的时候，为自己寻求与他者边界的意图就开始变得紧迫了起来。
一个文化工具必须为其存在提供一个过去的源头，这个源头不能再是理所当然的关于当下的自然延展。变化带来的冲击必须的得到解释，觉察正在从流动的体验中渴望寻找到永恒的线索。这就是历史的最初冲动吗？
埃及人选择了神庙作为过去的源头。毕竟在埃及的神话中神庙建立在原初世界那混沌中最初的土堆之上。那是神圣的，那是创世的最高起源。
于是神庙在埃及文化后起的异族危机中开始层层包裹，与外界隔离的欲望在建筑结构的封闭中不停的体现了出来。神庙里的象形文字从 700 个激增到 7000 个，这个时候独立的文字已经无法承担精确性的历史追求，如果说当下为歧义提供了最丰满的语境，那么死去的历史重建则远离了这种丰满，它渴望更为精确的区别，历史追求的是一种无可置疑的，刻板而繁杂的奠基。
这是文明的边界、民族的壁垒。
——死后的历史：大传统构建的文本过去
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一种象形—表意文字的衰落，往往是一个文明即将被彻底替代的标志。

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后来者并不愿意完全传承过去的历史，而是从它的尸体中寻找重新搭建征服者文化的技术。

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从这一次大入侵→大征服之后，表意文字所代表的，那个人类早期，创造了一切认知基底的神话时代，在世界大部分地区就结束了。

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表意文字所代表的那种基于体验—觉察为基底的，认知形态也开始被抛弃。

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但在东亚区域的华夏文明圈却保留了这种认知形态。

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这就是为什么在很多迷恋客观性—对象化思维的现代人来说，中国传统文化总会被谩骂成为一种活该在近代落后的，没有科学—理性精神的落后文明的原因。

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但这种思维的可悲，就像表音和表意文字的线性—替代—进步思维一样，就像把科学和技术实践做出强绑定，货币和以物易物做出强绑定，信息和文字做出强绑定一样，它纯粹就是一种客观性思维的产物，而从来不可能提供一种有效的对何为客观性思维的审查：

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一切所谓工具理性，实验精神都不是一种“系统”，更不是什么拥有本质的精神，它从头到尾就是一种——民俗。
一切基于“工程操作”理念的认知集合（比如工具、实验……），都不过是一种技术手册，这个技术手册中的一切经验规律，都根本不需要进行——哲学化的确定性总结，也就是所谓的——科学。
也就是说，你以为科学的巨大价值，无非是一个鸠占鹊巢的游戏，而这个游戏的始作俑者，就是哲学的现代化构造——科学精神：
【以下是我们准备支持的哲学观点：科学精神必须在反自然、反我们身上和身外的本性冲动和号令中，反自然的驱使、反色彩斑斓和多样的事实中形成。
——巴什拉《科学精神的形成》】
巴什拉在他的这本著作中，最准确但同时在我看来也是最可笑的展示了这种科学精神最实质的内涵——科学的政治性规约。
科学的一切操作根本没有任何创造性可言，在大部分技术环节，“科学”这个概念是毫无价值，也是毫无意义的，它唯一的作用，就是在一切“多样性”、“自然而然”、“色彩斑斓”、“事实”的实践—实验之后，来按照一种既定的标准对这一切实践做出“价值裁决”。
这个价值裁决，才是“科学”这个概念能够在现代社会发挥效用的——唯一目的。
——如今的哲学变成什么样了？
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这就是信息→语音→语言→文字，在科学陈述中的，一切所谓合理性的来源。

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好了，当我们弄清楚了在认知诞生的初期，表意文字的演化所扮演的角色，我们就会明白为什么表音文字，在这种视域下，根本没有跟表意文字进行对比的空间。

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同时，如果我们也熟悉了表音文字自身大发展，是如何与神话时代晚期的，人类最早的一次入侵所带来的征服文化的大崛起的历史息息相关的，那么“客观性—对象化—神学化”思维为什么在表音文字中如此核心，就实在不那么奇怪了。

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那么，当我们掌握了这些“区别”，我们回到中国的表意文字，回想一下近代拉丁化思潮对它的口诛笔伐，是不是就有了一些理解其历史原因的线索？

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所以，为什么唯独中国的文字几经变迁，备受摧残，却最终仍然没有丢弃自己的“表意”？

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这个文字和它那遥远过去的“根”到底是什么关系？

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对这一切的摸索就要靠我们自己各自的志趣了。

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毕竟，这个时代，我们自身文化的研究，恐怕大部分的主流，也在科学的名义下，实在表音化了……。

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@云楼 ：具体情况是什么搜不到了，但很明显，是这位领导自己想要去玩的。
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简要地说，最主要的原因是为了增强在地面和洞穴中的行动能力。

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与蜜蜂和胡蜂不同，蚂蚁拥有独特的搬运重物的能力，工蚁时常可以携带数百倍于自身体重的物品。而飞虫的承重能力相对来说弱很多，每次只能运输很少的食物，比如两个花粉团或者一块从猎物身上切下的肉块。

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这让它们的觅食模式和生态位产生了根本性的差异：蜂类类似空降兵，锁定一块拥有丰富资源的区域，并且依靠翅膀的便利性快速往返逐步取回；而蚂蚁则进行地毯式搜查，寻找那些分布零散的食物，类似昆虫尸体或种子。由于它们强大的搬运能力，往往仅需一只或几只工蚁就能胜任携带食物的重任。即使遇到无法搬运的大块食物，它们也能迅速留下气味路径回去摇人，让援助精准到达现场，而不像蜜蜂那样依靠无法避免误差的摇摆舞。

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那么，失去翅膀是如何增强蚂蚁地面行动能力的呢？

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我们知道，胸部（在蜂类中，腹部第一节与胸部融合）是昆虫的运动中心，驱动着腿和翅膀，前后连接这头部和腹部。这意味着胸部的空间时常被大量肌肉，尤其是飞行肌填充；而丢弃翅膀并改造胸部结构无疑是增强蚂蚁地面行动能力的最佳选择。

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蚁属物种的蚁后与工蚁对比，可以直观地看到二者胸部的结构差异。图源网络
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具体如下：

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颈部肌肉的改造

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新翅类飞虫的胸部本质上是一个飞行发动机，填充着强壮的肌肉，通过牵拉铰接式的胸甲带动翅膀运动。而膜翅目作为飞行能力很强的类群，飞行肌尤其发达，甚至填满了本就很小的前胸部分，这导致控制头部运动的四块肌肉不得不夹缝求生。

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而对于工蚁，由于没有了飞行肌的约束，颈部肌肉大大加强，直接连接到前胸与中胸的接缝处，而蚁后只到前胸的一半。同时，工蚁具有拱形的胸部，与飞行蜂类平顶的胸部不同，这让颈部肌肉有了更大的附着表面和更好的发力方向。有了颈部肌肉的加强，工蚁便可以轻松叼起重物。

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蚁后（左）与工蚁的颈部肌肉（红橙色）差异，紫色部分为飞行肌。图源网络
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腿部肌肉的增强

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当然，只练脖子不练腿可不行。昆虫的腿的运动由一系列从胸部侧面插入腿部基节的小肌肉群控制，作用较大的是外转节肌，它们的主体位于胸部，通过一条长长的肌腱与转节相连。它们主要的作用是致使腿部内收，抬起身体和蚂蚁所承受的任何负荷。

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在蚁后中，外转节肌很短，因为它们被巨大的飞行肌挤压在胸部底部。而对于工蚁，它们的外转节肌可以直接延伸到背部，尤其是中腿和后腿的部分。这给予了工蚁强大的核心能力，让它们能够在重压下依旧健步如飞。

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结节肌的增大

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蚂蚁的胸部与后腹部通过结节连接，与颈部类似，有四块肌肉通过拮抗作用控制后腹部的动作。由于膜翅目昆虫的后腹部拥有注射 / 喷洒毒液、在行走时稳定身体等诸多作用，所以控制它的肌肉就显得尤为重要。

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工蚁的结节肌几乎填充了整个并胸腹节，隆起的背部也增大了其容量；而蚁后的结节肌只能被挤在飞行肌和外骨骼的狭小缝隙中。有时工蚁的结节肌可以比蚁后多出百分之三十；更低的附着位置也使其更加省力。于是举腹蚁就能灵活地抬起后腹部防御，在沙地上健步如飞的箭蚁也能依靠立起的后腹部稳定身体。

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蚁后（上）与工蚁的胸部部分肌肉对比，紫色为飞行肌，橙色为外转节肌，绿色为结节肌。图源网络
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在为胸部其他肌肉留出空间之外，脆弱的膜质翅膀本身也很容易在洞穴和落叶层中损坏或卡住。退化翅膀可以从这个方面优化行动能力，这也是蚁后交配后就会拔掉自己翅膀的原因。

\n

在蚂蚁之外，也有一些其他膜翅目昆虫不约而同地退化了翅膀，原因大多雷同：更好的钻洞或行走能力，以及更灵活的后腹部，用于蛰刺或产卵。不过由于不能像蚂蚁那样婚飞，因此它们大多保留了有翅的雄性用于开枝散叶，有些物种干脆缩小了雌性的体型，让雄性带着雌性飞向远方。一些行军蚁往往具有无翅的蚁后，适于长距离迁移。

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一对正在交配的刺臀土蜂（Elidothynnus melleus），可以看到两性见巨大的体型差异，无翅的小型雌性便于钻入土中寻找甲虫幼虫。图源 iNaturalist
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蚁蜂也有类似情况，它们的雌性会在地面搜寻其他膜翅目昆虫的巢穴，并偷偷在里面产卵。图源 iNaturalist
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\n

简要地说，最主要的原因是为了增强在地面和洞穴中的行动能力。

\n

与蜜蜂和胡蜂不同，蚂蚁拥有独特的搬运重物的能力，工蚁时常可以携带数百倍于自身体重的物品。而飞虫的承重能力相对来说弱很多，每次只能运输很少的食物，比如两个花粉团或者一块从猎物身上切下的肉块。

\n

这让它们的觅食模式和生态位产生了根本性的差异：蜂类类似空降兵，锁定一块拥有丰富资源的区域，并且依靠翅膀的便利性快速往返逐步取回；而蚂蚁则进行地毯式搜查，寻找那些分布零散的食物，类似昆虫尸体或种子。由于它们强大的搬运能力，往往仅需一只或几只工蚁就能胜任携带食物的重任。即使遇到无法搬运的大块食物，它们也能迅速留下气味路径回去摇人，让援助精准到达现场，而不像蜜蜂那样依靠无法避免误差的摇摆舞。

\n

那么，失去翅膀是如何增强蚂蚁地面行动能力的呢？

\n

我们知道，胸部（在蜂类中，腹部第一节与胸部融合）是昆虫的运动中心，驱动着腿和翅膀，前后连接这头部和腹部。这意味着胸部的空间时常被大量肌肉，尤其是飞行肌填充；而丢弃翅膀并改造胸部结构无疑是增强蚂蚁地面行动能力的最佳选择。

\n
\"\"
蚁属物种的蚁后与工蚁对比，可以直观地看到二者胸部的结构差异。图源网络
\n

具体如下：

\n

颈部肌肉的改造

\n

新翅类飞虫的胸部本质上是一个飞行发动机，填充着强壮的肌肉，通过牵拉铰接式的胸甲带动翅膀运动。而膜翅目作为飞行能力很强的类群，飞行肌尤其发达，甚至填满了本就很小的前胸部分，这导致控制头部运动的四块肌肉不得不夹缝求生。

\n

而对于工蚁，由于没有了飞行肌的约束，颈部肌肉大大加强，直接连接到前胸与中胸的接缝处，而蚁后只到前胸的一半。同时，工蚁具有拱形的胸部，与飞行蜂类平顶的胸部不同，这让颈部肌肉有了更大的附着表面和更好的发力方向。有了颈部肌肉的加强，工蚁便可以轻松叼起重物。

\n
\"\"
蚁后（左）与工蚁的颈部肌肉（红橙色）差异，紫色部分为飞行肌。图源网络
\n

腿部肌肉的增强

\n

当然，只练脖子不练腿可不行。昆虫的腿的运动由一系列从胸部侧面插入腿部基节的小肌肉群控制，作用较大的是外转节肌，它们的主体位于胸部，通过一条长长的肌腱与转节相连。它们主要的作用是致使腿部内收，抬起身体和蚂蚁所承受的任何负荷。

\n

在蚁后中，外转节肌很短，因为它们被巨大的飞行肌挤压在胸部底部。而对于工蚁，它们的外转节肌可以直接延伸到背部，尤其是中腿和后腿的部分。这给予了工蚁强大的核心能力，让它们能够在重压下依旧健步如飞。

\n

结节肌的增大

\n

蚂蚁的胸部与后腹部通过结节连接，与颈部类似，有四块肌肉通过拮抗作用控制后腹部的动作。由于膜翅目昆虫的后腹部拥有注射 / 喷洒毒液、在行走时稳定身体等诸多作用，所以控制它的肌肉就显得尤为重要。

\n

工蚁的结节肌几乎填充了整个并胸腹节，隆起的背部也增大了其容量；而蚁后的结节肌只能被挤在飞行肌和外骨骼的狭小缝隙中。有时工蚁的结节肌可以比蚁后多出百分之三十；更低的附着位置也使其更加省力。于是举腹蚁就能灵活地抬起后腹部防御，在沙地上健步如飞的箭蚁也能依靠立起的后腹部稳定身体。

\n
\"\"
蚁后（上）与工蚁的胸部部分肌肉对比，紫色为飞行肌，橙色为外转节肌，绿色为结节肌。图源网络
\n

在为胸部其他肌肉留出空间之外，脆弱的膜质翅膀本身也很容易在洞穴和落叶层中损坏或卡住。退化翅膀可以从这个方面优化行动能力，这也是蚁后交配后就会拔掉自己翅膀的原因。

\n

在蚂蚁之外，也有一些其他膜翅目昆虫不约而同地退化了翅膀，原因大多雷同：更好的钻洞或行走能力，以及更灵活的后腹部，用于蛰刺或产卵。不过由于不能像蚂蚁那样婚飞，因此它们大多保留了有翅的雄性用于开枝散叶，有些物种干脆缩小了雌性的体型，让雄性带着雌性飞向远方。一些行军蚁往往具有无翅的蚁后，适于长距离迁移。

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一对正在交配的刺臀土蜂（Elidothynnus melleus），可以看到两性见巨大的体型差异，无翅的小型雌性便于钻入土中寻找甲虫幼虫。图源 iNaturalist
\n
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蚁蜂也有类似情况，它们的雌性会在地面搜寻其他膜翅目昆虫的巢穴，并偷偷在里面产卵。图源 iNaturalist
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简要地说，最主要的原因是为了增强在地面和洞穴中的行动能力。

\n

与蜜蜂和胡蜂不同，蚂蚁拥有独特的搬运重物的能力，工蚁时常可以携带数百倍于自身体重的物品。而飞虫的承重能力相对来说弱很多，每次只能运输很少的食物，比如两个花粉团或者一块从猎物身上切下的肉块。

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这让它们的觅食模式和生态位产生了根本性的差异：蜂类类似空降兵，锁定一块拥有丰富资源的区域，并且依靠翅膀的便利性快速往返逐步取回；而蚂蚁则进行地毯式搜查，寻找那些分布零散的食物，类似昆虫尸体或种子。由于它们强大的搬运能力，往往仅需一只或几只工蚁就能胜任携带食物的重任。即使遇到无法搬运的大块食物，它们也能迅速留下气味路径回去摇人，让援助精准到达现场，而不像蜜蜂那样依靠无法避免误差的摇摆舞。

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那么，失去翅膀是如何增强蚂蚁地面行动能力的呢？

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我们知道，胸部（在蜂类中，腹部第一节与胸部融合）是昆虫的运动中心，驱动着腿和翅膀，前后连接这头部和腹部。这意味着胸部的空间时常被大量肌肉，尤其是飞行肌填充；而丢弃翅膀并改造胸部结构无疑是增强蚂蚁地面行动能力的最佳选择。

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蚁属物种的蚁后与工蚁对比，可以直观地看到二者胸部的结构差异。图源网络
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具体如下：

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颈部肌肉的改造

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新翅类飞虫的胸部本质上是一个飞行发动机，填充着强壮的肌肉，通过牵拉铰接式的胸甲带动翅膀运动。而膜翅目作为飞行能力很强的类群，飞行肌尤其发达，甚至填满了本就很小的前胸部分，这导致控制头部运动的四块肌肉不得不夹缝求生。

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而对于工蚁，由于没有了飞行肌的约束，颈部肌肉大大加强，直接连接到前胸与中胸的接缝处，而蚁后只到前胸的一半。同时，工蚁具有拱形的胸部，与飞行蜂类平顶的胸部不同，这让颈部肌肉有了更大的附着表面和更好的发力方向。有了颈部肌肉的加强，工蚁便可以轻松叼起重物。

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蚁后（左）与工蚁的颈部肌肉（红橙色）差异，紫色部分为飞行肌。图源网络
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腿部肌肉的增强

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当然，只练脖子不练腿可不行。昆虫的腿的运动由一系列从胸部侧面插入腿部基节的小肌肉群控制，作用较大的是外转节肌，它们的主体位于胸部，通过一条长长的肌腱与转节相连。它们主要的作用是致使腿部内收，抬起身体和蚂蚁所承受的任何负荷。

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在蚁后中，外转节肌很短，因为它们被巨大的飞行肌挤压在胸部底部。而对于工蚁，它们的外转节肌可以直接延伸到背部，尤其是中腿和后腿的部分。这给予了工蚁强大的核心能力，让它们能够在重压下依旧健步如飞。

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结节肌的增大

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蚂蚁的胸部与后腹部通过结节连接，与颈部类似，有四块肌肉通过拮抗作用控制后腹部的动作。由于膜翅目昆虫的后腹部拥有注射 / 喷洒毒液、在行走时稳定身体等诸多作用，所以控制它的肌肉就显得尤为重要。

\n

工蚁的结节肌几乎填充了整个并胸腹节，隆起的背部也增大了其容量；而蚁后的结节肌只能被挤在飞行肌和外骨骼的狭小缝隙中。有时工蚁的结节肌可以比蚁后多出百分之三十；更低的附着位置也使其更加省力。于是举腹蚁就能灵活地抬起后腹部防御，在沙地上健步如飞的箭蚁也能依靠立起的后腹部稳定身体。

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蚁后（上）与工蚁的胸部部分肌肉对比，紫色为飞行肌，橙色为外转节肌，绿色为结节肌。图源网络
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在为胸部其他肌肉留出空间之外，脆弱的膜质翅膀本身也很容易在洞穴和落叶层中损坏或卡住。退化翅膀可以从这个方面优化行动能力，这也是蚁后交配后就会拔掉自己翅膀的原因。

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在蚂蚁之外，也有一些其他膜翅目昆虫不约而同地退化了翅膀，原因大多雷同：更好的钻洞或行走能力，以及更灵活的后腹部，用于蛰刺或产卵。不过由于不能像蚂蚁那样婚飞，因此它们大多保留了有翅的雄性用于开枝散叶，有些物种干脆缩小了雌性的体型，让雄性带着雌性飞向远方。一些行军蚁往往具有无翅的蚁后，适于长距离迁移。

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一对正在交配的刺臀土蜂（Elidothynnus melleus），可以看到两性见巨大的体型差异，无翅的小型雌性便于钻入土中寻找甲虫幼虫。图源 iNaturalist
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蚁蜂也有类似情况，它们的雌性会在地面搜寻其他膜翅目昆虫的巢穴，并偷偷在里面产卵。图源 iNaturalist
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简要地说，最主要的原因是为了增强在地面和洞穴中的行动能力。

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与蜜蜂和胡蜂不同，蚂蚁拥有独特的搬运重物的能力，工蚁时常可以携带数百倍于自身体重的物品。而飞虫的承重能力相对来说弱很多，每次只能运输很少的食物，比如两个花粉团或者一块从猎物身上切下的肉块。

\n

这让它们的觅食模式和生态位产生了根本性的差异：蜂类类似空降兵，锁定一块拥有丰富资源的区域，并且依靠翅膀的便利性快速往返逐步取回；而蚂蚁则进行地毯式搜查，寻找那些分布零散的食物，类似昆虫尸体或种子。由于它们强大的搬运能力，往往仅需一只或几只工蚁就能胜任携带食物的重任。即使遇到无法搬运的大块食物，它们也能迅速留下气味路径回去摇人，让援助精准到达现场，而不像蜜蜂那样依靠无法避免误差的摇摆舞。

\n

那么，失去翅膀是如何增强蚂蚁地面行动能力的呢？

\n

我们知道，胸部（在蜂类中，腹部第一节与胸部融合）是昆虫的运动中心，驱动着腿和翅膀，前后连接这头部和腹部。这意味着胸部的空间时常被大量肌肉，尤其是飞行肌填充；而丢弃翅膀并改造胸部结构无疑是增强蚂蚁地面行动能力的最佳选择。

\n
\"\"
蚁属物种的蚁后与工蚁对比，可以直观地看到二者胸部的结构差异。图源网络
\n

具体如下：

\n

颈部肌肉的改造

\n

新翅类飞虫的胸部本质上是一个飞行发动机，填充着强壮的肌肉，通过牵拉铰接式的胸甲带动翅膀运动。而膜翅目作为飞行能力很强的类群，飞行肌尤其发达，甚至填满了本就很小的前胸部分，这导致控制头部运动的四块肌肉不得不夹缝求生。

\n

而对于工蚁，由于没有了飞行肌的约束，颈部肌肉大大加强，直接连接到前胸与中胸的接缝处，而蚁后只到前胸的一半。同时，工蚁具有拱形的胸部，与飞行蜂类平顶的胸部不同，这让颈部肌肉有了更大的附着表面和更好的发力方向。有了颈部肌肉的加强，工蚁便可以轻松叼起重物。

\n
\"\"
蚁后（左）与工蚁的颈部肌肉（红橙色）差异，紫色部分为飞行肌。图源网络
\n

腿部肌肉的增强

\n

当然，只练脖子不练腿可不行。昆虫的腿的运动由一系列从胸部侧面插入腿部基节的小肌肉群控制，作用较大的是外转节肌，它们的主体位于胸部，通过一条长长的肌腱与转节相连。它们主要的作用是致使腿部内收，抬起身体和蚂蚁所承受的任何负荷。

\n

在蚁后中，外转节肌很短，因为它们被巨大的飞行肌挤压在胸部底部。而对于工蚁，它们的外转节肌可以直接延伸到背部，尤其是中腿和后腿的部分。这给予了工蚁强大的核心能力，让它们能够在重压下依旧健步如飞。

\n

结节肌的增大

\n

蚂蚁的胸部与后腹部通过结节连接，与颈部类似，有四块肌肉通过拮抗作用控制后腹部的动作。由于膜翅目昆虫的后腹部拥有注射 / 喷洒毒液、在行走时稳定身体等诸多作用，所以控制它的肌肉就显得尤为重要。

\n

工蚁的结节肌几乎填充了整个并胸腹节，隆起的背部也增大了其容量；而蚁后的结节肌只能被挤在飞行肌和外骨骼的狭小缝隙中。有时工蚁的结节肌可以比蚁后多出百分之三十；更低的附着位置也使其更加省力。于是举腹蚁就能灵活地抬起后腹部防御，在沙地上健步如飞的箭蚁也能依靠立起的后腹部稳定身体。

\n
\"\"
蚁后（上）与工蚁的胸部部分肌肉对比，紫色为飞行肌，橙色为外转节肌，绿色为结节肌。图源网络
\n

在为胸部其他肌肉留出空间之外，脆弱的膜质翅膀本身也很容易在洞穴和落叶层中损坏或卡住。退化翅膀可以从这个方面优化行动能力，这也是蚁后交配后就会拔掉自己翅膀的原因。

\n

在蚂蚁之外，也有一些其他膜翅目昆虫不约而同地退化了翅膀，原因大多雷同：更好的钻洞或行走能力，以及更灵活的后腹部，用于蛰刺或产卵。不过由于不能像蚂蚁那样婚飞，因此它们大多保留了有翅的雄性用于开枝散叶，有些物种干脆缩小了雌性的体型，让雄性带着雌性飞向远方。一些行军蚁往往具有无翅的蚁后，适于长距离迁移。

\n
\"\"
一对正在交配的刺臀土蜂（Elidothynnus melleus），可以看到两性见巨大的体型差异，无翅的小型雌性便于钻入土中寻找甲虫幼虫。图源 iNaturalist
\n
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蚁蜂也有类似情况，它们的雌性会在地面搜寻其他膜翅目昆虫的巢穴，并偷偷在里面产卵。图源 iNaturalist
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在「同时处理多个任务」对大脑来说难在哪里？中，我解释了关于注意力的基本概念和原理，这一系列的内容可以更简化的解释：

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大脑区域的任务特异化分工

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这一点可能大家多少有所耳闻。比如大脑的有负责听觉的区域，负责视觉的区域[1] 以及 负责嗅觉的区域。通常意义上，这些功能区域内部又构成一定的拓扑结构，越底层的结果功能越单一，处理的信号内容越特异化，而越高层的结构，处理的信号越多样化且复杂，而功能越多样化。

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典型地，基础视觉区域 V1 的功能较为简单，它处理完信号之后按照视觉皮层拓扑结构再传递给更高层级的脑区，以处理更复杂的信号。

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随着视觉信号数据传到更高层级的区域（V4,MT 等），信号本身表现的越来越复杂[2]，同时这些区域自身还能处理非视觉信号。对应地，V1 区域则相对较少处理其他类型的信号。

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大脑的任务特异化和状态固化

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大脑的每个区域都会优先处理各自对应类型的信号，同时都在争夺处理信号的资源（血流、血氧、能量供给等），如果不加控制，大脑内部必然乱作一团。

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大脑内部调控资源机制为 执行控制信号(Executive control signals)[3]. 每当大脑决定做一项任务时，执行控制信号会发出，对应的大脑区域被优先分配资源，而其他区域则被压制，这一状态在任务的整个阶段都被执行控制信号维持住。这类似于对计算机编程，配置好之后的人脑为任务做好了准备，并在一定时间内，处理任务的过程中能不断的优化配置，使得对该任务的处理效率不断提高。

\n

在维持过程中，我们可以通过各种设备观察到大脑内部的不同区域构成一个协同处理任务的子网络，并处于活跃状态[4]， 这本质上是注意力控制系统在起作用。

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因为任务相关区域的活跃和其他区域的被压制，在可感知的意识范围之内，任务相关的信息占比会大幅度的提高，而其他信息的占比则接近消失。

\n

这在感知上表现为对信息的筛选，实际上是大脑决定做某件事之后自然发生的结果，并非我们自主决定和执行了对信息的“筛选”。相反，如果我们有意识的进行对信息的筛选，会因为这套调控机制而放大想要筛选的信号在认知中的比例而起到相反的效果。

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异常状态

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在执行控制信号不能有效作用的时候，我们的认知（包括注意力）就会异常。

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比如睡眠态，这套系统完全不起作用，大脑内各个区域的信号几乎平等的争夺已经被降低的资源并发出自己的信号。由于注意力调控完全不起作用，这些各种各样的信号会平等的进入到残存的意识从而形成梦境。所以梦境会表现为内容特别丰富，但这些内容又难以形成连续且合乎逻辑的故事，总是被新的内容信号打断而发展到完全意外的路线上。

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对于神经系统异常的人，比如抑郁症、多动症，或者过于疲劳等，要么执行控制信号本身就有问题，要么执行控制信号想要控制的对象区域有问题，从而让注意力表现异常，无法有效筛选信息[5]。

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在「同时处理多个任务」对大脑来说难在哪里？中，我解释了关于注意力的基本概念和原理，这一系列的内容可以更简化的解释：

\n

大脑区域的任务特异化分工

\n

这一点可能大家多少有所耳闻。比如大脑的有负责听觉的区域，负责视觉的区域[1] 以及 负责嗅觉的区域。通常意义上，这些功能区域内部又构成一定的拓扑结构，越底层的结果功能越单一，处理的信号内容越特异化，而越高层的结构，处理的信号越多样化且复杂，而功能越多样化。

\n

典型地，基础视觉区域 V1 的功能较为简单，它处理完信号之后按照视觉皮层拓扑结构再传递给更高层级的脑区，以处理更复杂的信号。

\n
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\n

随着视觉信号数据传到更高层级的区域（V4,MT 等），信号本身表现的越来越复杂[2]，同时这些区域自身还能处理非视觉信号。对应地，V1 区域则相对较少处理其他类型的信号。

\n

大脑的任务特异化和状态固化

\n

大脑的每个区域都会优先处理各自对应类型的信号，同时都在争夺处理信号的资源（血流、血氧、能量供给等），如果不加控制，大脑内部必然乱作一团。

\n

大脑内部调控资源机制为 执行控制信号(Executive control signals)[3]. 每当大脑决定做一项任务时，执行控制信号会发出，对应的大脑区域被优先分配资源，而其他区域则被压制，这一状态在任务的整个阶段都被执行控制信号维持住。这类似于对计算机编程，配置好之后的人脑为任务做好了准备，并在一定时间内，处理任务的过程中能不断的优化配置，使得对该任务的处理效率不断提高。

\n

在维持过程中，我们可以通过各种设备观察到大脑内部的不同区域构成一个协同处理任务的子网络，并处于活跃状态[4]， 这本质上是注意力控制系统在起作用。

\n

因为任务相关区域的活跃和其他区域的被压制，在可感知的意识范围之内，任务相关的信息占比会大幅度的提高，而其他信息的占比则接近消失。

\n

这在感知上表现为对信息的筛选，实际上是大脑决定做某件事之后自然发生的结果，并非我们自主决定和执行了对信息的“筛选”。相反，如果我们有意识的进行对信息的筛选，会因为这套调控机制而放大想要筛选的信号在认知中的比例而起到相反的效果。

\n

异常状态

\n

在执行控制信号不能有效作用的时候，我们的认知（包括注意力）就会异常。

\n

比如睡眠态，这套系统完全不起作用，大脑内各个区域的信号几乎平等的争夺已经被降低的资源并发出自己的信号。由于注意力调控完全不起作用，这些各种各样的信号会平等的进入到残存的意识从而形成梦境。所以梦境会表现为内容特别丰富，但这些内容又难以形成连续且合乎逻辑的故事，总是被新的内容信号打断而发展到完全意外的路线上。

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对于神经系统异常的人，比如抑郁症、多动症，或者过于疲劳等，要么执行控制信号本身就有问题，要么执行控制信号想要控制的对象区域有问题，从而让注意力表现异常，无法有效筛选信息[5]。

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在「同时处理多个任务」对大脑来说难在哪里？中，我解释了关于注意力的基本概念和原理，这一系列的内容可以更简化的解释：

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大脑区域的任务特异化分工

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这一点可能大家多少有所耳闻。比如大脑的有负责听觉的区域，负责视觉的区域[1] 以及 负责嗅觉的区域。通常意义上，这些功能区域内部又构成一定的拓扑结构，越底层的结果功能越单一，处理的信号内容越特异化，而越高层的结构，处理的信号越多样化且复杂，而功能越多样化。

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典型地，基础视觉区域 V1 的功能较为简单，它处理完信号之后按照视觉皮层拓扑结构再传递给更高层级的脑区，以处理更复杂的信号。

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随着视觉信号数据传到更高层级的区域（V4,MT 等），信号本身表现的越来越复杂[2]，同时这些区域自身还能处理非视觉信号。对应地，V1 区域则相对较少处理其他类型的信号。

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大脑的任务特异化和状态固化

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大脑的每个区域都会优先处理各自对应类型的信号，同时都在争夺处理信号的资源（血流、血氧、能量供给等），如果不加控制，大脑内部必然乱作一团。

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大脑内部调控资源机制为 执行控制信号(Executive control signals)[3]. 每当大脑决定做一项任务时，执行控制信号会发出，对应的大脑区域被优先分配资源，而其他区域则被压制，这一状态在任务的整个阶段都被执行控制信号维持住。这类似于对计算机编程，配置好之后的人脑为任务做好了准备，并在一定时间内，处理任务的过程中能不断的优化配置，使得对该任务的处理效率不断提高。

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在维持过程中，我们可以通过各种设备观察到大脑内部的不同区域构成一个协同处理任务的子网络，并处于活跃状态[4]， 这本质上是注意力控制系统在起作用。

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因为任务相关区域的活跃和其他区域的被压制，在可感知的意识范围之内，任务相关的信息占比会大幅度的提高，而其他信息的占比则接近消失。

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这在感知上表现为对信息的筛选，实际上是大脑决定做某件事之后自然发生的结果，并非我们自主决定和执行了对信息的“筛选”。相反，如果我们有意识的进行对信息的筛选，会因为这套调控机制而放大想要筛选的信号在认知中的比例而起到相反的效果。

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异常状态

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在执行控制信号不能有效作用的时候，我们的认知（包括注意力）就会异常。

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比如睡眠态，这套系统完全不起作用，大脑内各个区域的信号几乎平等的争夺已经被降低的资源并发出自己的信号。由于注意力调控完全不起作用，这些各种各样的信号会平等的进入到残存的意识从而形成梦境。所以梦境会表现为内容特别丰富，但这些内容又难以形成连续且合乎逻辑的故事，总是被新的内容信号打断而发展到完全意外的路线上。

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对于神经系统异常的人，比如抑郁症、多动症，或者过于疲劳等，要么执行控制信号本身就有问题，要么执行控制信号想要控制的对象区域有问题，从而让注意力表现异常，无法有效筛选信息[5]。

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在「同时处理多个任务」对大脑来说难在哪里？中，我解释了关于注意力的基本概念和原理，这一系列的内容可以更简化的解释：

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大脑区域的任务特异化分工

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这一点可能大家多少有所耳闻。比如大脑的有负责听觉的区域，负责视觉的区域[1] 以及 负责嗅觉的区域。通常意义上，这些功能区域内部又构成一定的拓扑结构，越底层的结果功能越单一，处理的信号内容越特异化，而越高层的结构，处理的信号越多样化且复杂，而功能越多样化。

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典型地，基础视觉区域 V1 的功能较为简单，它处理完信号之后按照视觉皮层拓扑结构再传递给更高层级的脑区，以处理更复杂的信号。

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随着视觉信号数据传到更高层级的区域（V4,MT 等），信号本身表现的越来越复杂[2]，同时这些区域自身还能处理非视觉信号。对应地，V1 区域则相对较少处理其他类型的信号。

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大脑的任务特异化和状态固化

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大脑的每个区域都会优先处理各自对应类型的信号，同时都在争夺处理信号的资源（血流、血氧、能量供给等），如果不加控制，大脑内部必然乱作一团。

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大脑内部调控资源机制为 执行控制信号(Executive control signals)[3]. 每当大脑决定做一项任务时，执行控制信号会发出，对应的大脑区域被优先分配资源，而其他区域则被压制，这一状态在任务的整个阶段都被执行控制信号维持住。这类似于对计算机编程，配置好之后的人脑为任务做好了准备，并在一定时间内，处理任务的过程中能不断的优化配置，使得对该任务的处理效率不断提高。

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在维持过程中，我们可以通过各种设备观察到大脑内部的不同区域构成一个协同处理任务的子网络，并处于活跃状态[4]， 这本质上是注意力控制系统在起作用。

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因为任务相关区域的活跃和其他区域的被压制，在可感知的意识范围之内，任务相关的信息占比会大幅度的提高，而其他信息的占比则接近消失。

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这在感知上表现为对信息的筛选，实际上是大脑决定做某件事之后自然发生的结果，并非我们自主决定和执行了对信息的“筛选”。相反，如果我们有意识的进行对信息的筛选，会因为这套调控机制而放大想要筛选的信号在认知中的比例而起到相反的效果。

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异常状态

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在执行控制信号不能有效作用的时候，我们的认知（包括注意力）就会异常。

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比如睡眠态，这套系统完全不起作用，大脑内各个区域的信号几乎平等的争夺已经被降低的资源并发出自己的信号。由于注意力调控完全不起作用，这些各种各样的信号会平等的进入到残存的意识从而形成梦境。所以梦境会表现为内容特别丰富，但这些内容又难以形成连续且合乎逻辑的故事，总是被新的内容信号打断而发展到完全意外的路线上。

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对于神经系统异常的人，比如抑郁症、多动症，或者过于疲劳等，要么执行控制信号本身就有问题，要么执行控制信号想要控制的对象区域有问题，从而让注意力表现异常，无法有效筛选信息[5]。

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落叶是植物自保的手段。

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有个象棋术语叫做「丢卒保车」，用在这个题下恰如其分。每一片叶子，都是植物的「卒子」，在保命与保叶这个课题面前，结论必然是保命。

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题主在描述中问「到底是树的不挽留，还是风的追求？」 很显然是树不挽留，何止是不挽留这么温柔，是决绝地主动抛弃。

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农业上，有「落叶、落花、落果」三个层次的现象，在遭遇逆境的时候，植物为了保命，会果断抛弃这些器官。

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在动物界也有生动的的例子。

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▷澳大利亚的雌袋鼠，在被捕食者追赶时，她会毫不犹豫地把育儿袋中较大的幼崽掏出来扔掉，减轻负担自顾自地逃命去了。

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▷刘邦，彭城之战失利，乘马车逃跑，眼看敌兵紧追不舍，他为了轻车快跑，毅然把两个亲生儿女踹下马车。

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从植物到动物再到人类，大家半斤八两，谁也别说谁，面临生命威胁的时候，抛弃子女和舍却器官的现象比比皆是。例如断臂求生，壮士断腕，易子而食……

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叶子并不是实实在在连接在茎秆上的，在叶柄与茎秆的连接处，有一层东西，叫「离层」，这个离层就是植物为了让叶子脱落预留的手脚。离层由是几层特殊的细胞组成的，健康生长的情况下，离层就像不存在一样，流通养分，交流信息，固定叶子……等等全部正常，而需要叶子脱落的时候，离层就会变成「绝缘体」一样，断绝养分流通和各种信息交流，然后离层细胞溶解，失去机械强度，在重力或者风力作用下，实现脱落。

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有了离层的存在，就具备了叶片脱落的条件，而离层受什么操纵呢？ 激素。

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能够操纵离层的激素有三种：生长素（IAA），乙烯（ETH），脱落酸（ABA）。

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▷当离层两边的 IAA 梯度符合条件时，叶片脱落。

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▷当 ETH 达到一定浓度时，叶片脱落。

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▷当 ABA 达到一定浓度时，叶片脱落。

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那么，是什么诱发了激素浓度的变化呢？答案是：1，自然成熟或衰老；2，环境胁迫（包括干旱、水涝、高温、低温、盐渍、病害、虫害、大气污染、光照不足等）。

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干旱、水涝、寒冷、炎热都能使植株体内脱落酸（ABA） 迅速增加。

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自然成熟的果实会诱导乙烯产生；干旱、水涝和机械损伤都能诱导乙烯合成。

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脱落之前，叶片为什么会变成黄色或者红色呢？

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当离层隔断了茎秆与叶柄的养分通道之后，叶片制造的养分堆积在叶片里，时间稍久，这些养分就会转变成花青素，使叶片变红。

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由于茎秆无法为叶片输送养分和水分，新的叶绿素也无法制造，原有的叶绿素逐渐分解，使得胡萝卜素、叶黄素以及单宁酸等色素，逐渐显露出来。胡萝卜素显现橙色，叶黄素显现黄色……具体什么颜色是由不同的树种决定的。

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一些新的发现。

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有植物学家发现，生活在富含金属的土壤中的植物，生长着的叶片含铝量很低，但已脱落的叶片中却含有高浓度的铝。

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植物学家们又进一步分析了生长在不同条件下的 21 种多年生植物，铅、锌、铁、铝等元素，在脱落叶片中的浓度，均高于生长的活叶片。

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把重金属离子积累于衰老的叶片中，随着脱落而带走，这对植物的健康具有积极的意义。

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综上，植物落叶是一种生物学现象，是植物对外界环境的适应特性。尤其在不良生活条件下，主动淘汰掉一部分叶子。把营养用于其他器官的生长和发育，在不利的条件下使物种得以存续。

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这是一种如龙虾般巨大的黑色竹节虫，在一百年前曾被认定灭绝。而在二十年前被好不容易重新发现时，也仅剩 24 只随时可能再度覆灭的残存个体

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这是一个关于毁灭与新生的故事——

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《豪勋爵岛竹节虫：没人知道海浪会带来什么，是毁灭还是新生》

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©犬君拌汪酱

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摄影师：Krissy
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没有人知道海浪会带来什么。

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十五世纪，南美的印第安人用石器耕种土地时，不会知道哥伦布的舰队正乘风而来；十八世纪，东方的巨龙开始闭关锁国时，看不到大洋彼岸的蒸汽冉冉升起。

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而在 1788 年，当大不列颠皇家海军的柏尔舰长，从位于悉尼的博特尼湾，前往诺福克岛流放罪犯时，孤悬于大洋上的那座无人岛尚且无名，岛上的那些竹节虫同样如此。

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而如今，我们称呼它们为豪勋爵岛，以及豪勋爵岛竹节虫。

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豪勋爵岛 摄影师：Dasha
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豪勋爵岛是座诞生于七百万年的火山岛，持续了五十万的地壳活动与海浪，带给它月牙般的形状，并留给它 14.55 平方千米的面积。

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这座大约上海市杨浦区四分之一大的小岛，从未成为过某块大陆的一部分。在它的西边，离它最近的澳大利亚麦克夸利港与它相距 780 千米，相当于青岛到上海；在它的东边，同样孤悬于大洋中的诺福克岛，与它相距 900 千米，接近于上海到厦门。

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红圈里的小岛便是豪勋爵岛 图源：google map
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在过往的千万年里，除了飞鸟与游鱼，没有生灵能够轻易跨越这么遥远的距离。而除了搭乘飞鸟的便车外，只有在狂风与巨浪过后，才会有零星说不上幸运还是不幸的生灵，被卷到这片孤悬的土地，然后挣扎着试图于此扎根。

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这座小岛离其它大陆实在是太远了，以至于大多生物前往这座小岛的船票都只有单程。整座小岛上一半的植物都是特有物种，还有至少 13 种鸟类，除了这座小岛，再也无法在别处找到。

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豪勋爵岛外围的 Blackburn Island 摄影师：Krissy
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1788 年 2 月，当大不列颠的柏尔舰长意外途经此处时，他惊奇地发现连南太平洋的波利尼西亚人都不曾知晓这座小岛。他殷勤地用时任大不列颠海军大臣的豪勋爵命名了这座岛，又在 1788 年 3 月返航途经此处，将小岛东南 23 千米处，一座耸立于海面的火山岩，命名为“柏尔金字塔”。

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然后他宣布，从即刻起，这里便是大不列颠的土地。

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柏尔金字塔 摄影师：Pauline and John Grimshaw
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不过不列颠的女王并没有派出总督统帅岛上的海鸟，而在那之后的一百多年，也只有追逐抹香鲸的捕鲸船，与满载货物的商船会途经此地，将这座小岛当做一个免费的补给点。

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没有人考虑仔细看看这座小岛上有些什么，但即使有人想过，可能也没用。就像彭林夫人号上的船医亚瑟，曾在 1788 年饶有兴致地绘制了豪勋爵岛秧鸡、豪勋爵岛泽鸡、豪勋爵岛鸽这三种岛上特有鸟类的画像，但在他画完后没不久，后两种鸟类便被水手们捕食殆尽了。

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亚瑟绘制的豪勋爵岛泽鸡
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与这些海鸟相比，岛上特有的巨大黑色竹节虫或许可以说是幸运的。

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它们有着黑色的甲壳，椭圆形的躯体，与粗壮的六肢。它们可以长到 20 厘米长，25 克重，趴在树上的时候，看起来就像是一只只没有钳子的小龙虾——也因此，它们获得了“树龙虾”（tree lobster）的俗名。

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好在即使看起来比一般昆虫要美味不少，水手们依旧倾向于将炙热的子弹射向呆头呆脑的海鸟，而不是将去掉头的竹节虫塞进嘴里。于是当悬崖边的海鸟如稻草般成片倒下的时候，岛上的竹节虫依旧享受了一百多年平静的岁月。

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除了偶有水手决定将它们做成鱼饵丢进海里，并没有多少人在意这种在岛上随处可见的大虫子。

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岛上特有的巨大黑色竹节虫 摄影师：Beth Chapman
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也因此，直到人类踏足这座小岛六十多年后的 1855 年，神父泽维尔·蒙鲁齐耶才通过标本将这种竹节虫定了种，并将它命名为“豪勋爵岛竹节虫（Dryococelus australis）”。

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然后又过了六十多年，昆虫学者莱亚·亚瑟才第一次通过文献，描述豪勋爵岛竹节虫是种喜欢在白天群聚躲在活树树洞里的夜行性食叶昆虫，它们喜欢天牛幼虫制造的树洞，并在一个树洞里最多同时发现过多达 68 只竹节虫——而这便也是在两百年间，对豪勋爵岛竹节虫生态习性的全部描述。

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叶片上的豪勋爵岛竹节虫 摄影师：Pavel German
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这种巨大的竹节虫曾经是很常见的，至少在豪勋爵岛上，它们曾经很常见。

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虔诚的信徒宣称，上帝创造世界用了七天。那他若是想要毁灭一个物种，又需要多长时间？

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——对于豪勋爵岛上巨大的竹节虫而言，是 9 天零两年。

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1918 年 6 月，马坎博号商船在豪勋爵岛岸边重重撞上了暗礁，这艘满载货物的商船在岛边足足搁浅了 9 天才修理完毕，然后重启追逐财富的远航。

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然而来自远方的商船上满载的并非只有货物，还有躲藏在暗影中的黑家鼠。当马坎博号的水手站在海边抓耳挠腮的时候，来自大洋彼岸的黑家鼠，也小心翼翼地踏上了潮湿的海岸，然后第一次，探索起了这片对于它们而言全新的土地。

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它们惊喜地发现这片土地上到处都是毫无反抗力的鲜美食材，比如产在地面的鸟蛋，比如挂在树上的幼蝠，以及遍布全岛的黑色竹节虫。

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灭世的黑家鼠与被袭击的鸟巢 摄影师：Nga Manu Images NZ
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豪勋爵岛竹节虫与绝大部分竹节虫不一样，它们没有翅膀。它们并不具备飞行的能力，所能依靠的，只有帮助它们在植物上快速爬行的强壮后腿。

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然而强弱是相对的，快慢也是。当一个人描述离弦的弓箭飞得有多快的时候，他选取的参照物一定不会是子弹。

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比起其它竹节虫，豪勋爵岛竹节虫跑得是比较快的。然而在旧大陆身经百战的黑家鼠眼里，豪勋爵岛竹节虫的“快”，无异于回旋寿司下转动的传送履带。它们只要优雅地伸出爪子，便能轻巧地将履带上的树龙虾抓起，而在咬开稍显坚硬的外壳后，紧实脆爽的肌肉会在它们的口腔中炸裂，迸发出富含氨基酸的甘美滋味。

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《黑家鼠》 图源：Biodiversity Heritage Library
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对于黑家鼠而言，偌大的豪勋爵岛不过是个无人打搅的自助餐厅。它们在上面不停地吃，不停地生，再继续不停地吃，然后仅仅花了两年时间，便将整座岛屿上的巨大竹节虫扫荡一空——从 1920 年起，人们便再也没能在豪勋爵岛上发现任何一只树龙虾了。

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不过严格来说，“树龙虾”并非是豪勋爵岛竹节虫独享的别名，至少有四种分布于世界各地的大型竹节虫，都被称作树龙虾。

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这四种树龙虾虽然形态相近，但亲缘关系却并没有很近。它们不过是因为生活在相似的环境中，从而通过趋同演化，进化成了相似的样子。

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四种长相类似的“树龙虾” 图源：Thomas R. Buckley et al., 2009
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分子证据显示，早在两千两百万年前左右，豪勋爵岛竹节虫所在的分支，便与其它竹节虫分道扬镳了。

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比起只有七百万年历史的豪勋爵岛，豪勋爵岛竹节虫独立演化的历史要久太多了。我们可以轻易地推论，在来到豪勋爵岛前，它们便曾在某个地方待过漫长的时光。

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或许是巧合，又或许是必然，在豪勋爵岛西北有着一片已被海水淹没的海底山链，这片由于地壳运动而沉入海底的群山，曾几何时也是些岛屿，而其中最年长的那座诺瓦海底山，正好有着大约两千三百万的历史。

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豪勋爵岛竹节虫与相近种的进化树 图源：Thomas R. Buckley et al., 2009
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iNnE6o\"> 那些巨大的黑色竹节虫，或许曾在这些旧日的岛屿上，度过了漫长的时光，直到汹涌的大洪水奔涌而至，无情地吞没了它们的家园。它们艰难地攀上名为浮木的诺亚方舟，在狂风中穿越层层巨浪，直至不知多少日夜之后，终于抵达一片全新的净土，然后重新在此繁衍生息。

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它们在这片净土上度过了百万年计的平静时间，直至两腿直立的巨人，在 9 天时间内引入了灭世的火种。随后末日的火焰越烧越旺，在两年之间，将竹节虫同它们的净土，一并燃烧殆尽。

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1920 年，就像人们擅自宣布这座岛屿属于大不列颠一样，人们又擅自宣布，名为豪勋爵岛竹节虫的昆虫，与过去两百年间那数以百计的物种一样，就此灭绝。

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延续了两千三百万年的冒险戛然而止，关于豪勋爵岛竹节虫的故事自此再无新篇。

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——如果柏尔金字塔不存在的话。

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橡胶榕上的竹节虫 摄影师：Henry Cook
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还有人记得柏尔金字塔吗？就是那块大不列颠的柏尔船长用自己命名的火山岩。

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这块长 1100 米，宽 300 米，高 551 米的火山残骸，距离豪勋爵岛大约 23 千米。整块小山般的火山岩上，甚至连一棵树也没有，除了陡峭的岩壁与少数水鸟外，便只有着零星的几株灌木。

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没有人会真的在意这座火山岩，包括命名它的柏尔船长。高贵的大不列颠皇家海军舰长，才不会在意一座毫无开发价值的渺小火山，能进入他眼的，只有遥远的星辰大海与广阔土地。

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豪勋爵岛东南角的渺小火山 图源：google map
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在被命名后的两百年间，除了无需为填饱肚子烦恼的探险者，会偶尔前来追寻刺激，便再没人会来这块荒芜的火山岩。

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但即使如此，命运的齿轮终究还是被转动了。1964 年，攀岩者大卫·鲁茨在挑战柏尔金字塔的途中，发现了一只死去的豪勋爵岛竹节虫；五年之后，又有两只残缺的竹节虫尸体，在火山岩上被发现。

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得知消息的生态学者对此半信半疑，毕竟这块满是悬崖峭壁的火山岩，在理论上根本无法支撑一个大型树栖竹节虫的种群。但陆陆续续还是有科学家试探性地前往柏尔金字塔，然后不出意外地全部空手而归。

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1965 年，柏尔金字塔裸露的岩壁 摄影师：John Game
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直到 2001 年的 2 月 5 号，澳大利亚科学家大卫·普里德尔，带着一个四人小组重新踏上了这块火山残骸。他们再度确认这座小山上连一棵树也没有，而岛上几乎所有的植被，都分布在海拔大约 120 米处的一片狭窄的阶梯状岩地上。

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在这片岩地上，除了矮小的草本外，只有一种当地特有的白千层，也是岛上唯一的灌木。而这种灌木全部的个体加起来，也不过大约 30 株。

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而在这 30 株白千层中最大的那株下面，他们发现了疑似大型昆虫的粪便。

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岛上特有的一种白千层灌木 摄影师：Tony Rodd
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他们决定在竹节虫活跃的晚上返回，于是在当天晚上 11 点零 7 分，他们在那株最大的白千层树冠边缘，发现了两只愉快地咀嚼着嫩叶的雌性竹节虫个体——这是时隔 80 年后，人类第一次再度见到活着的豪勋爵岛竹节虫。

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激动的调查小组甚至舍不得触碰这两只竹节虫，他们对灌木进行了探索，然后又在树冠中，发现了一只 8cm 长的雌性若虫。

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这便是在 2001 年，他们重新发现的全部三只豪勋爵岛竹节虫。

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跨越时代的重逢 图源：David Priddel et al., 2001
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2002 年 3 月 26 号晚上，调查小组再度回到这座火山残骸。

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他们精心调查了除一处过度陡峭的崖壁外，岩地上全部的白千层。所有的白千层都集中在大约 30 米 *6 米的狭小范围内，也就是大约半个篮球场的大小。随后在这块大约半个篮球场大的地方，12 只豪勋爵岛竹节虫被发现在最大的那株白千层灌木上，另外 12 只零星分布在附近的 5 株小灌木上。

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他们在陡峭的崖壁上艰难地对十只个体进行了性别判断，确认其中有 8 只雌性，2 只雄性。悬殊的性别差异，或许是源于豪勋爵岛竹节虫具备的孤雌生殖能力，也或许正是因为能够孤雌生殖，这个仅有 24 个个体的渺小种群，才能在这块小小的火山岩上，残存至今。

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豪勋爵岛竹节虫绿色的若虫 摄影师：San Diego Zoo
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2003 年，新南威尔士国家公园的一个研究团队，小心翼翼地在柏尔金字塔上搜集了两对竹节虫繁殖个体，交给了四位严阵以待的繁育专家。然而即使拼尽全力，送往悉尼的那对繁殖个体，依旧在一个月后死亡；而送往墨尔本动物园的雌性个体，也迅速濒死，直到繁育专家冒险使用了一种未经测试的全新手段，才使得本已濒死的雌性个体转危为安。

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图：San Diego Zoo
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这一年，在墨尔本动物园幸存下来的两只豪勋爵岛竹节虫，顺利完成了繁衍，只是产下的卵孵化率极低。再往后一年，同样如此。

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直到 2006 年，繁育技术逐渐成熟后，墨尔本动物园终于有了 50 只豪勋爵岛竹节虫，并顺利收获了数千枚待孵化的卵；然后到了 2008 年，动物园里的豪勋爵岛竹节虫，已经有 700 只个体和 11376 枚卵；而到了 2012 年，墨尔本动物园已经共计繁育了超过 9000 只豪勋爵岛竹节虫。

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豪勋爵岛竹节虫的卵 摄影师：John Koens
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曾经一度被宣布灭绝的黑色竹节虫，如今总算从灭绝的深渊中爬回了半边身子。与此同时，一项重引入项目也在持续推进中，只要消灭掉豪勋爵岛上所有的黑家鼠，人们便会将豪勋爵岛竹节虫，重新引回它们昔日的净土。

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——假如人类真能杀光那些黑家鼠的话。

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可即使豪勋爵岛竹节虫能够重回故土，这片土地也已经与它们祖辈的记忆不一样了。

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就像是这座小岛上曾经有过的至少 13 种特有鸟类，其中 9 种已经灭绝，1 种濒危，2 种易危，只剩下豪勋爵岛金啸鹟 1 种鸟类，尚且无危。

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而这座曾遗世独立了数百万年的小岛，也再也找不回昔日的模样了。

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岛上特有的豪勋爵岛金啸鹟 摄影师：Lindell
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潮涨依旧潮落，太平洋依旧一望无际。

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汹涌的海浪依旧不停地冲刷着柏尔金字塔裸露的礁岩，只是没有人能够知道，在海天交汇的尽头，海浪会在明天带来什么。

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豪勋爵岛竹节虫不知道。人类同样不知。

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摄影师：NettyA
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这便是在大洋彼岸，一类小小昆虫，名为生存的冒险故事。

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给你们介绍一种因为人类活动而一度“灭绝”，又在与人类意外重逢后，一步步被从诺亚方舟上带回人间的极珍稀动物——豪勋爵岛竹节虫吧

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这是一种如龙虾般巨大的黑色竹节虫，在一百年前曾被认定灭绝。而在二十年前被好不容易重新发现时，也仅剩 24 只随时可能再度覆灭的残存个体

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跨越 80 年的重逢 图源：David Priddel et al., 2001
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这是一个关于毁灭与新生的故事——

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《豪勋爵岛竹节虫：没人知道海浪会带来什么，是毁灭还是新生》

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©犬君拌汪酱

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摄影师：Krissy
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没有人知道海浪会带来什么。

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十五世纪，南美的印第安人用石器耕种土地时，不会知道哥伦布的舰队正乘风而来；十八世纪，东方的巨龙开始闭关锁国时，看不到大洋彼岸的蒸汽冉冉升起。

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而在 1788 年，当大不列颠皇家海军的柏尔舰长，从位于悉尼的博特尼湾，前往诺福克岛流放罪犯时，孤悬于大洋上的那座无人岛尚且无名，岛上的那些竹节虫同样如此。

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而如今，我们称呼它们为豪勋爵岛，以及豪勋爵岛竹节虫。

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豪勋爵岛 摄影师：Dasha
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豪勋爵岛是座诞生于七百万年的火山岛，持续了五十万的地壳活动与海浪，带给它月牙般的形状，并留给它 14.55 平方千米的面积。

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这座大约上海市杨浦区四分之一大的小岛，从未成为过某块大陆的一部分。在它的西边，离它最近的澳大利亚麦克夸利港与它相距 780 千米，相当于青岛到上海；在它的东边，同样孤悬于大洋中的诺福克岛，与它相距 900 千米，接近于上海到厦门。

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红圈里的小岛便是豪勋爵岛 图源：google map
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在过往的千万年里，除了飞鸟与游鱼，没有生灵能够轻易跨越这么遥远的距离。而除了搭乘飞鸟的便车外，只有在狂风与巨浪过后，才会有零星说不上幸运还是不幸的生灵，被卷到这片孤悬的土地，然后挣扎着试图于此扎根。

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这座小岛离其它大陆实在是太远了，以至于大多生物前往这座小岛的船票都只有单程。整座小岛上一半的植物都是特有物种，还有至少 13 种鸟类，除了这座小岛，再也无法在别处找到。

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豪勋爵岛外围的 Blackburn Island 摄影师：Krissy
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1788 年 2 月，当大不列颠的柏尔舰长意外途经此处时，他惊奇地发现连南太平洋的波利尼西亚人都不曾知晓这座小岛。他殷勤地用时任大不列颠海军大臣的豪勋爵命名了这座岛，又在 1788 年 3 月返航途经此处，将小岛东南 23 千米处，一座耸立于海面的火山岩，命名为“柏尔金字塔”。

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然后他宣布，从即刻起，这里便是大不列颠的土地。

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柏尔金字塔 摄影师：Pauline and John Grimshaw
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不过不列颠的女王并没有派出总督统帅岛上的海鸟，而在那之后的一百多年，也只有追逐抹香鲸的捕鲸船，与满载货物的商船会途经此地，将这座小岛当做一个免费的补给点。

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没有人考虑仔细看看这座小岛上有些什么，但即使有人想过，可能也没用。就像彭林夫人号上的船医亚瑟，曾在 1788 年饶有兴致地绘制了豪勋爵岛秧鸡、豪勋爵岛泽鸡、豪勋爵岛鸽这三种岛上特有鸟类的画像，但在他画完后没不久，后两种鸟类便被水手们捕食殆尽了。

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亚瑟绘制的豪勋爵岛泽鸡
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与这些海鸟相比，岛上特有的巨大黑色竹节虫或许可以说是幸运的。

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它们有着黑色的甲壳，椭圆形的躯体，与粗壮的六肢。它们可以长到 20 厘米长，25 克重，趴在树上的时候，看起来就像是一只只没有钳子的小龙虾——也因此，它们获得了“树龙虾”（tree lobster）的俗名。

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好在即使看起来比一般昆虫要美味不少，水手们依旧倾向于将炙热的子弹射向呆头呆脑的海鸟，而不是将去掉头的竹节虫塞进嘴里。于是当悬崖边的海鸟如稻草般成片倒下的时候，岛上的竹节虫依旧享受了一百多年平静的岁月。

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除了偶有水手决定将它们做成鱼饵丢进海里，并没有多少人在意这种在岛上随处可见的大虫子。

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岛上特有的巨大黑色竹节虫 摄影师：Beth Chapman
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也因此，直到人类踏足这座小岛六十多年后的 1855 年，神父泽维尔·蒙鲁齐耶才通过标本将这种竹节虫定了种，并将它命名为“豪勋爵岛竹节虫（Dryococelus australis）”。

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然后又过了六十多年，昆虫学者莱亚·亚瑟才第一次通过文献，描述豪勋爵岛竹节虫是种喜欢在白天群聚躲在活树树洞里的夜行性食叶昆虫，它们喜欢天牛幼虫制造的树洞，并在一个树洞里最多同时发现过多达 68 只竹节虫——而这便也是在两百年间，对豪勋爵岛竹节虫生态习性的全部描述。

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叶片上的豪勋爵岛竹节虫 摄影师：Pavel German
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这种巨大的竹节虫曾经是很常见的，至少在豪勋爵岛上，它们曾经很常见。

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虔诚的信徒宣称，上帝创造世界用了七天。那他若是想要毁灭一个物种，又需要多长时间？

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——对于豪勋爵岛上巨大的竹节虫而言，是 9 天零两年。

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1918 年 6 月，马坎博号商船在豪勋爵岛岸边重重撞上了暗礁，这艘满载货物的商船在岛边足足搁浅了 9 天才修理完毕，然后重启追逐财富的远航。

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然而来自远方的商船上满载的并非只有货物，还有躲藏在暗影中的黑家鼠。当马坎博号的水手站在海边抓耳挠腮的时候，来自大洋彼岸的黑家鼠，也小心翼翼地踏上了潮湿的海岸，然后第一次，探索起了这片对于它们而言全新的土地。

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它们惊喜地发现这片土地上到处都是毫无反抗力的鲜美食材，比如产在地面的鸟蛋，比如挂在树上的幼蝠，以及遍布全岛的黑色竹节虫。

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灭世的黑家鼠与被袭击的鸟巢 摄影师：Nga Manu Images NZ
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豪勋爵岛竹节虫与绝大部分竹节虫不一样，它们没有翅膀。它们并不具备飞行的能力，所能依靠的，只有帮助它们在植物上快速爬行的强壮后腿。

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然而强弱是相对的，快慢也是。当一个人描述离弦的弓箭飞得有多快的时候，他选取的参照物一定不会是子弹。

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比起其它竹节虫，豪勋爵岛竹节虫跑得是比较快的。然而在旧大陆身经百战的黑家鼠眼里，豪勋爵岛竹节虫的“快”，无异于回旋寿司下转动的传送履带。它们只要优雅地伸出爪子，便能轻巧地将履带上的树龙虾抓起，而在咬开稍显坚硬的外壳后，紧实脆爽的肌肉会在它们的口腔中炸裂，迸发出富含氨基酸的甘美滋味。

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《黑家鼠》 图源：Biodiversity Heritage Library
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对于黑家鼠而言，偌大的豪勋爵岛不过是个无人打搅的自助餐厅。它们在上面不停地吃，不停地生，再继续不停地吃，然后仅仅花了两年时间，便将整座岛屿上的巨大竹节虫扫荡一空——从 1920 年起，人们便再也没能在豪勋爵岛上发现任何一只树龙虾了。

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不过严格来说，“树龙虾”并非是豪勋爵岛竹节虫独享的别名，至少有四种分布于世界各地的大型竹节虫，都被称作树龙虾。

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这四种树龙虾虽然形态相近，但亲缘关系却并没有很近。它们不过是因为生活在相似的环境中，从而通过趋同演化，进化成了相似的样子。

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四种长相类似的“树龙虾” 图源：Thomas R. Buckley et al., 2009
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分子证据显示，早在两千两百万年前左右，豪勋爵岛竹节虫所在的分支，便与其它竹节虫分道扬镳了。

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比起只有七百万年历史的豪勋爵岛，豪勋爵岛竹节虫独立演化的历史要久太多了。我们可以轻易地推论，在来到豪勋爵岛前，它们便曾在某个地方待过漫长的时光。

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或许是巧合，又或许是必然，在豪勋爵岛西北有着一片已被海水淹没的海底山链，这片由于地壳运动而沉入海底的群山，曾几何时也是些岛屿，而其中最年长的那座诺瓦海底山，正好有着大约两千三百万的历史。

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豪勋爵岛竹节虫与相近种的进化树 图源：Thomas R. Buckley et al., 2009
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iNnE6o\"> 那些巨大的黑色竹节虫，或许曾在这些旧日的岛屿上，度过了漫长的时光，直到汹涌的大洪水奔涌而至，无情地吞没了它们的家园。它们艰难地攀上名为浮木的诺亚方舟，在狂风中穿越层层巨浪，直至不知多少日夜之后，终于抵达一片全新的净土，然后重新在此繁衍生息。

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它们在这片净土上度过了百万年计的平静时间，直至两腿直立的巨人，在 9 天时间内引入了灭世的火种。随后末日的火焰越烧越旺，在两年之间，将竹节虫同它们的净土，一并燃烧殆尽。

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1920 年，就像人们擅自宣布这座岛屿属于大不列颠一样，人们又擅自宣布，名为豪勋爵岛竹节虫的昆虫，与过去两百年间那数以百计的物种一样，就此灭绝。

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延续了两千三百万年的冒险戛然而止，关于豪勋爵岛竹节虫的故事自此再无新篇。

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——如果柏尔金字塔不存在的话。

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橡胶榕上的竹节虫 摄影师：Henry Cook
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还有人记得柏尔金字塔吗？就是那块大不列颠的柏尔船长用自己命名的火山岩。

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这块长 1100 米，宽 300 米，高 551 米的火山残骸，距离豪勋爵岛大约 23 千米。整块小山般的火山岩上，甚至连一棵树也没有，除了陡峭的岩壁与少数水鸟外，便只有着零星的几株灌木。

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没有人会真的在意这座火山岩，包括命名它的柏尔船长。高贵的大不列颠皇家海军舰长，才不会在意一座毫无开发价值的渺小火山，能进入他眼的，只有遥远的星辰大海与广阔土地。

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豪勋爵岛东南角的渺小火山 图源：google map
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在被命名后的两百年间，除了无需为填饱肚子烦恼的探险者，会偶尔前来追寻刺激，便再没人会来这块荒芜的火山岩。

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但即使如此，命运的齿轮终究还是被转动了。1964 年，攀岩者大卫·鲁茨在挑战柏尔金字塔的途中，发现了一只死去的豪勋爵岛竹节虫；五年之后，又有两只残缺的竹节虫尸体，在火山岩上被发现。

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得知消息的生态学者对此半信半疑，毕竟这块满是悬崖峭壁的火山岩，在理论上根本无法支撑一个大型树栖竹节虫的种群。但陆陆续续还是有科学家试探性地前往柏尔金字塔，然后不出意外地全部空手而归。

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1965 年，柏尔金字塔裸露的岩壁 摄影师：John Game
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直到 2001 年的 2 月 5 号，澳大利亚科学家大卫·普里德尔，带着一个四人小组重新踏上了这块火山残骸。他们再度确认这座小山上连一棵树也没有，而岛上几乎所有的植被，都分布在海拔大约 120 米处的一片狭窄的阶梯状岩地上。

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在这片岩地上，除了矮小的草本外，只有一种当地特有的白千层，也是岛上唯一的灌木。而这种灌木全部的个体加起来，也不过大约 30 株。

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而在这 30 株白千层中最大的那株下面，他们发现了疑似大型昆虫的粪便。

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岛上特有的一种白千层灌木 摄影师：Tony Rodd
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他们决定在竹节虫活跃的晚上返回，于是在当天晚上 11 点零 7 分，他们在那株最大的白千层树冠边缘，发现了两只愉快地咀嚼着嫩叶的雌性竹节虫个体——这是时隔 80 年后，人类第一次再度见到活着的豪勋爵岛竹节虫。

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激动的调查小组甚至舍不得触碰这两只竹节虫，他们对灌木进行了探索，然后又在树冠中，发现了一只 8cm 长的雌性若虫。

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这便是在 2001 年，他们重新发现的全部三只豪勋爵岛竹节虫。

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跨越时代的重逢 图源：David Priddel et al., 2001
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2002 年 3 月 26 号晚上，调查小组再度回到这座火山残骸。

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他们精心调查了除一处过度陡峭的崖壁外，岩地上全部的白千层。所有的白千层都集中在大约 30 米 *6 米的狭小范围内，也就是大约半个篮球场的大小。随后在这块大约半个篮球场大的地方，12 只豪勋爵岛竹节虫被发现在最大的那株白千层灌木上，另外 12 只零星分布在附近的 5 株小灌木上。

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他们在陡峭的崖壁上艰难地对十只个体进行了性别判断，确认其中有 8 只雌性，2 只雄性。悬殊的性别差异，或许是源于豪勋爵岛竹节虫具备的孤雌生殖能力，也或许正是因为能够孤雌生殖，这个仅有 24 个个体的渺小种群，才能在这块小小的火山岩上，残存至今。

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豪勋爵岛竹节虫绿色的若虫 摄影师：San Diego Zoo
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2003 年，新南威尔士国家公园的一个研究团队，小心翼翼地在柏尔金字塔上搜集了两对竹节虫繁殖个体，交给了四位严阵以待的繁育专家。然而即使拼尽全力，送往悉尼的那对繁殖个体，依旧在一个月后死亡；而送往墨尔本动物园的雌性个体，也迅速濒死，直到繁育专家冒险使用了一种未经测试的全新手段，才使得本已濒死的雌性个体转危为安。

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图：San Diego Zoo
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这一年，在墨尔本动物园幸存下来的两只豪勋爵岛竹节虫，顺利完成了繁衍，只是产下的卵孵化率极低。再往后一年，同样如此。

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直到 2006 年，繁育技术逐渐成熟后，墨尔本动物园终于有了 50 只豪勋爵岛竹节虫，并顺利收获了数千枚待孵化的卵；然后到了 2008 年，动物园里的豪勋爵岛竹节虫，已经有 700 只个体和 11376 枚卵；而到了 2012 年，墨尔本动物园已经共计繁育了超过 9000 只豪勋爵岛竹节虫。

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豪勋爵岛竹节虫的卵 摄影师：John Koens
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曾经一度被宣布灭绝的黑色竹节虫，如今总算从灭绝的深渊中爬回了半边身子。与此同时，一项重引入项目也在持续推进中，只要消灭掉豪勋爵岛上所有的黑家鼠，人们便会将豪勋爵岛竹节虫，重新引回它们昔日的净土。

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——假如人类真能杀光那些黑家鼠的话。

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可即使豪勋爵岛竹节虫能够重回故土，这片土地也已经与它们祖辈的记忆不一样了。

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就像是这座小岛上曾经有过的至少 13 种特有鸟类，其中 9 种已经灭绝，1 种濒危，2 种易危，只剩下豪勋爵岛金啸鹟 1 种鸟类，尚且无危。

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而这座曾遗世独立了数百万年的小岛，也再也找不回昔日的模样了。

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岛上特有的豪勋爵岛金啸鹟 摄影师：Lindell
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潮涨依旧潮落，太平洋依旧一望无际。

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汹涌的海浪依旧不停地冲刷着柏尔金字塔裸露的礁岩，只是没有人能够知道，在海天交汇的尽头，海浪会在明天带来什么。

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豪勋爵岛竹节虫不知道。人类同样不知。

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摄影师：NettyA
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这便是在大洋彼岸，一类小小昆虫，名为生存的冒险故事。

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我是犬君，希望你喜欢这个小小的故事，也希望这个故事能带给你些许感悟。

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谢谢！

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鲸鱼是胎生的，那脐带脱落下来后，肯定会留下疤痕，所以它肯定有肚脐。只不过不太好拍，看水下摄影师能不能拍到（或者想不想拍）。

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摄影师 mambolou [1]在水下来到白鲸的下方，给它拍了一张有点点“奇怪”的仰视图，可以完整的看到它的腹部，还有它的肚脐眼。

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摄影师拍的另一个视角，也能清晰看到白鲸的肚脐，甚至觉得它的腹肌有点性感……天天游泳做有氧能不身材好吗（%&¥##%

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亚历山大·沃斯（Alexander Werth） 和 托马斯·詹姆斯·福特（Thomas James Ford） 之前对白鲸的腹部做过一个专门的研究[2]，下图是白鲸的腹部视图。指向线标记的是对称的收缩肌肉轮廓，可能是左侧腹直肌和右侧腹直肌。

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在文章内有一个示意图，可以很清楚看到雄性白鲸的肚脐（umbilicus）位置，还有一个比较敏感的位置……

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说到鲸鱼的腹肌，想起一个梗图。起源是海洋生物摄影师大卫 · 梅伦（David Merro）拍到了一张白鲸的照片：

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刚好这头鲸鱼浮出水面的同时，胸腹部朝上，露出六块“腹肌”（注意打引号了）。大卫忍不住感慨：看起来这头鲸鱼天天去健身房！

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然后网友就做了各种梗图

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甚至手办

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不知道白鲸本鲸看了什么想法，可能会想：腹肌有是有，但你看到的其实是腹部脂肪层叠到了一起……

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Scientists at Tianjin University have developed a high-energy lithium metal battery with an energy density two to three times greater than that of existing lithium-ion batteries, according to findings published in the journal Nature recently.

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The breakthrough was achieved by redesigning the battery's electrolyte to improve the movement of lithium ions. With batteries of the same weight, the range of electric vehicles is expected to multiply.

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The findings are a significant step in meeting the urgent demand in fields such as electric transportation and the low-altitude economy for high-energy, long-duration rechargeable batteries.

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Energy density, the amount of energy that can be stored per mass, is a core performance indicator for batteries.

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"For a long time, scientists have hoped to increase the energy density of batteries while ensuring maximum safety, enabling batteries to store more electricity with lighter weight and smaller volume," said Hu Wenbin, a professor at the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Tianjin University and leader of the research team.

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Developers have faced challenges in improving the performance of traditional lithium batteries, Hu said. The electrolyte of traditional lithium batteries is generally composed of a single salt and a few solvents, forming a point-like structure. That structure limits the migration capability of lithium ions, resulting in imbalances in the electrolyte and restricting the battery's energy storage and cycling performance.

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To address the problem, the team designed an ultra-dispersed electrolyte, or UDE, after years of research.

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"Compared with the relatively single composition of traditional electrolytes, this electrolyte integrates multiple solvents and salts, significantly enhancing the disordered solvation micro-environment. It creates a face-like microscopic environment, effectively reducing the kinetic barriers to lithium-ion movement," Hu said.

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The new electrolyte design optimizes performance and achieves internationally recognized high energy density targets, Hu added. Pouch cell energy density exceeds 600 watt-hours-per-kilogram, and battery pack energy density exceeds 480 Wh/kg.

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By comparison, United States electric car manufacturer Tesla's 4680 battery has an energy density of about 300 Wh/kg, and Chinese electric vehicle company BYD's Blade Battery is around 150 Wh/kg.

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"This lays an important foundation for the future application of lithium metal batteries," Hu said.

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The team also discovered that within the dispersed microscopic environment formed by the UDE, a solid electrolyte interphase, or SEI, develops inside the battery.

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"This robust and stable interface enables the electrode to remain stable during prolonged cycling, which is crucial for enhancing the lifespan of high-performance lithium metal batteries," Hu said.

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The researchers used artificial intelligence to screen electrolyte materials, significantly shortening development time. They collaborated with the National University of Singapore and several Chinese companies.

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With support from national-level platforms such as Tianjin University's National Industry-Education Platform of Energy Storage and the National Key Laboratory of Precious Metal Functional Materials, the team is promoting commercialization and practical application of the findings.

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A pilot production line for high-energy lithium metal batteries is operational, and the technology has been tested in three models of domestically developed micro electric drones. Their flight endurance increased by up to 2.8 times compared with current battery systems.

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yandongjie@chinadaily.com.cn

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Scientists at Tianjin University have developed a high-energy lithium metal battery with an energy density two to three times greater than that of existing lithium-ion batteries, according to findings published in the journal Nature recently.

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The breakthrough was achieved by redesigning the battery's electrolyte to improve the movement of lithium ions. With batteries of the same weight, the range of electric vehicles is expected to multiply.

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The findings are a significant step in meeting the urgent demand in fields such as electric transportation and the low-altitude economy for high-energy, long-duration rechargeable batteries.

\n

Energy density, the amount of energy that can be stored per mass, is a core performance indicator for batteries.

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"For a long time, scientists have hoped to increase the energy density of batteries while ensuring maximum safety, enabling batteries to store more electricity with lighter weight and smaller volume," said Hu Wenbin, a professor at the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Tianjin University and leader of the research team.

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Developers have faced challenges in improving the performance of traditional lithium batteries, Hu said. The electrolyte of traditional lithium batteries is generally composed of a single salt and a few solvents, forming a point-like structure. That structure limits the migration capability of lithium ions, resulting in imbalances in the electrolyte and restricting the battery's energy storage and cycling performance.

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To address the problem, the team designed an ultra-dispersed electrolyte, or UDE, after years of research.

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"Compared with the relatively single composition of traditional electrolytes, this electrolyte integrates multiple solvents and salts, significantly enhancing the disordered solvation micro-environment. It creates a face-like microscopic environment, effectively reducing the kinetic barriers to lithium-ion movement," Hu said.

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The new electrolyte design optimizes performance and achieves internationally recognized high energy density targets, Hu added. Pouch cell energy density exceeds 600 watt-hours-per-kilogram, and battery pack energy density exceeds 480 Wh/kg.

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By comparison, United States electric car manufacturer Tesla's 4680 battery has an energy density of about 300 Wh/kg, and Chinese electric vehicle company BYD's Blade Battery is around 150 Wh/kg.

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"This lays an important foundation for the future application of lithium metal batteries," Hu said.

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The team also discovered that within the dispersed microscopic environment formed by the UDE, a solid electrolyte interphase, or SEI, develops inside the battery.

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"This robust and stable interface enables the electrode to remain stable during prolonged cycling, which is crucial for enhancing the lifespan of high-performance lithium metal batteries," Hu said.

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The researchers used artificial intelligence to screen electrolyte materials, significantly shortening development time. They collaborated with the National University of Singapore and several Chinese companies.

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With support from national-level platforms such as Tianjin University's National Industry-Education Platform of Energy Storage and the National Key Laboratory of Precious Metal Functional Materials, the team is promoting commercialization and practical application of the findings.

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A pilot production line for high-energy lithium metal batteries is operational, and the technology has been tested in three models of domestically developed micro electric drones. Their flight endurance increased by up to 2.8 times compared with current battery systems.

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yandongjie@chinadaily.com.cn

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The US State Department issued its annual human rights report on China on Tuesday last week, in which it once again groundlessly pointed an accusing finger at the country for alleged human rights abuses.

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The report is divorced from reality and constitutes a grave interference in China's internal affairs. The US' double standards on human rights issues and its intention of weaponizing human rights for its own geopolitical interests are plain to see.

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China's human rights achievements are widely recognized around the world. The country's development is about providing a better life for the 1.4 billion Chinese people and the country follows a people-centered development approach. It has charted a path of human rights development that suits China's national conditions. The path has been embraced by the people and conforms to the trends of the time.

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In the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, people of different ethnic groups enjoy their rights according to law. The region has achieved noticeable results in advancing socioeconomic development and human rights, and it remains stable and tranquil. As a result, it has been able to open its doors wider to the outside world, receiving more than 200 million domestic and foreign tourists annually. It has also become a major hub of the Belt and Road Initiative and a major channel for the China-Europe Railway Express.

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Likewise, human rights in the Xizang autonomous region and its development have made evident progress. The success of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in practicing "one country, two systems" is also there for everyone to see.

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While China is willing to engage in dialogue and exchanges on human rights with all countries, it will never allow any country to interfere in its internal affairs, jeopardize China's interests, or tarnish China's image under the pretext of "human rights". The nation is firmly opposed to the politicization and weaponization of human rights issues, and the arbitrary use of human rights by some developed countries to suppress developing countries that pursue independent and autonomous policies.

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Before lecturing other countries on human rights, the US should face squarely its own human rights issues. The State Council Information Office of China on Sunday released a report on human rights violations in the US in 2024, indicating how grave the human rights conditions are in the country.

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The inequality in US society continues to increase, with the rich getting richer and the poor getting poorer. As a result the US public is deeply disillusioned with the country's democratic system in which money dictates policy. For instance, the root cause of the US' opioid crisis lies in interest hijacking, government-business collusion and regulatory failure. Interest groups, driven by profit, have intensified their lobbying efforts and deceptively promoted the use of opioids. The number of fatal overdoses involving synthetic opioids and stimulants has surged in the past few years.

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Gun violence remains rampant in the US. According to the Sunday report, there were 503 mass shootings and 45 school shootings in the US in 2024. In all, 40,000 Americans were killed by gun violence last year, including over 1,400 children. Meanwhile, police brutality — particularly against non-white ethnic minorities — persists in total disregard of human rights. African Americans, for instance, are three times more likely to be shot and killed by police than white Americans.

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Worse, the human rights issues the US creates are not just restricted to its own territory.

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While hyping up fabricated violations of the "human rights" of Uygurs and other ethnic minorities in China, particularly Muslim groups, the US administration pays no heed to the ugly role it is playing, both directly and indirectly, in the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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The US is also the world's biggest user of unilateral sanctions. It has increasingly imposed them on some less-developed countries in recent years. More than 60 percent of low-income countries are now under some form of financial penalty imposed by the US, according to the report.

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Under the collusion of power and capital, human rights have been distorted into mere props in a political "show" and bargaining chips in a power "casino", completely deviating from their core values and fundamental principles. As the report says, the tumultuous political stage of the US in 2024 acts as a prism, reflecting the structural dilemmas of US-style human rights.

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Kiruna Kyrka, a historic Swedish Lutheran wooden church, rests on wheels as it is relocated to a new site beside the cemetery, 5 kilometers away, in Kiruna, Sweden, on Sunday. The Arctic town's entire center is being moved as part of a campaign to expand Europe's biggest underground mine.

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Kiruna Kyrka, a historic Swedish Lutheran wooden church, rests on wheels as it is relocated to a new site beside the cemetery, 5 kilometers away, in Kiruna, Sweden, on Sunday. The Arctic town's entire center is being moved as part of a campaign to expand Europe's biggest underground mine.

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China's monetary conditions are likely to remain reasonably accommodative in the coming months, continuing to support credit expansion while contributing to steadier capital market expectations, analysts said on Monday.

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They said that the focus of the People's Bank of China, the country's central bank, on preventing idle capital circulation should not be seen as an effort to cool the recent stock market rally, but rather as a move to ensure funds flow into the real economy instead of idling within the banking system.

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Nevertheless, they noted that near-term cuts in the reserve requirement ratio — the proportion of deposits banks must keep as reserves — or interest rates appear unlikely given the recent pickup in China's core inflation, with any new significant easing moves likely to depend on economic data and may potentially occur in the fourth quarter.

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Li Chao, chief economist at Zheshang Securities, said monetary policy is likely to remain moderately accommodative rather than shift toward tightening in the coming months.

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Li said that as external shocks linger and domestic structural challenges persist — including insufficient demand and excessive competition on the supply side — a moderately accommodative policy is needed to offset the downward economic pressures, with further cuts in the RRR and interest rates possible this year.

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The PBOC pledged in its second-quarter monetary policy report on Friday that it will strive for better implementation of the moderately loose monetary policy, maintain abundant liquidity, help maintain price levels at a reasonable range and promote a decline in overall social financing costs.

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Meanwhile, the report pointed to the need to enhance the efficiency of fund utilization, prevent idle capital circulation and strike a proper balance between supporting the real economy and maintaining the financial sector's own soundness.

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Yang Fan, chief macro and policy analyst at CITIC Securities, said the central bank's emphasis on preventing the circulation of idle capital highlights its focus on curbing the use of low-interest loans for nonproductive purposes such as redepositing into higher-yield deposits or buying wealth management products, rather than tightening credit to reduce leverage in the financial system.

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A report from Chasing International Economic Institute said the sign that some households have reallocated funds from deposits into stocks — shifting away some wealth management products that idle capital may circulate in — is something policymakers would likely welcome as it channels capital more directly into the real economy.

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Data from the central bank showed that deposits at nonbank financial institutions — such as securities firms and insurance companies — rose by 2.14 trillion yuan ($298.17 billion) in July. The increment was 1.39 trillion yuan higher than the same period last year, which experts said pointed to an accelerated flow of money into the stock market.

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The report added that the possibility of the PBOC cutting the RRR and interest rates later this year cannot be ruled out amid the rising likelihood of the US Federal Reserve restarting rate cuts.

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Markets are awaiting US Fed Chair Jerome Powell's monetary policy outlook message this week at the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium, especially on whether the Fed is poised to cut interest rates in September.

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Wang Qing, chief macroeconomic analyst at Golden Credit Rating International, however, said the near-term probability of an RRR cut is low, given that the economy has performed well in the first half.

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"The central bank is more likely to rely on tools such as the medium-term lending facility and outright repos to keep market liquidity ample," Wang said.

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zhoulanxv@chinadaily.com.cn

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A Cathay Pacific aircraft is seen landing at Xi'an Xianyang International Airport in Shaanxi province on July 6.

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Hong Kong-based Cathay Group said it would continue to increase investment in the Chinese mainland, a highly important market, and hire more flight attendants and pilots from the Chinese mainland to meet growing travel demand.

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By the end of this year, Cathay Pacific Airways plans to raise the total number of staff members in the Chinese mainland to 4,000 from more than 3,000 currently. In Shenzhen and Guangzhou of Guangdong province, the company has two offices that focus on the technology side of the business and it hopes to soon expand these teams to about 200 people in total.

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So far this year, Cathay Group has launched 19 new stops globally from Hong Kong, including four operated by Cathay Pacific in Chinese mainland cities, such as Urumqi in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. In addition, the group's low-cost carrier HK Express launched flights connecting Hong Kong with Yiwu, Zhejiang province; Changzhou, Jiangsu province; and Guiyang, Guizhou province.

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Cathay Pacific currently operates four round-trip flights per week connecting Hong Kong with Urumqi, and it hopes to lift the frequency to daily flights if the schedule permits. The business performance in both directions has been good, and many world travelers transfer in Hong Kong before they arrive in Urumqi.

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Ronald Lam, chief executive officer of Cathay Group, said the group will consider launching more flights connecting Hong Kong with major cities, and second- and third-tier cities in the Chinese mainland.

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Meanwhile, as part of its continued investment in the Chinese mainland, Cathay Pacific officially launched its redesigned flagship lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport on Friday.

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This comes as part of the group's over HK$100 billion ($12.79 billion) investment plan into fleet, cabin products, lounges and digital innovations. The investment is for the seven-year period since last year, it said.

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Beijing's air travel market has seen rapid growth so far this year, thanks to multiple favorable policies that facilitate personnel exchanges. On Aug 6, the number of international and regional passenger trips handled at Beijing Capital International Airport exceeded 10 million, with the milestone being reached 30 days earlier than last year. The airport is expected to handle 17 million international and regional visits throughout the year, it projected.

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"We are incredibly excited to reopen the doors of our latest flagship Beijing lounge. The redesigned lounge complements Cathay Pacific's seven daily return flights between Hong Kong and Beijing this summer," Lam said.

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"As a group, we continue to expand our network in the Chinese mainland, operating more than 300 return flights per week to 23 destinations during the summer peak. We remain committed to providing customers with a seamless travel experience through our Hong Kong hub," he said.

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Besides Beijing, Cathay Pacific also operates two other lounges in the Chinese mainland — an airport lounge at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, and its first ferry port lounge at the Shekou Cruise Homeport in Shenzhen for intermodal travelers. Next, the airline plans to launch new flagship lounges in Hong Kong and for the first time in New York in the first quarter of next year.

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The group recently posted solid interim results. In the first half of this year, it netted a profit of HK$3.7 billion, similar to the same period of last year. The group also announced plans to order 14 new Boeing 777-9 aircraft to support the expansion of its flight network.

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Chinese mainland travelers have shown a growing interest in visiting Hong Kong. In the first seven months of this year, Hong Kong received a total of more than 28 million passenger trips. Among which, over 21.3 million visits came from the Chinese mainland, up 10 percent year-on-year, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board.

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zhuwenqian@chinadaily.com.cn

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A Cathay Pacific aircraft is seen landing at Xi'an Xianyang International Airport in Shaanxi province on July 6.

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Hong Kong-based Cathay Group said it would continue to increase investment in the Chinese mainland, a highly important market, and hire more flight attendants and pilots from the Chinese mainland to meet growing travel demand.

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By the end of this year, Cathay Pacific Airways plans to raise the total number of staff members in the Chinese mainland to 4,000 from more than 3,000 currently. In Shenzhen and Guangzhou of Guangdong province, the company has two offices that focus on the technology side of the business and it hopes to soon expand these teams to about 200 people in total.

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So far this year, Cathay Group has launched 19 new stops globally from Hong Kong, including four operated by Cathay Pacific in Chinese mainland cities, such as Urumqi in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. In addition, the group's low-cost carrier HK Express launched flights connecting Hong Kong with Yiwu, Zhejiang province; Changzhou, Jiangsu province; and Guiyang, Guizhou province.

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Cathay Pacific currently operates four round-trip flights per week connecting Hong Kong with Urumqi, and it hopes to lift the frequency to daily flights if the schedule permits. The business performance in both directions has been good, and many world travelers transfer in Hong Kong before they arrive in Urumqi.

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Ronald Lam, chief executive officer of Cathay Group, said the group will consider launching more flights connecting Hong Kong with major cities, and second- and third-tier cities in the Chinese mainland.

\n

Meanwhile, as part of its continued investment in the Chinese mainland, Cathay Pacific officially launched its redesigned flagship lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport on Friday.

\n

This comes as part of the group's over HK$100 billion ($12.79 billion) investment plan into fleet, cabin products, lounges and digital innovations. The investment is for the seven-year period since last year, it said.

\n

Beijing's air travel market has seen rapid growth so far this year, thanks to multiple favorable policies that facilitate personnel exchanges. On Aug 6, the number of international and regional passenger trips handled at Beijing Capital International Airport exceeded 10 million, with the milestone being reached 30 days earlier than last year. The airport is expected to handle 17 million international and regional visits throughout the year, it projected.

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"We are incredibly excited to reopen the doors of our latest flagship Beijing lounge. The redesigned lounge complements Cathay Pacific's seven daily return flights between Hong Kong and Beijing this summer," Lam said.

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"As a group, we continue to expand our network in the Chinese mainland, operating more than 300 return flights per week to 23 destinations during the summer peak. We remain committed to providing customers with a seamless travel experience through our Hong Kong hub," he said.

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Besides Beijing, Cathay Pacific also operates two other lounges in the Chinese mainland — an airport lounge at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, and its first ferry port lounge at the Shekou Cruise Homeport in Shenzhen for intermodal travelers. Next, the airline plans to launch new flagship lounges in Hong Kong and for the first time in New York in the first quarter of next year.

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The group recently posted solid interim results. In the first half of this year, it netted a profit of HK$3.7 billion, similar to the same period of last year. The group also announced plans to order 14 new Boeing 777-9 aircraft to support the expansion of its flight network.

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Chinese mainland travelers have shown a growing interest in visiting Hong Kong. In the first seven months of this year, Hong Kong received a total of more than 28 million passenger trips. Among which, over 21.3 million visits came from the Chinese mainland, up 10 percent year-on-year, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board.

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zhuwenqian@chinadaily.com.cn

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Left: Visitors examine a gilded brass music clock with agate inlay at Beijing's Summer Palace. Right: The clock is among the cultural relics evacuated during wartime in the first half of the 20th century.

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Online Scan the code to watch the video.

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A group of students stands before an exquisite gilded brass clock adorned with cloisonne enamel and a tour guide revealing the artifact's history.

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They're visiting the exhibition A Journey between North and South: Relocating Treasures for Perpetuity, which launched on Friday and runs until Nov 16 at the Summer Palace Museum and the Deheyuan, or Garden of Virtue and Harmony, in Beijing.

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This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45).

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In January 1933, Japanese forces broke through the Shanhai Pass, a strategic pass of the Great Wall, putting Beijing, then Beiping, under the imminent threat of war.

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To avoid the ravages of war, the Palace Museum in Beijing spearheaded the evacuation of over 19,000 boxes of cultural relics from institutions across Beijing, including the Summer Palace.

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The treasures were transported to Shanghai and then Nanjing, in present-day Jiangsu province. When the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression broke out in full scale in 1937, the relics were forced to be transferred to southwestern China. The relocation covered more than 10 provincial-level regions and tens of thousands of miles.

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This exhibition is themed on the southward relocation of the Summer Palace's cultural relics and their return to the north from 1933 to 1951.

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It features 160 sets of objects that survived the chaos of war. Many are from the Summer Palace's collection, alongside treasures from institutions such as the Palace Museum, as well as Jiangsu province's Nanjing Museum and Zhenjiang Museum.

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"The cultural relics' southward relocation was an unprecedented endeavor to safeguard the roots of Chinese civilization amid the flames of war. Such spirit embodies not merely the unyielding belief that guarded our civilization during wartime, but also the enduring soul of contemporary cultural heritage preservation," says Rong Hua, deputy head of the Summer Palace.

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Visitors can read an innovative first-person narrative from the perspective of the cultural relics on boards, which guides them through the historical scenes about how these national treasures were protected during the war.

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The relics were carefully packed and transported to cities by road, rail and waterway.

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According to Wei Lijia, head of the Summer Palace's cultural relics department, they chose some exhibits that symbolize the perilous journey, such as mountain-themed stone carvings and two brass barometer-thermometer clocks crafted in the form of a steamship and locomotive.

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In the yard of the Summer Palace Museum, a group of installations featuring the lunar phases — from waning to waxing — mirrors the theme of the exhibition to welcome visitors.

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"Audiences can observe the moon's gradual transition to fullness via the installation, which symbolizes the homeward journey of these cultural relics," Wei says.

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"Rooted in the traditional Chinese belief that the moon shines the brightest over one's homeland, it symbolizes that when the moon is full, the cultural relics would finally return home — a homecoming now fulfilled."

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xulin@chinadaily.com.cn

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Arthur Rorris, secretary of the South Coast Labour Council, shows a newspaper image reflecting the Dalfram Dispute on Aug 4.

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The Triumph monument, erected on Nov 15, 2018, and funded by the NSW government in association with the Maritime Union of Australia, commemorates the Dalfram Dispute at Port Kembla in Wollongong, Australia.

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Striking workers at Port Kembla in December 1938.

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The steamship SS Dalfram.

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As a child, Australian Ray Gamble would hear stories about how his father had to collect scraps from the local butcher to feed fellow workers at the wharf.

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"My dad, he used to talk about that hard time. ... He would get all the leftover meat for the workers to help them survive," Gamble, 69, told China Daily.

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His father, Norm "Sunshine "Gamble, then 25, and his colleagues were among the 180 wharf workers at Port Kembla in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia, who refused to load a shipment of pig iron onto the steamship SS Dalfram, bound for Japan, on Nov 15, 1938.

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The workers had heard that the iron would be used to produce weapons to be used against China, which was fighting Japanese invaders.

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The port protest, which became known as the Dalfram Dispute, soon involved unions and other workers in the region and beyond, stretching over 10 weeks and leading to a lockout of ships, with about 4,000 steelworkers laid off. The union action garnered support from local residents and drew national and global attention.

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"My father was a very staunch unionist and they were the ones who got together and stopped the pig iron being loaded," said Gamble, who also worked in maritime services and retired two years ago.

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His father died in 2002, but Gamble said his own children and younger relatives know very well this important time in the family's history. "I've explained to them what their grandfather and all the others went through; they're proud of their grandfather," he said.

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Common ties

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The workers' actions at Port Kembla are widely lauded as a historic example of building peace and common ties across borders. Community leaders in Australia have pointed to its renewed significance amid events commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War.

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Garry Keane, 70, former secretary of the southern New South Wales branch of the Maritime Union of Australia, told China Daily that it's timely to be reminded of the incident.

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The maritime union traces its roots to the Waterside Workers' Federation, which was behind the campaign in Wollongong opposing the Japanese invasion of China.

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During the dispute — with Australian workers' strong sense of solidarity with China and amid the broader anti-war sentiment — the Chinese community offered food and other support to the unionists, Keane said.

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"The Chinese community in Sydney was very strong and they used to bring truckloads of vegetables from the markets down to the picket line where these guys (wharf workers) had nothing coming out of the (Great) Depression," said Keane, who was also deputy national presiding officer of the maritime union.

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"It really did build a bond. This bond was forged during that time and it has been maintained over the past decades. We have a close association with the Chinese community," he said, adding that the Dalfram Dispute is commemorated every year on Nov 15 at the Port Kembla Heritage Park, joined by members of the Chinese community, with similar events to remember the Nanjing Massacre.

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Arthur Rorris, 57, secretary of the South Coast Labour Council, Wollongong, told China Daily that the Dalfram Dispute was important in showing how workers led the way with their stand for peace.

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"This changed the face of Australian unionism and it changed the face as well of collective efforts, with the relationships between the broader community and the union movement," said Rorris.

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The dispute influenced Australian foreign policy in facing increasing hostilities amid the run-up to World War II. At the time, it was not long after World War I, and young people in Australia were split about going to war, he said.

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"What had become apparent was that it's always the workers whose blood is spilled in a time of war. And they said, 'why should our blood be spilt for that?' Sometimes you do have to do that to defend your country, to defend a rightful cause, but not for the interests of imperialists and others.

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"That is why the workers' action was so important and had a lasting change, because what they said is that'we will have a seat on that table where you make the decisions about who is our enemy and who is not'."

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Rorris said it was very clear that the workers had a greater awareness of the world and the events unfolding in China.

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He said the workers felt a greater alignment with interests and concerns of their brothers and sisters in China, than for the bosses who wanted to make a profit by sending iron to Japan, noting that Japanese attacks on Australia during WWII included the bombing of Darwin in northern Australia.

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"What was done, how it was done, how it united all of the communities — the Chinese community, the broader Australian community, the workers here and abroad — these things are very significant, which is why we commemorate them," Rorris said.

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The Dalfram Dispute ended in January 1939 with the stevedores going back to work, after union-government negotiations that included future pig iron exports.

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"They ended up loading the Dalfram but that finished the trade of pig iron to Japan. It was Australian foreign policy (at that time) to sell the pig iron, though, knowing what was coming," Keane said. "But it was the action of those 180 waterside workers that actually changed the foreign policy and stopped that trade."

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Significance of support

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Sandra Pires, who directed the 2015 documentary, The Dalfram Dispute 1938: Pig Iron Bob, told China Daily that it was "an internationally significant action … by men who believed they were going to make a difference; they had a conscience, and they won".

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They are on the right side of history, said Pires, whose film title refers to the nickname given to Australia's then attorney general Robert Menzies amid his opposition to the workers' action.

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Communist Party of Australia member and public servant Christian Raymond, 30, told China Daily the Dalfram Dispute is important to him as a young Australian because "it reminds us of a moment when Australians stood up to take a position in opposition to war, in support of peace across the world".

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Raymond regularly visits the heritage park, where there is a monument attesting to "the stand against military aggression; a stand forever forged between the peoples of China and Australia".

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The significance of the Dalfram Dispute is being revisited amid the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, which included a major symphony concert and photo exhibition in Sydney on Aug 9.The "Ode to Peace and the Future" concert featured a 58-piece symphony orchestra and a 260-strong choir.

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Speaking at the concert, Chinese Consul General in Sydney Wang Yu said that Chinese and Australians had stood united against fascism.

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The Dalfram Dispute monument stands "silently recounting the heroic act of Australian workers", he said. "The ladder at the top of the monument symbolizes the yearning for peace and serves as a bridge connecting the friendship between the people of our two countries," Wang said.

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Mark Buttigieg, New South Wales parliamentary secretary for industrial relations and multiculturalism, said that "unless we gather together and remember what happened in our past, in terms of loss of human life and wars … unless we're vigilant, we can go down that negative path of the dark age again".

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Rorris said events like the concert are always important to help remember the path to peace and progress forged eight decades ago by the port workers.

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"We have a saying here that history is the workers' greatest friend. You must never ever forget how we came to be, where we are," he said. "We are a relatively affluent country; we still have our issues, but all of the protections and the benefits and our standard of living were won through the march of the labor movement. They were achieved by the working class," Rorris said.

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The seafarers in Australia played a major role in highlighting the sacrifices made by the Chinese people during the war, he said.

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"The very nature of their work meant that they saw firsthand what was happening in many of these other countries because they would go to the ports. So a lot of the information that came back to their unions was firsthand information," he said.

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During the war and after the war, it became a lot clearer the sacrifices that had been made, he said.

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"People are starting to realize more and more how the resistance in China was a turning point… At the end of the day, the history of Chinese struggle is critical here.

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"There were great sacrifices that should never have happened. But it also means that in terms of this country, there's no doubt the Dalfram Dispute was the first shot fired in the war against fascism in this country," Rorris said.

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Once again across the oceans, we can extend that friendship with the Chinese people and people around the world, he said, adding: "And to say that we must plan for peace, not war, and not fall into the trap of thinking that we can arm ourselves to peace."

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"When you look at Dalfram… the people always have a say, the people will get out and their voice will be heard," Keane said.

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"There's a saying among our movement that peace is union business and the unions will always be involved in peace, not war."

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Contact the writers at xinxin@chinadaily.com.cn

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Online Scan the code to watch the video.

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Arthur Rorris, secretary of the South Coast Labour Council, shows a newspaper image reflecting the Dalfram Dispute on Aug 4.

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The Triumph monument, erected on Nov 15, 2018, and funded by the NSW government in association with the Maritime Union of Australia, commemorates the Dalfram Dispute at Port Kembla in Wollongong, Australia.

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Striking workers at Port Kembla in December 1938.

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The steamship SS Dalfram.

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As a child, Australian Ray Gamble would hear stories about how his father had to collect scraps from the local butcher to feed fellow workers at the wharf.

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"My dad, he used to talk about that hard time. ... He would get all the leftover meat for the workers to help them survive," Gamble, 69, told China Daily.

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His father, Norm "Sunshine "Gamble, then 25, and his colleagues were among the 180 wharf workers at Port Kembla in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia, who refused to load a shipment of pig iron onto the steamship SS Dalfram, bound for Japan, on Nov 15, 1938.

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The workers had heard that the iron would be used to produce weapons to be used against China, which was fighting Japanese invaders.

\n

The port protest, which became known as the Dalfram Dispute, soon involved unions and other workers in the region and beyond, stretching over 10 weeks and leading to a lockout of ships, with about 4,000 steelworkers laid off. The union action garnered support from local residents and drew national and global attention.

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"My father was a very staunch unionist and they were the ones who got together and stopped the pig iron being loaded," said Gamble, who also worked in maritime services and retired two years ago.

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His father died in 2002, but Gamble said his own children and younger relatives know very well this important time in the family's history. "I've explained to them what their grandfather and all the others went through; they're proud of their grandfather," he said.

\n

Common ties

\n

The workers' actions at Port Kembla are widely lauded as a historic example of building peace and common ties across borders. Community leaders in Australia have pointed to its renewed significance amid events commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War.

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Garry Keane, 70, former secretary of the southern New South Wales branch of the Maritime Union of Australia, told China Daily that it's timely to be reminded of the incident.

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The maritime union traces its roots to the Waterside Workers' Federation, which was behind the campaign in Wollongong opposing the Japanese invasion of China.

\n

During the dispute — with Australian workers' strong sense of solidarity with China and amid the broader anti-war sentiment — the Chinese community offered food and other support to the unionists, Keane said.

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"The Chinese community in Sydney was very strong and they used to bring truckloads of vegetables from the markets down to the picket line where these guys (wharf workers) had nothing coming out of the (Great) Depression," said Keane, who was also deputy national presiding officer of the maritime union.

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"It really did build a bond. This bond was forged during that time and it has been maintained over the past decades. We have a close association with the Chinese community," he said, adding that the Dalfram Dispute is commemorated every year on Nov 15 at the Port Kembla Heritage Park, joined by members of the Chinese community, with similar events to remember the Nanjing Massacre.

\n

Arthur Rorris, 57, secretary of the South Coast Labour Council, Wollongong, told China Daily that the Dalfram Dispute was important in showing how workers led the way with their stand for peace.

\n

"This changed the face of Australian unionism and it changed the face as well of collective efforts, with the relationships between the broader community and the union movement," said Rorris.

\n

The dispute influenced Australian foreign policy in facing increasing hostilities amid the run-up to World War II. At the time, it was not long after World War I, and young people in Australia were split about going to war, he said.

\n

"What had become apparent was that it's always the workers whose blood is spilled in a time of war. And they said, 'why should our blood be spilt for that?' Sometimes you do have to do that to defend your country, to defend a rightful cause, but not for the interests of imperialists and others.

\n

"That is why the workers' action was so important and had a lasting change, because what they said is that'we will have a seat on that table where you make the decisions about who is our enemy and who is not'."

\n

Rorris said it was very clear that the workers had a greater awareness of the world and the events unfolding in China.

\n

He said the workers felt a greater alignment with interests and concerns of their brothers and sisters in China, than for the bosses who wanted to make a profit by sending iron to Japan, noting that Japanese attacks on Australia during WWII included the bombing of Darwin in northern Australia.

\n

"What was done, how it was done, how it united all of the communities — the Chinese community, the broader Australian community, the workers here and abroad — these things are very significant, which is why we commemorate them," Rorris said.

\n

The Dalfram Dispute ended in January 1939 with the stevedores going back to work, after union-government negotiations that included future pig iron exports.

\n

"They ended up loading the Dalfram but that finished the trade of pig iron to Japan. It was Australian foreign policy (at that time) to sell the pig iron, though, knowing what was coming," Keane said. "But it was the action of those 180 waterside workers that actually changed the foreign policy and stopped that trade."

\n

Significance of support

\n

Sandra Pires, who directed the 2015 documentary, The Dalfram Dispute 1938: Pig Iron Bob, told China Daily that it was "an internationally significant action … by men who believed they were going to make a difference; they had a conscience, and they won".

\n

They are on the right side of history, said Pires, whose film title refers to the nickname given to Australia's then attorney general Robert Menzies amid his opposition to the workers' action.

\n

Communist Party of Australia member and public servant Christian Raymond, 30, told China Daily the Dalfram Dispute is important to him as a young Australian because "it reminds us of a moment when Australians stood up to take a position in opposition to war, in support of peace across the world".

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Raymond regularly visits the heritage park, where there is a monument attesting to "the stand against military aggression; a stand forever forged between the peoples of China and Australia".

\n

The significance of the Dalfram Dispute is being revisited amid the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, which included a major symphony concert and photo exhibition in Sydney on Aug 9.The "Ode to Peace and the Future" concert featured a 58-piece symphony orchestra and a 260-strong choir.

\n

Speaking at the concert, Chinese Consul General in Sydney Wang Yu said that Chinese and Australians had stood united against fascism.

\n

The Dalfram Dispute monument stands "silently recounting the heroic act of Australian workers", he said. "The ladder at the top of the monument symbolizes the yearning for peace and serves as a bridge connecting the friendship between the people of our two countries," Wang said.

\n

Mark Buttigieg, New South Wales parliamentary secretary for industrial relations and multiculturalism, said that "unless we gather together and remember what happened in our past, in terms of loss of human life and wars … unless we're vigilant, we can go down that negative path of the dark age again".

\n

Rorris said events like the concert are always important to help remember the path to peace and progress forged eight decades ago by the port workers.

\n

"We have a saying here that history is the workers' greatest friend. You must never ever forget how we came to be, where we are," he said. "We are a relatively affluent country; we still have our issues, but all of the protections and the benefits and our standard of living were won through the march of the labor movement. They were achieved by the working class," Rorris said.

\n

The seafarers in Australia played a major role in highlighting the sacrifices made by the Chinese people during the war, he said.

\n

"The very nature of their work meant that they saw firsthand what was happening in many of these other countries because they would go to the ports. So a lot of the information that came back to their unions was firsthand information," he said.

\n

During the war and after the war, it became a lot clearer the sacrifices that had been made, he said.

\n

"People are starting to realize more and more how the resistance in China was a turning point… At the end of the day, the history of Chinese struggle is critical here.

\n

"There were great sacrifices that should never have happened. But it also means that in terms of this country, there's no doubt the Dalfram Dispute was the first shot fired in the war against fascism in this country," Rorris said.

\n

Once again across the oceans, we can extend that friendship with the Chinese people and people around the world, he said, adding: "And to say that we must plan for peace, not war, and not fall into the trap of thinking that we can arm ourselves to peace."

\n

"When you look at Dalfram… the people always have a say, the people will get out and their voice will be heard," Keane said.

\n

"There's a saying among our movement that peace is union business and the unions will always be involved in peace, not war."

\n

Contact the writers at xinxin@chinadaily.com.cn

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It is obvious that the meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in October 2024, in Kazan, Russia, has paved the way for the thawing of bilateral relations between the two countries.

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The frequent meetings between high-level officials of the two countries would not have been possible without the consensus of the two leaders that their countries should develop friendly ties.

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Since differences on border issues have cast a shadow over the development of relations between the two neighbors, particularly after the clash between their border troops in 2020, maintaining high-level exchanges is vital to prevent them from hindering the development of bilateral ties. So the visit to India by Foreign Minister Wang Yi starting on Monday is pertinent. It comes shortly after the Chinese side extended a welcome to Modi's planned visit to China on Aug 31 to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin, the first visit of the Indian leader in over seven years.

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Wang's visit, at the invitation of India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, who visited China in December 2024 for a security representative meeting with the Chinese foreign minister, represents the continuation of the security talks mechanism. The mechanism is conducive to the two sides building on the positive momentum they have maintained to keep on the right track their joint efforts to properly manage their border differences.

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The two sides can work together to transform the hard-earned consensus on the border issue into more concrete actions to ease the tensions and promote exchanges so as to avoid allowing the border issue to define the overall ties. For the two major Eastern civilizations and major emerging economies that are adjacent to each other, the essence of stable China-India relations lies in how to live in harmony and achieve mutual success.

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It is particularly important for the two neighbors to manage their differences when cooperation between the two nations is badly needed for the economic and social development of the world's two most populous countries. By effectively expanding their common interests and tapping into their economic structural complementarity, they will find more reasons to avoid their border disputes from standing in the way of their ties.

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In his talks with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Beijing last month, Wang called on both sides to aim high, plan for the long term, and adhere to good-neighborliness and friendship. It was good to see his Indian counterpart actively echo that call, pledging India's willingness to work together with China for the common good of the two countries and the region.

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Indeed, New Delhi has taken certain measures to promote people-to-people exchanges, and implied its openness to Chinese investment. Even though some of the measures remain far from meeting their intended targets, they at least demonstrate New Delhi's recognition of its obligation to undo what it has done to help straighten out the ties.

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It is hoped that the Indian side can expedite its actions in relevant fields so as to match its words with deeds, demonstrating that its expressed willingness to repair ties with China is not just a gesture due to the United States' tariff threats, but instead a genuine commitment to a sustainable good-neighborly relationship.

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China's stance and policy on Sino-Indian relations have been consistent, as it always views relations from a strategic height and with the bigger picture in mind, and handles their differences with due prudence and vision. It is willing to work with India to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, consistently enhance political mutual trust, and meet each other halfway to expand exchanges and cooperation. India should reciprocate China's sincerity by doing its part to properly manage differences, and strengthen coordination via multilateral platforms, such as the SCO, to promote the healthy development of China-India ties.

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With the rise of unilateralism and protectionism, China and India, as two major members of the Global South, are shouldering the responsibility to work together to realize a fair and just world order and universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization. Amicable relations between China and India are in the interests of both countries as well as regional peace and development.

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Colorful flags adorn a bustling avenue on Monday in Lhasa, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Xizang autonomous region.

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When Dondrak, in his 20s, began working in the early 1980s as a primary-level doctor in a remote village in the city of Nagqu, about 300 kilometers from Lhasa, regional capital of the Xizang autonomous region, his duties often meant riding horseback or trekking on foot at an average altitude above 4,500 meters.

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"Buses were seasonal," he recalled. "In winter and spring, walking was the only option."

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Back then, a trip from Nagqu to Lhasa would require an entire day on a bumpy dirt road, leaving at dawn and arriving deep into the night.

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Known as the "roof of the world", Xizang is a land of extreme cold, towering mountains and thin air. For centuries, it had no modern roads.

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But all that began to change in 1954, when the Sichuan-Xizang and Qinghai-Xizang highways — stretching a combined 4,360 km — opened to traffic in Lhasa.

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In the six decades since the Xizang autonomous region was established in 1965, infrastructure development in the region has accelerated across the board, achieving historic breakthroughs. Today, Xizang boasts an integrated transportation network of highways, railways and air routes.

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In 2006, the completion of the Qinghai-Xizang Railway ended the region's history without rail service and gave a powerful boost to its development.

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President Xi Jinping has emphasized on many occasions the importance of building the region's second great rail artery — the Sichuan-Xizang Railway, an east-west high-speed route designed to link the plateau more closely with the rest of the country.

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In an instruction made ahead of the beginning of the construction of the Sichuan-Xizang Railway's Ya'an-Nyingchi section in 2020, Xi called for efforts to advance the construction of the railway project with high quality, saying that the project would significantly contribute to the economic and social development of the western region, especially Xizang and Sichuan province.

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Underlining the complex geological and climatic conditions, as well as the fragile ecological environment along the project line, Xi called for leveraging the Chinese socialist system's advantage of concentrating resources to get things done to accomplish this arduous but glorious task.

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When Xi visited Xizang in 2021 for the 70th anniversary of the region's peaceful liberation, he took a train from Nyingchi to Lhasa along the Lhasa-Nyingchi Railway — a key segment of the Sichuan-Xizang line — that was completed and opened to traffic in June 2021.

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The journey took just over three hours — a stark contrast to 1998, when Xi, then deputy secretary of the Communist Party of China Fujian Provincial Committee, traveled the same route by bus in a grueling day over treacherous roads.

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"The roads were extremely dangerous back then," Xi recalled. "We were lucky that there were no landslides. In the narrowest spots, just two logs spanned the gap, and we had to get out and move them ourselves."

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Aboard the train to Lhasa, Xi described the national transportation map as a painting, saying that the central, eastern and northeastern regions of China are like detailed fine brushwork, but the western region has too much blank space.

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"In the future, a few strokes should be added to complete the picture, making the transportation of a beautiful China even more beautiful," he said.

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By the end of 2024, Xizang had 124,900 km of open highways and 1,359 km of operational railways.

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Changes in air travel have also been dramatic.

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Xiong Zailin, deputy director of the air traffic management center of the Xizang regional office of the Civil Aviation Administration of China, has worked at Lhasa Gonggar International Airport for 30 years and witnessed the high-quality growth of the region's civil aviation sector.

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According to Xiong, Xizang's complex and variable weather was once a major obstacle. In those early days, air traffic management was jokingly described as "blind and deaf" — controllers could neither see aircraft clearly nor hear them well.

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"For example, at Lhasa Gonggar Airport, controllers mainly relied on pilots' position reports to coordinate flight intervals. This was inefficient and carried safety risks," he said.

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Now, modern systems such as automated meteorological data collection and precise real-time warnings have eliminated the bottlenecks that once restricted flights during severe weather.

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Today, Xizang has eight operational airports and 183 domestic and international air routes, with direct flights to major Chinese cities as well as countries including Nepal and Singapore.

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From Lhasa, passengers can reach destinations across China within a single day.

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Infrastructure is just one aspect that mirrors the sweeping transformation of Xizang over the past decades.

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Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 2012, the region has achieved remarkable progress in economic growth, people's livelihoods, environmental protection and the development of Tibetan culture.

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Xi attended the sixth and seventh national meetings on Xizang work in 2015 and 2020, respectively. And it was during the seventh meeting that Xi outlined the CPC guidelines for governing Xizang in the new era, which led to major projects and preferential policies that have solved the region's longstanding problems and achieved results once thought impossible.

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During his 2021 trip to Xizang, Xi said he saw significant changes in people's lives and spirits. "Everywhere I went, I could feel their sense of happiness about living better lives and their heartfelt gratitude toward the Party and the country," he said.

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In June this year, Xi replied to a letter from residents of a village in Nyingchi that he had visited in 2021.

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"Learning that the village has undergone new changes in recent years and villagers' incomes have increased, I feel happy for you," Xi wrote, encouraging them to protect the plateau's natural beauty, strengthen their tourism brand and contribute to building a prosperous and stable border area.

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The region's GDP reached 276.5 billion yuan ($38.48 billion) in 2024, 155 times that of 1965, reaching an average annual growth rate of 8.9 percent.

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In addition, public health services now reach even the most remote villages, average life expectancy has risen to 72.5 years and incomes have soared. In 2024, the per capita disposable income of urban residents was 121 times that of 1965, while rural incomes were 199 times higher.

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Guo Kefan, a researcher at the regional academy of social sciences, said that from the first two high-altitude highways of the 1950s to the newest airports in Ngari prefecture — known as "the roof on the roof of the world", Xizang's transformation reflects not only China's growing national strength, but also the central government's enduring commitment to the region.

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"Xizang's progress is a textbook example of the whole-nation system powering major road, rail and air infrastructure projects in the region. At every stage of the country's development, the State has gone to extraordinary lengths — mobilizing more resources than anywhere else — to fully support Xizang's development," he said.

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Now, at the age of 68, Dondrak, the retired doctor, and his wife live in a serene community in Lhasa. They usually start their mornings with a walk to the nearby park, enjoy Guozhuang, a traditional Tibetan group dance, for an hour, work out at the public fitness square, and end the day with tea and conversation at the local sweet tea house.

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"Everything has changed for the better — our homes, our roads, our education and our medical services. I never imagined life could be this comfortable," he said.

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Colorful flags adorn a bustling avenue on Monday in Lhasa, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Xizang autonomous region.

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When Dondrak, in his 20s, began working in the early 1980s as a primary-level doctor in a remote village in the city of Nagqu, about 300 kilometers from Lhasa, regional capital of the Xizang autonomous region, his duties often meant riding horseback or trekking on foot at an average altitude above 4,500 meters.

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"Buses were seasonal," he recalled. "In winter and spring, walking was the only option."

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Back then, a trip from Nagqu to Lhasa would require an entire day on a bumpy dirt road, leaving at dawn and arriving deep into the night.

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Known as the "roof of the world", Xizang is a land of extreme cold, towering mountains and thin air. For centuries, it had no modern roads.

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But all that began to change in 1954, when the Sichuan-Xizang and Qinghai-Xizang highways — stretching a combined 4,360 km — opened to traffic in Lhasa.

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In the six decades since the Xizang autonomous region was established in 1965, infrastructure development in the region has accelerated across the board, achieving historic breakthroughs. Today, Xizang boasts an integrated transportation network of highways, railways and air routes.

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In 2006, the completion of the Qinghai-Xizang Railway ended the region's history without rail service and gave a powerful boost to its development.

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President Xi Jinping has emphasized on many occasions the importance of building the region's second great rail artery — the Sichuan-Xizang Railway, an east-west high-speed route designed to link the plateau more closely with the rest of the country.

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In an instruction made ahead of the beginning of the construction of the Sichuan-Xizang Railway's Ya'an-Nyingchi section in 2020, Xi called for efforts to advance the construction of the railway project with high quality, saying that the project would significantly contribute to the economic and social development of the western region, especially Xizang and Sichuan province.

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Underlining the complex geological and climatic conditions, as well as the fragile ecological environment along the project line, Xi called for leveraging the Chinese socialist system's advantage of concentrating resources to get things done to accomplish this arduous but glorious task.

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When Xi visited Xizang in 2021 for the 70th anniversary of the region's peaceful liberation, he took a train from Nyingchi to Lhasa along the Lhasa-Nyingchi Railway — a key segment of the Sichuan-Xizang line — that was completed and opened to traffic in June 2021.

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The journey took just over three hours — a stark contrast to 1998, when Xi, then deputy secretary of the Communist Party of China Fujian Provincial Committee, traveled the same route by bus in a grueling day over treacherous roads.

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"The roads were extremely dangerous back then," Xi recalled. "We were lucky that there were no landslides. In the narrowest spots, just two logs spanned the gap, and we had to get out and move them ourselves."

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Aboard the train to Lhasa, Xi described the national transportation map as a painting, saying that the central, eastern and northeastern regions of China are like detailed fine brushwork, but the western region has too much blank space.

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"In the future, a few strokes should be added to complete the picture, making the transportation of a beautiful China even more beautiful," he said.

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By the end of 2024, Xizang had 124,900 km of open highways and 1,359 km of operational railways.

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Changes in air travel have also been dramatic.

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Xiong Zailin, deputy director of the air traffic management center of the Xizang regional office of the Civil Aviation Administration of China, has worked at Lhasa Gonggar International Airport for 30 years and witnessed the high-quality growth of the region's civil aviation sector.

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According to Xiong, Xizang's complex and variable weather was once a major obstacle. In those early days, air traffic management was jokingly described as "blind and deaf" — controllers could neither see aircraft clearly nor hear them well.

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"For example, at Lhasa Gonggar Airport, controllers mainly relied on pilots' position reports to coordinate flight intervals. This was inefficient and carried safety risks," he said.

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Now, modern systems such as automated meteorological data collection and precise real-time warnings have eliminated the bottlenecks that once restricted flights during severe weather.

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Today, Xizang has eight operational airports and 183 domestic and international air routes, with direct flights to major Chinese cities as well as countries including Nepal and Singapore.

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From Lhasa, passengers can reach destinations across China within a single day.

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Infrastructure is just one aspect that mirrors the sweeping transformation of Xizang over the past decades.

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Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 2012, the region has achieved remarkable progress in economic growth, people's livelihoods, environmental protection and the development of Tibetan culture.

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Xi attended the sixth and seventh national meetings on Xizang work in 2015 and 2020, respectively. And it was during the seventh meeting that Xi outlined the CPC guidelines for governing Xizang in the new era, which led to major projects and preferential policies that have solved the region's longstanding problems and achieved results once thought impossible.

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During his 2021 trip to Xizang, Xi said he saw significant changes in people's lives and spirits. "Everywhere I went, I could feel their sense of happiness about living better lives and their heartfelt gratitude toward the Party and the country," he said.

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In June this year, Xi replied to a letter from residents of a village in Nyingchi that he had visited in 2021.

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"Learning that the village has undergone new changes in recent years and villagers' incomes have increased, I feel happy for you," Xi wrote, encouraging them to protect the plateau's natural beauty, strengthen their tourism brand and contribute to building a prosperous and stable border area.

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The region's GDP reached 276.5 billion yuan ($38.48 billion) in 2024, 155 times that of 1965, reaching an average annual growth rate of 8.9 percent.

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In addition, public health services now reach even the most remote villages, average life expectancy has risen to 72.5 years and incomes have soared. In 2024, the per capita disposable income of urban residents was 121 times that of 1965, while rural incomes were 199 times higher.

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Guo Kefan, a researcher at the regional academy of social sciences, said that from the first two high-altitude highways of the 1950s to the newest airports in Ngari prefecture — known as "the roof on the roof of the world", Xizang's transformation reflects not only China's growing national strength, but also the central government's enduring commitment to the region.

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"Xizang's progress is a textbook example of the whole-nation system powering major road, rail and air infrastructure projects in the region. At every stage of the country's development, the State has gone to extraordinary lengths — mobilizing more resources than anywhere else — to fully support Xizang's development," he said.

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Now, at the age of 68, Dondrak, the retired doctor, and his wife live in a serene community in Lhasa. They usually start their mornings with a walk to the nearby park, enjoy Guozhuang, a traditional Tibetan group dance, for an hour, work out at the public fitness square, and end the day with tea and conversation at the local sweet tea house.

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"Everything has changed for the better — our homes, our roads, our education and our medical services. I never imagined life could be this comfortable," he said.

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mojingxi@chinadaily.com.cn

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Following the latest round of economic and trade talks between China and the United States in Stockholm, Sweden, last month, multinational corporations across sectors are reinforcing their commitment to the Chinese market, reflecting growing optimism for mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation.

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Business leaders highlighted China's vast consumer base, resilient supply chains and drive for industrial upgrading as reasons that the country remains a critical market despite geopolitical friction.

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They said sustained dialogue between the two sides would help steady investor expectations and bolster confidence in long-term business ties.

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China and the US extended on Aug 12 the pause on tariff hikes on each other's goods for another 90 days, according to a joint statement on the China-US economic and trade meeting in Stockholm released by the Ministry of Commerce last week.

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Nathaniel Madarang, president for the Asia-Pacific region at US tire manufacturer Goodyear Tire & Rubber, said that stable and healthy China-US economic and trade relations are essential for driving mutual economic growth and innovation, as shown by the substantial trade volumes and jobs they support.

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As China's auto industry is being reshaped by technology and changing consumer demand, Madarang said the country will see strong growth in the electric vehicle, sport utility vehicle and luxury car segments.

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He said that in order to stay competitive, Goodyear has introduced its latest SUV tire products in China and other Asia-Pacific markets.

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Quin Liu, chief commercial officer at Logitech International, the Swiss maker of computer peripherals and software, said that his company will invest more in research and development in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, in the coming years, adding that free trade and reduced geopolitical friction are key to supporting the growth of multinationals operating in China, the US and beyond.

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"More than half of the products we make in China are shipped to global markets," said Liu, adding that China's industrial ecosystem has evolved into an innovation hub, helping multinationals tap local talent and deepen partnerships.

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Foreign-invested companies recorded foreign trade value of 7.46 trillion yuan ($1.04 trillion) in the first seven months of 2025, up 2.6 percent year-on-year and accounting for 29 percent of China's total trade. Meanwhile, their exports reached 4.1 trillion yuan, an increase of 4.9 percent year-on-year, data from the General Administration of Customs showed.

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Reflecting this trend, US materials science company Corning plans to localize the production of high-end optical fibers in Shanghai.

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Lin Chunmei, president and general manager of Corning China, said the move aims to meet surging demand for denser, faster data transmission in artificial intelligence data centers, where fiber specifications far exceed those of conventional facilities.

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Foreign direct investment in China's manufacturing sector amounted to 109.06 billion yuan between January and June, while high-tech industries attracted 127.87 billion yuan. FDI inflows from Switzerland, Japan and the United Kingdom rose by 68.6 percent, 59.1 percent and 37.6 percent year-on-year, respectively, according to data from the Ministry of Commerce.

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Following the latest round of economic and trade talks between China and the United States in Stockholm, Sweden, last month, multinational corporations across sectors are reinforcing their commitment to the Chinese market, reflecting growing optimism for mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation.

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Business leaders highlighted China's vast consumer base, resilient supply chains and drive for industrial upgrading as reasons that the country remains a critical market despite geopolitical friction.

\n

They said sustained dialogue between the two sides would help steady investor expectations and bolster confidence in long-term business ties.

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China and the US extended on Aug 12 the pause on tariff hikes on each other's goods for another 90 days, according to a joint statement on the China-US economic and trade meeting in Stockholm released by the Ministry of Commerce last week.

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Nathaniel Madarang, president for the Asia-Pacific region at US tire manufacturer Goodyear Tire & Rubber, said that stable and healthy China-US economic and trade relations are essential for driving mutual economic growth and innovation, as shown by the substantial trade volumes and jobs they support.

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As China's auto industry is being reshaped by technology and changing consumer demand, Madarang said the country will see strong growth in the electric vehicle, sport utility vehicle and luxury car segments.

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He said that in order to stay competitive, Goodyear has introduced its latest SUV tire products in China and other Asia-Pacific markets.

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Quin Liu, chief commercial officer at Logitech International, the Swiss maker of computer peripherals and software, said that his company will invest more in research and development in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, in the coming years, adding that free trade and reduced geopolitical friction are key to supporting the growth of multinationals operating in China, the US and beyond.

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"More than half of the products we make in China are shipped to global markets," said Liu, adding that China's industrial ecosystem has evolved into an innovation hub, helping multinationals tap local talent and deepen partnerships.

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Foreign-invested companies recorded foreign trade value of 7.46 trillion yuan ($1.04 trillion) in the first seven months of 2025, up 2.6 percent year-on-year and accounting for 29 percent of China's total trade. Meanwhile, their exports reached 4.1 trillion yuan, an increase of 4.9 percent year-on-year, data from the General Administration of Customs showed.

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According to Zhao Fujun, a researcher specializing in international economic cooperation at the Beijing-based Development Research Center of the State Council, in order to reinforce long-term investor confidence, China has pressed ahead with institutional opening-up as well as efforts to enhance market transparency and policy predictability, and to address concerns raised by foreign companies.

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Yin Zheng, executive vice-president of China and East Asia operations at French industrial conglomerate Schneider Electric, said that as China enters a new era of green and innovation-led growth, global investment in China is increasingly focusing on customized innovation, supply chain efficiency, high-end manufacturing, and digital and green solutions.

\n

Reflecting this trend, US materials science company Corning plans to localize the production of high-end optical fibers in Shanghai.

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Lin Chunmei, president and general manager of Corning China, said the move aims to meet surging demand for denser, faster data transmission in artificial intelligence data centers, where fiber specifications far exceed those of conventional facilities.

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Foreign direct investment in China's manufacturing sector amounted to 109.06 billion yuan between January and June, while high-tech industries attracted 127.87 billion yuan. FDI inflows from Switzerland, Japan and the United Kingdom rose by 68.6 percent, 59.1 percent and 37.6 percent year-on-year, respectively, according to data from the Ministry of Commerce.

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zhongnan@chinadaily.com.cn

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Staff load parcels onto a high-speed train at Hengdian railway station in Jinhua, Zhejiang province on Aug 11.

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Workers load parcels onto trucks for dispatch to various provinces at ZTO Express' Shanghai transit hub on Aug 5.

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A drone carrying parcels arrives at a landing pad in Jinhua, Zhejiang, as part of the province's first regular operation combining specialized rail and drone services on July 31.

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Workers put packages onto an automated sorting line at the ZTO Express' parcel-sorting center in Shanghai.

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ZTO Express workers sort newly arrived parcels from other regions and reload them onto trucks bound for express delivery stations in Shanghai on Aug 5.

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Each day, more than 500 million parcels are collected nationwide, meaning that every second nearly 6,000 items are shuttled into the express delivery process.

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These statistics, showing average daily operations, were released by the State Post Bureau in July, and reflect the staggering size and progress of the industry in China.

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The sector, which has maintained its position as the world's largest express delivery market for 11 consecutive years, is another hallmark of the country's efficiency and technological innovation, experts said.

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From 2014 to 2024, China's express delivery volume leaped from 14 billion to a whopping 174.5 billion parcels, accompanied by a significant drop in the average delivery price from over 14 yuan ($1.95) to 8 yuan per parcel.

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Behind such colossal volume is efficient resource allocation and technological prowess, with the industry evolving from labor-intensive operations to technology-driven processes.

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"The moment a user places an order to send a parcel on his or her mobile phone, the smart system of a courier company activates a chain of automated responses, including which courier will be assigned to pick up the parcel, which outlet the parcel will go to, which vehicle it will be on, and its scheduled arrival time at various points along the route," said Yang Qingyue, a public relations manager for delivery company ZTO Express.

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"The entire process is automated, with heavy human intervention only required at the sending and receiving ends, including interactions with the clients," Yang said.

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Zhao Chongjiu, director of the State Post Bureau, attributed the acceleration of express deliveries in the first half of this year to the expanded use of air services and high-speed rail, and a wider application of unmanned vehicles and stations, together with artificial intelligence technologies.

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"All of this resulted in more areas being included in service circles, where customers can receive their parcels the next day," said Zhao.

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The bureau aims to further improve the industry through intelligent sorting, encrypted transportation, real-time tracking, AI-powered anomaly detection, and the expansion of unmanned delivery stations, industry experts said.

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Automated, intelligent

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At the Shanghai sorting center of YTO Express in Qingpu district on the municipality's outskirt, Qian Yi and his colleagues deal with parcels arriving from outside the city.

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Under the scorching summer sun, conveyor belts that are part of the smart sorting system are extended into delivery trucks.

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Workers place parcels on the conveyor belts one after another, ensuring that the electronic waybills face upward. This allows the automated sorting system to scan the barcode, identify the parcel's destination, and direct it to the correct location after it runs through a complex network of conveyor belts.

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The cross-belt sorter consists of interconnected sections, akin to train compartments, with each section processing a single parcel. As a parcel reaches its correct position, the belt shifts and guides it into a collection bag below.

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When the bags are full, workers seal them and place them on conveyor belts that carry them to trucks bound for distribution outlets.

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"The conveyor belts move at a speed that can carry 240 packages per minute, which is a dizzying speed but accurate, and requires no human intervention or secondary verification," said Qian, the 29-year-old leader of the parcel-sorting team at the center.

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"Sorting centers were not like this a decade ago. Manual sorting used to be labor-intensive. Workers were stationed on either side of straight conveyor belts, with each person responsible for parcels destined for a district of Shanghai. They had to be swift in both their mind and hand movements," said Qian.

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Manual operations sometimes collapsed if the workload was too heavy during periods such as the "Double 11" shopping festival. "However, with the current system, the center can process up to 5 million parcels a day," he said.

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Covering an area of roughly 2.5 standard soccer fields and equipped with five cross-belt sorters, the sorting center epitomizes the evolution of China's express delivery industry. "Today, most industry players headquartered in Qingpu boast an average delivery time within 45 hours nationwide at a cost of just a little more than 3 yuan per parcel. There is a saying among us: 'It costs only half a dollar to deliver a parcel nationwide'," Qian said.

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Qingpu, the only Shanghai district connecting to both Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces and adjacent to the Shanghai Hongqiao international transportation hub, has become home to the national and regional headquarters of many courier companies. Of every 10 courier parcels delivered nationwide, seven are handled by Qingpu-headquartered express delivery companies.

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Major players have established large technology divisions to serve as the brain of their operations. Most have automated sorting lines and remote visual management systems that connect their headquarters with business outlets nationwide.

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At the big data center of YTO Express' national headquarters in Qingpu, a huge screen shows busy scenes at parcel-sorting centers nationwide, the status of thousands of moving trucks, as well as real-time tracking of the entire delivery process of all parcels from collection to dispatch.

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Unmanned vehicles

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The integration of new technologies, such as unmanned vehicles and drones, is reshaping courier services.

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In March, a drone carrying imported goods took off from a bonded zone in Qingbaijiang district, Chengdu, Sichuan province, and landed at a ZTO Express' parcel-sorting center in the city's Xindu district after a 20-minute flight.

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Unmanned vehicles then took over to deliver the parcels to an outlet. ZTO Express has reported a 50 percent increase in delivery efficiency and a nearly one-third reduction in operating costs since adopting a transportation model combining drones and unmanned vehicles.

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"The use of unmanned equipment is also intended to complete the last mile of express transportation in complex road conditions, such as mountainous and rural regions. So far, about 1,000 unmanned vehicles have been put into operation across the ZTO Express network, covering more than 180 cities," said Yang, the manager.

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Yunda Express is also rapidly introducing unmanned vehicles, with over 2,000 operating in urban communities and rural areas. In Tongxiang, Zhejiang province, the company's local branch has deployed 30 unmanned vehicles, with each able to send up to 2,000 parcels per day, enhancing logistics efficiency and reducing costs by 30 percent compared with traditional methods.

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In Baoji, Shaanxi province, a Yunda outlet uses 10 unmanned vehicles for short distance transportation between its warehouse and a district branch. The daily delivery volume of the outlet has reached 70,000, with around 50,000 done by the unmanned vehicles.

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Yunda is also expanding its use of drones, with five drone routes already in operation. The drones are used for high-value deliveries — such as fresh food and medical supplies — in cities including Hangzhou and Jiaxing, significantly reducing delivery times and labor costs.

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The rapid progress in high-tech applications has been continuously supported by local governments eager to encourage digital technologies, such as intelligent warehousing, scheduling based on big data, and route optimization.

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Around a decade ago, when the industry faced large-scale equipment upgrades and transformation, the Qingpu district authority established a special fund to subsidize intelligent technological improvements and construction of digital platforms. It also facilitated green channels for banks and other investment and financing platforms.

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Data from the district authority showed that last year, the transportation cost of express delivery companies headquartered in Qingpu dropped to around 0.41 yuan, a year-on-year fall of 10 to 30 percent.

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"Only with such affordable logistics costs can the rise of numerous 'Taobao villages' in China be possible," said Yang from ZTO.

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In 2016, Qingpu was designated as the sole national demonstration zone for the transformation and development of the express delivery industry. Three years later, the modern logistics industry became the first 100-billion-yuan industrial cluster in the district.

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However, Liu Jingjun, deputy head of Chonggu town in Qingpu, said that the volume of express deliveries is already at a high level and is unlikely to further rise significantly. The focus, therefore, will be on high-quality development and seeking productivity from technology, he said.

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"For example, technology can play a part in further reducing deliveries that go missing and increasing loading efficiency. If a vehicle can carry 10 boxes, it shouldn't drive off with nine boxes loaded," said Liu.

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Overseas expansion

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In recent years, many leading domestic express delivery companies have decided to expand overseas. Part of the objective was to replicate China's successful experience in developing countries.

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ZTO Express' Yang said his company had transplanted a model similar to the one in China in some African nations and Cambodia. "Having the electronic delivery waybills with a barcode was a major shift for them. Machine recognition and the corresponding automated sorting only become possible when handwritten waybills are not in use anymore," he said.

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Courier company J&T Express has also been pushing its presence in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Latin America. Its express network now covers 13 countries.

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In Southeast Asia, the company has maintained the top market share in the express delivery sector for five consecutive years. In the second quarter of this year, it reported year-on-year growth of nearly 66 percent in parcel volume, with a daily average parcel volume of 18.5 million. In emerging markets, including the Middle East, North Africa, and South America, parcel volume increased by 23.7 percent year-on-year to 89.4 million daily.

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Meanwhile, YTO Express has opened more than 150 airfreight routes worldwide, and established overseas end-to-end delivery capabilities in more than 10 countries and regions.

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In June 2024, the company joined hands with Kazakhstan's national postal service to launch cross-border express services between the countries. They also established a joint venture to start building a parcel-sorting center in Almaty.

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This facility will not only serve as an overseas warehouse for YTO to launch into the Central Asian market, but also develop into a trade center integrating functions, such as bonded warehousing, exhibitions, and commodity trading, said the company.

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Another landmark for YTO is a cargo airport in Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, positioned as a global aviation logistics hub, which will begin operations this year.

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Jiang Ze, director of media affairs at the company, said the project covers 1 square kilometers, and will integrate airfreight and intelligent warehousing. "The airport will make sure that Chinese goods reach Europe and the United States in a little more than 10 hours, supporting the realization of YTO's vision of buying and selling globally," Jiang said.

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Yunda Express is also helping cross-border e-commerce enterprises establish international logistics in important overseas markets, providing services such as warehouse management and system development.

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Yunda, for example, has achieved a single express waybill from China to South Korea. The company has also established direct service networks in Seoul, Incheon, and Busan, capable of stocking and moving 300,000 parcels a day, said Guo Pengcheng, the company's head of media affairs.

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"Chinese products enter Yunda's overseas warehouse in South Korea in advance, which allows buyers to get their parcels within two to three days after they place orders," Guo said.

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The courier industry sees the upgrade from express operators to supply chain integrators as the next major growth point.

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In June, YTO's international supply chain reached a cooperation agreement on cross-border supply chain service with Chinese tech company Xiaomi Group, becoming its supply chain logistics service provider.

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Under the agreement, YTO will provide one-stop, end-to-end logistics supply chain services for Xiaomi electronic components exported to the South Asian market.

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zhouwenting@chinasaily.com.cn

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Staff load parcels onto a high-speed train at Hengdian railway station in Jinhua, Zhejiang province on Aug 11.

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Workers load parcels onto trucks for dispatch to various provinces at ZTO Express' Shanghai transit hub on Aug 5.

\n

A drone carrying parcels arrives at a landing pad in Jinhua, Zhejiang, as part of the province's first regular operation combining specialized rail and drone services on July 31.

\n

Workers put packages onto an automated sorting line at the ZTO Express' parcel-sorting center in Shanghai.

\n

ZTO Express workers sort newly arrived parcels from other regions and reload them onto trucks bound for express delivery stations in Shanghai on Aug 5.

\n\n

Each day, more than 500 million parcels are collected nationwide, meaning that every second nearly 6,000 items are shuttled into the express delivery process.

\n

These statistics, showing average daily operations, were released by the State Post Bureau in July, and reflect the staggering size and progress of the industry in China.

\n

The sector, which has maintained its position as the world's largest express delivery market for 11 consecutive years, is another hallmark of the country's efficiency and technological innovation, experts said.

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From 2014 to 2024, China's express delivery volume leaped from 14 billion to a whopping 174.5 billion parcels, accompanied by a significant drop in the average delivery price from over 14 yuan ($1.95) to 8 yuan per parcel.

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Behind such colossal volume is efficient resource allocation and technological prowess, with the industry evolving from labor-intensive operations to technology-driven processes.

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"The moment a user places an order to send a parcel on his or her mobile phone, the smart system of a courier company activates a chain of automated responses, including which courier will be assigned to pick up the parcel, which outlet the parcel will go to, which vehicle it will be on, and its scheduled arrival time at various points along the route," said Yang Qingyue, a public relations manager for delivery company ZTO Express.

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"The entire process is automated, with heavy human intervention only required at the sending and receiving ends, including interactions with the clients," Yang said.

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Zhao Chongjiu, director of the State Post Bureau, attributed the acceleration of express deliveries in the first half of this year to the expanded use of air services and high-speed rail, and a wider application of unmanned vehicles and stations, together with artificial intelligence technologies.

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"All of this resulted in more areas being included in service circles, where customers can receive their parcels the next day," said Zhao.

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The bureau aims to further improve the industry through intelligent sorting, encrypted transportation, real-time tracking, AI-powered anomaly detection, and the expansion of unmanned delivery stations, industry experts said.

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Automated, intelligent

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At the Shanghai sorting center of YTO Express in Qingpu district on the municipality's outskirt, Qian Yi and his colleagues deal with parcels arriving from outside the city.

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Under the scorching summer sun, conveyor belts that are part of the smart sorting system are extended into delivery trucks.

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Workers place parcels on the conveyor belts one after another, ensuring that the electronic waybills face upward. This allows the automated sorting system to scan the barcode, identify the parcel's destination, and direct it to the correct location after it runs through a complex network of conveyor belts.

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The cross-belt sorter consists of interconnected sections, akin to train compartments, with each section processing a single parcel. As a parcel reaches its correct position, the belt shifts and guides it into a collection bag below.

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When the bags are full, workers seal them and place them on conveyor belts that carry them to trucks bound for distribution outlets.

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"The conveyor belts move at a speed that can carry 240 packages per minute, which is a dizzying speed but accurate, and requires no human intervention or secondary verification," said Qian, the 29-year-old leader of the parcel-sorting team at the center.

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"Sorting centers were not like this a decade ago. Manual sorting used to be labor-intensive. Workers were stationed on either side of straight conveyor belts, with each person responsible for parcels destined for a district of Shanghai. They had to be swift in both their mind and hand movements," said Qian.

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Manual operations sometimes collapsed if the workload was too heavy during periods such as the "Double 11" shopping festival. "However, with the current system, the center can process up to 5 million parcels a day," he said.

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Covering an area of roughly 2.5 standard soccer fields and equipped with five cross-belt sorters, the sorting center epitomizes the evolution of China's express delivery industry. "Today, most industry players headquartered in Qingpu boast an average delivery time within 45 hours nationwide at a cost of just a little more than 3 yuan per parcel. There is a saying among us: 'It costs only half a dollar to deliver a parcel nationwide'," Qian said.

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Qingpu, the only Shanghai district connecting to both Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces and adjacent to the Shanghai Hongqiao international transportation hub, has become home to the national and regional headquarters of many courier companies. Of every 10 courier parcels delivered nationwide, seven are handled by Qingpu-headquartered express delivery companies.

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Major players have established large technology divisions to serve as the brain of their operations. Most have automated sorting lines and remote visual management systems that connect their headquarters with business outlets nationwide.

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At the big data center of YTO Express' national headquarters in Qingpu, a huge screen shows busy scenes at parcel-sorting centers nationwide, the status of thousands of moving trucks, as well as real-time tracking of the entire delivery process of all parcels from collection to dispatch.

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Unmanned vehicles

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The integration of new technologies, such as unmanned vehicles and drones, is reshaping courier services.

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In March, a drone carrying imported goods took off from a bonded zone in Qingbaijiang district, Chengdu, Sichuan province, and landed at a ZTO Express' parcel-sorting center in the city's Xindu district after a 20-minute flight.

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Unmanned vehicles then took over to deliver the parcels to an outlet. ZTO Express has reported a 50 percent increase in delivery efficiency and a nearly one-third reduction in operating costs since adopting a transportation model combining drones and unmanned vehicles.

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"The use of unmanned equipment is also intended to complete the last mile of express transportation in complex road conditions, such as mountainous and rural regions. So far, about 1,000 unmanned vehicles have been put into operation across the ZTO Express network, covering more than 180 cities," said Yang, the manager.

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Yunda Express is also rapidly introducing unmanned vehicles, with over 2,000 operating in urban communities and rural areas. In Tongxiang, Zhejiang province, the company's local branch has deployed 30 unmanned vehicles, with each able to send up to 2,000 parcels per day, enhancing logistics efficiency and reducing costs by 30 percent compared with traditional methods.

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In Baoji, Shaanxi province, a Yunda outlet uses 10 unmanned vehicles for short distance transportation between its warehouse and a district branch. The daily delivery volume of the outlet has reached 70,000, with around 50,000 done by the unmanned vehicles.

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Yunda is also expanding its use of drones, with five drone routes already in operation. The drones are used for high-value deliveries — such as fresh food and medical supplies — in cities including Hangzhou and Jiaxing, significantly reducing delivery times and labor costs.

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The rapid progress in high-tech applications has been continuously supported by local governments eager to encourage digital technologies, such as intelligent warehousing, scheduling based on big data, and route optimization.

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Around a decade ago, when the industry faced large-scale equipment upgrades and transformation, the Qingpu district authority established a special fund to subsidize intelligent technological improvements and construction of digital platforms. It also facilitated green channels for banks and other investment and financing platforms.

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Data from the district authority showed that last year, the transportation cost of express delivery companies headquartered in Qingpu dropped to around 0.41 yuan, a year-on-year fall of 10 to 30 percent.

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"Only with such affordable logistics costs can the rise of numerous 'Taobao villages' in China be possible," said Yang from ZTO.

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In 2016, Qingpu was designated as the sole national demonstration zone for the transformation and development of the express delivery industry. Three years later, the modern logistics industry became the first 100-billion-yuan industrial cluster in the district.

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However, Liu Jingjun, deputy head of Chonggu town in Qingpu, said that the volume of express deliveries is already at a high level and is unlikely to further rise significantly. The focus, therefore, will be on high-quality development and seeking productivity from technology, he said.

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"For example, technology can play a part in further reducing deliveries that go missing and increasing loading efficiency. If a vehicle can carry 10 boxes, it shouldn't drive off with nine boxes loaded," said Liu.

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Overseas expansion

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In recent years, many leading domestic express delivery companies have decided to expand overseas. Part of the objective was to replicate China's successful experience in developing countries.

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ZTO Express' Yang said his company had transplanted a model similar to the one in China in some African nations and Cambodia. "Having the electronic delivery waybills with a barcode was a major shift for them. Machine recognition and the corresponding automated sorting only become possible when handwritten waybills are not in use anymore," he said.

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Courier company J&T Express has also been pushing its presence in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Latin America. Its express network now covers 13 countries.

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In Southeast Asia, the company has maintained the top market share in the express delivery sector for five consecutive years. In the second quarter of this year, it reported year-on-year growth of nearly 66 percent in parcel volume, with a daily average parcel volume of 18.5 million. In emerging markets, including the Middle East, North Africa, and South America, parcel volume increased by 23.7 percent year-on-year to 89.4 million daily.

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Meanwhile, YTO Express has opened more than 150 airfreight routes worldwide, and established overseas end-to-end delivery capabilities in more than 10 countries and regions.

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In June 2024, the company joined hands with Kazakhstan's national postal service to launch cross-border express services between the countries. They also established a joint venture to start building a parcel-sorting center in Almaty.

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This facility will not only serve as an overseas warehouse for YTO to launch into the Central Asian market, but also develop into a trade center integrating functions, such as bonded warehousing, exhibitions, and commodity trading, said the company.

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Another landmark for YTO is a cargo airport in Jiaxing city, Zhejiang province, positioned as a global aviation logistics hub, which will begin operations this year.

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Jiang Ze, director of media affairs at the company, said the project covers 1 square kilometers, and will integrate airfreight and intelligent warehousing. "The airport will make sure that Chinese goods reach Europe and the United States in a little more than 10 hours, supporting the realization of YTO's vision of buying and selling globally," Jiang said.

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Yunda Express is also helping cross-border e-commerce enterprises establish international logistics in important overseas markets, providing services such as warehouse management and system development.

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Yunda, for example, has achieved a single express waybill from China to South Korea. The company has also established direct service networks in Seoul, Incheon, and Busan, capable of stocking and moving 300,000 parcels a day, said Guo Pengcheng, the company's head of media affairs.

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"Chinese products enter Yunda's overseas warehouse in South Korea in advance, which allows buyers to get their parcels within two to three days after they place orders," Guo said.

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The courier industry sees the upgrade from express operators to supply chain integrators as the next major growth point.

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In June, YTO's international supply chain reached a cooperation agreement on cross-border supply chain service with Chinese tech company Xiaomi Group, becoming its supply chain logistics service provider.

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Under the agreement, YTO will provide one-stop, end-to-end logistics supply chain services for Xiaomi electronic components exported to the South Asian market.

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zhouwenting@chinasaily.com.cn

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Unable to conceive naturally, Wang, a resident of Changchun in Northeast China's Jilin province, could not opt for fertility treatment due to the hefty cost — sometimes more than 20,000 yuan ($2,786) per cycle. So when she learned that assisted reproductive services had been included in the province's medical insurance program, she hesitated no more.

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Wang was reimbursed 10,263 yuan for her treatment session through medical insurance, which was nearly 70 percent of the cost incurred.

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Since Jilin province introduced the reimbursement policy in July last year, nearly 5,800 women have benefited, saving over 23 million yuan in total, according to the provincial healthcare security bureau.

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Beijing became the first region in the country to include reproductive technologies in its healthcare insurance program in July 2023. Now, all 31 provincial-level regions offer similar facilities.

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"Last year alone, these reimbursement policies benefited over 1 million people, helping them achieve their fertility goals," said Liu Juan, deputy director of the National Healthcare Security Administration's benefits and reimbursement department.

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Reimbursement ratios and coverage vary by region. For example, Beijing now covers 16 types of fertility treatments with a reimbursement rate of up to 70 percent. In Jiangxi province, secondary hospitals offer 80 to 95 percent coverage, while top-tier hospitals reimburse 60 to 80 percent.

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"Some provinces have also included labor pain relief in insurance programs, easing both financial and physical burdens for pregnant women," Liu said during a recent press conference.

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"We have also accelerated the process of formulating pricing guidelines for services such as neonatal care and family-accompanied childbirth to help improve pediatric and obstetric services," she said.

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China is keen to encourage births and build a fertility support system as the nation has gradually moved from a phase of population growth to a phase of decline, authorities said.

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He Dan, director of the China Population and Development Research Center, cited data from the World Health Organization, which said the optimal childbearing age range is 20 to 34 for women and 25 to 34 for men.

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Data shows that in 2020, Chinese people's average age for first marriage stood at 28.7 years, while the average age for first-time mothers was 29.7.

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About 1 million women of reproductive age lose fertility annually due to cancer treatments. The national infertility rate has also climbed from 12 percent in 2007 to 18 percent in 2020, He said in a signed article.

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She said that mainstream fertility preservation technologies include egg freezing, in vitro fertilization, embryo cryopreservation for women and sperm freezing for men.

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"It is crucial to advance reproductive health research and clinical applications while expanding insurance coverage for safe, reliable and affordable assisted reproductive services," she added.

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In Jiangxi province, which began reimbursing fertility treatments in June last year, public insurance covered at least 60 percent of costs as of April, benefiting nearly 88,000 people.

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Tian Lifeng, a reproductive health expert at the Jiangxi Maternal and Child Health Hospital, noted a marked increase in the number of infertile couples and women who get married at a relatively advanced age seeking consultations through online and offline channels.

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Since the policy's implementation, the number of monthly outpatient visits has increased by 15 to 20 percent, Tian said.

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Unable to conceive naturally, Wang, a resident of Changchun in Northeast China's Jilin province, could not opt for fertility treatment due to the hefty cost — sometimes more than 20,000 yuan ($2,786) per cycle. So when she learned that assisted reproductive services had been included in the province's medical insurance program, she hesitated no more.

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Wang was reimbursed 10,263 yuan for her treatment session through medical insurance, which was nearly 70 percent of the cost incurred.

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Since Jilin province introduced the reimbursement policy in July last year, nearly 5,800 women have benefited, saving over 23 million yuan in total, according to the provincial healthcare security bureau.

\n

Beijing became the first region in the country to include reproductive technologies in its healthcare insurance program in July 2023. Now, all 31 provincial-level regions offer similar facilities.

\n

"Last year alone, these reimbursement policies benefited over 1 million people, helping them achieve their fertility goals," said Liu Juan, deputy director of the National Healthcare Security Administration's benefits and reimbursement department.

\n

Reimbursement ratios and coverage vary by region. For example, Beijing now covers 16 types of fertility treatments with a reimbursement rate of up to 70 percent. In Jiangxi province, secondary hospitals offer 80 to 95 percent coverage, while top-tier hospitals reimburse 60 to 80 percent.

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"Some provinces have also included labor pain relief in insurance programs, easing both financial and physical burdens for pregnant women," Liu said during a recent press conference.

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"We have also accelerated the process of formulating pricing guidelines for services such as neonatal care and family-accompanied childbirth to help improve pediatric and obstetric services," she said.

\n

China is keen to encourage births and build a fertility support system as the nation has gradually moved from a phase of population growth to a phase of decline, authorities said.

\n

He Dan, director of the China Population and Development Research Center, cited data from the World Health Organization, which said the optimal childbearing age range is 20 to 34 for women and 25 to 34 for men.

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Data shows that in 2020, Chinese people's average age for first marriage stood at 28.7 years, while the average age for first-time mothers was 29.7.

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About 1 million women of reproductive age lose fertility annually due to cancer treatments. The national infertility rate has also climbed from 12 percent in 2007 to 18 percent in 2020, He said in a signed article.

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She said that mainstream fertility preservation technologies include egg freezing, in vitro fertilization, embryo cryopreservation for women and sperm freezing for men.

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"It is crucial to advance reproductive health research and clinical applications while expanding insurance coverage for safe, reliable and affordable assisted reproductive services," she added.

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In Jiangxi province, which began reimbursing fertility treatments in June last year, public insurance covered at least 60 percent of costs as of April, benefiting nearly 88,000 people.

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Tian Lifeng, a reproductive health expert at the Jiangxi Maternal and Child Health Hospital, noted a marked increase in the number of infertile couples and women who get married at a relatively advanced age seeking consultations through online and offline channels.

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Since the policy's implementation, the number of monthly outpatient visits has increased by 15 to 20 percent, Tian said.

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wangxiaoyu@chinadaily.com.cn

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China's top court has reiterated the importance of addressing improper or illegal actions taken by governments against businesses through litigation or mediation as part of a wider judicial strategy to promote the healthy development of small and medium-sized enterprises.

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The Supreme People's Court on Monday released five cases highlighting the approach, underscoring the need to balance punishment with education when imposing administrative penalties on SMEs. The aim, the court said, is to allow such businesses to continue operations and growth without undue hindrance.

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One case involved a lubricant technology company established in October 2022 in Hekou district of Dongying, Shandong province. Between December 2022 and May 2023, the company described itself on its website as a "high-tech company specializing in the research, development, production, sales and services of lubricant materials".

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After reports of false advertising, the district's market supervision administration investigated and found the company was not a high-tech enterprise. The company later removed the misleading information from its site.

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In June 2023, the administration fined the firm 20,000 yuan ($2,786) for violating the Anti-Unfair Competition Law. The company did not contest the penalty or pay the fine, prompting the administration to seek enforcement through the local court.

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Acknowledging the company's swift correction, the court advised the administration to forgo the fine and instead focus on educating the business about legal compliance. The administration accepted the recommendation, which the court said was aimed at supporting the growth of SMEs.

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"The company had been operational for less than six months and had not commenced formal production during the period in question. Moreover, its website had minimal traffic," the court said.

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"Withdrawing the administrative penalty was also influenced by the potential negative impact of a fine on a company that had yet to generate revenue," it added.

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It was not the first time the top court highlighted protections for private enterprises. Earlier this month, it disclosed 12 cases involving the private sector and called on courts nationwide to optimize the rule-of-law environment to advance the high-quality growth of relevant companies.

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The court urged judges to focus more on protecting innovators in science and technology, while also providing stronger judicial support for companies expanding globally.

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In a 25-article guideline issued in August, the top court directed courts at all levels to give equal protection to all economic entities engaged in market competition, emphasizing the judiciary's commitment to rigorously enforcing the Private Sector Promotion Law.

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Effective since May 20, it is the country's first fundamental law in this area. It marks a milestone in supporting the development of the private economy and boosting entrepreneurs' confidence.

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China's top court has reiterated the importance of addressing improper or illegal actions taken by governments against businesses through litigation or mediation as part of a wider judicial strategy to promote the healthy development of small and medium-sized enterprises.

\n

The Supreme People's Court on Monday released five cases highlighting the approach, underscoring the need to balance punishment with education when imposing administrative penalties on SMEs. The aim, the court said, is to allow such businesses to continue operations and growth without undue hindrance.

\n

One case involved a lubricant technology company established in October 2022 in Hekou district of Dongying, Shandong province. Between December 2022 and May 2023, the company described itself on its website as a "high-tech company specializing in the research, development, production, sales and services of lubricant materials".

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After reports of false advertising, the district's market supervision administration investigated and found the company was not a high-tech enterprise. The company later removed the misleading information from its site.

\n

In June 2023, the administration fined the firm 20,000 yuan ($2,786) for violating the Anti-Unfair Competition Law. The company did not contest the penalty or pay the fine, prompting the administration to seek enforcement through the local court.

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Acknowledging the company's swift correction, the court advised the administration to forgo the fine and instead focus on educating the business about legal compliance. The administration accepted the recommendation, which the court said was aimed at supporting the growth of SMEs.

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"The company had been operational for less than six months and had not commenced formal production during the period in question. Moreover, its website had minimal traffic," the court said.

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"Withdrawing the administrative penalty was also influenced by the potential negative impact of a fine on a company that had yet to generate revenue," it added.

\n

It was not the first time the top court highlighted protections for private enterprises. Earlier this month, it disclosed 12 cases involving the private sector and called on courts nationwide to optimize the rule-of-law environment to advance the high-quality growth of relevant companies.

\n

The court urged judges to focus more on protecting innovators in science and technology, while also providing stronger judicial support for companies expanding globally.

\n

In a 25-article guideline issued in August, the top court directed courts at all levels to give equal protection to all economic entities engaged in market competition, emphasizing the judiciary's commitment to rigorously enforcing the Private Sector Promotion Law.

\n

Effective since May 20, it is the country's first fundamental law in this area. It marks a milestone in supporting the development of the private economy and boosting entrepreneurs' confidence.

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caoyin@chinadaily.com.cn

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Large crowds of locals spontaneously gather to bid farewell to the rescue team from the China Anneng Construction Group in Yuzhong county, Gansu province, on Tuesday. The rescue team swiftly came to the county's aid after heavy rainfall triggered flash floods in some areas on Aug 7. They raced against time to clear roads, dredge rivers and search for missing people, excavating 138,200 cubic meters of debris, clearing 3,053 meters of roads, and expanding 5,206 meters of river channels.

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China faces continued flood risks even though the peak flood season has ended, the Ministry of Water Resources said on Monday, warning that the possibility of extreme weather events remains.

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The peak typically runs from July 16 to Aug 15, according to the ministry.

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China Central Television reported that the ministry said above-average rainfall is expected nationwide through the end of August and September. Typhoons may form in the northwest Pacific Ocean and South China Sea, with some making landfall or affecting China.

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On Tuesday, the National Meteorological Center issued a blue alert for heavy rain, the lowest level in its four-tier warning system.

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The likelihood of flash flooding is particularly high in parts of Shanxi, Qinghai and Gansu provinces, Xu added.

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The State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters on Tuesday initiated a Level IV emergency response, the lowest level, for flood control in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. Two working groups were dispatched to Hebei province and Beijing to assist and guide flood prevention efforts.

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During the peak season this year, scattered torrential rains and flooding occurred simultaneously across the country, which the ministry described as extreme and highly destructive.

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A total of 330 rivers nationwide saw water levels exceed warning thresholds, and 22 rivers experienced their largest floods on record, the ministry said.

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From July 23 to 29, Liudaohe town in Hebei province's Xinglong county and Dachengzi town in Beijing's Miyun district recorded rainfall totals nearing their annual averages, said Yao Wenguang, head of the ministry's department of flood and drought disaster prevention, according to Xinhua News Agency.

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He was quoted by CCTV as saying the overall flood situation has been more severe in northern China than in the south. In July, the Haihe River Basin saw regional major flooding, with rivers such as Beijing's Chaobai River and Tianjin's Jiyun River tributary recording their largest floods since measurements began.

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In response, the ministry used advanced forecasting technologies, issuing more than 170,000 flood forecasts and managing about 1,300 reservoirs, which helped more than 1 million people avoid having to relocate, Xinhua reported.

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lihongyang@chinadaily.com.cn

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China faces continued flood risks even though the peak flood season has ended, the Ministry of Water Resources said on Monday, warning that the possibility of extreme weather events remains.

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The peak typically runs from July 16 to Aug 15, according to the ministry.

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China Central Television reported that the ministry said above-average rainfall is expected nationwide through the end of August and September. Typhoons may form in the northwest Pacific Ocean and South China Sea, with some making landfall or affecting China.

\n

On Tuesday, the National Meteorological Center issued a blue alert for heavy rain, the lowest level in its four-tier warning system.

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The center forecast that through Saturday, a mix of warm, moist air and cold air will bring scattered showers and thunderstorms to northern China, along with strong winds and hail.

\n

"From Wednesday to Friday, the intense and localized nature of the precipitation raises the risk of small-scale severe rainfall," said Xu Jun, the center's chief forecaster.

\n

The likelihood of flash flooding is particularly high in parts of Shanxi, Qinghai and Gansu provinces, Xu added.

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The State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters on Tuesday initiated a Level IV emergency response, the lowest level, for flood control in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. Two working groups were dispatched to Hebei province and Beijing to assist and guide flood prevention efforts.

\n

During the peak season this year, scattered torrential rains and flooding occurred simultaneously across the country, which the ministry described as extreme and highly destructive.

\n

A total of 330 rivers nationwide saw water levels exceed warning thresholds, and 22 rivers experienced their largest floods on record, the ministry said.

\n

From July 23 to 29, Liudaohe town in Hebei province's Xinglong county and Dachengzi town in Beijing's Miyun district recorded rainfall totals nearing their annual averages, said Yao Wenguang, head of the ministry's department of flood and drought disaster prevention, according to Xinhua News Agency.

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He was quoted by CCTV as saying the overall flood situation has been more severe in northern China than in the south. In July, the Haihe River Basin saw regional major flooding, with rivers such as Beijing's Chaobai River and Tianjin's Jiyun River tributary recording their largest floods since measurements began.

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In response, the ministry used advanced forecasting technologies, issuing more than 170,000 flood forecasts and managing about 1,300 reservoirs, which helped more than 1 million people avoid having to relocate, Xinhua reported.

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lihongyang@chinadaily.com.cn

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Pan Yang, 17, recently took pictures of a matcha-flavored ice cream she had bought at a shopping mall in Shijiazhuang, capital of Hebei province.

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"I bought this one because it looked so attractive," she said. "There were even petals strewn over it."

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On the Chinese lifestyle-sharing app Xiaohongshu, known internationally as RedNote, many users have posted appealing images of upscale ice creams in various shapes, ranging from blooming flowers to fresh fruits, each of which is the result of delicate craftsmanship. Comments such as "adorable "and "too pretty to eat" abound in these posts.

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Favored by today's consumers, especially young people, such ice creams have become commonplace in souvenir shops at tourist attractions across China.

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Handan Museum, a well-known tourist site in Hebei, in April introduced creative ice creams that draw inspiration from two precious artifacts housed in the museum.

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The museum's ice creams have been a hit among visitors since their launch, with over 100 sold daily this summer, said Wang Haiyun, who works at the museum.

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Food industry analyst Zhu Danpeng believes the emergence of these visually appealing ice creams reflects a thirst for emotional and spiritual well-being in consumption.

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"Young Chinese people attach importance to the social aspects of goods and the emotional value they can offer, which drives the entire industry to innovate its offerings for consumers to enjoy fresh, pleasant experiences," Zhu said.

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While seeking visual and emotional delight from these frozen treats, Chinese consumers are also placing increased emphasis on the quality of ice cream as living standards and health consciousness rise.

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A 23-year-old ice cream fan surnamed Dong told Xinhua that a high-quality ice cream should be both delicious and healthy.

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"If two ice creams share similar tastes, I will choose the one with a cleaner ingredient list," she said.

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The shift to healthy eating has spurred changes in the industry. Traditional ice cream makers are adjusting their ingredients and unveiling new products in response to evolving needs, while new brands are gaining traction by labeling themselves as producers of handcrafted and freshly made ice creams.

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Romanlin Ice Cream is one such emerging brand. Founded in 2019, the Hebei-based company has opened more than 500 stores in China, and has also expanded to Malaysia, according to Ma Zhichao, chairman of the company.

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"Good-looking products can draw first-time consumers, while good-tasting products will attract them to buy again," Ma said, adding that to date, the brand boasts more than 30 ice cream flavors attuned to the tastes of Chinese consumers and has rolled out specialized products in different localities.

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To strike a balance between taste and health, Ma stressed the importance of quality ingredients and equipment in ice cream production.

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"High sugar and fat were once necessary to achieve a creamy and velvety texture, but premium ingredients and advanced equipment can help us deliver a nice mouthfeel with reduced levels," he explained.

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SHIJIAZHUANG — Once just a simple way to cool off, ice cream is seeing a surge of new varieties to meet the expanding tastes and preferences of Chinese consumers.

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Pan Yang, 17, recently took pictures of a matcha-flavored ice cream she had bought at a shopping mall in Shijiazhuang, capital of Hebei province.

\n

"I bought this one because it looked so attractive," she said. "There were even petals strewn over it."

\n

On the Chinese lifestyle-sharing app Xiaohongshu, known internationally as RedNote, many users have posted appealing images of upscale ice creams in various shapes, ranging from blooming flowers to fresh fruits, each of which is the result of delicate craftsmanship. Comments such as "adorable "and "too pretty to eat" abound in these posts.

\n

Favored by today's consumers, especially young people, such ice creams have become commonplace in souvenir shops at tourist attractions across China.

\n

Handan Museum, a well-known tourist site in Hebei, in April introduced creative ice creams that draw inspiration from two precious artifacts housed in the museum.

\n

The museum's ice creams have been a hit among visitors since their launch, with over 100 sold daily this summer, said Wang Haiyun, who works at the museum.

\n

Food industry analyst Zhu Danpeng believes the emergence of these visually appealing ice creams reflects a thirst for emotional and spiritual well-being in consumption.

\n

"Young Chinese people attach importance to the social aspects of goods and the emotional value they can offer, which drives the entire industry to innovate its offerings for consumers to enjoy fresh, pleasant experiences," Zhu said.

\n

While seeking visual and emotional delight from these frozen treats, Chinese consumers are also placing increased emphasis on the quality of ice cream as living standards and health consciousness rise.

\n

A 23-year-old ice cream fan surnamed Dong told Xinhua that a high-quality ice cream should be both delicious and healthy.

\n

"If two ice creams share similar tastes, I will choose the one with a cleaner ingredient list," she said.

\n

The shift to healthy eating has spurred changes in the industry. Traditional ice cream makers are adjusting their ingredients and unveiling new products in response to evolving needs, while new brands are gaining traction by labeling themselves as producers of handcrafted and freshly made ice creams.

\n

Romanlin Ice Cream is one such emerging brand. Founded in 2019, the Hebei-based company has opened more than 500 stores in China, and has also expanded to Malaysia, according to Ma Zhichao, chairman of the company.

\n

"Good-looking products can draw first-time consumers, while good-tasting products will attract them to buy again," Ma said, adding that to date, the brand boasts more than 30 ice cream flavors attuned to the tastes of Chinese consumers and has rolled out specialized products in different localities.

\n

To strike a balance between taste and health, Ma stressed the importance of quality ingredients and equipment in ice cream production.

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"High sugar and fat were once necessary to achieve a creamy and velvety texture, but premium ingredients and advanced equipment can help us deliver a nice mouthfeel with reduced levels," he explained.

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Performers grace the stage at the 11th National Disabled People's Art Festival in Wuhan, Hubei province on Monday. The event, called Symphony of Dreams: Together Towards a New Era, features 152 performances across four categories, marking the largest and most attended festival in its history.

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Performers grace the stage at the 11th National Disabled People's Art Festival in Wuhan, Hubei province on Monday. The event, called Symphony of Dreams: Together Towards a New Era, features 152 performances across four categories, marking the largest and most attended festival in its history.

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China, an already established medal contender at Olympic Games, is striving to extend its athletic prowess from the elite to the grassroots levels by further nurturing sports and mass fitness to build a more balanced sporting industry.

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Despite the Chinese delegations' medal-laden campaigns at recent international events and the successful hosting of sporting extravaganzas at home, China's ambition of developing into an all-around powerhouse in the global sports scene, a national target outlined in the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), remains a work in progress that needs concerted efforts from various sectors, the country's top sports governing body said on Tuesday.

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According to the General Administration of Sport of China, improved facilitation of the country's mass fitness program, stimulating consumption in sports-related business — including retail, tourism and accommodation — and continued efforts to combat corruption are among the key tasks on the agenda for the next five-year development period.

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"We still have a lot of catching up to do, and we need to stay coolheaded," Gao Zhidan, minister of the GASC, said during a State Council Information Office news conference on Tuesday. "Despite the many things we've achieved, we are facing long-running issues hampering the development of the sports sector."

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Chinese athletes continue to shine on the global sports stage. Their achievements, from 2021 to 2024, included 519 world championships titles and the setting of 68 world records across major international events such as the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, the Hangzhou 2023 Asian Games and the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, according to Gao.

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However, the ongoing decline of the men's national soccer team — underscored by its failed attempt earlier this year to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and corruption scandals involving former top governing body officials and the national team coach — has become a pressing issue, taking a heavy toll on the sporting powerhouse agenda.

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The development system, especially for China's three team ball sports (soccer, basketball and volleyball), needs an overhaul, with an emphasis on transparent management and a focus on youth promotion at the core, Gao added.

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To get more people involved in a more active and healthier lifestyle, Gao has also pledged increased efforts to work with all relevant departments to improve and expand the mass fitness campaign to make exercising facilities, training guidance and fitness services more accessible and affordable at the grassroots level.

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Since the beginning of 2021, the central government has granted subsidies of 5.65 billion yuan ($787 million) to owners and operators of public sports venues around the country to ensure they either provide free access to the public or offer low rental fees, according to the GASC's sport for all department.

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The coverage area of the country's sporting fields, including indoor and outdoor venues of public and commercial properties, measured 4.23 billion square meters by the end of 2024, an increase of about 1.13 billion sq m from the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-20) period.

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"The next task for us is to walk closer with urban planning authorities, local governments and property developers to maximize the potential to build more accessible sports facilities for the public at city parks, under highway bridges and abandoned factories," said Ding Dong, director of the GASC's sport for all department.

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The development of sports-related businesses — including leisure and outdoor sports consumption, sports tourism, and sports equipment manufacturing-will be promoted and encouraged over the next five years. As one of the sports governing body's priorities, this sector is expected to drive the country's overall economic growth, added Yang Xuedong, director of the GASC's sports economy department.

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With its average game attendance exceeding 60,000 people, the 13-team 2025 Jiangsu Football City League, also known as Suchao, has emerged as the most commercially successful amateur tournament in China. Since the season's kickoff in May, strong fan turnout has generated 38 billion yuan in total consumption across ticket sales, team merchandise, catering, tourism, and related services in host cities, according to Yang.

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"The popularity of such grassroots events has proved the huge growth potential of sports consumption in our country entering the new five-year period," Yang said.

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sunxiaochen@chinadaily.com.cn

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China, an already established medal contender at Olympic Games, is striving to extend its athletic prowess from the elite to the grassroots levels by further nurturing sports and mass fitness to build a more balanced sporting industry.

\n

Despite the Chinese delegations' medal-laden campaigns at recent international events and the successful hosting of sporting extravaganzas at home, China's ambition of developing into an all-around powerhouse in the global sports scene, a national target outlined in the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), remains a work in progress that needs concerted efforts from various sectors, the country's top sports governing body said on Tuesday.

\n

According to the General Administration of Sport of China, improved facilitation of the country's mass fitness program, stimulating consumption in sports-related business — including retail, tourism and accommodation — and continued efforts to combat corruption are among the key tasks on the agenda for the next five-year development period.

\n

"We still have a lot of catching up to do, and we need to stay coolheaded," Gao Zhidan, minister of the GASC, said during a State Council Information Office news conference on Tuesday. "Despite the many things we've achieved, we are facing long-running issues hampering the development of the sports sector."

\n

Chinese athletes continue to shine on the global sports stage. Their achievements, from 2021 to 2024, included 519 world championships titles and the setting of 68 world records across major international events such as the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, the Hangzhou 2023 Asian Games and the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, according to Gao.

\n

However, the ongoing decline of the men's national soccer team — underscored by its failed attempt earlier this year to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and corruption scandals involving former top governing body officials and the national team coach — has become a pressing issue, taking a heavy toll on the sporting powerhouse agenda.

\n

The development system, especially for China's three team ball sports (soccer, basketball and volleyball), needs an overhaul, with an emphasis on transparent management and a focus on youth promotion at the core, Gao added.

\n

To get more people involved in a more active and healthier lifestyle, Gao has also pledged increased efforts to work with all relevant departments to improve and expand the mass fitness campaign to make exercising facilities, training guidance and fitness services more accessible and affordable at the grassroots level.

\n

Since the beginning of 2021, the central government has granted subsidies of 5.65 billion yuan ($787 million) to owners and operators of public sports venues around the country to ensure they either provide free access to the public or offer low rental fees, according to the GASC's sport for all department.

\n

The coverage area of the country's sporting fields, including indoor and outdoor venues of public and commercial properties, measured 4.23 billion square meters by the end of 2024, an increase of about 1.13 billion sq m from the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-20) period.

\n

"The next task for us is to walk closer with urban planning authorities, local governments and property developers to maximize the potential to build more accessible sports facilities for the public at city parks, under highway bridges and abandoned factories," said Ding Dong, director of the GASC's sport for all department.

\n

The development of sports-related businesses — including leisure and outdoor sports consumption, sports tourism, and sports equipment manufacturing-will be promoted and encouraged over the next five years. As one of the sports governing body's priorities, this sector is expected to drive the country's overall economic growth, added Yang Xuedong, director of the GASC's sports economy department.

\n

With its average game attendance exceeding 60,000 people, the 13-team 2025 Jiangsu Football City League, also known as Suchao, has emerged as the most commercially successful amateur tournament in China. Since the season's kickoff in May, strong fan turnout has generated 38 billion yuan in total consumption across ticket sales, team merchandise, catering, tourism, and related services in host cities, according to Yang.

\n

"The popularity of such grassroots events has proved the huge growth potential of sports consumption in our country entering the new five-year period," Yang said.

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sunxiaochen@chinadaily.com.cn

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Huajiang village, Guizhou province, lies near the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge.

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Villagers near the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in Guizhou province are anticipating a tourism boom as the world's highest bridge prepares to open.

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In about a month, the bridge, with a height of 625 meters from deck to water, will open as part of the local expressway system and cut travel time between the two banks from about one hour to just 90 seconds.

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Huajiang village in Zhenfeng county sits about 1 kilometer from the span. The village, listed among China's traditional villages, has seen the promise of improved access quickly turn into preparations for incoming tourists.

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"We are the village closest to the bridge, and we have the best view," said 35-year-old resident Lin Guoquan. Three years ago, when he learned the massive project would be built on his doorstep, Lin — who had worked in the tourism sector in Yunnan province — returned home and launched a homestay business.

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In May 2024 Lin began converting old village houses into guest rooms decorated in Bouyei ethnic style. The homestay opened in October the same year and now offers 27 rooms.

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"You can see the bridge directly from your bed," Lin said.

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As the opening date approaches, Lin's homestay has become popular. Occupancy rates are high and the rooms often sell out.

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"With the bridge opening in September, rooms are filling up fast," he said.

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Lin also posts videos of the bridge, the gorge and the surrounding sea of clouds on Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok. Several of his accounts tied to the project have attracted more than 1 million followers.

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Some villagers are recording daily construction progress on their phones as the structure rises. One blogger who documents the work almost every day on Douyin has drawn more than 240,000 followers, attracting more visitors from nearby areas.

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At present, Huajiang village has only Lin's homestay and two or three farm restaurants, but more renovations are already underway. Official plans released in July incorporate the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge and roughly 50 square kilometers around it into a coordinated tourism development scheme designed to turn distant check-ins into immersive, zero-distance experiences.

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"The bridge's opening is an important milestone," Lin said. "Via ferrata, paragliding and other outdoor attractions are expected to arrive here. The focus will not be limited to the bridge itself; it will drive development across the surrounding area and help retain visitors."

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In July the bridge's viewing corridor, high-speed racing track and viewing platforms were completed.

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Visitors can test their driving skills on a 1,411-meter-long racetrack situated about 600 meters above the ground. Earlier plans also call for glass sightseeing elevators and a cafe.

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"Not a day can be wasted and nothing can be sloppy. We are now completing the final painting and other finishing work," said Wang Songyu, deputy project manager for the contract section. He added that overall progress has surpassed 99 percent, and the bridge is expected to open to traffic by the end of September.

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Contact the writers at liuboqian@chinadaily.com.cn

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Huajiang village, Guizhou province, lies near the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge.

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Villagers near the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in Guizhou province are anticipating a tourism boom as the world's highest bridge prepares to open.

\n

In about a month, the bridge, with a height of 625 meters from deck to water, will open as part of the local expressway system and cut travel time between the two banks from about one hour to just 90 seconds.

\n

Huajiang village in Zhenfeng county sits about 1 kilometer from the span. The village, listed among China's traditional villages, has seen the promise of improved access quickly turn into preparations for incoming tourists.

\n

"We are the village closest to the bridge, and we have the best view," said 35-year-old resident Lin Guoquan. Three years ago, when he learned the massive project would be built on his doorstep, Lin — who had worked in the tourism sector in Yunnan province — returned home and launched a homestay business.

\n

In May 2024 Lin began converting old village houses into guest rooms decorated in Bouyei ethnic style. The homestay opened in October the same year and now offers 27 rooms.

\n

"You can see the bridge directly from your bed," Lin said.

\n

As the opening date approaches, Lin's homestay has become popular. Occupancy rates are high and the rooms often sell out.

\n

"With the bridge opening in September, rooms are filling up fast," he said.

\n

Lin also posts videos of the bridge, the gorge and the surrounding sea of clouds on Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok. Several of his accounts tied to the project have attracted more than 1 million followers.

\n

Some villagers are recording daily construction progress on their phones as the structure rises. One blogger who documents the work almost every day on Douyin has drawn more than 240,000 followers, attracting more visitors from nearby areas.

\n

At present, Huajiang village has only Lin's homestay and two or three farm restaurants, but more renovations are already underway. Official plans released in July incorporate the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge and roughly 50 square kilometers around it into a coordinated tourism development scheme designed to turn distant check-ins into immersive, zero-distance experiences.

\n

"The bridge's opening is an important milestone," Lin said. "Via ferrata, paragliding and other outdoor attractions are expected to arrive here. The focus will not be limited to the bridge itself; it will drive development across the surrounding area and help retain visitors."

\n

In July the bridge's viewing corridor, high-speed racing track and viewing platforms were completed.

\n

Visitors can test their driving skills on a 1,411-meter-long racetrack situated about 600 meters above the ground. Earlier plans also call for glass sightseeing elevators and a cafe.

\n

"Not a day can be wasted and nothing can be sloppy. We are now completing the final painting and other finishing work," said Wang Songyu, deputy project manager for the contract section. He added that overall progress has surpassed 99 percent, and the bridge is expected to open to traffic by the end of September.

\n

Contact the writers at liuboqian@chinadaily.com.cn

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Villagers in Chengkan ancient village in Huangshan, Anhui province, display colorful autumn crops during the annual Shaiqiu festival on Monday, blending harvest bounty with historic Huizhou architecture.

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Villagers in Chengkan ancient village in Huangshan, Anhui province, display colorful autumn crops during the annual Shaiqiu festival on Monday, blending harvest bounty with historic Huizhou architecture.

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Students in a primary school in Sernyi district of Nagchu, Xizang autonomous region, attend a Tibetan language class.

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Nagchu city in the northern part of the Xizang autonomous region has made major gains in infrastructure, education, health and living standards over the past few decades, local officials said on Tuesday.

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According to figures released at a news conference in Lhasa, the regional capital, the city's GDP rose from 295 million yuan ($41 million) in 1990 to more than 24.6 billion yuan in 2024. During the same period, the per capita disposable income of urban residents grew from 1,755 yuan to 55,499 yuan, while the figure for rural residents climbed from 411 yuan to 20,099 yuan.

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Li Meng, vice-mayor of Nagchu, said the city has made great progress in infrastructure over the past 60 years. A "heavenly corridor "consisting of five vital lines — highways, railways, oil and gas pipelines, fiber-optic cables and power lines — runs through the city.

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The industrial structure of the city has been optimized and upgraded.

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"We have achieved a significant transformation from a single nomadic industry to diverse development that includes clean energy, specialty agriculture and animal husbandry, and cultural tourism," he said.

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Li emphasized that livelihoods for citizens have improved significantly over the past 60 years.

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"The general populace, including officials and citizens, all enjoy equal chances of receiving better childcare, education, employment, healthcare, elderly care, housing and support for the vulnerable," he said.

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The retention rate for compulsory education and the enrollment rate for children with disabilities have reached 98 percent and 100 percent, respectively. Medical and health institutions now provide full coverage at the county, township and village levels, Li said.

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The participation rates for basic medical insurance and basic pension insurance have remained stable at more than 99 percent and 98 percent, respectively, he added.

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Phuntsok, director of the city's development and reform commission, said authorities have prioritized education. With increasing investment each year, the number of schools at all levels has reached 462.

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"We have been continuously enhancing the capacity and level of primary healthcare services, building on the comprehensive implementation of basic medical insurance policies for urban and rural residents. They offer free treatment for diseases such as cataracts, Kashin-Beck disease, hip and knee joint replacement, and congenital heart disease," Phuntsok said.

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Local residents say they have seen the changes firsthand.

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Tsering Karma, a 70-year-old villager in Machu township in Amdo county of Nagchu, said dramatic transformations have taken place in his hometown in terms of telecommunication, transportation, electricity and drinking water.

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"Thanks to our country's overall development in recent decades, my hometown has been prospering as well, with people's livelihoods largely improved and ecological protection work further enhanced in the new era," he said.

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"The quality of living, housing and education has improved dramatically. The government provides 15-year free education to all the children from preschool to high school, so everybody has the chance to receive better education," he added.

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Contact the writers at palden_nyima@chinadaily.com.cn

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Students in a primary school in Sernyi district of Nagchu, Xizang autonomous region, attend a Tibetan language class.

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Nagchu city in the northern part of the Xizang autonomous region has made major gains in infrastructure, education, health and living standards over the past few decades, local officials said on Tuesday.

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According to figures released at a news conference in Lhasa, the regional capital, the city's GDP rose from 295 million yuan ($41 million) in 1990 to more than 24.6 billion yuan in 2024. During the same period, the per capita disposable income of urban residents grew from 1,755 yuan to 55,499 yuan, while the figure for rural residents climbed from 411 yuan to 20,099 yuan.

\n

Li Meng, vice-mayor of Nagchu, said the city has made great progress in infrastructure over the past 60 years. A "heavenly corridor "consisting of five vital lines — highways, railways, oil and gas pipelines, fiber-optic cables and power lines — runs through the city.

\n

The industrial structure of the city has been optimized and upgraded.

\n

"We have achieved a significant transformation from a single nomadic industry to diverse development that includes clean energy, specialty agriculture and animal husbandry, and cultural tourism," he said.

\n

Li emphasized that livelihoods for citizens have improved significantly over the past 60 years.

\n

"The general populace, including officials and citizens, all enjoy equal chances of receiving better childcare, education, employment, healthcare, elderly care, housing and support for the vulnerable," he said.

\n

The retention rate for compulsory education and the enrollment rate for children with disabilities have reached 98 percent and 100 percent, respectively. Medical and health institutions now provide full coverage at the county, township and village levels, Li said.

\n

The participation rates for basic medical insurance and basic pension insurance have remained stable at more than 99 percent and 98 percent, respectively, he added.

\n

Phuntsok, director of the city's development and reform commission, said authorities have prioritized education. With increasing investment each year, the number of schools at all levels has reached 462.

\n

"We have been continuously enhancing the capacity and level of primary healthcare services, building on the comprehensive implementation of basic medical insurance policies for urban and rural residents. They offer free treatment for diseases such as cataracts, Kashin-Beck disease, hip and knee joint replacement, and congenital heart disease," Phuntsok said.

\n

Local residents say they have seen the changes firsthand.

\n

Tsering Karma, a 70-year-old villager in Machu township in Amdo county of Nagchu, said dramatic transformations have taken place in his hometown in terms of telecommunication, transportation, electricity and drinking water.

\n

"Thanks to our country's overall development in recent decades, my hometown has been prospering as well, with people's livelihoods largely improved and ecological protection work further enhanced in the new era," he said.

\n

"The quality of living, housing and education has improved dramatically. The government provides 15-year free education to all the children from preschool to high school, so everybody has the chance to receive better education," he added.

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Contact the writers at palden_nyima@chinadaily.com.cn

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Thailand has extradited to China a man suspected of illegally absorbing public deposits, marking the latest step in cooperation between the two countries' law enforcement and judicial agencies, Chinese authorities said on Tuesday.

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With help from the Chinese embassy in Thailand and Thai law enforcement, Chinese police escorted the suspect, identified only by his surname Li, back to China on Friday, the Ministry of Public Security said in a statement.

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Li, who was not qualified to accept public deposits, made false claims that his company was financially strong, earning strong returns and preparing to list on the stock market.

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He said his business would expand and persuaded more than 800 people to invest over 300 million yuan ($41.79 million) with the promise of high interest rates.

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After authorities uncovered the scheme, Li fled overseas. Police continued pursuing him and working to recover illicit proceeds. A procuratorate in Shangqiu, Henan province, approved his arrest in September 2023. Interpol issued a Red Notice for Li in October 2024.

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Thai authorities arrested him in June this year and ruled that he should be extradited back to China.

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The ministry said Li's extradition reflects deepened law enforcement and judicial cooperation between China and Thailand, as well as strengthened mutual trust. It also demonstrates Chinese police's determination to protect the public's assets and sets an example for future international cooperation, the ministry said.

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The case comes less than a month after China announced that Zhou Jinghua, ranked 26th on its list of 100 most-wanted Interpol Red Notice fugitives, was extradited from Thailand.

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In February, Thailand repatriated 40 Chinese nationals who had entered the country illegally.

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Chinese police in recent years have increased cooperation with Thailand and other countries to combat rampant telecommunications and online fraud targeting Chinese citizens.

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Since Feb 20, Myanmar has repatriated 2,876 Chinese fraud suspects, who were escorted back to China through Thailand, the ministry said in March.

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wangqingyun@chinadaily.com.cn

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Thailand has extradited to China a man suspected of illegally absorbing public deposits, marking the latest step in cooperation between the two countries' law enforcement and judicial agencies, Chinese authorities said on Tuesday.

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With help from the Chinese embassy in Thailand and Thai law enforcement, Chinese police escorted the suspect, identified only by his surname Li, back to China on Friday, the Ministry of Public Security said in a statement.

\n

Li, who was not qualified to accept public deposits, made false claims that his company was financially strong, earning strong returns and preparing to list on the stock market.

\n

He said his business would expand and persuaded more than 800 people to invest over 300 million yuan ($41.79 million) with the promise of high interest rates.

\n

After authorities uncovered the scheme, Li fled overseas. Police continued pursuing him and working to recover illicit proceeds. A procuratorate in Shangqiu, Henan province, approved his arrest in September 2023. Interpol issued a Red Notice for Li in October 2024.

\n

Thai authorities arrested him in June this year and ruled that he should be extradited back to China.

\n

The ministry said Li's extradition reflects deepened law enforcement and judicial cooperation between China and Thailand, as well as strengthened mutual trust. It also demonstrates Chinese police's determination to protect the public's assets and sets an example for future international cooperation, the ministry said.

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The case comes less than a month after China announced that Zhou Jinghua, ranked 26th on its list of 100 most-wanted Interpol Red Notice fugitives, was extradited from Thailand.

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In February, Thailand repatriated 40 Chinese nationals who had entered the country illegally.

\n

Chinese police in recent years have increased cooperation with Thailand and other countries to combat rampant telecommunications and online fraud targeting Chinese citizens.

\n

Since Feb 20, Myanmar has repatriated 2,876 Chinese fraud suspects, who were escorted back to China through Thailand, the ministry said in March.

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wangqingyun@chinadaily.com.cn

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Kinetica 1 rocket launches seven satellites into orbit on Tuesday.

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CAS Space, a Beijing-based commercial rocket maker, launched the eighth rocket in its Kinetica 1 series on Tuesday afternoon, transporting seven satellites, including a pair built in Mexico, into space.

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The rocket lifted off at 3:33 pm from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China's Gobi Desert and then placed the payloads — a synthetic aperture radar satellite, an Earth-observation satellite and five experimental satellites — into their preset orbit, the company said in a statement.

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Among the hardware launched are the mini ThumbSat-1 and ThumbSat-2 satellites. Weighing about 100 grams each, they were designed and built by private Mexican company ThumbSat and have very simple tasks, the company said.

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"ThumbSat-1 carries a selfie payload, aiming to capture its own mirror-selfie in orbit. ThumbSat-2 carries an artistic payload, merging science and creativity, reminding us that exploration is not only about data but also about expression," it said on its website.

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It added that the mission was made possible through close collaboration between CAS Space and ThumbSat, as their engineers together designed a specialized satellite deployer.

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In addition, ThumbSat stated that it will set up ground-receiving stations across Mexico to enable students and space fans to use antennas and software for free to "track signals from orbit and take part in a mission that crosses borders and disciplines".

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In its statement, CAS Space said that, "As a groundbreaking cooperation between China and Mexico in the field of satellite development and service, this project marks a milestone breakthrough for China's space industry in the North American commercial space market."

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The Chinese company said the project's success will strengthen the bond of Sino-Mexican scientific and technological cooperation and will make important contributions to "building a fair, open and inclusive system for international space cooperation".

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Hu Xiaowei, project manager of the Kinetica 1 model, said that Tuesday's launch has once again highlighted the rocket's reliability.

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"By now, CAS Space has used our Kinetica 1 rockets to help clients deploy 70 satellites with a combined weight of more than 7 (metric) tons. We are No 1 in terms of business share in China's commercial launch market, and the Kinetica 1 still holds the domestic record of most satellites launched by a commercial rocket," he said, stating that Kinetica 1 is the "most suitable choice" for launching small and mid-size satellites.

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Tuesday's launch was not the first time Kinetica 1 carried satellites for foreign clients.

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In its fifth flight in November last year, the rocket placed 15 satellites into their preset orbit, including the IRSS-1 that was designed and built by the China Academy of Space Technology for the Omani space industry startup Oman Lens.

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It marked the first time that a Chinese commercial space company had launched any satellite for a foreign client, and also the first time that an Omani satellite had been successfully put into orbit.

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"We can arrange a launch mission in a flexible and rapid manner, and that means we are able to efficiently respond to clients' urgent orders. Besides, compared with similar rocket models on the international market, ours features an attractive price and a very high accuracy of orbital deployment," said Meng Xiangfu, deputy manager of the Kinetica 1 project.

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Formerly known as ZK 1A, the Kinetica 1 model has a length of 30 meters, a diameter of 2.65 meters, and a liftoff weight of 135 tons. It is capable of deploying satellites with a combined weight of 1.5 tons to a typical sun-synchronous orbit about 500 kilometers above Earth.

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zhaolei@chinadaily.com.cn

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Kinetica 1 rocket launches seven satellites into orbit on Tuesday.

\n

CAS Space, a Beijing-based commercial rocket maker, launched the eighth rocket in its Kinetica 1 series on Tuesday afternoon, transporting seven satellites, including a pair built in Mexico, into space.

\n

The rocket lifted off at 3:33 pm from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China's Gobi Desert and then placed the payloads — a synthetic aperture radar satellite, an Earth-observation satellite and five experimental satellites — into their preset orbit, the company said in a statement.

\n

Among the hardware launched are the mini ThumbSat-1 and ThumbSat-2 satellites. Weighing about 100 grams each, they were designed and built by private Mexican company ThumbSat and have very simple tasks, the company said.

\n

"ThumbSat-1 carries a selfie payload, aiming to capture its own mirror-selfie in orbit. ThumbSat-2 carries an artistic payload, merging science and creativity, reminding us that exploration is not only about data but also about expression," it said on its website.

\n

It added that the mission was made possible through close collaboration between CAS Space and ThumbSat, as their engineers together designed a specialized satellite deployer.

\n

In addition, ThumbSat stated that it will set up ground-receiving stations across Mexico to enable students and space fans to use antennas and software for free to "track signals from orbit and take part in a mission that crosses borders and disciplines".

\n

In its statement, CAS Space said that, "As a groundbreaking cooperation between China and Mexico in the field of satellite development and service, this project marks a milestone breakthrough for China's space industry in the North American commercial space market."

\n

The Chinese company said the project's success will strengthen the bond of Sino-Mexican scientific and technological cooperation and will make important contributions to "building a fair, open and inclusive system for international space cooperation".

\n

Hu Xiaowei, project manager of the Kinetica 1 model, said that Tuesday's launch has once again highlighted the rocket's reliability.

\n

"By now, CAS Space has used our Kinetica 1 rockets to help clients deploy 70 satellites with a combined weight of more than 7 (metric) tons. We are No 1 in terms of business share in China's commercial launch market, and the Kinetica 1 still holds the domestic record of most satellites launched by a commercial rocket," he said, stating that Kinetica 1 is the "most suitable choice" for launching small and mid-size satellites.

\n

Tuesday's launch was not the first time Kinetica 1 carried satellites for foreign clients.

\n

In its fifth flight in November last year, the rocket placed 15 satellites into their preset orbit, including the IRSS-1 that was designed and built by the China Academy of Space Technology for the Omani space industry startup Oman Lens.

\n

It marked the first time that a Chinese commercial space company had launched any satellite for a foreign client, and also the first time that an Omani satellite had been successfully put into orbit.

\n

"We can arrange a launch mission in a flexible and rapid manner, and that means we are able to efficiently respond to clients' urgent orders. Besides, compared with similar rocket models on the international market, ours features an attractive price and a very high accuracy of orbital deployment," said Meng Xiangfu, deputy manager of the Kinetica 1 project.

\n

Formerly known as ZK 1A, the Kinetica 1 model has a length of 30 meters, a diameter of 2.65 meters, and a liftoff weight of 135 tons. It is capable of deploying satellites with a combined weight of 1.5 tons to a typical sun-synchronous orbit about 500 kilometers above Earth.

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zhaolei@chinadaily.com.cn

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People visit an exhibition that commemorates the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's restoration to China and Taiwan residents' contribution to the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) at Shanghai History Museum in Shanghai on Aug 2.

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Taiwan compatriots tour an exhibition on Taiwan residents' rebellion against colonial rule and aggression at Jinhua City Exhibition Hall in Jinhua, Zhejiang province, in July.

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Editor's note: The Taiwan question is a key focus for China and the international community. China Daily is publishing a series of reports to track hot Taiwan-related topics and address disinformation from the Democratic Progressive Party administration.

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A photo exhibition opened in Taipei on Friday to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and Taiwan's restoration to China.

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Kuan Chung-ming, the exhibition's curator and former president of Taiwan University, said at the opening ceremony that the war of resistance against Japan was crucial for the survival of the Chinese nation and is a historical memory shared by all Chinese people.

\n

It is worthy of joint commemoration by both sides of the Taiwan Strait, yet the Democratic Progressive Party authorities in Taiwan have not held any large-scale commemorative events, he said.

\n

"If the DPP won't do it, we'll do it ourselves, and we will pass on this historical memory," Kuan said, adding that the monthlong exhibition aims to encourage more people to participate and help preserve this important history.

\n

On Aug 15, 1945, Japan announced its unconditional surrender, 14 years after it invaded Northeast China and eight years after its full-scale invasion of China. Around the date this year, people on both the Chinese mainland and in Taiwan are commemorating the important historical events through exhibitions, seminars, visits and art displays.

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Shared history

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In July 1894, Japan launched a war of aggression against China. In April 1895, the defeated Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) government was forced to cede Taiwan and the Penghu Islands to Japan.

\n

After Japan occupied Taiwan in 1895, the people of Taiwan engaged in relentless resistance. Over 50,000 of these people joined mainland resistance efforts during World War II, motivated by their mission to save the motherland and to save Taiwan.

\n

On Oct 25, 1945, the ceremony to accept Japan's surrender in the Taiwan province of the China war theater of the Allied powers was held in Taipei. From that point on, China recovered Taiwan.

\n

Documents like the 1943 Cairo Declaration and the 1945 Potsdam Proclamation mandated Taiwan's return to China. Japan surrendered under the terms of these documents, and Taiwan was officially restored to China on Oct 25, 1945.

\n

Ren Dongmei, a research fellow at the Institute of Taiwan Studies of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, said Taiwan's restoration, which was celebrated by local residents as the end of the island's colonial oppression, confirmed that Taiwan is a part of China, and bonds people on the two sides of the Strait as members of a community with common interests and a shared future.

\n

Wu Yongping, director at the Institute for Taiwan Studies at Tsinghua University, said Taiwan's restoration to China holds multifaceted significance, as its return healed the "deep wound" in the nation's history that Taiwan became a Japanese colony when China was poor and weak.

\n

"With Taiwan's restoration, China once again became a unified and complete country. This moment was crucial for the development of modern China," Wu said.

\n

The return was even more meaningful to the people of Taiwan, who were treated as second-class citizens — discriminated against and oppressed under 50 years of Japanese colonial rule, so many longed to return to the motherland, he said.

\n

So when the Chinese Kuomintang government came to take over Taiwan from the Japanese colonial power, Taiwan people welcomed them with great excitement, Wu said.

\n

"Men, women, young and old, all dressed nicely to greet their compatriots from the motherland."

\n

Liu Xiangping, head of the Institute of Taiwan Studies at Nanjing University, said, "The victory in the war and Taiwan's restoration to China powerfully safeguarded our sovereignty and territorial integrity, putting an end to a humiliating history of enslavement by foreign aggressors."

\n

He said that the Taiwan question arose from the past decline and turmoil of the Chinese nation, and looking at it from today's perspective, the strength of the Chinese nation is the strongest guarantee for safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

\n

Taiwan compatriots were an important part of the war of resistance against Japanese aggression, and Taiwan's restoration was a crucial outcome of the victory of the war, Liu said, adding that "Forgetting history is a betrayal".

\n

Betraying historical facts

\n

In August, the Taiwan authorities said they had banned government officials from attending September's military parade in Beijing to mark the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, along with former senior "defense, intelligence and diplomatic" officials. The penalties for violating this ban include the revocation of pensions, a move that has stirred criticism across the Taiwan Strait.

\n

Critics have also condemned Taiwan's leader, Lai Ching-te, for not organizing events to commemorate the victory, accusing Lai of propagating an erroneous view of World War II history by beautifying Japan's colonial past in Taiwan and ignoring the sacrifices made by the Chinese people.

\n

Former Taiwan leader Ma Yingjeou expressed anger and disappointment, saying that Lai's description of the war's victory as merely "the end of World War II" in a post on his Facebook page on Friday downplayed Japan's wartime atrocities.

\n

Lai, who pandered to Japan and forgot the humiliation and sacrifices of the Chinese people, is unfit for leadership in Taiwan, Ma said, adding that "historical truths such as the brutal invasion by Japan and the countless sacrifices made by the Chinese should not be erased or distorted".

\n

He urged Lai to remember those who sacrificed their lives resisting Japanese invaders, including Taiwan people who died during Japan's colonial rule, and warned that without this acknowledgment, Lai's talk of "Taiwan values" would be seen as mere political maneuvering devoid of genuine concern for the people.

\n

Zhu Fenglian, spokeswoman for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, condemned Lai for a complete abandonment of the national stance and the deliberate disregard for the historical facts of the war.

\n

She said that Lai's rhetoric in his Facebook post supported a false narrative of "democracy versus authoritarianism" and promotes separatist "Taiwan independence" ideology, which ultimately aims to achieve "independence" through military means and foreign support.

\n

Zhu warned Lai that any attempt to distort this history would be in vain, any actions challenging the post-war international order would be self-defeating, and any schemes to divide the nation were delusional.

\n

She expressed hope that compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait would remember history, honor the martyrs, uphold national righteousness, safeguard the fruits of victory and firmly oppose "Taiwan independence" and external interference.

\n

Sung Ping-chung, executive deputy chief editor of Taiwan's Meihua Media News, said some politicians in Taiwan blindly idolize Japan because they were deliberately covering up the war crimes Japanese invaders committed during the time they colonized Taiwan.

\n

This year marks the 110th anniversary of the 1915 Tapani Massacre, where in the Yujing district of the city of Tainan, the Japanese invaders killed people from 8 to 80 years old.

\n

"Why is no one talking about this at all? This is a terrible situation," Sung said.

\n

"We just need to make sure everyone knows about it, and people can then form their own opinion. I don't believe anyone could visit this museum and not feel moved," he said after visiting the Battle of Changde Memorial Museum in Hunan province earlier this month.

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zhangyi1@chinadaily.com.cn

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Online Scan the code to watch the video.

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People visit an exhibition that commemorates the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's restoration to China and Taiwan residents' contribution to the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) at Shanghai History Museum in Shanghai on Aug 2.

\n

Taiwan compatriots tour an exhibition on Taiwan residents' rebellion against colonial rule and aggression at Jinhua City Exhibition Hall in Jinhua, Zhejiang province, in July.

\n

Editor's note: The Taiwan question is a key focus for China and the international community. China Daily is publishing a series of reports to track hot Taiwan-related topics and address disinformation from the Democratic Progressive Party administration.

\n

A photo exhibition opened in Taipei on Friday to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and Taiwan's restoration to China.

\n

Kuan Chung-ming, the exhibition's curator and former president of Taiwan University, said at the opening ceremony that the war of resistance against Japan was crucial for the survival of the Chinese nation and is a historical memory shared by all Chinese people.

\n

It is worthy of joint commemoration by both sides of the Taiwan Strait, yet the Democratic Progressive Party authorities in Taiwan have not held any large-scale commemorative events, he said.

\n

"If the DPP won't do it, we'll do it ourselves, and we will pass on this historical memory," Kuan said, adding that the monthlong exhibition aims to encourage more people to participate and help preserve this important history.

\n

On Aug 15, 1945, Japan announced its unconditional surrender, 14 years after it invaded Northeast China and eight years after its full-scale invasion of China. Around the date this year, people on both the Chinese mainland and in Taiwan are commemorating the important historical events through exhibitions, seminars, visits and art displays.

\n

Shared history

\n

In July 1894, Japan launched a war of aggression against China. In April 1895, the defeated Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) government was forced to cede Taiwan and the Penghu Islands to Japan.

\n

After Japan occupied Taiwan in 1895, the people of Taiwan engaged in relentless resistance. Over 50,000 of these people joined mainland resistance efforts during World War II, motivated by their mission to save the motherland and to save Taiwan.

\n

On Oct 25, 1945, the ceremony to accept Japan's surrender in the Taiwan province of the China war theater of the Allied powers was held in Taipei. From that point on, China recovered Taiwan.

\n

Documents like the 1943 Cairo Declaration and the 1945 Potsdam Proclamation mandated Taiwan's return to China. Japan surrendered under the terms of these documents, and Taiwan was officially restored to China on Oct 25, 1945.

\n

Ren Dongmei, a research fellow at the Institute of Taiwan Studies of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, said Taiwan's restoration, which was celebrated by local residents as the end of the island's colonial oppression, confirmed that Taiwan is a part of China, and bonds people on the two sides of the Strait as members of a community with common interests and a shared future.

\n

Wu Yongping, director at the Institute for Taiwan Studies at Tsinghua University, said Taiwan's restoration to China holds multifaceted significance, as its return healed the "deep wound" in the nation's history that Taiwan became a Japanese colony when China was poor and weak.

\n

"With Taiwan's restoration, China once again became a unified and complete country. This moment was crucial for the development of modern China," Wu said.

\n

The return was even more meaningful to the people of Taiwan, who were treated as second-class citizens — discriminated against and oppressed under 50 years of Japanese colonial rule, so many longed to return to the motherland, he said.

\n

So when the Chinese Kuomintang government came to take over Taiwan from the Japanese colonial power, Taiwan people welcomed them with great excitement, Wu said.

\n

"Men, women, young and old, all dressed nicely to greet their compatriots from the motherland."

\n

Liu Xiangping, head of the Institute of Taiwan Studies at Nanjing University, said, "The victory in the war and Taiwan's restoration to China powerfully safeguarded our sovereignty and territorial integrity, putting an end to a humiliating history of enslavement by foreign aggressors."

\n

He said that the Taiwan question arose from the past decline and turmoil of the Chinese nation, and looking at it from today's perspective, the strength of the Chinese nation is the strongest guarantee for safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

\n

Taiwan compatriots were an important part of the war of resistance against Japanese aggression, and Taiwan's restoration was a crucial outcome of the victory of the war, Liu said, adding that "Forgetting history is a betrayal".

\n

Betraying historical facts

\n

In August, the Taiwan authorities said they had banned government officials from attending September's military parade in Beijing to mark the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, along with former senior "defense, intelligence and diplomatic" officials. The penalties for violating this ban include the revocation of pensions, a move that has stirred criticism across the Taiwan Strait.

\n

Critics have also condemned Taiwan's leader, Lai Ching-te, for not organizing events to commemorate the victory, accusing Lai of propagating an erroneous view of World War II history by beautifying Japan's colonial past in Taiwan and ignoring the sacrifices made by the Chinese people.

\n

Former Taiwan leader Ma Yingjeou expressed anger and disappointment, saying that Lai's description of the war's victory as merely "the end of World War II" in a post on his Facebook page on Friday downplayed Japan's wartime atrocities.

\n

Lai, who pandered to Japan and forgot the humiliation and sacrifices of the Chinese people, is unfit for leadership in Taiwan, Ma said, adding that "historical truths such as the brutal invasion by Japan and the countless sacrifices made by the Chinese should not be erased or distorted".

\n

He urged Lai to remember those who sacrificed their lives resisting Japanese invaders, including Taiwan people who died during Japan's colonial rule, and warned that without this acknowledgment, Lai's talk of "Taiwan values" would be seen as mere political maneuvering devoid of genuine concern for the people.

\n

Zhu Fenglian, spokeswoman for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, condemned Lai for a complete abandonment of the national stance and the deliberate disregard for the historical facts of the war.

\n

She said that Lai's rhetoric in his Facebook post supported a false narrative of "democracy versus authoritarianism" and promotes separatist "Taiwan independence" ideology, which ultimately aims to achieve "independence" through military means and foreign support.

\n

Zhu warned Lai that any attempt to distort this history would be in vain, any actions challenging the post-war international order would be self-defeating, and any schemes to divide the nation were delusional.

\n

She expressed hope that compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait would remember history, honor the martyrs, uphold national righteousness, safeguard the fruits of victory and firmly oppose "Taiwan independence" and external interference.

\n

Sung Ping-chung, executive deputy chief editor of Taiwan's Meihua Media News, said some politicians in Taiwan blindly idolize Japan because they were deliberately covering up the war crimes Japanese invaders committed during the time they colonized Taiwan.

\n

This year marks the 110th anniversary of the 1915 Tapani Massacre, where in the Yujing district of the city of Tainan, the Japanese invaders killed people from 8 to 80 years old.

\n

"Why is no one talking about this at all? This is a terrible situation," Sung said.

\n

"We just need to make sure everyone knows about it, and people can then form their own opinion. I don't believe anyone could visit this museum and not feel moved," he said after visiting the Battle of Changde Memorial Museum in Hunan province earlier this month.

\n

zhangyi1@chinadaily.com.cn

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Q: Why is the claim that \"a Taiwan emergency is a Japanese emergency\" a false narrative?

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A: This year marks the 80th anniversary of the recovery of Taiwan. Japan undeniably bears historical responsibilities on the Taiwan question. The Cairo Declaration issued by China, the United States and the United Kingdom in 1943 states in explicit terms that Taiwan is a territory that Japan had stolen from the Chinese, and shall be restored to China.

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Article 8 of the Potsdam Proclamation, jointly issued by China, the US, the UK and the Soviet Union in 1945, stipulates that the terms of the Cairo Declaration shall be carried out. On Aug 15, 1945, Japan accepted the Potsdam Proclamation and announced unconditional surrender. Later in 1972, Japan pledged in the China-Japan Joint Statement that it firmly maintains its position under Article 8 of the Potsdam Proclamation.

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The Treaty of Peace and Friendship Between China and Japan, signed in 1978, clearly states that the principles set out in the statement should be strictly observed. The treaty was deliberated and approved by the legislators of the two countries, and together with the China-Japan Joint Statement, constitutes a legally binding documents that provide guidance for bilateral ties.

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The above-mentioned historical evidence and legal basis fully show that abiding by the one-China principle is a serious political commitment and obligation under international law that Japan must follow.

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The false narrative, including "a Taiwan emergency is a Japanese emergency", will gravely erode the political foundation of China-Japan relations.

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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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Q: Why is the claim that \"a Taiwan emergency is a Japanese emergency\" a false narrative?

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A: This year marks the 80th anniversary of the recovery of Taiwan. Japan undeniably bears historical responsibilities on the Taiwan question. The Cairo Declaration issued by China, the United States and the United Kingdom in 1943 states in explicit terms that Taiwan is a territory that Japan had stolen from the Chinese, and shall be restored to China.

\n

Article 8 of the Potsdam Proclamation, jointly issued by China, the US, the UK and the Soviet Union in 1945, stipulates that the terms of the Cairo Declaration shall be carried out. On Aug 15, 1945, Japan accepted the Potsdam Proclamation and announced unconditional surrender. Later in 1972, Japan pledged in the China-Japan Joint Statement that it firmly maintains its position under Article 8 of the Potsdam Proclamation.

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The Treaty of Peace and Friendship Between China and Japan, signed in 1978, clearly states that the principles set out in the statement should be strictly observed. The treaty was deliberated and approved by the legislators of the two countries, and together with the China-Japan Joint Statement, constitutes a legally binding documents that provide guidance for bilateral ties.

\n

The above-mentioned historical evidence and legal basis fully show that abiding by the one-China principle is a serious political commitment and obligation under international law that Japan must follow.

\n

The false narrative, including "a Taiwan emergency is a Japanese emergency", will gravely erode the political foundation of China-Japan relations.

\n

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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Chai Hsuan (second from left) shares her joy after meeting relatives from Henan province during a cross-Strait exchange event in Fuzhou, Fujian province.

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Chai Hsuan, a former television host from Taiwan, fulfilled the wish of her late grandfather, who had fought the invading Japanese over 80 years ago and never returned to his hometown, by reuniting with their long-lost family in Henan province earlier this year.

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Chai's grandfather had left Henan as a young man to study in Beijing. Later, he joined the military and fought in the Battle of Taierzhuang in 1938, which marked the first major Chinese victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression (1931-45). After the war, he went to Taiwan with the Chinese Kuomintang around 1949 and never had the chance to return to the Chinese mainland.

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His deep longing for his hometown on the Chinese mainland became a shared memory within the family. "As a child, I heard many stories about Henan from my grandfather and was told that we are Chinese people," recalled Chai, who was born in Taiwan.

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On his deathbed, unable to speak due to his condition, Chai's grandfather held her hand and shed tears, as if trying to convey unspoken words. "I interpreted those tears as a sign of his regret for not returning to Henan, so I decided to fulfill his wish," Chai said.

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In her spare time, Chai delved into family genealogy and pieced together her grandfather's longing through his poetry, which often expressed nostalgia for peonies and the Yellow River in Henan.

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In April, Chai and her father set off on a journey to Mengzhou, Henan, where they visited their ancestral home.

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"I was surprised to find the century-old house where my great-grandmother and grandfather lived still standing. From the old well to the clay stove, every brick and tile told me this is our home," the granddaughter said.

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Returning home was her grandfather's dying wish. As she set foot on the ancestral land, Chai's emotions swelled. "Grandfather, we've come back for you," she said.

\n

They also found her grandfather's long-lost son in Henan.

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"My uncle and my father, in their seventies or eighties, met for the first time in their lives. The two brothers embraced each other and wept. At that moment, I felt our family had finally become complete," Chai said.

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After paying respects at the ancestral home, she wrote the word "home" on the yellow earth. "At that moment, we finally felt rooted," she said. They collected water from the Yellow River, which is regarded as China's mother river, to bring back for ancestral rites.

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Although the distance from Taipei to Zhengzhou, the capital city of Henan, is 1,313 kilometers, it took three generations of the Chai family to make the journey, Chai said.

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This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the war against Japanese aggression. While visiting Taierzhuang in Shandong, where her grandfather had fought valiantly, Chai and her father donated the late soldier's writings about the war to the Taierzhuang Battle Memorial Hall.

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Chai said she hoped her family's story will help more people understand that people across the Taiwan Strait are one family.

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However, she was misrepresented by some media outlets with separatist views in Taiwan because of her trip to the mainland to trace her roots.

\n

In August, Chai left her position as a host at Taiwan's TVBS and announced on her social media account that she would continue to produce programs about cross-Strait exchanges as an independent blogger.

\n

Recently, she attended a cross-Strait exchange event in Fuzhou, Fujian province, sharing her journey of reconnecting with her roots. During the event, she reunited with her relatives from Henan.

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Her cousin brought her some baked earth from their hometown, which represents the traces of life left by their ancestors and symbolizes the foundation of their family. They hope she will take it back to Taiwan and establish the family's roots there.

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Chai Hsuan (second from left) shares her joy after meeting relatives from Henan province during a cross-Strait exchange event in Fuzhou, Fujian province.

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Chai Hsuan, a former television host from Taiwan, fulfilled the wish of her late grandfather, who had fought the invading Japanese over 80 years ago and never returned to his hometown, by reuniting with their long-lost family in Henan province earlier this year.

\n

Chai's grandfather had left Henan as a young man to study in Beijing. Later, he joined the military and fought in the Battle of Taierzhuang in 1938, which marked the first major Chinese victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression (1931-45). After the war, he went to Taiwan with the Chinese Kuomintang around 1949 and never had the chance to return to the Chinese mainland.

\n

His deep longing for his hometown on the Chinese mainland became a shared memory within the family. "As a child, I heard many stories about Henan from my grandfather and was told that we are Chinese people," recalled Chai, who was born in Taiwan.

\n

On his deathbed, unable to speak due to his condition, Chai's grandfather held her hand and shed tears, as if trying to convey unspoken words. "I interpreted those tears as a sign of his regret for not returning to Henan, so I decided to fulfill his wish," Chai said.

\n

In her spare time, Chai delved into family genealogy and pieced together her grandfather's longing through his poetry, which often expressed nostalgia for peonies and the Yellow River in Henan.

\n

In April, Chai and her father set off on a journey to Mengzhou, Henan, where they visited their ancestral home.

\n

"I was surprised to find the century-old house where my great-grandmother and grandfather lived still standing. From the old well to the clay stove, every brick and tile told me this is our home," the granddaughter said.

\n

Returning home was her grandfather's dying wish. As she set foot on the ancestral land, Chai's emotions swelled. "Grandfather, we've come back for you," she said.

\n

They also found her grandfather's long-lost son in Henan.

\n

"My uncle and my father, in their seventies or eighties, met for the first time in their lives. The two brothers embraced each other and wept. At that moment, I felt our family had finally become complete," Chai said.

\n

After paying respects at the ancestral home, she wrote the word "home" on the yellow earth. "At that moment, we finally felt rooted," she said. They collected water from the Yellow River, which is regarded as China's mother river, to bring back for ancestral rites.

\n

Although the distance from Taipei to Zhengzhou, the capital city of Henan, is 1,313 kilometers, it took three generations of the Chai family to make the journey, Chai said.

\n

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the war against Japanese aggression. While visiting Taierzhuang in Shandong, where her grandfather had fought valiantly, Chai and her father donated the late soldier's writings about the war to the Taierzhuang Battle Memorial Hall.

\n

Chai said she hoped her family's story will help more people understand that people across the Taiwan Strait are one family.

\n

However, she was misrepresented by some media outlets with separatist views in Taiwan because of her trip to the mainland to trace her roots.

\n

In August, Chai left her position as a host at Taiwan's TVBS and announced on her social media account that she would continue to produce programs about cross-Strait exchanges as an independent blogger.

\n

Recently, she attended a cross-Strait exchange event in Fuzhou, Fujian province, sharing her journey of reconnecting with her roots. During the event, she reunited with her relatives from Henan.

\n

Her cousin brought her some baked earth from their hometown, which represents the traces of life left by their ancestors and symbolizes the foundation of their family. They hope she will take it back to Taiwan and establish the family's roots there.

\n

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United States singer Mickey Guyton performs in the Chinese singing competition Singer 2025 in Changsha, Hunan province.

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The finalists of the competition pose for a group photo.

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International participants gave a thumbs-up to the popular Chinese singing competition Singer 2025, saying that the program offered opportunities for cross-border cultural interactions and confirmed the artistic consensus that "music knows no borders".

\n

Well-known country music singer Mickey Guyton from the United States won second place in the live final of the show with her Better Than You Left Me earlier this month, which was hosted by Hunan TV and Mango TV in Changsha, Hunan province. Chinese male singer Chen Chusheng was crowned the show's champion.

\n

Guyton was among the international finalists who outnumbered their Chinese rivals for the first time in the TV program, winning over the audience with her unique country style and emotional singing.

\n

"I was just so excited and felt so much love from the audience," she said, adding that the experience was life-changing as it allowed her to see all the different styles of music, providing new angles for her future creations.

\n

In her view, US music is more rhythm-driven, while Chinese music is more emotion-driven. She described the latter as a "winding river", with poetic lyrics, delicate rises and falls, and a graceful flow, whereas the former resembles a "roaring ocean", sometimes erupting with sudden waves.

\n

She detected hints of 1990s American country music in certain Chinese songs, suggesting there might be "unrecognized common ground" between the two. Fascinated by the rich theatricality and instrumental elements in Chinese music, she expressed a desire to incorporate them into her own work, such as performing a song in Chinese, despite acknowledging it as a "considerable challenge".

\n

Guyton views music as a powerful bridge that transcends genres and unites people. She believes that it's the singers' duty to step out of their comfort zones, respect and learn from different cultures, and promote mutual understanding.

\n

A first-time visitor to China with her family, Guyton tried Chinese snacks, traditional attire and learned about silver ornament forging and brocade weaving in a trip to Huaihua, in Hunan, organized by the show producers.

\n

"I think the people here are so lovely and kind in the way they treat children and take care of their elderly. And I think that is probably one of the most beautiful parts of Chinese culture," she said.

\n

Her positive attitude and willingness to embrace new experiences have made her a beloved figure among Chinese audiences. After participating in Singer 2025, Guyton's fans on Chinese social media platforms Weibo, Xiaohongshu and Douyin grew more than 100,000. Moving forward, Guyton said she hopes to hold concerts in China and collaborate with Chinese musicians.

\n

Since its May 16 debut, the show aired live on Fridays, featuring accomplished singers competing against one another. The audience and online voters decide the results, and the least popular performers may be eliminated to give new contenders a chance.

\n

Grace Kinstler, also from the US, who ranked sixth in the final, said the show was better than she imagined.

\n

"Coming from the other side of the world to a completely new place, I think it exceeded what I anticipated — whether in how warmly everyone welcomed me, the audience's response to my performances, or the chance to deeply understand other singers' cultures and how those influences shape their music. It's been truly magical," she said.

\n

She said the show doesn't just highlight Chinese music. Instead, it honors music from all over the world. "I really don't think there's another program quite like it. It's special, and it's brilliant," she added.

\n

In her view, music is one of the few universal languages that connects all of humanity — no matter who you are or where you're from, it bridges divides. She said even though she couldn't speak the same language as many of the singers there, she still felt deeply connected to them through music.

\n

Malaysian singer Jess Lee, who won fourth place at the final, said she grew up in a country with multiple cultures, where she listened to songs in different languages, styles and instruments. And she felt honored to be able to bring Malaysian folk songs to Chinese audiences and boost bilateral exchanges. Her teacher learned music in China, and she herself was inspired by visiting different scenic spots in China, such as Lijiang and Shangri-La in Yunnan province, which she had "never seen before".

\n

"I've seen these landscapes, walked these paths, met different people, and experienced diverse cultures — all of which have shaped my musical foundation. Now, when I stand on this stage, I do so with extraordinary confidence," she said.

\n

The popular program has gained recognition for bringing global artists to Chinese audiences, helping them expand their fan base. This season's impressive international roster included, apart from the finalists, guest performers such as Canada's Michael Buble, Brazil's Alexia Evellyn and the US' Charlie Puth and Jordan Smith.

\n

The viewership of Singer 2025 exceeded 3.5 billion, with 162 million interactions from audiences, data from producers showed.

\n

Zhang Danyang, a producer of the show, said almost every year international singers are invited to the program, to enable audiences to see diverse music. "It has not only showcased the top-tier talent from the world's leading hubs of pop music but also introduced Chinese artists and culture to global audiences," Zhang said.

\n

"We firmly believe that music transcends borders and breaks language barriers. The performances in the show and the camaraderie among singers from different countries naturally become stepping stones for cross-cultural dialogue," she said.

\n

Contact the writers at chenmeiling@chinadaily.com.cn

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United States singer Mickey Guyton performs in the Chinese singing competition Singer 2025 in Changsha, Hunan province.

\n

The finalists of the competition pose for a group photo.

\n

International participants gave a thumbs-up to the popular Chinese singing competition Singer 2025, saying that the program offered opportunities for cross-border cultural interactions and confirmed the artistic consensus that "music knows no borders".

\n

Well-known country music singer Mickey Guyton from the United States won second place in the live final of the show with her Better Than You Left Me earlier this month, which was hosted by Hunan TV and Mango TV in Changsha, Hunan province. Chinese male singer Chen Chusheng was crowned the show's champion.

\n

Guyton was among the international finalists who outnumbered their Chinese rivals for the first time in the TV program, winning over the audience with her unique country style and emotional singing.

\n

"I was just so excited and felt so much love from the audience," she said, adding that the experience was life-changing as it allowed her to see all the different styles of music, providing new angles for her future creations.

\n

In her view, US music is more rhythm-driven, while Chinese music is more emotion-driven. She described the latter as a "winding river", with poetic lyrics, delicate rises and falls, and a graceful flow, whereas the former resembles a "roaring ocean", sometimes erupting with sudden waves.

\n

She detected hints of 1990s American country music in certain Chinese songs, suggesting there might be "unrecognized common ground" between the two. Fascinated by the rich theatricality and instrumental elements in Chinese music, she expressed a desire to incorporate them into her own work, such as performing a song in Chinese, despite acknowledging it as a "considerable challenge".

\n

Guyton views music as a powerful bridge that transcends genres and unites people. She believes that it's the singers' duty to step out of their comfort zones, respect and learn from different cultures, and promote mutual understanding.

\n

A first-time visitor to China with her family, Guyton tried Chinese snacks, traditional attire and learned about silver ornament forging and brocade weaving in a trip to Huaihua, in Hunan, organized by the show producers.

\n

"I think the people here are so lovely and kind in the way they treat children and take care of their elderly. And I think that is probably one of the most beautiful parts of Chinese culture," she said.

\n

Her positive attitude and willingness to embrace new experiences have made her a beloved figure among Chinese audiences. After participating in Singer 2025, Guyton's fans on Chinese social media platforms Weibo, Xiaohongshu and Douyin grew more than 100,000. Moving forward, Guyton said she hopes to hold concerts in China and collaborate with Chinese musicians.

\n

Since its May 16 debut, the show aired live on Fridays, featuring accomplished singers competing against one another. The audience and online voters decide the results, and the least popular performers may be eliminated to give new contenders a chance.

\n

Grace Kinstler, also from the US, who ranked sixth in the final, said the show was better than she imagined.

\n

"Coming from the other side of the world to a completely new place, I think it exceeded what I anticipated — whether in how warmly everyone welcomed me, the audience's response to my performances, or the chance to deeply understand other singers' cultures and how those influences shape their music. It's been truly magical," she said.

\n

She said the show doesn't just highlight Chinese music. Instead, it honors music from all over the world. "I really don't think there's another program quite like it. It's special, and it's brilliant," she added.

\n

In her view, music is one of the few universal languages that connects all of humanity — no matter who you are or where you're from, it bridges divides. She said even though she couldn't speak the same language as many of the singers there, she still felt deeply connected to them through music.

\n

Malaysian singer Jess Lee, who won fourth place at the final, said she grew up in a country with multiple cultures, where she listened to songs in different languages, styles and instruments. And she felt honored to be able to bring Malaysian folk songs to Chinese audiences and boost bilateral exchanges. Her teacher learned music in China, and she herself was inspired by visiting different scenic spots in China, such as Lijiang and Shangri-La in Yunnan province, which she had "never seen before".

\n

"I've seen these landscapes, walked these paths, met different people, and experienced diverse cultures — all of which have shaped my musical foundation. Now, when I stand on this stage, I do so with extraordinary confidence," she said.

\n

The popular program has gained recognition for bringing global artists to Chinese audiences, helping them expand their fan base. This season's impressive international roster included, apart from the finalists, guest performers such as Canada's Michael Buble, Brazil's Alexia Evellyn and the US' Charlie Puth and Jordan Smith.

\n

The viewership of Singer 2025 exceeded 3.5 billion, with 162 million interactions from audiences, data from producers showed.

\n

Zhang Danyang, a producer of the show, said almost every year international singers are invited to the program, to enable audiences to see diverse music. "It has not only showcased the top-tier talent from the world's leading hubs of pop music but also introduced Chinese artists and culture to global audiences," Zhang said.

\n

"We firmly believe that music transcends borders and breaks language barriers. The performances in the show and the camaraderie among singers from different countries naturally become stepping stones for cross-cultural dialogue," she said.

\n

Contact the writers at chenmeiling@chinadaily.com.cn

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The consensus between China and India on maintaining the momentum of bilateral ties, reached during Foreign Minister Wang Yi's ongoing visit to New Delhi, is the latest manifestation of the two neighbors' efforts to deepen trust.

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Both sides have been working to implement the consensus reached by leaders of the two countries when they met in Kazan, Russia, on the sidelines of last year's BRICS Summit. As a result, the two countries have gradually resumed exchanges and dialogue at all levels, and taken a number of concrete steps to ease tensions in their ties. India has resumed issuing tourist visas to Chinese citizens from July 24, after suspending doing so for five years, a beneficial move for easing cross-border travel and facilitating people-to-people exchanges.

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Of course, much of the global attention on Beijing and New Delhi's rapprochement efforts is now focusing on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to China from Aug 31 to Sept 1 to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin. It is through the prism of this that Wang's trip to India is being widely perceived as facilitatory preparation for Modi's visit.

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To some extent, the push for reconciliation by Beijing and New Delhi is meaningful for the two countries to better navigate today's changing world dynamics, in particular, the rampant unilateral bullying practices of the United States and its severe challenges to free trade and the international order.

\n

With the US administration waging a fierce tariff war against the rest of the world, New Delhi has been forced to recognize the hard truth that even cozying up to Washington has not spared it from the US' tariff bullying. And with New Delhi at loggerheads with the US administration because of its refusal to halt its purchases of Russian oil, New Delhi is realizing the importance of strategic autonomy and seeking to improve ties with Beijing in a bid to gain strategic leeway and policy flexibility.

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As Wang rightfully pointed out in his meeting with his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Monday, as this year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and India, appropriate lessons should be learned from the past, and the two sides should have correct perceptions of each other. Rather than regarding China as a rival or threat, Wang urged New Delhi to view it as a partner and China's pursuit of high-quality development as an opportunity. He called on both sides to invest their valuable resources in development and rejuvenation.

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China is committed to the principles of amity, sincerity, mutual benefit and inclusiveness in its relations with other countries, including India.

\n

It especially hopes that neighboring countries, including India, will join hands with it to build a peaceful, secure, prosperous, beautiful and friendly Asia-Pacific. The positive momentum that has been fostered should now be harnessed to forge more reciprocal cooperation between the two neighbors.

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To that end, New Delhi should meet Beijing halfway, continue to remove barriers, do more to facilitate bilateral cooperation in trade and investment so as to bring real benefits to the two peoples and inject more certainty and stability into the dynamics of Asia and the world at large.

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As the two largest developing countries, the healthy and stable development of bilateral relations between India and China is bound to promote regional peace and stability, which is conducive to the formation of greater economic development momentum and the realization of more resilient supply chains. Modi's participation in the SCO Summit provides an opportunity for the two neighbors to further stabilize relations to realize harmony between "the elephant and the dragon". By complementing and reinforcing each other's development, China and India can inject fresh vitality into regional development, contribute to the realization of a more multipolar and democratic international order, and bring greater prosperity to Asia and beyond.

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The consensus between China and India on maintaining the momentum of bilateral ties, reached during Foreign Minister Wang Yi's ongoing visit to New Delhi, is the latest manifestation of the two neighbors' efforts to deepen trust.

\n

Both sides have been working to implement the consensus reached by leaders of the two countries when they met in Kazan, Russia, on the sidelines of last year's BRICS Summit. As a result, the two countries have gradually resumed exchanges and dialogue at all levels, and taken a number of concrete steps to ease tensions in their ties. India has resumed issuing tourist visas to Chinese citizens from July 24, after suspending doing so for five years, a beneficial move for easing cross-border travel and facilitating people-to-people exchanges.

\n

Of course, much of the global attention on Beijing and New Delhi's rapprochement efforts is now focusing on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to China from Aug 31 to Sept 1 to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin. It is through the prism of this that Wang's trip to India is being widely perceived as facilitatory preparation for Modi's visit.

\n

To some extent, the push for reconciliation by Beijing and New Delhi is meaningful for the two countries to better navigate today's changing world dynamics, in particular, the rampant unilateral bullying practices of the United States and its severe challenges to free trade and the international order.

\n

With the US administration waging a fierce tariff war against the rest of the world, New Delhi has been forced to recognize the hard truth that even cozying up to Washington has not spared it from the US' tariff bullying. And with New Delhi at loggerheads with the US administration because of its refusal to halt its purchases of Russian oil, New Delhi is realizing the importance of strategic autonomy and seeking to improve ties with Beijing in a bid to gain strategic leeway and policy flexibility.

\n

As Wang rightfully pointed out in his meeting with his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Monday, as this year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and India, appropriate lessons should be learned from the past, and the two sides should have correct perceptions of each other. Rather than regarding China as a rival or threat, Wang urged New Delhi to view it as a partner and China's pursuit of high-quality development as an opportunity. He called on both sides to invest their valuable resources in development and rejuvenation.

\n

China is committed to the principles of amity, sincerity, mutual benefit and inclusiveness in its relations with other countries, including India.

\n

It especially hopes that neighboring countries, including India, will join hands with it to build a peaceful, secure, prosperous, beautiful and friendly Asia-Pacific. The positive momentum that has been fostered should now be harnessed to forge more reciprocal cooperation between the two neighbors.

\n

To that end, New Delhi should meet Beijing halfway, continue to remove barriers, do more to facilitate bilateral cooperation in trade and investment so as to bring real benefits to the two peoples and inject more certainty and stability into the dynamics of Asia and the world at large.

\n

As the two largest developing countries, the healthy and stable development of bilateral relations between India and China is bound to promote regional peace and stability, which is conducive to the formation of greater economic development momentum and the realization of more resilient supply chains. Modi's participation in the SCO Summit provides an opportunity for the two neighbors to further stabilize relations to realize harmony between "the elephant and the dragon". By complementing and reinforcing each other's development, China and India can inject fresh vitality into regional development, contribute to the realization of a more multipolar and democratic international order, and bring greater prosperity to Asia and beyond.

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Although the secessionist-minded Lai Ching-te authorities of Taiwan try and portray themselves as "democratic", what they have been doing has been anything but.

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Apart from muffling voices that differ from theirs in the island's society, purging elements that they baselessly label as colluding with "external hostile forces" and arbitrarily attacking opposition parties, the Democratic Progressive Party authorities led by Lai also seek to distort history to serve their "pro-independence" and de-Sinicization agenda.

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They seem convinced that "Who controls the past controls the future: who controls the present controls the past". But their tricks are easily discernible as they have to call white black, creating historical crevices that are too wide to fill with lies.

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The Lai authorities have recently claimed that after World War II, the Treaty of San Francisco took the place of political statements, such as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation, adding that the Treaty did not hand over Taiwan to the People's Republic of China.

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Such arguments are falsehoods concocted by the DPP authorities long before Lai took office. They disregard historical facts and contradict international legal principles. Such attempts to exploit the Treaty to distort the truth to support "Taiwan independence" are utterly groundless.

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The Treaty was signed in 1951 under the manipulation of the United States with no Chinese representative involved, including in the preceding negotiations. The Treaty is not legally binding on China, and the DPP authorities' attempt to use it as a "legal proof" to support their "pro-independence" claims for Taiwan has no legitimacy in international law.

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The Treaty they quoted contravenes the provisions of the Declaration by United Nations signed by 26 countries — including China, the US, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union — in 1942, and goes against the fundamental principles of the UN Charter and international law.

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Anything set out in the document, including the sovereignty over Taiwan or the handling of the territory and sovereign rights of China as a nonsignatory, is thus entirely illegal, null and void.

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A series of international instruments, including the Cairo Declaration, the Potsdam Proclamation and the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, clearly define China's sovereignty over Taiwan, declaring it to be a part of China, which is a solid fact rooted in history and the law beyond any doubt. These instruments constitute the unchallengeable outcome of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War and an important part of the postwar international order.

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On Oct 1, 1949, the PRC was founded, and the Central People's Government became the sole legal government representing the whole of China. The change of government took place while China remained unchanged as a subject of international law. China's sovereignty and inherent territory did not change.

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As a natural result, the government of the PRC fully enjoys and exercises China's sovereignty, including sovereignty over Taiwan. The so-called Treaty of San Francisco is an illegal and invalid instrument issued by some countries gathered by the US years after the end of WWII to separately make peace with Japan excluding the PRC and despite the Soviet Union's objection.

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The Lai authorities have chosen to be blind to these facts. Last week they also tried to use "the end of war" rhetoric to whitewash Japan's unconditional surrender at the 80th anniversary of that event.

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The Lai authorities have disregarded the outcomes of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and deliberately distorted the history of WWII. This is simply contemptible.

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The fact-distorting and misleading rhetoric related to the Treaty once again lays bare the nefarious separatist nature of the Lai authorities.

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A poll released by the island's TVBS News last week shows that only 28 percent of respondents are satisfied with Lai's governance of the region, while 55 percent are dissatisfied, marking a record low in Lai's approval ratings since he took office in May last year.

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That should serve as an acute reminder that the Taiwan residents are not that easily hoodwinked by Lai's "pro-independence" endeavors. Refusing to seek truth from facts, the Lai authorities' latest WWII-related lie-telling campaign indicates they have chosen to turn a deaf ear to the people's call. In doing so, they have to tell more lies to cover up the previous one resulting in their "democracy" model being downgraded to a doomed Orwellian fable.

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No matter what the Lai authorities say or do, it cannot alter the fact that Taiwan is part of China — an undeniable truth that is supported by both history and international law. Nor can they change the prevailing international commitment to the one-China principle, still less change the course of China's reunification.

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Although the secessionist-minded Lai Ching-te authorities of Taiwan try and portray themselves as "democratic", what they have been doing has been anything but.

\n

Apart from muffling voices that differ from theirs in the island's society, purging elements that they baselessly label as colluding with "external hostile forces" and arbitrarily attacking opposition parties, the Democratic Progressive Party authorities led by Lai also seek to distort history to serve their "pro-independence" and de-Sinicization agenda.

\n

They seem convinced that "Who controls the past controls the future: who controls the present controls the past". But their tricks are easily discernible as they have to call white black, creating historical crevices that are too wide to fill with lies.

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The Lai authorities have recently claimed that after World War II, the Treaty of San Francisco took the place of political statements, such as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation, adding that the Treaty did not hand over Taiwan to the People's Republic of China.

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Such arguments are falsehoods concocted by the DPP authorities long before Lai took office. They disregard historical facts and contradict international legal principles. Such attempts to exploit the Treaty to distort the truth to support "Taiwan independence" are utterly groundless.

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The Treaty was signed in 1951 under the manipulation of the United States with no Chinese representative involved, including in the preceding negotiations. The Treaty is not legally binding on China, and the DPP authorities' attempt to use it as a "legal proof" to support their "pro-independence" claims for Taiwan has no legitimacy in international law.

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The Treaty they quoted contravenes the provisions of the Declaration by United Nations signed by 26 countries — including China, the US, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union — in 1942, and goes against the fundamental principles of the UN Charter and international law.

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Anything set out in the document, including the sovereignty over Taiwan or the handling of the territory and sovereign rights of China as a nonsignatory, is thus entirely illegal, null and void.

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A series of international instruments, including the Cairo Declaration, the Potsdam Proclamation and the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, clearly define China's sovereignty over Taiwan, declaring it to be a part of China, which is a solid fact rooted in history and the law beyond any doubt. These instruments constitute the unchallengeable outcome of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War and an important part of the postwar international order.

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On Oct 1, 1949, the PRC was founded, and the Central People's Government became the sole legal government representing the whole of China. The change of government took place while China remained unchanged as a subject of international law. China's sovereignty and inherent territory did not change.

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As a natural result, the government of the PRC fully enjoys and exercises China's sovereignty, including sovereignty over Taiwan. The so-called Treaty of San Francisco is an illegal and invalid instrument issued by some countries gathered by the US years after the end of WWII to separately make peace with Japan excluding the PRC and despite the Soviet Union's objection.

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The Lai authorities have chosen to be blind to these facts. Last week they also tried to use "the end of war" rhetoric to whitewash Japan's unconditional surrender at the 80th anniversary of that event.

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The Lai authorities have disregarded the outcomes of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and deliberately distorted the history of WWII. This is simply contemptible.

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The fact-distorting and misleading rhetoric related to the Treaty once again lays bare the nefarious separatist nature of the Lai authorities.

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A poll released by the island's TVBS News last week shows that only 28 percent of respondents are satisfied with Lai's governance of the region, while 55 percent are dissatisfied, marking a record low in Lai's approval ratings since he took office in May last year.

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That should serve as an acute reminder that the Taiwan residents are not that easily hoodwinked by Lai's "pro-independence" endeavors. Refusing to seek truth from facts, the Lai authorities' latest WWII-related lie-telling campaign indicates they have chosen to turn a deaf ear to the people's call. In doing so, they have to tell more lies to cover up the previous one resulting in their "democracy" model being downgraded to a doomed Orwellian fable.

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No matter what the Lai authorities say or do, it cannot alter the fact that Taiwan is part of China — an undeniable truth that is supported by both history and international law. Nor can they change the prevailing international commitment to the one-China principle, still less change the course of China's reunification.

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Although everyone seemed to keep the mood delicately cordial during the marathon meetings at the White House on Monday to keep the focus on the collective goal of ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the disagreement between the United States and its European allies on how the goal should be realized remains.

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NATO chief Mark Rutte told Fox News that potential swaps of Ukrainian territory were not discussed. Yet, the issue was believed to be a focus of the discussions. An image posted by a senior White House official on Monday showed US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky standing in front of a map of Ukraine showing the areas occupied by Russian forces.

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Trump has said it was up to Ukraine to determine the issue of potential territorial concessions as part of any peace deal, although he has at times indicated the need for "land swaps".

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That the US president announced he is arranging a trilateral meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin, Zelensky and himself implies that Ukraine and the European countries might have been pressured to soften their stance on territory, as well as a ceasefire that they once took as a requisite for any talks.

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An indication of that came when Zelensky told the media "I hope that we will find decisions and what is very important that all the sensitive things, territorial, etc, we will discuss on the level of leaders during trilateral meeting". Previously, he had stressed that territory is nonnegotiable.

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"I can't imagine that the next meeting would take place without a ceasefire," German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said during a roundtable discussion. But the US president said it was not a prerequisite. "We're going to let the president go over and talk to the president, and we'll see how that works out," Trump responded to Merz. "In the six wars that I've settled, I haven't had a ceasefire. We just got into negotiations."

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That a trilateral meeting was being arranged after agreeing to include the territorial issue in future discussions indicates that both Ukraine and its European allies accept that a ceasefire is no longer a requisite for negotiations.

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Although he said "The idea of trilateral meeting is very important, because this is the only way to fix it", French President Emmanuel Macron stressed that another summit should not only feature the three presidents — Zelensky, Putin and Trump — but also top European leaders, indicating the European countries' disenchantment at being excluded from the table. But that seems to be where the US-brokered peace process leads to.

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The main concrete result from Monday's meetings is Washington's promise to give Ukraine "NATO Article 5-like protection" as a security guarantee to bring an end to the conflict. US special envoy Steve Witkoff said on Sunday that Moscow has agreed to this arrangement.

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North Atlantic Treaty Organization's Article 5 says that "if a NATO Ally is the victim of an armed attack, each and every other member of the Alliance will consider this act of violence as an armed attack against all members and will take the actions it deems necessary to assist the Ally attacked".

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Ukraine has also said it wants any peace deal to include guarantees that Russia will never launch such a "special military operation" in the future.

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In other words, following the loss of lives, land and mineral resources, what Ukraine, with the full support of its European allies, will probably secure at last is the "security guarantees" of Washington and Moscow.

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While the path to resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict remains complex and filled with disagreements, it is clear that dialogue and negotiation offer the most viable route forward. Talking — even when difficult — is far preferable to confrontation.

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Although everyone seemed to keep the mood delicately cordial during the marathon meetings at the White House on Monday to keep the focus on the collective goal of ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the disagreement between the United States and its European allies on how the goal should be realized remains.

\n

NATO chief Mark Rutte told Fox News that potential swaps of Ukrainian territory were not discussed. Yet, the issue was believed to be a focus of the discussions. An image posted by a senior White House official on Monday showed US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky standing in front of a map of Ukraine showing the areas occupied by Russian forces.

\n

Trump has said it was up to Ukraine to determine the issue of potential territorial concessions as part of any peace deal, although he has at times indicated the need for "land swaps".

\n

That the US president announced he is arranging a trilateral meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin, Zelensky and himself implies that Ukraine and the European countries might have been pressured to soften their stance on territory, as well as a ceasefire that they once took as a requisite for any talks.

\n

An indication of that came when Zelensky told the media "I hope that we will find decisions and what is very important that all the sensitive things, territorial, etc, we will discuss on the level of leaders during trilateral meeting". Previously, he had stressed that territory is nonnegotiable.

\n

"I can't imagine that the next meeting would take place without a ceasefire," German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said during a roundtable discussion. But the US president said it was not a prerequisite. "We're going to let the president go over and talk to the president, and we'll see how that works out," Trump responded to Merz. "In the six wars that I've settled, I haven't had a ceasefire. We just got into negotiations."

\n

That a trilateral meeting was being arranged after agreeing to include the territorial issue in future discussions indicates that both Ukraine and its European allies accept that a ceasefire is no longer a requisite for negotiations.

\n

Although he said "The idea of trilateral meeting is very important, because this is the only way to fix it", French President Emmanuel Macron stressed that another summit should not only feature the three presidents — Zelensky, Putin and Trump — but also top European leaders, indicating the European countries' disenchantment at being excluded from the table. But that seems to be where the US-brokered peace process leads to.

\n

The main concrete result from Monday's meetings is Washington's promise to give Ukraine "NATO Article 5-like protection" as a security guarantee to bring an end to the conflict. US special envoy Steve Witkoff said on Sunday that Moscow has agreed to this arrangement.

\n

North Atlantic Treaty Organization's Article 5 says that "if a NATO Ally is the victim of an armed attack, each and every other member of the Alliance will consider this act of violence as an armed attack against all members and will take the actions it deems necessary to assist the Ally attacked".

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Ukraine has also said it wants any peace deal to include guarantees that Russia will never launch such a "special military operation" in the future.

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In other words, following the loss of lives, land and mineral resources, what Ukraine, with the full support of its European allies, will probably secure at last is the "security guarantees" of Washington and Moscow.

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While the path to resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict remains complex and filled with disagreements, it is clear that dialogue and negotiation offer the most viable route forward. Talking — even when difficult — is far preferable to confrontation.

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Editor's Note: Against the backdrop of global climate change, the risk of geological disasters occurring in traditionally low-risk regions has risen significantly. In an interview with ThePaper.cn, Wang Lichao, deputy director of China Institute of Geo-Environmental Monitoring, said this shift means that every region must be prepared to deal with sudden geological disasters under extreme conditions. Below are excerpts from the interview. The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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Extreme heavy rainfall has become more frequent due to global climate change, posing tremendous challenges to the prevention and control of geological disasters. The number of disasters occurring in regions and periods traditionally considered non-priority areas for prevention has increased in recent years. Rainfall remains the most significant factor inducing geological disasters, and the combined impact of rainfall and the engineering activities of humans has further increased the risk of disasters.

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Extreme climate makes it more difficult to detect hidden dangers. Heavy rainstorms or abrupt shifts between drought and flooding often trigger small-scale collapses and landslides. But the disasters are "sudden", and clear early-warning signals are not easily detected using traditional monitoring methods.

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Accordingly, China has built a monitoring and early-warning system that combines human-based prevention with technological prevention.

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Human-based prevention is a mass monitoring and prevention network, in which ordinary citizens patrol, inspect and provide macro-level phenomenon-based warnings. Currently, there are nearly 300,000 sets of monitoring equipment across the country, forming an important force in the monitoring and early-warning system.

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Technological prevention involves meteorological risk warnings and automated monitoring for geological disasters. Meteorological risk warnings are targeted at the regional scale and give forecasts for the next 72 hours, early warnings for the next 24 hours and short-term warnings for the next 6 hours and 3 hours at the city and county levels respectively. This system of prediction, forecasting and warning helps improve the spatiotemporal precision of early warnings and supports disaster preparedness and emergency response.

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China's geological disaster monitoring and early-warning system faces three main challenges. The first comes from the extreme climate change. The westward and northward shift of rain belts, along with frequent extreme rainstorms, has sharply increased the risk of disasters in areas previously considered non-priority zones.

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The second challenge is compounding and cascading disasters. In recent years, extreme rainfall and strong earthquakes have triggered complex disaster chains. For example, debris from a landslide may create a barrier and cause the flooding of a lake. The destructive power of such disaster chains multiplies, rendering traditional single-disaster, single-focus monitoring and warning methods inadequate.

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The third challenge is the limitations of equipment and technological bottlenecks. Automated monitoring devices currently being used are well-suited for landslides but may not be adequate for dangerous rock collapses and debris flows in the watershed areas. Their reliability in mountainous areas, and under extreme conditions such as rainstorms and strong earthquakes is also questionable while their ability to integrate and analyze different types of data from various sources needs improvement.

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Post-disaster reconstruction is also an important aspect of disaster management. While adhering to scientific and objective assessment principles, it must also respect local socioeconomic development levels and customs. The "integrated watershed management" model can be explored, under which resources from various departments are integrated to achieve the overall benefit of "restoring one area, benefiting one area". Reconstruction work must follow certain rules. Across-the-board relocation should be avoided, as should hasty short-term measures.

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Editor's Note: Against the backdrop of global climate change, the risk of geological disasters occurring in traditionally low-risk regions has risen significantly. In an interview with ThePaper.cn, Wang Lichao, deputy director of China Institute of Geo-Environmental Monitoring, said this shift means that every region must be prepared to deal with sudden geological disasters under extreme conditions. Below are excerpts from the interview. The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

\n

Extreme heavy rainfall has become more frequent due to global climate change, posing tremendous challenges to the prevention and control of geological disasters. The number of disasters occurring in regions and periods traditionally considered non-priority areas for prevention has increased in recent years. Rainfall remains the most significant factor inducing geological disasters, and the combined impact of rainfall and the engineering activities of humans has further increased the risk of disasters.

\n

Extreme climate makes it more difficult to detect hidden dangers. Heavy rainstorms or abrupt shifts between drought and flooding often trigger small-scale collapses and landslides. But the disasters are "sudden", and clear early-warning signals are not easily detected using traditional monitoring methods.

\n

Accordingly, China has built a monitoring and early-warning system that combines human-based prevention with technological prevention.

\n

Human-based prevention is a mass monitoring and prevention network, in which ordinary citizens patrol, inspect and provide macro-level phenomenon-based warnings. Currently, there are nearly 300,000 sets of monitoring equipment across the country, forming an important force in the monitoring and early-warning system.

\n

Technological prevention involves meteorological risk warnings and automated monitoring for geological disasters. Meteorological risk warnings are targeted at the regional scale and give forecasts for the next 72 hours, early warnings for the next 24 hours and short-term warnings for the next 6 hours and 3 hours at the city and county levels respectively. This system of prediction, forecasting and warning helps improve the spatiotemporal precision of early warnings and supports disaster preparedness and emergency response.

\n

China's geological disaster monitoring and early-warning system faces three main challenges. The first comes from the extreme climate change. The westward and northward shift of rain belts, along with frequent extreme rainstorms, has sharply increased the risk of disasters in areas previously considered non-priority zones.

\n

The second challenge is compounding and cascading disasters. In recent years, extreme rainfall and strong earthquakes have triggered complex disaster chains. For example, debris from a landslide may create a barrier and cause the flooding of a lake. The destructive power of such disaster chains multiplies, rendering traditional single-disaster, single-focus monitoring and warning methods inadequate.

\n

The third challenge is the limitations of equipment and technological bottlenecks. Automated monitoring devices currently being used are well-suited for landslides but may not be adequate for dangerous rock collapses and debris flows in the watershed areas. Their reliability in mountainous areas, and under extreme conditions such as rainstorms and strong earthquakes is also questionable while their ability to integrate and analyze different types of data from various sources needs improvement.

\n

Post-disaster reconstruction is also an important aspect of disaster management. While adhering to scientific and objective assessment principles, it must also respect local socioeconomic development levels and customs. The "integrated watershed management" model can be explored, under which resources from various departments are integrated to achieve the overall benefit of "restoring one area, benefiting one area". Reconstruction work must follow certain rules. Across-the-board relocation should be avoided, as should hasty short-term measures.

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It is both an honor and a privilege to reflect on a subject of immense historical and contemporary significance — the founding of the Xizang autonomous region and its profound impact on the region's transformation.

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In our native lexicon, Xizang has long been revered as the "neighboring realm" or the "land at the frontier". Though geographically distant — with cities like Sakya, Shigatse and Lhasa lying far beyond the Kathmandu Valley — Xizang has always occupied a cherished place in our collective consciousness as a land of mystique and cultural affinity.

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The commercial and cultural ties between Kathmandu and Xizang, particularly Lhasa, stretch back over a millennium. Generations of Newar merchants from the Kathmandu Valley sojourned in Lhasa and beyond, bringing back a rich tapestry of stories and experiences to their homeland. These narratives shaped the perceptions of Xizang among the people of Kathmandu, painting it as a land of wonder, spirituality and enduring traditions.

\n

As a young Newar growing up in Kathmandu, my earliest impressions of Xizang and its people were forged through the lyrical cadences of Newar literature and the vivid anecdotes of elders who had traded in Lhasa. To my youthful imagination, Lhasa was an enigmatic city where the divine and the mortal coexisted, shrouded in an aura of sacred mystery.

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It was not until 2008, when I first set foot in Lhasa and traversed the vast landscapes of Xizang, that I understood the region's true essence. Since then, I have returned no fewer than five times, each visit deepening my understanding of its remarkable evolution.

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For centuries, Xizang's economic progress was hindered by its formidable geography, rugged terrain and delicate ecology. Yet in recent decades the region has undergone a metamorphosis so profound that it bears little resemblance to the Lhasa of my childhood reveries. The mountains and rivers remain unchanged, but the socioeconomic landscape has completely transformed.

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How has Xizang achieved such rapid development despite its harsh natural constraints? It is clear that the founding of the Xizang autonomous region has been the cornerstone of this transformation. The decision of the Chinese central government and the Communist Party of China brought about progress where none seemed possible. Three pivotal strategies underpin this miraculous development:

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First, prioritizing social stability as the bedrock of progress.

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Xizang, though designated as an autonomous region, is home to a mosaic of ethnicities, communities and religious traditions. Even within the Tibetan majority, diverse sects and dialects coexist — some so distinct that mutual comprehension is challenging. Such diversity, while culturally enriching, also carries the potential for discord. Compounding this, external forces have persistently sought to destabilize the region.

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Recognizing these challenges, the central government has placed social stability at the heart of its governance, employing comprehensive measures to foster harmony. By ensuring that all ethnic groups thrive within the framework of unity, Xizang has become a model of peaceful coexistence.

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Second, unleashing economic development as engine of prosperity.

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Some romanticize Xizang as an unchanging sanctuary, fearing that modernization might erode its spiritual essence. Yet economic advancement does not desecrate the past. Rather it elevates the future. By alleviating the scourge of poverty, development has eradicated many historical injustices borne of deprivation.

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Given Xizang's ecological fragility and limited resources, conventional development models were untenable. That's why the central government adopted an innovative, multi-pronged approach. One, direct fiscal support from Beijing, supplemented by paired assistance from the country's most prosperous provinces and municipalities, provides resources to Xizang. Two, the strategic scaling of indigenous industries ensures that Xizang's unique commodities reach global markets. And three, sustainable eco-tourism balances growth with environmental stewardship.

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Third, reviving Tibetan culture and heritage.

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Far from being diluted by the changes in the socioeconomic landscape, Tibetan culture has flourished alongside economic progress. Ancient monasteries and temples have been meticulously restored. The freedom of religious belief is fully protected, and Tibetan Buddhism is well-preserved and passed down there. Thangka painting schools have proliferated, safeguarding this sacred art. The Epic of King Gesar, a literary treasure, has also been systematically preserved.

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The Tibetan-language scholarship thrives in academic institutions and traditional Tibetan medicine is being modernized and has gained global recognition.

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Xizang's meteoric rise from an isolated, underdeveloped frontier to a beacon of holistic progress stands as a testament to the visionary establishment of the Xizang autonomous region. Through unwavering commitment to stability, innovation-driven growth and cultural revitalization, the central government has rewritten the destiny of this once-remote land.

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It is a narrative not just of transformation, but of triumph against the odds. Indeed, it is a lesson for the world how unity, foresight and resolute governance can change a region and the lives of its people.

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The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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It is both an honor and a privilege to reflect on a subject of immense historical and contemporary significance — the founding of the Xizang autonomous region and its profound impact on the region's transformation.

\n

In our native lexicon, Xizang has long been revered as the "neighboring realm" or the "land at the frontier". Though geographically distant — with cities like Sakya, Shigatse and Lhasa lying far beyond the Kathmandu Valley — Xizang has always occupied a cherished place in our collective consciousness as a land of mystique and cultural affinity.

\n

The commercial and cultural ties between Kathmandu and Xizang, particularly Lhasa, stretch back over a millennium. Generations of Newar merchants from the Kathmandu Valley sojourned in Lhasa and beyond, bringing back a rich tapestry of stories and experiences to their homeland. These narratives shaped the perceptions of Xizang among the people of Kathmandu, painting it as a land of wonder, spirituality and enduring traditions.

\n

As a young Newar growing up in Kathmandu, my earliest impressions of Xizang and its people were forged through the lyrical cadences of Newar literature and the vivid anecdotes of elders who had traded in Lhasa. To my youthful imagination, Lhasa was an enigmatic city where the divine and the mortal coexisted, shrouded in an aura of sacred mystery.

\n

It was not until 2008, when I first set foot in Lhasa and traversed the vast landscapes of Xizang, that I understood the region's true essence. Since then, I have returned no fewer than five times, each visit deepening my understanding of its remarkable evolution.

\n

For centuries, Xizang's economic progress was hindered by its formidable geography, rugged terrain and delicate ecology. Yet in recent decades the region has undergone a metamorphosis so profound that it bears little resemblance to the Lhasa of my childhood reveries. The mountains and rivers remain unchanged, but the socioeconomic landscape has completely transformed.

\n

How has Xizang achieved such rapid development despite its harsh natural constraints? It is clear that the founding of the Xizang autonomous region has been the cornerstone of this transformation. The decision of the Chinese central government and the Communist Party of China brought about progress where none seemed possible. Three pivotal strategies underpin this miraculous development:

\n

First, prioritizing social stability as the bedrock of progress.

\n

Xizang, though designated as an autonomous region, is home to a mosaic of ethnicities, communities and religious traditions. Even within the Tibetan majority, diverse sects and dialects coexist — some so distinct that mutual comprehension is challenging. Such diversity, while culturally enriching, also carries the potential for discord. Compounding this, external forces have persistently sought to destabilize the region.

\n

Recognizing these challenges, the central government has placed social stability at the heart of its governance, employing comprehensive measures to foster harmony. By ensuring that all ethnic groups thrive within the framework of unity, Xizang has become a model of peaceful coexistence.

\n

Second, unleashing economic development as engine of prosperity.

\n

Some romanticize Xizang as an unchanging sanctuary, fearing that modernization might erode its spiritual essence. Yet economic advancement does not desecrate the past. Rather it elevates the future. By alleviating the scourge of poverty, development has eradicated many historical injustices borne of deprivation.

\n

Given Xizang's ecological fragility and limited resources, conventional development models were untenable. That's why the central government adopted an innovative, multi-pronged approach. One, direct fiscal support from Beijing, supplemented by paired assistance from the country's most prosperous provinces and municipalities, provides resources to Xizang. Two, the strategic scaling of indigenous industries ensures that Xizang's unique commodities reach global markets. And three, sustainable eco-tourism balances growth with environmental stewardship.

\n

Third, reviving Tibetan culture and heritage.

\n

Far from being diluted by the changes in the socioeconomic landscape, Tibetan culture has flourished alongside economic progress. Ancient monasteries and temples have been meticulously restored. The freedom of religious belief is fully protected, and Tibetan Buddhism is well-preserved and passed down there. Thangka painting schools have proliferated, safeguarding this sacred art. The Epic of King Gesar, a literary treasure, has also been systematically preserved.

\n

The Tibetan-language scholarship thrives in academic institutions and traditional Tibetan medicine is being modernized and has gained global recognition.

\n

Xizang's meteoric rise from an isolated, underdeveloped frontier to a beacon of holistic progress stands as a testament to the visionary establishment of the Xizang autonomous region. Through unwavering commitment to stability, innovation-driven growth and cultural revitalization, the central government has rewritten the destiny of this once-remote land.

\n

It is a narrative not just of transformation, but of triumph against the odds. Indeed, it is a lesson for the world how unity, foresight and resolute governance can change a region and the lives of its people.

\n

The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The United States' tariff offensive against BRICS is not just about trade disputes. It is also about launching a strategic attack on global climate cooperation. By targeting Brazil, and now India, the US administration is sending a message that countries that defy the US' geopolitical agenda — whether by purchasing Russian oil or supporting payment systems outside the orbit of the US dollar — are in its crosshairs.

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The Amazon rainforest, though geographically thousands of kilometers away from the Oval Office, has become an indirect target of the US' economic war, since the countries that share it depend on export chains now threatened by tariff barriers and cross-sanctions.

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The timing is not coincidental. We are three months away from the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, in November, when the world should seriously discuss decarbonization targets and the protection of the largest rainforest on the planet. Instead, the global debate is being hijacked by the tariff drama and the threat of new trade wars. The result is a shift in focus: climate issues lose priority, giving way to power struggles. This is a gift to the most polluting sectors of the global economy, which breathe a sigh of relief when the environmental agenda loses prominence.

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For Brazil, this story is not new. The Trump administration first imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, including from Brazil, in 2018 under the pretext of protecting domestic industries and safeguarding American jobs. In practice, the then US president sought to undermine the diplomatic autonomy of a country that — even under the previous president Jair Bolsonaro who supported the US administration — fulfilled its multilateral commitments including active participation in BRICS. Tensions have escalated sharply since President Trump returned to office in January 2025. In addition to punitive tariffs of up to 50 percent, the US has also interfered in Brazil's internal affairs. The US has also issued belligerent statements, and pressured the judiciary not to target far-right allies and followers of former president Bolsonaro.

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Incumbent Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has responded firmly, reaffirming the independence of institutions and strengthening strategic alliances to counter the US' offensive.

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Now, India has taken Brazil's place as the current "tariff enemy", punished for continuing to buy Russian oil and resell it at a profit in the global market.

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What links these cases is the attempt to suffocate BRICS, now strengthened by the inclusion of new members and an agenda that includes financial alternatives to the US dollar, green investment, and technological cooperation. By striking economically at two of its largest members (Brazil and India), the US administration is sending a clear message: there is no room for emerging powers to chart an independent course without facing US retaliation.

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The Amazon rainforest enters this geopolitical chessboard subtly, yet decisively. Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela, Guyana and Suriname are home to not only unparalleled biodiversity, but also strategic assets such as freshwater, critical minerals and arable land. Any global plan for energy transition and climate adaptation necessarily depends on preserving this territory. Weakening the economies of Amazonian countries will create a dangerous cycle: governments pressured by trade losses tend to yield more easily to domestic demands for predatory resource exploitation.

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China has recognized the development challenges faced by many Global South countries and has become the world's largest provider of green finance, supporting renewable energy, reforestation, and low-carbon infrastructure worldwide. While China's total carbon emissions reflect the scale of its economy and population, the country leads the world in investment in clean energy, and technological innovation, making it a driving force in the global transition and an alternative to the Western model of conditional aid and punitive tariffs.

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What is at stake at COP30, therefore, goes far beyond emission-reduction commitments. It is about deciding whether the Amazon will be a sovereignty managed as a strategic asset by the countries that compose it, or be treated as a bargaining chip in a game dominated by tariffs, sanctions and major power disputes. The US administration's rhetoric about "protecting the climate", opportunistically invoked when convenient, does not withstand honest scrutiny: its policies prioritize the immediate economic advantage of the US, even if that means derailing environmental agreements.

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In this context, Brazil plays a critical role. Lula has already shown a willingness to lead the climate debate, restoring multilateral commitments and placing forest protection at the center of his diplomacy. But leadership requires more than fine speeches; it demands building strategic alliances with Amazonian countries, strengthening green-finance mechanisms without hidden traps, and resisting the commercial blackmail of the superpower. The COP30 presidency is a unique opportunity to show that the Global South is not condemned to be a spectator to decisions made in the Global North.

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The US' tariff war against BRICS is not an isolated chapter in US foreign policy; it is part of a broader strategy to preserve US hegemony in an increasingly multipolar world. The Amazon, with its climate and economic significance, is one of the stages on which this struggle plays out. If the region's countries do not take the lead, they risk having their future decided behind closed doors — and not in Belém, in front of the world.

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The challenge is to turn COP30 into a counterpoint to this logic. Instead of accepting the narrative that global trade and environmental protection are incompatible goals, the Amazonian countries and their BRICS partners should demonstrate that it is both possible and urgent to integrate economic development with preservation. The US' tariff war, paradoxically, may serve as a catalyst for a new climate alliance, uniting those who refuse to choose between prosperity and protecting the planet.

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The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The United States' tariff offensive against BRICS is not just about trade disputes. It is also about launching a strategic attack on global climate cooperation. By targeting Brazil, and now India, the US administration is sending a message that countries that defy the US' geopolitical agenda — whether by purchasing Russian oil or supporting payment systems outside the orbit of the US dollar — are in its crosshairs.

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The Amazon rainforest, though geographically thousands of kilometers away from the Oval Office, has become an indirect target of the US' economic war, since the countries that share it depend on export chains now threatened by tariff barriers and cross-sanctions.

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The timing is not coincidental. We are three months away from the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, in November, when the world should seriously discuss decarbonization targets and the protection of the largest rainforest on the planet. Instead, the global debate is being hijacked by the tariff drama and the threat of new trade wars. The result is a shift in focus: climate issues lose priority, giving way to power struggles. This is a gift to the most polluting sectors of the global economy, which breathe a sigh of relief when the environmental agenda loses prominence.

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For Brazil, this story is not new. The Trump administration first imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, including from Brazil, in 2018 under the pretext of protecting domestic industries and safeguarding American jobs. In practice, the then US president sought to undermine the diplomatic autonomy of a country that — even under the previous president Jair Bolsonaro who supported the US administration — fulfilled its multilateral commitments including active participation in BRICS. Tensions have escalated sharply since President Trump returned to office in January 2025. In addition to punitive tariffs of up to 50 percent, the US has also interfered in Brazil's internal affairs. The US has also issued belligerent statements, and pressured the judiciary not to target far-right allies and followers of former president Bolsonaro.

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Incumbent Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has responded firmly, reaffirming the independence of institutions and strengthening strategic alliances to counter the US' offensive.

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Now, India has taken Brazil's place as the current "tariff enemy", punished for continuing to buy Russian oil and resell it at a profit in the global market.

\n

What links these cases is the attempt to suffocate BRICS, now strengthened by the inclusion of new members and an agenda that includes financial alternatives to the US dollar, green investment, and technological cooperation. By striking economically at two of its largest members (Brazil and India), the US administration is sending a clear message: there is no room for emerging powers to chart an independent course without facing US retaliation.

\n

The Amazon rainforest enters this geopolitical chessboard subtly, yet decisively. Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela, Guyana and Suriname are home to not only unparalleled biodiversity, but also strategic assets such as freshwater, critical minerals and arable land. Any global plan for energy transition and climate adaptation necessarily depends on preserving this territory. Weakening the economies of Amazonian countries will create a dangerous cycle: governments pressured by trade losses tend to yield more easily to domestic demands for predatory resource exploitation.

\n

China has recognized the development challenges faced by many Global South countries and has become the world's largest provider of green finance, supporting renewable energy, reforestation, and low-carbon infrastructure worldwide. While China's total carbon emissions reflect the scale of its economy and population, the country leads the world in investment in clean energy, and technological innovation, making it a driving force in the global transition and an alternative to the Western model of conditional aid and punitive tariffs.

\n

What is at stake at COP30, therefore, goes far beyond emission-reduction commitments. It is about deciding whether the Amazon will be a sovereignty managed as a strategic asset by the countries that compose it, or be treated as a bargaining chip in a game dominated by tariffs, sanctions and major power disputes. The US administration's rhetoric about "protecting the climate", opportunistically invoked when convenient, does not withstand honest scrutiny: its policies prioritize the immediate economic advantage of the US, even if that means derailing environmental agreements.

\n

In this context, Brazil plays a critical role. Lula has already shown a willingness to lead the climate debate, restoring multilateral commitments and placing forest protection at the center of his diplomacy. But leadership requires more than fine speeches; it demands building strategic alliances with Amazonian countries, strengthening green-finance mechanisms without hidden traps, and resisting the commercial blackmail of the superpower. The COP30 presidency is a unique opportunity to show that the Global South is not condemned to be a spectator to decisions made in the Global North.

\n

The US' tariff war against BRICS is not an isolated chapter in US foreign policy; it is part of a broader strategy to preserve US hegemony in an increasingly multipolar world. The Amazon, with its climate and economic significance, is one of the stages on which this struggle plays out. If the region's countries do not take the lead, they risk having their future decided behind closed doors — and not in Belém, in front of the world.

\n

The challenge is to turn COP30 into a counterpoint to this logic. Instead of accepting the narrative that global trade and environmental protection are incompatible goals, the Amazonian countries and their BRICS partners should demonstrate that it is both possible and urgent to integrate economic development with preservation. The US' tariff war, paradoxically, may serve as a catalyst for a new climate alliance, uniting those who refuse to choose between prosperity and protecting the planet.

\n

The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Aug 15, which ended without an agreement on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, can be summarized in three sentences. First, the outcome was not the best, but also not the worst. Second, the result was just barely acceptable. And third, it was exactly as expected.

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The Russia-Ukraine conflict has dragged on for more than three years and it is unreasonable to expect that the two leaders would resolve everything in one go. With no deal, the two sides haven't achieved the goal they had set. But the silver lining is that the two leaders have promised to meet again in Moscow, which shows that while the summit produced no breakthrough, it was also not a failure.

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The biggest positive is that the two sides are finally talking. To be sure, US-Russia relations have long been rocky, but the two sides have never cut off dialogue completely. Back in June 2021, then US President Joe Biden met Putin in Switzerland. But after the Ukraine crisis, US-Russia ties froze to a near "no-contact" level.

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Against this backdrop, the Alaska summit represents a welcome thaw in the relationship. Dialogue is always better than confrontation. Recently, the US stationed nuclear submarines near Russian waters. The two nuclear superpowers, each capable of destroying the Earth many times over, must never clash. The Cuban missile crisis of 1962 must never be repeated. From that perspective, the Trump-Putin summit is a shot of adrenaline for global security.

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At a personal level, the summit was a win-win for both Trump and Putin. Trump gave the meeting a perfect 10, though he hasn't walked away with any tangible gain. However, this diplomatic show is enough for him to portray himself as a winner. Putin won a little more because the summit puts him back on the center stage of world politics, where he is now equal to the US president in stature.

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The summit was on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, but it has wider implications. If US-Russia ties ease, Europe may grow more skeptical of the US and possibly push harder for strategic autonomy. And if Trump shifts focus away from Europe and toward China, he might seek closer ties with Russia to advance US interests, potentially complicating global strategic balances. That would make global competition even fiercer.

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The world order has changed in recent years. But some countries, especially in the Global South and the developing world, preferred not to side with either camp. Other countries, such as Japan, South Korea and Singapore, remain aligned with the West. Still others, including Belarus and Iran, continue to do business with Russia, something the US frowns upon. India's hopes of balancing between Washington and Moscow have collapsed after Trump slapped tariffs on imports from India in response to its Russian oil purchases.

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On the surface, the world is watching to see whether Trump will "betray" Ukraine.

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The future of the international order is at stake. Since World War II, sovereignty and territorial integrity have been the global baselines. Big or small, every nation should be equal and the fate of small countries cannot be decided by big powers. Human society doesn't follow the jungle rule of "survival of the fittest" but is guided by rules and principles. The solution should be fair, and not dictated by brute force.

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The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Aug 15, which ended without an agreement on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, can be summarized in three sentences. First, the outcome was not the best, but also not the worst. Second, the result was just barely acceptable. And third, it was exactly as expected.

\n

The Russia-Ukraine conflict has dragged on for more than three years and it is unreasonable to expect that the two leaders would resolve everything in one go. With no deal, the two sides haven't achieved the goal they had set. But the silver lining is that the two leaders have promised to meet again in Moscow, which shows that while the summit produced no breakthrough, it was also not a failure.

\n

The biggest positive is that the two sides are finally talking. To be sure, US-Russia relations have long been rocky, but the two sides have never cut off dialogue completely. Back in June 2021, then US President Joe Biden met Putin in Switzerland. But after the Ukraine crisis, US-Russia ties froze to a near "no-contact" level.

\n

Against this backdrop, the Alaska summit represents a welcome thaw in the relationship. Dialogue is always better than confrontation. Recently, the US stationed nuclear submarines near Russian waters. The two nuclear superpowers, each capable of destroying the Earth many times over, must never clash. The Cuban missile crisis of 1962 must never be repeated. From that perspective, the Trump-Putin summit is a shot of adrenaline for global security.

\n

At a personal level, the summit was a win-win for both Trump and Putin. Trump gave the meeting a perfect 10, though he hasn't walked away with any tangible gain. However, this diplomatic show is enough for him to portray himself as a winner. Putin won a little more because the summit puts him back on the center stage of world politics, where he is now equal to the US president in stature.

\n

The summit was on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, but it has wider implications. If US-Russia ties ease, Europe may grow more skeptical of the US and possibly push harder for strategic autonomy. And if Trump shifts focus away from Europe and toward China, he might seek closer ties with Russia to advance US interests, potentially complicating global strategic balances. That would make global competition even fiercer.

\n

The world order has changed in recent years. But some countries, especially in the Global South and the developing world, preferred not to side with either camp. Other countries, such as Japan, South Korea and Singapore, remain aligned with the West. Still others, including Belarus and Iran, continue to do business with Russia, something the US frowns upon. India's hopes of balancing between Washington and Moscow have collapsed after Trump slapped tariffs on imports from India in response to its Russian oil purchases.

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On the surface, the world is watching to see whether Trump will "betray" Ukraine.

\n

The future of the international order is at stake. Since World War II, sovereignty and territorial integrity have been the global baselines. Big or small, every nation should be equal and the fate of small countries cannot be decided by big powers. Human society doesn't follow the jungle rule of "survival of the fittest" but is guided by rules and principles. The solution should be fair, and not dictated by brute force.

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The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The high-stakes diplomatic efforts at the White House on Monday have yielded a signal that the leaders of Russia and Ukraine may soon meet face-to-face in an attempt to solve their differences.

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Experts noted that the potential Ukraine-Russia meeting, which could also become a US-Russia-Ukraine trilateral meeting, indicates some progress in narrowing the differences between the parties concerned. However, they cautioned that territorial disputes would remain the key sticking point, and the outcome of these discussions remains uncertain.

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US President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and seven European leaders at the White House on Monday, with a focus on resolving the Ukrainian crisis.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin was not at the White House, but Trump called him during a break in the day's meeting, discussing arrangements for a possible Putin-Zelensky summit "at a location to be determined".

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"After that meeting takes place, we will have a Trilat, which would be the two Presidents, plus myself," Trump stated on Truth Social. "Again, this was a very good, early step for a War that has been going on for almost four years."

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Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov said on Tuesday that both Trump and Putin expressed support for continuing direct negotiations between the Russian and Ukrainian delegations and discussed elevating the level of representatives participating in the talks.

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During a regular news briefing on Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said China believes that dialogue and negotiation provide the only viable way out of the Ukraine crisis. China supports all efforts conducive to peace, she added.

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Sun Chenghao, head of the US-EU program at Tsinghua University's Center for International Security and Strategy, said the prospect of leader-level talks reflects "some progress" made in resolving the conflict but warned of "practical constraints".

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"There is still fierce fighting on the battlefield. In addition, the 'ceasefire first' position of many European leaders conflicts with Trump's idea of 'negotiations without a ceasefire', which weakens the feasibility of a 'quick breakthrough'," Sun said.

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Security guarantee for Ukraine is another central theme of Monday's discussions. Washington's guarantee remains deliberately vague. On Truth Social, Trump endorsed a "NATO-like" arrangement, where European countries provide guarantees with US coordination.

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Zhang Hong, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences' Institute of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies, said, "The US statement on security guarantee for Ukraine is a significant shift, promising to provide Ukraine with substantial security confidence."

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Potential consensus

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US media reported that during the US-Russia summit on Friday, Putin agreed for the first time that the US and its European allies could offer Ukraine a security guarantee resembling NATO's collective defense mandate as part of an eventual deal to end the Ukraine conflict. If the report is true, it suggests a potential consensus on this matter among the US, Russia, and Ukraine, said Zhang.

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Despite a potential multilateral consensus on the need for talks, divisions remain regarding the prerequisites for such negotiations. Trump argued that peace negotiations could proceed without a ceasefire, citing his past successes in resolving conflicts without prior ceasefires.

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However, European leaders voiced disagreement while Zelensky himself struck a delicate balance. He signaled openness to a trilateral meeting with Trump and Putin, acknowledging that "sensitive things, territory, etc" would be discussed at the leaders' level at a trilateral meeting.

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"The difference between the US and Europe… is minor and indecisive," said Zhang Hong.

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"When the conflict ends hinges on whether Russia and Ukraine are going to make significant adjustments to their stances," he said. "So far, territorial disputes remain the biggest sticking point."

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Agencies and Xinhua contributed to this story.

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Contact the writers at huanxinzhao@chinadailyusa.com.

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The high-stakes diplomatic efforts at the White House on Monday have yielded a signal that the leaders of Russia and Ukraine may soon meet face-to-face in an attempt to solve their differences.

\n

Experts noted that the potential Ukraine-Russia meeting, which could also become a US-Russia-Ukraine trilateral meeting, indicates some progress in narrowing the differences between the parties concerned. However, they cautioned that territorial disputes would remain the key sticking point, and the outcome of these discussions remains uncertain.

\n

US President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and seven European leaders at the White House on Monday, with a focus on resolving the Ukrainian crisis.

\n

Russian President Vladimir Putin was not at the White House, but Trump called him during a break in the day's meeting, discussing arrangements for a possible Putin-Zelensky summit "at a location to be determined".

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"After that meeting takes place, we will have a Trilat, which would be the two Presidents, plus myself," Trump stated on Truth Social. "Again, this was a very good, early step for a War that has been going on for almost four years."

\n

Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov said on Tuesday that both Trump and Putin expressed support for continuing direct negotiations between the Russian and Ukrainian delegations and discussed elevating the level of representatives participating in the talks.

\n

During a regular news briefing on Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said China believes that dialogue and negotiation provide the only viable way out of the Ukraine crisis. China supports all efforts conducive to peace, she added.

\n

Sun Chenghao, head of the US-EU program at Tsinghua University's Center for International Security and Strategy, said the prospect of leader-level talks reflects "some progress" made in resolving the conflict but warned of "practical constraints".

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"There is still fierce fighting on the battlefield. In addition, the 'ceasefire first' position of many European leaders conflicts with Trump's idea of 'negotiations without a ceasefire', which weakens the feasibility of a 'quick breakthrough'," Sun said.

\n

Security guarantee for Ukraine is another central theme of Monday's discussions. Washington's guarantee remains deliberately vague. On Truth Social, Trump endorsed a "NATO-like" arrangement, where European countries provide guarantees with US coordination.

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Zhang Hong, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences' Institute of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies, said, "The US statement on security guarantee for Ukraine is a significant shift, promising to provide Ukraine with substantial security confidence."

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Potential consensus

\n

US media reported that during the US-Russia summit on Friday, Putin agreed for the first time that the US and its European allies could offer Ukraine a security guarantee resembling NATO's collective defense mandate as part of an eventual deal to end the Ukraine conflict. If the report is true, it suggests a potential consensus on this matter among the US, Russia, and Ukraine, said Zhang.

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Despite a potential multilateral consensus on the need for talks, divisions remain regarding the prerequisites for such negotiations. Trump argued that peace negotiations could proceed without a ceasefire, citing his past successes in resolving conflicts without prior ceasefires.

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However, European leaders voiced disagreement while Zelensky himself struck a delicate balance. He signaled openness to a trilateral meeting with Trump and Putin, acknowledging that "sensitive things, territory, etc" would be discussed at the leaders' level at a trilateral meeting.

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"The difference between the US and Europe… is minor and indecisive," said Zhang Hong.

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"When the conflict ends hinges on whether Russia and Ukraine are going to make significant adjustments to their stances," he said. "So far, territorial disputes remain the biggest sticking point."

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Agencies and Xinhua contributed to this story.

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Contact the writers at huanxinzhao@chinadailyusa.com.

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China's Ambassador to the UK Zheng Zeguang (fifth from right), Director for Services and Skills at the UK Department for Business and Trade Rupert Daniels (fifth from left), family descendants of Lisbon Maru POWs, members of the film Dongji Rescue's crew and cast, and other VIP guests pose for a group photo at the premiere in London on Friday.

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The European premiere of Dongji Rescue, a Chinese film based on a true story in which Chinese fishermen braved Japanese gunfire to save British prisoners of war during World War II, was held in London on Friday.

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The day, Aug 15, marked the 80th anniversary of Japan's announcement of its unconditional surrender, bringing an end to World War II, an event that was marked at commemorations across China.

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In the United Kingdom, the day was also observed, as it is each year, as Victory over Japan Day, or VJ Day. It was commemorated with a national ceremony attended by King Charles III and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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The film, which premiered on Friday, tells the story of how, in 1942, the Japanese army seized the cargo vessel Lisbon Maru to use it to transport about 1,800 POWs from Hong Kong to Japan.

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While off the coast near Zhoushan, in East China's Zhejiang province, the ship was torpedoed by a US submarine because it bore no designation indicating POWs were on board. The US saw it as an enemy vessel.

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After the torpedo strike and as the vessel started to sink, Japanese soldiers on board sealed the holds where POWs were being confined. Some British soldiers managed to break free, nevertheless, and jumped into the sea, only to face a hail of machine-gun fire from their Japanese captors.

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Chinese fishermen from Dongji Island sailed out to try to help and rescued 384 desperate men from the brink of death.

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"Suddenly … There is a Chinese voice. It said, 'Hello, I save you'," Jack Hughieson, a POW who survived the sinking and gunfire, said in an interview recorded in 2005. "I will never forget this voice."

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China's Ambassador to the UK Zheng Zeguang said at the premiere that the Lisbon Maru incident stands as a moving example of China-UK solidarity during the horrors of wartime.

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"At the darkest hour of World War II, China and the UK fought on different fronts but shared a common mission: to defend humanity against fascism and aggression," he said. "Eighty-three years have passed since the Lisbon Maru incident, and the world has changed, but we should cherish the memory and carry forward the friendship between the people of our two countries.

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"In this turbulent and fast-changing world, we should join hands to grow the people-to-people exchanges and strengthen our collaboration at the bilateral, regional and global levels."

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Anthony Jones, a grandson of survivor Thomas Theodore Jones and chairman of the Lisbon Maru Memorial Association, told China Daily he believes the story has been overlooked for too long, and that productions like Dongji Rescue will, hopefully, help bring it out into the open.

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"Those men, when they came back from World War II, like my grandfather, were told to be silent," he said. "Hopefully, the next generation of myself and the generations to come, we can unveil these stories so that people remember them for many generations to come."

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Jones also recognized that what happened in China during the World Anti-Fascist War has often been "forgotten" in the West.

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China was the main theater in the East during the World Anti-Fascist War, resisting against Japanese aggression from 1931 to 1945. China was also a member of the allied forces led by the US, the Soviet Union, and the UK.

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British actor William Franklyn-Miller, who plays one of the soldiers in the movie, said on Chinese social media that the whole world needs to know that Chinese people saved British soldiers.

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He told China Daily that his sentiment was sparked by the story alone — the bold actions of the Chinese fishermen.

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"These innocent fishermen on the island went out of their way and put themselves in danger to save people they had never seen before … Their bravery really shines," he said.

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Audience members Tyler Chilon and Ben King said they knew little about the Lisbon Maru incident before watching the film, and that seeing the history so powerfully recounted on screen was both deeply moving and especially relevant at a time when the world, once again, is grappling with some prolonged conflicts and wars.

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"I'm just thankful. I'm thankful for the story, and the people on Dongji Island who saved the British soldiers," said Chilon. "It's important for people to take from this story and apply it to what's happening nowadays."

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zhengwanyin@mail.chinadailyuk.com

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China's Ambassador to the UK Zheng Zeguang (fifth from right), Director for Services and Skills at the UK Department for Business and Trade Rupert Daniels (fifth from left), family descendants of Lisbon Maru POWs, members of the film Dongji Rescue's crew and cast, and other VIP guests pose for a group photo at the premiere in London on Friday.

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The European premiere of Dongji Rescue, a Chinese film based on a true story in which Chinese fishermen braved Japanese gunfire to save British prisoners of war during World War II, was held in London on Friday.

\n

The day, Aug 15, marked the 80th anniversary of Japan's announcement of its unconditional surrender, bringing an end to World War II, an event that was marked at commemorations across China.

\n

In the United Kingdom, the day was also observed, as it is each year, as Victory over Japan Day, or VJ Day. It was commemorated with a national ceremony attended by King Charles III and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

\n

The film, which premiered on Friday, tells the story of how, in 1942, the Japanese army seized the cargo vessel Lisbon Maru to use it to transport about 1,800 POWs from Hong Kong to Japan.

\n

While off the coast near Zhoushan, in East China's Zhejiang province, the ship was torpedoed by a US submarine because it bore no designation indicating POWs were on board. The US saw it as an enemy vessel.

\n

After the torpedo strike and as the vessel started to sink, Japanese soldiers on board sealed the holds where POWs were being confined. Some British soldiers managed to break free, nevertheless, and jumped into the sea, only to face a hail of machine-gun fire from their Japanese captors.

\n

Chinese fishermen from Dongji Island sailed out to try to help and rescued 384 desperate men from the brink of death.

\n

"Suddenly … There is a Chinese voice. It said, 'Hello, I save you'," Jack Hughieson, a POW who survived the sinking and gunfire, said in an interview recorded in 2005. "I will never forget this voice."

\n

China's Ambassador to the UK Zheng Zeguang said at the premiere that the Lisbon Maru incident stands as a moving example of China-UK solidarity during the horrors of wartime.

\n

"At the darkest hour of World War II, China and the UK fought on different fronts but shared a common mission: to defend humanity against fascism and aggression," he said. "Eighty-three years have passed since the Lisbon Maru incident, and the world has changed, but we should cherish the memory and carry forward the friendship between the people of our two countries.

\n

"In this turbulent and fast-changing world, we should join hands to grow the people-to-people exchanges and strengthen our collaboration at the bilateral, regional and global levels."

\n

Anthony Jones, a grandson of survivor Thomas Theodore Jones and chairman of the Lisbon Maru Memorial Association, told China Daily he believes the story has been overlooked for too long, and that productions like Dongji Rescue will, hopefully, help bring it out into the open.

\n

"Those men, when they came back from World War II, like my grandfather, were told to be silent," he said. "Hopefully, the next generation of myself and the generations to come, we can unveil these stories so that people remember them for many generations to come."

\n

Jones also recognized that what happened in China during the World Anti-Fascist War has often been "forgotten" in the West.

\n

China was the main theater in the East during the World Anti-Fascist War, resisting against Japanese aggression from 1931 to 1945. China was also a member of the allied forces led by the US, the Soviet Union, and the UK.

\n

British actor William Franklyn-Miller, who plays one of the soldiers in the movie, said on Chinese social media that the whole world needs to know that Chinese people saved British soldiers.

\n

He told China Daily that his sentiment was sparked by the story alone — the bold actions of the Chinese fishermen.

\n

"These innocent fishermen on the island went out of their way and put themselves in danger to save people they had never seen before … Their bravery really shines," he said.

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Audience members Tyler Chilon and Ben King said they knew little about the Lisbon Maru incident before watching the film, and that seeing the history so powerfully recounted on screen was both deeply moving and especially relevant at a time when the world, once again, is grappling with some prolonged conflicts and wars.

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"I'm just thankful. I'm thankful for the story, and the people on Dongji Island who saved the British soldiers," said Chilon. "It's important for people to take from this story and apply it to what's happening nowadays."

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zhengwanyin@mail.chinadailyuk.com

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Passengers remain stranded as Air Canada flight attendants protest, at the Toronto Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, on Monday.

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MONTREAL/TORONTO — Air Canada's unionized flight attendants reached an agreement with the country's largest carrier on Tuesday, ending the first strike by its cabin crew in 40 years that had upended travel plans for hundreds of thousands of passengers.

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The strike that lasted nearly four days had led the airline that serves about 130,000 people daily to withdraw its third quarter and full-year earnings guidance.

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The carrier said it would gradually resume operations and a full restoration may require a week or more, while the union said it has completed mediation with the airline and its low-cost affiliate Air Canada Rouge.

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Air Canada said some flights will be canceled over the next seven to ten days until the schedule is stabilized and that customers with canceled flights can choose between a refund, travel credit, or rebooking on another airline.

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The flight attendants walked off the job on Saturday after contract talks with the carrier failed. They had sought pay for tasks such as boarding passengers. While details of the negotiations were not immediately released, the union said the unpaid work was over.

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The CUPE, which represents Air Canada's 10,400 flight attendants, wanted to make gains on unpaid work that go beyond recent advances secured by their counterparts at US carriers.

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In a rare act of defiance, the union remained on strike even after the Canada Industrial Relations Board declared its action unlawful.

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Their refusal to follow a federal labor board order for the flight attendants to return to work had created a three-way standoff between the company, workers and the government.

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Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu had urged both sides to consider government mediation and raised pressure on Air Canada on Monday, promising to investigate allegations of unpaid work in the airline sector.

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Passengers remain stranded as Air Canada flight attendants protest, at the Toronto Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, on Monday.

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MONTREAL/TORONTO — Air Canada's unionized flight attendants reached an agreement with the country's largest carrier on Tuesday, ending the first strike by its cabin crew in 40 years that had upended travel plans for hundreds of thousands of passengers.

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The strike that lasted nearly four days had led the airline that serves about 130,000 people daily to withdraw its third quarter and full-year earnings guidance.

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The carrier said it would gradually resume operations and a full restoration may require a week or more, while the union said it has completed mediation with the airline and its low-cost affiliate Air Canada Rouge.

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Air Canada said some flights will be canceled over the next seven to ten days until the schedule is stabilized and that customers with canceled flights can choose between a refund, travel credit, or rebooking on another airline.

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The flight attendants walked off the job on Saturday after contract talks with the carrier failed. They had sought pay for tasks such as boarding passengers. While details of the negotiations were not immediately released, the union said the unpaid work was over.

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The CUPE, which represents Air Canada's 10,400 flight attendants, wanted to make gains on unpaid work that go beyond recent advances secured by their counterparts at US carriers.

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In a rare act of defiance, the union remained on strike even after the Canada Industrial Relations Board declared its action unlawful.

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Their refusal to follow a federal labor board order for the flight attendants to return to work had created a three-way standoff between the company, workers and the government.

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Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu had urged both sides to consider government mediation and raised pressure on Air Canada on Monday, promising to investigate allegations of unpaid work in the airline sector.

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Liu Hongmei, China's consul general in Khon Kaen, addresses the Conference on Logistics and Tourism Promotion Along the China-Laos-Thailand Railway on Tuesday.

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New avenues of cooperation can be forged through improved transportation connectivity, creating economic opportunities for China and Southeast Asia, speakers said at a gathering in Thailand on Tuesday.

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"Transport connectivity, particularly the railway system, is a strategic economic corridor for boosting economic growth, regional resilience and deepening intercountry integration across the Greater Mekong Subregion," said Suriyan Vichitlekarn, executive director of the Mekong Institute, which was founded by the six subregional countries — Cambodia, China, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam.

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Speaking at the Conference on Logistics and Tourism Promotion Along the China-Laos-Thailand Railway, held in the northeastern Thai city of Khon Kaen, Suriyan said logistics and tourism, with creative industries, wellness and medical tourism, stand to benefit from this corridor.

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"Logistics efficiency is a tangible leap forward for cross-border trade facilitation. The railway brings exciting possibilities for revitalizing regional tourism. It catalyzes inclusive economic opportunities, particularly for cultural and community-based tourism," Suriyan said.

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"The cooperation practice of the China-Laos-Thailand Railway is a vivid example of mutual benefit and win-win between China and its neighboring countries," said Liu Hongmei, China's consul general in Khon Kaen. "The conference provides a mechanism guarantee for the railway to fully exert its benefits."

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With greater logistics efficiency and deeper tourism collaboration ahead, the railway will not only serve as a driver of regional economic growth but also as a bridge bringing people across the region closer, she said.

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Jakkaphon Tangsutthitham, Thai vice-minister of tourism and sports, said the railway is more than just a physical link — it also serves as a strategic gateway connecting China with Southeast Asia. It will be a driving force for the tourism industry that links cultural, natural and creative destinations across the region.

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"However, infrastructure alone is not enough," he said, emphasizing the need for cross-border coordination. Apart from streamlining border crossings and improving customs and immigration processes, "we should also engage and empower local communities as stakeholders along the railway route to enhance services and create more attractions", he said.

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Jakkaphon reaffirmed the Thai government's commitment to strengthening cooperation with China and neighboring countries in tourism and logistics.

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The China-Laos-Thailand Railway, with Thai sections still under construction, will connect Bangkok with Yunnan via Laos, where a high-speed line is already in operation. The project's second phase in Thailand is expected to be operational by 2030.

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Seamless connectivity

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"With extension of this railway corridor toward Thailand and beyond, we foresee even greater opportunities for seamless regional connectivity, linking our economies to greater opportunities with countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative," said Daochinda Siharath, managing director of the Lao National Railway Authority.

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Industries such as agriculture, trade and tourism will benefit from the improved connectivity, bringing greater experiences for consumers and higher incomes for service providers — a win-win situation for both, Daochinda said.

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"This also helps to foster cultural exchanges and promote mutual understanding between people," he said. "Together, we can make this corridor one of the most attractive travel routes in Asia."

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To accelerate development and cooperation, Suriyan of the Mekong Institute emphasized the need to adopt digital innovation and sustainability practices. "Emphasizing smart logistics systems and digital tools such as innovation, big data and smart tourism platforms can transform operations, enhance traveler experiences and drive efficiency — while maintaining sustainable and resilient growth," he said.

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Liu Hongmei, China's consul general in Khon Kaen, addresses the Conference on Logistics and Tourism Promotion Along the China-Laos-Thailand Railway on Tuesday.

\n

New avenues of cooperation can be forged through improved transportation connectivity, creating economic opportunities for China and Southeast Asia, speakers said at a gathering in Thailand on Tuesday.

\n

"Transport connectivity, particularly the railway system, is a strategic economic corridor for boosting economic growth, regional resilience and deepening intercountry integration across the Greater Mekong Subregion," said Suriyan Vichitlekarn, executive director of the Mekong Institute, which was founded by the six subregional countries — Cambodia, China, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam.

\n

Speaking at the Conference on Logistics and Tourism Promotion Along the China-Laos-Thailand Railway, held in the northeastern Thai city of Khon Kaen, Suriyan said logistics and tourism, with creative industries, wellness and medical tourism, stand to benefit from this corridor.

\n

"Logistics efficiency is a tangible leap forward for cross-border trade facilitation. The railway brings exciting possibilities for revitalizing regional tourism. It catalyzes inclusive economic opportunities, particularly for cultural and community-based tourism," Suriyan said.

\n

Organized by the Mekong Institute, the conference was co-hosted by the Chinese Consulate General in Khon Kaen and the Foreign Affairs Office of China's Yunnan province. More than 300 participants attended, including government officials, scholars and industry representatives from China, Laos, Thailand and other regional countries.

\n

"The cooperation practice of the China-Laos-Thailand Railway is a vivid example of mutual benefit and win-win between China and its neighboring countries," said Liu Hongmei, China's consul general in Khon Kaen. "The conference provides a mechanism guarantee for the railway to fully exert its benefits."

\n

With greater logistics efficiency and deeper tourism collaboration ahead, the railway will not only serve as a driver of regional economic growth but also as a bridge bringing people across the region closer, she said.

\n

Jakkaphon Tangsutthitham, Thai vice-minister of tourism and sports, said the railway is more than just a physical link — it also serves as a strategic gateway connecting China with Southeast Asia. It will be a driving force for the tourism industry that links cultural, natural and creative destinations across the region.

\n

"However, infrastructure alone is not enough," he said, emphasizing the need for cross-border coordination. Apart from streamlining border crossings and improving customs and immigration processes, "we should also engage and empower local communities as stakeholders along the railway route to enhance services and create more attractions", he said.

\n

Jakkaphon reaffirmed the Thai government's commitment to strengthening cooperation with China and neighboring countries in tourism and logistics.

\n

The China-Laos-Thailand Railway, with Thai sections still under construction, will connect Bangkok with Yunnan via Laos, where a high-speed line is already in operation. The project's second phase in Thailand is expected to be operational by 2030.

\n

Seamless connectivity

\n

"With extension of this railway corridor toward Thailand and beyond, we foresee even greater opportunities for seamless regional connectivity, linking our economies to greater opportunities with countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative," said Daochinda Siharath, managing director of the Lao National Railway Authority.

\n

Industries such as agriculture, trade and tourism will benefit from the improved connectivity, bringing greater experiences for consumers and higher incomes for service providers — a win-win situation for both, Daochinda said.

\n

"This also helps to foster cultural exchanges and promote mutual understanding between people," he said. "Together, we can make this corridor one of the most attractive travel routes in Asia."

\n

To accelerate development and cooperation, Suriyan of the Mekong Institute emphasized the need to adopt digital innovation and sustainability practices. "Emphasizing smart logistics systems and digital tools such as innovation, big data and smart tourism platforms can transform operations, enhance traveler experiences and drive efficiency — while maintaining sustainable and resilient growth," he said.

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yangwanli@chinadaily.com.cn

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JERUSALEM/CAIRO — Israel is studying Hamas' response to a Gaza ceasefire proposal, two officials said on Tuesday of a potential deal for a 60-day truce and the release of half the Israeli hostages still held in the battered enclave.

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Efforts to pause the fighting gained new momentum over the past week after Israel announced plans for a new offensive to seize control of Gaza City, and Egypt and Qatar have been pushing to restart indirect talks between the sides on a United States-backed ceasefire plan.

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The proposal includes the release of 200 Palestinian convicts jailed in Israel and an unspecified number of imprisoned women and minors, in return for 10 living and 18 deceased hostages from Gaza, according to a Hamas official.

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Two Egyptian security sources confirmed the details, and added that Hamas has requested the release of hundreds of Gaza detainees as well.

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The proposal includes a partial withdrawal of Israeli forces, which presently control 75 percent of Gaza and the entry of more humanitarian aid into the Palestinian territory, where a population of 2.2 million people is increasingly facing famine.

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Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari said on Tuesday that the 60-day truce deal would include "a pathway to a comprehensive agreement to end the war".

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Israel's plans to seize control of Gaza City in the heart of the enclave have since stirred alarm abroad and among the estimated 1 million people presently living there.

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The latest ceasefire proposal is "almost identical" to the earlier plan put forward by Witkoff, Ansari said.

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Hamas gave a "very positive response, and it truly was almost identical to what the Israeli side had previously agreed to", he said.

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On the ground, there were no signs of a ceasefire nearing as Israeli gunfire, tank shelling and airstrikes killed at least 20 Palestinians on Tuesday, according to Gaza health officials.

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Tanks completed taking control of the Zeitoun suburb, an eastern neighborhood on Gaza City's outskirts, and continued to pound the nearby area of Sabra, killing two women and a man, medics said.

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Local health authorities said dozens of people had been trapped in their houses because of the shelling. The Israeli military said it was checking the report.

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On Friday, it said its forces were operating in nearby Zeitoun to locate weapons, tunnels and gunmen.

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"It has been one of the worst nights in Sabra and Gaza City as the explosions are heard throughout the city," said Nasra Ali, 54, a mother of five, who lives in Sabra.

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"I was planning to leave my house when I heard there is a possible ceasefire. I might stay for a day or two, if nothing happens, then I will run away with my kids," she told Reuters via a chat app.

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Thousands of people are estimated to have fled the area in the past few days.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to convene discussions about the ceasefire proposal soon, the two Israeli officials said. A response was expected in the coming two days, a Palestinian source close to the talks said.

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A Palestinian man fleeing northern Gaza gestures atop a vehicle loaded with belongings as the Israeli military prepares to relocate residents to southern Gaza, in Gaza City, on Monday.

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JERUSALEM/CAIRO — Israel is studying Hamas' response to a Gaza ceasefire proposal, two officials said on Tuesday of a potential deal for a 60-day truce and the release of half the Israeli hostages still held in the battered enclave.

\n

Efforts to pause the fighting gained new momentum over the past week after Israel announced plans for a new offensive to seize control of Gaza City, and Egypt and Qatar have been pushing to restart indirect talks between the sides on a United States-backed ceasefire plan.

\n

The proposal includes the release of 200 Palestinian convicts jailed in Israel and an unspecified number of imprisoned women and minors, in return for 10 living and 18 deceased hostages from Gaza, according to a Hamas official.

\n

Two Egyptian security sources confirmed the details, and added that Hamas has requested the release of hundreds of Gaza detainees as well.

\n

The proposal includes a partial withdrawal of Israeli forces, which presently control 75 percent of Gaza and the entry of more humanitarian aid into the Palestinian territory, where a population of 2.2 million people is increasingly facing famine.

\n

Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari said on Tuesday that the 60-day truce deal would include "a pathway to a comprehensive agreement to end the war".

\n

Israel had previously agreed to the outline, advanced by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, but negotiations faltered over some of its details. The last round of talks ended in deadlock in late July.

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Israel's plans to seize control of Gaza City in the heart of the enclave have since stirred alarm abroad and among the estimated 1 million people presently living there.

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The latest ceasefire proposal is "almost identical" to the earlier plan put forward by Witkoff, Ansari said.

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Hamas gave a "very positive response, and it truly was almost identical to what the Israeli side had previously agreed to", he said.

\n

On the ground, there were no signs of a ceasefire nearing as Israeli gunfire, tank shelling and airstrikes killed at least 20 Palestinians on Tuesday, according to Gaza health officials.

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Tanks completed taking control of the Zeitoun suburb, an eastern neighborhood on Gaza City's outskirts, and continued to pound the nearby area of Sabra, killing two women and a man, medics said.

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Local health authorities said dozens of people had been trapped in their houses because of the shelling. The Israeli military said it was checking the report.

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On Friday, it said its forces were operating in nearby Zeitoun to locate weapons, tunnels and gunmen.

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"It has been one of the worst nights in Sabra and Gaza City as the explosions are heard throughout the city," said Nasra Ali, 54, a mother of five, who lives in Sabra.

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"I was planning to leave my house when I heard there is a possible ceasefire. I might stay for a day or two, if nothing happens, then I will run away with my kids," she told Reuters via a chat app.

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Thousands of people are estimated to have fled the area in the past few days.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to convene discussions about the ceasefire proposal soon, the two Israeli officials said. A response was expected in the coming two days, a Palestinian source close to the talks said.

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The well-manicured, lush vegetation at Hassan Yussuf's land in Garissa Township stands in stark contrast with the neighboring area in one of Kenya's arid lands.

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Compared with the cracked, dry soil left by months without rain, the mix of orchard, fodder and vegetable crops on his 6-hectare farm in Galbet ward — just 7 kilometers from northern Kenya's main town — offers a refreshing oasis under the scorching sun.

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Through solar-powered irrigation, the farm on the banks of the River Tana has transformed harsh climatic challenges into an opportunity, boosting food security for the marginalized community.

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"Garissa is a gold mine for fresh produce — everything I grow flies off the shelves," said Yussuf, an enterprising farmer who cultivates mangoes and papayas, among others.

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His secret lies not only in what he grows, but in how he grows it — pairing drip irrigation with mulching and powering the system with solar pumps instead of costly diesel engines, ensuring every drop from Kenya's longest river is put to use.

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The farm, once a patch of barren land, now hums with activity. Young men harvesting vegetables for the local market and baling fodder for livestock keepers, as traders flock to the farm to get fresh produce.

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"This area was known for hunger and relief food queues," he says, smiling as he gestures toward rows of green vegetables. "Now we are capable of producing fresh food even in the dry season."

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The solar revolution in Galbet and other regions of Garissa was boosted in 2019 when a 50-megawatt solar power plant — the largest of its kind in East Africa, which Chinese engineers built — was commissioned on the outskirts of Garissa as part of Kenya's broader strategy to diversify its energy sources and advance rural electrification in marginalized areas.

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Other than addressing the frequent power outages, the operation of the massive grid that mainly feeds into the national electricity network has demonstrated the viability of large-scale solar plants and spurred local farmers to adopt their own panels for irrigation.

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"When you have the largest solar plant in East Africa right in your backyard, you stop doubting the sun," Yussuf said. "People here saw it could power thousands of homes and decided to power their farms too."

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The power plant replaced the expensive and unreliable diesel with clean energy, enough to supply about 70,000 households.

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With the support of other development partners and in their own initiatives, farmers across Galbet and neighboring communities have today pieced together their irrigation systems to tap into renewable potential.

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However, with the growing complexity of solar technology and the desire to expand beyond basic pumping, many farmers are now appealing to the government to consider engaging Chinese investors to develop community-scale solar-powered irrigation hubs, offer training, and introduce energy storage solutions to cut postharvest losses and keep the produce fresh for longer.

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Helping hand

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Yussuf, who is also the founder of Garissa Farmers Network Cooperative, termed it unfortunate that only 10 out of 150 farm groups practice green energy farming.

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"We have shown we can grow food here. What we need now is technical training, how to maintain larger systems, store power and maybe even sell surplus energy like the big plant does. The Chinese who built the Garissa station could help us take this to the next step," he said.

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For Abdul Latiff, despite his farm being just 4 km along the banks of the River Tana, he says he is unable to pump the water from the river to his adjacent 10-hectare piece of land.

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"It's painful to watch the river flow past while my crops wither," Latiff says. "Without affordable solar pumps or support to tap this water, the land will just remain a desert."

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Mohamed Sheikh Hassan, an agriculture officer of Garissa Township, said less than 5 percent of farmers in his county use solar despite the untapped solar bounty.

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"There is a huge potential for arid land farming along the areas like Fafi, Balambala, Garissa Township, Lagdera, Masalani and parts of Ijara," he said.

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The county has written proposals to international organizations such as the World Food Programme to strengthen their capacity and scale up the utilization of solar farming.

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"We are also exploring opportunities to work hand in hand with Chinese experts to expand solar farming in Garissa for our farmers to cut reliance on fossil fuels and fully harness this untapped resource," he said.

\n

The withdrawal of the Sustainable, Transformational and Accessible Water Interventions project, funded by the US Agency for International Development, caused a major setback for more than 200 beneficiaries before it could be completed, he said.

\n

To reduce postharvest losses, he said the completion of the Garissa Industrial Park will include cold storage facilities and is expected to enable local farmers to add value to crops such as tomatoes, lemons and rice.

\n

"This initiative seeks to transform Garissa's image from a climate-vulnerable county into a hub of innovation in arid land farming — demonstrating that even the desert can bloom," he said.

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The well-manicured, lush vegetation at Hassan Yussuf's land in Garissa Township stands in stark contrast with the neighboring area in one of Kenya's arid lands.

\n

Compared with the cracked, dry soil left by months without rain, the mix of orchard, fodder and vegetable crops on his 6-hectare farm in Galbet ward — just 7 kilometers from northern Kenya's main town — offers a refreshing oasis under the scorching sun.

\n

Through solar-powered irrigation, the farm on the banks of the River Tana has transformed harsh climatic challenges into an opportunity, boosting food security for the marginalized community.

\n

"Garissa is a gold mine for fresh produce — everything I grow flies off the shelves," said Yussuf, an enterprising farmer who cultivates mangoes and papayas, among others.

\n

His secret lies not only in what he grows, but in how he grows it — pairing drip irrigation with mulching and powering the system with solar pumps instead of costly diesel engines, ensuring every drop from Kenya's longest river is put to use.

\n

The farm, once a patch of barren land, now hums with activity. Young men harvesting vegetables for the local market and baling fodder for livestock keepers, as traders flock to the farm to get fresh produce.

\n

"This area was known for hunger and relief food queues," he says, smiling as he gestures toward rows of green vegetables. "Now we are capable of producing fresh food even in the dry season."

\n

The solar revolution in Galbet and other regions of Garissa was boosted in 2019 when a 50-megawatt solar power plant — the largest of its kind in East Africa, which Chinese engineers built — was commissioned on the outskirts of Garissa as part of Kenya's broader strategy to diversify its energy sources and advance rural electrification in marginalized areas.

\n

Other than addressing the frequent power outages, the operation of the massive grid that mainly feeds into the national electricity network has demonstrated the viability of large-scale solar plants and spurred local farmers to adopt their own panels for irrigation.

\n

"When you have the largest solar plant in East Africa right in your backyard, you stop doubting the sun," Yussuf said. "People here saw it could power thousands of homes and decided to power their farms too."

\n

The power plant replaced the expensive and unreliable diesel with clean energy, enough to supply about 70,000 households.

\n

With the support of other development partners and in their own initiatives, farmers across Galbet and neighboring communities have today pieced together their irrigation systems to tap into renewable potential.

\n

However, with the growing complexity of solar technology and the desire to expand beyond basic pumping, many farmers are now appealing to the government to consider engaging Chinese investors to develop community-scale solar-powered irrigation hubs, offer training, and introduce energy storage solutions to cut postharvest losses and keep the produce fresh for longer.

\n

Helping hand

\n

Yussuf, who is also the founder of Garissa Farmers Network Cooperative, termed it unfortunate that only 10 out of 150 farm groups practice green energy farming.

\n

"We have shown we can grow food here. What we need now is technical training, how to maintain larger systems, store power and maybe even sell surplus energy like the big plant does. The Chinese who built the Garissa station could help us take this to the next step," he said.

\n

For Abdul Latiff, despite his farm being just 4 km along the banks of the River Tana, he says he is unable to pump the water from the river to his adjacent 10-hectare piece of land.

\n

"It's painful to watch the river flow past while my crops wither," Latiff says. "Without affordable solar pumps or support to tap this water, the land will just remain a desert."

\n

Mohamed Sheikh Hassan, an agriculture officer of Garissa Township, said less than 5 percent of farmers in his county use solar despite the untapped solar bounty.

\n

"There is a huge potential for arid land farming along the areas like Fafi, Balambala, Garissa Township, Lagdera, Masalani and parts of Ijara," he said.

\n

The county has written proposals to international organizations such as the World Food Programme to strengthen their capacity and scale up the utilization of solar farming.

\n

"We are also exploring opportunities to work hand in hand with Chinese experts to expand solar farming in Garissa for our farmers to cut reliance on fossil fuels and fully harness this untapped resource," he said.

\n

The withdrawal of the Sustainable, Transformational and Accessible Water Interventions project, funded by the US Agency for International Development, caused a major setback for more than 200 beneficiaries before it could be completed, he said.

\n

To reduce postharvest losses, he said the completion of the Garissa Industrial Park will include cold storage facilities and is expected to enable local farmers to add value to crops such as tomatoes, lemons and rice.

\n

"This initiative seeks to transform Garissa's image from a climate-vulnerable county into a hub of innovation in arid land farming — demonstrating that even the desert can bloom," he said.

\n

victor@chinadailyafrica.com

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Children paint Peking Opera masks during the third Russia-China "Sprouts" International Forum for Mutually Beneficial Cooperation in Kazan, Russia, on Monday.

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Children paint Peking Opera masks during the third Russia-China "Sprouts" International Forum for Mutually Beneficial Cooperation in Kazan, Russia, on Monday.

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HAMA, Syria — In the flattened village of al-Hawash in Syria's central Hama Province, 40-year-old Fouad Ali swings a pick into the rubble where his home once stood.

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Beside him, his six children gather smaller stones, clearing space for a canvas tent erected on top of the debris. Their hands grow dusty and their faces smear with sweat as they try to impose order on ruins that stretch across the horizon.

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Although they returned four months ago, life amid the wreckage demands daily labor: cleaning, clearing and struggling in the hope of one day restoring their home.

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Al-Hawash, once a modest farming community, has become a graveyard of broken concrete and twisted rebar. Where children once played in courtyards, they now balance on the shattered remains of collapsed roofs.

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"We returned to the village and found it completely destroyed," said Marwan Shehadeh Atiyeh, 48, a father of four.

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"We have absolutely no services, no water, no healthcare, no schools, nothing at all. And there is no authority that has provided us with support in any way. As you can see, the village is destroyed and without services whatsoever."

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Ali said people face obstacles at every turn, from clearing rubble to securing clean water.

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The most pressing concern is the absence of schools. Parents watch their children play on piles of debris, knowing the new school year is only weeks away and there are no classrooms.

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Humanitarian agencies say al-Hawash is not unique. Across Syria, returning families are settling in areas with little to no infrastructure, driven by the pull of home despite dire conditions.

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"In eight months, 2.3 million Syrians have decided to go back home," said Celine Schmitt, spokeswoman for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees' Syria office, referring to the figure since the fall of the former regime in December.

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"Despite the challenges, despite the material hardships, they have hope for a better future. They want to be back home," she said.

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In al-Hawash, life resumes tent by tent. Children carry plastic jugs to fetch water, weaving between jagged slabs of concrete. Families stack stones into rough walls to create a sense of privacy where roofs once stood.

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Standing amid the ruins of his home, Atiyeh gazed at the tent behind him, his voice tinged with disappointment. "We came back because this is our home. But we cannot rebuild it alone."

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HAMA, Syria — In the flattened village of al-Hawash in Syria's central Hama Province, 40-year-old Fouad Ali swings a pick into the rubble where his home once stood.

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Beside him, his six children gather smaller stones, clearing space for a canvas tent erected on top of the debris. Their hands grow dusty and their faces smear with sweat as they try to impose order on ruins that stretch across the horizon.

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Although they returned four months ago, life amid the wreckage demands daily labor: cleaning, clearing and struggling in the hope of one day restoring their home.

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Al-Hawash, once a modest farming community, has become a graveyard of broken concrete and twisted rebar. Where children once played in courtyards, they now balance on the shattered remains of collapsed roofs.

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"We returned to the village and found it completely destroyed," said Marwan Shehadeh Atiyeh, 48, a father of four.

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"We have absolutely no services, no water, no healthcare, no schools, nothing at all. And there is no authority that has provided us with support in any way. As you can see, the village is destroyed and without services whatsoever."

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Ali said people face obstacles at every turn, from clearing rubble to securing clean water.

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The most pressing concern is the absence of schools. Parents watch their children play on piles of debris, knowing the new school year is only weeks away and there are no classrooms.

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Humanitarian agencies say al-Hawash is not unique. Across Syria, returning families are settling in areas with little to no infrastructure, driven by the pull of home despite dire conditions.

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"In eight months, 2.3 million Syrians have decided to go back home," said Celine Schmitt, spokeswoman for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees' Syria office, referring to the figure since the fall of the former regime in December.

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"Despite the challenges, despite the material hardships, they have hope for a better future. They want to be back home," she said.

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In al-Hawash, life resumes tent by tent. Children carry plastic jugs to fetch water, weaving between jagged slabs of concrete. Families stack stones into rough walls to create a sense of privacy where roofs once stood.

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Standing amid the ruins of his home, Atiyeh gazed at the tent behind him, his voice tinged with disappointment. "We came back because this is our home. But we cannot rebuild it alone."

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The United States' semiconductor export controls toward China have increasingly been viewed as a critical component of bilateral trade negotiations, which experts said could have a bearing on the long-term health of trade relations between the world's two largest economies.

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The US government has in recent years imposed and tightened controls on the export of semiconductor technology, devices, and tools to China to limit China's access to advanced technologies and maintain the US leadership in the critical sector.

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The US registered an overall goods trade deficit of $119.2 billion in July, but the semiconductor sector posted an $11 billion trade surplus last year, with exports to China serving as a major contributor to this positive balance, according to an analysis by investment platform AInvest. This has led to analysts calling the semiconductors' role a "bright spot" in the US' trade performance.

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The US' AI chip exports alone were valued at $57.5 billion last year, with China accounting for about 25 percent of these exports, according to USImportdata, a platform specializing in US import and export data.

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Nvidia led the industry with $30 billion in semiconductor exports last year, with China as its biggest export market despite the existing export restrictions on its export of advanced chips to the country.

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However, current export controls imposed by the US are creating a paradoxical situation where restrictions designed to protect its national security may turn out to be undermining the country's trade position.

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A study by the Center for Strategic and International Studies in July 2024 found that US semiconductor firms captured over 53 percent of China's chip market in 2022, representing billions in potential lost sales as export controls tighten access to the world's largest semiconductor market.

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The economic logic for easing the export controls has gained support from industry analyses suggesting that such measures could help mitigate the broader US trade deficit. The semiconductor industry's historical trade surplus performance demonstrates the sector's potential to offset US deficits in other areas, making it beneficial for the US if the issue is included in bilateral trade talks.

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The US and China have extended their pause on tariff hikes for another 90 days after the Aug 12 deadline, creating space for further dialogue on bilateral trade relations. More notably, the US government forged an unprecedented agreement with Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices, requiring them to remit to the US government 15 percent of their revenues from China chip sales.

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Unusual departure

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This "pay-to-play" revenue-sharing model represents what experts describe as a "highly unusual" departure from traditional export control policies. Some constitutional scholars have raised concerns about the arrangement, comparing it to an export tax prohibited by the US Constitution. The agreement has already generated uncertainty about its implications for the broader tech industry.

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The strategic importance of resolving semiconductor trade issues means more than immediate economic benefits, as industry experts emphasize the deep interdependence between the US and China in semiconductor supply chains.

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Think tanks and industry groups, such as the Atlantic Council and the Semiconductor Industry Association, consistently underscore the "systemic risks" facing the US as a result of the country's industry-wide reliance on China for assembly, packaging and end-market sales in the case of supply chain disruption.

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While the US maintains leadership in research and development as well as high-end chip design, approximately 75 percent of the production process for US-designed semiconductors occurs in the Taiwan region and the Chinese mainland, according to a recent study published by Discover Global Society.

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China's growing influence in legacy chip production further complicates the supply chain dynamics.

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"Thus, although the US might be enjoying supremacy with regard to advanced semiconductors, the raw materials, the assembly and the labor force needed to create the final product are reliant on a larger supply chain," the article said.

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Experts consider resolving the US' chip export controls critical in achieving a long-term workable trade agreement between China and the United States.

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"Without clarity and compromise in these areas, a lasting agreement is unlikely," Chris Pereira, founder and CEO of iMpact, a New York-based communications and business consulting group, told China Daily.

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shiguang@chinadailyusa.com

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The United States' semiconductor export controls toward China have increasingly been viewed as a critical component of bilateral trade negotiations, which experts said could have a bearing on the long-term health of trade relations between the world's two largest economies.

\n

The US government has in recent years imposed and tightened controls on the export of semiconductor technology, devices, and tools to China to limit China's access to advanced technologies and maintain the US leadership in the critical sector.

\n

The US registered an overall goods trade deficit of $119.2 billion in July, but the semiconductor sector posted an $11 billion trade surplus last year, with exports to China serving as a major contributor to this positive balance, according to an analysis by investment platform AInvest. This has led to analysts calling the semiconductors' role a "bright spot" in the US' trade performance.

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The US' AI chip exports alone were valued at $57.5 billion last year, with China accounting for about 25 percent of these exports, according to USImportdata, a platform specializing in US import and export data.

\n

Nvidia led the industry with $30 billion in semiconductor exports last year, with China as its biggest export market despite the existing export restrictions on its export of advanced chips to the country.

\n

However, current export controls imposed by the US are creating a paradoxical situation where restrictions designed to protect its national security may turn out to be undermining the country's trade position.

\n

A study by the Center for Strategic and International Studies in July 2024 found that US semiconductor firms captured over 53 percent of China's chip market in 2022, representing billions in potential lost sales as export controls tighten access to the world's largest semiconductor market.

\n

The economic logic for easing the export controls has gained support from industry analyses suggesting that such measures could help mitigate the broader US trade deficit. The semiconductor industry's historical trade surplus performance demonstrates the sector's potential to offset US deficits in other areas, making it beneficial for the US if the issue is included in bilateral trade talks.

\n

The US and China have extended their pause on tariff hikes for another 90 days after the Aug 12 deadline, creating space for further dialogue on bilateral trade relations. More notably, the US government forged an unprecedented agreement with Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices, requiring them to remit to the US government 15 percent of their revenues from China chip sales.

\n

Unusual departure

\n

This "pay-to-play" revenue-sharing model represents what experts describe as a "highly unusual" departure from traditional export control policies. Some constitutional scholars have raised concerns about the arrangement, comparing it to an export tax prohibited by the US Constitution. The agreement has already generated uncertainty about its implications for the broader tech industry.

\n

The strategic importance of resolving semiconductor trade issues means more than immediate economic benefits, as industry experts emphasize the deep interdependence between the US and China in semiconductor supply chains.

\n

Think tanks and industry groups, such as the Atlantic Council and the Semiconductor Industry Association, consistently underscore the "systemic risks" facing the US as a result of the country's industry-wide reliance on China for assembly, packaging and end-market sales in the case of supply chain disruption.

\n

While the US maintains leadership in research and development as well as high-end chip design, approximately 75 percent of the production process for US-designed semiconductors occurs in the Taiwan region and the Chinese mainland, according to a recent study published by Discover Global Society.

\n

China's growing influence in legacy chip production further complicates the supply chain dynamics.

\n

"Thus, although the US might be enjoying supremacy with regard to advanced semiconductors, the raw materials, the assembly and the labor force needed to create the final product are reliant on a larger supply chain," the article said.

\n

Experts consider resolving the US' chip export controls critical in achieving a long-term workable trade agreement between China and the United States.

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"Without clarity and compromise in these areas, a lasting agreement is unlikely," Chris Pereira, founder and CEO of iMpact, a New York-based communications and business consulting group, told China Daily.

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shiguang@chinadailyusa.com

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Waterlogging was seen in Mumbai, India, due to heavy rainfall on Monday. Incessant rains continued to batter India's financial hub and its nearby areas on Tuesday, even as over 250 flights were either delayed or canceled, trains ran late, and vehicular traffic was affected amid intense waterlogging on roads.

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Waterlogging was seen in Mumbai, India, due to heavy rainfall on Monday. Incessant rains continued to batter India's financial hub and its nearby areas on Tuesday, even as over 250 flights were either delayed or canceled, trains ran late, and vehicular traffic was affected amid intense waterlogging on roads.

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WASHINGTON — The administration of US President Donald Trump has revoked more than 6,000 student visas for overstays and breaking the law, including a small minority for "support for terrorism", a State Department official said on Monday.

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The move, first reported by Fox News Digital, comes as the US administration has adopted a particularly hard-line approach toward student visas as part of its immigration crackdown, tightening social media vetting and expanding screening. Directives from the State Department this year have ordered US diplomats abroad to be vigilant against any applicants whom Washington may see as hostile to the United States and with a history of political activism.

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Around 4,000 visas were canceled because the visitors broke the law, with the vast majority being for assault, the official said. Driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and burglary were other offenses, the official added.

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About 200 to 300 visas were revoked for "terrorism", the official said, citing a rule about visa ineligibility under the State Department's Foreign Affairs Manual. The rule identifies ineligibility grounds generally as "engaging in terrorist activities" and "having certain links to terrorist organizations".

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The official did not specify which groups the students whose visas have been revoked were supporting. President Donald Trump has clashed with several top-level US universities, accusing them of becoming bastions of antisemitism following large-scale student protests advocating for Palestinian rights amid the Gaza conflict. In his clash with Harvard, Trump has frozen funding for investigations and threatened to remove the university's tax-exempt status, prompting several European nations to increase research grants to attract talent. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said he has revoked the visas of hundreds, perhaps thousands of people, including students, because they got involved in activities that he said went against US foreign policy priorities.

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Officials have said that student visa and green card holders are subject to deportation over their support for Palestinians and criticism of Israel's conduct in the war in Gaza, calling their actions a threat to US foreign policy and accusing them of being "pro-Hamas". A Tufts University student from Turkiye was held for over six weeks in an immigration detention center in Louisiana after co-writing an opinion piece criticizing her school's response to Israel's fighting in Gaza. She was released from custody after a federal judge granted her bail.

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Critics have called the effort an attack on free speech rights under the First Amendment of the US Constitution.

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WASHINGTON — The administration of US President Donald Trump has revoked more than 6,000 student visas for overstays and breaking the law, including a small minority for "support for terrorism", a State Department official said on Monday.

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The move, first reported by Fox News Digital, comes as the US administration has adopted a particularly hard-line approach toward student visas as part of its immigration crackdown, tightening social media vetting and expanding screening. Directives from the State Department this year have ordered US diplomats abroad to be vigilant against any applicants whom Washington may see as hostile to the United States and with a history of political activism.

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Around 4,000 visas were canceled because the visitors broke the law, with the vast majority being for assault, the official said. Driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and burglary were other offenses, the official added.

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About 200 to 300 visas were revoked for "terrorism", the official said, citing a rule about visa ineligibility under the State Department's Foreign Affairs Manual. The rule identifies ineligibility grounds generally as "engaging in terrorist activities" and "having certain links to terrorist organizations".

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The official did not specify which groups the students whose visas have been revoked were supporting. President Donald Trump has clashed with several top-level US universities, accusing them of becoming bastions of antisemitism following large-scale student protests advocating for Palestinian rights amid the Gaza conflict. In his clash with Harvard, Trump has frozen funding for investigations and threatened to remove the university's tax-exempt status, prompting several European nations to increase research grants to attract talent. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said he has revoked the visas of hundreds, perhaps thousands of people, including students, because they got involved in activities that he said went against US foreign policy priorities.

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Officials have said that student visa and green card holders are subject to deportation over their support for Palestinians and criticism of Israel's conduct in the war in Gaza, calling their actions a threat to US foreign policy and accusing them of being "pro-Hamas". A Tufts University student from Turkiye was held for over six weeks in an immigration detention center in Louisiana after co-writing an opinion piece criticizing her school's response to Israel's fighting in Gaza. She was released from custody after a federal judge granted her bail.

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Critics have called the effort an attack on free speech rights under the First Amendment of the US Constitution.

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BRASILIA/SAO PAULO — Brazil submitted its formal response to a US trade investigation on Monday, rejecting the allegations while challenging the legitimacy of the probe itself.

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While calling for "constructive dialogue", the Brazilian government stated that it does not recognize Washington's authority to launch the unilateral investigation.

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The probe, initiated in July under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, aims to determine whether Brazil's policies on digital trade and tariffs are "unreasonable or discriminatory and burden or restrict" US commerce, according to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.

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This action adds to growing friction between the two countries, including 50 percent tariffs imposed by the administration of US President Donald Trump on imports of Brazilian goods and US sanctions targeting a Brazilian Supreme Court justice.

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In its 91-page response, Brazil refuted US arguments concerning its trade practices, including its ethanol market and the popular digital payment system, Pix. The government argued that Brazil's acts, policies and practices are not unreasonable, discriminatory or burdensome to US commerce.

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Brasilia also objected to the investigation taking place outside the legal framework of the World Trade Organization. The government has already requested consultations at the WTO over the US tariffs.

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The office of the USTR did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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"Brazil reiterates its long-standing position that Section 301 is a unilateral instrument inconsistent with the principles and rules of the multilateral trading system," Latin America's largest economy said.

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In another development, Brazil's Supreme Court ruled on Monday that foreign legislation did not have jurisdiction in its country, after the United States used a law to sanction a judge on the court.

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Washington used the Magnitsky Act to impose restrictions on Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who is presiding over the trial of former president Jair Bolsonaro.

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"Judge Flavio Dino, of the Federal Supreme Court, suspended the effectiveness of judicial decisions, laws, decrees, and executive orders of foreign nations in our country," Brazil's high court said in a statement.

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According to the Constitution of Brazil, foreign court decisions "can only be enforced in Brazil upon approval or in compliance with international judicial cooperation mechanisms," the court said.

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"No foreign court can invalidate United States sanctions, or spare anyone from the steep consequences of violating them," the US government's Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs said in a statement after the ruling.

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BRASILIA/SAO PAULO — Brazil submitted its formal response to a US trade investigation on Monday, rejecting the allegations while challenging the legitimacy of the probe itself.

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While calling for "constructive dialogue", the Brazilian government stated that it does not recognize Washington's authority to launch the unilateral investigation.

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The probe, initiated in July under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, aims to determine whether Brazil's policies on digital trade and tariffs are "unreasonable or discriminatory and burden or restrict" US commerce, according to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.

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This action adds to growing friction between the two countries, including 50 percent tariffs imposed by the administration of US President Donald Trump on imports of Brazilian goods and US sanctions targeting a Brazilian Supreme Court justice.

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In its 91-page response, Brazil refuted US arguments concerning its trade practices, including its ethanol market and the popular digital payment system, Pix. The government argued that Brazil's acts, policies and practices are not unreasonable, discriminatory or burdensome to US commerce.

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Brasilia also objected to the investigation taking place outside the legal framework of the World Trade Organization. The government has already requested consultations at the WTO over the US tariffs.

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The office of the USTR did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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"Brazil reiterates its long-standing position that Section 301 is a unilateral instrument inconsistent with the principles and rules of the multilateral trading system," Latin America's largest economy said.

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In another development, Brazil's Supreme Court ruled on Monday that foreign legislation did not have jurisdiction in its country, after the United States used a law to sanction a judge on the court.

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Washington used the Magnitsky Act to impose restrictions on Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who is presiding over the trial of former president Jair Bolsonaro.

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"Judge Flavio Dino, of the Federal Supreme Court, suspended the effectiveness of judicial decisions, laws, decrees, and executive orders of foreign nations in our country," Brazil's high court said in a statement.

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According to the Constitution of Brazil, foreign court decisions "can only be enforced in Brazil upon approval or in compliance with international judicial cooperation mechanisms," the court said.

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"No foreign court can invalidate United States sanctions, or spare anyone from the steep consequences of violating them," the US government's Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs said in a statement after the ruling.

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A topping-out ceremony is held for the new Ethiopian Airlines Group headquarters building in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Monday, marking the completion of its main structural works. The ceremony for the 45-meter-high building was attended by representatives from the Ethiopian Airlines Group and China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation.

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A topping-out ceremony is held for the new Ethiopian Airlines Group headquarters building in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Monday, marking the completion of its main structural works. The ceremony for the 45-meter-high building was attended by representatives from the Ethiopian Airlines Group and China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation.

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BANGLADESH

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Road accidents claimed over 400 lives in July

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A total of 418 people were killed and 856 others injured in 443 road accidents in Bangladesh in July, a report said on Tuesday. According to a report by the Road Safety Foundation, an NGO, the deceased included 72 women and 53 children. The report said 109 people died in 131 motorcycle accidents. There were also four waterway accidents, where six people were killed.

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UNITED STATES

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Utah shooting leaves 2 police officers dead

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Two police officers were killed and another was injured in a shooting in the US state of Utah on Sunday night, local media reported on Monday. Officers from the Tremonton Garland Police Department responded to an apparent case of domestic violence in the city of Tremonton, after someone called 911 multiple times and hung up, the neighboring Brigham City Police Department said on Monday in a news release, according to local media. A man came out with a firearm and shot the first officer, killing him. A second officer, responding to help the first one, was also struck and killed by the man's gunfire, according to reports.

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Displacement by AI worrying workers: Poll

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US people are deeply concerned over the prospect that advances in artificial intelligence could put swathes of the country out of work permanently, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. The sixday poll, which concluded on Monday, showed 71 percent of respondents said they were concerned that AI will be "putting too many people out of work permanently". The new technology burst into the national conversation in late 2022 when OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot launched and became the fastest-growing application of all time, with tech heavyweights like Facebook owner Meta Platforms, Google owner Alphabet and Microsoft offering their own AI products. Some 77 percent of respondents to the poll said they were worried the technology could be used to stir up political chaos, a sign of unease over the now-common use of AI technology to create realistic videos of imaginary events. More than half of US citizens, some 61 percent, said they were concerned about the amount of electricity needed to power the fast-growing technology.

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UK drops demand for Apple data: Gabbard

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Britain abandoned its demand that Apple provide so-called backdoor access to any encrypted user data stored in the cloud, US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said on Monday. Gabbard indicated London and Washington had resolved their high-stakes dispute over electronic privacy, writing on X that she and President Donald Trump and Vice-President JD Vance spent the "past few months" working with the UK government. The dispute surfaced at the start of the year with a news report that British security officials had issued the US tech giant with a secret order requiring the creation of backdoor access to view fully encrypted material. Apple challenged the order, which raised fears of electronic spying by national security officials.

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UNITED KINGDOM

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300-year-old violin to star at music festival

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One of the most valuable violins in the world, crafted three centuries ago and once owned by composer Niccolo Paganini, is to be played at a top UK classical music festival. The violin, known as the Carrodus, is one of only around 150 made by Giuseppe Guarneri del Gesu known to have survived down the centuries, and was acquired by a philanthropic group for $20 million in June. It was crafted in 1743 in Cremona, northern Italy, and will be played for the first time as part of the BBC Proms by South Korean violinist Inmo Yang. The violin will be seen on Aug 28 at London's Royal Albert Hall.

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Road accidents claimed over 400 lives in July

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A total of 418 people were killed and 856 others injured in 443 road accidents in Bangladesh in July, a report said on Tuesday. According to a report by the Road Safety Foundation, an NGO, the deceased included 72 women and 53 children. The report said 109 people died in 131 motorcycle accidents. There were also four waterway accidents, where six people were killed.

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UNITED STATES

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Utah shooting leaves 2 police officers dead

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Two police officers were killed and another was injured in a shooting in the US state of Utah on Sunday night, local media reported on Monday. Officers from the Tremonton Garland Police Department responded to an apparent case of domestic violence in the city of Tremonton, after someone called 911 multiple times and hung up, the neighboring Brigham City Police Department said on Monday in a news release, according to local media. A man came out with a firearm and shot the first officer, killing him. A second officer, responding to help the first one, was also struck and killed by the man's gunfire, according to reports.

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Displacement by AI worrying workers: Poll

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US people are deeply concerned over the prospect that advances in artificial intelligence could put swathes of the country out of work permanently, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. The sixday poll, which concluded on Monday, showed 71 percent of respondents said they were concerned that AI will be "putting too many people out of work permanently". The new technology burst into the national conversation in late 2022 when OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot launched and became the fastest-growing application of all time, with tech heavyweights like Facebook owner Meta Platforms, Google owner Alphabet and Microsoft offering their own AI products. Some 77 percent of respondents to the poll said they were worried the technology could be used to stir up political chaos, a sign of unease over the now-common use of AI technology to create realistic videos of imaginary events. More than half of US citizens, some 61 percent, said they were concerned about the amount of electricity needed to power the fast-growing technology.

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UK drops demand for Apple data: Gabbard

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Britain abandoned its demand that Apple provide so-called backdoor access to any encrypted user data stored in the cloud, US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said on Monday. Gabbard indicated London and Washington had resolved their high-stakes dispute over electronic privacy, writing on X that she and President Donald Trump and Vice-President JD Vance spent the "past few months" working with the UK government. The dispute surfaced at the start of the year with a news report that British security officials had issued the US tech giant with a secret order requiring the creation of backdoor access to view fully encrypted material. Apple challenged the order, which raised fears of electronic spying by national security officials.

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UNITED KINGDOM

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300-year-old violin to star at music festival

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One of the most valuable violins in the world, crafted three centuries ago and once owned by composer Niccolo Paganini, is to be played at a top UK classical music festival. The violin, known as the Carrodus, is one of only around 150 made by Giuseppe Guarneri del Gesu known to have survived down the centuries, and was acquired by a philanthropic group for $20 million in June. It was crafted in 1743 in Cremona, northern Italy, and will be played for the first time as part of the BBC Proms by South Korean violinist Inmo Yang. The violin will be seen on Aug 28 at London's Royal Albert Hall.

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Saudi youths dress up as Native Americans at Cowboy Town, an entertainment park where visitors can experience cowboy culture, in Abha, Saudi Arabia, on Monday. Cowboy Town offers many Western experiences and authentic cowboy culture, including cowboy shows and many distinctive children's games.

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Saudi youths dress up as Native Americans at Cowboy Town, an entertainment park where visitors can experience cowboy culture, in Abha, Saudi Arabia, on Monday. Cowboy Town offers many Western experiences and authentic cowboy culture, including cowboy shows and many distinctive children's games.

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China has consistently provided much-needed loans to other nations across the Global South, based on their development priorities and repayment capacity, analysts said, citing recent research that counters claims portraying the country as a primary driver of so-called "debt traps" in lower-income countries.

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Through concessional financing aimed at supporting infrastructure and industrialization, China has helped bridge investment gaps in developing economies, bringing tangible long-term benefits to local communities, they added.

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A report released last week by the United Kingdom-based organization Debt Justice found that lower-income countries are spending three times more on debt repayments to private lenders than to Chinese institutions.

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Using data from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, the report revealed that between 2020 and 2025, only 13 percent of external debt payments by lower-income countries will go to Chinese lenders — compared to 39 percent to commercial creditors, 34 percent to multilateral institutions and 14 percent to other governments.

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"Commercial high-interest lenders are receiving the greatest debt payments by lower-income countries," said Tim Jones, policy director at Debt Justice.

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"Where debt payments are too high, all external creditors need to cancel debt, in proportion to the interest rates they charged. Western governments need to ensure that private lenders take part in debt cancellation," he added.

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Despite this, media narratives in some Western outlets continue to cast China as the dominant creditor in the developing world. However, experts argue these claims are misleading and reflect geopolitical biases rather than economic realities.

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Hussein Askary, vice-chairman of the Belt and Road Institute in Sweden, said that it is true that many nations, especially developing countries, are in dire need of infrastructure to release their economic growth potential and sustain it.

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"Nations are tired of aid programs that have continued for decades without any tangible results in their attempts to eliminate poverty and achieve prosperity," he said. "It's imperative to continue the Chinese method of low-interest and long-term loans no matter what the opponents say."

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China's development financing continues to gain traction.

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In July, China Development Bank issued the first tranche of a 180 million yuan ($25 million) loan to Kazakhstan's state-owned railway company to support the purchase of 200 locomotives from Chinese manufacturer CRRC Corporation Ltd.

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According to the bank, the first batch of locomotives is already in operation, significantly enhancing Kazakhstan's rail capacity and supporting the construction of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, a major Eurasian logistics corridor.

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Ye Hailin, dean of the China-Africa Institute at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, said Chinese financial institutions and companies fully respect the sovereignty and development goals of partner countries when engaging in investment and financing cooperation.

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"Crucially, China has never attached any political conditions to its support," Ye said. "This has diminished the leverage previously held by Western-dominated creditors able to command high interest rates."

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China has also taken steps to reduce debt burdens for the least developed nations. Last year, Beijing pledged to waive all interest-free government loans due by the end of 2024 for African countries with diplomatic ties to China.

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"These baseless allegations are nothing more than a desperate attempt to undermine the trust and goodwill that China has built with other Global South nations over the years, and also expose the inability of certain Western powers to keep up with the evolving dynamics," Ye said.

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China has consistently provided much-needed loans to other nations across the Global South, based on their development priorities and repayment capacity, analysts said, citing recent research that counters claims portraying the country as a primary driver of so-called "debt traps" in lower-income countries.

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Through concessional financing aimed at supporting infrastructure and industrialization, China has helped bridge investment gaps in developing economies, bringing tangible long-term benefits to local communities, they added.

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A report released last week by the United Kingdom-based organization Debt Justice found that lower-income countries are spending three times more on debt repayments to private lenders than to Chinese institutions.

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Using data from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, the report revealed that between 2020 and 2025, only 13 percent of external debt payments by lower-income countries will go to Chinese lenders — compared to 39 percent to commercial creditors, 34 percent to multilateral institutions and 14 percent to other governments.

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"Commercial high-interest lenders are receiving the greatest debt payments by lower-income countries," said Tim Jones, policy director at Debt Justice.

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"Where debt payments are too high, all external creditors need to cancel debt, in proportion to the interest rates they charged. Western governments need to ensure that private lenders take part in debt cancellation," he added.

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Despite this, media narratives in some Western outlets continue to cast China as the dominant creditor in the developing world. However, experts argue these claims are misleading and reflect geopolitical biases rather than economic realities.

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Hussein Askary, vice-chairman of the Belt and Road Institute in Sweden, said that it is true that many nations, especially developing countries, are in dire need of infrastructure to release their economic growth potential and sustain it.

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"Nations are tired of aid programs that have continued for decades without any tangible results in their attempts to eliminate poverty and achieve prosperity," he said. "It's imperative to continue the Chinese method of low-interest and long-term loans no matter what the opponents say."

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China's development financing continues to gain traction.

\n

In July, China Development Bank issued the first tranche of a 180 million yuan ($25 million) loan to Kazakhstan's state-owned railway company to support the purchase of 200 locomotives from Chinese manufacturer CRRC Corporation Ltd.

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According to the bank, the first batch of locomotives is already in operation, significantly enhancing Kazakhstan's rail capacity and supporting the construction of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, a major Eurasian logistics corridor.

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Ye Hailin, dean of the China-Africa Institute at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, said Chinese financial institutions and companies fully respect the sovereignty and development goals of partner countries when engaging in investment and financing cooperation.

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"Crucially, China has never attached any political conditions to its support," Ye said. "This has diminished the leverage previously held by Western-dominated creditors able to command high interest rates."

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China has also taken steps to reduce debt burdens for the least developed nations. Last year, Beijing pledged to waive all interest-free government loans due by the end of 2024 for African countries with diplomatic ties to China.

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"These baseless allegations are nothing more than a desperate attempt to undermine the trust and goodwill that China has built with other Global South nations over the years, and also expose the inability of certain Western powers to keep up with the evolving dynamics," Ye said.

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wangkeju@chinadaily.com.cn

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A technician from Shentou Railway Station in Shanxi province checks a train at the station's dedicated freight line, which sits on steep terrain, presenting a serious challenge to shunting operations. Crew members need to work with great care to safeguard the safe running of the trains, which carry coal from Shanxi to other regions for power generation.

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A technician from Shentou Railway Station in Shanxi province checks a train at the station's dedicated freight line, which sits on steep terrain, presenting a serious challenge to shunting operations. Crew members need to work with great care to safeguard the safe running of the trains, which carry coal from Shanxi to other regions for power generation.

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China logs steady railway freight growth

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China saw steady railway freight growth in the first seven months, with more efficient network operation and improved services, the national railway operator said on Monday. The national railway system transported an accumulated volume of over 2.33 billion metric tons of cargo in the period, marking a year-on-year increase of 3.3 percent, said China State Railway Group. The daily average number of loaded freight cars reached 183,300, up 4.1 percent from the same period last year.

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Xizang to further shore up livelihoods

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Southwest China's Xizang autonomous region will allocate an additional 2 billion yuan ($280.4 million) to launch 10 new livelihood initiatives, the regional government has said. These supplementary initiatives — focusing on income augmentation, childcare support, elderly care services, and healthcare improvements — will complement the region's existing 14.8 billion yuan allocation for 28 ongoing welfare projects throughout 2025.

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China logs steady railway freight growth

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China saw steady railway freight growth in the first seven months, with more efficient network operation and improved services, the national railway operator said on Monday. The national railway system transported an accumulated volume of over 2.33 billion metric tons of cargo in the period, marking a year-on-year increase of 3.3 percent, said China State Railway Group. The daily average number of loaded freight cars reached 183,300, up 4.1 percent from the same period last year.

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Xizang to further shore up livelihoods

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Southwest China's Xizang autonomous region will allocate an additional 2 billion yuan ($280.4 million) to launch 10 new livelihood initiatives, the regional government has said. These supplementary initiatives — focusing on income augmentation, childcare support, elderly care services, and healthcare improvements — will complement the region's existing 14.8 billion yuan allocation for 28 ongoing welfare projects throughout 2025.

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A tourist poses while wearing Zanhua in Xunpu village, Quanzhou, Fujian province, on Aug 18.

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From a young age, Bai Lan, 71, has been involved in the traditional practice of Zanhua — the craft of pinning a colorful floral accessory headdress — in Quanzhou, East China's Fujian province.

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In 2015, Bai, the inheritor of this intangible cultural heritage, founded a store that offers pinning headdresses, makeup and photography services for travelers in Xunpu, a small fishing village in Quanzhou.

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The store, which became quite popular from 2023, receives about 50 to 60 customers daily in summer, the peak season. Bai and her daughter are usually busy at work from 8 am to 9 pm most days, catering to customers.

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Zanhua has been part of the traditional cultural expression of women in Xunpu, a village near the ports of the starting points for the ancient Maritime Silk Road, and which boasts a history of at least 1,000 years.

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Bai's daughter Wu Shuchun said the family used to sell seafood for a living and that changing their career path to Zanhua has helped to double their income.

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As pinning floral headdresses and taking pictures has become the trend among travelers nationwide, more women from Xunpu have started operating such stores.

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Currently, Xunpu has nearly 300 stores offering such services, and they cumulatively receive about 20,000 visits from tourists daily during peak season, according to the local district government.

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The popularity of Zanhua has boosted the growth of the cultural and creative sectors, catering, and bed-and-breakfast homestays, driving consumption value in Fengze district to over 5 billion yuan ($695 million) in the period between 2022 and 2024, and the incomes of local residents have more than doubled during the period, the local district government said.

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In the past few years, Quanzhou has become a trendy tourist destination for domestic as well as foreign travelers, as the city has continued to promote the culture of the Maritime Silk Road.

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Last year, the city received more than 100 million visits, up 16.8 percent year-on-year. Total tourism revenues exceeded 120 billion yuan, jumping 20.8 percent year-on-year, according to the bureau of culture and tourism in Quanzhou.

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During the five-day May Day holiday this year, the city received over 7 million visits and travelers spent more than 6 billion yuan in total, both showing growth of nearly 30 percent on a yearly basis, data from the bureau showed.

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"We have continued to strengthen cooperation with online travel platforms such as Trip.com Group and Tongcheng Travel, as well as social media platforms like Douyin and RedNote to enhance the influence of Quanzhou's cultural and tourism sector," said Cai Hongqiang, deputy director of the bureau of culture and tourism in Quanzhou.

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Cai added that the city has also carried out various cultural and tourism exchanges at home and abroad to attract more visitors and maintain its popularity.

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A tourist poses while wearing Zanhua in Xunpu village, Quanzhou, Fujian province, on Aug 18.

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From a young age, Bai Lan, 71, has been involved in the traditional practice of Zanhua — the craft of pinning a colorful floral accessory headdress — in Quanzhou, East China's Fujian province.

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In 2015, Bai, the inheritor of this intangible cultural heritage, founded a store that offers pinning headdresses, makeup and photography services for travelers in Xunpu, a small fishing village in Quanzhou.

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The store, which became quite popular from 2023, receives about 50 to 60 customers daily in summer, the peak season. Bai and her daughter are usually busy at work from 8 am to 9 pm most days, catering to customers.

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Zanhua has been part of the traditional cultural expression of women in Xunpu, a village near the ports of the starting points for the ancient Maritime Silk Road, and which boasts a history of at least 1,000 years.

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Bai's daughter Wu Shuchun said the family used to sell seafood for a living and that changing their career path to Zanhua has helped to double their income.

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As pinning floral headdresses and taking pictures has become the trend among travelers nationwide, more women from Xunpu have started operating such stores.

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Currently, Xunpu has nearly 300 stores offering such services, and they cumulatively receive about 20,000 visits from tourists daily during peak season, according to the local district government.

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The popularity of Zanhua has boosted the growth of the cultural and creative sectors, catering, and bed-and-breakfast homestays, driving consumption value in Fengze district to over 5 billion yuan ($695 million) in the period between 2022 and 2024, and the incomes of local residents have more than doubled during the period, the local district government said.

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In the past few years, Quanzhou has become a trendy tourist destination for domestic as well as foreign travelers, as the city has continued to promote the culture of the Maritime Silk Road.

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Last year, the city received more than 100 million visits, up 16.8 percent year-on-year. Total tourism revenues exceeded 120 billion yuan, jumping 20.8 percent year-on-year, according to the bureau of culture and tourism in Quanzhou.

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During the five-day May Day holiday this year, the city received over 7 million visits and travelers spent more than 6 billion yuan in total, both showing growth of nearly 30 percent on a yearly basis, data from the bureau showed.

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"We have continued to strengthen cooperation with online travel platforms such as Trip.com Group and Tongcheng Travel, as well as social media platforms like Douyin and RedNote to enhance the influence of Quanzhou's cultural and tourism sector," said Cai Hongqiang, deputy director of the bureau of culture and tourism in Quanzhou.

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Cai added that the city has also carried out various cultural and tourism exchanges at home and abroad to attract more visitors and maintain its popularity.

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zhuwenqian@chinadaily.com.cn

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Li Hongquan

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Swedish technology company Hexagon will continue to step up investment in China and seize the immense opportunities presented by the country's sharpened focus on bolstering digital transformation and industrial innovation, said a senior executive of the company.

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The company has complete research and development, manufacturing and supply chain systems in the Chinese market, said Li Hongquan, vice-president of Hexagon global and president of Hexagon China, adding that the country is the company's biggest single market, with revenue accounting for about 20 percent of its global total.

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As a leading global provider of information technology solutions, the company has contributed to China's industrialization and the high-quality development of its manufacturing sector, while integrating sensors, digital twin and virtual simulation technologies with artificial intelligence, Li said.

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According to Li, the company will build an intelligent industrial park covering the R&D of humanoid robots, AI and manufacturing in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, with construction expected to begin in the third quarter of this year.

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It will invest more in localized R&D, accelerate the localization of high-end measurement equipment and industrial software in China and provide tailor-made solutions in accordance with the demands of Chinese clients.

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According to him, China's emphasis on the development of new quality productive forces and digital transformation, as well as technological revolution brought about by AI and the pursuit of green and sustainable development offer the company many new opportunities.

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Li said that currently the company serves more than 40,000 Chinese enterprises in fields such as aerospace, shipbuilding and high-end equipment. It has established an intelligent manufacturing research institute and five R&D centers nationwide, and invested heavily in the R&D of innovative technologies.

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China is at the global forefront of manufacturing, new electric vehicles and humanoid robots, with a solid manufacturing foundation and well-educated engineers, Li said, adding he is bullish on the prospects of the growth potential from the Chinese market.

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Hexagon has launched its first humanoid robot, which could be applied into a wide range of industrial scenarios, such as automotive, aerospace, transportation, warehousing and logistics.

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"China boasts the world's most complete industrial chain and is the largest application market, which is crucial for the development and implementation of humanoid robots." Li said the company will increase inputs in the humanoid robots field and seek more cooperation opportunities with local partners.

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China ranked as the world's largest manufacturer for the 15th consecutive year in 2024, and its manufacturing output accounted for about 30 percent of the global total, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

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Zhou Mi, a senior researcher at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation, said that China has not only lowered the threshold for foreign investment, but also introduced favorable policies for key industries as well as R&D and innovation, in order to guide and support foreign capital to flow into the high-tech sector.

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Chinese enterprises could learn advanced technologies and management experience from their foreign counterparts and improve innovation capacity and competitiveness, thereby injecting impetus into economic transformation and upgrading, Zhou said, adding that the increase in foreign investment in China's high-tech industry will yield positive returns for both sides.

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A total of 30,014 foreign-invested enterprises were newly established in the Chinese mainland in the first six months this year, representing a year-on-year growth of 11.7 percent, according to the Ministry of Commerce.

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The actual use of foreign direct investment in high-tech sectors reached 127.87 billion yuan ($17.8 billion), with FDI in the aerospace equipment manufacturing sector and medical instrument manufacturing sector growing by 36.2 percent and 17.7 percent, respectively.

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"Foreign enterprises have been, and will hopefully remain, a key contributor to the Chinese industrial modernization drive," said Denis Depoux, global managing director at management consultancy Roland Berger.

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China is committed to further opening up its services sector. Along with this transformation, there are plenty of opportunities for international collaboration, investment and joint development, he added.

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fanfeifei@chinadaily.com.cn

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Li Hongquan

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Swedish technology company Hexagon will continue to step up investment in China and seize the immense opportunities presented by the country's sharpened focus on bolstering digital transformation and industrial innovation, said a senior executive of the company.

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The company has complete research and development, manufacturing and supply chain systems in the Chinese market, said Li Hongquan, vice-president of Hexagon global and president of Hexagon China, adding that the country is the company's biggest single market, with revenue accounting for about 20 percent of its global total.

\n

As a leading global provider of information technology solutions, the company has contributed to China's industrialization and the high-quality development of its manufacturing sector, while integrating sensors, digital twin and virtual simulation technologies with artificial intelligence, Li said.

\n

According to Li, the company will build an intelligent industrial park covering the R&D of humanoid robots, AI and manufacturing in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, with construction expected to begin in the third quarter of this year.

\n

It will invest more in localized R&D, accelerate the localization of high-end measurement equipment and industrial software in China and provide tailor-made solutions in accordance with the demands of Chinese clients.

\n

According to him, China's emphasis on the development of new quality productive forces and digital transformation, as well as technological revolution brought about by AI and the pursuit of green and sustainable development offer the company many new opportunities.

\n

Li said that currently the company serves more than 40,000 Chinese enterprises in fields such as aerospace, shipbuilding and high-end equipment. It has established an intelligent manufacturing research institute and five R&D centers nationwide, and invested heavily in the R&D of innovative technologies.

\n

China is at the global forefront of manufacturing, new electric vehicles and humanoid robots, with a solid manufacturing foundation and well-educated engineers, Li said, adding he is bullish on the prospects of the growth potential from the Chinese market.

\n

Hexagon has launched its first humanoid robot, which could be applied into a wide range of industrial scenarios, such as automotive, aerospace, transportation, warehousing and logistics.

\n

"China boasts the world's most complete industrial chain and is the largest application market, which is crucial for the development and implementation of humanoid robots." Li said the company will increase inputs in the humanoid robots field and seek more cooperation opportunities with local partners.

\n

China ranked as the world's largest manufacturer for the 15th consecutive year in 2024, and its manufacturing output accounted for about 30 percent of the global total, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

\n

Zhou Mi, a senior researcher at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation, said that China has not only lowered the threshold for foreign investment, but also introduced favorable policies for key industries as well as R&D and innovation, in order to guide and support foreign capital to flow into the high-tech sector.

\n

Chinese enterprises could learn advanced technologies and management experience from their foreign counterparts and improve innovation capacity and competitiveness, thereby injecting impetus into economic transformation and upgrading, Zhou said, adding that the increase in foreign investment in China's high-tech industry will yield positive returns for both sides.

\n

A total of 30,014 foreign-invested enterprises were newly established in the Chinese mainland in the first six months this year, representing a year-on-year growth of 11.7 percent, according to the Ministry of Commerce.

\n

The actual use of foreign direct investment in high-tech sectors reached 127.87 billion yuan ($17.8 billion), with FDI in the aerospace equipment manufacturing sector and medical instrument manufacturing sector growing by 36.2 percent and 17.7 percent, respectively.

\n

"Foreign enterprises have been, and will hopefully remain, a key contributor to the Chinese industrial modernization drive," said Denis Depoux, global managing director at management consultancy Roland Berger.

\n

China is committed to further opening up its services sector. Along with this transformation, there are plenty of opportunities for international collaboration, investment and joint development, he added.

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fanfeifei@chinadaily.com.cn

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KUNMING — The challenge appeared almost insurmountable. It required brewing into a single cup of coffee the spirit of China's revolutionary struggle, meaning a fusion of the sacrifice, resilience and hope that defined those momentous years.

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For Zhang Shaoxiong, a technician sweltering in protective gear at Yunnan Comeng Industry Co Ltd (Comeng Coffee) in Baoshan, Southwest China's Yunnan province, this quest meant sifting through dozens of locally produced beans, conducting over 100 painstaking blending trials and tweaking roasting processes.

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His ultimate creation — The Age of Awakening — is a richly layered, mellow yet profound thematic coffee that resonates emotionally and is much more than just a co-branded release by the Baoshan Coffee Association and the Memorial Hall of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China in Shanghai last year. This blend of coffee also symbolizes the precision now demanded by China's soaring coffee culture, formalized in July by a new profession — State-certified coffee processing technicians.

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In a nation famed for tea, a new generation of technical artisans now manipulates chemistry to turn humble coffee beans into liquid sonatas, powering an industry surging toward a 1-trillion-yuan ($140 billion) value.

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The task of a State-certified coffee processing technician, one of 17 new professions recognized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, is officially defined with scientific specificity — practitioners convert coffee cherries into green-roasted beans, final products or derivatives by operating coffee processing equipment.

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The formalization of this profession demonstrates the maturation of China's coffee market and signals the sector's impending transition toward specialized, precision-oriented development.

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But for Zhang, what people see as simple roasting or grinding is just the tip of the coffee iceberg. "Coffee processing technicians are actually multiskilled flavor masters," he said.

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"Our craft requires intimate knowledge of each bean's 'birth certificate', razor-sharp sensory evaluation skills to dissect acidity, body and aftertaste across dozens of scenarios, and the ability to harness chemical reactions for targeted flavors," Zhang said, adding that rigorous quality control and data-driven analytics guarantee product consistency and safety.

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The pinnacle of a coffee processing technician's craft lies in precision blending — harmonizing bean varieties to create profiles that balance technical excellence and emotional resonance, much like Zhang's iconic revolutionary roast.

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This specialization drive, notably, isn't about boutique indulgence but rather economic necessity. China's coffee thirst is accelerating, with per capita consumption frequency surging from 5.6-fold annually in 2023 to sevenfold in 2024, with annual per capita consumption rising to 22.24 cups, fueled by domestic brands and diversified palates, said an industry development report released at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Shanghai International Coffee Culture Festival in late April.

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The market ballooned to 789.3 billion yuan in 2024 and is projected to exceed 1 trillion yuan in 2025, said market research firm iiMedia Research. There are more than 248,000 coffee-related enterprises operating across China, with new registrations jumping 16.8 percent year-on-year in the first half, statistics from the business info platform Tianyancha revealed.

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Experts said that as coffee consumption grows steadily, the industry's professionalization accelerates, evidenced by new specialized roles that naturally arise during this development stage.

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KUNMING — The challenge appeared almost insurmountable. It required brewing into a single cup of coffee the spirit of China's revolutionary struggle, meaning a fusion of the sacrifice, resilience and hope that defined those momentous years.

\n

For Zhang Shaoxiong, a technician sweltering in protective gear at Yunnan Comeng Industry Co Ltd (Comeng Coffee) in Baoshan, Southwest China's Yunnan province, this quest meant sifting through dozens of locally produced beans, conducting over 100 painstaking blending trials and tweaking roasting processes.

\n

His ultimate creation — The Age of Awakening — is a richly layered, mellow yet profound thematic coffee that resonates emotionally and is much more than just a co-branded release by the Baoshan Coffee Association and the Memorial Hall of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China in Shanghai last year. This blend of coffee also symbolizes the precision now demanded by China's soaring coffee culture, formalized in July by a new profession — State-certified coffee processing technicians.

\n

In a nation famed for tea, a new generation of technical artisans now manipulates chemistry to turn humble coffee beans into liquid sonatas, powering an industry surging toward a 1-trillion-yuan ($140 billion) value.

\n

The task of a State-certified coffee processing technician, one of 17 new professions recognized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, is officially defined with scientific specificity — practitioners convert coffee cherries into green-roasted beans, final products or derivatives by operating coffee processing equipment.

\n

The formalization of this profession demonstrates the maturation of China's coffee market and signals the sector's impending transition toward specialized, precision-oriented development.

\n

But for Zhang, what people see as simple roasting or grinding is just the tip of the coffee iceberg. "Coffee processing technicians are actually multiskilled flavor masters," he said.

\n

"Our craft requires intimate knowledge of each bean's 'birth certificate', razor-sharp sensory evaluation skills to dissect acidity, body and aftertaste across dozens of scenarios, and the ability to harness chemical reactions for targeted flavors," Zhang said, adding that rigorous quality control and data-driven analytics guarantee product consistency and safety.

\n

The pinnacle of a coffee processing technician's craft lies in precision blending — harmonizing bean varieties to create profiles that balance technical excellence and emotional resonance, much like Zhang's iconic revolutionary roast.

\n

This specialization drive, notably, isn't about boutique indulgence but rather economic necessity. China's coffee thirst is accelerating, with per capita consumption frequency surging from 5.6-fold annually in 2023 to sevenfold in 2024, with annual per capita consumption rising to 22.24 cups, fueled by domestic brands and diversified palates, said an industry development report released at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Shanghai International Coffee Culture Festival in late April.

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The market ballooned to 789.3 billion yuan in 2024 and is projected to exceed 1 trillion yuan in 2025, said market research firm iiMedia Research. There are more than 248,000 coffee-related enterprises operating across China, with new registrations jumping 16.8 percent year-on-year in the first half, statistics from the business info platform Tianyancha revealed.

\n

Experts said that as coffee consumption grows steadily, the industry's professionalization accelerates, evidenced by new specialized roles that naturally arise during this development stage.

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The Chinese yuan has strengthened steadily against the US dollar this year, with the offshore yuan gaining over 2 percent year-to-date.

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Economists attribute the increase to both external and domestic drivers. Globally, the US economy has been weighed down by high interest rates and trade policy uncertainties, weakening the dollar index. Meanwhile, domestically, China's resilient economic fundamentals, continued policy support, and more flexible exchange rate management have bolstered the renminbi.

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As of 4:30 pm on Tuesday, the offshore yuan, according to Wind Info, stood at 7.1857 per US dollar, up more than 2 percent since the start of the year.

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Wen Bin, chief economist at China Minsheng Bank, said, "Washington's new tax cuts and spending law, coupled with a downgrade of US sovereign credit rating, have heightened concerns over the sustainability of US fiscal policy, lending support to the yuan's appreciation against the dollar."

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At home, China has continued to roll out countercyclical, growth-stabilizing measures. With relatively steady economic data, advances in technological innovation and industrial upgrading, steps to curb "involution-style" competition that help stabilize prices, and recovering risk appetite in financial markets have all provided a firmer footing for the currency, Wen said.

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Duan Chao, chief macro analyst at Industrial Securities, said China's economy has shown notable resilience this year. Despite tariff-related headwinds from the United States, exports grew 7.2 percent year-on-year in the first half. He argued that China's commitment to high-quality development helps counter external uncertainties and contributes stability to global growth — a foundation for a stable yuan that is likely to persist.

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Duan added that China's economic resilience has kept the yuan steadier than the dollar, while policies introduced after US President Donald Trump's return to the White House have created major uncertainties, denting confidence in holding US assets over the long term.

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The US dollar closed the first half of 2025 with its steepest drop since 1973, as the dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of currencies of the US's key trading partners, slid about 11 percent during the first six months.

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While the currency rebounded 3.2 percent in July, recovering part of its losses, Morgan Stanley Research forecast further weakness, warning of an additional 10 percent decline by the end of 2026.

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The downturn was fueled by April's tariff announcements and the resulting policy and economic uncertainties, compounded by mounting concerns over growth, inflation and public debt.

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With the delayed effects of tariffs on growth and jobs, coupled with ongoing policy risks, downward pressure on the dollar is expected to persist. Foreign investors have also increased hedging on currency exposure to US assets, a move Morgan Stanley said will likely deepen the dollar's slide.

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In contrast, during this period, the steady performance of China's economy provided strong support for the yuan exchange rate. Accelerated cross-border capital inflows and increased holdings of yuan assets also boosted the currency, said Wang Youxin, a senior researcher at a research institute backed by Bank of China.

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China's central bank released its monetary policy implementation report for the second quarter of 2025 on Friday.

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The report reaffirmed the need to pursue a managed floating exchange rate regime based on market supply and demand with reference to a basket of currencies. It stressed upholding the decisive role of the market in the formation of the exchange rate, enhancing the resilience of the foreign exchange market, stabilizing expectations, firmly correcting pro-cyclical behavior, addressing any conduct that disrupts market order, and guarding against the risk of exchange rate overshooting, so as to keep the yuan exchange rate basically stable at an adaptive and equilibrium level.

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A research note from China Galaxy Securities pointed out that the central bank's remarks once again sent a policy signal of its commitment to maintaining basic stability in the currency market, helping guide market expectations and providing a proactive response to the potential rise in global financial market uncertainties.

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jiangxueqing@chinadaily.com.cn

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The Chinese yuan has strengthened steadily against the US dollar this year, with the offshore yuan gaining over 2 percent year-to-date.

\n

Economists attribute the increase to both external and domestic drivers. Globally, the US economy has been weighed down by high interest rates and trade policy uncertainties, weakening the dollar index. Meanwhile, domestically, China's resilient economic fundamentals, continued policy support, and more flexible exchange rate management have bolstered the renminbi.

\n

As of 4:30 pm on Tuesday, the offshore yuan, according to Wind Info, stood at 7.1857 per US dollar, up more than 2 percent since the start of the year.

\n

Wen Bin, chief economist at China Minsheng Bank, said, "Washington's new tax cuts and spending law, coupled with a downgrade of US sovereign credit rating, have heightened concerns over the sustainability of US fiscal policy, lending support to the yuan's appreciation against the dollar."

\n

At home, China has continued to roll out countercyclical, growth-stabilizing measures. With relatively steady economic data, advances in technological innovation and industrial upgrading, steps to curb "involution-style" competition that help stabilize prices, and recovering risk appetite in financial markets have all provided a firmer footing for the currency, Wen said.

\n

Duan Chao, chief macro analyst at Industrial Securities, said China's economy has shown notable resilience this year. Despite tariff-related headwinds from the United States, exports grew 7.2 percent year-on-year in the first half. He argued that China's commitment to high-quality development helps counter external uncertainties and contributes stability to global growth — a foundation for a stable yuan that is likely to persist.

\n

Duan added that China's economic resilience has kept the yuan steadier than the dollar, while policies introduced after US President Donald Trump's return to the White House have created major uncertainties, denting confidence in holding US assets over the long term.

\n

The US dollar closed the first half of 2025 with its steepest drop since 1973, as the dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of currencies of the US's key trading partners, slid about 11 percent during the first six months.

\n

While the currency rebounded 3.2 percent in July, recovering part of its losses, Morgan Stanley Research forecast further weakness, warning of an additional 10 percent decline by the end of 2026.

\n

The downturn was fueled by April's tariff announcements and the resulting policy and economic uncertainties, compounded by mounting concerns over growth, inflation and public debt.

\n

With the delayed effects of tariffs on growth and jobs, coupled with ongoing policy risks, downward pressure on the dollar is expected to persist. Foreign investors have also increased hedging on currency exposure to US assets, a move Morgan Stanley said will likely deepen the dollar's slide.

\n

In contrast, during this period, the steady performance of China's economy provided strong support for the yuan exchange rate. Accelerated cross-border capital inflows and increased holdings of yuan assets also boosted the currency, said Wang Youxin, a senior researcher at a research institute backed by Bank of China.

\n

China's central bank released its monetary policy implementation report for the second quarter of 2025 on Friday.

\n

The report reaffirmed the need to pursue a managed floating exchange rate regime based on market supply and demand with reference to a basket of currencies. It stressed upholding the decisive role of the market in the formation of the exchange rate, enhancing the resilience of the foreign exchange market, stabilizing expectations, firmly correcting pro-cyclical behavior, addressing any conduct that disrupts market order, and guarding against the risk of exchange rate overshooting, so as to keep the yuan exchange rate basically stable at an adaptive and equilibrium level.

\n

A research note from China Galaxy Securities pointed out that the central bank's remarks once again sent a policy signal of its commitment to maintaining basic stability in the currency market, helping guide market expectations and providing a proactive response to the potential rise in global financial market uncertainties.

\n

jiangxueqing@chinadaily.com.cn

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Consumers browse products at a Maidelong store in Wuhan, Hubei province.

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Maidelong, formerly known as Metro China, has renovated one of its stores in Beijing by adopting domestic counterpart Pangdonglai's celebrated retail practice, which centers on consumer experience.

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The launch marks the first step of Maidelong, a unit of Beijing-based retailer Wumart Group, toward a new membership-store format designed to demonstrate how a retailer can combine international sourcing and quality systems with localized innovation.

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The remodeled store aims for both a cosmopolitan and down-to-earth vibe, with changes ranging from a curated product mix and expanded fresh-food counters to consumer-friendly services and employee care.

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The product count has been streamlined to around 8,000 items, with an overall turnover rate of 55 percent, according to Maidelong.

\n

Fresh categories have received the biggest boost, with bakery and deli counters having grown nearly sixfold. A redesigned toy section now brims with blind boxes, trending IP figures, robotic dogs and STEM kits — products aimed at both children and nostalgic adults. Pet care is another highlight, with new shelves devoted to gourmet pet foods.

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Private-label products are key strengths of their store to keep prices and quality competitive yet differentiating. Wu Peiling, head of the store refurbishment project, said Maidelong's private-label brands — including M-Select — have taken center stage, accounting for over 70 percent of shelf space, posting double-digit sales growth for five consecutive years. Wu said about 200-300 new private-label items are expected to be launched annually.

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Roughly 40 percent of all products are either exclusive or imported. Snacks, beverages and personal care products are the strongest performers.

\n

Leveraging Maidelong's global sourcing capabilities, around 25 percent of the store's assortment is imported. Offerings range from Australian chilled beef ribs and Thai coconut water to Spanish craft beers, positioned alongside everyday staples at multiple price points.

\n

"We don't chase numbers," Wu said. "We watch consumer sentiment and macro trends. Shoppers today are budget-conscious yet determined to upgrade their daily diets — clean labels and trusted ingredients are non-negotiable."

\n

For Maidelong, the move is more than just a store upgrade — it represents a new strategic chapter in China to intensify localization to combat homogenization, particularly when the membership store format in the market is under pressure.

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Alibaba Group's grocery retail arm Hema, also known as Freshippo, officially exited the membership store business earlier this month, after shuttering all Hema X locations as it pivots toward more profitable formats.

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Sam's Club, the membership-only retail chain owned by Walmart Inc, has faced backlash from Chinese consumers over its recent introduction of mass market snacks that critics claim fall short of the brand's promise of premium quality. Despite that, Sam's Club has made progress in expanding in China during the first quarter, said consultancy Kantar Worldpanel China.

\n

Overall, the membership store format has seen penetration up 3.6 percentage points year-on-year in the first quarter, Kantar said.

\n

By borrowing best practices from Pangdonglai, Maidelong is seeking to adapt to an increasingly discerning Chinese consumer base.

\n

Beyond products, Maidelong has sought to redesign the shopping experience itself. The company has rolled out a "no-interruption shopping" policy — meaning no unsolicited sales pitches, no loud card promotions and wider aisles for a calmer atmosphere.

\n

A relaxation zone further softens the experience, offering free hot tea, microwave and ice services, along with a first-aid box, blood-pressure monitors, free stroller and wheelchair availability, and even pet-sitting. The additions are meant to turn routine errands into a relaxed, family-friendly outing, said the company.

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wangzhuoqiong@chinadaily.com.cn

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Consumers browse products at a Maidelong store in Wuhan, Hubei province.

\n

Maidelong, formerly known as Metro China, has renovated one of its stores in Beijing by adopting domestic counterpart Pangdonglai's celebrated retail practice, which centers on consumer experience.

\n

The launch marks the first step of Maidelong, a unit of Beijing-based retailer Wumart Group, toward a new membership-store format designed to demonstrate how a retailer can combine international sourcing and quality systems with localized innovation.

\n

The remodeled store aims for both a cosmopolitan and down-to-earth vibe, with changes ranging from a curated product mix and expanded fresh-food counters to consumer-friendly services and employee care.

\n

The product count has been streamlined to around 8,000 items, with an overall turnover rate of 55 percent, according to Maidelong.

\n

Fresh categories have received the biggest boost, with bakery and deli counters having grown nearly sixfold. A redesigned toy section now brims with blind boxes, trending IP figures, robotic dogs and STEM kits — products aimed at both children and nostalgic adults. Pet care is another highlight, with new shelves devoted to gourmet pet foods.

\n

Private-label products are key strengths of their store to keep prices and quality competitive yet differentiating. Wu Peiling, head of the store refurbishment project, said Maidelong's private-label brands — including M-Select — have taken center stage, accounting for over 70 percent of shelf space, posting double-digit sales growth for five consecutive years. Wu said about 200-300 new private-label items are expected to be launched annually.

\n

Roughly 40 percent of all products are either exclusive or imported. Snacks, beverages and personal care products are the strongest performers.

\n

Leveraging Maidelong's global sourcing capabilities, around 25 percent of the store's assortment is imported. Offerings range from Australian chilled beef ribs and Thai coconut water to Spanish craft beers, positioned alongside everyday staples at multiple price points.

\n

"We don't chase numbers," Wu said. "We watch consumer sentiment and macro trends. Shoppers today are budget-conscious yet determined to upgrade their daily diets — clean labels and trusted ingredients are non-negotiable."

\n

For Maidelong, the move is more than just a store upgrade — it represents a new strategic chapter in China to intensify localization to combat homogenization, particularly when the membership store format in the market is under pressure.

\n

Alibaba Group's grocery retail arm Hema, also known as Freshippo, officially exited the membership store business earlier this month, after shuttering all Hema X locations as it pivots toward more profitable formats.

\n

Sam's Club, the membership-only retail chain owned by Walmart Inc, has faced backlash from Chinese consumers over its recent introduction of mass market snacks that critics claim fall short of the brand's promise of premium quality. Despite that, Sam's Club has made progress in expanding in China during the first quarter, said consultancy Kantar Worldpanel China.

\n

Overall, the membership store format has seen penetration up 3.6 percentage points year-on-year in the first quarter, Kantar said.

\n

By borrowing best practices from Pangdonglai, Maidelong is seeking to adapt to an increasingly discerning Chinese consumer base.

\n

Beyond products, Maidelong has sought to redesign the shopping experience itself. The company has rolled out a "no-interruption shopping" policy — meaning no unsolicited sales pitches, no loud card promotions and wider aisles for a calmer atmosphere.

\n

A relaxation zone further softens the experience, offering free hot tea, microwave and ice services, along with a first-aid box, blood-pressure monitors, free stroller and wheelchair availability, and even pet-sitting. The additions are meant to turn routine errands into a relaxed, family-friendly outing, said the company.

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wangzhuoqiong@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors gather at a company's booth during a smart glasses expo in Shanghai on July 28.

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China's smart glasses market is believed to be experiencing a breakout this year, driven by rapid adoption of artificial intelligence-powered devices and surging consumer interest, said industry experts.

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Hangzhou, Zhejiang province-based smart eyewear manufacturer Rokid announced earlier last month that the company's star product, Rokid Glasses, has already sold 300,000 units. "Sales are no longer a concern this year — our primary focus is now on ramping up production," said Zhu Mingming, founder and CEO of the company.

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Yang Kexiao, head of innovative hardware at Shenzhen, Guangdong province-based smart glasses producer Rayneo, also noted a strong uptick in first-half product shipments. First-time buyers accounted for 81 percent of purchases, while the company also saw a 314 percent year-on-year increase in monthly active users, Yang said.

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Elsewhere, according to activation data from tech heavyweight Xiaomi, its newly launched AI glasses, released in late June, had surpassed 30,000 active users by July 2.

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Data from market consultancy IDC revealed that 494,000 smart glasses units were shipped in China during the first quarter of 2025, a 116.1 percent year-on-year increase.

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Globally, IDC forecasts that smart glasses shipments will reach 14.52 million units this year, up 42.5 percent year-on-year. The Chinese market alone is expected to account for 2.91 million units, up 121.1 percent year-on-year.

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As a major emerging sub-sector, AI glasses now dominate the smart glasses market, with shipments of AI-powered models surging to 78 percent of total sales in the first half — a sharp rise from just 46 percent a year earlier and from 66 percent in the latter half of 2024, according to data from research company Counterpoint.

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"The most significant highlight of the smart glasses industry's development this year lies in the deep integration of large AI models and AR (augmented reality) technology," said Wang Liansheng, an expert at the China Electronics Standardization Association, in an earlier interview with Securities Daily.

\n

Wang added that the next two years will be a critical period for the commercialization of smart glasses, where ecosystem development capabilities will be a key factor determining whether companies can achieve scalable growth.

\n

A research note from Founder Securities also pointed out that the combination of lightweight design and multimodal interaction capabilities is making AI glasses an ideal form factor for AI integration.

\n

"This momentum, coupled with advancements in lens technologies, is driving simultaneous growth in both sales volume and product pricing," it said.

\n

On the AI front, major players are incorporating proprietary large language models into their devices.

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For example, Xiaomi AI Glasses feature an in-house XiaoAi assistant; Huawei's Eyewear 2 is powered by its LLM Pangu; while Rayneo's X3 Pro has partnered with Alibaba's Qwen for a custom multimodal AI solution.

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Others are leveraging a combination of major LLMs. Rokid Glasses currently integrate multiple models, such as Qwen, DeepSeek, Doubao and ChatGLM. And Skyworth's first full-scenario AI smart glasses similarly support several mainstream models such as DeepSeek, Doubao and Qwen.

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Enabled by AI integration, the growing sophistication in voice and image recognition is creating richer human-machine interaction for smart glasses, said Ye Qingqing, an analyst at IDC China.

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"Going forward, AI-powered smart glasses are expected to unlock more practical and cost-effective applications," Ye said. "For the AI ecosystem, these glasses represent a highly efficient hardware endpoint, and both industries will mutually reinforce each other's growth."

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lijiaying@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors gather at a company's booth during a smart glasses expo in Shanghai on July 28.

\n\n

China's smart glasses market is believed to be experiencing a breakout this year, driven by rapid adoption of artificial intelligence-powered devices and surging consumer interest, said industry experts.

\n

Hangzhou, Zhejiang province-based smart eyewear manufacturer Rokid announced earlier last month that the company's star product, Rokid Glasses, has already sold 300,000 units. "Sales are no longer a concern this year — our primary focus is now on ramping up production," said Zhu Mingming, founder and CEO of the company.

\n

Yang Kexiao, head of innovative hardware at Shenzhen, Guangdong province-based smart glasses producer Rayneo, also noted a strong uptick in first-half product shipments. First-time buyers accounted for 81 percent of purchases, while the company also saw a 314 percent year-on-year increase in monthly active users, Yang said.

\n

Elsewhere, according to activation data from tech heavyweight Xiaomi, its newly launched AI glasses, released in late June, had surpassed 30,000 active users by July 2.

\n

Data from market consultancy IDC revealed that 494,000 smart glasses units were shipped in China during the first quarter of 2025, a 116.1 percent year-on-year increase.

\n

Globally, IDC forecasts that smart glasses shipments will reach 14.52 million units this year, up 42.5 percent year-on-year. The Chinese market alone is expected to account for 2.91 million units, up 121.1 percent year-on-year.

\n

As a major emerging sub-sector, AI glasses now dominate the smart glasses market, with shipments of AI-powered models surging to 78 percent of total sales in the first half — a sharp rise from just 46 percent a year earlier and from 66 percent in the latter half of 2024, according to data from research company Counterpoint.

\n

"The most significant highlight of the smart glasses industry's development this year lies in the deep integration of large AI models and AR (augmented reality) technology," said Wang Liansheng, an expert at the China Electronics Standardization Association, in an earlier interview with Securities Daily.

\n

Wang added that the next two years will be a critical period for the commercialization of smart glasses, where ecosystem development capabilities will be a key factor determining whether companies can achieve scalable growth.

\n

A research note from Founder Securities also pointed out that the combination of lightweight design and multimodal interaction capabilities is making AI glasses an ideal form factor for AI integration.

\n

"This momentum, coupled with advancements in lens technologies, is driving simultaneous growth in both sales volume and product pricing," it said.

\n

On the AI front, major players are incorporating proprietary large language models into their devices.

\n

For example, Xiaomi AI Glasses feature an in-house XiaoAi assistant; Huawei's Eyewear 2 is powered by its LLM Pangu; while Rayneo's X3 Pro has partnered with Alibaba's Qwen for a custom multimodal AI solution.

\n

Others are leveraging a combination of major LLMs. Rokid Glasses currently integrate multiple models, such as Qwen, DeepSeek, Doubao and ChatGLM. And Skyworth's first full-scenario AI smart glasses similarly support several mainstream models such as DeepSeek, Doubao and Qwen.

\n

Enabled by AI integration, the growing sophistication in voice and image recognition is creating richer human-machine interaction for smart glasses, said Ye Qingqing, an analyst at IDC China.

\n

"Going forward, AI-powered smart glasses are expected to unlock more practical and cost-effective applications," Ye said. "For the AI ecosystem, these glasses represent a highly efficient hardware endpoint, and both industries will mutually reinforce each other's growth."

\n

lijiaying@chinadaily.com.cn

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BEIJING — China's tourism boom is pushing upgrades in the hospitality sector, with shifting travel preferences and the growing popularity of digital technologies spurring hotels to embrace cultural integration, artificial intelligence and international management.

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In the first half of 2025, domestic tourist trips hit 3.285 billion, up 20.6 percent from a year earlier, according to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Summer travel is set to accelerate, with over 2.5 billion trips estimated, according to data from the China Tourism Academy.

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Hotel giants are feeling the heat. Shanghai Jin Jiang International Hotels Co Ltd, one of the world's largest hotel groups, reported welcoming more than 40.7 million guests to its Chinese hotels in July. In addition to the robust data, customers' hospitality demands are also changing.

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"Chinese travelers are no longer satisfied with just a bed for the night. They seek immersive, multifaceted experiences that turn hotels into hubs of exploration and engagement," said Qian Kang, vice-president of Jin Jiang Hotels.

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Integrating hospitality services with culture, commerce, tourism and sports, has been identified as a major strategic opportunity for the hotel market in 2025, according to an industrial survey released earlier this year by hotel market observer Huamei Consulting Group.

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In Shanghai, Jin Jiang Radisson Hotels launched a culinary initiative, offering exclusive dining deals and immersive food tours. The group has also turned hotels into cultural and entertainment spaces: partnerships with comedy clubs have transformed lobbies into "gag theaters" across 12 cities. At the same time, architectural tours invite guests to explore urban heritage starting from hotel premises.

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Jin Jiang Hotels China Region's AI voice system handles 70 percent of guest calls, resolving 86 percent of requests within 15 minutes, often coordinating with in-house robots for tasks like deliveries, according to Qian.

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"From booking to check-in and check-out, consumers seek a more convenient, efficient and personalized experience," Qian noted.

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In addition to surging domestic trips, growing inbound and outbound travels have stimulated hotels to be more international.

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For foreign guests visiting China, Jin Jiang has offered services including multilingual support, tailored meals and cultural experiences like tea ceremonies.

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Jin Jiang Hotels China Region, in partnership with Malaysia's Riyaz International, plans to open over 100 hotels in six Southeast Asian countries in five years.

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"Our overseas expansion strategy blends global standards with local insights," said Zhang Zhonghao, senior vice-president of Jin Jiang Hotels China Region. "We're not only exporting brands, but also building ecosystems that connect Chinese travelers with international destinations."

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BEIJING — China's tourism boom is pushing upgrades in the hospitality sector, with shifting travel preferences and the growing popularity of digital technologies spurring hotels to embrace cultural integration, artificial intelligence and international management.

\n

In the first half of 2025, domestic tourist trips hit 3.285 billion, up 20.6 percent from a year earlier, according to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Summer travel is set to accelerate, with over 2.5 billion trips estimated, according to data from the China Tourism Academy.

\n

Hotel giants are feeling the heat. Shanghai Jin Jiang International Hotels Co Ltd, one of the world's largest hotel groups, reported welcoming more than 40.7 million guests to its Chinese hotels in July. In addition to the robust data, customers' hospitality demands are also changing.

\n

"Chinese travelers are no longer satisfied with just a bed for the night. They seek immersive, multifaceted experiences that turn hotels into hubs of exploration and engagement," said Qian Kang, vice-president of Jin Jiang Hotels.

\n

Integrating hospitality services with culture, commerce, tourism and sports, has been identified as a major strategic opportunity for the hotel market in 2025, according to an industrial survey released earlier this year by hotel market observer Huamei Consulting Group.

\n

In Shanghai, Jin Jiang Radisson Hotels launched a culinary initiative, offering exclusive dining deals and immersive food tours. The group has also turned hotels into cultural and entertainment spaces: partnerships with comedy clubs have transformed lobbies into "gag theaters" across 12 cities. At the same time, architectural tours invite guests to explore urban heritage starting from hotel premises.

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Jin Jiang Hotels China Region's AI voice system handles 70 percent of guest calls, resolving 86 percent of requests within 15 minutes, often coordinating with in-house robots for tasks like deliveries, according to Qian.

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"From booking to check-in and check-out, consumers seek a more convenient, efficient and personalized experience," Qian noted.

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In addition to surging domestic trips, growing inbound and outbound travels have stimulated hotels to be more international.

\n

For foreign guests visiting China, Jin Jiang has offered services including multilingual support, tailored meals and cultural experiences like tea ceremonies.

\n

Jin Jiang Hotels China Region, in partnership with Malaysia's Riyaz International, plans to open over 100 hotels in six Southeast Asian countries in five years.

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"Our overseas expansion strategy blends global standards with local insights," said Zhang Zhonghao, senior vice-president of Jin Jiang Hotels China Region. "We're not only exporting brands, but also building ecosystems that connect Chinese travelers with international destinations."

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Visitors attend the 22nd China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference, or ChinaJoy, in Shanghai on Aug 2.

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Visitors play games developed by Blizzard at ChinaJoy in Shanghai on Aug 3.

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Chinese electronic games are continuously thriving in global markets, and are increasingly becoming carriers of culture to promote cross-cultural understanding and exchanges as a new universal language, said industry experts during the recent 22nd China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference, better known as ChinaJoy, in Shanghai.

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By the end of June, China had a record 679 million gamers. In the first half, actual sales revenue of the domestic game market totaled 168 billion yuan ($23.3 billion), up 14.08 percent year-on-year, according to a report released on July 31 by Zhang Yijun, first vice-chairman of the China Audio-Video and Digital Publishing Association.

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Overseas sales of Chinese games exceeded $9.5 billion in the first half, growing 11.07 percent year-on-year. The United States, Japan and South Korea continued to be the main overseas markets for Chinese games, accounting for 55.63 percent of total sales. European nations such as Germany, the United Kingdom and France are becoming emerging destinations for more Chinese games, said the report.

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From a global perspective, China continued to hold the position as the world's largest game exporter in the first half, ranking first with a share of 32.6 percent of global total, according to a report released by mobile analytics firm AppsFlyer.

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Over the past five years, Chinese games have entered the markets of more than 100 countries and regions around the world. In particular, games such as Honor of Kings and Genshin Impact have accumulated hundreds of millions of users globally, said Ao Ran, executive vice-chairman of the China Audio-Video and Digital Publishing Association.

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"China's gaming industry has shown a positive trend toward high-quality and sustainable development in recent years, since a large number of Chinese enterprises are collaboratively creating world-class innovative video games within the global supply chain. Notably, the fine traditional Chinese culture is becoming the unique source of innovation and a differentiating advantage for Chinese games," said Richard Yu, vice-president and editor-in-chief at Tencent Interactive Entertainment Group.

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The hit title Black Myth: Wukong, an action role-playing video game rooted in Chinese mythology, is a prime example of the worldwide appeal of Chinese video games with a strong cultural identity. Industry experts agree that games are rapidly developing beyond products for entertainment, and becoming a new cultural form integrating with advanced technologies and an important carrier of Chinese cultural aspects that keep expanding globally.

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Yu pointed out that more Chinese game producers are ramping up efforts to make high-quality original games that draw both domestic and international players. Instead of simply putting cultural elements together, they explore deep into Chinese cultural connotations and strive to interpret them in innovative, globalized and modern ways.

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"As a composite cultural carrier that integrates various art forms such as literature, music, film and fine arts, games naturally possess the potential to promote cross-cultural understanding and boast the advantage of crossing cultural boundaries. Their interactivity turns the players into 'interpreters' of different cultures," Yu added.

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Not only Chinese producers, but also foreign companies are eyeing opportunities in the global collaboration and cultural integration with games as a bond. Representatives of over 200 companies from nations such as Japan, South Korea, the UK, France and Finland gathered for potential partnerships at the China International Game Developers Conference, which was held on July 31 as part of this year's ChinaJoy.

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"There were barely no really successful Chinese console and PC games 10 years ago, but recently we have seen game studios and producers instilling Chinese culture to create something different. China has a wonderful historical culture and that's part of the creativity. In France, we are very much into culture in general, and Chinese culture is no exception — it is something that resonates a lot with us," said Yves Blehaut, senior vice-president of strategic partnerships at Microids, a French video game publisher and developer.

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Sony Interactive Entertainment (Shanghai) Ltd and its PlayStation gaming platform are also actively looking to contribute to China's console game ecosystems. Following the success of Black Myth: Wukong on its platform, the company is expecting to cultivate more local game developers in China and better connect the nation's gaming industry and culture with the world. In 2016, the company established the "China Hero Project" to support Chinese console game developers, connect with global counterparts, and help them grow globally with games featuring Chinese culture.

\n

"China has the world's most game users and is one of the most critical and potential markets for PlayStation. We have noticed very early the potential and passion of Chinese game developers. Collaborating with over 400 Chinese game developers and publishers, we aim to introduce good Chinese games to the world," said Tatsuo Eguchi, chairman and president of Sony Interactive Entertainment, at the conference.

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To better navigate Chinese game developers in overseas markets, the Research and Service Center for Game Globalization was inaugurated in Shanghai at the conference. It aims to provide one-stop services such as overseas market analysis, compliance guidance, financial services, legal protection and copyright protection.

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Moreover, a first batch of guidelines targeting the Japanese, South Korean, British and French markets were also released at the event to support Chinese games' global expansion, comprehensively covering sectors including policies, regulations, market environment, culture, customs and user preferences. More guidelines on other countries in regions such as North America, Europe, Southeast Asia and the Middle East will also be released this and next year.

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"The globalization of games ultimately involves a two-way cultural exchange. Games themselves are self-contained digital worlds where different cultures meet and spark inspiration. So while publishing Chinese games overseas, we also help introduce global cultures into China," said Yu of Tencent Interactive Entertainment.

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"We obviously see more foreign friends and international participation at ChinaJoy this year. With games building a globalized platform, we expect to enhance exchanges, reduce barriers and accelerate integration, which will carry us all farther," he added.

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Running from Aug 1 to 4, this year's ChinaJoy attracted over 790 business exhibitors from 37 countries and regions including the US, Canada, UK, Germany, Japan and South Korea.

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wangxin2@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors attend the 22nd China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference, or ChinaJoy, in Shanghai on Aug 2.

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Visitors play games developed by Blizzard at ChinaJoy in Shanghai on Aug 3.

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Chinese electronic games are continuously thriving in global markets, and are increasingly becoming carriers of culture to promote cross-cultural understanding and exchanges as a new universal language, said industry experts during the recent 22nd China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference, better known as ChinaJoy, in Shanghai.

\n

By the end of June, China had a record 679 million gamers. In the first half, actual sales revenue of the domestic game market totaled 168 billion yuan ($23.3 billion), up 14.08 percent year-on-year, according to a report released on July 31 by Zhang Yijun, first vice-chairman of the China Audio-Video and Digital Publishing Association.

\n

Overseas sales of Chinese games exceeded $9.5 billion in the first half, growing 11.07 percent year-on-year. The United States, Japan and South Korea continued to be the main overseas markets for Chinese games, accounting for 55.63 percent of total sales. European nations such as Germany, the United Kingdom and France are becoming emerging destinations for more Chinese games, said the report.

\n

From a global perspective, China continued to hold the position as the world's largest game exporter in the first half, ranking first with a share of 32.6 percent of global total, according to a report released by mobile analytics firm AppsFlyer.

\n

Over the past five years, Chinese games have entered the markets of more than 100 countries and regions around the world. In particular, games such as Honor of Kings and Genshin Impact have accumulated hundreds of millions of users globally, said Ao Ran, executive vice-chairman of the China Audio-Video and Digital Publishing Association.

\n

"China's gaming industry has shown a positive trend toward high-quality and sustainable development in recent years, since a large number of Chinese enterprises are collaboratively creating world-class innovative video games within the global supply chain. Notably, the fine traditional Chinese culture is becoming the unique source of innovation and a differentiating advantage for Chinese games," said Richard Yu, vice-president and editor-in-chief at Tencent Interactive Entertainment Group.

\n

The hit title Black Myth: Wukong, an action role-playing video game rooted in Chinese mythology, is a prime example of the worldwide appeal of Chinese video games with a strong cultural identity. Industry experts agree that games are rapidly developing beyond products for entertainment, and becoming a new cultural form integrating with advanced technologies and an important carrier of Chinese cultural aspects that keep expanding globally.

\n

Yu pointed out that more Chinese game producers are ramping up efforts to make high-quality original games that draw both domestic and international players. Instead of simply putting cultural elements together, they explore deep into Chinese cultural connotations and strive to interpret them in innovative, globalized and modern ways.

\n

"As a composite cultural carrier that integrates various art forms such as literature, music, film and fine arts, games naturally possess the potential to promote cross-cultural understanding and boast the advantage of crossing cultural boundaries. Their interactivity turns the players into 'interpreters' of different cultures," Yu added.

\n

Not only Chinese producers, but also foreign companies are eyeing opportunities in the global collaboration and cultural integration with games as a bond. Representatives of over 200 companies from nations such as Japan, South Korea, the UK, France and Finland gathered for potential partnerships at the China International Game Developers Conference, which was held on July 31 as part of this year's ChinaJoy.

\n

"There were barely no really successful Chinese console and PC games 10 years ago, but recently we have seen game studios and producers instilling Chinese culture to create something different. China has a wonderful historical culture and that's part of the creativity. In France, we are very much into culture in general, and Chinese culture is no exception — it is something that resonates a lot with us," said Yves Blehaut, senior vice-president of strategic partnerships at Microids, a French video game publisher and developer.

\n

Sony Interactive Entertainment (Shanghai) Ltd and its PlayStation gaming platform are also actively looking to contribute to China's console game ecosystems. Following the success of Black Myth: Wukong on its platform, the company is expecting to cultivate more local game developers in China and better connect the nation's gaming industry and culture with the world. In 2016, the company established the "China Hero Project" to support Chinese console game developers, connect with global counterparts, and help them grow globally with games featuring Chinese culture.

\n

"China has the world's most game users and is one of the most critical and potential markets for PlayStation. We have noticed very early the potential and passion of Chinese game developers. Collaborating with over 400 Chinese game developers and publishers, we aim to introduce good Chinese games to the world," said Tatsuo Eguchi, chairman and president of Sony Interactive Entertainment, at the conference.

\n

To better navigate Chinese game developers in overseas markets, the Research and Service Center for Game Globalization was inaugurated in Shanghai at the conference. It aims to provide one-stop services such as overseas market analysis, compliance guidance, financial services, legal protection and copyright protection.

\n

Moreover, a first batch of guidelines targeting the Japanese, South Korean, British and French markets were also released at the event to support Chinese games' global expansion, comprehensively covering sectors including policies, regulations, market environment, culture, customs and user preferences. More guidelines on other countries in regions such as North America, Europe, Southeast Asia and the Middle East will also be released this and next year.

\n

"The globalization of games ultimately involves a two-way cultural exchange. Games themselves are self-contained digital worlds where different cultures meet and spark inspiration. So while publishing Chinese games overseas, we also help introduce global cultures into China," said Yu of Tencent Interactive Entertainment.

\n

"We obviously see more foreign friends and international participation at ChinaJoy this year. With games building a globalized platform, we expect to enhance exchanges, reduce barriers and accelerate integration, which will carry us all farther," he added.

\n

Running from Aug 1 to 4, this year's ChinaJoy attracted over 790 business exhibitors from 37 countries and regions including the US, Canada, UK, Germany, Japan and South Korea.

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wangxin2@chinadaily.com.cn

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A view of Tencent Games' booth at ChinaJoy expo in Shanghai on Aug 2.

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Shanghai is advancing efforts to build itself into an international e-sports hub by introducing top-tier world-class tournaments and more supportive policies.

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Global video game developer Riot Games will hold the 2026 global championships for its signature game Valorant in Shanghai, Whalen Rozelle, the company's head of international publishing and e-sports, announced on Aug 1.

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The news was made public during the 2025 Global E-sports Summit, which was part of the China Digital Entertainment Expo &Conference, better known as ChinaJoy, held in Shanghai from Aug 1 to 4.

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The character-based 5v5 tactical game Valorant was first released in October 2019. Its global monthly active users have now exceeded 25 million, with a daily concurrent number of users reaching 4.2 million during peak times.

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In February 2023, Chinese tech giant Tencent, Riot Games' parent company, announced the introduction of Valorant and officially launched it five months later. Official data from a Tencent news conference in July showed that the number of concurrent users for Valorant on Chinese servers doubled from over 1 million in 2024 to 2 million in April this year. Preregistrations for the mobile version of Valorant exceeded 20 million before its official release in June. Over 50 million downloads were made in the first week.

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Riot Games set up a subsidiary in Shanghai in 2015 and built a research center in the city in 2021, the first overseas facility of its kind beyond its headquarters in Los Angeles. Despite the global pandemic, Shanghai managed to hold the global championship for Riot Games' blockbuster game League of Legends in 2020.

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All these are closely related to market energy, complete infrastructure and a mature e-sports community built up in Shanghai, said Rozelle.

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According to the interim report for the Chinese e-sports industry released during the Aug 1 summit, Shanghai held the majority 22.9 percent of all e-sports games held across China during the first six months of the year. The city is home to 34 e-sports clubs, outnumbering all other Chinese cities.

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Data from the municipal government show that Shanghai held nearly 2,300 e-sports games last year, generating nearly 1.12 billion yuan ($156 million) in income.

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The "Lingjing Fusion" action was officially announced by the Jing'an district government during the summit on Aug 1, with the intention to build an e-sports industry ecosystem in the district.

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Efforts will be made to attract e-sports and gaming companies from home and abroad to set up operations in Jing'an in the next three years. Newly established enterprises may be eligible for a maximum 10 million yuan startup subsidy, or a maximum 5 million yuan housing subsidy, and 30 million yuan of operating incentives.

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A one-time reward of up to 5 million yuan may be granted to well-known industry accomplishments. A maximum of 10 million yuan of one-time financial support will be provided to the construction of e-sports industrial parks based on the renovation of old venues. Projects advancing industrial upgrading by applying frontier technologies such as artificial intelligence or virtual reality to e-sports may be entitled to a one-time fiscal support input of up to 10 million yuan.

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A number of supportive policies have been rolled out in Shanghai over the past few years. In 2019, the municipal government released a set of 20 measures to complete infrastructure and enhance the overall business environment for e-sports companies. The municipal government launched last July its three-year action plan for 2024-26, saying that the city's direct income from e-sports games should exceed 8 billion yuan by the end of 2026.

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International cooperation is crucial. Therefore, the Culture and Tourism Bureau of Jing'an District signed a strategic memorandum of understanding with the E-sports Committee of China Audio-Video and Digital Publishing Association and the Japan e-Sports Union on Aug 1 to deepen cooperation in industrial internationalization, standard promulgation, technology innovation and exchanges, as well as nurturing talent.

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Zhang Yijun, first vice-chairman of China Audio-Video and Digital Publishing Association, said that local governments' financial and fiscal policies, combined with the optimization of industrial funds, have boosted the high-quality development of China's e-sports industry. Integrating technology, culture, entertainment and sales, the e-sports industry has helped to inject more vitality into the consumer market and generated a large number of job opportunities.

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According to the recently released half-year report for China's e-sports industry, sector revenue approached 12.8 billion yuan in the first six months, up 6.1 percent from a year earlier. Livestreaming of games contributed the majority — 80.38 percent of revenue.

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"China's e-sports industry has built a complete industrial chain, connecting livestreaming platforms for well-known games, clubs and cross-industry cooperation. The sector has become more regulated, mainstream and international," said Zhang.

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A view of Tencent Games' booth at ChinaJoy expo in Shanghai on Aug 2.

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Shanghai is advancing efforts to build itself into an international e-sports hub by introducing top-tier world-class tournaments and more supportive policies.

\n

Global video game developer Riot Games will hold the 2026 global championships for its signature game Valorant in Shanghai, Whalen Rozelle, the company's head of international publishing and e-sports, announced on Aug 1.

\n

The news was made public during the 2025 Global E-sports Summit, which was part of the China Digital Entertainment Expo &Conference, better known as ChinaJoy, held in Shanghai from Aug 1 to 4.

\n

The character-based 5v5 tactical game Valorant was first released in October 2019. Its global monthly active users have now exceeded 25 million, with a daily concurrent number of users reaching 4.2 million during peak times.

\n

In February 2023, Chinese tech giant Tencent, Riot Games' parent company, announced the introduction of Valorant and officially launched it five months later. Official data from a Tencent news conference in July showed that the number of concurrent users for Valorant on Chinese servers doubled from over 1 million in 2024 to 2 million in April this year. Preregistrations for the mobile version of Valorant exceeded 20 million before its official release in June. Over 50 million downloads were made in the first week.

\n

Riot Games set up a subsidiary in Shanghai in 2015 and built a research center in the city in 2021, the first overseas facility of its kind beyond its headquarters in Los Angeles. Despite the global pandemic, Shanghai managed to hold the global championship for Riot Games' blockbuster game League of Legends in 2020.

\n

All these are closely related to market energy, complete infrastructure and a mature e-sports community built up in Shanghai, said Rozelle.

\n

According to the interim report for the Chinese e-sports industry released during the Aug 1 summit, Shanghai held the majority 22.9 percent of all e-sports games held across China during the first six months of the year. The city is home to 34 e-sports clubs, outnumbering all other Chinese cities.

\n

Data from the municipal government show that Shanghai held nearly 2,300 e-sports games last year, generating nearly 1.12 billion yuan ($156 million) in income.

\n

The "Lingjing Fusion" action was officially announced by the Jing'an district government during the summit on Aug 1, with the intention to build an e-sports industry ecosystem in the district.

\n

Efforts will be made to attract e-sports and gaming companies from home and abroad to set up operations in Jing'an in the next three years. Newly established enterprises may be eligible for a maximum 10 million yuan startup subsidy, or a maximum 5 million yuan housing subsidy, and 30 million yuan of operating incentives.

\n

A one-time reward of up to 5 million yuan may be granted to well-known industry accomplishments. A maximum of 10 million yuan of one-time financial support will be provided to the construction of e-sports industrial parks based on the renovation of old venues. Projects advancing industrial upgrading by applying frontier technologies such as artificial intelligence or virtual reality to e-sports may be entitled to a one-time fiscal support input of up to 10 million yuan.

\n

A number of supportive policies have been rolled out in Shanghai over the past few years. In 2019, the municipal government released a set of 20 measures to complete infrastructure and enhance the overall business environment for e-sports companies. The municipal government launched last July its three-year action plan for 2024-26, saying that the city's direct income from e-sports games should exceed 8 billion yuan by the end of 2026.

\n

International cooperation is crucial. Therefore, the Culture and Tourism Bureau of Jing'an District signed a strategic memorandum of understanding with the E-sports Committee of China Audio-Video and Digital Publishing Association and the Japan e-Sports Union on Aug 1 to deepen cooperation in industrial internationalization, standard promulgation, technology innovation and exchanges, as well as nurturing talent.

\n

Zhang Yijun, first vice-chairman of China Audio-Video and Digital Publishing Association, said that local governments' financial and fiscal policies, combined with the optimization of industrial funds, have boosted the high-quality development of China's e-sports industry. Integrating technology, culture, entertainment and sales, the e-sports industry has helped to inject more vitality into the consumer market and generated a large number of job opportunities.

\n

According to the recently released half-year report for China's e-sports industry, sector revenue approached 12.8 billion yuan in the first six months, up 6.1 percent from a year earlier. Livestreaming of games contributed the majority — 80.38 percent of revenue.

\n

"China's e-sports industry has built a complete industrial chain, connecting livestreaming platforms for well-known games, clubs and cross-industry cooperation. The sector has become more regulated, mainstream and international," said Zhang.

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shijing@chinadaily.com.cn

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Lukas Nmecha celebrates scoring Leeds' winning goal against Everton during an English Premier League match at Elland Road in Leeds, England, on Monday.

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Jack Grealish was unable to inspire Everton, making his club debut in the second-half of a 1-0 loss to newly promoted Leeds in the Premier League on Monday.

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The England forward, once a poster boy of English soccer, is looking to reignite his career after leaving Manchester City on loan, but had to be content with a place on the bench for Everton's opening game.

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Grealish entered in the 71st minute when the score was 0-0 at Elland Road and struggled to make an impact, before Leeds was awarded a penalty when Everton captain James Tarkowski blocked a goal-bound shot with his left arm as he leaned his body toward the ball.

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Lukas Nmecha, a summer signing only on the field for six minutes as a substitute, stroked the spotkick past Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford with just his third touch of the ball for the only goal in the 84th.

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Pickford prepared for the penalty by referring to his water bottle, where he usually has the names of potential opposition penalty-takers, and where they might place their attempt, on a piece of paper taped to the side.

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"That was a bit of a bluff, to be fair," said Nmecha, a German-born winger who joined on a free transfer from Wolfsburg. "I don't think I was one of the names on there."

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Everton manager David Moyes was unhappy at the awarding of the penalty, saying "it wasn't fair", because Tarkowski's arm wasn't in an unnatural position.

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"Tarky would have had to get his arm chopped off," Moyes said.

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"It wasn't outside his body, he wasn't doing anything different."

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The match appeared to be meandering towards a stalemate until Tarkowski was harshly adjudged to have handled Anton Stach's driven shot.

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"It's not a penalty," said an aggrieved Tarkowski.

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"I was pretty convinced it was going to get overturned (by VAR).

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"A bizarre moment and it cost us the point in the end."

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Everton, which failed to register a shot on goal in the first half, will hope for a better performance on Sunday, when the team hosts Brighton for the first competitive game in its new, 53,000-seat waterfront stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, which has replaced Goodison Park as Everton's home.

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Everton handed a debut to Manchester City loanee Grealish in the second half, but the Toffees were left to rue its toothless showing in the opening 45 minutes.

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Leeds was making its return to the Premier League after a two-year absence, and was the second promoted team to win in the opening round, after Sunderland.

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The Yorkshire club is aiming to buck the trend of the past two seasons that have seen all three promoted clubs relegated.

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Leeds boss Daniel Farke has also struggled previously with the step up to the English top-flight during two attempts as Norwich manager.

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But, after Sunderland beat West Ham 3-0 on Saturday, two of the three promoted sides have won on the opening weekend for only the third time in the Premier League era.

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Leeds stormed to promotion by winning the Championship title with 100 points last season, and Farke's men started their latest foray into the English top flight in confident fashion.

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The home side was dominant in the opening half with 12 shots on goal, but only once made Pickford work, forcing the England goalkeeper into a block from a Joel Piroe shot.

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Grealish's introduction coincided with Everton's best spell of the game.

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Lucas Perri, one of Leeds' eight summer signings, made an impressive save at his near post to turn behind a powerful Carlos Alcaraz strike before Jake O'Brien headed the resulting corner over.

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Just as Leeds looked like it might have to hold on for a point, it was gifted the chance for a perfect start with all three.

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There was little Tarkowski could do, as his left arm was down by his side when it blocked Stach's effort.

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Nmecha stayed calm amid the furore, with the German international finding the bottom corner.

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"For a newly promoted side, it (Elland Road) has to become a fortress," said Farke.

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"It's great to see the joy and the pride in their (the fans) eyes. It's great to give the supporters, who are so emotional and care so much about their club, something to cheer."

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Tarkowski had a chance to make amends with an equalizer, but he headed over.

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Lukas Nmecha celebrates scoring Leeds' winning goal against Everton during an English Premier League match at Elland Road in Leeds, England, on Monday.

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Jack Grealish was unable to inspire Everton, making his club debut in the second-half of a 1-0 loss to newly promoted Leeds in the Premier League on Monday.

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The England forward, once a poster boy of English soccer, is looking to reignite his career after leaving Manchester City on loan, but had to be content with a place on the bench for Everton's opening game.

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Grealish entered in the 71st minute when the score was 0-0 at Elland Road and struggled to make an impact, before Leeds was awarded a penalty when Everton captain James Tarkowski blocked a goal-bound shot with his left arm as he leaned his body toward the ball.

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Lukas Nmecha, a summer signing only on the field for six minutes as a substitute, stroked the spotkick past Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford with just his third touch of the ball for the only goal in the 84th.

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Pickford prepared for the penalty by referring to his water bottle, where he usually has the names of potential opposition penalty-takers, and where they might place their attempt, on a piece of paper taped to the side.

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"That was a bit of a bluff, to be fair," said Nmecha, a German-born winger who joined on a free transfer from Wolfsburg. "I don't think I was one of the names on there."

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Everton manager David Moyes was unhappy at the awarding of the penalty, saying "it wasn't fair", because Tarkowski's arm wasn't in an unnatural position.

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"Tarky would have had to get his arm chopped off," Moyes said.

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"It wasn't outside his body, he wasn't doing anything different."

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The match appeared to be meandering towards a stalemate until Tarkowski was harshly adjudged to have handled Anton Stach's driven shot.

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"It's not a penalty," said an aggrieved Tarkowski.

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"I was pretty convinced it was going to get overturned (by VAR).

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"A bizarre moment and it cost us the point in the end."

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Everton, which failed to register a shot on goal in the first half, will hope for a better performance on Sunday, when the team hosts Brighton for the first competitive game in its new, 53,000-seat waterfront stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, which has replaced Goodison Park as Everton's home.

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Everton handed a debut to Manchester City loanee Grealish in the second half, but the Toffees were left to rue its toothless showing in the opening 45 minutes.

\n

Leeds was making its return to the Premier League after a two-year absence, and was the second promoted team to win in the opening round, after Sunderland.

\n

The Yorkshire club is aiming to buck the trend of the past two seasons that have seen all three promoted clubs relegated.

\n

Leeds boss Daniel Farke has also struggled previously with the step up to the English top-flight during two attempts as Norwich manager.

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But, after Sunderland beat West Ham 3-0 on Saturday, two of the three promoted sides have won on the opening weekend for only the third time in the Premier League era.

\n

Leeds stormed to promotion by winning the Championship title with 100 points last season, and Farke's men started their latest foray into the English top flight in confident fashion.

\n

The home side was dominant in the opening half with 12 shots on goal, but only once made Pickford work, forcing the England goalkeeper into a block from a Joel Piroe shot.

\n

Grealish's introduction coincided with Everton's best spell of the game.

\n

Lucas Perri, one of Leeds' eight summer signings, made an impressive save at his near post to turn behind a powerful Carlos Alcaraz strike before Jake O'Brien headed the resulting corner over.

\n

Just as Leeds looked like it might have to hold on for a point, it was gifted the chance for a perfect start with all three.

\n

There was little Tarkowski could do, as his left arm was down by his side when it blocked Stach's effort.

\n

Nmecha stayed calm amid the furore, with the German international finding the bottom corner.

\n

"For a newly promoted side, it (Elland Road) has to become a fortress," said Farke.

\n

"It's great to see the joy and the pride in their (the fans) eyes. It's great to give the supporters, who are so emotional and care so much about their club, something to cheer."

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Tarkowski had a chance to make amends with an equalizer, but he headed over.

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Liverpool's Ben Doak (left) has joined Bournemouth in a deal worth up to $34 million, while Rennes striker Arnaud Kalimuendo has signed for Nottingham Forest in a $35 million deal.

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Winger Ben Doak has joined Bournemouth in a deal worth up to 25 million pounds ($34 million), taking Liverpool's tally from player sales beyond 200 million pounds during this transfer window.

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The 19-year-old, who joined from Celtic for just 600,000 pounds in 2022, made only 10 appearances for the Liverpool first team.

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Doak impressed during a loan spell at second tier Middlesbrough, and picked up six international caps for Scotland last season.

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The BBC reported that Bournemouth will pay an initial 20 million pounds with a further 5 million in add-ons.

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"I feel like it's the right time for me, and it's a great opportunity to play regular football at the highest level. It feels like the perfect fit," said Doak.

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"The team plays very nice football. It's fast and it really suits my game, so I felt like I couldn't say no to the chance to play here."

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Doak follows Luis Diaz, Darwin Nunez, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Caoimhin Kelleher, Jarell Quansah and Tyler Morton in leaving the Premier League champion in recent months.

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That has allowed the Reds to spend around 300 million pounds on strengthening Arne Slot's squad with the signings of Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Giovanni Leoni.

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More arrivals are expected at Anfield before the close of the summer window in two weeks.

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A 110-million-pound bid for Newcastle's Alexander Isak has been reportedly rejected, while Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi is also closing in on a move to the Anfield outfit.

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Meanwhile, French striker Arnaud Kalimuendo has signed a five-year contract with Nottingham Forest, the Premier League club announced on Monday.

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According to French media, the transfer paid to his former club Rennes is believed to be at least 30 million euros ($35 million).

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"Nottingham Forest is delighted to announce the signing of Arnaud Kalimuendo, who joins the club on a five-year deal," read a statement on the English club's website.

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The 23-year-old came through the ranks at Paris Saint-Germain, before enjoying a breakthrough season at Ligue 1 side Rennes last year, where he netted 18 times in 34 appearances in all competitions.

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Prior to joining Rennes in 2022, he made five appearances for PSG and enjoyed success during a loan spell at Lens — scoring 21 goals in 65 outings.

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"When I heard about the interest from Forest, I was honored. This is a proud moment for me, joining a team that had a strong season last year and a club with great history," said Kalimuendo.

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"I'm ready for the challenge, and I arrive here with good experience. I had a good season last year with goals and assists, but I want more and want to reach a new level here."

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Two-time European champion Nottingham Forest finished the 2024-25 season in seventh place after, surprisingly, spending much of the season in the Premier League's top three.

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Liverpool's Ben Doak (left) has joined Bournemouth in a deal worth up to $34 million, while Rennes striker Arnaud Kalimuendo has signed for Nottingham Forest in a $35 million deal.

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Winger Ben Doak has joined Bournemouth in a deal worth up to 25 million pounds ($34 million), taking Liverpool's tally from player sales beyond 200 million pounds during this transfer window.

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The 19-year-old, who joined from Celtic for just 600,000 pounds in 2022, made only 10 appearances for the Liverpool first team.

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Doak impressed during a loan spell at second tier Middlesbrough, and picked up six international caps for Scotland last season.

\n

The BBC reported that Bournemouth will pay an initial 20 million pounds with a further 5 million in add-ons.

\n

"I feel like it's the right time for me, and it's a great opportunity to play regular football at the highest level. It feels like the perfect fit," said Doak.

\n

"The team plays very nice football. It's fast and it really suits my game, so I felt like I couldn't say no to the chance to play here."

\n

Doak follows Luis Diaz, Darwin Nunez, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Caoimhin Kelleher, Jarell Quansah and Tyler Morton in leaving the Premier League champion in recent months.

\n

That has allowed the Reds to spend around 300 million pounds on strengthening Arne Slot's squad with the signings of Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Giovanni Leoni.

\n

More arrivals are expected at Anfield before the close of the summer window in two weeks.

\n

A 110-million-pound bid for Newcastle's Alexander Isak has been reportedly rejected, while Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi is also closing in on a move to the Anfield outfit.

\n

Meanwhile, French striker Arnaud Kalimuendo has signed a five-year contract with Nottingham Forest, the Premier League club announced on Monday.

\n

According to French media, the transfer paid to his former club Rennes is believed to be at least 30 million euros ($35 million).

\n

"Nottingham Forest is delighted to announce the signing of Arnaud Kalimuendo, who joins the club on a five-year deal," read a statement on the English club's website.

\n

The 23-year-old came through the ranks at Paris Saint-Germain, before enjoying a breakthrough season at Ligue 1 side Rennes last year, where he netted 18 times in 34 appearances in all competitions.

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Prior to joining Rennes in 2022, he made five appearances for PSG and enjoyed success during a loan spell at Lens — scoring 21 goals in 65 outings.

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"When I heard about the interest from Forest, I was honored. This is a proud moment for me, joining a team that had a strong season last year and a club with great history," said Kalimuendo.

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"I'm ready for the challenge, and I arrive here with good experience. I had a good season last year with goals and assists, but I want more and want to reach a new level here."

\n

Two-time European champion Nottingham Forest finished the 2024-25 season in seventh place after, surprisingly, spending much of the season in the Premier League's top three.

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Jayden Daniels (left) of the Washington Commanders talks with Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals after an NFL preseason game at Northwest Stadium on Monday in Landover, Maryland.

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LANDOVER, Maryland — In a matchup of LSU Heisman Trophy-winning quarterbacks, Jayden Daniels rushed for a 14-yard touchdown in his lone possession, while Joe Burrow directed two touchdown drives in the Cincinnati Bengals'31-17 win over the Washington Commanders on Monday night.

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Burrow played three possessions, completing nine of 14 passes for 62 yards. The 2020 Heisman winner found wide receiver Charlie Jones for a four-yard touchdown reception on his final toss. Running back Chase Brown's one-yard touchdown on fourth-and-goal capped a 58-yard drive on the opening possession at Northwest Stadium.

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The Bengals (1-1) planned on using their starters longer in preseason games to hopefully avoid a string of poor regular-season starts. Over the two games with Burrow playing at quarterback, Cincinnati has scored touchdowns on four of five possessions.

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"Those are just incredibly valuable reps. Usually, you work out those kinks in the first couple of weeks in the regular season, and we've worked them out the last two weeks," Burrow said.

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Head coach Zac Taylor had his share of nitpicks, as all coaches do, but said he likes "where this offense and this team is at right now, at this point".

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In Daniels' likely only preseason appearance, Washington (0-2) drove 74 yards on four plays to tie the score 7-7. Following runs of 19 and 40 yards by Deebo Samuel and Chris Rodriguez, respectively, Daniels evaded pass rushers and suspect tackling for a 14-yard dash up the middle. The reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year and 2023 Heisman recipient did not attempt a pass, nor a slide on the touchdown despite running into traffic.

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"I'm playing football. I know everybody puts an emphasis on the preseason, but it's a game to me," Daniels said.

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Washington head coach Dan Quinn would prefer his star quarterback to, at times, choose caution in those spots, "but it is part of his game. It's what makes him a special player".

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Considering the Commanders played without three offensive line starters, two starting receivers, and tight end Zach Ertz, limiting Daniels' exposure to hits and a slick field courtesy of pregame rain was probably the proper call. Terry McLaurin, a 2024 second-team All-Pro wide receiver, remains a non-participant amid a contract dispute.

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Rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt raced for a 27-yard touchdown on Washington's second possession and finished with 46 yards on 11 carries. The seventh-round pick became a training camp sensation for the Commanders, and his scoring scamper won't dampen any enthusiasm. Rodriguez increased his chances for a rotation spot by rushing for a team-high 62 yards on six carries.

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Matt Gay's 27-yard field goal accounted for Washington's second-half scoring. Cincinnati kicker Evan McPherson drilled a 54-yard field goal with 3:06 remaining.

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Receiving notice

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Bengals roster hopeful Mitchell Tinsley made two impressive touchdown catches — both from quarterback Jake Browning — in a span of 20 seconds late in the first half. Following linebacker Barrett Carter's interception, the wide receiver's leaping, toe-tapping reception with 14 seconds remaining gave Cincinnati a 28-14 halftime lead.

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Robinson removed

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Commanders RB Brian Robinson did not dress for Monday's game, nor was he at Northwest Stadium amid recent reports of Washington seeking to trade the four-year veteran. Quinn said that he and general manager Adam Peters informed Robinson of their decision to sit him out on Sunday afternoon. Quinn declined to share Robinson's reaction. "News like that is not always that easy," the coach said.

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Robinson rushed for 799 yards and eight touchdowns last season, but the emergence of Croskey-Merritt has the Commanders reconsidering their backfield options.

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Jayden Daniels (left) of the Washington Commanders talks with Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals after an NFL preseason game at Northwest Stadium on Monday in Landover, Maryland.

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LANDOVER, Maryland — In a matchup of LSU Heisman Trophy-winning quarterbacks, Jayden Daniels rushed for a 14-yard touchdown in his lone possession, while Joe Burrow directed two touchdown drives in the Cincinnati Bengals'31-17 win over the Washington Commanders on Monday night.

\n

Burrow played three possessions, completing nine of 14 passes for 62 yards. The 2020 Heisman winner found wide receiver Charlie Jones for a four-yard touchdown reception on his final toss. Running back Chase Brown's one-yard touchdown on fourth-and-goal capped a 58-yard drive on the opening possession at Northwest Stadium.

\n

The Bengals (1-1) planned on using their starters longer in preseason games to hopefully avoid a string of poor regular-season starts. Over the two games with Burrow playing at quarterback, Cincinnati has scored touchdowns on four of five possessions.

\n

"Those are just incredibly valuable reps. Usually, you work out those kinks in the first couple of weeks in the regular season, and we've worked them out the last two weeks," Burrow said.

\n

Head coach Zac Taylor had his share of nitpicks, as all coaches do, but said he likes "where this offense and this team is at right now, at this point".

\n

In Daniels' likely only preseason appearance, Washington (0-2) drove 74 yards on four plays to tie the score 7-7. Following runs of 19 and 40 yards by Deebo Samuel and Chris Rodriguez, respectively, Daniels evaded pass rushers and suspect tackling for a 14-yard dash up the middle. The reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year and 2023 Heisman recipient did not attempt a pass, nor a slide on the touchdown despite running into traffic.

\n

"I'm playing football. I know everybody puts an emphasis on the preseason, but it's a game to me," Daniels said.

\n

Washington head coach Dan Quinn would prefer his star quarterback to, at times, choose caution in those spots, "but it is part of his game. It's what makes him a special player".

\n

Considering the Commanders played without three offensive line starters, two starting receivers, and tight end Zach Ertz, limiting Daniels' exposure to hits and a slick field courtesy of pregame rain was probably the proper call. Terry McLaurin, a 2024 second-team All-Pro wide receiver, remains a non-participant amid a contract dispute.

\n

Rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt raced for a 27-yard touchdown on Washington's second possession and finished with 46 yards on 11 carries. The seventh-round pick became a training camp sensation for the Commanders, and his scoring scamper won't dampen any enthusiasm. Rodriguez increased his chances for a rotation spot by rushing for a team-high 62 yards on six carries.

\n

Matt Gay's 27-yard field goal accounted for Washington's second-half scoring. Cincinnati kicker Evan McPherson drilled a 54-yard field goal with 3:06 remaining.

\n

Receiving notice

\n

Bengals roster hopeful Mitchell Tinsley made two impressive touchdown catches — both from quarterback Jake Browning — in a span of 20 seconds late in the first half. Following linebacker Barrett Carter's interception, the wide receiver's leaping, toe-tapping reception with 14 seconds remaining gave Cincinnati a 28-14 halftime lead.

\n

Robinson removed

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Commanders RB Brian Robinson did not dress for Monday's game, nor was he at Northwest Stadium amid recent reports of Washington seeking to trade the four-year veteran. Quinn said that he and general manager Adam Peters informed Robinson of their decision to sit him out on Sunday afternoon. Quinn declined to share Robinson's reaction. "News like that is not always that easy," the coach said.

\n

Robinson rushed for 799 yards and eight touchdowns last season, but the emergence of Croskey-Merritt has the Commanders reconsidering their backfield options.

\n

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Zheng Qinwen has opened up about her mental realignment and desire to finally conquer a Grand Slam and defend her Paris title, following her return from arthroscopic elbow surgery in July.

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With elbow surgery putting her meteoric career rise on hold, Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen has embraced the layoff, using it to reset herself, physically and mentally, in order to scale greater heights with more consistency.

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One month after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on her right elbow, Zheng, a super competitive athlete nicknamed "Fire" as a junior and known as "Queen Wen" now, has finally come to terms with the grueling nature of professional tennis — failure is an integral part of the job, and growing from pain is part of the elite game.

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In a recent interview with China Media Group, the reigning Olympic champion opened up about her up-and-down season so far, her maturing mental game and the drive to win her first major.

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"'Every inch of growth comes with a bit of pain.' That's a saying that has resonated with me recently," said Zheng, whose injury-plagued 2025 season was put on indefinite pause after a first-round defeat to Katerina Siniakova at Wimbledon.

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As the pain in her surgically repaired elbow eases, the challenge of living with the mental and emotional scars of every disheartening loss remains a formidable one, Zheng noted.

\n

As encouraging as all the triumphant moments on court are, highlighted by her history-making Paris 2024 win, setbacks — such as early exits at majors, upsets against opponents that, on paper, she should be beating and reoccurring injuries — can also push her forward if handled in the right way, she said.

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And she's learned to traverse the hard path better, drawing strength from the best in the business.

\n

"You need to learn how to coexist with pain," Zheng said in the interview following a ceremony on Saturday where she was named among the 10 most "nation-moving" figures across all walks of life in 2024 by CMG for her Paris heroics.

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"I've started to practice and I can play now, though I still feel it in my elbow. How to live with pain and control it is part of the everyday routine of a pro athlete.

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" (Rafael) Nadal basically carried injuries with him throughout the majority of his career and still ended up becoming one of the game's greatest. His stories are so inspiring for me.

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"There will always be ups and downs in professional tennis. The 2025 season didn't go easy on me in the beginning, with my performance affected by the injury.

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"But, I told myself it's only temporary, and that I should focus on the process (of my comeback)."

\n

Having already decided to skip the US Open due to her lengthy rehab, Zheng seems quite positive about returning to action in time for the hard-court season's China swing, beginning with the WTA 1000 China Open, the main draw of which kicks off on Sept 24.

\n

Ten days after her surgery, Zheng's new fitness coach Gabriel Echevarria began posting photos on Instagram showing that Zheng's endurance training and strength and conditioning sessions are progressing well and are on track.

\n

Should she come back 100 percent fit, Zheng's season-ending campaign will garner high expectations, considering some of her 2025 highlights when she was healthy.

\n

After having lost to Belarusian star Aryna Sabalenka six times in a row, Zheng backed up her improved strength on clay with a career-first win against the world No 1 in their seventh encounter in the quarterfinals of the Rome Open in May.

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To eventually outplay the mighty three-time major winner felt like scaling a personal mountain for Zheng, who faced criticism from fans and media for a perceived lack of fight during her first six losses to the power-hitting Sabalenka.

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Yet, the challenge of getting over a higher obstacle — her own mental stability — at high-stakes moments still seems a tall task, underlined by Zheng's seventh defeat to Sabalenka in the quarters at Roland Garros, a month later.

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A crestfallen Zheng, looking inconsolable after the straight-sets loss, summed up her failed attempt to tame her bitter rival again as a reflection of her mental vulnerability.

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"I've always felt I have a fire burning within me and sometimes it consumes me when I want to win so much, so I can't focus on taking care of the process well," said the 22-year-old Hubei province native.

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"The higher I climb on the professional stage, the more I realize that I've been competing against myself.

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"I should try to learn to stay composed after each disappointment, move on with a positive mindset and focus on training the next day.

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"I allow myself 24 hours to stay disappointed after each loss, and then I will get rid of all the negative emotions and start over."

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Looking forward to the career ahead of her, Zheng admitted that winning a Grand Slam title remains high on her agenda, while she's not ruling out the opportunity to defend her Olympic gold medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

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"It sounds a remote target right now, but I will, for sure, keep elevating my game until then, trying to improve myself to the best possible level (for LA28)," said Zheng, who's racked up five career singles titles on the WTA Tour and the Olympics.

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sunxiaochen@chinadaily.com.cn

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Zheng Qinwen has opened up about her mental realignment and desire to finally conquer a Grand Slam and defend her Paris title, following her return from arthroscopic elbow surgery in July.

\n

With elbow surgery putting her meteoric career rise on hold, Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen has embraced the layoff, using it to reset herself, physically and mentally, in order to scale greater heights with more consistency.

\n

One month after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on her right elbow, Zheng, a super competitive athlete nicknamed "Fire" as a junior and known as "Queen Wen" now, has finally come to terms with the grueling nature of professional tennis — failure is an integral part of the job, and growing from pain is part of the elite game.

\n

In a recent interview with China Media Group, the reigning Olympic champion opened up about her up-and-down season so far, her maturing mental game and the drive to win her first major.

\n

"'Every inch of growth comes with a bit of pain.' That's a saying that has resonated with me recently," said Zheng, whose injury-plagued 2025 season was put on indefinite pause after a first-round defeat to Katerina Siniakova at Wimbledon.

\n

As the pain in her surgically repaired elbow eases, the challenge of living with the mental and emotional scars of every disheartening loss remains a formidable one, Zheng noted.

\n

As encouraging as all the triumphant moments on court are, highlighted by her history-making Paris 2024 win, setbacks — such as early exits at majors, upsets against opponents that, on paper, she should be beating and reoccurring injuries — can also push her forward if handled in the right way, she said.

\n

And she's learned to traverse the hard path better, drawing strength from the best in the business.

\n

"You need to learn how to coexist with pain," Zheng said in the interview following a ceremony on Saturday where she was named among the 10 most "nation-moving" figures across all walks of life in 2024 by CMG for her Paris heroics.

\n

"I've started to practice and I can play now, though I still feel it in my elbow. How to live with pain and control it is part of the everyday routine of a pro athlete.

\n

" (Rafael) Nadal basically carried injuries with him throughout the majority of his career and still ended up becoming one of the game's greatest. His stories are so inspiring for me.

\n

"There will always be ups and downs in professional tennis. The 2025 season didn't go easy on me in the beginning, with my performance affected by the injury.

\n

"But, I told myself it's only temporary, and that I should focus on the process (of my comeback)."

\n

Having already decided to skip the US Open due to her lengthy rehab, Zheng seems quite positive about returning to action in time for the hard-court season's China swing, beginning with the WTA 1000 China Open, the main draw of which kicks off on Sept 24.

\n

Ten days after her surgery, Zheng's new fitness coach Gabriel Echevarria began posting photos on Instagram showing that Zheng's endurance training and strength and conditioning sessions are progressing well and are on track.

\n

Should she come back 100 percent fit, Zheng's season-ending campaign will garner high expectations, considering some of her 2025 highlights when she was healthy.

\n

After having lost to Belarusian star Aryna Sabalenka six times in a row, Zheng backed up her improved strength on clay with a career-first win against the world No 1 in their seventh encounter in the quarterfinals of the Rome Open in May.

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To eventually outplay the mighty three-time major winner felt like scaling a personal mountain for Zheng, who faced criticism from fans and media for a perceived lack of fight during her first six losses to the power-hitting Sabalenka.

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Yet, the challenge of getting over a higher obstacle — her own mental stability — at high-stakes moments still seems a tall task, underlined by Zheng's seventh defeat to Sabalenka in the quarters at Roland Garros, a month later.

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A crestfallen Zheng, looking inconsolable after the straight-sets loss, summed up her failed attempt to tame her bitter rival again as a reflection of her mental vulnerability.

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"I've always felt I have a fire burning within me and sometimes it consumes me when I want to win so much, so I can't focus on taking care of the process well," said the 22-year-old Hubei province native.

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"The higher I climb on the professional stage, the more I realize that I've been competing against myself.

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"I should try to learn to stay composed after each disappointment, move on with a positive mindset and focus on training the next day.

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"I allow myself 24 hours to stay disappointed after each loss, and then I will get rid of all the negative emotions and start over."

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Looking forward to the career ahead of her, Zheng admitted that winning a Grand Slam title remains high on her agenda, while she's not ruling out the opportunity to defend her Olympic gold medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

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"It sounds a remote target right now, but I will, for sure, keep elevating my game until then, trying to improve myself to the best possible level (for LA28)," said Zheng, who's racked up five career singles titles on the WTA Tour and the Olympics.

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sunxiaochen@chinadaily.com.cn

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Jannik Sinner (left) talks with Carlos Alcaraz after retiring from the final match of the Cincinnati Open at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Monday.

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CINCINNATI — Carlos Alcaraz won the ATP Cincinnati Open title on Monday after defending champion Jannik Sinner retired due to illness in the first set.

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World No 1 Sinner came into the final feeling unwell and lost the first seven points of the match, before throwing in the towel at 5-0 down in a game played in 30 C heat.

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Sinner will now focus on recovery with the US Open starting on Sunday. The Italian is due to take part in the US Open's revamped mixed doubles on Tuesday, but his participation in that draw is now in serious doubt.

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"I'm disappointed, I didn't feel great from yesterday," Sinner said afterwards. "During the night, I thought I would recover a bit better, but it was not the case.

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"I just tried to go out for the fans, trying to give (them) a match — that's the reason why I went on the court.

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"But, it was not meant to be for me today. I don't want to take anything away from Carlos. He had a great week, great, great tournament again."

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Sinner said he is now pointing to the final Grand Slam of the season.

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"The main focus, obviously, is for the US Open. Recovery is the most important. And then we see," he said.

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Despite the temporary health setback, Sinner is pleased with his showings in 2025.

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"I feel like it's an incredible season," he said.

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"We'll keep going, keep pushing. I have some points to improve if I want to go far in US Open.

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"It was a good test this week, trying to understand where my level is."

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Sinner lasted just 22 minutes, calling for the doctor after losing the fifth game and shortly after going to shake hands with Alcaraz.

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Eyes on New York

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It was the second match in a row Alcaraz had won over an ailing opponent, following his win over Alexander Zverev in the semifinals.

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Alcaraz won his 22nd career title as he claimed his 17th victory in a row at the Masters 1000 level.

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He now leads Sinner 9-5 and lost to the Italian in their last match, the Wimbledon final last month.

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"Obviously it's not the way that I wanted to win the final," the Spaniard said.

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"First of all, I just want to wish Jannik a speedy recovery. Hopefully, in a few days he's going to be okay to prepare and practice well for the US Open.

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"For myself, I'm just really, really happy to be able to leave here with the trophy, since I only just lost that final in 2023 (to Novak Djokovic), I just really, really badly wanted this trophy, so I'm just really proud and happy to be able to lift it."

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Former Open winner Alcaraz, who was upset in the US Open second round a year ago, is looking forward to a more respectable showing in New York.

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"I'm feeling a lot of confidence. New York is a place that I love playing. It is where I got my first Grand Slam.

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"I appreciate the love and the support that I receive there every year. Last year, the level that I played there, it was disappointing.

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"So this year, I really want to show my really good tennis, my best tennis, try to go as far as I can and enjoy it as much as I can."

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Swiatek downs Paolini

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Iga Swiatek captured her first Cincinnati Open title on Monday by beating Jasmine Paolini 7-5, 6-4, with the third-seeded Pole sending a powerful message ahead of the US Open.

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The six-time Grand Slam winner did not drop a set on her way to the title and was clinical in the final, converting all six of her break points to clinch her 11th WTA 1000 crown, and a first since last year's Italian Open.

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She is now the second all-time winner in WTA 1000 format history, trailing only Serena Williams (23).

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"I want to thank my team. I don't know why I won tournaments that were like the last ones in terms of where I thought I would be playing well," Swiatek said.

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"Thank you for forcing me to become a better player and learning how to play on these faster surfaces. I'm shocked and super happy."

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The win ensures Wimbledon champion Swiatek will climb back to world No 2, securing the second seed for the final major of the year at Flushing Meadows, where singles action begins on Sunday.

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Swiatek is also set to team up with Norway's Casper Ruud in the new US Open mixed doubles event.

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Jannik Sinner (left) talks with Carlos Alcaraz after retiring from the final match of the Cincinnati Open at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Monday.

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CINCINNATI — Carlos Alcaraz won the ATP Cincinnati Open title on Monday after defending champion Jannik Sinner retired due to illness in the first set.

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World No 1 Sinner came into the final feeling unwell and lost the first seven points of the match, before throwing in the towel at 5-0 down in a game played in 30 C heat.

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Sinner will now focus on recovery with the US Open starting on Sunday. The Italian is due to take part in the US Open's revamped mixed doubles on Tuesday, but his participation in that draw is now in serious doubt.

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"I'm disappointed, I didn't feel great from yesterday," Sinner said afterwards. "During the night, I thought I would recover a bit better, but it was not the case.

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"I just tried to go out for the fans, trying to give (them) a match — that's the reason why I went on the court.

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"But, it was not meant to be for me today. I don't want to take anything away from Carlos. He had a great week, great, great tournament again."

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Sinner said he is now pointing to the final Grand Slam of the season.

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"The main focus, obviously, is for the US Open. Recovery is the most important. And then we see," he said.

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Despite the temporary health setback, Sinner is pleased with his showings in 2025.

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"I feel like it's an incredible season," he said.

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"We'll keep going, keep pushing. I have some points to improve if I want to go far in US Open.

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"It was a good test this week, trying to understand where my level is."

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Sinner lasted just 22 minutes, calling for the doctor after losing the fifth game and shortly after going to shake hands with Alcaraz.

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Eyes on New York

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It was the second match in a row Alcaraz had won over an ailing opponent, following his win over Alexander Zverev in the semifinals.

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Alcaraz won his 22nd career title as he claimed his 17th victory in a row at the Masters 1000 level.

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He now leads Sinner 9-5 and lost to the Italian in their last match, the Wimbledon final last month.

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"Obviously it's not the way that I wanted to win the final," the Spaniard said.

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"First of all, I just want to wish Jannik a speedy recovery. Hopefully, in a few days he's going to be okay to prepare and practice well for the US Open.

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"For myself, I'm just really, really happy to be able to leave here with the trophy, since I only just lost that final in 2023 (to Novak Djokovic), I just really, really badly wanted this trophy, so I'm just really proud and happy to be able to lift it."

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Former Open winner Alcaraz, who was upset in the US Open second round a year ago, is looking forward to a more respectable showing in New York.

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"I'm feeling a lot of confidence. New York is a place that I love playing. It is where I got my first Grand Slam.

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"I appreciate the love and the support that I receive there every year. Last year, the level that I played there, it was disappointing.

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"So this year, I really want to show my really good tennis, my best tennis, try to go as far as I can and enjoy it as much as I can."

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Swiatek downs Paolini

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Iga Swiatek captured her first Cincinnati Open title on Monday by beating Jasmine Paolini 7-5, 6-4, with the third-seeded Pole sending a powerful message ahead of the US Open.

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The six-time Grand Slam winner did not drop a set on her way to the title and was clinical in the final, converting all six of her break points to clinch her 11th WTA 1000 crown, and a first since last year's Italian Open.

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She is now the second all-time winner in WTA 1000 format history, trailing only Serena Williams (23).

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"I want to thank my team. I don't know why I won tournaments that were like the last ones in terms of where I thought I would be playing well," Swiatek said.

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"Thank you for forcing me to become a better player and learning how to play on these faster surfaces. I'm shocked and super happy."

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The win ensures Wimbledon champion Swiatek will climb back to world No 2, securing the second seed for the final major of the year at Flushing Meadows, where singles action begins on Sunday.

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Swiatek is also set to team up with Norway's Casper Ruud in the new US Open mixed doubles event.

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Visitors view items related to the Flying Tigers collected overseas at the Kunming Museum in Kunming, Yunnan province, on Aug 3, at an exhibition paying tribute to the heroes who contributed to the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45).

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Editor's Note: This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War. This series of special reports by China Daily presents how and why China cherishes and keeps revisiting the wartime friendship with its foreign friends.

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Jeffrey Greene, chairman of the Sino-American Aviation Heritage Foundation, has an inside view of, and is a keen advocate of, the history of China and the United States joining hands in their fight in World War II and the story of the Flying Tigers pilots.

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He said that China's role in the victory 80 years ago should not be downplayed or underestimated, and the two countries can achieve more success and win together today through cooperation.

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In 1941, a group of volunteer US pilots, later known as the Flying Tigers, came to China, fighting shoulder to shoulder with the Chinese people against the invading Japanese troops.

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"Look at the Chinese soldiers, the guerrillas, the Chinese people, men, women and children. It speaks to us from 80 years ago, and it says that against a terrible, terrible opponent, an incredibly terrible situation, the Americans and the Chinese working together won," Greene said in an interview with China Daily.

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"That says to me that today, no matter what the circumstances (are), the two people together can win again," he added.

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In a reply letter to Greene and Flying Tigers veterans Harry Moyer and Mel McMullen in 2023, President Xi Jinping said it was his hope that the spirit of the Flying Tigers would be passed down to the next generation between the two countries' people.

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Xi said he was glad to see that Greene's foundation and Flying Tigers veterans have been tirelessly promoting the story of the Flying Tigers in both China and the US, and an increasing number of American youths have participated in the "Flying Tigers Friendship School and Youth Leadership Program".

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Recalling the past, the peoples of China and the US jointly fought Japanese fascists, withstood the test of blood and fire, and forged a profound friendship, Xi said.

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In September, China will host commemorative events to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War.

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Greene took part in the major celebrations of the anniversaries 20 years ago and 10 years ago, and this year will be his third time attending the celebrations.

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He noted that what frustrates him is that China's role in that war "was kind of downplayed", as China helped the rest of the world defeat the fascists "in a way that it never gets (enough) credit for".

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"China in the war played a huge role in the world's victory", and China was a prominent player in the allied victory, he said.

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Noting that China has been telling the wartime stories more and more to the rest of the world, Greene said, "That makes me happy because that's the role your grandparents played … and they need to tell the world about that."

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Greene is a frequent visitor to China, and he has also brought many Flying Tigers veterans to the country.

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Greene has often brought up the fact that almost every veteran told him that even after decades passed, the one thing they remember about China is the eggs given by the Chinese mothers, since food such as eggs was in short supply at that time.

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"That was one of the nice things about their time here," he said.

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Zhijiang Dong autonomous county in Central China's Hunan province was home to a base of the Flying Tigers during World War II, and it witnessed some major battles, aided by US forces, that dealt heavy blows to Japanese troops.

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Wu Jianhong, curator of the Flying Tigers Memorial in Zhijiang, presented a Chinese saber with ethnic features that had been collected by Flying Tigers pilot John Richard Rossi.

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"At a Flying Tigers event during my visit to the US in 2016, the wife of Rossi made the decision to donate this saber collected by her husband during World War II to our museum," Wu recalled.

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"This is a piece of major evidence of China-US friendship as well as a reminder of the Flying Tigers taking part in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression," he added.

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Anna Antonia Li, daughter of Kuo Ching Li, a Chinese American and a Flying Tigers pilot, said that what struck her most throughout all these years was that her father always said that "the Chinese people were the best people" he knew.

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"And his years flying with the Flying Tigers were the most important years of his life," Li told Chinese reporters during a visit to Hubei province last month.

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She noted that during a mission in China, her father's plane was badly hit, he lost one of the engines, the tank was hit and there was fuel around his feet when the plane was going down.

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To make things worse, the cockpit glass above his head was damaged, so he could not get out with his parachute.

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"He landed with fuel covering his shoes.… And his squadron said it was a miracle that he could land," she said.

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Li highlighted the importance of taking more American youths to visit China, spreading the story of the Flying Tigers to more young people and passing on China-US friendship.

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"I'm so honored to be here to actually see the history he spoke of come to life in front of my eyes," she said.

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"It's a great honor to be with the people of China, who lived in his heart his entire life until he was 72."

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As some people in the US have labeled today's China as a major competitor or even a rival of the US, rejecting the need to mark the history of the two countries fighting together more than 80 years ago, Greene said, "To say that just because it's a different period of time is silly.

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"Politicians in my country can ignore it, but it (the history of China and the US fighting together) is true, it happened. It's part of our DNA, it's part of our experience … and we must not forget it," he said.

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Contact the writers at zhangyunbi@chinadaily.com.cn

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