From 99a2f35fd40c2b9e2d13af627d57203d93be980e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: CrazyJasonwell Date: Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:15:58 +0800 Subject: [PATCH] vault backup: 2025-09-15 12:15:58 --- .obsidian/plugins/cubox-sync/data.json | 2 +- .../obsidian-raindrop-highlights/data.json | 178 +-- .obsidian/plugins/rss-reader/data.json | 1122 ++++++++++++++++- 3 files changed, 1146 insertions(+), 156 deletions(-) diff --git a/.obsidian/plugins/cubox-sync/data.json b/.obsidian/plugins/cubox-sync/data.json index 98abca4c..d67d428e 100644 --- a/.obsidian/plugins/cubox-sync/data.json +++ b/.obsidian/plugins/cubox-sync/data.json @@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ "contentTemplate": "# {{{title}}}\n\n{{{description}}}\n\n{{{article_title}}} //文章内容标题\n{{{content}}} //文章正文\n\n\n[Read in Cubox]({{{cubox_url}}}) \n[Read Original]({{{url}}}) \n\n---\n\n{{#highlights.length}}\n## Annotations \n\n{{#highlights}}\n> {{{text}}} \n\n{{#note}}\n{{{note}}}\n{{/note}}\n[Link️]({{{cubox_url}}}) \n\n{{/highlights}}\n{{/highlights.length}}", "highlightInContent": true, "dateFormat": "yyyy-MM-dd", - 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Auto market maintains growth momentum

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China's auto market maintained steady expansion in August, with both production and sales seeing double-digit increases, data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers showed. The country's auto output reached about 2.82 million units last month, a 13 percent increase from the same period a year ago, while auto sales stood at nearly 2.86 million units, representing a 16.4 percent year-on-year increase, the data show. Domestic auto sales climbed 15.6 percent year-on-year to around 2.25 million units, while domestic sales of traditional fuel vehicles climbed 12.9 percent, marking a third straight month of growth.

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China's medical prowess on the rise

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China has risen to second place in the world in terms of new drug development, with domestic drugs under research accounting for over a fifth of the global total, according to the National Health Commission. In recent years, a series of innovative medicines developed by China, including some anti-cancer drugs, have been approved for market launch, filling gaps in the country's portfolio of homegrown treatments.

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Auto market maintains growth momentum

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China's auto market maintained steady expansion in August, with both production and sales seeing double-digit increases, data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers showed. The country's auto output reached about 2.82 million units last month, a 13 percent increase from the same period a year ago, while auto sales stood at nearly 2.86 million units, representing a 16.4 percent year-on-year increase, the data show. Domestic auto sales climbed 15.6 percent year-on-year to around 2.25 million units, while domestic sales of traditional fuel vehicles climbed 12.9 percent, marking a third straight month of growth.

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China's medical prowess on the rise

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China has risen to second place in the world in terms of new drug development, with domestic drugs under research accounting for over a fifth of the global total, according to the National Health Commission. In recent years, a series of innovative medicines developed by China, including some anti-cancer drugs, have been approved for market launch, filling gaps in the country's portfolio of homegrown treatments.

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DM/01 2022, a limited-edition vintage released by Don Melchor winery.

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Don Melchor winery in Chile's Maipo Valley.

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The Beijing launch of DM/01 2022 marks another step forward for Chilean premium wine in one of its most dynamic markets.

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In 1883, pre-phylloxera Bordeaux grapevines were first planted in Chile's Maipo Valley. More than a century later, Don Melchor winery has become one of the country's most celebrated names, with a reputation as one of the world's leading wine producers and over 16 vintages rated above 95 points by the International Wine Press.

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This month, the winery unveiled its latest creation in China — DM/01 2022, a limited-edition vintage sourced from the historic Parcel No 1 in Puente Alto. The launch event, nearly 20,000 kilometers from its origin, marks another step forward for Chilean premium wine in one of its most dynamic markets.

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China has emerged as a key destination for bottled Chilean wine, with the South American country now ranking 5th in the world by export value and fourth by volume. In recent years, Chilean wine has accounted for 15 to 20 percent of China's imports, placing it firmly among the top suppliers, according to Pablo Arriaran Ahumada, Chile's ambassador to China.

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At the same time, China's wine market is expanding rapidly. The value of the Chinese wine market is projected to grow from 268.6 billion yuan ($37.7 billion) in 2021 to 462.4 billion yuan by 2026 — an impressive compound annual growth rate of 11.5 percent, according to GlobalData, an analytics company.

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These shifts reflect a broader consumer transition toward quality and authenticity, especially among millennials and Generation Z (those born from the mid-1990s to the early 2010s), who are driving demand toward niche, premium labels beyond the traditional staples, creating new opportunities for producers like Don Melchor.

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Enrique Tirado, Don Melchor's exclusive winemaker since 1997, describes the wine as a break from the estate's traditional blends. "This vintage expresses the pure essence of our most treasured plot, offering a unique reflection of our terroir and craftsmanship," he says.

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The wine will be distributed through China Duty Free Group's retail channels. Sun Fang, CDFG's vice-president, says the collaboration reflects the evolving tastes of Chinese consumers: "Demand is becoming more diverse, especially among younger generations. Whiskey is growing quickly, and premium wine is also seeing strong, more rational growth."

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Sun notes that travel retail serves a focused audience of both local consumers and international visitors, and this wine is not only for China's domestic market, but also for travelers seeking unique experiences.

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Ahumada calls the launch "a celebration of history, culture and friendship" between the two nations. "Chile is recognized worldwide for its natural diversity and the quality of its products. Among them, wine holds a very special place. It is not only one of our main exports, but also a symbol of our national identity," he says.

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He emphasizes that the growing presence of Chilean wine in China reflects more than trade ties: "Thanks to our Free Trade Agreement and deepening cooperation, Chile has become one of China's leading wine suppliers. But what we value most is seeing how Chinese consumers have developed a genuine appreciation for Chilean wine, recognizing its authenticity and strong connection with nature."

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He adds that wine plays a cultural role that transcends commerce: "Wine is more than a product; it is a story told through the land, the climate, and the people who cultivate it. Each glass carries with it a piece of Chilean heritage and a message of friendship."

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Looking ahead, the ambassador hopes events like this will encourage greater cultural exchange.

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"We see wine as a cultural ambassador of Chile," he says. "It is meant to be shared, to inspire conversation, and to serve as a universal language that brings people closer. In each toast, there is an opportunity to build a bridge between our nations."

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Pang Zhongwang, a doctoral candidate studying instrument science and technology at Tsinghua University, has once again captured public attention with his heartfelt speech at the school's annual opening ceremony for new students.

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His words, reflecting resilience, gratitude and ambition, have gone viral on social media, resonating deeply with netizens across the country.

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"Tsinghua is big enough to accommodate everyone's imagination and possibilities," Pang told the audience of freshmen.

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He recounted his own journey beginning in 2017, when he entered Tsinghua through a special enrollment plan for students from impoverished families and rural areas. He scored 684 on the national college entrance exam, or gaokao, and received an additional 60 points from the special policy.

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Pang's story is a powerful example of how China's National Special Enrollment Program creates opportunities for students from less-developed regions. The program, which includes the National Special Plan, the University Special Plan and the Local Special Plan, has helped more than 1 million students from central, western and rural regions gain access to elite universities since its establishment in 2012.

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The National Special Plan is designed to enroll students from formerly impoverished regions. The University Special Plan is similar, but specifically targets students from remote areas or regions where minority ethnic groups are dominant. The Local Special Plan aims to recruit rural students within their own provinces.

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Pang, 26, was born into a family facing exceptional challenges in Wuqiao county, Hebei province. His father is unable to communicate with others due to illness, and his mother has a lower-body disability that makes mobility difficult. Pang himself was born with a congenital heart condition.

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He spoke candidly about his initial uncertainties.

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"When I first arrived at Tsinghua, I was excited but also a little lost," Pang said.

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He received a piece of advice from a teacher that resonated with him: "Every student begins with a blank slate here. It's up to you to draw your future."

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The idea inspired him to explore boldly and persevere through challenges.

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"There were moments of self-doubt, but I learned to embrace the process. Getting up after falling down is part of who I am," he told People's Daily, crediting the unwavering optimism his mother has instilled in him since childhood.

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Pang's devotion to his studies and determination to contribute to China's development led him to be named as one of the "People Who Moved China" by China Central Television in 2024.

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Professor Li Liguo of Tsinghua's School of Education told Guangming Daily that the program has not only expanded access to high-quality education, but has also improved basic education standards in less-developed regions.

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The number of students enrolled through the program has also expanded consistently, from 10,000 annually at its inception to more than 100,000 each year in recent years, Li said. The policy has greatly promoted educational equality, while graduates who received higher education through the program have in turn contributed to local development, he said.

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Among them is Xiao Xiaogang.

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Xiao, from a rural family in Lianyuan, Hunan province, was admitted to Tsinghua's electronic information program this year with a score of 689. His score qualified him even without the special enrollment plan, but he said it served as insurance.

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He called himself a "small-town genius who is good at taking exams" and attributed his success to diligent preparation.

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"I chose electronic information because it serves national strategic needs in areas such as communications and semiconductor chips," Xiao told China Daily. "I hope to contribute to the development of my hometown and the country in the future."

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Xiao expressed great pride in his enrollment at such a prestigious university.

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"Tsinghua is a sacred university for many students in the country, and being admitted here is also a dream-come-true moment for me," he said.

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The expectations from his community back home, he added, serve as motivation rather than pressure.

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Peng Ruohan, a beneficiary of the program from Jiangxi province, enrolled in the School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development at the Renmin University of China with a score of 642. She said she would not have been admitted without the program, as 40 others scored higher than her on the gaokao but were not enrolled.

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She described Renmin as her "dream school" and emphasized the program's role in promoting educational fairness.

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"The special enrollment program offers a window for students from less-developed areas to see the broader world and acquire knowledge that can address their hometowns' challenges," she said.

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For Peng, studying at Renmin represents intellectual and personal transformation.

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"Higher education can reshape one's thinking — it's a spiritual elevation that changes your destiny," she said.

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Over the next four years, Peng hopes to deepen her understanding of national policies and contemporary issues.

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Renmin enrolled more than 130 students through its University Special Plan and around 300 through the National Special Plan, according to the university.

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This year, Tsinghua's University Special Plan attracted 6,500 applicants — 1.8 times more than the previous year — and admitted 270, said Yang Fan, director of Tsinghua's admissions office. The National Special Plan at the university added another 280 students from rural or formerly impoverished counties, she said.

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Yang reiterated the school's commitment to educational equity.

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"Since 2011, Tsinghua has taken active measures to channel high-quality educational resources to rural and ethnic regions through targeted programs, supporting motivated students who aspire to serve the nation," she said.

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zoushuo@chinadaily.com.cn

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Pang Zhongwang, a doctoral candidate studying instrument science and technology at Tsinghua University, has once again captured public attention with his heartfelt speech at the school's annual opening ceremony for new students.

\n

His words, reflecting resilience, gratitude and ambition, have gone viral on social media, resonating deeply with netizens across the country.

\n

"Tsinghua is big enough to accommodate everyone's imagination and possibilities," Pang told the audience of freshmen.

\n

He recounted his own journey beginning in 2017, when he entered Tsinghua through a special enrollment plan for students from impoverished families and rural areas. He scored 684 on the national college entrance exam, or gaokao, and received an additional 60 points from the special policy.

\n

Pang's story is a powerful example of how China's National Special Enrollment Program creates opportunities for students from less-developed regions. The program, which includes the National Special Plan, the University Special Plan and the Local Special Plan, has helped more than 1 million students from central, western and rural regions gain access to elite universities since its establishment in 2012.

\n

The National Special Plan is designed to enroll students from formerly impoverished regions. The University Special Plan is similar, but specifically targets students from remote areas or regions where minority ethnic groups are dominant. The Local Special Plan aims to recruit rural students within their own provinces.

\n

Pang, 26, was born into a family facing exceptional challenges in Wuqiao county, Hebei province. His father is unable to communicate with others due to illness, and his mother has a lower-body disability that makes mobility difficult. Pang himself was born with a congenital heart condition.

\n

He spoke candidly about his initial uncertainties.

\n

"When I first arrived at Tsinghua, I was excited but also a little lost," Pang said.

\n

He received a piece of advice from a teacher that resonated with him: "Every student begins with a blank slate here. It's up to you to draw your future."

\n

The idea inspired him to explore boldly and persevere through challenges.

\n

"There were moments of self-doubt, but I learned to embrace the process. Getting up after falling down is part of who I am," he told People's Daily, crediting the unwavering optimism his mother has instilled in him since childhood.

\n

Pang's devotion to his studies and determination to contribute to China's development led him to be named as one of the "People Who Moved China" by China Central Television in 2024.

\n

Professor Li Liguo of Tsinghua's School of Education told Guangming Daily that the program has not only expanded access to high-quality education, but has also improved basic education standards in less-developed regions.

\n

The number of students enrolled through the program has also expanded consistently, from 10,000 annually at its inception to more than 100,000 each year in recent years, Li said. The policy has greatly promoted educational equality, while graduates who received higher education through the program have in turn contributed to local development, he said.

\n

Among them is Xiao Xiaogang.

\n

Xiao, from a rural family in Lianyuan, Hunan province, was admitted to Tsinghua's electronic information program this year with a score of 689. His score qualified him even without the special enrollment plan, but he said it served as insurance.

\n

He called himself a "small-town genius who is good at taking exams" and attributed his success to diligent preparation.

\n

"I chose electronic information because it serves national strategic needs in areas such as communications and semiconductor chips," Xiao told China Daily. "I hope to contribute to the development of my hometown and the country in the future."

\n

Xiao expressed great pride in his enrollment at such a prestigious university.

\n

"Tsinghua is a sacred university for many students in the country, and being admitted here is also a dream-come-true moment for me," he said.

\n

The expectations from his community back home, he added, serve as motivation rather than pressure.

\n

Peng Ruohan, a beneficiary of the program from Jiangxi province, enrolled in the School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development at the Renmin University of China with a score of 642. She said she would not have been admitted without the program, as 40 others scored higher than her on the gaokao but were not enrolled.

\n

She described Renmin as her "dream school" and emphasized the program's role in promoting educational fairness.

\n

"The special enrollment program offers a window for students from less-developed areas to see the broader world and acquire knowledge that can address their hometowns' challenges," she said.

\n

For Peng, studying at Renmin represents intellectual and personal transformation.

\n

"Higher education can reshape one's thinking — it's a spiritual elevation that changes your destiny," she said.

\n

Over the next four years, Peng hopes to deepen her understanding of national policies and contemporary issues.

\n

Renmin enrolled more than 130 students through its University Special Plan and around 300 through the National Special Plan, according to the university.

\n

This year, Tsinghua's University Special Plan attracted 6,500 applicants — 1.8 times more than the previous year — and admitted 270, said Yang Fan, director of Tsinghua's admissions office. The National Special Plan at the university added another 280 students from rural or formerly impoverished counties, she said.

\n

Yang reiterated the school's commitment to educational equity.

\n

"Since 2011, Tsinghua has taken active measures to channel high-quality educational resources to rural and ethnic regions through targeted programs, supporting motivated students who aspire to serve the nation," she said.

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zoushuo@chinadaily.com.cn

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Artists walk on stilts during the Second Africa Climate Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Monday.

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African leaders have called for homegrown solutions to tackle climate change as the Second Africa Climate Summit concluded on Wednesday, highlighting renewable energy growth and nature-based strategies as key to a resilient, sustainable future.

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At the summit's closing ceremony in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, delegates adopted the Addis Ababa Declaration on Accelerating Global Climate Solutions and unveiled a flagship report on continental initiatives — signaling a new chapter in Africa-led climate action.

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The declaration laid out a framework based on three pillars: advancing renewable energy to achieve sustainable and reliable power, ensuring African countries fully benefit from their natural resources, and protecting ecosystems while collaborating with global partners on terms that respect African priorities.

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The declaration also urged developed countries to honor their commitments by scaling up accessible and predictable climate finance, particularly for adaptation, and by delivering support primarily in the form of grants rather than loans.

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Leaders further pressed for fair debt-relief mechanisms, technology transfer and the creation of climate-health strategies to strengthen public systems. They insisted on just and equitable global transitions that recognize Africa's circumstances, while calling for unity ahead of this year's 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference in Brazil to amplify the continent's voice in shaping global climate decisions.

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In his closing remarks, Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie described Africa as a continent capable of providing solutions rather than waiting for external aid.

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He emphasized the transformative potential of renewable energy to power communities, drive industrial growth and create livelihoods.

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"Africa is not a victim of a crisis it never created, but a global center for climate solutions and green growth," he said, underscoring the continent's ambition to lead by example.

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Selassie highlighted the importance of nature-based solutions, citing Ethiopia's Green Legacy Initiative as a model for afforestation, watershed rehabilitation and land restoration.

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The summit reaffirmed support for continental programs such as the African Union Great Green Wall Initiative, demonstrating a shared commitment to turning Africa's vulnerabilities into leadership and reinforcing its role in shaping global climate policy, he said.

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The declaration, he added, is not a symbolic document but a plan for immediate and measurable action, with the AU's continental dashboard providing oversight to ensure accountability and transparency.

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Equity and justice

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Bankole Adeoye, AU commissioner for political affairs, peace and security, said Africa's climate finance approach is grounded in equity and justice.

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He called for investment that strengthens African communities and aligns with local priorities, rather than imposing external agendas.

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The climate summit showcased initiatives across the continent — from urban flood management to community renewable energy projects — demonstrating how local innovation, collaboration and determination are shaping practical climate solutions.

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Looking ahead to the 30th UN Climate Change Conference, Adeoye said Africa has sent a clear message: It is not simply a recipient of climate aid but a partner and innovator capable of driving global solutions.

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The Addis Ababa Declaration represents both a road map and a commitment to action, positioning Africa as a hub for renewable energy, sustainable development and climate innovation, he said.

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Moses Vilakati, AU commissioner for agriculture, rural development, blue economy and sustainable environment, said the declaration provides a blueprint to unlock climate finance, expand renewable energy access and strengthen resilience against climate shocks.

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The document, he said, underscores Africa's demand for more than $3 trillion by 2030 to achieve its climate goals, while urging developed countries to honor their pledges with grants and concessional loans rather than debt-creating instruments.

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He called for continued collaboration with international partners, while emphasizing that homegrown solutions, responsible resource stewardship and collective action will be central to building a greener, more prosperous, and resilient future for Africa and the world.

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sharon@chinadailyafrica.com

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Visitors interact with a robot at the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services at Shougang Park in Beijing, on Saturday. The event, open to the public on Saturday and Sunday, offered free admission to visitors with reservation.

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Amid global trade headwinds, China has sent fresh signals that it will further expand high-standard opening-up and promote international cooperation to provide strong momentum for its own development and boost global economic growth.

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The message resonated strongly at three recent key international fairs that China hosted over the course of about a week — the World Smart Industry Expo 2025 in Chongqing, the 25th China International Fair for Investment and Trade in Xiamen, Fujian province, and the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing.

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Within six days, President Xi Jinping sent three congratulatory messages in succession to the three events, which featured a wide range of domestic and international participants from various sectors.

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In the letters, Xi reiterated the country's firm commitment to working with all parties to build an open world economy and advance the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.

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While emphasizing that global development is facing challenges as well as opportunities amid profound changes in the world economic landscape, Xi assured the world that China will take solid measures to promote liberalization and facilitation of trade and investment, continue to share its development opportunities with the rest of the world, and inject more positive energy and greater certainty into global development.

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Former Kyrgyz prime minister Djoomart Otorbaev said it is extremely important that China is opening further to the outside world. "China organized a lot of events of international level, where top specialists from around the world are attending and exchanging ideas. This is exactly what has to be done," he said in a recent interview with China Global Television Network.

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Over the years, China has been steadfastly deepening reform on all fronts to build a new system for an open economy. A series of measures on the reform of foreign trade has been introduced in areas including taxation, finance, and trade and investment facilitation.

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Since 2017, the total number of items on the negative list of restricted sectors for foreign investment has been reduced from 93 to 29, with all access restrictions for the manufacturing sector removed.

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Paul Bateman, chairman of J.P. Morgan Asset Management, has visited China more than 150 times over the past 30 years. "With each visit, I'm more impressed by the vitality and growth of China's market," he said while addressing the Global Trade in Services Summit of the China International Fair for Trade in Services.

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Noting that the company's footprint in China has expanded in recent years thanks to China's decision to open up its service sector, particularly the removal of foreign equity caps in certain financial services, Bateman said that the growth of trade in services is creating significant opportunities for the industry.

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China boasts the world's largest middle-income group, with per capita GDP of approximately 96,000 yuan ($13,475) in 2024. It is the world's second-largest consumption market and second-largest import market, providing huge opportunities for the world.

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China's efforts to advance high-standard opening-up bring opportunities for shared development and prosperity to countries of the Global South, while improving the global governance system, said Mutinda Mutisya, a senior lecturer in the Department of Diplomacy and International Studies at the University of Nairobi, in an interview with Xinhua News Agency.

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Tolonbek Abdyrov, a professor of economics and vice-rector of the International Higher School of Medicine in Kyrgyzstan, said that steps taken by Chinese policymakers have created a platform for equal participation by the nation's partners, including emerging economies, adding that China's advocacy of the equal rights of all countries to development sends a clear and positive message.

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Coupled with solid steps in expanding institutional opening-up, such as aligning with high-standard international economic and trade rules, China has also made consistent efforts in improving the business environment, with tangible results.

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The 2025 China Business Report, published on Wednesday by the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, indicated that over one-third of surveyed US companies believe that China's policies and regulations regarding foreign companies have improved in the past few years. The figure for this year is higher than that for 2024, it said.

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More than 40 percent of the companies surveyed said they are confident that China will open up further, nearly double the figure for last year, according to the report.

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The report also said that more than 70 percent of respondents posted a profit in 2024, an improvement from 2023's record low of 66 percent. The report also highlights the uncertainties that persist in the market, saying that over 60 percent of companies expect new China-US tariffs to affect their 2025 revenue performance. In addition, nearly half of the respondents called for the US government to remove all tariffs and nontariff barriers on Chinese goods.

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Regarding the report, Jeffrey Lehman, chair of AmCham Shanghai, said that one of the interesting results this year is that although the companies still regard the regulatory environment as challenging, they find that the challenges have been reduced since a year ago.

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"They find that there is improvement in the regulatory environment for American companies over what the situation was last year," Lehman said. "Before, there were a combination of tariff barriers, nontariff barriers, regulatory questions, intellectual property protection issues. In each of those areas, things are improving for American companies."

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caodesheng@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors interact with a robot at the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services at Shougang Park in Beijing, on Saturday. The event, open to the public on Saturday and Sunday, offered free admission to visitors with reservation.

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Amid global trade headwinds, China has sent fresh signals that it will further expand high-standard opening-up and promote international cooperation to provide strong momentum for its own development and boost global economic growth.

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The message resonated strongly at three recent key international fairs that China hosted over the course of about a week — the World Smart Industry Expo 2025 in Chongqing, the 25th China International Fair for Investment and Trade in Xiamen, Fujian province, and the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing.

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Within six days, President Xi Jinping sent three congratulatory messages in succession to the three events, which featured a wide range of domestic and international participants from various sectors.

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In the letters, Xi reiterated the country's firm commitment to working with all parties to build an open world economy and advance the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.

\n

While emphasizing that global development is facing challenges as well as opportunities amid profound changes in the world economic landscape, Xi assured the world that China will take solid measures to promote liberalization and facilitation of trade and investment, continue to share its development opportunities with the rest of the world, and inject more positive energy and greater certainty into global development.

\n

Former Kyrgyz prime minister Djoomart Otorbaev said it is extremely important that China is opening further to the outside world. "China organized a lot of events of international level, where top specialists from around the world are attending and exchanging ideas. This is exactly what has to be done," he said in a recent interview with China Global Television Network.

\n

Over the years, China has been steadfastly deepening reform on all fronts to build a new system for an open economy. A series of measures on the reform of foreign trade has been introduced in areas including taxation, finance, and trade and investment facilitation.

\n

Since 2017, the total number of items on the negative list of restricted sectors for foreign investment has been reduced from 93 to 29, with all access restrictions for the manufacturing sector removed.

\n

Paul Bateman, chairman of J.P. Morgan Asset Management, has visited China more than 150 times over the past 30 years. "With each visit, I'm more impressed by the vitality and growth of China's market," he said while addressing the Global Trade in Services Summit of the China International Fair for Trade in Services.

\n

Noting that the company's footprint in China has expanded in recent years thanks to China's decision to open up its service sector, particularly the removal of foreign equity caps in certain financial services, Bateman said that the growth of trade in services is creating significant opportunities for the industry.

\n

China boasts the world's largest middle-income group, with per capita GDP of approximately 96,000 yuan ($13,475) in 2024. It is the world's second-largest consumption market and second-largest import market, providing huge opportunities for the world.

\n

China's efforts to advance high-standard opening-up bring opportunities for shared development and prosperity to countries of the Global South, while improving the global governance system, said Mutinda Mutisya, a senior lecturer in the Department of Diplomacy and International Studies at the University of Nairobi, in an interview with Xinhua News Agency.

\n

Tolonbek Abdyrov, a professor of economics and vice-rector of the International Higher School of Medicine in Kyrgyzstan, said that steps taken by Chinese policymakers have created a platform for equal participation by the nation's partners, including emerging economies, adding that China's advocacy of the equal rights of all countries to development sends a clear and positive message.

\n

Coupled with solid steps in expanding institutional opening-up, such as aligning with high-standard international economic and trade rules, China has also made consistent efforts in improving the business environment, with tangible results.

\n

The 2025 China Business Report, published on Wednesday by the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, indicated that over one-third of surveyed US companies believe that China's policies and regulations regarding foreign companies have improved in the past few years. The figure for this year is higher than that for 2024, it said.

\n

More than 40 percent of the companies surveyed said they are confident that China will open up further, nearly double the figure for last year, according to the report.

\n

The report also said that more than 70 percent of respondents posted a profit in 2024, an improvement from 2023's record low of 66 percent. The report also highlights the uncertainties that persist in the market, saying that over 60 percent of companies expect new China-US tariffs to affect their 2025 revenue performance. In addition, nearly half of the respondents called for the US government to remove all tariffs and nontariff barriers on Chinese goods.

\n

Regarding the report, Jeffrey Lehman, chair of AmCham Shanghai, said that one of the interesting results this year is that although the companies still regard the regulatory environment as challenging, they find that the challenges have been reduced since a year ago.

\n

"They find that there is improvement in the regulatory environment for American companies over what the situation was last year," Lehman said. "Before, there were a combination of tariff barriers, nontariff barriers, regulatory questions, intellectual property protection issues. In each of those areas, things are improving for American companies."

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caodesheng@chinadaily.com.cn

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China will firmly defend its interests and support the multilateral trading system, while urging the United States to engage more in equal dialogue to ease friction and seek common ground in pursuit of a more open global economy, said analysts and business leaders on Sunday.

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As He Lifeng, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and vice-premier of the State Council, China's Cabinet, leads a delegation in Madrid, Spain for talks with US counterparts from Sunday to Wednesday, market watchers said the meetings are aimed at addressing long-standing friction and exploring constructive solutions.

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The two sides will discuss economic and trade issues, such as unilateral tariff measures adopted by the US, the abuse of export controls and the TikTok issue, according to the Ministry of Commerce.

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Wang Wen, dean of Renmin University of China's Chongyang Institute for Financial Studies, said the previous three rounds of trade talks between China and the US signaled willingness on both sides to find common ground, bringing much-needed optimism to international markets.

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"With global economic momentum faltering, the international community is watching closely the talks in Spain, hoping both sides can translate dialogue into more substantive progress that would benefit not just the two nations, but all," he said.

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Li Yong, a senior research fellow at the Beijing-based China Association of International Trade, said that under such circumstances, effectively addressing topics such as unilateral US tariff measures and the abuse of export controls is essential to fostering smoother China-US economic and trade relations, particularly in rebuilding trust and stabilizing cooperation.

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Chen Wenling, former chief economist at the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, said the path to productive dialogue requires mutual respect and effort. She warned that Washington's recent unilateral moves — including a fresh wave of sanctions against Chinese companies — risk undermining the very foundation of engagement.

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These are not good-faith gestures, but pressure tactics that Beijing will firmly oppose rather than concede to, Chen said.

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"China always remains open to dialogues with the US, but only based on mutual respect and equal standing. The onus is now on Washington to decide whether it will approach the negotiating table as an equal partner seeking mutually acceptable solutions," she added.

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On Saturday, the Ministry of Commerce responded to a US move to add multiple Chinese entities to its export control list. A spokesperson said that China firmly opposes the move, which targets Chinese entities in the semiconductor, biotechnology, aerospace, and commercial and trade logistics sectors.

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Noting that the two countries are scheduled to hold economic and trade talks in Spain starting on Sunday, the spokesperson said the US decision to sanction Chinese businesses raises questions about its true intentions.

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The Ministry of Commerce also announced on the same day that it has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of certain analog integrated circuit chips originating in the US, and it launched an anti-discrimination investigation into relevant US measures targeting China's integrated circuit sector.

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Following these moves, the Beijing-based China Semiconductor Industry Association issued a statement stressing that the healthy development of the semiconductor industry requires a fair competitive environment.

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The China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products called for domestic companies to boost innovation, strengthen industrial coordination and deepen global cooperation, while warning that unilateral measures risk disrupting international industrial and supply chains.

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John Quelch, a professor at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, said: "The recent trend toward decoupling, particularly in technology and supply chains, reflects a deeper anxiety about dependence and vulnerability. But we must not lose sight of the broader truth: China and the US remain deeply intertwined."

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He said the two sides must search for new equilibrium, one that balances competition with cooperation, and national interest with global responsibility.

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Olaf Schmidt, vice-president of Messe Frankfurt Exhibition, a German trade fair and event organizer, said his company has always championed global free trade, believing that it is vital to connect people, products and markets.

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Contact the writers at zhongnan@chinadaily.com.cn

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China will firmly defend its interests and support the multilateral trading system, while urging the United States to engage more in equal dialogue to ease friction and seek common ground in pursuit of a more open global economy, said analysts and business leaders on Sunday.

\n

As He Lifeng, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and vice-premier of the State Council, China's Cabinet, leads a delegation in Madrid, Spain for talks with US counterparts from Sunday to Wednesday, market watchers said the meetings are aimed at addressing long-standing friction and exploring constructive solutions.

\n

The two sides will discuss economic and trade issues, such as unilateral tariff measures adopted by the US, the abuse of export controls and the TikTok issue, according to the Ministry of Commerce.

\n

Wang Wen, dean of Renmin University of China's Chongyang Institute for Financial Studies, said the previous three rounds of trade talks between China and the US signaled willingness on both sides to find common ground, bringing much-needed optimism to international markets.

\n

"With global economic momentum faltering, the international community is watching closely the talks in Spain, hoping both sides can translate dialogue into more substantive progress that would benefit not just the two nations, but all," he said.

\n

Li Yong, a senior research fellow at the Beijing-based China Association of International Trade, said that under such circumstances, effectively addressing topics such as unilateral US tariff measures and the abuse of export controls is essential to fostering smoother China-US economic and trade relations, particularly in rebuilding trust and stabilizing cooperation.

\n

Chen Wenling, former chief economist at the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, said the path to productive dialogue requires mutual respect and effort. She warned that Washington's recent unilateral moves — including a fresh wave of sanctions against Chinese companies — risk undermining the very foundation of engagement.

\n

These are not good-faith gestures, but pressure tactics that Beijing will firmly oppose rather than concede to, Chen said.

\n

"China always remains open to dialogues with the US, but only based on mutual respect and equal standing. The onus is now on Washington to decide whether it will approach the negotiating table as an equal partner seeking mutually acceptable solutions," she added.

\n

On Saturday, the Ministry of Commerce responded to a US move to add multiple Chinese entities to its export control list. A spokesperson said that China firmly opposes the move, which targets Chinese entities in the semiconductor, biotechnology, aerospace, and commercial and trade logistics sectors.

\n

Noting that the two countries are scheduled to hold economic and trade talks in Spain starting on Sunday, the spokesperson said the US decision to sanction Chinese businesses raises questions about its true intentions.

\n

The Ministry of Commerce also announced on the same day that it has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of certain analog integrated circuit chips originating in the US, and it launched an anti-discrimination investigation into relevant US measures targeting China's integrated circuit sector.

\n

Following these moves, the Beijing-based China Semiconductor Industry Association issued a statement stressing that the healthy development of the semiconductor industry requires a fair competitive environment.

\n

The China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products called for domestic companies to boost innovation, strengthen industrial coordination and deepen global cooperation, while warning that unilateral measures risk disrupting international industrial and supply chains.

\n

John Quelch, a professor at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, said: "The recent trend toward decoupling, particularly in technology and supply chains, reflects a deeper anxiety about dependence and vulnerability. But we must not lose sight of the broader truth: China and the US remain deeply intertwined."

\n

He said the two sides must search for new equilibrium, one that balances competition with cooperation, and national interest with global responsibility.

\n

Olaf Schmidt, vice-president of Messe Frankfurt Exhibition, a German trade fair and event organizer, said his company has always championed global free trade, believing that it is vital to connect people, products and markets.

\n

Contact the writers at zhongnan@chinadaily.com.cn

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Soldiers carry coffins containing the remains of Chinese People's Volunteers martyrs during a burial ceremony on Saturday at the CPV martyrs' cemetery in Shenyang, Liaoning province. The remains of 30 CPV soldiers who lost their lives during the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53) were returned to China on Friday from the Republic of Korea. See story, page 5

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Soldiers carry coffins containing the remains of Chinese People's Volunteers martyrs during a burial ceremony on Saturday at the CPV martyrs' cemetery in Shenyang, Liaoning province. The remains of 30 CPV soldiers who lost their lives during the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53) were returned to China on Friday from the Republic of Korea. See story, page 5

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A low-altitude aircraft is displayed at the opening of the 15th China-Northeast Asia Expo in Changchun, Jilin province, on Aug 27.

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A representative of an exhibitor livestreams from the expo on Aug 27.

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A visitor examines footwear from India at the expo on Aug 29.

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Visitors examine clothing and textile products from Nepal at the expo on Aug 29. Products from over 40 countries and regions were displayed at the event.

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A saleswoman displays a king crab imported from Russia in Hunchun, Jilin province, in September 2024.

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Foreign guests learn about China's processed ginseng products at the expo on Aug 27.

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Inside a workshop of Jilin SSK Electromechanical Co in Northeast China in late August, robotic arms moved with precision as workers performed final adjustments on a shipment of machines bound for Russia.

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The shipment marked the fourth delivery to Northeast Asia this year by the company, a manufacturer of intelligent poultry slaughtering and deep processing equipment in Siping, Jilin province. From January to July, Jilin SSK's total foreign trade value surged to 31.96 million yuan ($4.48 million), jumping 612.3 percent year-on-year, with exports to countries in the region reaching 17.13 million yuan, Changchun Customs data showed.

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Consisting of China, Russia, Mongolia, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the Republic of Korea and Japan, Northeast Asia boasts favorable transportation conditions and covers a vast area rich with human, mineral and marine resources, as well as strong industrial capabilities.

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"Previously, our products were mainly exported to Southeast Asian and North African countries," said Guo Feng, president of Jilin SSK.

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"With the support of the China-Northeast Asia Expo, and the implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, we now enjoy easier access to other Northeast Asian markets," he said at the company's booth during the 15th edition of the expo, held in Changchun, the capital of Jilin, in August.

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Guo pointed out the company's website is in multiple languages — Chinese, English and Russian. It plans to add Korean and Mongolian in November to serve rising demand in Northeast Asia, he added.

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Across Northeast Asia, such industrial links are shaping a deeper story of connectivity and growth.

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Changchun, one of China's automobile manufacturing hubs, is strengthening cooperation with the city Ulsan in the ROK, home to that country's major carmakers and auto parts suppliers. Machinery businesses in Shenyang, the capital of Northeast China's Liaoning province, are working in tandem with Japan's robotics hub in Nagoya.

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Ports in Dalian, Liaoning, are bolstering seamless connections with Vladivostok in Russia, as well as Japan's Otaru, Tokyo and Yokohama, to facilitate trade flows of industrial goods, daily necessities, seafood and other types of commodities.

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With minerals from Mongolia, semiconductor products from the ROK, industrial products from Japan, and Jilin's agricultural exports, the region's business map is becoming increasingly interwoven — offering companies new and abundant opportunities to expand.

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"China and Northeast Asian countries have deepened strategic alignment and cooperation in recent years, with supply chains becoming more integrated," said Li Xingqian, vice-chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade.

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Li said that while traditional industries anchor the economy, rising cooperation in emerging sectors is driving new momentum for regional growth.

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Trade between China and the five other Northeast Asian countries amounted to $901.6 billion in 2024, up 1.6 percent year-on-year, accounting for nearly 15 percent of China's total foreign trade. China has maintained its position as the largest trading partner for all the five countries, with the ROK and Japan ranking as its second — and third-largest trading partners, respectively, according to statistics from the Ministry of Commerce.

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Two-way investment between China and the five countries exceeded $7 billion last year, with cooperation expanding into emerging fields, including digital economy, green development, advanced manufacturing and modern services.

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Nyam-osor Uchral, Mongolia's first deputy prime minister and minister of economy and development, said the expo plays a key role in advancing multilateral cooperation in Northeast Asia, driving regional integration, fostering mutual understanding and boosting broader collaboration.

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"We will expand trade volumes with other countries in the region, while diversifying product categories, optimizing the trade structure, developing value-added supply chains, and increasing both the quantity and variety of non-mineral exports," he said.

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Roh Keon-ki, deputy minister for trade negotiations at the ROK's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, said that Jilin is a key node for ROK-China exchanges.

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Jilin, once an industrial base, is now a leading province in the nation's automotive and rail transportation industries, and is growing into a regional innovation hub by spearheading high-quality development and promoting digital and green transformation.

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Amid shared challenges, including sluggish global economic growth, Roh urged countries to join hands in sharing experience and resources, expanding cooperation for inclusive growth and common prosperity, building a predictable trade and investment environment, and exploring innovative solutions for digital transformation and carbon neutrality.

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Open to wider world

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Launched in 2005, the China-Northeast Asia Expo is the only such international major event to feature participation by the six Northeast Asian countries and open to the wider world.

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This year's event, covering 73,000 square meters and resembling a global marketplace, drew more than 14,000 participants from China and 45 countries and regions, according to the Jilin Provincial Department of Commerce.

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Exhibits ranging from Russian chocolates and Mongolian cashmere hats to Pakistani vases and Thai balms, showcased diverse cultures while underscoring strong interest in cross-border cooperation and market expansion.

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Over its 14 previous editions, the expo has generated 10 billion yuan in goods trade and facilitated 3,032 cooperation projects. Combined investment has reached over 2.05 trillion yuan, spanning infrastructure, modern services, new energy, new materials, food processing, auto parts manufacturing, cultural tourism and biomedicine.

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The growing trade exchanges in Northeast Asia are also reflected in the performance of regional manufacturers.

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For example, Sungdo Crane Equipment (Liaoning) Co — a Shenyang-based hoist and crane maker and a subsidiary of the ROK's Star Machinery Co — saw its exports to the ROK reach 59 million yuan between January and July, up 2 percent year-on-year, according to Shenyang Customs.

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"Our cleanroom electric hoist equipment and components account for more than 65 percent of the market share in the ROK. Designed for use in dust-free workshops, the products prevent particles from falling when lifting heavy objects and make efficient use of limited indoor space," said Roh Youngbeom, the company's president.

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"A flourishing web of trade ties in Northeast Asia can help companies expand regional markets and build resilient supply chains," said Roh, adding that the push dovetails with the RCEP, reinforcing momentum for deeper economic integration.

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The RCEP, which came into force in 2022, comprises 15 Asia-Pacific countries including the 10 member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, and its five trading partners, China, Japan, the ROK, Australia and New Zealand.

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The pact aims to deepen economic integration by covering areas such as trade in goods and services, investment and e-commerce. Its goal is to boost regional trade and economic growth, according to the Jakarta-based ASEAN Secretariat.

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Bai Ming, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation in Beijing, said that the mega-free trade agreement provides an institutional framework that further strengthens Northeast Asia's economic cooperation.

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By reducing tariffs, improving market access and promoting unified rules in areas such as trade in services, technology cooperation and intellectual property protection, the agreement not only deepens integration with ASEAN economies, but also enhances intra-regional connectivity, Bai said.

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Gao Lingyun, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences' Institute of World Economics and Politics in Beijing, said: "This will create more opportunities for companies in Northeast Asia to expand their presence across value chains and benefit from a more predictable trading environment, while also allowing China's northeastern region to share in the gains and spur regional development."

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Cutting barriers

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Heilongjiang Tianyouwei Electronics Co, a manufacturer of automotive instrument clusters and intelligent cockpits in Suihua, Heilongjiang province, has strengthened its foothold in overseas markets by enhancing the competitiveness of its products and leveraging international trade facilitation policies such as the Authorized Economic Operator program.

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The program was advocated by the World Customs Organization in 2007 to strengthen international supply chain security and facilitate the movement of legitimate goods.

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Under the AEO, customs authorities from various countries and regions form partnerships with industries to collaboratively cut barriers to customs procedures and enhance international trade efficiency.

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Heilongjiang Tianyouwei, with more than 4,900 employees, exported 580 million yuan in products to Northeast Asian markets in the first seven months of this year, accounting for nearly half of its total exports during this period, Harbin Customs data showed.

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"After becoming an AEO-certified company in January, we have gained not only greater efficiency in customs clearance, but also improvements in management standards, business reputation and overall competitiveness," said Shan Dan, a manager at the company's foreign trade unit.

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Shan said as overseas customers are paying increasing attention to suppliers' credit qualifications, her company has relied on its AEO certification to continuously expand its circle of foreign trade partners this year, securing new orders from Northeast Asian countries and maintaining steady growth in export business.

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Multinational corporations are also expanding their footprint in China's northeastern region, adding further vitality to regional supply chains.

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One such company is Eastman Chemical Co, a United States-based specialty materials manufacturer.

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The company, with eight manufacturing sites and an innovation center across China, launched two new lines at its plant in Dalian in June to ramp up the output of its automotive film products.

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"This expansion consolidates our ability to meet the rising demand for our film products across China and the Asia-Pacific region, while also fostering greater innovation and enabling the scaling of product development within our existing operations," said Brad Lich, executive vice-president and chief commercial officer of Eastman.

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Underscoring that China is at the core of its global strategy, Lich said Eastman will continue to innovate across a wide range of applications, from specialty plastics used in reusable bottles, electronics and cosmetics packaging, to performance films for automotive and architectural use, within the country, to seize more market share and further cut carbon emissions.

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Looking ahead, market watchers said future cooperation in Northeast Asia is likely to expand beyond traditional sectors into fast-growing areas such as new energy, hydrogen power, artificial intelligence and cross-border payment systems.

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"These fields not only align with global low-carbon and digital transformation trends, but also reflect the region's complementary strengths in technology, capital and resources," said Chen Jianwei, a researcher at the University of International Business and Economics' Academy of China Open Economy Studies in Beijing.

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By jointly exploring standards, sharing research outcomes and deepening supply-chain collaboration, countries in the region are expected to foster new growth engines and create a more resilient, innovation-driven economic network that benefits both local industries and global partners, said Chen.

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Contact the writers at zhongnan@chinadaily.com.cn

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A low-altitude aircraft is displayed at the opening of the 15th China-Northeast Asia Expo in Changchun, Jilin province, on Aug 27.

\n

A representative of an exhibitor livestreams from the expo on Aug 27.

\n

A visitor examines footwear from India at the expo on Aug 29.

\n

Visitors examine clothing and textile products from Nepal at the expo on Aug 29. Products from over 40 countries and regions were displayed at the event.

\n

A saleswoman displays a king crab imported from Russia in Hunchun, Jilin province, in September 2024.

\n

Foreign guests learn about China's processed ginseng products at the expo on Aug 27.

\n

Inside a workshop of Jilin SSK Electromechanical Co in Northeast China in late August, robotic arms moved with precision as workers performed final adjustments on a shipment of machines bound for Russia.

\n

The shipment marked the fourth delivery to Northeast Asia this year by the company, a manufacturer of intelligent poultry slaughtering and deep processing equipment in Siping, Jilin province. From January to July, Jilin SSK's total foreign trade value surged to 31.96 million yuan ($4.48 million), jumping 612.3 percent year-on-year, with exports to countries in the region reaching 17.13 million yuan, Changchun Customs data showed.

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Consisting of China, Russia, Mongolia, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the Republic of Korea and Japan, Northeast Asia boasts favorable transportation conditions and covers a vast area rich with human, mineral and marine resources, as well as strong industrial capabilities.

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"Previously, our products were mainly exported to Southeast Asian and North African countries," said Guo Feng, president of Jilin SSK.

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"With the support of the China-Northeast Asia Expo, and the implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, we now enjoy easier access to other Northeast Asian markets," he said at the company's booth during the 15th edition of the expo, held in Changchun, the capital of Jilin, in August.

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Guo pointed out the company's website is in multiple languages — Chinese, English and Russian. It plans to add Korean and Mongolian in November to serve rising demand in Northeast Asia, he added.

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Across Northeast Asia, such industrial links are shaping a deeper story of connectivity and growth.

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Changchun, one of China's automobile manufacturing hubs, is strengthening cooperation with the city Ulsan in the ROK, home to that country's major carmakers and auto parts suppliers. Machinery businesses in Shenyang, the capital of Northeast China's Liaoning province, are working in tandem with Japan's robotics hub in Nagoya.

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Ports in Dalian, Liaoning, are bolstering seamless connections with Vladivostok in Russia, as well as Japan's Otaru, Tokyo and Yokohama, to facilitate trade flows of industrial goods, daily necessities, seafood and other types of commodities.

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With minerals from Mongolia, semiconductor products from the ROK, industrial products from Japan, and Jilin's agricultural exports, the region's business map is becoming increasingly interwoven — offering companies new and abundant opportunities to expand.

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"China and Northeast Asian countries have deepened strategic alignment and cooperation in recent years, with supply chains becoming more integrated," said Li Xingqian, vice-chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade.

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Li said that while traditional industries anchor the economy, rising cooperation in emerging sectors is driving new momentum for regional growth.

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Trade between China and the five other Northeast Asian countries amounted to $901.6 billion in 2024, up 1.6 percent year-on-year, accounting for nearly 15 percent of China's total foreign trade. China has maintained its position as the largest trading partner for all the five countries, with the ROK and Japan ranking as its second — and third-largest trading partners, respectively, according to statistics from the Ministry of Commerce.

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Two-way investment between China and the five countries exceeded $7 billion last year, with cooperation expanding into emerging fields, including digital economy, green development, advanced manufacturing and modern services.

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Nyam-osor Uchral, Mongolia's first deputy prime minister and minister of economy and development, said the expo plays a key role in advancing multilateral cooperation in Northeast Asia, driving regional integration, fostering mutual understanding and boosting broader collaboration.

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"We will expand trade volumes with other countries in the region, while diversifying product categories, optimizing the trade structure, developing value-added supply chains, and increasing both the quantity and variety of non-mineral exports," he said.

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Roh Keon-ki, deputy minister for trade negotiations at the ROK's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, said that Jilin is a key node for ROK-China exchanges.

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Jilin, once an industrial base, is now a leading province in the nation's automotive and rail transportation industries, and is growing into a regional innovation hub by spearheading high-quality development and promoting digital and green transformation.

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Amid shared challenges, including sluggish global economic growth, Roh urged countries to join hands in sharing experience and resources, expanding cooperation for inclusive growth and common prosperity, building a predictable trade and investment environment, and exploring innovative solutions for digital transformation and carbon neutrality.

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Open to wider world

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Launched in 2005, the China-Northeast Asia Expo is the only such international major event to feature participation by the six Northeast Asian countries and open to the wider world.

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This year's event, covering 73,000 square meters and resembling a global marketplace, drew more than 14,000 participants from China and 45 countries and regions, according to the Jilin Provincial Department of Commerce.

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Exhibits ranging from Russian chocolates and Mongolian cashmere hats to Pakistani vases and Thai balms, showcased diverse cultures while underscoring strong interest in cross-border cooperation and market expansion.

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Over its 14 previous editions, the expo has generated 10 billion yuan in goods trade and facilitated 3,032 cooperation projects. Combined investment has reached over 2.05 trillion yuan, spanning infrastructure, modern services, new energy, new materials, food processing, auto parts manufacturing, cultural tourism and biomedicine.

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The growing trade exchanges in Northeast Asia are also reflected in the performance of regional manufacturers.

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For example, Sungdo Crane Equipment (Liaoning) Co — a Shenyang-based hoist and crane maker and a subsidiary of the ROK's Star Machinery Co — saw its exports to the ROK reach 59 million yuan between January and July, up 2 percent year-on-year, according to Shenyang Customs.

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"Our cleanroom electric hoist equipment and components account for more than 65 percent of the market share in the ROK. Designed for use in dust-free workshops, the products prevent particles from falling when lifting heavy objects and make efficient use of limited indoor space," said Roh Youngbeom, the company's president.

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"A flourishing web of trade ties in Northeast Asia can help companies expand regional markets and build resilient supply chains," said Roh, adding that the push dovetails with the RCEP, reinforcing momentum for deeper economic integration.

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The RCEP, which came into force in 2022, comprises 15 Asia-Pacific countries including the 10 member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, and its five trading partners, China, Japan, the ROK, Australia and New Zealand.

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The pact aims to deepen economic integration by covering areas such as trade in goods and services, investment and e-commerce. Its goal is to boost regional trade and economic growth, according to the Jakarta-based ASEAN Secretariat.

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Bai Ming, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation in Beijing, said that the mega-free trade agreement provides an institutional framework that further strengthens Northeast Asia's economic cooperation.

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By reducing tariffs, improving market access and promoting unified rules in areas such as trade in services, technology cooperation and intellectual property protection, the agreement not only deepens integration with ASEAN economies, but also enhances intra-regional connectivity, Bai said.

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Gao Lingyun, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences' Institute of World Economics and Politics in Beijing, said: "This will create more opportunities for companies in Northeast Asia to expand their presence across value chains and benefit from a more predictable trading environment, while also allowing China's northeastern region to share in the gains and spur regional development."

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Cutting barriers

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Heilongjiang Tianyouwei Electronics Co, a manufacturer of automotive instrument clusters and intelligent cockpits in Suihua, Heilongjiang province, has strengthened its foothold in overseas markets by enhancing the competitiveness of its products and leveraging international trade facilitation policies such as the Authorized Economic Operator program.

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The program was advocated by the World Customs Organization in 2007 to strengthen international supply chain security and facilitate the movement of legitimate goods.

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Under the AEO, customs authorities from various countries and regions form partnerships with industries to collaboratively cut barriers to customs procedures and enhance international trade efficiency.

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Heilongjiang Tianyouwei, with more than 4,900 employees, exported 580 million yuan in products to Northeast Asian markets in the first seven months of this year, accounting for nearly half of its total exports during this period, Harbin Customs data showed.

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"After becoming an AEO-certified company in January, we have gained not only greater efficiency in customs clearance, but also improvements in management standards, business reputation and overall competitiveness," said Shan Dan, a manager at the company's foreign trade unit.

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Shan said as overseas customers are paying increasing attention to suppliers' credit qualifications, her company has relied on its AEO certification to continuously expand its circle of foreign trade partners this year, securing new orders from Northeast Asian countries and maintaining steady growth in export business.

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Multinational corporations are also expanding their footprint in China's northeastern region, adding further vitality to regional supply chains.

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One such company is Eastman Chemical Co, a United States-based specialty materials manufacturer.

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The company, with eight manufacturing sites and an innovation center across China, launched two new lines at its plant in Dalian in June to ramp up the output of its automotive film products.

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"This expansion consolidates our ability to meet the rising demand for our film products across China and the Asia-Pacific region, while also fostering greater innovation and enabling the scaling of product development within our existing operations," said Brad Lich, executive vice-president and chief commercial officer of Eastman.

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Underscoring that China is at the core of its global strategy, Lich said Eastman will continue to innovate across a wide range of applications, from specialty plastics used in reusable bottles, electronics and cosmetics packaging, to performance films for automotive and architectural use, within the country, to seize more market share and further cut carbon emissions.

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Looking ahead, market watchers said future cooperation in Northeast Asia is likely to expand beyond traditional sectors into fast-growing areas such as new energy, hydrogen power, artificial intelligence and cross-border payment systems.

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"These fields not only align with global low-carbon and digital transformation trends, but also reflect the region's complementary strengths in technology, capital and resources," said Chen Jianwei, a researcher at the University of International Business and Economics' Academy of China Open Economy Studies in Beijing.

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By jointly exploring standards, sharing research outcomes and deepening supply-chain collaboration, countries in the region are expected to foster new growth engines and create a more resilient, innovation-driven economic network that benefits both local industries and global partners, said Chen.

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Contact the writers at zhongnan@chinadaily.com.cn

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President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulations on Sunday with Karin Keller-Sutter, president of the Swiss Confederation, and Hereditary Prince of Liechtenstein Alois, respectively, to mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the two European countries.

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In his message to Keller-Sutter, Xi noted that China and Switzerland set an example of friendly cooperation between countries with different social systems and development stages.

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Xi said that since the establishment of diplomatic ties 75 years ago, the two sides have cultivated a cooperative spirit of equality, innovation and win-win results, achieving fruitful outcomes in bilateral and multilateral arenas, enhancing the well-being of their peoples, and making positive contributions to maintaining multilateralism and free trade.

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Xi said that he attaches great importance to the development of China-Switzerland relations and stands ready to work with Keller-Sutter to take the 75th anniversary of ties as an opportunity to deepen business and financial cooperation and people-to-people exchanges, elevate the China-Switzerland innovative strategic partnership to a new level, and make fresh contributions toward promoting an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization.

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In her message, Keller-Sutter said that over the past 75 years, Switzerland and China have maintained exchanges, dialogues and practical cooperation based on mutual respect, establishing a diverse and solid partnership.

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The entry into force of the free trade agreement between the two countries in 2014 and the establishment of their innovative strategic partnership in 2016 are both milestones in Switzerland-China relations, marking the continuous expansion and deepening of cooperation across various fields, she said.

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Looking ahead, Keller-Sutter said that Switzerland is willing to continue deepening exchanges and cooperation with China and enhancing the long-term friendship between the two countries.

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In his message to Hereditary Prince Alois, Xi noted that over the past 75 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, China and Liechtenstein have consistently adhered to mutual respect and trust, actively engaged in friendly exchanges and cooperation, and closely coordinated in multilateral arenas, setting an example of friendly coexistence and mutually beneficial cooperation between large and small countries.

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Xi said that he attaches great importance to the development of China-Liechtenstein relations and stands ready to work with Alois to continuously deepen friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

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In his message, Alois said that since the establishment of diplomatic relations, Liechtenstein and China have maintained friendship, deepened bilateral exchanges, expanded areas of cooperation, strengthened mutual support, and built a stable and trusting partnership, which is especially important in today's era of multiple challenges.

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He expressed the confidence that the two countries will continue to enhance exchanges and cooperation, and jointly promote development and prosperity in the future.

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President Xi Jinping exchanged congratulations on Sunday with Karin Keller-Sutter, president of the Swiss Confederation, and Hereditary Prince of Liechtenstein Alois, respectively, to mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the two European countries.

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In his message to Keller-Sutter, Xi noted that China and Switzerland set an example of friendly cooperation between countries with different social systems and development stages.

\n

Xi said that since the establishment of diplomatic ties 75 years ago, the two sides have cultivated a cooperative spirit of equality, innovation and win-win results, achieving fruitful outcomes in bilateral and multilateral arenas, enhancing the well-being of their peoples, and making positive contributions to maintaining multilateralism and free trade.

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Xi said that he attaches great importance to the development of China-Switzerland relations and stands ready to work with Keller-Sutter to take the 75th anniversary of ties as an opportunity to deepen business and financial cooperation and people-to-people exchanges, elevate the China-Switzerland innovative strategic partnership to a new level, and make fresh contributions toward promoting an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization.

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In her message, Keller-Sutter said that over the past 75 years, Switzerland and China have maintained exchanges, dialogues and practical cooperation based on mutual respect, establishing a diverse and solid partnership.

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The entry into force of the free trade agreement between the two countries in 2014 and the establishment of their innovative strategic partnership in 2016 are both milestones in Switzerland-China relations, marking the continuous expansion and deepening of cooperation across various fields, she said.

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Looking ahead, Keller-Sutter said that Switzerland is willing to continue deepening exchanges and cooperation with China and enhancing the long-term friendship between the two countries.

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In his message to Hereditary Prince Alois, Xi noted that over the past 75 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, China and Liechtenstein have consistently adhered to mutual respect and trust, actively engaged in friendly exchanges and cooperation, and closely coordinated in multilateral arenas, setting an example of friendly coexistence and mutually beneficial cooperation between large and small countries.

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Xi said that he attaches great importance to the development of China-Liechtenstein relations and stands ready to work with Alois to continuously deepen friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

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In his message, Alois said that since the establishment of diplomatic relations, Liechtenstein and China have maintained friendship, deepened bilateral exchanges, expanded areas of cooperation, strengthened mutual support, and built a stable and trusting partnership, which is especially important in today's era of multiple challenges.

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He expressed the confidence that the two countries will continue to enhance exchanges and cooperation, and jointly promote development and prosperity in the future.

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A recent controversy has drawn widespread public attention to premade dishes in China, prompting calls for greater standardization and transparency in the industry. Central to the discussion are concerns over food safety and consumers' right to be fully informed.

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The debate began when celebrity entrepreneur Luo Yonghao, known for his outspoken views and livestreaming influence, took to social media site Sina Weibo on Wednesday to criticize the popular Xibei restaurant chain.

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Luo wrote that after a recent meal with colleagues, he found most dishes were pre-made and costly, calling the experience "disgusting" and urging the government to require restaurants to clearly indicate whenever pre-made dishes are used. The post quickly went viral, garnering millions of comments and sparking industry discussion.

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Xibei founder Jia Guolong responded by emphasizing that the chain uses pre-preparation techniques but does not serve pre-made meals. "Not a single dish in Xibei outlets is a pre-made dish," Jia said.

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The chain opened its kitchens to media for a firsthand look at operations, but the distinction between pre-made dishes and pre-preparation processes remained unclear, fueling further debate. Jia described the controversy as "the biggest external crisis" in Xibei's history, noting a sharp decline in daily revenue across nearly 400 outlets over several days.

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Despite widespread adoption in large chain restaurants, pre-made dishes remain controversial for several reasons: small-scale producers may fail to meet food safety standards; consumers lack clarity on what constitutes a pre-made dish; and some businesses mislead patrons by charging for "freshly made" dishes that are actually reheated pre-made products.

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Regulatory notices encourage restaurants to clearly indicate their use of pre-made dishes to ensure consumer rights to information and choice.

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According to a 2024 notice issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation and other authorities, pre-made dishes are pre-packaged food products made from one or more edible agricultural ingredients, with or without seasonings and without added preservatives. They undergo industrial pre-processing — such as mixing, marinating, forming, frying, baking, boiling or steaming — and may include seasoning packets. These products are intended to be consumed after heating or cooking and must be produced, stored, transported and sold according to the conditions specified on their labels.

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Fresh vegetables or ingredients that have only undergone simple processing, including washing, peeling or cutting, as well as ready-to-eat foods — such as salads, convenience meals, steamed buns, pastries, hamburgers, sandwiches, pizzas and central kitchen-prepared dishes delivered to chain outlets — are not considered pre-made dishes. Heating refers to simple reheating before consumption, while cooking indicates thorough preparation of partially processed ingredients.

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The notice outlined measures to strengthen food safety supervision. These include enforcing producer responsibility, verifying raw materials, regulating food additives, revising production licensing, enhancing inspections and promoting clear labeling in restaurants.

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Earlier, officials from the State Administration for Market Regulation said pre-made dishes do not require preservatives because cold storage, freezing and sterilization ensure safety, while aligning with consumer expectations and risk control requirements.

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Tan Guijun, director of the Nutrition Department at Tianjin First Central Hospital, told Xinhua News Agency that while fresh ingredients retain nutrients more fully and are generally more aligned with the body's needs, this does not mean pre-made dishes should be dismissed entirely. As long as production, transportation, storage and cooking processes comply with relevant food safety standards, premade dishes can adequately meet the body's requirements for calories and nutrition.

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According to previous media reports, consumers and industry insiders said the controversy reflects broader concerns and underscores the need to balance industry efficiency with consumer protection, with transparency, regulation and innovation shaping the sector's future.

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luowangshu@chinadaily.com.cn

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A recent controversy has drawn widespread public attention to premade dishes in China, prompting calls for greater standardization and transparency in the industry. Central to the discussion are concerns over food safety and consumers' right to be fully informed.

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The debate began when celebrity entrepreneur Luo Yonghao, known for his outspoken views and livestreaming influence, took to social media site Sina Weibo on Wednesday to criticize the popular Xibei restaurant chain.

\n

Luo wrote that after a recent meal with colleagues, he found most dishes were pre-made and costly, calling the experience "disgusting" and urging the government to require restaurants to clearly indicate whenever pre-made dishes are used. The post quickly went viral, garnering millions of comments and sparking industry discussion.

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Xibei founder Jia Guolong responded by emphasizing that the chain uses pre-preparation techniques but does not serve pre-made meals. "Not a single dish in Xibei outlets is a pre-made dish," Jia said.

\n

The chain opened its kitchens to media for a firsthand look at operations, but the distinction between pre-made dishes and pre-preparation processes remained unclear, fueling further debate. Jia described the controversy as "the biggest external crisis" in Xibei's history, noting a sharp decline in daily revenue across nearly 400 outlets over several days.

\n

Despite widespread adoption in large chain restaurants, pre-made dishes remain controversial for several reasons: small-scale producers may fail to meet food safety standards; consumers lack clarity on what constitutes a pre-made dish; and some businesses mislead patrons by charging for "freshly made" dishes that are actually reheated pre-made products.

\n

Regulatory notices encourage restaurants to clearly indicate their use of pre-made dishes to ensure consumer rights to information and choice.

\n

According to a 2024 notice issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation and other authorities, pre-made dishes are pre-packaged food products made from one or more edible agricultural ingredients, with or without seasonings and without added preservatives. They undergo industrial pre-processing — such as mixing, marinating, forming, frying, baking, boiling or steaming — and may include seasoning packets. These products are intended to be consumed after heating or cooking and must be produced, stored, transported and sold according to the conditions specified on their labels.

\n

Fresh vegetables or ingredients that have only undergone simple processing, including washing, peeling or cutting, as well as ready-to-eat foods — such as salads, convenience meals, steamed buns, pastries, hamburgers, sandwiches, pizzas and central kitchen-prepared dishes delivered to chain outlets — are not considered pre-made dishes. Heating refers to simple reheating before consumption, while cooking indicates thorough preparation of partially processed ingredients.

\n

The notice outlined measures to strengthen food safety supervision. These include enforcing producer responsibility, verifying raw materials, regulating food additives, revising production licensing, enhancing inspections and promoting clear labeling in restaurants.

\n

Earlier, officials from the State Administration for Market Regulation said pre-made dishes do not require preservatives because cold storage, freezing and sterilization ensure safety, while aligning with consumer expectations and risk control requirements.

\n

Tan Guijun, director of the Nutrition Department at Tianjin First Central Hospital, told Xinhua News Agency that while fresh ingredients retain nutrients more fully and are generally more aligned with the body's needs, this does not mean pre-made dishes should be dismissed entirely. As long as production, transportation, storage and cooking processes comply with relevant food safety standards, premade dishes can adequately meet the body's requirements for calories and nutrition.

\n

According to previous media reports, consumers and industry insiders said the controversy reflects broader concerns and underscores the need to balance industry efficiency with consumer protection, with transparency, regulation and innovation shaping the sector's future.

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luowangshu@chinadaily.com.cn

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A stranded dolphin named Wanwan, rescued in Wanning, Hainan province, is released back into the sea on Sunday. The male pantropical spotted dolphin was stranded near Shenzhou Peninsula on June 18. After nearly three months of treatment and rehabilitation, he was declared healthy and returned to a suitable marine area in Wanning, marking his successful homecoming.

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A stranded dolphin named Wanwan, rescued in Wanning, Hainan province, is released back into the sea on Sunday. The male pantropical spotted dolphin was stranded near Shenzhou Peninsula on June 18. After nearly three months of treatment and rehabilitation, he was declared healthy and returned to a suitable marine area in Wanning, marking his successful homecoming.

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Once it opens its new home in 2027, the Tsinghua University Science Museum will become China's first comprehensive scientific and research-oriented institution.

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The museum, which is currently occupying space in the university's Mong Man-wai Humanities Building, aims to showcase major scientific discoveries and technological inventions made throughout the nation's history, with a special emphasis on Tsinghua's contributions, according to Wu Guosheng, the museum's director.

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The museum will serve not only as an exhibition space but also as an educational platform, encouraging students and the public to engage deeply with the history and spirit of scientific exploration, Wu said.

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"A great university must have a great museum," he said, noting the role such institutions play in higher learning and public engagement. "Museums legitimize the cultural activities of modern society. Science museums, in particular, preserve and celebrate the achievements of the Industrial Revolution and subsequent scientific progress."

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Despite its heavy investment in science education, China has long lacked a comprehensive science museum, Wu said, adding that Tsinghua aims to fill that gap.

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The museum will be more than just an exhibition venue. It will also serve as a dynamic educational space that encourages cross-disciplinary learning and inspires a deeper appreciation of science among students and the public, he said.

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The museum has already become a platform for student-led initiatives. Kong Weiyi, a doctoral student at the School of Life Sciences at Tsinghua, developed an online exhibition titled Dating Across the Nth Power: Models of Atoms, Molecules, and Crystals, which began as a class assignment.

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With support from the museum, her project grew into a public-facing digital display featuring 30 scientific models. The exhibition combines hand-drawn illustrations with historical narratives, making complex concepts such as molecular geometry and crystallography accessible and engaging.

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"I hope visitors can rediscover the wonder of these structures, whether they're familiar with the science or just starting to learn," Kong said. "Maintaining curiosity is what truly matters."

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The museum's volunteer team plays an important role in engaging the public. Yang Mingfan, now pursuing a master's degree at the Department of the History of Science, began volunteering during his undergraduate years hoping to improve his communication skills.

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"I was initially very shy — I couldn't even make eye contact," he recalled. "But explaining exhibits to diverse audiences pushed me to learn more and speak with greater confidence."

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One memorable moment came during a Copernicus-themed exhibition when a visitor asked detailed questions about an instrument used to measure lunar parallax — the apparent shift in the moon's position when viewed from two different locations on Earth — which Yang could not immediately answer.

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He later researched the topic and followed up with the visitor through WeChat. Meanwhile, another visitor became a volunteer himself.

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"It made me realize that being a science communicator means continuous learning and connecting with people," Yang said.

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Another volunteer named Liu Dibo, a doctoral candidate at the School of Environment, shares stories of scientific perseverance at the museum. He often speaks about the early researchers at Tsinghua's Institute of Nuclear and New Energy Technology, who conducted groundbreaking work with minimal resources — using modified thermos flasks for liquid nitrogen and medical clamps to handle radioactive materials.

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"These stories aren't just history; they're a source of inspiration," Liu said. "They teach us about resilience, ingenuity and putting the nation's needs first."

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The museum has also made an impression on young visitors. During the National Day holiday in 2021, a young boy left a hand-drawn national flag on the display cabinet of the Tianhe-1 supercomputer after learning about the scientists behind it — a gesture Liu described as a symbol of how the scientific spirit passes from one generation to the next.

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The permanent museum will be located between the Tsinghua University Art Museum and the Academy of Art & Design. It will include a main hall, a Tsinghua history hall and a special exhibitions gallery, totaling about 6,000 square meters.

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Until it opens, the museum will continue to hold temporary exhibitions in the humanities building.

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Wu envisions the museum as a catalyst for broader change.

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"We are not only serving Tsinghua, we are leading a national movement toward the preservation of scientific heritage and the promotion of science literacy," he said.

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zoushuo@chinadaily.com.cn

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Once it opens its new home in 2027, the Tsinghua University Science Museum will become China's first comprehensive scientific and research-oriented institution.

\n

The museum, which is currently occupying space in the university's Mong Man-wai Humanities Building, aims to showcase major scientific discoveries and technological inventions made throughout the nation's history, with a special emphasis on Tsinghua's contributions, according to Wu Guosheng, the museum's director.

\n

The museum will serve not only as an exhibition space but also as an educational platform, encouraging students and the public to engage deeply with the history and spirit of scientific exploration, Wu said.

\n

"A great university must have a great museum," he said, noting the role such institutions play in higher learning and public engagement. "Museums legitimize the cultural activities of modern society. Science museums, in particular, preserve and celebrate the achievements of the Industrial Revolution and subsequent scientific progress."

\n

Despite its heavy investment in science education, China has long lacked a comprehensive science museum, Wu said, adding that Tsinghua aims to fill that gap.

\n

The museum will be more than just an exhibition venue. It will also serve as a dynamic educational space that encourages cross-disciplinary learning and inspires a deeper appreciation of science among students and the public, he said.

\n

The museum has already become a platform for student-led initiatives. Kong Weiyi, a doctoral student at the School of Life Sciences at Tsinghua, developed an online exhibition titled Dating Across the Nth Power: Models of Atoms, Molecules, and Crystals, which began as a class assignment.

\n

With support from the museum, her project grew into a public-facing digital display featuring 30 scientific models. The exhibition combines hand-drawn illustrations with historical narratives, making complex concepts such as molecular geometry and crystallography accessible and engaging.

\n

"I hope visitors can rediscover the wonder of these structures, whether they're familiar with the science or just starting to learn," Kong said. "Maintaining curiosity is what truly matters."

\n

The museum's volunteer team plays an important role in engaging the public. Yang Mingfan, now pursuing a master's degree at the Department of the History of Science, began volunteering during his undergraduate years hoping to improve his communication skills.

\n

"I was initially very shy — I couldn't even make eye contact," he recalled. "But explaining exhibits to diverse audiences pushed me to learn more and speak with greater confidence."

\n

One memorable moment came during a Copernicus-themed exhibition when a visitor asked detailed questions about an instrument used to measure lunar parallax — the apparent shift in the moon's position when viewed from two different locations on Earth — which Yang could not immediately answer.

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He later researched the topic and followed up with the visitor through WeChat. Meanwhile, another visitor became a volunteer himself.

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"It made me realize that being a science communicator means continuous learning and connecting with people," Yang said.

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Another volunteer named Liu Dibo, a doctoral candidate at the School of Environment, shares stories of scientific perseverance at the museum. He often speaks about the early researchers at Tsinghua's Institute of Nuclear and New Energy Technology, who conducted groundbreaking work with minimal resources — using modified thermos flasks for liquid nitrogen and medical clamps to handle radioactive materials.

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"These stories aren't just history; they're a source of inspiration," Liu said. "They teach us about resilience, ingenuity and putting the nation's needs first."

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The museum has also made an impression on young visitors. During the National Day holiday in 2021, a young boy left a hand-drawn national flag on the display cabinet of the Tianhe-1 supercomputer after learning about the scientists behind it — a gesture Liu described as a symbol of how the scientific spirit passes from one generation to the next.

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The permanent museum will be located between the Tsinghua University Art Museum and the Academy of Art & Design. It will include a main hall, a Tsinghua history hall and a special exhibitions gallery, totaling about 6,000 square meters.

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Until it opens, the museum will continue to hold temporary exhibitions in the humanities building.

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Wu envisions the museum as a catalyst for broader change.

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"We are not only serving Tsinghua, we are leading a national movement toward the preservation of scientific heritage and the promotion of science literacy," he said.

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A Russian expo attendee tries out a full-body rehabilitation training device at the Care & Rehabilitation Expo China 2025 in Beijing, on Friday. Over 10,000 innovative assistive technology products were showcased at the three-day event.

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China's development and introduction of advanced assistive devices has greatly benefited the elderly and people with disabilities, earning praise from officials representing international organizations.

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The Care & Rehabilitation Expo China 2025, organized by the China Disabled Persons' Federation, opened on Friday in Beijing and was in full swing throughout the weekend.

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The three-day event featured a wide range of assistive devices, including prostheses, barrier-free vehicles and eyeglasses for the visually impaired. Many of the products combine practical functions with futuristic elements by applying cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and brain-computer interfaces.

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The expo is the 18th of its kind to be held since 2007. The federation said this year's event attracted more than 430 companies and organizations from China and abroad.

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Jiang Honghai, a 50-year-old who lost his left lower leg in an accident 30 years ago, said his life has greatly improved since he began using a smart prosthesis from Ottobock, a German medtech company, eight years ago.

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"My previous prosthesis was not that comfortable, and I couldn't walk for a long time or go upstairs and downstairs with it. I was in a deep depression and refused to engage in any social life at the time," he said. "The prosthesis I now use allows me to walk, climb mountains and go cycling. It's already a part of my body."

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Wang Lei, corporate and external affairs director at Ottobock's China office, said the company established its presence in China in 1993 and has participated in all 18 editions of the expo.

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"The company has invested increasing resources to develop products suitable for Chinese people. We believe assistive devices can not only help people with disabilities move or walk but also enable them to return to family life and work, and to create personal value in society," she said.

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Shanghai-based Boin Hearing Technology Co showcased its latest self-developed Bluetooth headphones and a bone conduction hearing aid at the expo, with the latter offering safer, more comfortable and effective solutions for people with sensorineural hearing loss — often caused by damage to the inner ear.

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"It's estimated that China has 220 million people with hearing loss, which has a severe negative effect on their communication abilities, physical health and mental well-being. Hearing is a right everyone is entitled to, and we see hearing aids not just as devices but as bridges connecting people to the world of sound," said Jiang Xianquan, president and CEO of Boin.

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Jiang said the company has focused on self-developed technologies and innovation since its founding in 2019.

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"It's necessary to prioritize research and development, lower costs, optimize manufacturing processes and diversify products to allow more Chinese people access to affordable, high-quality hearing aids," he said.

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Jose Maria Viera, executive director of the International Disability Alliance, said his experience at the expo was "incredible" and that it was encouraging to note how technology is improving lives.

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"I'm impressed by mobility aids, assistive technology and AI that allow people with disabilities to live more independently," he said, adding that he believes China is in a privileged position to connect disabled people with technology, and that the experiences China has accumulated can help support people with disabilities globally.

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A Russian expo attendee tries out a full-body rehabilitation training device at the Care & Rehabilitation Expo China 2025 in Beijing, on Friday. Over 10,000 innovative assistive technology products were showcased at the three-day event.

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China's development and introduction of advanced assistive devices has greatly benefited the elderly and people with disabilities, earning praise from officials representing international organizations.

\n

The Care & Rehabilitation Expo China 2025, organized by the China Disabled Persons' Federation, opened on Friday in Beijing and was in full swing throughout the weekend.

\n

The three-day event featured a wide range of assistive devices, including prostheses, barrier-free vehicles and eyeglasses for the visually impaired. Many of the products combine practical functions with futuristic elements by applying cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and brain-computer interfaces.

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The expo is the 18th of its kind to be held since 2007. The federation said this year's event attracted more than 430 companies and organizations from China and abroad.

\n

Jiang Honghai, a 50-year-old who lost his left lower leg in an accident 30 years ago, said his life has greatly improved since he began using a smart prosthesis from Ottobock, a German medtech company, eight years ago.

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"My previous prosthesis was not that comfortable, and I couldn't walk for a long time or go upstairs and downstairs with it. I was in a deep depression and refused to engage in any social life at the time," he said. "The prosthesis I now use allows me to walk, climb mountains and go cycling. It's already a part of my body."

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Wang Lei, corporate and external affairs director at Ottobock's China office, said the company established its presence in China in 1993 and has participated in all 18 editions of the expo.

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"The company has invested increasing resources to develop products suitable for Chinese people. We believe assistive devices can not only help people with disabilities move or walk but also enable them to return to family life and work, and to create personal value in society," she said.

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Shanghai-based Boin Hearing Technology Co showcased its latest self-developed Bluetooth headphones and a bone conduction hearing aid at the expo, with the latter offering safer, more comfortable and effective solutions for people with sensorineural hearing loss — often caused by damage to the inner ear.

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"It's estimated that China has 220 million people with hearing loss, which has a severe negative effect on their communication abilities, physical health and mental well-being. Hearing is a right everyone is entitled to, and we see hearing aids not just as devices but as bridges connecting people to the world of sound," said Jiang Xianquan, president and CEO of Boin.

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Jiang said the company has focused on self-developed technologies and innovation since its founding in 2019.

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"It's necessary to prioritize research and development, lower costs, optimize manufacturing processes and diversify products to allow more Chinese people access to affordable, high-quality hearing aids," he said.

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Jose Maria Viera, executive director of the International Disability Alliance, said his experience at the expo was "incredible" and that it was encouraging to note how technology is improving lives.

\n

"I'm impressed by mobility aids, assistive technology and AI that allow people with disabilities to live more independently," he said, adding that he believes China is in a privileged position to connect disabled people with technology, and that the experiences China has accumulated can help support people with disabilities globally.

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chengsi@chinadaily.com.cn

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A cotton harvester picks cotton in the fields of Daheyanzi town, Jinghe county, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, last year.

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Earlier in September, in the vast cotton fields of Jinghe county in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, no workers were seen bent under the sun. Instead, drones had just finished spraying defoliants to hasten boll opening and leaf fall.

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In about 10 days, harvesting machines will roll in, completing a cotton production cycle that is now fully mechanized.

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Jinghe, located in the Bortala Mongolian autonomous prefecture, is a major producer of early-maturing cotton in northern Xinjiang. In 2024, the county's demonstration fields produced 11 metric tons of cotton per hectare, setting a national record.

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Ochirbat, head of the Bortala agriculture and rural affairs bureau, said mechanization in planting, managing and harvesting cotton in the county has reached 100 percent, greatly reducing labor needs.

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In the past, tending 1,040 hectares of cotton in Shartur village, which is part of Jinghe, required large numbers of hired hands for irrigation, spraying and picking. Now, mechanization has shortened the harvest period from 20 days to just five, and planting efficiency has improved by 40 percent, Ochirbat said.

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Combined with government subsidies for target price and premium cotton, farmers' average net income per hectare has doubled in five years, from 4,500 yuan ($632.20) to more than 9,000 yuan. Most of the 130 households in the village now earn at least 30,000 yuan more annually, according to the bureau.

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"Many farmers lease their land to cooperatives and larger growers. Freed from heavy farm work, they are opening restaurants, shops and homestays, or working in textile enterprises at local industrial parks," Ochirbat said.

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Some have joined the growing rural tourism and garden economy, planting vegetables and fruits in their courtyards and diversifying their income sources, he added.

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"The biggest change is labor savings," said Xuan Baolin, a veteran operator with a farm machinery cooperative in Jinghe.

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A high-horsepower tractor at the cooperative can sow far more in a day than manual labor ever could, while a harvester has replaced hundreds of pickers. As a result, labor costs have dropped by more than 60 percent annually, Xuan said.

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"A decade ago, 4.67 hectares required a dozen people working 50 days to pick the cotton. This year, one harvester can handle at least 33.3 hectares in 10 hours."

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Meanwhile, large-scale cotton farmers in the village are benefiting from intelligent technologies. The 10-hectare fields of Ding Hongshan are equipped with seeders guided by Beidou satellite navigation, smart water-fertilizer systems and drones for crop protection.

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"In the past, it took five days of manual labor to irrigate once a week. Now I can control irrigation with a smartphone app, saving more than 30 percent of water and cutting labor costs," he said.

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The yield of his fields in 2025 is expected to reach an above-average 7.5 tons per hectare, with 85 percent classified as high-quality cotton, giving him a net income of around 90,000 yuan after subsidies.

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Technology upgrades have lifted village yields to more than 6 tons per hectare. Shartur's cotton output value is forecast to exceed 20 million yuan in 2025.

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According to the bureau, the prefecture has planted nearly 106,000 hectares of cotton in 2025, and the total output of lint cotton is expected to exceed 220,000 tons, 18,000 tons more than in 2024.

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Ochirbat said the region will further improve mechanized harvesting, enhance the quality of defoliation and picking, and promote domestically made harvesters.

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A cotton harvester picks cotton in the fields of Daheyanzi town, Jinghe county, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, last year.

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Earlier in September, in the vast cotton fields of Jinghe county in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, no workers were seen bent under the sun. Instead, drones had just finished spraying defoliants to hasten boll opening and leaf fall.

\n

In about 10 days, harvesting machines will roll in, completing a cotton production cycle that is now fully mechanized.

\n

Jinghe, located in the Bortala Mongolian autonomous prefecture, is a major producer of early-maturing cotton in northern Xinjiang. In 2024, the county's demonstration fields produced 11 metric tons of cotton per hectare, setting a national record.

\n

Ochirbat, head of the Bortala agriculture and rural affairs bureau, said mechanization in planting, managing and harvesting cotton in the county has reached 100 percent, greatly reducing labor needs.

\n

In the past, tending 1,040 hectares of cotton in Shartur village, which is part of Jinghe, required large numbers of hired hands for irrigation, spraying and picking. Now, mechanization has shortened the harvest period from 20 days to just five, and planting efficiency has improved by 40 percent, Ochirbat said.

\n

Combined with government subsidies for target price and premium cotton, farmers' average net income per hectare has doubled in five years, from 4,500 yuan ($632.20) to more than 9,000 yuan. Most of the 130 households in the village now earn at least 30,000 yuan more annually, according to the bureau.

\n

"Many farmers lease their land to cooperatives and larger growers. Freed from heavy farm work, they are opening restaurants, shops and homestays, or working in textile enterprises at local industrial parks," Ochirbat said.

\n

Some have joined the growing rural tourism and garden economy, planting vegetables and fruits in their courtyards and diversifying their income sources, he added.

\n

"The biggest change is labor savings," said Xuan Baolin, a veteran operator with a farm machinery cooperative in Jinghe.

\n

A high-horsepower tractor at the cooperative can sow far more in a day than manual labor ever could, while a harvester has replaced hundreds of pickers. As a result, labor costs have dropped by more than 60 percent annually, Xuan said.

\n

"A decade ago, 4.67 hectares required a dozen people working 50 days to pick the cotton. This year, one harvester can handle at least 33.3 hectares in 10 hours."

\n

Meanwhile, large-scale cotton farmers in the village are benefiting from intelligent technologies. The 10-hectare fields of Ding Hongshan are equipped with seeders guided by Beidou satellite navigation, smart water-fertilizer systems and drones for crop protection.

\n

"In the past, it took five days of manual labor to irrigate once a week. Now I can control irrigation with a smartphone app, saving more than 30 percent of water and cutting labor costs," he said.

\n

The yield of his fields in 2025 is expected to reach an above-average 7.5 tons per hectare, with 85 percent classified as high-quality cotton, giving him a net income of around 90,000 yuan after subsidies.

\n

Technology upgrades have lifted village yields to more than 6 tons per hectare. Shartur's cotton output value is forecast to exceed 20 million yuan in 2025.

\n

According to the bureau, the prefecture has planted nearly 106,000 hectares of cotton in 2025, and the total output of lint cotton is expected to exceed 220,000 tons, 18,000 tons more than in 2024.

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Ochirbat said the region will further improve mechanized harvesting, enhance the quality of defoliation and picking, and promote domestically made harvesters.

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zhaoyimeng@chinadaily.com.cn

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Khaby Lame makes a "thumb-up" gesture during his visit in Chongqing on Sunday, where he watched Sichuan Opera performances and made hotpot broth.

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In a world often divided by language and cultural barriers, Khaby Lame — the Italian-Senegalese influencer and TikTok's most-followed content creator — believes in the power of silence.

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With around 260 million cross-platform followers worldwide, Lame is currently on a tour of China that has led him to Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai and Nanjing, Jiangsu province.

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"Humor and happiness are my way to connect with the world," Lame told China Daily in an exclusive interview in Shanghai.

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His signature videos — responding to overly complicated life hacks with a deadpan stare followed by simple solutions — have become an internationally recognised language. Through gestures, facial expressions and wordless humor, he offers international audiences an unfiltered glimpse of contemporary Chinese society, turning casual street interactions or food tastings into relatable stories that transcend cultural gaps.

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"One of the values of my videos is that silence can reach everybody," the 25-year-old explained. "You don't have to talk to make content. My videos are accessible for all countries — you don't have to know the language, because I don't speak. So they are available for everybody, for all ages and for all people."

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Since arriving in Beijing on Sept 9, Lame has wasted no time exploring local culture: making jianbing guozi, Tianjin's savory pancake; dribbling a soccer ball with players from the popular Jiangsu Football City League; strolling along Shanghai's iconic tree-lined Wukang Road; and even cosplaying as a lead character from Black Myth, Wukong, an internationally acclaimed Chinese video game.

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Lame said his experience in China has given him a way to express himself while also learning from Chinese people.

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Shanghai, in particular, left a lasting impression.

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"Usually, when cities modernize, they kind of forget their past; they destroy old things to build new buildings or other stuff. But I love that Shanghai preserves its original charm while still being modern," Lame said.

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He also noted the city's unique vibe: "People in Shanghai have a fast pace of work and life, and they are so stylish — everyone looks like they work for Vogue magazine."

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Lame is part of a growing wave of foreign content creators exploring China, following Darren Jason Watkins Jr, a streamer from the United States known to Chinese fans as IShowSpeed, or jiakang ge. He traveled across China from late March to early April, livestreaming adventures in cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing and Shenzhen. His opening broadcast in Shanghai drew 5.6 million viewers.

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From marveling at China's 350 kilometers per hour high-speed trains to tasting fermented soybean milk, IShowSpeed's unscripted moments challenged stereotypes, earning praise from the Chinese embassy in the US, which said his content "bridges cultural gaps and creates alternative channels for foreign audiences to understand a vibrant China".

\n

Lame shares similar goals, using light-hearted, human-centered content to challenge stereotypes and connect China with the world.

\n

"I can't wait to make my own vlog and show the whole world how interesting and nice China is, and how colorful and warm the people in China are," said Lame, dubbed wuyu ge, or speechless brother, by Chinese netizens. "My hope is that by passing on these experiences, I can help China and other countries come closer as friends."

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This trend aligns with a broader revival in China's inbound tourism. According to the China Tourism Academy's 2024-2025 inbound tourism report, 2024 saw 131.9 million inbound visitors, a 61 percent year-on-year increase, with 26.94 million foreign travelers, up 96 percent, benefiting from visa-free policies covering 63 countries.

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Social media has become a key enabler of this exchange. As large numbers of international tourists visit China, platforms such as You-Tube and TikTok turn personal experiences into global stories.

\n

"I hope to continue building bridges of friendship between nations, one smile at a time," Lame said.

\n

As Lame continues his ongoing multi-city journey, he is already planning to deepen his connection with China.

\n

"In China, I felt how powerful simple happiness can be," Lame said. "With my vlogs, I want to carry these feelings to more people, so they can see and share the same warmth."

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heqi@chinadaily.com.cn

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Khaby Lame makes a "thumb-up" gesture during his visit in Chongqing on Sunday, where he watched Sichuan Opera performances and made hotpot broth.

\n

In a world often divided by language and cultural barriers, Khaby Lame — the Italian-Senegalese influencer and TikTok's most-followed content creator — believes in the power of silence.

\n

With around 260 million cross-platform followers worldwide, Lame is currently on a tour of China that has led him to Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai and Nanjing, Jiangsu province.

\n

"Humor and happiness are my way to connect with the world," Lame told China Daily in an exclusive interview in Shanghai.

\n

His signature videos — responding to overly complicated life hacks with a deadpan stare followed by simple solutions — have become an internationally recognised language. Through gestures, facial expressions and wordless humor, he offers international audiences an unfiltered glimpse of contemporary Chinese society, turning casual street interactions or food tastings into relatable stories that transcend cultural gaps.

\n

"One of the values of my videos is that silence can reach everybody," the 25-year-old explained. "You don't have to talk to make content. My videos are accessible for all countries — you don't have to know the language, because I don't speak. So they are available for everybody, for all ages and for all people."

\n

Since arriving in Beijing on Sept 9, Lame has wasted no time exploring local culture: making jianbing guozi, Tianjin's savory pancake; dribbling a soccer ball with players from the popular Jiangsu Football City League; strolling along Shanghai's iconic tree-lined Wukang Road; and even cosplaying as a lead character from Black Myth, Wukong, an internationally acclaimed Chinese video game.

\n

Lame said his experience in China has given him a way to express himself while also learning from Chinese people.

\n

Shanghai, in particular, left a lasting impression.

\n

"Usually, when cities modernize, they kind of forget their past; they destroy old things to build new buildings or other stuff. But I love that Shanghai preserves its original charm while still being modern," Lame said.

\n

He also noted the city's unique vibe: "People in Shanghai have a fast pace of work and life, and they are so stylish — everyone looks like they work for Vogue magazine."

\n

Lame is part of a growing wave of foreign content creators exploring China, following Darren Jason Watkins Jr, a streamer from the United States known to Chinese fans as IShowSpeed, or jiakang ge. He traveled across China from late March to early April, livestreaming adventures in cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing and Shenzhen. His opening broadcast in Shanghai drew 5.6 million viewers.

\n

From marveling at China's 350 kilometers per hour high-speed trains to tasting fermented soybean milk, IShowSpeed's unscripted moments challenged stereotypes, earning praise from the Chinese embassy in the US, which said his content "bridges cultural gaps and creates alternative channels for foreign audiences to understand a vibrant China".

\n

Lame shares similar goals, using light-hearted, human-centered content to challenge stereotypes and connect China with the world.

\n

"I can't wait to make my own vlog and show the whole world how interesting and nice China is, and how colorful and warm the people in China are," said Lame, dubbed wuyu ge, or speechless brother, by Chinese netizens. "My hope is that by passing on these experiences, I can help China and other countries come closer as friends."

\n

This trend aligns with a broader revival in China's inbound tourism. According to the China Tourism Academy's 2024-2025 inbound tourism report, 2024 saw 131.9 million inbound visitors, a 61 percent year-on-year increase, with 26.94 million foreign travelers, up 96 percent, benefiting from visa-free policies covering 63 countries.

\n

Social media has become a key enabler of this exchange. As large numbers of international tourists visit China, platforms such as You-Tube and TikTok turn personal experiences into global stories.

\n

"I hope to continue building bridges of friendship between nations, one smile at a time," Lame said.

\n

As Lame continues his ongoing multi-city journey, he is already planning to deepen his connection with China.

\n

"In China, I felt how powerful simple happiness can be," Lame said. "With my vlogs, I want to carry these feelings to more people, so they can see and share the same warmth."

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heqi@chinadaily.com.cn

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On Saturday, a burial ceremony was held in Shenyang, Liaoning province, for the 12th set of remains of Chinese soldiers who died during the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53). The remains of 30 soldiers were transported from South Korea to Shenyang on Friday by a Y-20 strategic transport plane of the People's Liberation Army Air Force.

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Led by Peng Dehuai, commander in chief of the Chinese People's Volunteers army, nearly 2.9 million Chinese soldiers fought in the conflict. More than 197,000 Chinese soldiers and civilians recruited by the CPV died in combat.

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The ceremony began at 10 am on Saturday. With PLA honor guards standing watch, ceremonial soldiers marched in unison, escorting the coffins of the 30 martyrs into the memorial square of the CPV martyrs' cemetery. The national anthem was played and sung.

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Minister of Veterans Affairs Pei Jinjia delivered the eulogy. All attendees bowed three times to the remains, and 27 honor guards fired 12 shots in succession to pay their respects.

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More than 300 people attended the ceremony, including government representatives, military personnel, veterans, families of the fallen soldiers, students and local residents.

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Zhao Jingcheng, a tourist from Xi'an, Shaanxi province, said the flowers, fruits and candies placed in front of each grave showed that the country and people have not forgotten the fallen.

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"They are the most lovable people," Zhao said.

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Photographer Liu Naipeng, who has documented multiple repatriations of CPV soldiers' remains, said capturing such moments is unforgettable.

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"Every time I press the shutter, I feel immense respect as I welcome the heroes in my heart back home," Liu said.

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The remains were buried at the CPV martyrs' cemetery in Shenyang. Wang Chunjie, a staff member at the cemetery, said she welcomes the heroes' remains back each year. After the ceremony, she arranged flowers in front of the wall bearing the soldiers' names.

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"As a guardian of these martyrs, I am committed to sharing their stories with more people and passing on the spirit. This is the best tribute we can offer to these heroes," Wang said.

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This year marks the 75th anniversary of the CPV's participation in the war, which lasted two years and nine months.

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Over the past 12 years, a total of 1,011 CPV martyrs' remains have been brought back from South Korea.

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The identification and comparison process for the first 11 batches of the remains of 981 Chinese soldiers who died during the war and were returned from South Korea has been completed, with the names and family members of 28 martyrs confirmed, the Ministry of Veterans Affairs said.

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Contact the writers at lishangyi@chinadaily.com.cn

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On Saturday, a burial ceremony was held in Shenyang, Liaoning province, for the 12th set of remains of Chinese soldiers who died during the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53). The remains of 30 soldiers were transported from South Korea to Shenyang on Friday by a Y-20 strategic transport plane of the People's Liberation Army Air Force.

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Led by Peng Dehuai, commander in chief of the Chinese People's Volunteers army, nearly 2.9 million Chinese soldiers fought in the conflict. More than 197,000 Chinese soldiers and civilians recruited by the CPV died in combat.

\n

The ceremony began at 10 am on Saturday. With PLA honor guards standing watch, ceremonial soldiers marched in unison, escorting the coffins of the 30 martyrs into the memorial square of the CPV martyrs' cemetery. The national anthem was played and sung.

\n

Minister of Veterans Affairs Pei Jinjia delivered the eulogy. All attendees bowed three times to the remains, and 27 honor guards fired 12 shots in succession to pay their respects.

\n

More than 300 people attended the ceremony, including government representatives, military personnel, veterans, families of the fallen soldiers, students and local residents.

\n

Zhao Jingcheng, a tourist from Xi'an, Shaanxi province, said the flowers, fruits and candies placed in front of each grave showed that the country and people have not forgotten the fallen.

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"They are the most lovable people," Zhao said.

\n

Photographer Liu Naipeng, who has documented multiple repatriations of CPV soldiers' remains, said capturing such moments is unforgettable.

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"Every time I press the shutter, I feel immense respect as I welcome the heroes in my heart back home," Liu said.

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The remains were buried at the CPV martyrs' cemetery in Shenyang. Wang Chunjie, a staff member at the cemetery, said she welcomes the heroes' remains back each year. After the ceremony, she arranged flowers in front of the wall bearing the soldiers' names.

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"As a guardian of these martyrs, I am committed to sharing their stories with more people and passing on the spirit. This is the best tribute we can offer to these heroes," Wang said.

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This year marks the 75th anniversary of the CPV's participation in the war, which lasted two years and nine months.

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Over the past 12 years, a total of 1,011 CPV martyrs' remains have been brought back from South Korea.

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The identification and comparison process for the first 11 batches of the remains of 981 Chinese soldiers who died during the war and were returned from South Korea has been completed, with the names and family members of 28 martyrs confirmed, the Ministry of Veterans Affairs said.

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Contact the writers at lishangyi@chinadaily.com.cn

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A local guide introduces organic farming to participants of the Third Organic Districts World Congress and the 12th Datong Chehe International Organic Agriculture Forum at a millet field in Lingqiu county, Shanxi province.

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Three participants take a closer look at millet grown at the plot.

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Several participants take a group photo in the field.

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Tucked away in the rugged landscape of the Taihang Mountains in northeastern Shanxi province, the hamlet of Chehe in Lingqiu county has blossomed into a thriving village by embracing the principles of organic agriculture.

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For decades, Chehe village was a place of hardship. Its land was barren, its infrastructure outdated, and its people reliant on the whims of nature for their livelihood. Led by village head Wang Chun, they had long struggled to eke out an existence from the unforgiving landscape. In the 1990s, Wang started leading villagers to plant trees on the barren slopes around the village.

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However, the real change came in 2013.

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That year, under the guidance of the China Agricultural University and in collaboration with 16 other organizations, Chehe was chosen as the first pilot site for an ambitious organic agriculture initiative. The project, outlined in the "Lingqiu County Organic Agriculture Park Implementation Plan (2013-2030)", aimed to transform the local economy and environment through sustainable practices.

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"I was confident that organic agriculture was the right path," Wang recalled. "And it has changed everything."

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With his leadership, the villagers pooled their resources — land, forests and rivers — into a cooperative, breaking away from traditional farming methods and embracing organic cultivation and livestock rearing.

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The transformation was nothing short of miraculous. Nearly 47 hectares of land were converted into organic farmland, where villagers cultivated a variety of organic grains and vegetables. They also employed organic methods to raise over 30,000 chickens and 5,000 sheep. All these products were certified as traceable organic goods, quickly capturing the attention of eager markets in nearby Hebei province and major cities like Beijing and Tianjin.

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A single organic egg from Chehe became a coveted item, contributing significantly to the village's newfound prosperity, Wang said. Last year, eggs from Chehe yielded an income of 3 million yuan ($420,000) for the village cooperative.

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By 2023, Chehe's collective income soared from zero in 2013 to 138 million yuan, with individual incomes increasing from 2,300 yuan in 2013 to 25,000 yuan in 2023.

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The village, once labeled impoverished, was now thriving. The success of Chehe's organic model attracted international attention, becoming a case study in poverty alleviation and rural vitalization.

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The village didn't stop at agriculture. It seamlessly integrated organic farming with tourism, creating a unique cultural experience. Visitors could walk through lush vegetable gardens, pick fresh produce, and stay in charming guesthouses that offered an authentic taste of rural life.

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Chehe even built a 1,200-meter-long scenic boardwalk, drawing tourists eager to experience the beauty and tranquility of the countryside.

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The impact of Chehe's transformation extended far beyond its borders. At present, Lingqiu county has established an organic food production base spanning 2,000 hectares, with 133 organic varieties certified. The total output value of organic agriculture has reached 570 million yuan.

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At the Third Organic Districts World Congress and the 12th Datong Chehe International Organic Agriculture Forum, held in Lingqiu on Aug 26, more than 150 experts from 25 countries, including Italy, Germany and Indonesia, gathered to explore how holistic organic agriculture could drive high-quality economic development.

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The conference focused on the role of organic agriculture in addressing environmental challenges such as climate change and soil degradation. It emphasized the use of eco-friendly technologies to achieve ecological restoration and stable production, offering sustainable agricultural solutions for arid regions.

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Patrick Deegbe, an entrepreneur from Switzerland and a participant in the conference, said that he was impressed by the agriculture project developed in Chehe. The village is transforming into an organic community and helping its residents shake off poverty, he said. The model can be introduced to African countries such as Ghana, he added.

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In his speech at the opening ceremony, Liu Junyi, mayor of Datong which administers Lingqiu, said that since 2013, Lingqiu has been using organic agriculture as a strategic pivot to drive industrial transformation and promote rural development. Starting with the Chehe community as a pilot, they have advanced the construction of "organic production, organic society, and organic community", exploring a new path for agricultural development in the northern Shanxi region.

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"In the future, Datong will continue to deepen international exchanges and cooperation, promoting further progress and achievements in the development of organic agriculture," he said.

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Zhou Zejiang, president of the Advisory Board of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements-Asia, said that Chehe's success story was a testament to the power of organic agriculture as a bridge connecting diverse communities, governments, businesses and traditional farming wisdom with innovative ideas.

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"Chehe was once a poor mountain village. Now, it stands as a model of agricultural and cultural richness, a testament to the collective efforts of its people," he said.

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Contact the writers at zhuxingxin@chinadaily.com.cn

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A local guide introduces organic farming to participants of the Third Organic Districts World Congress and the 12th Datong Chehe International Organic Agriculture Forum at a millet field in Lingqiu county, Shanxi province.

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Three participants take a closer look at millet grown at the plot.

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Several participants take a group photo in the field.

\n

Tucked away in the rugged landscape of the Taihang Mountains in northeastern Shanxi province, the hamlet of Chehe in Lingqiu county has blossomed into a thriving village by embracing the principles of organic agriculture.

\n

For decades, Chehe village was a place of hardship. Its land was barren, its infrastructure outdated, and its people reliant on the whims of nature for their livelihood. Led by village head Wang Chun, they had long struggled to eke out an existence from the unforgiving landscape. In the 1990s, Wang started leading villagers to plant trees on the barren slopes around the village.

\n

However, the real change came in 2013.

\n

That year, under the guidance of the China Agricultural University and in collaboration with 16 other organizations, Chehe was chosen as the first pilot site for an ambitious organic agriculture initiative. The project, outlined in the "Lingqiu County Organic Agriculture Park Implementation Plan (2013-2030)", aimed to transform the local economy and environment through sustainable practices.

\n

"I was confident that organic agriculture was the right path," Wang recalled. "And it has changed everything."

\n

With his leadership, the villagers pooled their resources — land, forests and rivers — into a cooperative, breaking away from traditional farming methods and embracing organic cultivation and livestock rearing.

\n

The transformation was nothing short of miraculous. Nearly 47 hectares of land were converted into organic farmland, where villagers cultivated a variety of organic grains and vegetables. They also employed organic methods to raise over 30,000 chickens and 5,000 sheep. All these products were certified as traceable organic goods, quickly capturing the attention of eager markets in nearby Hebei province and major cities like Beijing and Tianjin.

\n

A single organic egg from Chehe became a coveted item, contributing significantly to the village's newfound prosperity, Wang said. Last year, eggs from Chehe yielded an income of 3 million yuan ($420,000) for the village cooperative.

\n

By 2023, Chehe's collective income soared from zero in 2013 to 138 million yuan, with individual incomes increasing from 2,300 yuan in 2013 to 25,000 yuan in 2023.

\n

The village, once labeled impoverished, was now thriving. The success of Chehe's organic model attracted international attention, becoming a case study in poverty alleviation and rural vitalization.

\n

The village didn't stop at agriculture. It seamlessly integrated organic farming with tourism, creating a unique cultural experience. Visitors could walk through lush vegetable gardens, pick fresh produce, and stay in charming guesthouses that offered an authentic taste of rural life.

\n

Chehe even built a 1,200-meter-long scenic boardwalk, drawing tourists eager to experience the beauty and tranquility of the countryside.

\n

The impact of Chehe's transformation extended far beyond its borders. At present, Lingqiu county has established an organic food production base spanning 2,000 hectares, with 133 organic varieties certified. The total output value of organic agriculture has reached 570 million yuan.

\n

At the Third Organic Districts World Congress and the 12th Datong Chehe International Organic Agriculture Forum, held in Lingqiu on Aug 26, more than 150 experts from 25 countries, including Italy, Germany and Indonesia, gathered to explore how holistic organic agriculture could drive high-quality economic development.

\n

The conference focused on the role of organic agriculture in addressing environmental challenges such as climate change and soil degradation. It emphasized the use of eco-friendly technologies to achieve ecological restoration and stable production, offering sustainable agricultural solutions for arid regions.

\n

Patrick Deegbe, an entrepreneur from Switzerland and a participant in the conference, said that he was impressed by the agriculture project developed in Chehe. The village is transforming into an organic community and helping its residents shake off poverty, he said. The model can be introduced to African countries such as Ghana, he added.

\n

In his speech at the opening ceremony, Liu Junyi, mayor of Datong which administers Lingqiu, said that since 2013, Lingqiu has been using organic agriculture as a strategic pivot to drive industrial transformation and promote rural development. Starting with the Chehe community as a pilot, they have advanced the construction of "organic production, organic society, and organic community", exploring a new path for agricultural development in the northern Shanxi region.

\n

"In the future, Datong will continue to deepen international exchanges and cooperation, promoting further progress and achievements in the development of organic agriculture," he said.

\n

Zhou Zejiang, president of the Advisory Board of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements-Asia, said that Chehe's success story was a testament to the power of organic agriculture as a bridge connecting diverse communities, governments, businesses and traditional farming wisdom with innovative ideas.

\n

"Chehe was once a poor mountain village. Now, it stands as a model of agricultural and cultural richness, a testament to the collective efforts of its people," he said.

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Contact the writers at zhuxingxin@chinadaily.com.cn

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Representatives from China and the United States attend the opening ceremony of a permanent exhibition on the Flying Tigers in Liuzhou city, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Sept 7.

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A permanent exhibition honoring the Flying Tigers opened in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Sept 7. The exhibit revisits the role played by China and the United States in fighting side by side against fascism during World War II.

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The American Volunteer Group — widely known as the Flying Tigers — was established by US General Claire Chennault as part of the Chinese Air Force and was stationed in Liuzhou between 1942 and 1945.

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Liuzhou served as a pivotal base for the Flying Tigers in South China and is home to some of the most well-preserved airfields used by the group.

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Housed within the Liuzhou Military Museum, the exhibition, spanning over 6,000 square meters, is open to the public free of charge and comprises five thematic sections showcasing more than 1,000 precious historical relics. Through a rich collection of physical materials, vivid reproductions and advanced techniques, the exhibition, for the first time, comprehensively and clearly maps the complete historical context of the Flying Tigers' joint fight with Chinese military personnel and civilians.

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Jeffrey Greene, chairman of the Sino-American Aviation Heritage Foundation and the American Flying Tigers Legacy Foundation, highlighted the profound friendship forged between the Chinese and US peoples amid the darkest days of WWII.

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"Throughout the war, whenever an American airman was shot down or forced to land in Japanese-occupied territory, they were nearly always rescued by the Chinese people — unless captured immediately by Japanese forces," he said.

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This story of extraordinary friendship, rooted in mutual sacrifice and a deeply human narrative of love and fidelity, has become more than just a bridge between the two nations, he added.

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Chen Gang, Party secretary of Guangxi, said the region intends to use the exhibition's opening to leverage Flying Tigers-related exhibits, venues and cultural relics as bonds to actively advance China-US youth exchange programs, build Flying Tigers friendship schools and strengthen nongovernmental friendly exchanges.

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Yang Wanming, president of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, said that China-US cooperation during WWII demonstrates that people of different countries can transcend differences and work together in the face of common challenges.

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"Today, as the world undergoes unprecedented, accelerated changes and enters a new period of turbulence and transformation with mounting uncertainties, humanity stands at a historical crossroads once again," he said.

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"Only through global cooperation and collective efforts can we build a peaceful and prosperous world."

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Gail Baumgartner, 73, whose father was Flying Tigers veteran Joseph C. Cooper, has spent years sharing her father's story with younger generations.

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Liuzhou Huxi Middle School joined the Flying Tigers Friendship School and Youth Leadership Program in 2023. At the time, they were the second Chinese school to participate in the initiative. Today, the program includes more than 100 leading Chinese middle schools, high schools and universities.

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"To date, we have brought three groups of nearly 200 American students to China," Greene said. "Another group visit is planned for this winter, and two more next summer, to learn about the shared Sino-American legacy of the Flying Tigers."

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zhangli@chinadaily.com.cn

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Representatives from China and the United States attend the opening ceremony of a permanent exhibition on the Flying Tigers in Liuzhou city, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Sept 7.

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A permanent exhibition honoring the Flying Tigers opened in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Sept 7. The exhibit revisits the role played by China and the United States in fighting side by side against fascism during World War II.

\n

The American Volunteer Group — widely known as the Flying Tigers — was established by US General Claire Chennault as part of the Chinese Air Force and was stationed in Liuzhou between 1942 and 1945.

\n

Liuzhou served as a pivotal base for the Flying Tigers in South China and is home to some of the most well-preserved airfields used by the group.

\n

Housed within the Liuzhou Military Museum, the exhibition, spanning over 6,000 square meters, is open to the public free of charge and comprises five thematic sections showcasing more than 1,000 precious historical relics. Through a rich collection of physical materials, vivid reproductions and advanced techniques, the exhibition, for the first time, comprehensively and clearly maps the complete historical context of the Flying Tigers' joint fight with Chinese military personnel and civilians.

\n

Jeffrey Greene, chairman of the Sino-American Aviation Heritage Foundation and the American Flying Tigers Legacy Foundation, highlighted the profound friendship forged between the Chinese and US peoples amid the darkest days of WWII.

\n

"Throughout the war, whenever an American airman was shot down or forced to land in Japanese-occupied territory, they were nearly always rescued by the Chinese people — unless captured immediately by Japanese forces," he said.

\n

This story of extraordinary friendship, rooted in mutual sacrifice and a deeply human narrative of love and fidelity, has become more than just a bridge between the two nations, he added.

\n

Chen Gang, Party secretary of Guangxi, said the region intends to use the exhibition's opening to leverage Flying Tigers-related exhibits, venues and cultural relics as bonds to actively advance China-US youth exchange programs, build Flying Tigers friendship schools and strengthen nongovernmental friendly exchanges.

\n

Yang Wanming, president of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, said that China-US cooperation during WWII demonstrates that people of different countries can transcend differences and work together in the face of common challenges.

\n

"Today, as the world undergoes unprecedented, accelerated changes and enters a new period of turbulence and transformation with mounting uncertainties, humanity stands at a historical crossroads once again," he said.

\n

"Only through global cooperation and collective efforts can we build a peaceful and prosperous world."

\n

Gail Baumgartner, 73, whose father was Flying Tigers veteran Joseph C. Cooper, has spent years sharing her father's story with younger generations.

\n

Liuzhou Huxi Middle School joined the Flying Tigers Friendship School and Youth Leadership Program in 2023. At the time, they were the second Chinese school to participate in the initiative. Today, the program includes more than 100 leading Chinese middle schools, high schools and universities.

\n

"To date, we have brought three groups of nearly 200 American students to China," Greene said. "Another group visit is planned for this winter, and two more next summer, to learn about the shared Sino-American legacy of the Flying Tigers."

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zhangli@chinadaily.com.cn

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An aerial photo shows rooftops covered by solar panels at a village in the Huzhu Tu autonomous county, Qinghai province.

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XINING — Bathed in radiant sunlight, the rooftops of Dongshan village on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau gleam with solar panels that are helping transform local livelihoods while driving green development and rural vitalization across the region. Tucked away in the remote mountains of Huzhu Tu autonomous county, Haidong city, in Northwest China's Qinghai province, Dongshan enjoys abundant sunshine but has long been shadowed by poverty.

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In recent years, Huzhu has harnessed the plentiful sunlight through the development of distributed photovoltaic energy, with villagers affectionately calling the solar panels their "sunshine bank accounts".

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For a long time, the villagers here depended on farming and animal husbandry. However, the meager profits from these traditional industries forced more than half of the labor force to seek work elsewhere.

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A few years ago, Wang Guofeng, Party chief of Dongshan, considered starting a clothing business to help villagers boost their incomes. However, his plans repeatedly fell through due to limited sales channels and inadequate venues.

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A turning point came in 2021, when Dongshan was designated a distributed photovoltaic pilot village and nearly 200,000 yuan ($28,166) was invested in a 44.1-kilowatt rooftop solar power project. The installations prioritize meeting villagers' daily electricity needs, with any surplus fed back into the grid.

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This project generates an annual income of over 20,000 yuan, Wang said. In addition, a state-funded photovoltaic poverty alleviation initiative launched in 2018 could provide the village with an annual dividend of 240,000 yuan, as the grid allocates a larger share of profits to local residents. Even better, the solar panels require minimal maintenance and occupy no arable land, making them a reliable and sustainable investment, Wang explained.

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Banyan village is another pioneering community harnessing Huzhu's abundant sunshine, which offers up to 1,400 hours of usable sunlight annually. In the Tu ethnic language, "Banyan" means "a place of prosperity and bliss". Yet contrary to its name, the village, perched largely atop a hill, has long faced bitterly cold winters and arid farmland.

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In 2016, under a poverty alleviation program, villagers formerly residing on mountain tops and rugged hillsides were relocated to the foot of the hill. After the relocation, the village turned its focus to solar energy, installing panels on rooftops, beside pigsties, and across the hillsides.

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In 2017, Banyan village's 2-megawatt distributed photovoltaic poverty alleviation project began generating electricity. "With the solar panels installed, each household receives an annual dividend of 2,500 yuan, which is equivalent to the income from 10 mu (0.67 hectares) of land on the mountain," said Lyu Yourong, a local resident.

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In 2023, the State Grid Haidong power supply company built a 200-kilowatt energy storage project for the village, along with four 7-kilowatt charging piles, creating an integrated "solar-storage-charging" parking lot.

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The parking lot is part of the village's green power initiative. According to Jiang Shenghui from the power supply company, it helps address Banyan village's limited energy storage capacity while making the most of its abundant sunlight.

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In general, the distributed photovoltaic system in Banyan generates 1.5 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, which is equivalent to saving about 460 metric tons of standard coal each year and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 1,200 tons. Today, villagers are not only benefiting from affordable green electricity but are also driving new energy vehicles as their standard of living rises.

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In addition to installing distributed photovoltaic systems, Banyan has made significant strides in green transformation, becoming a certified zero-carbon village. This achievement is the result of numerous initiatives such as afforestation, the adoption of natural gas, and the replacement of grass-and-straw burning beds with electrically heated ones.

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As of July, the total installed capacity of distributed photovoltaic systems in Haidong city had reached 113,500 kilowatts, covering 2,609 households, according to Jiang.

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An aerial photo shows rooftops covered by solar panels at a village in the Huzhu Tu autonomous county, Qinghai province.

\n

XINING — Bathed in radiant sunlight, the rooftops of Dongshan village on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau gleam with solar panels that are helping transform local livelihoods while driving green development and rural vitalization across the region. Tucked away in the remote mountains of Huzhu Tu autonomous county, Haidong city, in Northwest China's Qinghai province, Dongshan enjoys abundant sunshine but has long been shadowed by poverty.

\n

In recent years, Huzhu has harnessed the plentiful sunlight through the development of distributed photovoltaic energy, with villagers affectionately calling the solar panels their "sunshine bank accounts".

\n

For a long time, the villagers here depended on farming and animal husbandry. However, the meager profits from these traditional industries forced more than half of the labor force to seek work elsewhere.

\n

A few years ago, Wang Guofeng, Party chief of Dongshan, considered starting a clothing business to help villagers boost their incomes. However, his plans repeatedly fell through due to limited sales channels and inadequate venues.

\n

A turning point came in 2021, when Dongshan was designated a distributed photovoltaic pilot village and nearly 200,000 yuan ($28,166) was invested in a 44.1-kilowatt rooftop solar power project. The installations prioritize meeting villagers' daily electricity needs, with any surplus fed back into the grid.

\n

This project generates an annual income of over 20,000 yuan, Wang said. In addition, a state-funded photovoltaic poverty alleviation initiative launched in 2018 could provide the village with an annual dividend of 240,000 yuan, as the grid allocates a larger share of profits to local residents. Even better, the solar panels require minimal maintenance and occupy no arable land, making them a reliable and sustainable investment, Wang explained.

\n

Banyan village is another pioneering community harnessing Huzhu's abundant sunshine, which offers up to 1,400 hours of usable sunlight annually. In the Tu ethnic language, "Banyan" means "a place of prosperity and bliss". Yet contrary to its name, the village, perched largely atop a hill, has long faced bitterly cold winters and arid farmland.

\n

In 2016, under a poverty alleviation program, villagers formerly residing on mountain tops and rugged hillsides were relocated to the foot of the hill. After the relocation, the village turned its focus to solar energy, installing panels on rooftops, beside pigsties, and across the hillsides.

\n

In 2017, Banyan village's 2-megawatt distributed photovoltaic poverty alleviation project began generating electricity. "With the solar panels installed, each household receives an annual dividend of 2,500 yuan, which is equivalent to the income from 10 mu (0.67 hectares) of land on the mountain," said Lyu Yourong, a local resident.

\n

In 2023, the State Grid Haidong power supply company built a 200-kilowatt energy storage project for the village, along with four 7-kilowatt charging piles, creating an integrated "solar-storage-charging" parking lot.

\n

The parking lot is part of the village's green power initiative. According to Jiang Shenghui from the power supply company, it helps address Banyan village's limited energy storage capacity while making the most of its abundant sunlight.

\n

In general, the distributed photovoltaic system in Banyan generates 1.5 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, which is equivalent to saving about 460 metric tons of standard coal each year and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 1,200 tons. Today, villagers are not only benefiting from affordable green electricity but are also driving new energy vehicles as their standard of living rises.

\n

In addition to installing distributed photovoltaic systems, Banyan has made significant strides in green transformation, becoming a certified zero-carbon village. This achievement is the result of numerous initiatives such as afforestation, the adoption of natural gas, and the replacement of grass-and-straw burning beds with electrically heated ones.

\n

As of July, the total installed capacity of distributed photovoltaic systems in Haidong city had reached 113,500 kilowatts, covering 2,609 households, according to Jiang.

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China has consistently pointed out that without Middle East peace, the world will not be stable, and that the Palestinian question has always been at the heart of the Middle East turmoil. It is thus a positive development that the United Nations has set out an action-oriented pathway toward a peaceful settlement of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the realization of the "two-state solution", which is the only way to resolve the long-running conflict.

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The UN General Assembly on Friday adopted a draft resolution endorsing the New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution. That the draft resolution was passed by 142 votes in favor, 10 against, and 12 abstentions speaks volumes about the international community's will on how the Palestinian question should be settled.

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The declaration is the outcome of an international conference held in July at the UN Headquarters in New York, organized by France and Saudi Arabia, which resumes later this month.

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Presented in great detail, the declaration and the addendum to it show how it is envisioned that the Palestinian State under the leadership of the Palestinian Authority should be established, how Gaza should be reconstructed, and how a unified Palestinian State should maintain neighborly relations with Israel.

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France and Saudi Arabia and the cochairs of the conference's working groups should now work on making concrete steps toward realizing a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the release of all hostages, the return of Palestinian prisoners, the delivery of aid at scale throughout the Gaza Strip in coordination with the UN, and the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2735.

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As stated in the declaration, Gaza as an integral part of the Palestinian State must be reunified with the West Bank, and the governance, law enforcement and security in all Palestinian territories lie solely with the Palestinian Authority, with appropriate international support.

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The declaration calls for the Palestinian Authority to be supported, including through the necessary disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of the members of Hamas and other Palestinian factions, within an agreed mechanism and timeline with international partners.

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But, however detailed the measures the declaration has mapped out, it is an unbinding document whose implementation requires the cooperation of Israel, Hamas and other stakeholders.

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To put it into effect requires the international community to make concerted efforts to implement the declaration. Most urgently, diplomatic endeavors should be made by relevant UN authorities and other major countries to persuade Israel to open the crossings to Gaza and make sure that humanitarian aid can reach those Palestinian people in desperate need of food and daily necessities.

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The mediation efforts of Egypt, Qatar and the United States should continue with the aim of bringing about an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and then bringing Hamas and Israel to the negotiation table for a deal on the release of all hostages and the return of Palestinian prisoners.

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It should go without saying that nothing can be done regarding the establishment of a unified Palestinian State without a ceasefire in Gaza, which along with humanitarian assistance for the people in the enclave, is the top priority.

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Both Israel and all Palestinian organizations should be persuaded that continuing their attacks on each other is a vicious cycle that will hinder the realization of lasting peace and prosperity for both the Israeli and Palestinian people as well as the harmonious development of the Middle East.

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It is wishful thinking for the Israeli or Palestinian side to believe that it can eradicate the other. Peaceful coexistence as two neighboring countries is the sole solution to the Palestinian question.

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China has long supported the "two-state solution" and maintained that the establishment of a unified Palestinian State is necessary for the permanent settlement of the Palestinian question and the realization of lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians.

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With more countries, those in Europe in particular, pledging to recognize a Palestinian State, the major countries should intensify their diplomatic efforts to do whatever they can for the "two-state solution" to materialize.

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China has consistently pointed out that without Middle East peace, the world will not be stable, and that the Palestinian question has always been at the heart of the Middle East turmoil. It is thus a positive development that the United Nations has set out an action-oriented pathway toward a peaceful settlement of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the realization of the "two-state solution", which is the only way to resolve the long-running conflict.

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The UN General Assembly on Friday adopted a draft resolution endorsing the New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution. That the draft resolution was passed by 142 votes in favor, 10 against, and 12 abstentions speaks volumes about the international community's will on how the Palestinian question should be settled.

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The declaration is the outcome of an international conference held in July at the UN Headquarters in New York, organized by France and Saudi Arabia, which resumes later this month.

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Presented in great detail, the declaration and the addendum to it show how it is envisioned that the Palestinian State under the leadership of the Palestinian Authority should be established, how Gaza should be reconstructed, and how a unified Palestinian State should maintain neighborly relations with Israel.

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France and Saudi Arabia and the cochairs of the conference's working groups should now work on making concrete steps toward realizing a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the release of all hostages, the return of Palestinian prisoners, the delivery of aid at scale throughout the Gaza Strip in coordination with the UN, and the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2735.

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As stated in the declaration, Gaza as an integral part of the Palestinian State must be reunified with the West Bank, and the governance, law enforcement and security in all Palestinian territories lie solely with the Palestinian Authority, with appropriate international support.

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The declaration calls for the Palestinian Authority to be supported, including through the necessary disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of the members of Hamas and other Palestinian factions, within an agreed mechanism and timeline with international partners.

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But, however detailed the measures the declaration has mapped out, it is an unbinding document whose implementation requires the cooperation of Israel, Hamas and other stakeholders.

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To put it into effect requires the international community to make concerted efforts to implement the declaration. Most urgently, diplomatic endeavors should be made by relevant UN authorities and other major countries to persuade Israel to open the crossings to Gaza and make sure that humanitarian aid can reach those Palestinian people in desperate need of food and daily necessities.

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The mediation efforts of Egypt, Qatar and the United States should continue with the aim of bringing about an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and then bringing Hamas and Israel to the negotiation table for a deal on the release of all hostages and the return of Palestinian prisoners.

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It should go without saying that nothing can be done regarding the establishment of a unified Palestinian State without a ceasefire in Gaza, which along with humanitarian assistance for the people in the enclave, is the top priority.

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Both Israel and all Palestinian organizations should be persuaded that continuing their attacks on each other is a vicious cycle that will hinder the realization of lasting peace and prosperity for both the Israeli and Palestinian people as well as the harmonious development of the Middle East.

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It is wishful thinking for the Israeli or Palestinian side to believe that it can eradicate the other. Peaceful coexistence as two neighboring countries is the sole solution to the Palestinian question.

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China has long supported the "two-state solution" and maintained that the establishment of a unified Palestinian State is necessary for the permanent settlement of the Palestinian question and the realization of lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians.

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With more countries, those in Europe in particular, pledging to recognize a Palestinian State, the major countries should intensify their diplomatic efforts to do whatever they can for the "two-state solution" to materialize.

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Acting on the consensus of the leaders of the two countries serves the common interests of both China and the United States, as well as the broader international community.

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So as the delegations from the two countries begin a new round of economic and trade talks in Madrid, the objective for both sides should be clear: seeking to resolve their differences through equal dialogue and easing their trade tensions through actions.

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In the past few months, guided by the heads-of-state diplomacy, the economic and trade teams of China and the US have maintained intensive communication. The meetings in Geneva, London and Stockholm produced progress that can be built on. These meetings have demonstrated that dialogue on the basis of equality and mutual respect can yield outcomes. The international community looks forward to further constructive results in Madrid.

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Yet, on the eve of this round of talks, the US Department of Commerce announced sanctions against more than 20 Chinese entities in fields such as semiconductor, biotechnology and aerospace. Such a move at this time raises questions about Washington's sincerity in fostering cooperation.

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The US move is not conducive to achieving mutually beneficial outcomes. Despite this, China is approaching the Madrid talks with openness and sincerity, and remains committed to the dialogue.

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With the growth of uncertainty and risks in world economy and trade, by injecting certainty and stability into their own economic relations, China and the US can help stabilize international trade and contribute to the stability of the global economy. The two economies have sizable common interests, with their cooperation evident in multiple fields. The talks in Madrid are expected to reflect that, as they are set to cover a broad agenda, from tariffs and export controls to the issue of TikTok.

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On tariffs, the record shows preventing a tariff war will not only bring relief to enterprises and the consumers of both sides, but also bolster the global supply chains. On export controls, it is essential that discussions be guided by fairness and transparency, avoiding politicization or discriminatory practices that distort markets and stifle innovation.

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And on TikTok, which has operated in the US for years and has become popular, having about 170 million US users, it is important to recognize that its growth reflects market forces and the innovative vitality of the technology. Its legal and compliant operations deserve fair treatment and an open and nondiscriminatory business environment.

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China has always emphasized that any commercial arrangement involving technology transfer or investment must follow legal procedures under relevant regulations. This is not only a matter of safeguarding China's national security and development interests, but also a step toward ensuring the healthy and orderly development of international cooperation.

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In this respect, China is committed to managing differences related to TikTok with the US on the basis of equality and mutual respect. It remains open to finding balanced solutions through dialogue.

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For meaningful progress to be achieved in Madrid, both sides should meet each other halfway in the right direction. Dialogue is a two-way process, and consensus cannot be reached if one side constantly seeks to gain a unilateral advantage at the expense of the other.

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The China-US economic and trade consultation mechanism should be used to its full potential to stabilize Sino-US economic relations, expand cooperation and properly manage differences. In doing so, the two countries can better prompt their economic and trade relations to continue to contribute to bilateral ties and the stability of the global economy.

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It is hoped that the Madrid talks can carry on the previous momentum and so contribute to the resolution of the trade disputes between the world's two largest economies. Protectionism and unilateralism run counter to the interests of all countries. The two sides engaging with each other with reciprocal sincerity to find a rational way forward aligns with their common interests as well as the expectations of the world.

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Acting on the consensus of the leaders of the two countries serves the common interests of both China and the United States, as well as the broader international community.

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So as the delegations from the two countries begin a new round of economic and trade talks in Madrid, the objective for both sides should be clear: seeking to resolve their differences through equal dialogue and easing their trade tensions through actions.

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In the past few months, guided by the heads-of-state diplomacy, the economic and trade teams of China and the US have maintained intensive communication. The meetings in Geneva, London and Stockholm produced progress that can be built on. These meetings have demonstrated that dialogue on the basis of equality and mutual respect can yield outcomes. The international community looks forward to further constructive results in Madrid.

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Yet, on the eve of this round of talks, the US Department of Commerce announced sanctions against more than 20 Chinese entities in fields such as semiconductor, biotechnology and aerospace. Such a move at this time raises questions about Washington's sincerity in fostering cooperation.

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The US move is not conducive to achieving mutually beneficial outcomes. Despite this, China is approaching the Madrid talks with openness and sincerity, and remains committed to the dialogue.

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With the growth of uncertainty and risks in world economy and trade, by injecting certainty and stability into their own economic relations, China and the US can help stabilize international trade and contribute to the stability of the global economy. The two economies have sizable common interests, with their cooperation evident in multiple fields. The talks in Madrid are expected to reflect that, as they are set to cover a broad agenda, from tariffs and export controls to the issue of TikTok.

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On tariffs, the record shows preventing a tariff war will not only bring relief to enterprises and the consumers of both sides, but also bolster the global supply chains. On export controls, it is essential that discussions be guided by fairness and transparency, avoiding politicization or discriminatory practices that distort markets and stifle innovation.

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And on TikTok, which has operated in the US for years and has become popular, having about 170 million US users, it is important to recognize that its growth reflects market forces and the innovative vitality of the technology. Its legal and compliant operations deserve fair treatment and an open and nondiscriminatory business environment.

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China has always emphasized that any commercial arrangement involving technology transfer or investment must follow legal procedures under relevant regulations. This is not only a matter of safeguarding China's national security and development interests, but also a step toward ensuring the healthy and orderly development of international cooperation.

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In this respect, China is committed to managing differences related to TikTok with the US on the basis of equality and mutual respect. It remains open to finding balanced solutions through dialogue.

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For meaningful progress to be achieved in Madrid, both sides should meet each other halfway in the right direction. Dialogue is a two-way process, and consensus cannot be reached if one side constantly seeks to gain a unilateral advantage at the expense of the other.

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The China-US economic and trade consultation mechanism should be used to its full potential to stabilize Sino-US economic relations, expand cooperation and properly manage differences. In doing so, the two countries can better prompt their economic and trade relations to continue to contribute to bilateral ties and the stability of the global economy.

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It is hoped that the Madrid talks can carry on the previous momentum and so contribute to the resolution of the trade disputes between the world's two largest economies. Protectionism and unilateralism run counter to the interests of all countries. The two sides engaging with each other with reciprocal sincerity to find a rational way forward aligns with their common interests as well as the expectations of the world.

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Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visits to Austria, Slovenia and Poland from Friday to Tuesday once again send a clear message: China and Europe should be partners and opportunities for each other, not rivals or threats.

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At a time when global challenges are multiplying, Wang's visits to the three European Union member states highlight China's readiness to deepen cooperation with not only individual European countries but also the EU as a whole.

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The Chinese foreign minister's visits convey the consistency of China's policy toward the EU that is centered on mutual respect, dialogue, win-win cooperation and multilateralism.

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In Austria, Wang and his hosts reaffirmed the friendly strategic partnership between China and Austria that has stood the test of time. The two countries are preparing to mark the 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties next year, and China encourages Austria to seize the opportunities created by its vast market and green industrial transformation.

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Austria's commitment to the one-China principle and its support for multilateralism further consolidate the political foundation of bilateral relations.

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In Slovenia, Wang reiterated that China respects all countries, large or small, and seeks equality in diplomacy. Over the past 30 years, China-Slovenia cooperation has yielded fruitful results. Now, both sides are ready to expand it into new fields, including high-end manufacturing, green energy, pharmaceuticals and artificial intelligence.

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The Slovenian side, for its part, expressed appreciation for China's long-term vision and constructive role in the UN Security Council, calling China a responsible major country that sets an example by adhering to multilateralism. Both countries stressed that diplomacy should not be about confrontation but about partnership, a spirit that should be upheld in the China-EU relationship.

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Poland, an important strategic partner of China and a major country in Eastern Europe within the EU, is positioned to play a constructive role in promoting China-EU relations as China and the EU commemorate the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties this year.

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China and Poland should further strengthen their exchanges, expand practical cooperation, and work together to uphold the postwar international order.

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As for the Ukraine crisis, China has consistently called for dialogue and peace talks, a position echoed by peace-loving countries around the world. It will continue to play a constructive role in efforts to help secure lasting peace in Europe.

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Wang's visits once again demonstrate that China is not the source of Europe's problems, nor is it seeking to undermine Europe's interests. Instead, China has consistently voiced support for Europe's pursuit of strategic autonomy. China opposes any attempt by the EU to treat it as a bargaining chip in the bloc's negotiations with any other party.

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It should be clear to both sides that China and Europe share far more common interests than differences. They both value peace, stability and sustainable development, and stand to gain from deeper cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, climate change, green transformation, scientific innovation and people-to-people exchanges.

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The Global Governance Initiative proposed by President Xi Jinping, which is anchored in sovereign equality, international law, multilateralism, people-centered development and practical action, offers constructive ideas that resonate with the international community and align with the purposes of the UN Charter. Under that framework, cooperation and coordination with China serve not only the EU's interests but also the broader cause of world peace and development.

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What is required now is for the EU as a whole to maintain an objective and pragmatic perspective toward China, and resist the temptation to view China through the lens of rivalry or threat. Dialogue rather than confrontation is the right choice. The opportunity is there for Europe to grasp — provided the EU sees China as it truly is.

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Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visits to Austria, Slovenia and Poland from Friday to Tuesday once again send a clear message: China and Europe should be partners and opportunities for each other, not rivals or threats.

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At a time when global challenges are multiplying, Wang's visits to the three European Union member states highlight China's readiness to deepen cooperation with not only individual European countries but also the EU as a whole.

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The Chinese foreign minister's visits convey the consistency of China's policy toward the EU that is centered on mutual respect, dialogue, win-win cooperation and multilateralism.

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In Austria, Wang and his hosts reaffirmed the friendly strategic partnership between China and Austria that has stood the test of time. The two countries are preparing to mark the 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties next year, and China encourages Austria to seize the opportunities created by its vast market and green industrial transformation.

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Austria's commitment to the one-China principle and its support for multilateralism further consolidate the political foundation of bilateral relations.

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In Slovenia, Wang reiterated that China respects all countries, large or small, and seeks equality in diplomacy. Over the past 30 years, China-Slovenia cooperation has yielded fruitful results. Now, both sides are ready to expand it into new fields, including high-end manufacturing, green energy, pharmaceuticals and artificial intelligence.

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The Slovenian side, for its part, expressed appreciation for China's long-term vision and constructive role in the UN Security Council, calling China a responsible major country that sets an example by adhering to multilateralism. Both countries stressed that diplomacy should not be about confrontation but about partnership, a spirit that should be upheld in the China-EU relationship.

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Poland, an important strategic partner of China and a major country in Eastern Europe within the EU, is positioned to play a constructive role in promoting China-EU relations as China and the EU commemorate the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties this year.

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China and Poland should further strengthen their exchanges, expand practical cooperation, and work together to uphold the postwar international order.

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As for the Ukraine crisis, China has consistently called for dialogue and peace talks, a position echoed by peace-loving countries around the world. It will continue to play a constructive role in efforts to help secure lasting peace in Europe.

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Wang's visits once again demonstrate that China is not the source of Europe's problems, nor is it seeking to undermine Europe's interests. Instead, China has consistently voiced support for Europe's pursuit of strategic autonomy. China opposes any attempt by the EU to treat it as a bargaining chip in the bloc's negotiations with any other party.

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It should be clear to both sides that China and Europe share far more common interests than differences. They both value peace, stability and sustainable development, and stand to gain from deeper cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, climate change, green transformation, scientific innovation and people-to-people exchanges.

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The Global Governance Initiative proposed by President Xi Jinping, which is anchored in sovereign equality, international law, multilateralism, people-centered development and practical action, offers constructive ideas that resonate with the international community and align with the purposes of the UN Charter. Under that framework, cooperation and coordination with China serve not only the EU's interests but also the broader cause of world peace and development.

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What is required now is for the EU as a whole to maintain an objective and pragmatic perspective toward China, and resist the temptation to view China through the lens of rivalry or threat. Dialogue rather than confrontation is the right choice. The opportunity is there for Europe to grasp — provided the EU sees China as it truly is.

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Editor's note: With less than half a year remaining before the conclusion of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), China is on track to exceed its nonfossil energy consumption targets. The share of electricity in end-use energy consumption has already risen to around 30 percent. Zhou Dadi, former director of the Energy Research Institute of the National Development and Reform Commission, spoke to the 21st Century Business Herald about the achievements of the 14th Five-Year Plan in energy transition as well as the priorities in the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30). Below are excerpts from the interview. The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The policy framework of the 15th Five-Year Plan will continue to adhere to the core vision of the dual carbon goals. China aims to peak carbon dioxide emissions before 2030. The success of its energy transition hinges on whether clean energy can build cost advantages and market competitiveness. Only if there is an economically viable low-carbon energy supply system can fossil fuels be genuinely replaced.

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China has made remarkable progress in new energy development, but coal consumption remains a transitional challenge due to its economic viability.

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To achieve the carbon peak in the 15th Five-Year Plan period coal use must be reduced through targeted policies, building on existing measures to control its consumption.

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Coal, oil and natural gas should peak in stages during the next five years, followed by sustained and substantial reductions in the medium to long term.

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The primary pathway to achieving carbon neutrality before 2060 is to replace fossil fuels with nonfossil energy-based electricity — solar, wind, hydropower, nuclear and energy storage — potentially approaching near 100 percent substitution. The power system must achieve zero-carbon transformation ahead of schedule, with both primary and end-use energy highly electrified.

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Besides, it is important to advance green, low-carbon and rational consumption patterns. With the continued growth of electricity demand driven by the digital economy and artificial intelligence, the solution is not to simply restrict energy consumption, but to promote energy-saving technologies, enhance efficiency and advocate reasonable consumption in order to avoid wasting energy.

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The focus of energy policy should now shift to structural optimization and low-carbon transformation. There is broad consensus in the international community that developing clean energy and promoting green, low-carbon transformation can address the problem of climate change.

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In addition to restructuring the energy system, electrification in key sectors such as transportation and construction must also be accelerated. With rapid technological progress and declining costs, batteries, electric vehicles and electrified machinery are quickly gaining market share. Since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan, the electrification of transport has pushed the oil and gas industry into transition, and China's refined oil consumption has already peaked ahead of schedule.

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This peaking and subsequent decline in refined oil consumption have put pressure on the petrochemical industry to pursue its own low-carbon transformation. In the future, zero-carbon synthetic fuels and chemicals, based on green hydrogen and biomass, will be gradually developed.

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These are expected to gradually replace current oil — and gas-based petrochemicals starting from 2040.

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For the residential sector, high levels of electrification will be the main pathway for a green, low-carbon transformation. Heating systems will shift from coal — and gas-based centralized heating to distributed electric heating, including direct electric heating and heat pumps. Electrification in cooking is also emerging, with electric stoves increasingly available.

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The potential rooftop solar capacity of urban and rural buildings is estimated at nearly 3 billion kilowatts, but this resource remains largely untapped. Significant progress is expected in this area during the upcoming five-year plan.

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Editor's note: With less than half a year remaining before the conclusion of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), China is on track to exceed its nonfossil energy consumption targets. The share of electricity in end-use energy consumption has already risen to around 30 percent. Zhou Dadi, former director of the Energy Research Institute of the National Development and Reform Commission, spoke to the 21st Century Business Herald about the achievements of the 14th Five-Year Plan in energy transition as well as the priorities in the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30). Below are excerpts from the interview. The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The policy framework of the 15th Five-Year Plan will continue to adhere to the core vision of the dual carbon goals. China aims to peak carbon dioxide emissions before 2030. The success of its energy transition hinges on whether clean energy can build cost advantages and market competitiveness. Only if there is an economically viable low-carbon energy supply system can fossil fuels be genuinely replaced.

\n

China has made remarkable progress in new energy development, but coal consumption remains a transitional challenge due to its economic viability.

\n

To achieve the carbon peak in the 15th Five-Year Plan period coal use must be reduced through targeted policies, building on existing measures to control its consumption.

\n

Coal, oil and natural gas should peak in stages during the next five years, followed by sustained and substantial reductions in the medium to long term.

\n

The primary pathway to achieving carbon neutrality before 2060 is to replace fossil fuels with nonfossil energy-based electricity — solar, wind, hydropower, nuclear and energy storage — potentially approaching near 100 percent substitution. The power system must achieve zero-carbon transformation ahead of schedule, with both primary and end-use energy highly electrified.

\n

Besides, it is important to advance green, low-carbon and rational consumption patterns. With the continued growth of electricity demand driven by the digital economy and artificial intelligence, the solution is not to simply restrict energy consumption, but to promote energy-saving technologies, enhance efficiency and advocate reasonable consumption in order to avoid wasting energy.

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The focus of energy policy should now shift to structural optimization and low-carbon transformation. There is broad consensus in the international community that developing clean energy and promoting green, low-carbon transformation can address the problem of climate change.

\n

In addition to restructuring the energy system, electrification in key sectors such as transportation and construction must also be accelerated. With rapid technological progress and declining costs, batteries, electric vehicles and electrified machinery are quickly gaining market share. Since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan, the electrification of transport has pushed the oil and gas industry into transition, and China's refined oil consumption has already peaked ahead of schedule.

\n

This peaking and subsequent decline in refined oil consumption have put pressure on the petrochemical industry to pursue its own low-carbon transformation. In the future, zero-carbon synthetic fuels and chemicals, based on green hydrogen and biomass, will be gradually developed.

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These are expected to gradually replace current oil — and gas-based petrochemicals starting from 2040.

\n

For the residential sector, high levels of electrification will be the main pathway for a green, low-carbon transformation. Heating systems will shift from coal — and gas-based centralized heating to distributed electric heating, including direct electric heating and heat pumps. Electrification in cooking is also emerging, with electric stoves increasingly available.

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The potential rooftop solar capacity of urban and rural buildings is estimated at nearly 3 billion kilowatts, but this resource remains largely untapped. Significant progress is expected in this area during the upcoming five-year plan.

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The author is communication and publication consultant at the Ethiopian Policy Studies Institute.

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Editor's note: The Global Governance Initiative is another major initiative proposed by China. Improving global governance is necessary for the international community to address global challenges, and China will make joint efforts with other countries to explore ways to make global governance fairer and equitable, and promote peace and prosperity. Three experts share their views on the issue with China Daily.

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In an age of profound uncertainty, marked by geopolitical rivalries, pandemics, the climate crisis, and growing development disparities, fair and equitable global governance has become a necessity more than ever. Existing institutions, while historically significant, are often found wanting when it comes to addressing pressing transnational issues. Against this backdrop, President Xi Jinping's Global Governance Initiative is a strategic framework that aims to recalibrate international cooperation.

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Based on principles such as sovereign equality, respect for international law, multilateralism, people-centric development and practical results, the GGI promotes the building of a more just and equitable global governance system. The initiative outlines ways to address challenges, from climate change to digital disruption. By emphasizing solidarity over confrontation, and cooperation over unilateralism, the initiative offers a road map for building collective resilience in a fractured world.

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President Xi's GGI proposal — at the recent SCO Summit in Tianjin — coincides with the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations. One of the founding goals of the UN was to prevent further man-made catastrophes. But eight decades later, the UN-centered system has met some serious challenges: gross underrepresentation of the Global South, erosion of authority, and lack of effectiveness.

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For example, Africa, home to more than 1.4 billion people, should have a bigger say in the UN Security Council. Similarly, unilateral sanctions against developing countries show how selective interpretations of international law undermine the authority of the UN. On the other hand, the slow progress on the Sustainable Development Goals highlights the effectiveness gap — nearly 700 million people were living in extreme poverty in 2024 despite global commitments to the contrary. In this sense, the GGI's call to "boost the representation of the Global South and redress historical injustices" is a corrective response to lived realities.

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The first principle of the GGI, sovereign equality, directly challenges the hierarchies embedded in the existing global governance structure. All countries, regardless of their size, strength and wealth, have the right to have their sovereignty and dignity respected, to participate equally in the global governance process, and to make decisions and benefit from them.

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This principle resonates with today's multipolar world. The expansion of BRICS, for instance, was driven by developing countries' pursuit of sovereign equality and dissatisfaction with Western-dominated forums. By ensuring the voices of emerging economies are heard, the GGI offers practical development avenues. If implemented, it could reduce the alienation of developing countries and increase their confidence in multilateral solutions.

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According to the GGI, international rule of law is the "fundamental safeguard of global governance". In today's world where powerful states selectively apply rules, this principle is crucial. For example, the inconsistent enforcement of international law in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has raised questions of fairness.

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The GGI's commitment to multilateralism is equally important. Global issues should be decided by all, the global governance system should be built by all, and the fruits of governance should be shared by all.

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A distinctive feature of the GGI is its people-centric approach. The necessity of the people-centric approach becomes clear when we look at climate change. In 2022, devastating floods in Pakistan displaced millions of people, disproportionately affecting the poorest.

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The crisis revealed not only the vulnerability of the environment but also the gaps in global governance, because developed countries' promises on climate finance have remained largely unfulfilled.

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By advocating for a greater sense of fulfillment through accelerated co-development, prioritizing climate cooperation, and adopting a people-centric approach, the GGI aims to address such failures. And its emphasis on sustainable development and digital justice shows it recognizes that technological disruption, if left unchecked, could increase inequality.

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Besides, the GGI calls for achieving tangible results. As the SCO concept paper says, effective global governance is essentially one that resolves real problems. This pragmatism is in line with the Chinese president's broader vision of development-oriented internationalism, as highlighted in the Belt and Road Initiative. When the Ebola epidemic broke out in western and central Africa in 2014, for example, China sent medical teams and set up treatment centers, demonstrating what results-oriented solidarity can deliver.

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The GGI also addresses new frontier areas such as artificial intelligence, cyberspace and outer space. Given the rapid advancement of AI, gaps in governance could exacerbate global risks, from algorithmic bias to autonomous weapons. By calling for international rules, formulated based on a comprehensive consensus, the GGI shows unilateralism would be disastrous in the face of the next generation of challenges.

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The GGI is another major global initiative proposed by China, following the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative. The initiatives have their respective priorities but can be pursued simultaneously. Taken together, they aim to address the interconnected needs of humanity: material development, peace, cultural dialogue and institutional reform. The GGI aims to transform the global governance system from a battleground of competing powers into a collaborative platform for building humankind's collective resilience.

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The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The author is communication and publication consultant at the Ethiopian Policy Studies Institute.

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Editor's note: The Global Governance Initiative is another major initiative proposed by China. Improving global governance is necessary for the international community to address global challenges, and China will make joint efforts with other countries to explore ways to make global governance fairer and equitable, and promote peace and prosperity. Three experts share their views on the issue with China Daily.

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In an age of profound uncertainty, marked by geopolitical rivalries, pandemics, the climate crisis, and growing development disparities, fair and equitable global governance has become a necessity more than ever. Existing institutions, while historically significant, are often found wanting when it comes to addressing pressing transnational issues. Against this backdrop, President Xi Jinping's Global Governance Initiative is a strategic framework that aims to recalibrate international cooperation.

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Based on principles such as sovereign equality, respect for international law, multilateralism, people-centric development and practical results, the GGI promotes the building of a more just and equitable global governance system. The initiative outlines ways to address challenges, from climate change to digital disruption. By emphasizing solidarity over confrontation, and cooperation over unilateralism, the initiative offers a road map for building collective resilience in a fractured world.

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President Xi's GGI proposal — at the recent SCO Summit in Tianjin — coincides with the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations. One of the founding goals of the UN was to prevent further man-made catastrophes. But eight decades later, the UN-centered system has met some serious challenges: gross underrepresentation of the Global South, erosion of authority, and lack of effectiveness.

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For example, Africa, home to more than 1.4 billion people, should have a bigger say in the UN Security Council. Similarly, unilateral sanctions against developing countries show how selective interpretations of international law undermine the authority of the UN. On the other hand, the slow progress on the Sustainable Development Goals highlights the effectiveness gap — nearly 700 million people were living in extreme poverty in 2024 despite global commitments to the contrary. In this sense, the GGI's call to "boost the representation of the Global South and redress historical injustices" is a corrective response to lived realities.

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The first principle of the GGI, sovereign equality, directly challenges the hierarchies embedded in the existing global governance structure. All countries, regardless of their size, strength and wealth, have the right to have their sovereignty and dignity respected, to participate equally in the global governance process, and to make decisions and benefit from them.

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This principle resonates with today's multipolar world. The expansion of BRICS, for instance, was driven by developing countries' pursuit of sovereign equality and dissatisfaction with Western-dominated forums. By ensuring the voices of emerging economies are heard, the GGI offers practical development avenues. If implemented, it could reduce the alienation of developing countries and increase their confidence in multilateral solutions.

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According to the GGI, international rule of law is the "fundamental safeguard of global governance". In today's world where powerful states selectively apply rules, this principle is crucial. For example, the inconsistent enforcement of international law in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has raised questions of fairness.

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The GGI's commitment to multilateralism is equally important. Global issues should be decided by all, the global governance system should be built by all, and the fruits of governance should be shared by all.

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A distinctive feature of the GGI is its people-centric approach. The necessity of the people-centric approach becomes clear when we look at climate change. In 2022, devastating floods in Pakistan displaced millions of people, disproportionately affecting the poorest.

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The crisis revealed not only the vulnerability of the environment but also the gaps in global governance, because developed countries' promises on climate finance have remained largely unfulfilled.

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By advocating for a greater sense of fulfillment through accelerated co-development, prioritizing climate cooperation, and adopting a people-centric approach, the GGI aims to address such failures. And its emphasis on sustainable development and digital justice shows it recognizes that technological disruption, if left unchecked, could increase inequality.

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Besides, the GGI calls for achieving tangible results. As the SCO concept paper says, effective global governance is essentially one that resolves real problems. This pragmatism is in line with the Chinese president's broader vision of development-oriented internationalism, as highlighted in the Belt and Road Initiative. When the Ebola epidemic broke out in western and central Africa in 2014, for example, China sent medical teams and set up treatment centers, demonstrating what results-oriented solidarity can deliver.

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The GGI also addresses new frontier areas such as artificial intelligence, cyberspace and outer space. Given the rapid advancement of AI, gaps in governance could exacerbate global risks, from algorithmic bias to autonomous weapons. By calling for international rules, formulated based on a comprehensive consensus, the GGI shows unilateralism would be disastrous in the face of the next generation of challenges.

\n

The GGI is another major global initiative proposed by China, following the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative. The initiatives have their respective priorities but can be pursued simultaneously. Taken together, they aim to address the interconnected needs of humanity: material development, peace, cultural dialogue and institutional reform. The GGI aims to transform the global governance system from a battleground of competing powers into a collaborative platform for building humankind's collective resilience.

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The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The author is a research associate at Asian Vision Institute, a think tank based in Phnom Penh.

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Amid a divided and uncertain world, President Xi Jinping proposed the Global Governance Initiative at the recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin in order to build a more just and equitable global governance system.

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The GGI is the fourth landmark initiative proposed by President Xi since 2021, following the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative. Over the past few years, President Xi has been proposing global initiatives, so as to promote shared development, strengthen security, advance social progress, and improve governance.

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The timing of the latest proposal is important. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations. An institution born after the war and established global rules and norms and facilitated good governance for decades, the UN today is struggling to deal with burning global issues.

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China's message is simple: if the existing global governance system has reached a crossroads, it is time for new ideas — one that focuses on multilateralism and South-South solidarity. China wants to make the GGI a channel for promoting fairer, more equitable governance.

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The five principles of the Global Governance Initiative, according to President Xi, are adhering to sovereign equality, abiding by international rule of law, practicing multilateralism, adopting a people-centric approach, and focusing on achieving real outcomes.

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The GGI could be later expanded to include digital, cyber and financial sovereignty, which would enable countries to prevent any foreign interference in their domestic matters.

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Also, with President Xi announcing at the Tianjin summit that China would accelerate the creation of an "SCO development bank", Beijing has shown non-Western development and governance models can be effective and result-oriented, too.

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The GGI is complementary in nature, as it is not aimed at imposing new rules but at ensuring that all countries, especially those from the Global South, are involved in global decision-making. In that sense, the GGI is an open and adaptive governance process that will evolve over time, shaped by regional dialogue and pragmatic needs.

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President Xi reiterated at the summit that "all countries, regardless of size, strength and wealth, are equal participants, decision-makers and beneficiaries in global governance". As such, small states can deepen their mutually beneficial relations with China.

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By framing development and governance as non-zero-sum activities, the GGI reinforces an inclusive logic: a country does not need to suppress another country (or other countries) to continue its peaceful rise.

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Cambodia can adopt the same approach to accelerate development and improve governance at home. Some initiatives were previously implemented in Cambodia through South-South platforms and extensive bilateral arrangements, such as the "ironclad friendship" between Cambodia and China.

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Sino-Cambodian relations have always been rooted in mutual respect for sovereignty. Hence, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has wholeheartedly welcomed the GGI.

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As a matter of fact, the GGI aligns with Phnom Penh's strategic preference for "win-win cooperation", where sovereign equality is maintained and development partnerships remain non-coercive.

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More importantly, the GGI would further consolidate Cambodia's long-standing relationship with China. During President Xi's state visit to Cambodia in April this year, the two sides reviewed the plan of action for building a community with a shared future in the new era.

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Despite the GGI being a global public good, China might need to address the negative narratives, strengthen finance and digitalization, promote people-centric development and emphasize that the initiative will pave the way for broader and forward-looking global cooperation and improve global governance, so as to convince the international community of its positive impact on the world. In fact, by being inclusive in nature, the GGI may appeal to countries seeking balance, respect, and autonomy.

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The GGI's future depends on how it is interpreted, received and implemented. But what is clear is that China is seeking, with the help of the rest of the Global South, to improve global governance.

\n

Moreover, the GGI signals that China wants all countries to play their due roles in setting the global agenda and making international rules.

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The views don't necessarily represent those of his institution and China Daily.

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The author is a research associate at Asian Vision Institute, a think tank based in Phnom Penh.

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Amid a divided and uncertain world, President Xi Jinping proposed the Global Governance Initiative at the recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin in order to build a more just and equitable global governance system.

\n

The GGI is the fourth landmark initiative proposed by President Xi since 2021, following the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative. Over the past few years, President Xi has been proposing global initiatives, so as to promote shared development, strengthen security, advance social progress, and improve governance.

\n

The timing of the latest proposal is important. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations. An institution born after the war and established global rules and norms and facilitated good governance for decades, the UN today is struggling to deal with burning global issues.

\n

China's message is simple: if the existing global governance system has reached a crossroads, it is time for new ideas — one that focuses on multilateralism and South-South solidarity. China wants to make the GGI a channel for promoting fairer, more equitable governance.

\n

The five principles of the Global Governance Initiative, according to President Xi, are adhering to sovereign equality, abiding by international rule of law, practicing multilateralism, adopting a people-centric approach, and focusing on achieving real outcomes.

\n

The GGI could be later expanded to include digital, cyber and financial sovereignty, which would enable countries to prevent any foreign interference in their domestic matters.

\n

Also, with President Xi announcing at the Tianjin summit that China would accelerate the creation of an "SCO development bank", Beijing has shown non-Western development and governance models can be effective and result-oriented, too.

\n

The GGI is complementary in nature, as it is not aimed at imposing new rules but at ensuring that all countries, especially those from the Global South, are involved in global decision-making. In that sense, the GGI is an open and adaptive governance process that will evolve over time, shaped by regional dialogue and pragmatic needs.

\n

President Xi reiterated at the summit that "all countries, regardless of size, strength and wealth, are equal participants, decision-makers and beneficiaries in global governance". As such, small states can deepen their mutually beneficial relations with China.

\n

By framing development and governance as non-zero-sum activities, the GGI reinforces an inclusive logic: a country does not need to suppress another country (or other countries) to continue its peaceful rise.

\n

Cambodia can adopt the same approach to accelerate development and improve governance at home. Some initiatives were previously implemented in Cambodia through South-South platforms and extensive bilateral arrangements, such as the "ironclad friendship" between Cambodia and China.

\n

Sino-Cambodian relations have always been rooted in mutual respect for sovereignty. Hence, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has wholeheartedly welcomed the GGI.

\n

As a matter of fact, the GGI aligns with Phnom Penh's strategic preference for "win-win cooperation", where sovereign equality is maintained and development partnerships remain non-coercive.

\n

More importantly, the GGI would further consolidate Cambodia's long-standing relationship with China. During President Xi's state visit to Cambodia in April this year, the two sides reviewed the plan of action for building a community with a shared future in the new era.

\n

Despite the GGI being a global public good, China might need to address the negative narratives, strengthen finance and digitalization, promote people-centric development and emphasize that the initiative will pave the way for broader and forward-looking global cooperation and improve global governance, so as to convince the international community of its positive impact on the world. In fact, by being inclusive in nature, the GGI may appeal to countries seeking balance, respect, and autonomy.

\n

The GGI's future depends on how it is interpreted, received and implemented. But what is clear is that China is seeking, with the help of the rest of the Global South, to improve global governance.

\n

Moreover, the GGI signals that China wants all countries to play their due roles in setting the global agenda and making international rules.

\n

The views don't necessarily represent those of his institution and China Daily.

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The author is a Pakistani research analyst at the US-based Diplomat Risk Intelligence.

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At the recently concluded Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin, President Xi Jinping proposed the Global Governance Initiative, a visionary framework designed to transform the way countries collaborate on issues. The GGI is another major initiative proposed by President Xi, following the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative, with the aim of shaping a more inclusive future for humankind.

\n

Far from being just another diplomatic gesture, the GGI embodies China's aspiration to foster equality and mutual respect in a world often fractured by competing powers. The initiative is based on five core principles: sovereign equality, adherence to international law, multilateral cooperation, a focus on people's needs, and a commitment to tangible outcomes that benefit all countries.

\n

The Tianjin event was a landmark as it was the largest ever summit in the SCO's history, with heads of state and government of member states, observers and dialogue partners attending it. Amid discussions on regional and global challenges, President Xi's proposal of the GGI underscored China's growing influence in promoting cooperative solutions that can have a global impact.

\n

Rooted in the SCO's "Shanghai Spirit", which underpins the philosophy of mutual trust, respect and shared prosperity, the GGI envisions a world where every country, regardless of its size, wealth and strategic power, has a role to play in shaping global affairs. The GGI makes China's message clear: no country is superior to others; all deserve a seat at the table.

\n

The GGI's first principle, sovereign equality, lies at the heart of the initiative's vision. For too long, the countries of the Global South — across Asia, Africa and Latin America — have been sidelined in global decision-making. The GGI seeks to change this by ensuring that countries such as Pakistan, Ethiopia and Iran can engage as equals with bigger powers. Through platforms like the SCO, China is amplifying these voices, offering a pathway for smaller countries to shape their own destinies.

\n

Equally important is the GGI's commitment to uphold international law with fairness and transparency. In a world where some powerful countries manipulate international rules to serve their own interests, China is advocating for the consistent application of the United Nations Charter. This approach is aimed at maintaining stability, encouraging dialogue over confrontation and ensuring decisions reflect shared values rather than the whims of a few nation states.

\n

Multilateralism, another cornerstone of the GGI, underscores the need for collective action through organizations such as the SCO, BRICS and the United Nations.

\n

As President Xi said at the summit, no single country should dictate the global agenda. He also emphasized the need for countries to abandon the Cold War mentality and refrain from forcing smaller nations to choose sides between two countries or blocs.

\n

This essentially means that by sharing ideas and resources, countries can address pressing challenges like climate change, poverty, and technological disparities. For instance, the SCO's discussions on artificial intelligence cooperation highlighted how shared innovation can drive progress across borders.

\n

The GGI also places people at the center of global governance, a principle that sets it apart from other international initiatives. Too often have Western global projects tended to favor corporate interests or foment geopolitical rivalries instead of being aimed at meeting the needs of ordinary people. But the GGI calls for policies that improve access to education, healthcare and employment.

\n

At the Tianjin summit, China also proposed new SCO programs, including building digital economy infrastructure, and training centers for young leaders, and generating clean and green energy, demonstrating that it is committed to uplifting communities worldwide.

\n

Besides, the GGI emphasizes action over rhetoric, ensuring that its ideas translate into real-world impact. China's track record with the Belt and Road Initiative has been excellent. The BRI has helped build roads, bridges, ports and railways in dozens of countries, apart from improving connectivity between economies and creating opportunities for millions of people.

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For the Global South, the initiative offers an opportunity to engage as equals. It also stands as a counterpoint to some big powers' strategy of imposing sanctions, launching trade wars and/or putting military pressure on countries to punish them for not aligning with their policies.

\n

The summit's unprecedented success and the new agreements signed in Tianjin underscore global support for China's vision. As a matter of fact, China's success in lifting about 800 million people out of poverty and becoming a leader in infrastructure and technology informs the GGI's goals. Through development programs like the Belt and Road Initiative, China has already helped countries such as Kazakhstan and Pakistan strengthen their economies. The GGI will build on this foundation, and offer a global framework in which every country gets the opportunity to prosper.

\n

As the Global South grapples with challenges like inequality, climate change and regional conflicts, the GGI provides a hopeful path forward, while reminding the world that solutions emerge from countries working together in harmony.

\n

More than a policy, the GGI is a bold vision for building a just and inclusive world order. By proposing the initiative at the SCO Summit, China has demonstrated its resolve to lead by example, and foster cooperation at a time when the world needs it most. For the Global South and beyond, the GGI offers a beacon of hope, showing that a better, fairer and equitable world order is not just a dream but an achievable reality.

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The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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The author is a Pakistani research analyst at the US-based Diplomat Risk Intelligence.

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At the recently concluded Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin, President Xi Jinping proposed the Global Governance Initiative, a visionary framework designed to transform the way countries collaborate on issues. The GGI is another major initiative proposed by President Xi, following the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative, with the aim of shaping a more inclusive future for humankind.

\n

Far from being just another diplomatic gesture, the GGI embodies China's aspiration to foster equality and mutual respect in a world often fractured by competing powers. The initiative is based on five core principles: sovereign equality, adherence to international law, multilateral cooperation, a focus on people's needs, and a commitment to tangible outcomes that benefit all countries.

\n

The Tianjin event was a landmark as it was the largest ever summit in the SCO's history, with heads of state and government of member states, observers and dialogue partners attending it. Amid discussions on regional and global challenges, President Xi's proposal of the GGI underscored China's growing influence in promoting cooperative solutions that can have a global impact.

\n

Rooted in the SCO's "Shanghai Spirit", which underpins the philosophy of mutual trust, respect and shared prosperity, the GGI envisions a world where every country, regardless of its size, wealth and strategic power, has a role to play in shaping global affairs. The GGI makes China's message clear: no country is superior to others; all deserve a seat at the table.

\n

The GGI's first principle, sovereign equality, lies at the heart of the initiative's vision. For too long, the countries of the Global South — across Asia, Africa and Latin America — have been sidelined in global decision-making. The GGI seeks to change this by ensuring that countries such as Pakistan, Ethiopia and Iran can engage as equals with bigger powers. Through platforms like the SCO, China is amplifying these voices, offering a pathway for smaller countries to shape their own destinies.

\n

Equally important is the GGI's commitment to uphold international law with fairness and transparency. In a world where some powerful countries manipulate international rules to serve their own interests, China is advocating for the consistent application of the United Nations Charter. This approach is aimed at maintaining stability, encouraging dialogue over confrontation and ensuring decisions reflect shared values rather than the whims of a few nation states.

\n

Multilateralism, another cornerstone of the GGI, underscores the need for collective action through organizations such as the SCO, BRICS and the United Nations.

\n

As President Xi said at the summit, no single country should dictate the global agenda. He also emphasized the need for countries to abandon the Cold War mentality and refrain from forcing smaller nations to choose sides between two countries or blocs.

\n

This essentially means that by sharing ideas and resources, countries can address pressing challenges like climate change, poverty, and technological disparities. For instance, the SCO's discussions on artificial intelligence cooperation highlighted how shared innovation can drive progress across borders.

\n

The GGI also places people at the center of global governance, a principle that sets it apart from other international initiatives. Too often have Western global projects tended to favor corporate interests or foment geopolitical rivalries instead of being aimed at meeting the needs of ordinary people. But the GGI calls for policies that improve access to education, healthcare and employment.

\n

At the Tianjin summit, China also proposed new SCO programs, including building digital economy infrastructure, and training centers for young leaders, and generating clean and green energy, demonstrating that it is committed to uplifting communities worldwide.

\n

Besides, the GGI emphasizes action over rhetoric, ensuring that its ideas translate into real-world impact. China's track record with the Belt and Road Initiative has been excellent. The BRI has helped build roads, bridges, ports and railways in dozens of countries, apart from improving connectivity between economies and creating opportunities for millions of people.

\n

For the Global South, the initiative offers an opportunity to engage as equals. It also stands as a counterpoint to some big powers' strategy of imposing sanctions, launching trade wars and/or putting military pressure on countries to punish them for not aligning with their policies.

\n

The summit's unprecedented success and the new agreements signed in Tianjin underscore global support for China's vision. As a matter of fact, China's success in lifting about 800 million people out of poverty and becoming a leader in infrastructure and technology informs the GGI's goals. Through development programs like the Belt and Road Initiative, China has already helped countries such as Kazakhstan and Pakistan strengthen their economies. The GGI will build on this foundation, and offer a global framework in which every country gets the opportunity to prosper.

\n

As the Global South grapples with challenges like inequality, climate change and regional conflicts, the GGI provides a hopeful path forward, while reminding the world that solutions emerge from countries working together in harmony.

\n

More than a policy, the GGI is a bold vision for building a just and inclusive world order. By proposing the initiative at the SCO Summit, China has demonstrated its resolve to lead by example, and foster cooperation at a time when the world needs it most. For the Global South and beyond, the GGI offers a beacon of hope, showing that a better, fairer and equitable world order is not just a dream but an achievable reality.

\n

The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.

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This year marks the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations. While it has achieved breakthroughs in promoting peace, human rights and global development, the organization also faces unprecedented challenges. Experts and senior officials said that the international order it represents remains the broadest consensus of the global community and constitutes a precious source of stability under the current global landscape.

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Experts argued that the UN, through institutional reform and functional reinvention, can more effectively defend multilateralism and global governance against the menace of unilateralism.

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They also noted that China can serve as a major stabilizing force in supporting the multilateral system.

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The UN, born from the ashes of World War II, grew from 51 founding members in 1945 when the UN Charter was signed, to a family of 193 nations today.

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However, the anniversary year arrives against the backdrop of rising skepticism.

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The United States, for instance, announced its withdrawal from UNESCO, just two years after rejoining it. Since January, the US administration has announced the US withdrawal from a number of international organizations and treaties, including the Paris Agreement, the World Health Organization, and the UN Human Rights Council.

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A global survey by the Pew Research Center last September revealed a decline in favorable views for the UN in many parts of the world.

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Amid this decline in public credibility and shrinking resources, the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres launched the "UN80 Initiative" in March, aiming to reduce costs, simplify procedures, and enhance transparency and accountability.

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Liu Tiewa, dean of the Country and Area Studies Academy at Beijing Foreign Studies University, said the urgent need is for the UN to carry out systemic reforms and functional restructuring as the organization reaches its 80th anniversary.

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The UN should boost its inclusiveness, improve representation of developing nations, and develop innovative cooperation mechanisms to better defend multilateralism and global governance in the face of rising unilateralism and nationalism, she said.

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To address the slow progress toward the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, particularly regarding global public health and climate change, Liu urged the UN to explore new platforms and mechanisms to enhance policy implementation and ensure continued international cooperation on global public goods even without the support of any major country.

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China's contribution

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In this shifting landscape, China is a potential stabilizing force, as the nation is already the second-largest contributor to the UN fund and a major contributor to UN troops.

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"In promoting multilateralism, China should continue to serve as a 'stabilizer', firmly upholding international law and collaboration, and actively participating in the UN framework reform process," said Liu.

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She said that as a staunch supporter of multilateralism, China should help accelerate Security Council reform and advocate for greater representation of developing countries in global governance.

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Zhu Jiejin, deputy director of the Center for the Study of the UN and International Organizations at Fudan University, agreed, noting that as a rising power, China, together with other countries, "should make greater contributions to humanity by actively providing public goods".

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Amid the political and financial challenges, the core ideal of the UN remains its most powerful asset. Li Wen, chief of mission of the International Organization for Migration in China, reflected on this enduring purpose from her years of service.

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She describes the UN as a "noble ideal" born from WWII's devastation — a mechanism where warring parties pledged to abide by international laws and rules to promote peace and cooperation. "High hopes have been pinned on the UN, but then people's confidence gradually waned (since it had failed to solve some problems in reality); still, we need an ideal to guide us."

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In her view, the UN's most important functions are to provide guiding ideals, serve as a crucial communication platform to prevent conflicts, and uphold the international rules that prevent global chaos.

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Ultimately, however, she said, "The UN is led by its member states, so the UN can only be as strong as member states want it to be … It depends on whether member states are willing to have a strong, leading UN."

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yangran1@chinadaily.com.cn

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This year marks the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations. While it has achieved breakthroughs in promoting peace, human rights and global development, the organization also faces unprecedented challenges. Experts and senior officials said that the international order it represents remains the broadest consensus of the global community and constitutes a precious source of stability under the current global landscape.

\n

Experts argued that the UN, through institutional reform and functional reinvention, can more effectively defend multilateralism and global governance against the menace of unilateralism.

\n

They also noted that China can serve as a major stabilizing force in supporting the multilateral system.

\n

The UN, born from the ashes of World War II, grew from 51 founding members in 1945 when the UN Charter was signed, to a family of 193 nations today.

\n

However, the anniversary year arrives against the backdrop of rising skepticism.

\n

The United States, for instance, announced its withdrawal from UNESCO, just two years after rejoining it. Since January, the US administration has announced the US withdrawal from a number of international organizations and treaties, including the Paris Agreement, the World Health Organization, and the UN Human Rights Council.

\n

A global survey by the Pew Research Center last September revealed a decline in favorable views for the UN in many parts of the world.

\n

Amid this decline in public credibility and shrinking resources, the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres launched the "UN80 Initiative" in March, aiming to reduce costs, simplify procedures, and enhance transparency and accountability.

\n

Liu Tiewa, dean of the Country and Area Studies Academy at Beijing Foreign Studies University, said the urgent need is for the UN to carry out systemic reforms and functional restructuring as the organization reaches its 80th anniversary.

\n

The UN should boost its inclusiveness, improve representation of developing nations, and develop innovative cooperation mechanisms to better defend multilateralism and global governance in the face of rising unilateralism and nationalism, she said.

\n

To address the slow progress toward the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, particularly regarding global public health and climate change, Liu urged the UN to explore new platforms and mechanisms to enhance policy implementation and ensure continued international cooperation on global public goods even without the support of any major country.

\n

China's contribution

\n

In this shifting landscape, China is a potential stabilizing force, as the nation is already the second-largest contributor to the UN fund and a major contributor to UN troops.

\n

"In promoting multilateralism, China should continue to serve as a 'stabilizer', firmly upholding international law and collaboration, and actively participating in the UN framework reform process," said Liu.

\n

She said that as a staunch supporter of multilateralism, China should help accelerate Security Council reform and advocate for greater representation of developing countries in global governance.

\n

Zhu Jiejin, deputy director of the Center for the Study of the UN and International Organizations at Fudan University, agreed, noting that as a rising power, China, together with other countries, "should make greater contributions to humanity by actively providing public goods".

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Amid the political and financial challenges, the core ideal of the UN remains its most powerful asset. Li Wen, chief of mission of the International Organization for Migration in China, reflected on this enduring purpose from her years of service.

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She describes the UN as a "noble ideal" born from WWII's devastation — a mechanism where warring parties pledged to abide by international laws and rules to promote peace and cooperation. "High hopes have been pinned on the UN, but then people's confidence gradually waned (since it had failed to solve some problems in reality); still, we need an ideal to guide us."

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In her view, the UN's most important functions are to provide guiding ideals, serve as a crucial communication platform to prevent conflicts, and uphold the international rules that prevent global chaos.

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Ultimately, however, she said, "The UN is led by its member states, so the UN can only be as strong as member states want it to be … It depends on whether member states are willing to have a strong, leading UN."

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yangran1@chinadaily.com.cn

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WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump's administration has drafted a proposal to deploy 1,000 Louisiana National Guard troops to conduct law enforcement operations in the state's urban centers, The Washington Post reported on Saturday, citing Pentagon planning documents it obtained.

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Trump has made crime a major focus of his administration, even as violent crime rates have fallen in many US cities. The crackdown has fueled legal concerns and spurred protests.

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Democratic leaders have said the massive deployments are more a show of power by Trump, rather than a serious effort to fight crime.

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Trump argues that crime is blighting US cities like Washington, and in recent weeks placed the US capital city's police department under direct federal control.

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More than a dozen residents of Shreveport, Louisiana, told Reuters they viewed any deployment as more of a political stunt than a serious crime-fighting solution, and a way for Trump to blunt criticism that he's only targeting Democratic-controlled cities and states.

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A Pentagon spokesperson did not comment in detail on the documents, but a spokesperson said, "Leaked documents should not be interpreted as policy. We will not discuss these plans through leaked documents, pre-decisional or otherwise."

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The planning documents, according to the Post, state that the plan would allow the military to supplement law enforcement in cities such as New Orleans and Baton Rouge.

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The Pentagon's plan outlines a mobilization lasting until Sept 30, 2026, though no start date was specified in the documents.

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Among the documents is an unsigned, undated draft memo from Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth to Attorney General Pam Bondi and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, which highlights the "unique advantage" of the Pentagon's proposed approach to law enforcement in Louisiana, according to the Post.

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The proposal, which hinges upon a request from Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, a Republican, has not been confirmed as approved by federal or state officials, the Post reported.

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On Friday, Trump said he would send National Guard troops to Memphis, Tennessee.

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Memphis mayor said Saturday that Trump's TV announcement the day before was the first hard confirmation he received that the National Guard troops would be sent to the city on an anti-crime mission.

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Speaking on CNN, Mayor Paul Young said he learned the idea was under consideration when Republican Governor Bill Lee's office informed him earlier in the week.

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Trump has made crime a major focus of his administration, even as violent crime rates have fallen in many US cities. The crackdown has fueled legal concerns and spurred protests.

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Democratic leaders have said the massive deployments are more a show of power by Trump, rather than a serious effort to fight crime.

\n

Trump argues that crime is blighting US cities like Washington, and in recent weeks placed the US capital city's police department under direct federal control.

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More than a dozen residents of Shreveport, Louisiana, told Reuters they viewed any deployment as more of a political stunt than a serious crime-fighting solution, and a way for Trump to blunt criticism that he's only targeting Democratic-controlled cities and states.

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A Pentagon spokesperson did not comment in detail on the documents, but a spokesperson said, "Leaked documents should not be interpreted as policy. We will not discuss these plans through leaked documents, pre-decisional or otherwise."

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The planning documents, according to the Post, state that the plan would allow the military to supplement law enforcement in cities such as New Orleans and Baton Rouge.

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The Pentagon's plan outlines a mobilization lasting until Sept 30, 2026, though no start date was specified in the documents.

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Among the documents is an unsigned, undated draft memo from Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth to Attorney General Pam Bondi and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, which highlights the "unique advantage" of the Pentagon's proposed approach to law enforcement in Louisiana, according to the Post.

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The proposal, which hinges upon a request from Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, a Republican, has not been confirmed as approved by federal or state officials, the Post reported.

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On Friday, Trump said he would send National Guard troops to Memphis, Tennessee.

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Memphis mayor said Saturday that Trump's TV announcement the day before was the first hard confirmation he received that the National Guard troops would be sent to the city on an anti-crime mission.

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Speaking on CNN, Mayor Paul Young said he learned the idea was under consideration when Republican Governor Bill Lee's office informed him earlier in the week.

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The recent Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Anti-drug Summit marks a new chapter in cross-regional anti-drug collaboration across the Greater Bay Area and beyond.

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Dr Donald Li Kwok-tung, chairman of the Action Committee Against Narcotics of the Hong Kong SAR.

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Mark Sou Sio-keong (left), deputy director of the Macao SAR Government's Judiciary Police, and Karen Lok I Pan, principal secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association of Macau's Organic Teen.

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Jason Lee Chun-yiu from Hong Kong (left) and Marcelino Antonio Couto from Macao are young delegates at the summit.

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Tan Chong Huat, chairman of Singapore's National Council Against Drug Abuse.

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Sebastian Tan, director of Singapore's Central Narcotics Bureau.

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In a landmark move to combat evolving drug threats, narcotics officials from the Ministry of Public Security, Guangdong province and the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions forged a new, unified front at a high-level summit in Hong Kong on Sept 5. They vowed to secure the nation's "southern gate" through enhanced intelligence sharing, joint law enforcement and targeted youth education.

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Strengthened cooperation was a major focus of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Antidrug Summit held in Hong Kong by the Security Bureau's Narcotics Division and the Action Committee Against Narcotics, or ACAN — the Hong Kong SAR's non-statutory advisory body on anti-drugs policies.

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Convened as part of ACAN's 60th anniversary commemoration, the summit marked a historic milestone — the first cross-regional anti-drug gathering since the release of the Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, also known as the Greater Bay Area (GBA). It brought together representatives from around 40 government agencies and community antidrug organizations from the GBA. Attendees included officials from Narcotics Control Bureau, Ministry of Public Security, Guangdong Provincial Public Security Department, Macao SAR Government's Judiciary Police, Social Welfare Bureau and Narcotics Control Committee, etc. With around 300 participants from the GBA and delegates from the Central Narcotics Bureau and National Council Against Drug Abuse of Singapore, the event underscored its broader regional significance and commitment to cross-boundary collaboration.

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ACAN Chairman Dr Donald Li Kwok-tung said the 11-city GBA cluster in South China is inextricably linked and shares a common responsibility to guard against drugs.

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"While Hong Kong has made progress with anti-drug work, it must not become complacent. Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao are inseparably linked, and they all bear the responsibility to safeguard their shared home, the GBA, from the harmful effects caused by drugs," he said.

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Li endorsed the summit as a key forum for sharing intelligence and strategies to enhance law enforcement, and for facilitating exchanges about anti-drug work between NGOs and youth groups. "This is a promising start for regular, multi-level exchanges on various aspects of antidrug efforts."

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Hong Kong's Commissioner for Narcotics, Kesson Lee, told China Daily that the summit raised narcotics control exchanges within the GBA to a new level, helping law enforcement across boundaries and enhancing operational efficiency.

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"Previous cross-boundary collaboration and exchanges were often conducted on a case-by-case basis," he said, adding that the summit allowed these efforts to be systematized into a comprehensive framework, paving the way for deeper cooperation. "Agencies from the mainland, Hong Kong and Macao explored ways to close the gaps created by differing laws and regulations, making it harder for criminals to exploit different legal systems."

\n

On prevention, Lee highlighted the critical role of publicity and education. He added that joint youth-focused education initiatives, such as visits to the historic opium destruction site in Humen town, Dongguan, offer valuable learning experiences to young people. He also highlighted a commemorative book marking ACAN's 60 years of anti-drug advocacy in Hong Kong. He said the publication, which will be available in public libraries and schools, reviews the city's journey from a narcotics hotbed in the 1960s to its progress today, serving as a cautionary tale that such achievements are hard-won. "An electronic version is also accessible for public download," he added.

\n

Mark Sou Sio-keong, deputy director of the Macao SAR Government's Judiciary Police, said he found the summit's focus highly practical. Key challenges include cross-boundary drug smuggling, new synthetic drugs and crypto-based narcotics crimes, he added, while shared insights from the event will be crucial for updating Macao's enforcement strategies.

\n

Karen Lok I Pan, principal secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association of Macau's Organic Teen, said the summit allowed front-line anti-narcotics NGO workers to update their outreach strategies using the latest trends and expertise, particularly in the digital realm.

\n

"Young people are heavy internet users, which means we must continue to strengthen our online presence alongside our conventional community efforts," she said.

\n

Sebastian Tan, director of Singapore's Central Narcotics Bureau, said the summit reached a consensus about the importance of investing in preventive education and new technologies. He said that Singapore and Hong Kong share many similarities, allowing certain initiatives to be readily adopted across borders, especially through exchanges like the ones at the summit. "We've built strong networks and will continue sharing best practices and diverse perspectives. This collaboration isn't limited to China and Singapore — it can extend to other Asian nations."

\n

Tan Chong Huat, chairman of Singapore's National Council Against Drug Abuse, said the summit provided participants with a valuable exchange platform. "It is truly enlightening to see that it's not just the government, but all anti-drug stakeholders working together," he said. Tan also highlighted the importance of collective youth engagement. "It's a shared responsibility between government and community. The summit showed that effective youth outreach depends on coordinated expertise and agile adaptation to societal changes."

\n

In a pledge to build a drug-free GBA together, the summit concluded with a declaration by young delegates from the three regions: "Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao stand united — I lead the fight against drugs! Say no to drugs!"

\n

Jason Lee Chun-yiu, a 21-year-old delegate from Hong Kong, said he plans to bring insights gained at the summit back to his local area through community projects and social media content such as thematic short videos. He praised the meeting for establishing a framework to boost youth exchanges in the GBA.

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He also described a recent visit to the Opium War Museum in Dongguan, Guangdong, as an invaluable experience. The museum, located where Qing Dynasty official Lin Zexu (1785-1850) destroyed stocks of opium in 1839, was designated as a GBA antidrug education base in 2023.

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"The visit made me realize that drugs not only harm individual health but are also linked to a painful chapter in our history" Lee said. "We, the youth from the GBA, must spare no effort in guarding our country's 'southern gate'."

\n

Another young delegate, Marcelino Antonio Couto from Macao, expressed his eagerness to share what he learned from authoritative sources on social media platforms. "I learned about hidden drug addiction cases among youth at the summit. Prevention must be the priority," he said. "Governments and NGOs need to coordinate more outreach for these vulnerable groups."

\n

The summit featured three panel discussions: "Strategies for Anti-drug Communication in the New Era", "Collaborative Efforts to Combat Cross-boundary Crime", and "Youth Collaboration for a Drug-free Greater Bay Area".

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The recent Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Anti-drug Summit marks a new chapter in cross-regional anti-drug collaboration across the Greater Bay Area and beyond.

\n

Dr Donald Li Kwok-tung, chairman of the Action Committee Against Narcotics of the Hong Kong SAR.

\n

Mark Sou Sio-keong (left), deputy director of the Macao SAR Government's Judiciary Police, and Karen Lok I Pan, principal secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association of Macau's Organic Teen.

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Jason Lee Chun-yiu from Hong Kong (left) and Marcelino Antonio Couto from Macao are young delegates at the summit.

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Tan Chong Huat, chairman of Singapore's National Council Against Drug Abuse.

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Sebastian Tan, director of Singapore's Central Narcotics Bureau.

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In a landmark move to combat evolving drug threats, narcotics officials from the Ministry of Public Security, Guangdong province and the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions forged a new, unified front at a high-level summit in Hong Kong on Sept 5. They vowed to secure the nation's "southern gate" through enhanced intelligence sharing, joint law enforcement and targeted youth education.

\n

Strengthened cooperation was a major focus of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Antidrug Summit held in Hong Kong by the Security Bureau's Narcotics Division and the Action Committee Against Narcotics, or ACAN — the Hong Kong SAR's non-statutory advisory body on anti-drugs policies.

\n

Convened as part of ACAN's 60th anniversary commemoration, the summit marked a historic milestone — the first cross-regional anti-drug gathering since the release of the Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, also known as the Greater Bay Area (GBA). It brought together representatives from around 40 government agencies and community antidrug organizations from the GBA. Attendees included officials from Narcotics Control Bureau, Ministry of Public Security, Guangdong Provincial Public Security Department, Macao SAR Government's Judiciary Police, Social Welfare Bureau and Narcotics Control Committee, etc. With around 300 participants from the GBA and delegates from the Central Narcotics Bureau and National Council Against Drug Abuse of Singapore, the event underscored its broader regional significance and commitment to cross-boundary collaboration.

\n

ACAN Chairman Dr Donald Li Kwok-tung said the 11-city GBA cluster in South China is inextricably linked and shares a common responsibility to guard against drugs.

\n

"While Hong Kong has made progress with anti-drug work, it must not become complacent. Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao are inseparably linked, and they all bear the responsibility to safeguard their shared home, the GBA, from the harmful effects caused by drugs," he said.

\n

Li endorsed the summit as a key forum for sharing intelligence and strategies to enhance law enforcement, and for facilitating exchanges about anti-drug work between NGOs and youth groups. "This is a promising start for regular, multi-level exchanges on various aspects of antidrug efforts."

\n

Hong Kong's Commissioner for Narcotics, Kesson Lee, told China Daily that the summit raised narcotics control exchanges within the GBA to a new level, helping law enforcement across boundaries and enhancing operational efficiency.

\n

"Previous cross-boundary collaboration and exchanges were often conducted on a case-by-case basis," he said, adding that the summit allowed these efforts to be systematized into a comprehensive framework, paving the way for deeper cooperation. "Agencies from the mainland, Hong Kong and Macao explored ways to close the gaps created by differing laws and regulations, making it harder for criminals to exploit different legal systems."

\n

On prevention, Lee highlighted the critical role of publicity and education. He added that joint youth-focused education initiatives, such as visits to the historic opium destruction site in Humen town, Dongguan, offer valuable learning experiences to young people. He also highlighted a commemorative book marking ACAN's 60 years of anti-drug advocacy in Hong Kong. He said the publication, which will be available in public libraries and schools, reviews the city's journey from a narcotics hotbed in the 1960s to its progress today, serving as a cautionary tale that such achievements are hard-won. "An electronic version is also accessible for public download," he added.

\n

Mark Sou Sio-keong, deputy director of the Macao SAR Government's Judiciary Police, said he found the summit's focus highly practical. Key challenges include cross-boundary drug smuggling, new synthetic drugs and crypto-based narcotics crimes, he added, while shared insights from the event will be crucial for updating Macao's enforcement strategies.

\n

Karen Lok I Pan, principal secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association of Macau's Organic Teen, said the summit allowed front-line anti-narcotics NGO workers to update their outreach strategies using the latest trends and expertise, particularly in the digital realm.

\n

"Young people are heavy internet users, which means we must continue to strengthen our online presence alongside our conventional community efforts," she said.

\n

Sebastian Tan, director of Singapore's Central Narcotics Bureau, said the summit reached a consensus about the importance of investing in preventive education and new technologies. He said that Singapore and Hong Kong share many similarities, allowing certain initiatives to be readily adopted across borders, especially through exchanges like the ones at the summit. "We've built strong networks and will continue sharing best practices and diverse perspectives. This collaboration isn't limited to China and Singapore — it can extend to other Asian nations."

\n

Tan Chong Huat, chairman of Singapore's National Council Against Drug Abuse, said the summit provided participants with a valuable exchange platform. "It is truly enlightening to see that it's not just the government, but all anti-drug stakeholders working together," he said. Tan also highlighted the importance of collective youth engagement. "It's a shared responsibility between government and community. The summit showed that effective youth outreach depends on coordinated expertise and agile adaptation to societal changes."

\n

In a pledge to build a drug-free GBA together, the summit concluded with a declaration by young delegates from the three regions: "Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao stand united — I lead the fight against drugs! Say no to drugs!"

\n

Jason Lee Chun-yiu, a 21-year-old delegate from Hong Kong, said he plans to bring insights gained at the summit back to his local area through community projects and social media content such as thematic short videos. He praised the meeting for establishing a framework to boost youth exchanges in the GBA.

\n

He also described a recent visit to the Opium War Museum in Dongguan, Guangdong, as an invaluable experience. The museum, located where Qing Dynasty official Lin Zexu (1785-1850) destroyed stocks of opium in 1839, was designated as a GBA antidrug education base in 2023.

\n

"The visit made me realize that drugs not only harm individual health but are also linked to a painful chapter in our history" Lee said. "We, the youth from the GBA, must spare no effort in guarding our country's 'southern gate'."

\n

Another young delegate, Marcelino Antonio Couto from Macao, expressed his eagerness to share what he learned from authoritative sources on social media platforms. "I learned about hidden drug addiction cases among youth at the summit. Prevention must be the priority," he said. "Governments and NGOs need to coordinate more outreach for these vulnerable groups."

\n

The summit featured three panel discussions: "Strategies for Anti-drug Communication in the New Era", "Collaborative Efforts to Combat Cross-boundary Crime", and "Youth Collaboration for a Drug-free Greater Bay Area".

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Nepal's interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki gestures as she visits a trauma care center on Saturday in Kathmandu, where the victims of last week's protests are being treated.

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Nepal's President Ram Chandra Paudel has urged all sections of society to ensure smooth and successful election of the new House of Representatives scheduled for March 5, and asked his newly appointed prime minister to oversee the process, local media reported.

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The country's former chief justice Sushila Karki took office as prime minister of the interim government at the presidential office on Friday evening, following K.P. Sharma Oli's resignation.

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China on Sunday extended congratulations to Karki on becoming prime minister. Noting that China and Nepal share a time-honored friendship, the Foreign Ministry said in a statement that China, as always, respects the development path chosen independently by the people of Nepal.

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Beijing stands ready to work with Kathmandu to promote the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, enhance exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and further advance bilateral relations, a ministry spokesperson said.

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In a statement released on Saturday, President Paudel said, "By making the most of this hard-won opportunity, I sincerely appeal to all to win the trust of the people and help ensure that the elections announced for March 5 are successfully held."

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He emphasized that despite the recent protests, "the constitution, parliamentary system and federal democratic republic have been preserved", according to local media outlets.

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The death toll from last week's nationwide protests has risen to 72, Nepal's Health Ministry said on Sunday.

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On Friday, Nepal's major political parties reached a deal with the groups that launched the protests, resulting in the appointment of Karki, 73, the first and only woman in Nepal to have served as the chief justice of the Supreme Court.

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According to the appointment letter read on the occasion, Karki is keeping all the ministries with herself and her interim government is in charge of holding a general election within six months.

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Immediately after taking the oath, Karki recommended the dissolution of the House of Representatives, a suggestion the president approved. Although the dissolution drew opposition from some major parties over the weekend, a new general election was set for March 5.

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Harish Chandra Shah, president of the Nepal China Cultural and Educational Council, said that with the interim government and upcoming elections, the friendly ties between China and Nepal will "remain unchanged".

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"Regardless of changes, the bonds between the two peoples will only strengthen and get tighter as time goes by," he said.

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Prakash Pun, president of the Hong Kong-Nepalese Business Association, expressed high hopes that the interim government would ensure good governance and bring positive change to the country and its people.

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Looking ahead to the March elections, he said he hoped his homeland would "select the best expertise for the election committee to conduct the election by the given date".

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Pun, who is also a tourism promoter for the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation of Nepal's government for Hong Kong, said that with protests subsiding, the country's tourism industry is poised for a speedy recovery.

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The Hotel Association Nepal said on Friday that the hotel sector suffered losses of about $177 million during recent protests across the country, calling for a relief package as many hotels were struggling to repay lenders.

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Nearly two dozen hotels, including both domestic and international brands, suffered extensive damage from vandalism and arson attacks during the nationwide unrest, it said.

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Nepal's interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki gestures as she visits a trauma care center on Saturday in Kathmandu, where the victims of last week's protests are being treated.

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Nepal's President Ram Chandra Paudel has urged all sections of society to ensure smooth and successful election of the new House of Representatives scheduled for March 5, and asked his newly appointed prime minister to oversee the process, local media reported.

\n

The country's former chief justice Sushila Karki took office as prime minister of the interim government at the presidential office on Friday evening, following K.P. Sharma Oli's resignation.

\n

China on Sunday extended congratulations to Karki on becoming prime minister. Noting that China and Nepal share a time-honored friendship, the Foreign Ministry said in a statement that China, as always, respects the development path chosen independently by the people of Nepal.

\n

Beijing stands ready to work with Kathmandu to promote the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, enhance exchanges and cooperation in various fields, and further advance bilateral relations, a ministry spokesperson said.

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In a statement released on Saturday, President Paudel said, "By making the most of this hard-won opportunity, I sincerely appeal to all to win the trust of the people and help ensure that the elections announced for March 5 are successfully held."

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He emphasized that despite the recent protests, "the constitution, parliamentary system and federal democratic republic have been preserved", according to local media outlets.

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The death toll from last week's nationwide protests has risen to 72, Nepal's Health Ministry said on Sunday.

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On Friday, Nepal's major political parties reached a deal with the groups that launched the protests, resulting in the appointment of Karki, 73, the first and only woman in Nepal to have served as the chief justice of the Supreme Court.

\n

According to the appointment letter read on the occasion, Karki is keeping all the ministries with herself and her interim government is in charge of holding a general election within six months.

\n

Immediately after taking the oath, Karki recommended the dissolution of the House of Representatives, a suggestion the president approved. Although the dissolution drew opposition from some major parties over the weekend, a new general election was set for March 5.

\n

Harish Chandra Shah, president of the Nepal China Cultural and Educational Council, said that with the interim government and upcoming elections, the friendly ties between China and Nepal will "remain unchanged".

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"Regardless of changes, the bonds between the two peoples will only strengthen and get tighter as time goes by," he said.

\n

Prakash Pun, president of the Hong Kong-Nepalese Business Association, expressed high hopes that the interim government would ensure good governance and bring positive change to the country and its people.

\n

Looking ahead to the March elections, he said he hoped his homeland would "select the best expertise for the election committee to conduct the election by the given date".

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Pun, who is also a tourism promoter for the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation of Nepal's government for Hong Kong, said that with protests subsiding, the country's tourism industry is poised for a speedy recovery.

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The Hotel Association Nepal said on Friday that the hotel sector suffered losses of about $177 million during recent protests across the country, calling for a relief package as many hotels were struggling to repay lenders.

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Nearly two dozen hotels, including both domestic and international brands, suffered extensive damage from vandalism and arson attacks during the nationwide unrest, it said.

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vivienxu@chinadailyapac.com

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Palestinians move toward Gaza City center on Sunday with belongings in vehicles, horse-drawn carts, and on foot, after being forced to flee because of Israeli attacks on northern Gaza.

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DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — A barrage of airstrikes killed at least 32 people across Gaza City as Israel ramped up its offensive there and urged Palestinians to evacuate, medical staff reported on Saturday.

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The dead included 12 children, according to the morgue in Shifa Hospital, where the bodies were brought.

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Israel has in recent days intensified strikes across Gaza City, destroying multiple high-rise buildings and accusing Hamas of putting surveillance equipment in them.

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The army said on Saturday it struck another high-rise used by Hamas in the area of Gaza City. It has ordered residents to leave, part of an offensive aimed at taking over the Gaza Strip's largest city, which it says is Hamas' last stronghold. Hundreds of thousands of people remain there, struggling under conditions of famine.

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One of the strikes overnight and into early morning on Saturday hit a house in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, killing a family of 10, including a mother and her three children, health officials said.

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The Palestinian Football Association said a player for the Al-Helal Sporting Club, Mohammed Ramez Sultan, was killed in the strikes with 14 members of his family. Images showed the strikes followed by plumes of smoke.

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Israel's army did not immediately respond to questions about the strikes.

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Meanwhile, relatives of Israeli hostages held by Hamas rallied in Tel Aviv on Saturday to demand a deal to release their loved ones and criticized what they said was a counterproductive approach by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in securing a resolution.

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UN declaration

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In another development, the United Nations General Assembly on Friday adopted a draft resolution endorsing the New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution.

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The assembly passed the resolution by a recorded vote of 142 in favor, 10 against and 12 abstentions.

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The New York Declaration, circulated at a high-level international conference held at the UN in late July, sets out an action-oriented pathway toward a peaceful settlement of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the realization of the two-state solution.

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The draft resolution was introduced by France and Saudi Arabia, the two co-chairs of the conference, along with the co-chairs of its working groups.

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Riyad Mansour, permanent observer of the State of Palestine, while thanking countries that voted for the endorsement of that document, invited "the party that is still pushing the option of war and destruction" to listen to the sound of reason.

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The peace option is for everyone who wants to have a two-state solution, and opens the doors for integration in the entire Middle East and allows the region to reach its potential in terms of development and cooperation, the ambassador said.

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The Palestinian Foreign Ministry urged UN member states to implement the outcomes of the international conference related to the two-state solution and to pressure Israel to halt military operations, agree to a ceasefire, end the use of starvation "as a weapon of war", prevent forced displacement, and release prisoners and hostages.

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Palestinians move toward Gaza City center on Sunday with belongings in vehicles, horse-drawn carts, and on foot, after being forced to flee because of Israeli attacks on northern Gaza.

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DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — A barrage of airstrikes killed at least 32 people across Gaza City as Israel ramped up its offensive there and urged Palestinians to evacuate, medical staff reported on Saturday.

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The dead included 12 children, according to the morgue in Shifa Hospital, where the bodies were brought.

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Israel has in recent days intensified strikes across Gaza City, destroying multiple high-rise buildings and accusing Hamas of putting surveillance equipment in them.

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The army said on Saturday it struck another high-rise used by Hamas in the area of Gaza City. It has ordered residents to leave, part of an offensive aimed at taking over the Gaza Strip's largest city, which it says is Hamas' last stronghold. Hundreds of thousands of people remain there, struggling under conditions of famine.

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One of the strikes overnight and into early morning on Saturday hit a house in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, killing a family of 10, including a mother and her three children, health officials said.

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The Palestinian Football Association said a player for the Al-Helal Sporting Club, Mohammed Ramez Sultan, was killed in the strikes with 14 members of his family. Images showed the strikes followed by plumes of smoke.

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Israel's army did not immediately respond to questions about the strikes.

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Meanwhile, relatives of Israeli hostages held by Hamas rallied in Tel Aviv on Saturday to demand a deal to release their loved ones and criticized what they said was a counterproductive approach by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in securing a resolution.

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UN declaration

\n

In another development, the United Nations General Assembly on Friday adopted a draft resolution endorsing the New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution.

\n

The assembly passed the resolution by a recorded vote of 142 in favor, 10 against and 12 abstentions.

\n

The New York Declaration, circulated at a high-level international conference held at the UN in late July, sets out an action-oriented pathway toward a peaceful settlement of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the realization of the two-state solution.

\n

The draft resolution was introduced by France and Saudi Arabia, the two co-chairs of the conference, along with the co-chairs of its working groups.

\n

Riyad Mansour, permanent observer of the State of Palestine, while thanking countries that voted for the endorsement of that document, invited "the party that is still pushing the option of war and destruction" to listen to the sound of reason.

\n

The peace option is for everyone who wants to have a two-state solution, and opens the doors for integration in the entire Middle East and allows the region to reach its potential in terms of development and cooperation, the ambassador said.

\n

The Palestinian Foreign Ministry urged UN member states to implement the outcomes of the international conference related to the two-state solution and to pressure Israel to halt military operations, agree to a ceasefire, end the use of starvation "as a weapon of war", prevent forced displacement, and release prisoners and hostages.

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Visitors explore the Polestar 5 on display at the Open Space area during the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, on Saturday.

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Chinese electric vehicle makers made a strong impression at the biennial IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich last week, but winning lasting loyalty from European consumers remains an uphill task, experts say.

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China was the largest source of foreign exhibitors at this year's event, with 116 companies among the roughly 750 participants from more than 30 countries and regions, according to the fair's organizers.

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The breadth of China's EV industry was on full display: established automakers such as BYD, NIO, Xpeng and Leapmotor showcased their latest models, while battery giant CATL and technology firms including Zhuoyu and DeepRoute.Ai highlighted innovations in energy storage and smart mobility.

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NIO demonstrated predictive suspension technology developed by ClearMotion in one of its vehicles, while BYD confirmed that production at its first European factory in Hungary will begin soon.

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"Europe is a tremendously important market for us," said Stella Li, executive vice-president of BYD, noting the company's newly released model at the show will be the first to roll off the Hungarian production line.

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Industry insiders and observers in Europe have taken note of the growing competition. Uwe Schmitt, sales manager of Landtechnik Schmitt, a company specializing in vehicles and agricultural machinery in Bavaria, Germany, said Chinese EVs are already matching or surpassing European products in both technology and design.

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"In the long run, Chinese electric vehicles will certainly establish themselves in Europe," he said. "But European firms will not give up the market, and their competence will continue to deliver better products for customers."

\n

Luigi Gambardella, president of the business association ChinaEU in Brussels, said Chinese EV makers hold distinct advantages.

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Their cost competitiveness stems from mastery of the entire supply chain — from battery research and component manufacturing to assembly and logistics, he said. This vertical integration, he added, allows them to keep prices down without sacrificing margins.

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Faster innovation

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Chinese automakers are also faster to innovate, typically bringing new models to market about 30 percent quicker than global peers, and they account for nearly two-thirds of the world's high-impact battery research, Gambardella said.

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"This agility translates into a steady flow of fresh models equipped with cutting-edge features," he said, citing examples such as advanced infotainment systems, smart cockpits and even vehicles integrated with drones. "By marrying technology with user-centric design, Chinese brands attract Europe's younger, tech-savvy consumers."

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Yet, Gambardella and other experts cautioned that challenges remain.

\n

"European consumers are still wary of new entrants, associating prestige and reliability with established brands," he said.

\n

Political sensitivities surrounding industrial dependence on China also complicate matters, he said. He suggested that Chinese companies invest more in after-sales service, which remains a weak link in their European operations.

\n

Michael Borchmann, a China specialist in Hessen, Germany, holds a similar view, saying that while Chinese EVs are gaining market share in Germany, many consumers in his circle remain reluctant to purchase them, often favoring traditional fuel-powered vehicles.

\n

He was not so sure about the reason, and only agreed that it might be cultural factors that play a role in such preferences.

\n

Despite these challenges, analysts believe Chinese EV makers are reshaping Europe's automotive landscape.

\n

"They bring innovation, affordability and scale," Gambardella said, adding that their long-term success will depend on whether they can translate early sales momentum into enduring trust, strong service and a genuine European identity.

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zhangzhouxiang@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors explore the Polestar 5 on display at the Open Space area during the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, on Saturday.

\n

Chinese electric vehicle makers made a strong impression at the biennial IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich last week, but winning lasting loyalty from European consumers remains an uphill task, experts say.

\n

China was the largest source of foreign exhibitors at this year's event, with 116 companies among the roughly 750 participants from more than 30 countries and regions, according to the fair's organizers.

\n

The breadth of China's EV industry was on full display: established automakers such as BYD, NIO, Xpeng and Leapmotor showcased their latest models, while battery giant CATL and technology firms including Zhuoyu and DeepRoute.Ai highlighted innovations in energy storage and smart mobility.

\n

NIO demonstrated predictive suspension technology developed by ClearMotion in one of its vehicles, while BYD confirmed that production at its first European factory in Hungary will begin soon.

\n

"Europe is a tremendously important market for us," said Stella Li, executive vice-president of BYD, noting the company's newly released model at the show will be the first to roll off the Hungarian production line.

\n

Industry insiders and observers in Europe have taken note of the growing competition. Uwe Schmitt, sales manager of Landtechnik Schmitt, a company specializing in vehicles and agricultural machinery in Bavaria, Germany, said Chinese EVs are already matching or surpassing European products in both technology and design.

\n

"In the long run, Chinese electric vehicles will certainly establish themselves in Europe," he said. "But European firms will not give up the market, and their competence will continue to deliver better products for customers."

\n

Luigi Gambardella, president of the business association ChinaEU in Brussels, said Chinese EV makers hold distinct advantages.

\n

Their cost competitiveness stems from mastery of the entire supply chain — from battery research and component manufacturing to assembly and logistics, he said. This vertical integration, he added, allows them to keep prices down without sacrificing margins.

\n

Faster innovation

\n

Chinese automakers are also faster to innovate, typically bringing new models to market about 30 percent quicker than global peers, and they account for nearly two-thirds of the world's high-impact battery research, Gambardella said.

\n

"This agility translates into a steady flow of fresh models equipped with cutting-edge features," he said, citing examples such as advanced infotainment systems, smart cockpits and even vehicles integrated with drones. "By marrying technology with user-centric design, Chinese brands attract Europe's younger, tech-savvy consumers."

\n

Yet, Gambardella and other experts cautioned that challenges remain.

\n

"European consumers are still wary of new entrants, associating prestige and reliability with established brands," he said.

\n

Political sensitivities surrounding industrial dependence on China also complicate matters, he said. He suggested that Chinese companies invest more in after-sales service, which remains a weak link in their European operations.

\n

Michael Borchmann, a China specialist in Hessen, Germany, holds a similar view, saying that while Chinese EVs are gaining market share in Germany, many consumers in his circle remain reluctant to purchase them, often favoring traditional fuel-powered vehicles.

\n

He was not so sure about the reason, and only agreed that it might be cultural factors that play a role in such preferences.

\n

Despite these challenges, analysts believe Chinese EV makers are reshaping Europe's automotive landscape.

\n

"They bring innovation, affordability and scale," Gambardella said, adding that their long-term success will depend on whether they can translate early sales momentum into enduring trust, strong service and a genuine European identity.

\n

zhangzhouxiang@chinadaily.com.cn

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LONDON — More than 100,000 protesters marched through central London on Saturday, carrying flags of England and Britain and scuffling with police in one of the United Kingdom's biggest rightwing demonstrations of modern times.

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London's Metropolitan Police said the "Unite the Kingdom" march, organized by anti-immigrant activist Tommy Robinson, was attended by around 110,000 people, who were kept apart from a "Stand Up to Racism" counterprotest attended by around 5,000.

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The police appeared to be taken by surprise by the size of the turnout, describing the rally as "too big to fit into Whitehall" — a wide street lined with government buildings — on the approved route of the march.

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Police trying to prevent protesters veering from the route faced "unacceptable violence", the force said, describing officers being kicked and punched and facing hurled bottles, flares and other projectiles.

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The police said 26 officers were injured, including four seriously.

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Arrests totaled 25, which the force said was "just the start".

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"We are identifying those who were involved in the disorder and they can expect to face robust police action in the coming days and weeks," Assistant Commissioner Matt Twist said.

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The march brought a culmination to a highly charged summer in Britain that included protests staged outside hotels housing migrants.

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Demonstrators carried the Union flag of Britain and the red and white St. George's Cross of England, while others brought United States and Israeli flags. They chanted slogans critical of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and carried placards, including some saying "send them home".

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"Today is the spark of a cultural revolution in Great Britain, this is our moment," Robinson addressed the crowds, saying they had shown "a tidal wave of patriotism".

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In a video link to the rally, US billionaire Elon Musk, who has supported Robinson and other far-right figures, called for a change of government in Britain.

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Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, describes himself as a journalist exposing state wrongdoing.

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Britain's biggest anti-immigrant political party, Reform UK, which has topped opinion polls in recent months, has kept its distance from Robinson, who has several criminal convictions.

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LONDON — More than 100,000 protesters marched through central London on Saturday, carrying flags of England and Britain and scuffling with police in one of the United Kingdom's biggest rightwing demonstrations of modern times.

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London's Metropolitan Police said the "Unite the Kingdom" march, organized by anti-immigrant activist Tommy Robinson, was attended by around 110,000 people, who were kept apart from a "Stand Up to Racism" counterprotest attended by around 5,000.

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The police appeared to be taken by surprise by the size of the turnout, describing the rally as "too big to fit into Whitehall" — a wide street lined with government buildings — on the approved route of the march.

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Police trying to prevent protesters veering from the route faced "unacceptable violence", the force said, describing officers being kicked and punched and facing hurled bottles, flares and other projectiles.

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The police said 26 officers were injured, including four seriously.

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Arrests totaled 25, which the force said was "just the start".

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"We are identifying those who were involved in the disorder and they can expect to face robust police action in the coming days and weeks," Assistant Commissioner Matt Twist said.

\n

The march brought a culmination to a highly charged summer in Britain that included protests staged outside hotels housing migrants.

\n

Demonstrators carried the Union flag of Britain and the red and white St. George's Cross of England, while others brought United States and Israeli flags. They chanted slogans critical of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and carried placards, including some saying "send them home".

\n

"Today is the spark of a cultural revolution in Great Britain, this is our moment," Robinson addressed the crowds, saying they had shown "a tidal wave of patriotism".

\n

In a video link to the rally, US billionaire Elon Musk, who has supported Robinson and other far-right figures, called for a change of government in Britain.

\n

Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, describes himself as a journalist exposing state wrongdoing.

\n

Britain's biggest anti-immigrant political party, Reform UK, which has topped opinion polls in recent months, has kept its distance from Robinson, who has several criminal convictions.

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VENEZUELA

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US warship accused of seizing fishing vessel

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Venezuela on Saturday accused a United States Navy destroyer of illegally intercepting a Venezuelan fishing boat operating in the country's exclusive economic zone. The government said the vessel Carmen Rosa, crewed by nine fishermen, was approached on Friday about 48 nautical miles northeast of La Blanquilla island by USS Jason Dunham. Foreign Minister Yvan Gil said 18 armed personnel from the US destroyer boarded and occupied the fishing boat for eight hours, blocking its communications and obstructing normal operations. Gil criticized the move as "a provocation through the illegal use of military means, aimed at justifying a war escalation in the Caribbean and pushing for regime change".

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ROMANIA

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Aircraft scrambled as drone breaches airspace

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Romania scrambled fighter jets on Saturday when a drone breached its airspace during a Russian attack on Ukrainian infrastructure near the border, the Defense Ministry said. Defense Minister Ionut Mosteanu said the F-16 pilots came close to taking down the drone as it was flying very low before it left national airspace toward Ukraine. Romania, a NATO state that shares a 650-km border with Ukraine, has had Russian drone fragments fall onto its territory repeatedly since the conflict broke out.

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VENEZUELA

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US warship accused of seizing fishing vessel

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Venezuela on Saturday accused a United States Navy destroyer of illegally intercepting a Venezuelan fishing boat operating in the country's exclusive economic zone. The government said the vessel Carmen Rosa, crewed by nine fishermen, was approached on Friday about 48 nautical miles northeast of La Blanquilla island by USS Jason Dunham. Foreign Minister Yvan Gil said 18 armed personnel from the US destroyer boarded and occupied the fishing boat for eight hours, blocking its communications and obstructing normal operations. Gil criticized the move as "a provocation through the illegal use of military means, aimed at justifying a war escalation in the Caribbean and pushing for regime change".

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ROMANIA

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Aircraft scrambled as drone breaches airspace

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Romania scrambled fighter jets on Saturday when a drone breached its airspace during a Russian attack on Ukrainian infrastructure near the border, the Defense Ministry said. Defense Minister Ionut Mosteanu said the F-16 pilots came close to taking down the drone as it was flying very low before it left national airspace toward Ukraine. Romania, a NATO state that shares a 650-km border with Ukraine, has had Russian drone fragments fall onto its territory repeatedly since the conflict broke out.

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An elevated view of Qianyang Ancient Town, a popular tourist destination in Huaihua, Hunan province.

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A memorial arch to commemorate the historical occasion of the "acceptance of Japan's surrender in Zhijiang" in 1945.

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Huaihua Anjiang Agricultural Culture and Tourism Area is a workplace of Chinese crop scientist Yuan Longping.

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Dong girls dressed in their traditional ethnic costumes give a singing performance.

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Hongjiang Ancient Commercial Town used to be a bustling gathering place for merchants due to its water transportation.

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Jingping Ancient Village is home to profound cultural heritage.

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A traditional wedding of Dong people is held in Huaihua.

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The Shanbei Terraced Fields scenic spot is a centuries-old agricultural marvel in Xupu county, Huaihua city.

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Nestled in Central China's Hunan province, Huaihua stands as a hidden gem for global travelers, offering a captivating blend of breathtaking natural landscapes and a rich tapestry of cultural heritage, including ancient towns, historical sites and authentic ethnic traditions that echo with stories of centuries past.

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As a crucial crossroads where the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau transitions to the hilly plains, Huaihua, historically called Wuxi and renowned as the "gateway to Yunnan and Guizhou provinces", has also witnessed vibrant commerce and cultural exchanges for thousands of years.

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Masterpieces of nature

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The landscapes of Huaihua are of pristine, untouched beauty. Xuefeng Mountain, with its sweeping grandeur and slopes blanketed in lush greenery, is often compared to a canvas upon which nature has brushed its deepest shades of green.

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The Yuanjiang River originates in the deep mountains of Guizhou and converges with hundreds of streams in Huaihua, forming a mighty water system that flows northward into Dongting Lake, China's second-largest freshwater lake. When the water surface is calm, the jade-like Yuanjiang River resembles a vast mirror. During the flood season, the river surges and roars, showcasing the majestic power of nature.

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Between the mountains and rivers lies a centuries-old agricultural marvel — the Shanbei Terraced Fields in Xupu county. First built in the pre-Qin period (before 221 BC), these terraced fields in villages such as Shanbei, Lushan and Huangtian in Gezhuping town are among the highest-altitude terraces in China. They climb from foothills at just over 300 meters to peaks above 1,400 meters, spreading across roughly 13,333 hectares.

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Looking down from the mountain top, the layers of terraces resemble a ladder stretching up to the clouds. Cold springs flow between the fields, nourishing crops and sustaining local life. While the foothills may swelter with heat, cool breezes sweep across the mountain top terraces. Visitors can experience "four seasons" in one journey and marvel at the "terraces above the clouds".

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Huaihua also boasts numerous natural attractions. Wanfo Mountain in Tongdao Dong autonomous county is dotted with countless uniquely shaped peaks. Yingzuijie Scenic Spot in Huitong county preserves primeval forests rich in rare flora and fauna. On Bamian Mountain in the Hongjiang region, visitors who climb to the summit are rewarded with panoramic views spanning more than 100 kilometers. Chuanyan Mountain in Xupu county, with its karst caves and fantastical stalactites, feels like an underground palace.

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Heritage of humanity

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Huaihua not only has beautiful natural scenery but also a profound historical and cultural heritage. Countless ancient cities, towns and villages are scattered across the region, carrying thousands of years of history.

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The most dazzling is Hongjiang Ancient Commercial Town, whose origins trace back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907). With convenient water transportation, it was once a bustling gathering place for merchants. The Yuanjiang River, which literary master Shen Congwen praised as "achingly beautiful", flows through Hongjiang and nourishes this ancient town.

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Walking along its stone-paved roads feels like stepping back in time. The stones, worn smooth by the centuries, echo with history. Traditional Yinzi Houses with enclosed courtyards stand on either side, simple yet elegant. Horse-head walls rise in orderly rows, and windows display exquisite wood carvings. Inside old firms, workshops, inns and guildhalls, one can almost hear merchants bargaining and vendors calling out their wares.

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Yutou Ancient Dong Village in Tongdao Dong autonomous county showcases the artistry of Dong wooden architecture, including its gate, drum tower and wind-rain bridge. The village gate, carved with patterns symbolizing peace and prosperity, is both simple and solemn. The magnificent drum tower, a landmark structure, gathers villagers for meetings and celebrations. Its wood carvings and paintings highlight the Dong people's craftsmanship and cultural richness. The wind-rain bridge, decorated with ornate carvings, provides both shelter and a social gathering place.

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Ethnic customs

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Huaihua is home to many ethnic groups. The Dong and Yao peoples, among others, have lived here for generations, creating a colorful cultural mosaic.

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The Dong people's Helong Banquet is a symbol of hospitality. When guests arrive, villagers host a grand banquet, laying out long tables filled with delicacies such as sour fish, cured meats, glutinous rice and Dong-style tea. Laughter and chatter fill the air as the hosts warmly toast their visitors with songs.

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Miao girls, from an early age, learn embroidery and cross-stitch. With nimble hands, they stitch vivid patterns of flowers, birds, insects, legends and scenes of daily life. These works, once part of tradition, are now sought-after handicrafts among tourists.

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The Huangdu Dong Cultural Village, nestled between mountains and rivers, is composed of four hamlets: Touzhai, Weizhai, Xinzhai and Panzhai. A purely Dong settlement, its name "Huangdu" — meaning imperial capital — comes from a legend that the king of the ancient Yelang Kingdom was so enchanted by the customs here that he promised to make it his capital. Visitors today can still hear the Dong people's grand chorus echo through the village or watch spirited dances around the majestic drum tower.

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Every April, the Dawuliang Singing Party takes place in Tongdao Dong autonomous county. This festival commemorates a pair of Dong lovers who sacrificed their lives for the freedom to marry. For centuries, just before Guyu — a solar term of the Chinese calendar beginning around April 20 — young people from Hunan, the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region and Guizhou gather on Dawuliang Mountain to sing, dressed in their finest. Today, the Dawuliang Festival is not only a cherished tradition of the Dong people but also a cultural spectacle that attracts visitors from across China.

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liyou@chinadaily.com.cn

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An elevated view of Qianyang Ancient Town, a popular tourist destination in Huaihua, Hunan province.

\n

A memorial arch to commemorate the historical occasion of the "acceptance of Japan's surrender in Zhijiang" in 1945.

\n

Huaihua Anjiang Agricultural Culture and Tourism Area is a workplace of Chinese crop scientist Yuan Longping.

\n

Dong girls dressed in their traditional ethnic costumes give a singing performance.

\n

Hongjiang Ancient Commercial Town used to be a bustling gathering place for merchants due to its water transportation.

\n

Jingping Ancient Village is home to profound cultural heritage.

\n

A traditional wedding of Dong people is held in Huaihua.

\n

The Shanbei Terraced Fields scenic spot is a centuries-old agricultural marvel in Xupu county, Huaihua city.

\n

Nestled in Central China's Hunan province, Huaihua stands as a hidden gem for global travelers, offering a captivating blend of breathtaking natural landscapes and a rich tapestry of cultural heritage, including ancient towns, historical sites and authentic ethnic traditions that echo with stories of centuries past.

\n

As a crucial crossroads where the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau transitions to the hilly plains, Huaihua, historically called Wuxi and renowned as the "gateway to Yunnan and Guizhou provinces", has also witnessed vibrant commerce and cultural exchanges for thousands of years.

\n

Masterpieces of nature

\n

The landscapes of Huaihua are of pristine, untouched beauty. Xuefeng Mountain, with its sweeping grandeur and slopes blanketed in lush greenery, is often compared to a canvas upon which nature has brushed its deepest shades of green.

\n

The Yuanjiang River originates in the deep mountains of Guizhou and converges with hundreds of streams in Huaihua, forming a mighty water system that flows northward into Dongting Lake, China's second-largest freshwater lake. When the water surface is calm, the jade-like Yuanjiang River resembles a vast mirror. During the flood season, the river surges and roars, showcasing the majestic power of nature.

\n

Between the mountains and rivers lies a centuries-old agricultural marvel — the Shanbei Terraced Fields in Xupu county. First built in the pre-Qin period (before 221 BC), these terraced fields in villages such as Shanbei, Lushan and Huangtian in Gezhuping town are among the highest-altitude terraces in China. They climb from foothills at just over 300 meters to peaks above 1,400 meters, spreading across roughly 13,333 hectares.

\n

Looking down from the mountain top, the layers of terraces resemble a ladder stretching up to the clouds. Cold springs flow between the fields, nourishing crops and sustaining local life. While the foothills may swelter with heat, cool breezes sweep across the mountain top terraces. Visitors can experience "four seasons" in one journey and marvel at the "terraces above the clouds".

\n

Huaihua also boasts numerous natural attractions. Wanfo Mountain in Tongdao Dong autonomous county is dotted with countless uniquely shaped peaks. Yingzuijie Scenic Spot in Huitong county preserves primeval forests rich in rare flora and fauna. On Bamian Mountain in the Hongjiang region, visitors who climb to the summit are rewarded with panoramic views spanning more than 100 kilometers. Chuanyan Mountain in Xupu county, with its karst caves and fantastical stalactites, feels like an underground palace.

\n

Heritage of humanity

\n

Huaihua not only has beautiful natural scenery but also a profound historical and cultural heritage. Countless ancient cities, towns and villages are scattered across the region, carrying thousands of years of history.

\n

The most dazzling is Hongjiang Ancient Commercial Town, whose origins trace back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907). With convenient water transportation, it was once a bustling gathering place for merchants. The Yuanjiang River, which literary master Shen Congwen praised as "achingly beautiful", flows through Hongjiang and nourishes this ancient town.

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Walking along its stone-paved roads feels like stepping back in time. The stones, worn smooth by the centuries, echo with history. Traditional Yinzi Houses with enclosed courtyards stand on either side, simple yet elegant. Horse-head walls rise in orderly rows, and windows display exquisite wood carvings. Inside old firms, workshops, inns and guildhalls, one can almost hear merchants bargaining and vendors calling out their wares.

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Yutou Ancient Dong Village in Tongdao Dong autonomous county showcases the artistry of Dong wooden architecture, including its gate, drum tower and wind-rain bridge. The village gate, carved with patterns symbolizing peace and prosperity, is both simple and solemn. The magnificent drum tower, a landmark structure, gathers villagers for meetings and celebrations. Its wood carvings and paintings highlight the Dong people's craftsmanship and cultural richness. The wind-rain bridge, decorated with ornate carvings, provides both shelter and a social gathering place.

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Ethnic customs

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Huaihua is home to many ethnic groups. The Dong and Yao peoples, among others, have lived here for generations, creating a colorful cultural mosaic.

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The Dong people's Helong Banquet is a symbol of hospitality. When guests arrive, villagers host a grand banquet, laying out long tables filled with delicacies such as sour fish, cured meats, glutinous rice and Dong-style tea. Laughter and chatter fill the air as the hosts warmly toast their visitors with songs.

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Miao girls, from an early age, learn embroidery and cross-stitch. With nimble hands, they stitch vivid patterns of flowers, birds, insects, legends and scenes of daily life. These works, once part of tradition, are now sought-after handicrafts among tourists.

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The Huangdu Dong Cultural Village, nestled between mountains and rivers, is composed of four hamlets: Touzhai, Weizhai, Xinzhai and Panzhai. A purely Dong settlement, its name "Huangdu" — meaning imperial capital — comes from a legend that the king of the ancient Yelang Kingdom was so enchanted by the customs here that he promised to make it his capital. Visitors today can still hear the Dong people's grand chorus echo through the village or watch spirited dances around the majestic drum tower.

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Every April, the Dawuliang Singing Party takes place in Tongdao Dong autonomous county. This festival commemorates a pair of Dong lovers who sacrificed their lives for the freedom to marry. For centuries, just before Guyu — a solar term of the Chinese calendar beginning around April 20 — young people from Hunan, the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region and Guizhou gather on Dawuliang Mountain to sing, dressed in their finest. Today, the Dawuliang Festival is not only a cherished tradition of the Dong people but also a cultural spectacle that attracts visitors from across China.

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liyou@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors watch a low-altitude aircraft model during the China-Arab States Expo in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui autonomous region, on Aug 28.

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People surround and get to know a humanoid robot during the China-Arab States Expo on Aug 28.

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Visitors communicate with each other during the China-Arab States Expo on Aug 28.

\n

As China and the Arab world strengthen economic ties in traditional industries, their collaboration's promise lies in the vast, untapped potential of emerging and high-tech domains, from green energy to artificial intelligence, analysts and industry executives said.

\n

China's technological prowess and manufacturing capabilities and the Arab nations' focus on economic diversification and modernization create a fertile ground for fostering new growth engines that will benefit both sides, they added.

\n

At the recently concluded China-Arab States Expo in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui autonomous region, an agricultural system exhibit commanded attention not through flashy presentation, but through sheer innovation of green and efficient food production, even in the arid Arab nations.

\n

The centerpiece, from Ningxia Ziranke Ecological Environment Co, is a colossal containerized plant factory — a 12.2-meter-long, 2.5-meter-wide, 2.9-meter-high and 8.8-metric-ton behemoth.

\n

Engineered with direct green power connectivity, it can plug directly into photovoltaic solar or wind power sources, ensuring stable energy supply for the entire agricultural process, said Ma Jintao, project manager of the company.

\n

"It's decoupled from the external environment, thanks to its hydroponic control system and automated climate management," Ma said. "By eliminating the need for traditional farmland, this solution can be deployed virtually anywhere, from deserts to tundras."

\n

The unit yield of this system can be several times higher than conventional farming methods, while using over 95 percent less water and virtually no pesticides, Ma said, adding that this unlocks new pathways for food production in the Arab world where there is sufficient green energy but a lack of water resources.

\n

"We receive less than 100 millimeters of rainfall annually and have no natural rivers, with 90 percent of our water supply relying on seawater desalination and groundwater," said Alraddadi Jamal Salem M, CEO of Alraddadi Trading Co.

\n

This Chinese high-tech solution meets Saudi Arabia's needs from multiple dimensions, including climate adaptation, environmental compatibility and resource efficiency. It solves the pain points of traditional agricultural cultivation and has the potential for large-scale deployment, he said.

\n

The sustainable agricultural solution for arid regions is truly a shining example of China-Arab States cooperation. China is helping transform the Arab world in a myriad ways — a consensus which emerged from the four-day biennial expo in late August.

\n

This year's expo, the seventh edition of its kind, has seen participation from all 22 Arab nations for the first time.

\n

In 2024, trade volume between China and Arab countries reached $407.4 billion, marking a 2.3 percent year-on-year increase and securing China's status as the Arab world's largest trading partner, data from the Ministry of Commerce showed.

\n

Chinese exports to the region totaled $206 billion, while imports from Arab nations were $201.4 billion, demonstrating continued growth and mutual benefit in their economic and trade relations, according to the data.

\n

In addition, China has signed Belt and Road cooperation documents with all the 22 Arab countries and the League of Arab States, under which more than 200 major projects have been implemented.

\n

"The Arab countries are at a pivotal moment in their development, and China's expertise and resources make it an indispensable ally in this process," said Khaled Hanafi, secretary-general of the Union of Arab Chambers.

\n

The two sides could strengthen their collaboration in priority areas such as the low-altitude economy, new energy, smart logistics and advanced manufacturing, charting new paths for mutually beneficial cooperation, Hanafi said.

\n

In the vast, sunbaked landscapes of the Arab world, a new and unexpected sound is becoming more common: the quiet whir of unmanned aerial vehicles. This is the sound of a nascent but rapidly expanding frontier in China-Arab cooperation — the low-altitude economy.

\n

With vast expanses of territory, relatively sparse populations and dispersed urban and rural settlements interspersed with vast desert landscapes, the Arab nations have provided an ideal testing ground and application scenario for China's burgeoning unmanned aerial vehicle industry, said Zhao Xudong, vice-president of the Ningxia Low-Altitude Economy Industry Association.

\n

From oilfield inspections and photovoltaic panel cleaning to agricultural irrigation and large-scale performances to attract tourists — each of these solutions directly addresses the real-world demands of the Arab world, Zhao said.

\n

This confluence of China's advanced experience in low-altitude economy technology research, manufacturing and operational management, coupled with the unique geographic environment and market demands of the Arab world, has laid the foundation for collaboration, Zhao added.

\n

During the expo, the China-Arab States Technology Transfer Center unveiled a comprehensive portfolio of over 500 advanced and practical technology solutions tailored to the urgent needs of Arab nations in areas ranging from green agriculture and digital economy to industrial upgrade and ecological protection.

\n

"Our goal is to ensure that every technology solution we offer is directly aligned with market demand and development priorities of the Arab world," said Wu Lifeng, director of the center.

\n

The selection process involved screening of over 1,300 technologies from more than 60 leading Chinese universities, research institutes and enterprises, with a focus on solutions that can be rapidly scaled up across the Arab world, Wu added.

\n

"On the very day of the technology release, we managed to sign 13 cooperation agreements, underscoring the strong demand and willingness of our Arab partners to adopt these cutting-edge solutions," Wu said.

\n

In particular, green and low-carbon technology solutions have become veritable buzzwords at the expo. While the two regions may differ in their resource endowments, they are united in their drive toward a shared goal of clean, green and low-carbon progress.

\n

The Arab region is home to some of the world's best solar and wind energy resources, providing an unparalleled opportunity for the development of clean energy, said Zhou Mi, a senior researcher at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation.

\n

Concurrently, Arab nations, particularly those in the Gulf, are vigorously pursuing ambitious national visions — such as Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the United Arab Emirates' Centennial 2071 — which prioritize sustainable development and a transition away from hydrocarbon dependency.

\n

At the same time, China has amassed a wealth of experience in renewable energy technology research and development, industrial application and project implementation — expertise that can be leveraged to complement the Arab world's natural advantages, Zhou added.

\n

Over the past decade, China has played a pivotal role in driving down the average cost of electricity generation from wind and solar photovoltaic projects globally by 60 percent and 80 percent, respectively, data from the National Energy Administration showed in late August.

\n

During the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25), the country's exports of wind and solar PV products are estimated to have cumulatively reduced carbon emissions in other nations by around 4.1 billion tons, making a significant contribution to the global low-carbon transition, the administration said.

\n

Ahmed Mustafa Fahmy, head of the League of Arab States' China Representative Office, said that China's mature technological capabilities are meeting the ambitious policy vision and significant market potential of the Arab world. This combination is proving to be a recipe for success in high-tech collaboration.

\n

At a moment of heightened global economic fragility, the deepening partnership between China and Arab nations stands out not merely as a bilateral success story, but as a potential source of stability and growth for the wider world, he said.

\n

wangkeju@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors watch a low-altitude aircraft model during the China-Arab States Expo in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui autonomous region, on Aug 28.

\n

People surround and get to know a humanoid robot during the China-Arab States Expo on Aug 28.

\n

Visitors communicate with each other during the China-Arab States Expo on Aug 28.

\n

As China and the Arab world strengthen economic ties in traditional industries, their collaboration's promise lies in the vast, untapped potential of emerging and high-tech domains, from green energy to artificial intelligence, analysts and industry executives said.

\n

China's technological prowess and manufacturing capabilities and the Arab nations' focus on economic diversification and modernization create a fertile ground for fostering new growth engines that will benefit both sides, they added.

\n

At the recently concluded China-Arab States Expo in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui autonomous region, an agricultural system exhibit commanded attention not through flashy presentation, but through sheer innovation of green and efficient food production, even in the arid Arab nations.

\n

The centerpiece, from Ningxia Ziranke Ecological Environment Co, is a colossal containerized plant factory — a 12.2-meter-long, 2.5-meter-wide, 2.9-meter-high and 8.8-metric-ton behemoth.

\n

Engineered with direct green power connectivity, it can plug directly into photovoltaic solar or wind power sources, ensuring stable energy supply for the entire agricultural process, said Ma Jintao, project manager of the company.

\n

"It's decoupled from the external environment, thanks to its hydroponic control system and automated climate management," Ma said. "By eliminating the need for traditional farmland, this solution can be deployed virtually anywhere, from deserts to tundras."

\n

The unit yield of this system can be several times higher than conventional farming methods, while using over 95 percent less water and virtually no pesticides, Ma said, adding that this unlocks new pathways for food production in the Arab world where there is sufficient green energy but a lack of water resources.

\n

"We receive less than 100 millimeters of rainfall annually and have no natural rivers, with 90 percent of our water supply relying on seawater desalination and groundwater," said Alraddadi Jamal Salem M, CEO of Alraddadi Trading Co.

\n

This Chinese high-tech solution meets Saudi Arabia's needs from multiple dimensions, including climate adaptation, environmental compatibility and resource efficiency. It solves the pain points of traditional agricultural cultivation and has the potential for large-scale deployment, he said.

\n

The sustainable agricultural solution for arid regions is truly a shining example of China-Arab States cooperation. China is helping transform the Arab world in a myriad ways — a consensus which emerged from the four-day biennial expo in late August.

\n

This year's expo, the seventh edition of its kind, has seen participation from all 22 Arab nations for the first time.

\n

In 2024, trade volume between China and Arab countries reached $407.4 billion, marking a 2.3 percent year-on-year increase and securing China's status as the Arab world's largest trading partner, data from the Ministry of Commerce showed.

\n

Chinese exports to the region totaled $206 billion, while imports from Arab nations were $201.4 billion, demonstrating continued growth and mutual benefit in their economic and trade relations, according to the data.

\n

In addition, China has signed Belt and Road cooperation documents with all the 22 Arab countries and the League of Arab States, under which more than 200 major projects have been implemented.

\n

"The Arab countries are at a pivotal moment in their development, and China's expertise and resources make it an indispensable ally in this process," said Khaled Hanafi, secretary-general of the Union of Arab Chambers.

\n

The two sides could strengthen their collaboration in priority areas such as the low-altitude economy, new energy, smart logistics and advanced manufacturing, charting new paths for mutually beneficial cooperation, Hanafi said.

\n

In the vast, sunbaked landscapes of the Arab world, a new and unexpected sound is becoming more common: the quiet whir of unmanned aerial vehicles. This is the sound of a nascent but rapidly expanding frontier in China-Arab cooperation — the low-altitude economy.

\n

With vast expanses of territory, relatively sparse populations and dispersed urban and rural settlements interspersed with vast desert landscapes, the Arab nations have provided an ideal testing ground and application scenario for China's burgeoning unmanned aerial vehicle industry, said Zhao Xudong, vice-president of the Ningxia Low-Altitude Economy Industry Association.

\n

From oilfield inspections and photovoltaic panel cleaning to agricultural irrigation and large-scale performances to attract tourists — each of these solutions directly addresses the real-world demands of the Arab world, Zhao said.

\n

This confluence of China's advanced experience in low-altitude economy technology research, manufacturing and operational management, coupled with the unique geographic environment and market demands of the Arab world, has laid the foundation for collaboration, Zhao added.

\n

During the expo, the China-Arab States Technology Transfer Center unveiled a comprehensive portfolio of over 500 advanced and practical technology solutions tailored to the urgent needs of Arab nations in areas ranging from green agriculture and digital economy to industrial upgrade and ecological protection.

\n

"Our goal is to ensure that every technology solution we offer is directly aligned with market demand and development priorities of the Arab world," said Wu Lifeng, director of the center.

\n

The selection process involved screening of over 1,300 technologies from more than 60 leading Chinese universities, research institutes and enterprises, with a focus on solutions that can be rapidly scaled up across the Arab world, Wu added.

\n

"On the very day of the technology release, we managed to sign 13 cooperation agreements, underscoring the strong demand and willingness of our Arab partners to adopt these cutting-edge solutions," Wu said.

\n

In particular, green and low-carbon technology solutions have become veritable buzzwords at the expo. While the two regions may differ in their resource endowments, they are united in their drive toward a shared goal of clean, green and low-carbon progress.

\n

The Arab region is home to some of the world's best solar and wind energy resources, providing an unparalleled opportunity for the development of clean energy, said Zhou Mi, a senior researcher at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation.

\n

Concurrently, Arab nations, particularly those in the Gulf, are vigorously pursuing ambitious national visions — such as Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the United Arab Emirates' Centennial 2071 — which prioritize sustainable development and a transition away from hydrocarbon dependency.

\n

At the same time, China has amassed a wealth of experience in renewable energy technology research and development, industrial application and project implementation — expertise that can be leveraged to complement the Arab world's natural advantages, Zhou added.

\n

Over the past decade, China has played a pivotal role in driving down the average cost of electricity generation from wind and solar photovoltaic projects globally by 60 percent and 80 percent, respectively, data from the National Energy Administration showed in late August.

\n

During the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25), the country's exports of wind and solar PV products are estimated to have cumulatively reduced carbon emissions in other nations by around 4.1 billion tons, making a significant contribution to the global low-carbon transition, the administration said.

\n

Ahmed Mustafa Fahmy, head of the League of Arab States' China Representative Office, said that China's mature technological capabilities are meeting the ambitious policy vision and significant market potential of the Arab world. This combination is proving to be a recipe for success in high-tech collaboration.

\n

At a moment of heightened global economic fragility, the deepening partnership between China and Arab nations stands out not merely as a bilateral success story, but as a potential source of stability and growth for the wider world, he said.

\n

wangkeju@chinadaily.com.cn

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The rhythm of an ancient trade route seems to pulse anew here at the 7th China-Arab States Expo. Beyond the high-level dialogues and agreements, it was the on-the-ground glimpses of innovation that captured the spirit of this gathering.

\n

Walking through the expansive exhibition halls, I could immediately sense the evolution of the relationship between China and the Arab world. The traditional strongholds of trade — energy, infrastructure and agricultural products — have been well represented.

\n

Yet, what stood out most was the vibrant emphasis on new sectors: digital economy, green technology, healthcare and artificial intelligence.

\n

In the bustling hall, a robot making jianbing guozi (Chinese pancake wrap) drew curious crowds. With precision, it spread batter, added eggs and scallions, and folded the crepe into a perfect parcel — all in under three minutes.

\n

Nearby, another breakthrough was stirring attention: an AI brain-computer interface paired with an exoskeleton, enabling individuals with mobility challenges to walk again.

\n

Then came a robotic dog, draped in a traditional Chinese lion dance costume, which moved with uncanny grace to the beat of drums, its motions both precise and expressive.

\n

At a seminar, Ali Al-Amin, an economics expert and head of the Investment Unit at Sharjah Islamic Bank, told me: "China has the technology and scale; we have the ambition and the resources. Together, we can build the future."

\n

What makes this synergy so powerful is the alignment of vision. China's technological advancement and manufacturing prowess meet the Arab nations' determined drive for economic diversification, as enshrined in Saudi Vision 2030 or the UAE's Centennial 2071 plan.

\n

For the first time, all 22 Arab nations joined, alongside every Chinese provincial region, Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps, as well as representatives from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan — a testament to the expo's growing influence.

\n

What struck me most was the narrative of a shared future. In an era of global uncertainty, the China-Arab partnership stands as a compelling example of South-South cooperation, based on mutual respect and mutual benefit. It is pragmatic, forward-looking and increasingly digital.

\n

As Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre emphasized at the opening ceremony, China's Belt and Road Initiative and platforms like the China-Arab States Expo prove that connectivity and open cooperation are the optimal paths toward shared development, stability and prosperity.

\n

The future of China-Arab relations is being written not only in boardrooms, but in the tech hubs, wind farms and digital payment platforms that are now at the heart of this burgeoning partnership. The expo was not merely a trade fair; it was a preview of that shared future.

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The rhythm of an ancient trade route seems to pulse anew here at the 7th China-Arab States Expo. Beyond the high-level dialogues and agreements, it was the on-the-ground glimpses of innovation that captured the spirit of this gathering.

\n

Walking through the expansive exhibition halls, I could immediately sense the evolution of the relationship between China and the Arab world. The traditional strongholds of trade — energy, infrastructure and agricultural products — have been well represented.

\n

Yet, what stood out most was the vibrant emphasis on new sectors: digital economy, green technology, healthcare and artificial intelligence.

\n

In the bustling hall, a robot making jianbing guozi (Chinese pancake wrap) drew curious crowds. With precision, it spread batter, added eggs and scallions, and folded the crepe into a perfect parcel — all in under three minutes.

\n

Nearby, another breakthrough was stirring attention: an AI brain-computer interface paired with an exoskeleton, enabling individuals with mobility challenges to walk again.

\n

Then came a robotic dog, draped in a traditional Chinese lion dance costume, which moved with uncanny grace to the beat of drums, its motions both precise and expressive.

\n

At a seminar, Ali Al-Amin, an economics expert and head of the Investment Unit at Sharjah Islamic Bank, told me: "China has the technology and scale; we have the ambition and the resources. Together, we can build the future."

\n

What makes this synergy so powerful is the alignment of vision. China's technological advancement and manufacturing prowess meet the Arab nations' determined drive for economic diversification, as enshrined in Saudi Vision 2030 or the UAE's Centennial 2071 plan.

\n

For the first time, all 22 Arab nations joined, alongside every Chinese provincial region, Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps, as well as representatives from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan — a testament to the expo's growing influence.

\n

What struck me most was the narrative of a shared future. In an era of global uncertainty, the China-Arab partnership stands as a compelling example of South-South cooperation, based on mutual respect and mutual benefit. It is pragmatic, forward-looking and increasingly digital.

\n

As Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre emphasized at the opening ceremony, China's Belt and Road Initiative and platforms like the China-Arab States Expo prove that connectivity and open cooperation are the optimal paths toward shared development, stability and prosperity.

\n

The future of China-Arab relations is being written not only in boardrooms, but in the tech hubs, wind farms and digital payment platforms that are now at the heart of this burgeoning partnership. The expo was not merely a trade fair; it was a preview of that shared future.

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A worker is busy at a general assembly workshop in the Ming Yang Smart Energy Group's industrial park in Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, on July 29.

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BEIJING — Stepping into the wind turbine assembly plant at Ming Yang Smart Energy Group's industrial park in Baotou, North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, visitors are greeted by orderly production lines and busy workers. Robotic arms swing methodically, while digital screens display real-time production data.

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The park has established a complete industrial chain covering research and design, manufacturing and quality testing, according to He Changguo, manager of the firm's northern regional manufacturing center. Since 2008, wind turbines produced in the park have been deployed in more than 100 projects across China.

\n

This facility epitomizes the accelerating pace of Inner Mongolia's green transition. Rich in coal and central to China's energy supply, the region accounted for more than a quarter of the nation's coal output in 2024. This wealth of resources fueled decades of growth, but also tied the region to high-polluting and resource-heavy industries.

\n

In recent years, however, the nationwide low-carbon push has set the region on a new course. By tapping its abundant wind and solar resources, the region is cultivating fresh momentum for growth. Once renowned for its coal reserves and desert environment, Inner Mongolia is now dotted with vast arrays of solar panels and wind turbines.

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So far, over 30 companies similar to Ming Yang Smart Energy Group, which operate full industrial chains in the new energy sector, have taken root in the region. In 2024, the added value of large-scale new energy and related industries rose by 20.1 percent compared with 2023, and that of new energy equipment manufacturers surged 42.4 percent year-on-year.

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Gong Mingzhu, director of the regional development and reform commission, said Inner Mongolia has established a comprehensive industrial chain for wind, solar, hydrogen and energy storage equipment manufacturing, effectively positioning the region to embark on a new chapter in industrial development.

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As new energy industries gain momentum, Inner Mongolia is also transforming its traditional coal-based sectors, shifting from simple extraction toward a more diversified and cleaner industrial system.

\n

A plant in Ordos exemplifies this transformation. Built by Inner Mongolia Baofeng Coal-based New Material Co Ltd, the facility synthesizes olefins — a class of chemical compounds serving as key raw materials for industrial products from plastics to textiles and aerospace components — from coal.

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With an annual production capacity of 3 million metric tons, this facility stands as the world's largest single-site coal-to-olefins project, according to the company.

\n

Notably, the plant employs green hydrogen at scale to replace fossil fuels in olefin production, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 6.3 million tons annually.

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In 2024, Inner Mongolia's modern coal chemical industry output exceeded 100 billion yuan ($14.02 billion), while the region ranked first nationwide in both coal-to-gas and coal-to-olefin production capacities.

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"Simply mining and selling coal cannot fully realize the value of Inner Mongolia's energy endowment, nor can it meet the requirements of building a modern country," said Hu Chengdong, deputy director of the regional energy bureau.

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"It is imperative for Inner Mongolia to transition from an extractive growth model, shift from factor-driven to innovation-driven development, and propel traditional industries toward higher efficiency and greater value," Hu added.

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A worker is busy at a general assembly workshop in the Ming Yang Smart Energy Group's industrial park in Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, on July 29.

\n

BEIJING — Stepping into the wind turbine assembly plant at Ming Yang Smart Energy Group's industrial park in Baotou, North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, visitors are greeted by orderly production lines and busy workers. Robotic arms swing methodically, while digital screens display real-time production data.

\n

The park has established a complete industrial chain covering research and design, manufacturing and quality testing, according to He Changguo, manager of the firm's northern regional manufacturing center. Since 2008, wind turbines produced in the park have been deployed in more than 100 projects across China.

\n

This facility epitomizes the accelerating pace of Inner Mongolia's green transition. Rich in coal and central to China's energy supply, the region accounted for more than a quarter of the nation's coal output in 2024. This wealth of resources fueled decades of growth, but also tied the region to high-polluting and resource-heavy industries.

\n

In recent years, however, the nationwide low-carbon push has set the region on a new course. By tapping its abundant wind and solar resources, the region is cultivating fresh momentum for growth. Once renowned for its coal reserves and desert environment, Inner Mongolia is now dotted with vast arrays of solar panels and wind turbines.

\n

So far, over 30 companies similar to Ming Yang Smart Energy Group, which operate full industrial chains in the new energy sector, have taken root in the region. In 2024, the added value of large-scale new energy and related industries rose by 20.1 percent compared with 2023, and that of new energy equipment manufacturers surged 42.4 percent year-on-year.

\n

Gong Mingzhu, director of the regional development and reform commission, said Inner Mongolia has established a comprehensive industrial chain for wind, solar, hydrogen and energy storage equipment manufacturing, effectively positioning the region to embark on a new chapter in industrial development.

\n

As new energy industries gain momentum, Inner Mongolia is also transforming its traditional coal-based sectors, shifting from simple extraction toward a more diversified and cleaner industrial system.

\n

A plant in Ordos exemplifies this transformation. Built by Inner Mongolia Baofeng Coal-based New Material Co Ltd, the facility synthesizes olefins — a class of chemical compounds serving as key raw materials for industrial products from plastics to textiles and aerospace components — from coal.

\n

With an annual production capacity of 3 million metric tons, this facility stands as the world's largest single-site coal-to-olefins project, according to the company.

\n

Notably, the plant employs green hydrogen at scale to replace fossil fuels in olefin production, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 6.3 million tons annually.

\n

In 2024, Inner Mongolia's modern coal chemical industry output exceeded 100 billion yuan ($14.02 billion), while the region ranked first nationwide in both coal-to-gas and coal-to-olefin production capacities.

\n

"Simply mining and selling coal cannot fully realize the value of Inner Mongolia's energy endowment, nor can it meet the requirements of building a modern country," said Hu Chengdong, deputy director of the regional energy bureau.

\n

"It is imperative for Inner Mongolia to transition from an extractive growth model, shift from factor-driven to innovation-driven development, and propel traditional industries toward higher efficiency and greater value," Hu added.

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Builders from China Railway No 4 Engineering Group install panels for the 14.9988-megawatt distributed photovoltaic power station under Buliangou Coal Mine in Inner Mongolia.

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As the country is fostering a sound environment for the development of green and low-carbon industries, a key photovoltaic project has been put into operation in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region.

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The 14.9988 megawatt distributed photovoltaic power station under Buliangou Coal Mine, located in Ordos, is a shining example of a transformation from "black gold" to "green electricity". A photovoltaic system with an installed capacity of 1 MW theoretically means it can generate 1 million watts of electricity per second — enough to meet the daily electricity needs of a large number of households and industrial facilities.

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The Government Work Report, delivered at the annual national legislative session in Beijing in March, called for fostering a sound environment for the development of green and low-carbon industries, and the construction of new energy bases in desert areas, the Gobi and other arid areas, to help boost the nation's dual-carbon goals — achieving carbon peak before 2030 and carbon neutrality before 2060.

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The project, partially built by China Railway No 4 Engineering Group, is the largest installed capacity photovoltaic project in the whole group of Huadian Coal Industry — a branch of China Huadian Corp established on Dec 29, 2002.

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Installing 25,636 panels of 585-Wpeak high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon double-sided double-glass photovoltaic modules, the project can generate an annual average of 23.1 million kilowatt-hours of power as it is combined with intelligent string inverters, able to meet some of the electricity needs in the mining area.

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"Compared to traditional energy sources, this project can help save approximately 7,040 metric tons of standard coal each year, slash carbon dioxide emissions by over 18,300 tons and let the coal mine save more than 20 million yuan ($2.8 million) in electricity expenses each year," said Zhai Tengfei, technical leader the CREC4 department for building the project.

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Covering an area of 18.7 hectares, it has made use of the land in the waste dump area of the colliery's railway loop in Juungar Banner, and innovatively adopts a mode of pointed storage shed roof installation.

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"By installing photovoltaic modules in the north-south direction, the absorption time of sunlight is maximized, and the number of photovoltaic panels installed has doubled the number on the similar land area, creating a new model of 'photovoltaic + coal mine' industrial integration," said Zhai, who is from CREC4 Electrical Engineering Co Ltd.

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The construction has met with a series of harsh challenges, such as large temperature differences between day and night, as well as frequent sandstorms in the local area.

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"By maximizing our technology, the back of the double-sided power generation components can absorb reflected light from the sand, which can not only help increase power generation efficiency and solidify the robustness of the power generation components themselves, but also better ensure the stable operation of the photovoltaic system under harsh weather conditions," said Jia Yating, manager of the CREC4 department for building the project.

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In response to the special requirements of the pointed-installation scheme, the CREC4 construction workers also innovated the component disassembly and installation process in a bid to achieve fast work, which is convenient for later operations and maintenance.

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"The power station is equipped with an advanced photovoltaic power-generation monitoring system, which can monitor the real-time power generation status of each group of photovoltaic panels, accurately optimize power generation efficiency, and raise the fault diagnosis and maintenance efficiency," noted Jia.

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"Moreover, it will also introduce a photovoltaic robot cleaning system, so as to further enhance the intelligent operation and maintenance level of the power station," added Jia.

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The project is expected to be officially connected to the grid for power generation at the end of September, bringing significant economic and environmental benefits to Huadian Coal Industry Group. In addition, it has taken a pioneering path for the green and low-carbon development of traditional coal enterprises in Inner Mongolia.

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hanjingyan@chinadaily.com.cn

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Builders from China Railway No 4 Engineering Group install panels for the 14.9988-megawatt distributed photovoltaic power station under Buliangou Coal Mine in Inner Mongolia.

\n

As the country is fostering a sound environment for the development of green and low-carbon industries, a key photovoltaic project has been put into operation in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region.

\n

The 14.9988 megawatt distributed photovoltaic power station under Buliangou Coal Mine, located in Ordos, is a shining example of a transformation from "black gold" to "green electricity". A photovoltaic system with an installed capacity of 1 MW theoretically means it can generate 1 million watts of electricity per second — enough to meet the daily electricity needs of a large number of households and industrial facilities.

\n

The Government Work Report, delivered at the annual national legislative session in Beijing in March, called for fostering a sound environment for the development of green and low-carbon industries, and the construction of new energy bases in desert areas, the Gobi and other arid areas, to help boost the nation's dual-carbon goals — achieving carbon peak before 2030 and carbon neutrality before 2060.

\n

The project, partially built by China Railway No 4 Engineering Group, is the largest installed capacity photovoltaic project in the whole group of Huadian Coal Industry — a branch of China Huadian Corp established on Dec 29, 2002.

\n

Installing 25,636 panels of 585-Wpeak high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon double-sided double-glass photovoltaic modules, the project can generate an annual average of 23.1 million kilowatt-hours of power as it is combined with intelligent string inverters, able to meet some of the electricity needs in the mining area.

\n

"Compared to traditional energy sources, this project can help save approximately 7,040 metric tons of standard coal each year, slash carbon dioxide emissions by over 18,300 tons and let the coal mine save more than 20 million yuan ($2.8 million) in electricity expenses each year," said Zhai Tengfei, technical leader the CREC4 department for building the project.

\n

Covering an area of 18.7 hectares, it has made use of the land in the waste dump area of the colliery's railway loop in Juungar Banner, and innovatively adopts a mode of pointed storage shed roof installation.

\n

"By installing photovoltaic modules in the north-south direction, the absorption time of sunlight is maximized, and the number of photovoltaic panels installed has doubled the number on the similar land area, creating a new model of 'photovoltaic + coal mine' industrial integration," said Zhai, who is from CREC4 Electrical Engineering Co Ltd.

\n

The construction has met with a series of harsh challenges, such as large temperature differences between day and night, as well as frequent sandstorms in the local area.

\n

"By maximizing our technology, the back of the double-sided power generation components can absorb reflected light from the sand, which can not only help increase power generation efficiency and solidify the robustness of the power generation components themselves, but also better ensure the stable operation of the photovoltaic system under harsh weather conditions," said Jia Yating, manager of the CREC4 department for building the project.

\n

In response to the special requirements of the pointed-installation scheme, the CREC4 construction workers also innovated the component disassembly and installation process in a bid to achieve fast work, which is convenient for later operations and maintenance.

\n

"The power station is equipped with an advanced photovoltaic power-generation monitoring system, which can monitor the real-time power generation status of each group of photovoltaic panels, accurately optimize power generation efficiency, and raise the fault diagnosis and maintenance efficiency," noted Jia.

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"Moreover, it will also introduce a photovoltaic robot cleaning system, so as to further enhance the intelligent operation and maintenance level of the power station," added Jia.

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The project is expected to be officially connected to the grid for power generation at the end of September, bringing significant economic and environmental benefits to Huadian Coal Industry Group. In addition, it has taken a pioneering path for the green and low-carbon development of traditional coal enterprises in Inner Mongolia.

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hanjingyan@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors inspect a G9 SUV at the XPeng booth in the outdoor exhibition area of the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, on Sept 9.

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Chinese automotive companies showcased their latest products and technologies at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, and announced localization strategies, signaling their determination to strengthen presence in Europe despite challenges such as rising tariffs.

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Europe's largest biennial auto event, held from Sept 9 to 14, featured 103 Chinese companies — the second-largest group of exhibitors after German firms — highlighting their latest models and comprehensive supply chain solutions for new energy vehicles, including batteries, chips, and autonomous driving systems.

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Among the automakers in attendance, BYD, Chery, Leapmotor, XPeng, Avatr, Hongqi, and Aito each demonstrated their strengths on the exhibition floor.

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BYD not only presented its premium brand Denza and the Seal 06 DM-i hybrid wagon, but also announced via Executive Vice-President Stella Li that it will locally produce all electric vehicles for the European market within three years.

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This move aims to better meet local demand and improve supply chain efficiency, Li said.

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The company's Hungarian factory is scheduled to begin production this year, with a Turkiye-based facility to follow in 2026.

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The first mass-produced model from BYD's Hungarian plant — the European version of the Dolphin — will feature megawatt fast-charging technology, enabling 400 kilometers of range in just five minutes, according to BYD.

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XPeng revealed that its first European R&D center will be located in Munich.

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Guided by the concept "In Europe, With Europe", the center will explore local user needs, adapt to European regulations, and localize algorithms, while also supporting the establishment of 109 stores in Germany as a foundation for broader expansion across Europe.

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XPeng also debuted its new P7 sedan at the event and showcased its other EV models, humanoid robots, and flying cars.

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FAW Hongqi outlined its ambitions for Europe, announcing plans to launch 15 electric and hybrid models in 25 European markets by 2028, alongside establishing more than 200 dealerships across the continent within the same timeframe.

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The automaker also debuted its EHS5 and will launch the model in Denmark in the fourth quarter of this year.

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Leveraging resources from the Stellantis Group, Leapmotor has expanded its reach to over 30 countries and regions worldwide. At the exhibition, the company premiered its new model, the Lafa 5, to the world, while its global model, the B10, was launched in Europe.

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According to Zhu Jiangming, CEO of Leapmotor, beyond its partnership with Stellantis, the company is accelerating localization efforts and plans to build a manufacturing plant in Spain.

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Battery suppliers such as CATL, Gotion, EVE Energy, and CALB also participated in the exhibition. All four have either set up factories in Europe or are pushing forward with factory construction plans.

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Industry leader CATL launched its NP3.0 technology platform and Shenxing Pro — the first lithium iron phosphate battery product integrated with this technology.

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CATL has partnered with over 90 percent of mainstream European automakers and established three production bases in Germany, Hungary, and Spain to further strengthen its localized footprint.

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In the field of driving assistance systems, Horizon Robotics launched its European headquarters in Munich, while also showcasing its Journey 6 series computing solutions and HSD urban ADAS at the event — underscoring its commitment to Europe.

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QCraft, a company specializing in autonomous driving, also used the event to announce its global strategy, revealing plans to set up its European headquarters in Germany and form a partnership with Qualcomm.

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In the first seven months of this year, Chinese automakers captured a 15 percent share of the European passenger NEV market — marking a significant jump from 9.2 percent during the same period last year, data from the China Passenger Car Association show.

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As local production capacity is gradually released, Chinese automakers are expected to achieve a breakthrough in European market share, shifting from a marginal player to a mainstream force in the industry, industry experts noted.

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Zhu of Leapmotor noted that the European Union's 30 percent tariff on EVs, combined with shipping costs, has led to high sales costs for Chinese EVs in Europe. To address this challenge, the company is speeding up localization.

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"Tariff barriers will push Chinese automakers to accelerate localized production. As of 2025, five Chinese automakers have announced plans to build factories in Europe, with total investment surpassing 20 billion euros ($21.8 billion). Once operational, these plants will help evade tariff costs and improve the supply chain," said Fu Bingfeng, secretary-general of the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.

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Fu added that this "eco-driven expansion" will help Chinese automakers build long-term competitiveness in the global market. Over the next three to five years, the global footprint of China's auto industry chain will become more comprehensive.

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For European automakers, the rise of China's NEV industry offers supply chain benefits. By enhancing local R&D and partnering with Chinese companies, they can improve electrification and intelligence, benefiting their European markets.

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Sun Xiaohong, secretary-general of the automotive branch of the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products, pointed out that the EU's decision to phase out internal combustion engine vehicle production by 2035 and fully transition to EVs creates an opportunity for cooperation between China and Europe.

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Sun added that the European auto industry also offers valuable lessons for China in areas such as regulatory frameworks, production systems, mature consumer markets, and cultural frameworks.

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caoyingying@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors inspect a G9 SUV at the XPeng booth in the outdoor exhibition area of the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, on Sept 9.

\n

Chinese automotive companies showcased their latest products and technologies at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, and announced localization strategies, signaling their determination to strengthen presence in Europe despite challenges such as rising tariffs.

\n

Europe's largest biennial auto event, held from Sept 9 to 14, featured 103 Chinese companies — the second-largest group of exhibitors after German firms — highlighting their latest models and comprehensive supply chain solutions for new energy vehicles, including batteries, chips, and autonomous driving systems.

\n

Among the automakers in attendance, BYD, Chery, Leapmotor, XPeng, Avatr, Hongqi, and Aito each demonstrated their strengths on the exhibition floor.

\n

BYD not only presented its premium brand Denza and the Seal 06 DM-i hybrid wagon, but also announced via Executive Vice-President Stella Li that it will locally produce all electric vehicles for the European market within three years.

\n

This move aims to better meet local demand and improve supply chain efficiency, Li said.

\n

The company's Hungarian factory is scheduled to begin production this year, with a Turkiye-based facility to follow in 2026.

\n

The first mass-produced model from BYD's Hungarian plant — the European version of the Dolphin — will feature megawatt fast-charging technology, enabling 400 kilometers of range in just five minutes, according to BYD.

\n

XPeng revealed that its first European R&D center will be located in Munich.

\n

Guided by the concept "In Europe, With Europe", the center will explore local user needs, adapt to European regulations, and localize algorithms, while also supporting the establishment of 109 stores in Germany as a foundation for broader expansion across Europe.

\n

XPeng also debuted its new P7 sedan at the event and showcased its other EV models, humanoid robots, and flying cars.

\n

FAW Hongqi outlined its ambitions for Europe, announcing plans to launch 15 electric and hybrid models in 25 European markets by 2028, alongside establishing more than 200 dealerships across the continent within the same timeframe.

\n

The automaker also debuted its EHS5 and will launch the model in Denmark in the fourth quarter of this year.

\n

Leveraging resources from the Stellantis Group, Leapmotor has expanded its reach to over 30 countries and regions worldwide. At the exhibition, the company premiered its new model, the Lafa 5, to the world, while its global model, the B10, was launched in Europe.

\n

According to Zhu Jiangming, CEO of Leapmotor, beyond its partnership with Stellantis, the company is accelerating localization efforts and plans to build a manufacturing plant in Spain.

\n

Battery suppliers such as CATL, Gotion, EVE Energy, and CALB also participated in the exhibition. All four have either set up factories in Europe or are pushing forward with factory construction plans.

\n

Industry leader CATL launched its NP3.0 technology platform and Shenxing Pro — the first lithium iron phosphate battery product integrated with this technology.

\n

CATL has partnered with over 90 percent of mainstream European automakers and established three production bases in Germany, Hungary, and Spain to further strengthen its localized footprint.

\n

In the field of driving assistance systems, Horizon Robotics launched its European headquarters in Munich, while also showcasing its Journey 6 series computing solutions and HSD urban ADAS at the event — underscoring its commitment to Europe.

\n

QCraft, a company specializing in autonomous driving, also used the event to announce its global strategy, revealing plans to set up its European headquarters in Germany and form a partnership with Qualcomm.

\n

In the first seven months of this year, Chinese automakers captured a 15 percent share of the European passenger NEV market — marking a significant jump from 9.2 percent during the same period last year, data from the China Passenger Car Association show.

\n

As local production capacity is gradually released, Chinese automakers are expected to achieve a breakthrough in European market share, shifting from a marginal player to a mainstream force in the industry, industry experts noted.

\n

Zhu of Leapmotor noted that the European Union's 30 percent tariff on EVs, combined with shipping costs, has led to high sales costs for Chinese EVs in Europe. To address this challenge, the company is speeding up localization.

\n

"Tariff barriers will push Chinese automakers to accelerate localized production. As of 2025, five Chinese automakers have announced plans to build factories in Europe, with total investment surpassing 20 billion euros ($21.8 billion). Once operational, these plants will help evade tariff costs and improve the supply chain," said Fu Bingfeng, secretary-general of the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.

\n

Fu added that this "eco-driven expansion" will help Chinese automakers build long-term competitiveness in the global market. Over the next three to five years, the global footprint of China's auto industry chain will become more comprehensive.

\n

For European automakers, the rise of China's NEV industry offers supply chain benefits. By enhancing local R&D and partnering with Chinese companies, they can improve electrification and intelligence, benefiting their European markets.

\n

Sun Xiaohong, secretary-general of the automotive branch of the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products, pointed out that the EU's decision to phase out internal combustion engine vehicle production by 2035 and fully transition to EVs creates an opportunity for cooperation between China and Europe.

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Sun added that the European auto industry also offers valuable lessons for China in areas such as regulatory frameworks, production systems, mature consumer markets, and cultural frameworks.

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Growth of global EV sales slows to 15 percent

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Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles grew 15 percent in August from a year ago, marking the slowest rate since January and reflecting tougher comparatives, market research firm Rho Motion said on Friday. China's EV sales growth, which averaged 36 percent a month in the first half, cooled to 6 percent in August. However, China's sales are still expected to be strong in the fourth quarter as new funds become available for its subsidy schemes and the usual seasonal rebound, said Rho Motion data manager Charles Lester. Global sales of battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids rose to 1.7 million units in August, Rho Motion data showed. The same month last year plug-in hybrids had benefited from subsidy-boosted demand in China. The rate of growth was down from 21 percent in July. Chinese sales reached 1.1 million vehicles. European sales rose 48 percent to about 283,453 units, while North American sales climbed 13 percent to 201,255. Sales in the rest of the world jumped 56 percent to more than 144,280 vehicles.

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South Africa vies to attract investment

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South Africa is in talks with Chinese automakers to encourage them to invest in local production, with one manufacturer showing strong interest in building cars locally, a senior government official said on Wednesday. Africa's most developed automaking hub is at an inflection point, with a drop in domestic output and a surge in imported vehicles, mostly from China. Competition is intensifying, meanwhile, with the likes of Toyota and Volkswagen vying for market share against electric vehicle producer BYD as well as Chery, Great Wall Motor and BAIC. Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi told lawmakers in parliament that discussions are underway with several Chinese automakers to manufacture their cars in South Africa instead of importing them. "One area of their interest is to invest in hybrid vehicles and electric vehicles because that is the market that they are servicing globally," Godlimpi said.

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Volkswagen commits billions to AI integration

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Volkswagen will invest up to 1 billion euros ($1.2 billion) in artificial intelligence by 2030, integrating the technology into every area of its business in a bid to unlock billions in savings, the German automaker said on Tuesday. The announcement was made on the first day of the IAA Mobility in Munich. Volkswagen's investment will go toward AI-supported vehicle development, industrial applications and the expansion of high-performance IT infrastructure, the company said in a statement, adding that the expected savings could amount to up to 4 billion euros by 2035. The German group is in the midst of deep changes in its two main markets of China and Germany as it steps back to work on new models, and major cost cuts are underway in Germany. Volkswagen said AI would significantly accelerate the development process for new vehicle models and technologies.

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Nissan bets on fresh models for revival

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Nissan Motor's aging lineup is next on the fix-it schedule as the Japanese automaker attempts a makeover designed to save it from its worst financial crisis in a quarter-century. "We are now entering the phase in which we start rolling out a lot of new cars," Chief Executive Officer Ivan Espinosa said in an interview on Wednesday at Nissan's headquarters in Yokohama. That includes reducing the bureaucratic burden of bringing fresh models to market, "shortening the development process significantly," he said. "This is going to help us have the right cadence of product and react a bit quicker to allow us to cope with all the shifting trends in the market," Espinosa said. Pressure is mounting on Espinosa, 46, to overhaul Nissan amid its financial struggles. The collapse of talks to combine with Japanese peer Honda Motor and a complicated relationship with key shareholder Renault has meant Nissan is going it alone. In May, the carmaker said it will downsize by cutting 20,000 jobs and shutting seven factories.

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Mexico to raise tariffs on vehicles made in China

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Mexico will raise its tariffs on automobiles from China and other Asian countries to 50 percent, from a prior level of 20 percent, Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Wednesday. "They already have tariffs," Ebrard said when asked about the import levies on China. "What we will do is raise them to the maximum level allowed." "Without a certain level of protection, you almost can't compete," he added. Ebrard said the measure, which comes just within limits imposed by the World Trade Organization, was intended to protect jobs in Mexico as Chinese cars were entering the local market "below what we call reference prices". The light vehicles and auto parts sectors were particularly affected by lower Chinese prices, he said. The move comes as the United States pushes countries in Latin America to limit their economic ties with China, with which it competes for influence in the region. Ironically, earlier this year, Ebrard had spoken against tariff measures, saying they were at odds with economic growth and keeping inflation down.

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Growth of global EV sales slows to 15 percent

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Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles grew 15 percent in August from a year ago, marking the slowest rate since January and reflecting tougher comparatives, market research firm Rho Motion said on Friday. China's EV sales growth, which averaged 36 percent a month in the first half, cooled to 6 percent in August. However, China's sales are still expected to be strong in the fourth quarter as new funds become available for its subsidy schemes and the usual seasonal rebound, said Rho Motion data manager Charles Lester. Global sales of battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids rose to 1.7 million units in August, Rho Motion data showed. The same month last year plug-in hybrids had benefited from subsidy-boosted demand in China. The rate of growth was down from 21 percent in July. Chinese sales reached 1.1 million vehicles. European sales rose 48 percent to about 283,453 units, while North American sales climbed 13 percent to 201,255. Sales in the rest of the world jumped 56 percent to more than 144,280 vehicles.

\n

South Africa vies to attract investment

\n

South Africa is in talks with Chinese automakers to encourage them to invest in local production, with one manufacturer showing strong interest in building cars locally, a senior government official said on Wednesday. Africa's most developed automaking hub is at an inflection point, with a drop in domestic output and a surge in imported vehicles, mostly from China. Competition is intensifying, meanwhile, with the likes of Toyota and Volkswagen vying for market share against electric vehicle producer BYD as well as Chery, Great Wall Motor and BAIC. Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi told lawmakers in parliament that discussions are underway with several Chinese automakers to manufacture their cars in South Africa instead of importing them. "One area of their interest is to invest in hybrid vehicles and electric vehicles because that is the market that they are servicing globally," Godlimpi said.

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Volkswagen commits billions to AI integration

\n

Volkswagen will invest up to 1 billion euros ($1.2 billion) in artificial intelligence by 2030, integrating the technology into every area of its business in a bid to unlock billions in savings, the German automaker said on Tuesday. The announcement was made on the first day of the IAA Mobility in Munich. Volkswagen's investment will go toward AI-supported vehicle development, industrial applications and the expansion of high-performance IT infrastructure, the company said in a statement, adding that the expected savings could amount to up to 4 billion euros by 2035. The German group is in the midst of deep changes in its two main markets of China and Germany as it steps back to work on new models, and major cost cuts are underway in Germany. Volkswagen said AI would significantly accelerate the development process for new vehicle models and technologies.

\n

Nissan bets on fresh models for revival

\n

Nissan Motor's aging lineup is next on the fix-it schedule as the Japanese automaker attempts a makeover designed to save it from its worst financial crisis in a quarter-century. "We are now entering the phase in which we start rolling out a lot of new cars," Chief Executive Officer Ivan Espinosa said in an interview on Wednesday at Nissan's headquarters in Yokohama. That includes reducing the bureaucratic burden of bringing fresh models to market, "shortening the development process significantly," he said. "This is going to help us have the right cadence of product and react a bit quicker to allow us to cope with all the shifting trends in the market," Espinosa said. Pressure is mounting on Espinosa, 46, to overhaul Nissan amid its financial struggles. The collapse of talks to combine with Japanese peer Honda Motor and a complicated relationship with key shareholder Renault has meant Nissan is going it alone. In May, the carmaker said it will downsize by cutting 20,000 jobs and shutting seven factories.

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Mexico to raise tariffs on vehicles made in China

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Mexico will raise its tariffs on automobiles from China and other Asian countries to 50 percent, from a prior level of 20 percent, Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Wednesday. "They already have tariffs," Ebrard said when asked about the import levies on China. "What we will do is raise them to the maximum level allowed." "Without a certain level of protection, you almost can't compete," he added. Ebrard said the measure, which comes just within limits imposed by the World Trade Organization, was intended to protect jobs in Mexico as Chinese cars were entering the local market "below what we call reference prices". The light vehicles and auto parts sectors were particularly affected by lower Chinese prices, he said. The move comes as the United States pushes countries in Latin America to limit their economic ties with China, with which it competes for influence in the region. Ironically, earlier this year, Ebrard had spoken against tariff measures, saying they were at odds with economic growth and keeping inflation down.

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Visitors inspect a Xiaomi SU7 sedan at the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area International Auto Show in Shenzhen on May 31.

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China is making moves to rein in the increasingly chaotic online ecosystem surrounding its auto industry, launching a three-month campaign to curb practices that regulators say distort competition and mislead consumers.

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The joint notice, issued last week by six powerful agencies including the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and the Cyberspace Administration of China, targets illicit profiteering, false promotion and malicious attacks.

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The notice came at a time when almost no company has been spared from online attacks, which stem from the rat-race competition to win car buyers but have spawned a cottage industry of marketing firms and paid influencers.

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Controversy sells in the age of short videos, so organized online commentators smear rivals or pressure companies for advertising budgets.

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Independent "self-media" outlets routinely exploit sales fluctuations or product glitches to generate traffic and extract payments for favorable coverage.

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Yet few in the auto sector can claim they have not contributed to such online farces, either by providing so-called "evidence" to influencers or by paying them, said a Beijing-based analyst who asked not to be named.

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Some automakers themselves, including Li Auto, have fueled the frenzy, using selective data disclosures or unofficial rankings to stoke online buzz. Underdogs strike back by cherry-picking metrics that show them on top.

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Last year's arrival of Xiaomi founder Lei Jun into the car business pushed the trend into overdrive.

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His charisma and huge following drew massive attention when the company's first car was unveiled, demonstrating how a tech celebrity could dominate headlines and social feeds.

\n

Other auto executives, including Great Wall Motor founder Wei Jianjun and Changan Chairman Zhu Huarong, rushed to emulate his high-profile style, blurring the line between product marketing and personal branding.

\n

Social media platforms also play their part. Sina Weibo, WeChat Channels and other short-video services work hard to recruit executives, helping to boost their online fame — a temptation few bosses can resist — and to attract product advertising.

\n

Sometimes high-profile executives use social media to stir controversy. In May, a Chery sales executive labeled a Geely car "trash" in a WeChat group. In late July, Li Auto Vice-President Liu Jie accused Nio's Onvo brand on Sina Weibo of hiring car influencers to attack its electric i8, as Onvo's L90 is a potential rival.

\n

Onvo President Shen Fei replied, "Why not call the police?" and demanded an apology when the company was found innocent a day later.

\n

Over the past few years, China's car market has developed a fan-club culture more typical of pop stars than industrial brands.

\n

"It may sound ridiculous, but some people buy Xiaomi cars because Lei's wife was his first love on campus and he donated money to his university," said the Beijing analyst.

\n

Regulators now appear determined to break that cycle. The notice requires automakers to conduct internal inspections and correct violations, while internet platforms must strengthen detection of AI-generated content, provide one-click tools to link rebuttals to disputed posts, and swiftly remove harmful material. Platforms that fail to act could face penalties, heaping pressure on the social-media giants that have profited from the traffic boom.

\n

Voyah Chief Executive Officer Lu Fang called the campaign "timely and necessary", warning that online misconduct "seriously disrupts the healthy development of the auto industry and harms consumers' rights".

\n

Huawei-backed Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance said hundreds of accounts linked to MCN agencies have already faced legal action. Great Wall Motor, Zeekr, Changan, Geely and GAC Aion have set up reporting centers to collect evidence of online attacks.

\n

Analysts say the clean-up could raise the cost of fake traffic and push carmakers to compete more on technology and service rather than sensational marketing. But one issue remains unresolved: the line between malicious attacks and legitimate criticism is blurred.

\n

Carmakers often demand that platforms remove videos they dislike — whether true or not — and platforms such as Douyin or WeChat Channels usually comply because they lack the resources to verify content and depend on automakers for advertising revenue.

\n

"In the past, carmakers dealt with negative reports through their public relations departments. Now they handle them through their legal affairs departments," the analyst said.

\n

"The problem is not Douyin or WeChat, which are businesses seeking profit. The problem is that people put their trust in companies instead of non-profit third-party agencies. But it is understandable — such agencies may be fair and just, but they are usually not emotional, and that is not what online surfers want."

\n

It is impossible to solve all the problems at once, but the message from the authorities is clear: After years of explosive growth, price wars and headline-grabbing executives, China's auto industry is being nudged toward a new phase — one where reputations will need to rest on engineering and customer experience rather than fanfare, controversy and viral clicks.

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lifusheng@chinadaily.com.cn

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Visitors inspect a Xiaomi SU7 sedan at the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area International Auto Show in Shenzhen on May 31.

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China is making moves to rein in the increasingly chaotic online ecosystem surrounding its auto industry, launching a three-month campaign to curb practices that regulators say distort competition and mislead consumers.

\n

The joint notice, issued last week by six powerful agencies including the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and the Cyberspace Administration of China, targets illicit profiteering, false promotion and malicious attacks.

\n

The notice came at a time when almost no company has been spared from online attacks, which stem from the rat-race competition to win car buyers but have spawned a cottage industry of marketing firms and paid influencers.

\n

Controversy sells in the age of short videos, so organized online commentators smear rivals or pressure companies for advertising budgets.

\n

Independent "self-media" outlets routinely exploit sales fluctuations or product glitches to generate traffic and extract payments for favorable coverage.

\n

Yet few in the auto sector can claim they have not contributed to such online farces, either by providing so-called "evidence" to influencers or by paying them, said a Beijing-based analyst who asked not to be named.

\n

Some automakers themselves, including Li Auto, have fueled the frenzy, using selective data disclosures or unofficial rankings to stoke online buzz. Underdogs strike back by cherry-picking metrics that show them on top.

\n

Last year's arrival of Xiaomi founder Lei Jun into the car business pushed the trend into overdrive.

\n

His charisma and huge following drew massive attention when the company's first car was unveiled, demonstrating how a tech celebrity could dominate headlines and social feeds.

\n

Other auto executives, including Great Wall Motor founder Wei Jianjun and Changan Chairman Zhu Huarong, rushed to emulate his high-profile style, blurring the line between product marketing and personal branding.

\n

Social media platforms also play their part. Sina Weibo, WeChat Channels and other short-video services work hard to recruit executives, helping to boost their online fame — a temptation few bosses can resist — and to attract product advertising.

\n

Sometimes high-profile executives use social media to stir controversy. In May, a Chery sales executive labeled a Geely car "trash" in a WeChat group. In late July, Li Auto Vice-President Liu Jie accused Nio's Onvo brand on Sina Weibo of hiring car influencers to attack its electric i8, as Onvo's L90 is a potential rival.

\n

Onvo President Shen Fei replied, "Why not call the police?" and demanded an apology when the company was found innocent a day later.

\n

Over the past few years, China's car market has developed a fan-club culture more typical of pop stars than industrial brands.

\n

"It may sound ridiculous, but some people buy Xiaomi cars because Lei's wife was his first love on campus and he donated money to his university," said the Beijing analyst.

\n

Regulators now appear determined to break that cycle. The notice requires automakers to conduct internal inspections and correct violations, while internet platforms must strengthen detection of AI-generated content, provide one-click tools to link rebuttals to disputed posts, and swiftly remove harmful material. Platforms that fail to act could face penalties, heaping pressure on the social-media giants that have profited from the traffic boom.

\n

Voyah Chief Executive Officer Lu Fang called the campaign "timely and necessary", warning that online misconduct "seriously disrupts the healthy development of the auto industry and harms consumers' rights".

\n

Huawei-backed Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance said hundreds of accounts linked to MCN agencies have already faced legal action. Great Wall Motor, Zeekr, Changan, Geely and GAC Aion have set up reporting centers to collect evidence of online attacks.

\n

Analysts say the clean-up could raise the cost of fake traffic and push carmakers to compete more on technology and service rather than sensational marketing. But one issue remains unresolved: the line between malicious attacks and legitimate criticism is blurred.

\n

Carmakers often demand that platforms remove videos they dislike — whether true or not — and platforms such as Douyin or WeChat Channels usually comply because they lack the resources to verify content and depend on automakers for advertising revenue.

\n

"In the past, carmakers dealt with negative reports through their public relations departments. Now they handle them through their legal affairs departments," the analyst said.

\n

"The problem is not Douyin or WeChat, which are businesses seeking profit. The problem is that people put their trust in companies instead of non-profit third-party agencies. But it is understandable — such agencies may be fair and just, but they are usually not emotional, and that is not what online surfers want."

\n

It is impossible to solve all the problems at once, but the message from the authorities is clear: After years of explosive growth, price wars and headline-grabbing executives, China's auto industry is being nudged toward a new phase — one where reputations will need to rest on engineering and customer experience rather than fanfare, controversy and viral clicks.

\n

lifusheng@chinadaily.com.cn

\n

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Zhang Pengju works on the design of the Xiwusutu village community center in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, which won the Aga Khan Award for Architecture in early September.

\n

Urban visitors come and play at the village community center.

\n

A bird's-eye view of Zhang's work Hohhot Sculpture Gallery in the autonomous region's capital.

\n

In a quiet village nestled at the foot of the Inner Mongolia autonomous region's Daqing Mountain, an unassuming single-story building has quietly transformed community life — and recently captured the world's attention.

\n

In early September, Zhang Pengju, the mastermind behind the construction in the region's capital Hohhot, received the Aga Khan Award for Architecture for his design of the Xiwusutu village community center, China's only project to win such an achievement in the prestigious award's 16th edition (2023-25), headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

\n

The project is among the seven winners considered by an independent master jury that explores architecture's capacity to catalyze pluralism, community resilience, social transformation, cultural dialogue, and climate-responsive design.

\n

Other award-winning projects include a replicable bamboo-and-steel housing solution in Bangladesh, designed for communities displaced by climate and geological instability, as well as a comprehensive revitalization of the historic urban fabric in Esna, Egypt.

\n

Unlike other "starchitect"-designed urban landmarks, Zhang's project stood out for its humility, social empathy, and deep connection to the area. The award, known as "the world's most socially meaningful architecture prize", recognizes not just a building but an idea of how architecture can serve rather than dominate the land and its people.

\n

The jury noted that Zhang's project has generated a valuable shared and inclusive communal microcosm within a rural human macrocosm.

\n

Xiwusutu, the Mongolian word for "a place with water", is a 400-year-old multiethnic village where the Han, Mongol, and Hui communities have long coexisted alongside one another.

\n

For years, the village lacked a true communal space where people could gather throughout each season. Festivals were held in open streets, and winters left elders and children isolated in their courtyards.

\n

Things began to change when the community center got up and running in 2023, following seven months of hard work, from initial designs to construction.

\n

The multifunctional community center, spanning 1,276 square meters, offers three primary functions: providing gathering spaces for elderly residents, children, and returning young villagers; creating exhibition and social spaces for artists; and addressing the religious needs of multiple ethnicities.

\n

The center features a 200-sq-m central circular courtyard, which serves as a focal point for outdoor activities and community cohesion. A 786-sq-m rooftop platform is dedicated to a children's play area.

\n

Constructed entirely of leftover bricks from local demolitions, the building construction includes a layer of 80-millimeter fly ash insulation, which offers a cost-effective, durable village housing model.

\n

Natural ventilation is achieved through ground ventilation, thermal chambers, and automated skylights. Unique ventilation towers also provide play spaces for children.

\n

A dispersed, small-volume layout was designed to create the central courtyard and alleys, enhancing circulation and adaptability.

\n

The project aims to serve as a cultural, social, and ecological hub, integrating traditional materials with sustainable construction methods.

\n

The ingenious and thoughtful design is derived from Zhang's thorough understanding of the village over the years.

\n

"I first came to Xiwusutu more than 40 years ago as an architecture student doing fieldwork," says Zhang, now a professor at the Inner Mongolia University of Technology and chief architect of Inner Mongolian Grand Architecture Design.

\n

"What struck me were the apricot trees, the narrow lanes following the land's slope, and the quiet sense of history. Years later, when young artists began settling here and called me back, I saw the village with new eyes," recalls the architect in his 60s.

\n

When the local government launched the Beautiful Village vitalization campaign several years ago, Zhang and his team were invited to help enhance the public spaces and improve building performance.

\n

A new structure wasn't initially part of the plan. "But as we spoke with villagers and artists from cities, two strong desires emerged," Zhang explains.

\n

"The villagers wanted a place to gather, celebrate, and hold events. The artists dreamed of a gallery, a workshop, an incubator — a space where they could create and connect."

\n

Despite the lack of complete funding for the construction, the government offered something just as valuable: a plot of land in the village center, which was once home to a temple and later a production brigade headquarters, with two 200-year-old trees still draped with red prayer ribbons in a corner.

\n

"It was not only the geographic heart of the village, but it also held an emotional and spiritual core," Zhang notes.

\n

What followed was a collaborative effort. Villagers and artists pooled together the initial funds. The government provided leftover bricks from village renovations. Zhang's team contributed the design, construction oversight, and, most challenging of all, facilitation among all stakeholders.

\n

"The hardest part was not in drawing the plans, but reconciling wishes, constraints, and resources into a shared vision," Zhang emphasizes.

\n

He describes the project through four core ideas — reused bricks, passive climate response, spirituality, and what he calls a "low-build".

\n

Zhang insisted on "zero construction waste" and collected old bricks from demolished homes for reuse.

\n

The imperfect, irregular bricks were woven into the new structure using an innovative bricklaying technique developed specifically for local laborers to lower the technical thresholds.

\n

Rather than hiding their irregularities behind plaster, the team celebrated the textures of time.

\n

Heating and cooling are major challenges in Inner Mongolia's climate. Zhang integrated a passive ventilation system that draws cool air from underground tunnels and releases warmth through solar chimneys.

\n

"We wanted a building that costs almost nothing to run," he says.

\n

The two old trees become the soul of the project, as the structure wraps around them, framing sight lines and creating gathering spots under their canopy.

\n

One of Zhang's most innovative concepts — the "low-build" — means pursuing high quality through low cost, low carbon, and low-tech tolerance, Zhang explains.

\n

Imperfection was allowed, as masons didn't have to achieve millimeter precision; welded lines didn't have to be perfectly straight. "We prioritized spatial experience over technical perfection, and sometimes the 'errors' made the space more alive," Zhang says.

\n

Since its completion in 2023, the community center has become a catalyst, drawing many young urban visitors on the weekends. Village life has been simultaneously enriched. Elderly residents play chess in the courtyard, children chase each other through open corridors, and artists host exhibitions that draw crowds even during winter.

\n

The rooftop, a feature Zhang designed as an elevated plaza, has become a favorite meeting point.

\n

He vividly remembers the first time he saw it filled with villagers and visitors, side by side, looking out at the mountains.

\n

"It felt like the building was breathing with life," he says.

\n

The project has also spurred economic renewal, with new homestays, cafes, and shops. The local government now appreciates the value of endogenous development and how it empowers communities from within.

\n

Having been rooted in Inner Mongolia for the past four decades while focusing on the study of vernacular architecture, Zhang has established a theoretical framework for steppe habitation.

\n

He has completed 200 demonstration projects across Inner Mongolia, and his work has earned more than 90 awards for architectural excellence in China and internationally.

\n

In addition to the Xiwusutu project, Zhang designed distinctive homestays tailored to the herders' needs in Ulaanqab's grasslands in 2020, which raised a profound and transformative wave in tourism.

\n

For instance, he preserved the grasslands' authentic character while improving hospitality infrastructure. By mixing local clay and gravel in scientifically determined ratios and enhancing them with environmentally friendly cementitious materials, it created rammed-earth walls that offer excellent thermal insulation, earthquake resistance, and protection against strong winds.

\n

Liu Jin, a local herder, has seen his Zhang-designed homestay pack in visitors.

\n

He raked in 200,000 yuan ($28,090) in the two and a half months after opening the homestay, setting a benchmark for tourism ventures in the area.

\n

"The buildings he designs are not only beautiful but incredibly livable," Liu says.

\n

Through years of research and practical exploration, Zhang came to realize that establishing Inner Mongolia's own model for constructing human settlements in grassland environments is of far-reaching significance.

\n

The Aga Khan Award is not an endpoint for him.

\n

"It won't change my direction," he says.

\n

Zhang is quick to point out that Xiwusutu is not a universal model.

\n

"Rural vitalization must be area-specific. Not every village should be a tourist destination. The key is to identify real local resources, people's needs, and cultural continuity," he notes.

\n

Contact the writer at yangfeiyue@chinadaily.com.cn

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Zhang Pengju works on the design of the Xiwusutu village community center in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, which won the Aga Khan Award for Architecture in early September.

\n

Urban visitors come and play at the village community center.

\n

A bird's-eye view of Zhang's work Hohhot Sculpture Gallery in the autonomous region's capital.

\n

In a quiet village nestled at the foot of the Inner Mongolia autonomous region's Daqing Mountain, an unassuming single-story building has quietly transformed community life — and recently captured the world's attention.

\n

In early September, Zhang Pengju, the mastermind behind the construction in the region's capital Hohhot, received the Aga Khan Award for Architecture for his design of the Xiwusutu village community center, China's only project to win such an achievement in the prestigious award's 16th edition (2023-25), headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

\n

The project is among the seven winners considered by an independent master jury that explores architecture's capacity to catalyze pluralism, community resilience, social transformation, cultural dialogue, and climate-responsive design.

\n

Other award-winning projects include a replicable bamboo-and-steel housing solution in Bangladesh, designed for communities displaced by climate and geological instability, as well as a comprehensive revitalization of the historic urban fabric in Esna, Egypt.

\n

Unlike other "starchitect"-designed urban landmarks, Zhang's project stood out for its humility, social empathy, and deep connection to the area. The award, known as "the world's most socially meaningful architecture prize", recognizes not just a building but an idea of how architecture can serve rather than dominate the land and its people.

\n

The jury noted that Zhang's project has generated a valuable shared and inclusive communal microcosm within a rural human macrocosm.

\n

Xiwusutu, the Mongolian word for "a place with water", is a 400-year-old multiethnic village where the Han, Mongol, and Hui communities have long coexisted alongside one another.

\n

For years, the village lacked a true communal space where people could gather throughout each season. Festivals were held in open streets, and winters left elders and children isolated in their courtyards.

\n

Things began to change when the community center got up and running in 2023, following seven months of hard work, from initial designs to construction.

\n

The multifunctional community center, spanning 1,276 square meters, offers three primary functions: providing gathering spaces for elderly residents, children, and returning young villagers; creating exhibition and social spaces for artists; and addressing the religious needs of multiple ethnicities.

\n

The center features a 200-sq-m central circular courtyard, which serves as a focal point for outdoor activities and community cohesion. A 786-sq-m rooftop platform is dedicated to a children's play area.

\n

Constructed entirely of leftover bricks from local demolitions, the building construction includes a layer of 80-millimeter fly ash insulation, which offers a cost-effective, durable village housing model.

\n

Natural ventilation is achieved through ground ventilation, thermal chambers, and automated skylights. Unique ventilation towers also provide play spaces for children.

\n

A dispersed, small-volume layout was designed to create the central courtyard and alleys, enhancing circulation and adaptability.

\n

The project aims to serve as a cultural, social, and ecological hub, integrating traditional materials with sustainable construction methods.

\n

The ingenious and thoughtful design is derived from Zhang's thorough understanding of the village over the years.

\n

"I first came to Xiwusutu more than 40 years ago as an architecture student doing fieldwork," says Zhang, now a professor at the Inner Mongolia University of Technology and chief architect of Inner Mongolian Grand Architecture Design.

\n

"What struck me were the apricot trees, the narrow lanes following the land's slope, and the quiet sense of history. Years later, when young artists began settling here and called me back, I saw the village with new eyes," recalls the architect in his 60s.

\n

When the local government launched the Beautiful Village vitalization campaign several years ago, Zhang and his team were invited to help enhance the public spaces and improve building performance.

\n

A new structure wasn't initially part of the plan. "But as we spoke with villagers and artists from cities, two strong desires emerged," Zhang explains.

\n

"The villagers wanted a place to gather, celebrate, and hold events. The artists dreamed of a gallery, a workshop, an incubator — a space where they could create and connect."

\n

Despite the lack of complete funding for the construction, the government offered something just as valuable: a plot of land in the village center, which was once home to a temple and later a production brigade headquarters, with two 200-year-old trees still draped with red prayer ribbons in a corner.

\n

"It was not only the geographic heart of the village, but it also held an emotional and spiritual core," Zhang notes.

\n

What followed was a collaborative effort. Villagers and artists pooled together the initial funds. The government provided leftover bricks from village renovations. Zhang's team contributed the design, construction oversight, and, most challenging of all, facilitation among all stakeholders.

\n

"The hardest part was not in drawing the plans, but reconciling wishes, constraints, and resources into a shared vision," Zhang emphasizes.

\n

He describes the project through four core ideas — reused bricks, passive climate response, spirituality, and what he calls a "low-build".

\n

Zhang insisted on "zero construction waste" and collected old bricks from demolished homes for reuse.

\n

The imperfect, irregular bricks were woven into the new structure using an innovative bricklaying technique developed specifically for local laborers to lower the technical thresholds.

\n

Rather than hiding their irregularities behind plaster, the team celebrated the textures of time.

\n

Heating and cooling are major challenges in Inner Mongolia's climate. Zhang integrated a passive ventilation system that draws cool air from underground tunnels and releases warmth through solar chimneys.

\n

"We wanted a building that costs almost nothing to run," he says.

\n

The two old trees become the soul of the project, as the structure wraps around them, framing sight lines and creating gathering spots under their canopy.

\n

One of Zhang's most innovative concepts — the "low-build" — means pursuing high quality through low cost, low carbon, and low-tech tolerance, Zhang explains.

\n

Imperfection was allowed, as masons didn't have to achieve millimeter precision; welded lines didn't have to be perfectly straight. "We prioritized spatial experience over technical perfection, and sometimes the 'errors' made the space more alive," Zhang says.

\n

Since its completion in 2023, the community center has become a catalyst, drawing many young urban visitors on the weekends. Village life has been simultaneously enriched. Elderly residents play chess in the courtyard, children chase each other through open corridors, and artists host exhibitions that draw crowds even during winter.

\n

The rooftop, a feature Zhang designed as an elevated plaza, has become a favorite meeting point.

\n

He vividly remembers the first time he saw it filled with villagers and visitors, side by side, looking out at the mountains.

\n

"It felt like the building was breathing with life," he says.

\n

The project has also spurred economic renewal, with new homestays, cafes, and shops. The local government now appreciates the value of endogenous development and how it empowers communities from within.

\n

Having been rooted in Inner Mongolia for the past four decades while focusing on the study of vernacular architecture, Zhang has established a theoretical framework for steppe habitation.

\n

He has completed 200 demonstration projects across Inner Mongolia, and his work has earned more than 90 awards for architectural excellence in China and internationally.

\n

In addition to the Xiwusutu project, Zhang designed distinctive homestays tailored to the herders' needs in Ulaanqab's grasslands in 2020, which raised a profound and transformative wave in tourism.

\n

For instance, he preserved the grasslands' authentic character while improving hospitality infrastructure. By mixing local clay and gravel in scientifically determined ratios and enhancing them with environmentally friendly cementitious materials, it created rammed-earth walls that offer excellent thermal insulation, earthquake resistance, and protection against strong winds.

\n

Liu Jin, a local herder, has seen his Zhang-designed homestay pack in visitors.

\n

He raked in 200,000 yuan ($28,090) in the two and a half months after opening the homestay, setting a benchmark for tourism ventures in the area.

\n

"The buildings he designs are not only beautiful but incredibly livable," Liu says.

\n

Through years of research and practical exploration, Zhang came to realize that establishing Inner Mongolia's own model for constructing human settlements in grassland environments is of far-reaching significance.

\n

The Aga Khan Award is not an endpoint for him.

\n

"It won't change my direction," he says.

\n

Zhang is quick to point out that Xiwusutu is not a universal model.

\n

"Rural vitalization must be area-specific. Not every village should be a tourist destination. The key is to identify real local resources, people's needs, and cultural continuity," he notes.

\n

Contact the writer at yangfeiyue@chinadaily.com.cn

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Two young children choose their new semester stationery. It's trendy to get stationery with the blend of traditional Chinese elements and modern designs.

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HANGZHOU — As the back-to-school season kicks off, the streets of East China's Zhejiang province have come alive with shops brimming with colorful stationery.

\n

Their vibrant hues and intricate designs catch the eye of passersby, reflecting the growing "China-chic" stationery trend that has been grabbing attention around the world.

\n

This unique blend of traditional Chinese elements and modern designs has not only captured the hearts of domestic consumers but has also become a new favorite among international buyers.

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For Zhejiang Yizheng Cultural Supplies Co, an enterprise that integrates the production, sales, and research and development of stationery, the excitement is palpable.

\n

"In recent years, as Chinese cultural IPs have gained more international attention, we began trying our hand at exporting our own brands last year," says Zhang Ying, the company's director of human resources and administration. "Our design team has also grown from just four or five people to over 20."

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The company holds official licenses for several popular IPs, such as Sanrio, Ultraman, and Transformers, and has also independently developed a range of stationery IPs like Carrot, Akun Bear, and Unicorn.

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These products have found their way into more than 20 countries and regions, including European countries, the United States, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Southeast Asian countries. From January to July this year, the company achieved an export turnover of over 30 million yuan ($4.2 million), up 50 percent year-on-year, with about 40 percent of that coming from its own brands, according to Zhang.

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This remarkable growth is not an isolated case. Zhejiang's Yiwu, a city often dubbed "the world's supermarket" for its expertise in consumer goods manufacturing, exported stationery products worth 410 million yuan from January to July, up 12.3 percent year-on-year.

\n

Data from Zhejiang Customs showed that during this period, the province exported stationery products, such as ballpoint pens, pencils, and erasers worth 10.54 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.9 percent.

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Home to more than 3,000 stationery and cultural creativity enterprises, Yiwu has embraced an innovative model that connects source factories directly with buyers during product ordering meetings.

\n

Recently, 65 stationery and cultural creativity enterprises from Yiwu held a product ordering meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, showcasing over 10,000 stationery items that drew more than 200 Thai wholesalers.

\n

At the meeting, Zhang Liangjie, a purchasing agent, dispatched six specialists to conduct a thorough search for high-quality source factories. Within just two hours, they had added more than 20 exhibitors on WeChat. Her company operates more than 70 chain stores in Thailand.

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Giant panda-themed stationery developed by Chinese companies is very popular overseas. Some companies have developed stationery products based on the ancient Chinese myth, The Classic of Mountains and Seas, to gradually enter the European and American markets, says Huang Changchao, president of the Yiwu Cultural Products Industry Association.

\n

Thanks to ongoing advancements in AR technology, scanning the cover of a notebook can trigger an English explanation of the animations from the four great classical novels in Chinese literature, Huang says.

\n

"The 'China-chic' cultural products have performed well in overseas markets. Small stationery items can serve as a big window to showcase Chinese culture," Huang adds.

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Two young children choose their new semester stationery. It's trendy to get stationery with the blend of traditional Chinese elements and modern designs.

\n

HANGZHOU — As the back-to-school season kicks off, the streets of East China's Zhejiang province have come alive with shops brimming with colorful stationery.

\n

Their vibrant hues and intricate designs catch the eye of passersby, reflecting the growing "China-chic" stationery trend that has been grabbing attention around the world.

\n

This unique blend of traditional Chinese elements and modern designs has not only captured the hearts of domestic consumers but has also become a new favorite among international buyers.

\n

For Zhejiang Yizheng Cultural Supplies Co, an enterprise that integrates the production, sales, and research and development of stationery, the excitement is palpable.

\n

"In recent years, as Chinese cultural IPs have gained more international attention, we began trying our hand at exporting our own brands last year," says Zhang Ying, the company's director of human resources and administration. "Our design team has also grown from just four or five people to over 20."

\n

The company holds official licenses for several popular IPs, such as Sanrio, Ultraman, and Transformers, and has also independently developed a range of stationery IPs like Carrot, Akun Bear, and Unicorn.

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These products have found their way into more than 20 countries and regions, including European countries, the United States, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Southeast Asian countries. From January to July this year, the company achieved an export turnover of over 30 million yuan ($4.2 million), up 50 percent year-on-year, with about 40 percent of that coming from its own brands, according to Zhang.

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This remarkable growth is not an isolated case. Zhejiang's Yiwu, a city often dubbed "the world's supermarket" for its expertise in consumer goods manufacturing, exported stationery products worth 410 million yuan from January to July, up 12.3 percent year-on-year.

\n

Data from Zhejiang Customs showed that during this period, the province exported stationery products, such as ballpoint pens, pencils, and erasers worth 10.54 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.9 percent.

\n

Home to more than 3,000 stationery and cultural creativity enterprises, Yiwu has embraced an innovative model that connects source factories directly with buyers during product ordering meetings.

\n

Recently, 65 stationery and cultural creativity enterprises from Yiwu held a product ordering meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, showcasing over 10,000 stationery items that drew more than 200 Thai wholesalers.

\n

At the meeting, Zhang Liangjie, a purchasing agent, dispatched six specialists to conduct a thorough search for high-quality source factories. Within just two hours, they had added more than 20 exhibitors on WeChat. Her company operates more than 70 chain stores in Thailand.

\n

Giant panda-themed stationery developed by Chinese companies is very popular overseas. Some companies have developed stationery products based on the ancient Chinese myth, The Classic of Mountains and Seas, to gradually enter the European and American markets, says Huang Changchao, president of the Yiwu Cultural Products Industry Association.

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Thanks to ongoing advancements in AR technology, scanning the cover of a notebook can trigger an English explanation of the animations from the four great classical novels in Chinese literature, Huang says.

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"The 'China-chic' cultural products have performed well in overseas markets. Small stationery items can serve as a big window to showcase Chinese culture," Huang adds.

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The Xiexin Dance Theatre will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a music and dance performance, In Satie/The Rite of Spring, at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Oct 1.

\n

Scenes from the dance productions From IN (left and right) and In Satie/The Rite of Spring (middle).

\n

From IN will be staged with two special shows at the NCPA on Oct 2 and 3.

\n

As dancer-choreographer Xie Xin walks through the doors of her newly reopened dance studio Xiexin Dance Theatre in Shanghai, the quiet hum of the space seems to echo her thoughts. Sunlight filters through tall windows, washing over 2,000 square meters of freshly painted space.

\n

Her eyes flicker over the new rehearsal rooms, the clean wooden floors gleaming in the sunlight. Every corner of the studio carries her mark, conceived as a sanctuary of creativity, and every detail reflects her vision — a place where her dancers can explore, push boundaries, and give their best performances.

\n

She pauses and points at a door, as if reconnecting with the past while embracing the future. It is the door salvaged from her original studio, which was gutted in a fire last year. Yet here, in this new space, she and her dance theater find rebirth.

\n

The fire left her with scars not only on her theatrical space but also on her spirit. Yet, instead of letting the tragedy close a chapter, Xie chose to transform it into fuel for her art. Out of the ashes came her new creation, In Satie/The Rite of Spring. As she says, the challenge only deepens her connection to the work she does.

\n

This year marks a monumental milestone for Xiexin Dance Theatre as the company celebrates its 10th anniversary.

\n

On Oct 1, In Satie/The Rite of Spring will be staged at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, as part of the 2025 NCPA Dance Festival, which brings together international star dancers from the world of ballet and modern dance.

\n

In the first half of the production, French composer Erik Satie's Gnossiennes and Gymnopedies, composed over a century ago, have been rearranged by musician Fu Yifei. The second half sees Fu offering a reimagined interpretation of Igor Stravinsky's iconic The Rite of Spring. She reimagines it with a contemporary sensibility, blending piano and percussion in a bold reinterpretation. Twelve dancers move with the music, not as accompaniment but as equal partners, their bodies translating the layered sounds into shifting landscapes of emotion.

\n

"Dance is an extension of music. The dancers make the music come alive visually," said Fu, also one of the percussionists, in an earlier interview. As the performance moves on, the dancers pour their energy into every movement, translating the musicians' intense rhythms and melodies into physical expression. Fu sees the collaboration as a merging of two art forms into one expression. "The dancers give everything they have on stage. It's as if the energy of the musicians transforms into their bodies. We are one."

\n

When In Satie/The Rite of Spring premiered earlier this year in Shanghai, Xie was moved by the audience's response. "Many people saw directly into my heart," she says. "Those words gave me new strength, and I could feel the audience breathing with me."

\n

The second half, particularly, becomes a reflection of the resilience of the human spirit.

\n

"Sometimes, life requires you to understand that only through adversity can you truly face the inner strength within," Xie says. The piece takes on new meaning after the fire, where the layers of loss peel away, revealing moments of light.

\n

"The fire is like a gift that destiny handed me when I turned 40: a chance to let go of things, a chance to experience beauty in a broken sense. You come face-to-face with the changes in your inner world and learn to place every step honestly into the work," she adds.

\n

The 10th anniversary celebration will also see another significant dance work, with two reunion performances that encapsulate the spirit, growth and evolution of a decade-long journey in Xie's world of contemporary dance.

\n

The performances on Oct 2 and 3 will bring together dancers from various stages of the company's history in a powerful celebration of art, life and shared experience. It is not simply a rerun of a past creation but rather a special "reunion" of past and present dancers, whose individual journeys have helped shape the company's identity, according to Xie.

\n

Founded by Xie, the company has become a hallmark of innovative dance theater over the past decade.

\n

At the heart of these reunion performances is From IN, the 2015 work that first crystallized Xie's vision and quickly became the company's signature. In the decade since its premiere, From IN has toured more than 20 countries, has been performed over 100 times, and become both a symbol of the company's success and a mirror of its transformation.

\n

"The piece has grown with us," Xie says. "Every dancer who has performed it has reshaped it. It's alive, constantly evolving, reflecting who we are at every stage."

\n

This 10th anniversary performance brings back dancers who left the theater and have since moved on, alongside those currently in the company. Their reunion is a powerful reminder of the artistic bonds they've formed over the years. Former dancers return with their own life experiences, adding new layers to the work, while current dancers breathe fresh energy and perspectives into the piece, she notes.

\n

Xie's own journey began in Ji'an, Jiangxi province, where she was born in 1985. Taught traditional Chinese dance by her mother, she initially resisted a dancer's path, but was later drawn to the expressive power of movement. In 2004, she graduated as a contemporary dancer from the Guangdong Dance School and worked with contemporary dance theaters that include the Guangdong Modern Dance Company, the Jin Xing Dance Theatre and Beijing Dance/LDTX. In 2014, she founded her own theater, Xiexin Dance Theatre. As a choreographer, Xie has won a number of awards, including the Golden Award of the Premio Roma Danza 2015 in Italy, and the gold award at the Seoul International Dance Competition in 2016 in South Korea.

\n

Since its inception, Xiexin Dance Theatre has been known for its bold exploration of movement, emotion and cultural dialogue. The company has developed a unique style that fuses the abstract language of contemporary dance with the rich emotional resonance of Chinese narratives. Over the years, the company has gained recognition both in China and abroad, performing at prestigious festivals and collaborating with renowned artists and institutions.

\n

As Xie looks to the future, she remains dedicated to pushing boundaries. With the new dance studio, she also aims at inviting international choreographers to work with Chinese dancers, as well as offering dance training to young people.

\n

"We've only just begun to discover our full potential," she says. "Each piece is a challenge, a chance to push deeper, to grow stronger, to move further."

\n

Contact the writer at chennan@chinadaily.com.cn

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The Xiexin Dance Theatre will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a music and dance performance, In Satie/The Rite of Spring, at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Oct 1.

\n

Scenes from the dance productions From IN (left and right) and In Satie/The Rite of Spring (middle).

\n

From IN will be staged with two special shows at the NCPA on Oct 2 and 3.

\n

As dancer-choreographer Xie Xin walks through the doors of her newly reopened dance studio Xiexin Dance Theatre in Shanghai, the quiet hum of the space seems to echo her thoughts. Sunlight filters through tall windows, washing over 2,000 square meters of freshly painted space.

\n

Her eyes flicker over the new rehearsal rooms, the clean wooden floors gleaming in the sunlight. Every corner of the studio carries her mark, conceived as a sanctuary of creativity, and every detail reflects her vision — a place where her dancers can explore, push boundaries, and give their best performances.

\n

She pauses and points at a door, as if reconnecting with the past while embracing the future. It is the door salvaged from her original studio, which was gutted in a fire last year. Yet here, in this new space, she and her dance theater find rebirth.

\n

The fire left her with scars not only on her theatrical space but also on her spirit. Yet, instead of letting the tragedy close a chapter, Xie chose to transform it into fuel for her art. Out of the ashes came her new creation, In Satie/The Rite of Spring. As she says, the challenge only deepens her connection to the work she does.

\n

This year marks a monumental milestone for Xiexin Dance Theatre as the company celebrates its 10th anniversary.

\n

On Oct 1, In Satie/The Rite of Spring will be staged at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, as part of the 2025 NCPA Dance Festival, which brings together international star dancers from the world of ballet and modern dance.

\n

In the first half of the production, French composer Erik Satie's Gnossiennes and Gymnopedies, composed over a century ago, have been rearranged by musician Fu Yifei. The second half sees Fu offering a reimagined interpretation of Igor Stravinsky's iconic The Rite of Spring. She reimagines it with a contemporary sensibility, blending piano and percussion in a bold reinterpretation. Twelve dancers move with the music, not as accompaniment but as equal partners, their bodies translating the layered sounds into shifting landscapes of emotion.

\n

"Dance is an extension of music. The dancers make the music come alive visually," said Fu, also one of the percussionists, in an earlier interview. As the performance moves on, the dancers pour their energy into every movement, translating the musicians' intense rhythms and melodies into physical expression. Fu sees the collaboration as a merging of two art forms into one expression. "The dancers give everything they have on stage. It's as if the energy of the musicians transforms into their bodies. We are one."

\n

When In Satie/The Rite of Spring premiered earlier this year in Shanghai, Xie was moved by the audience's response. "Many people saw directly into my heart," she says. "Those words gave me new strength, and I could feel the audience breathing with me."

\n

The second half, particularly, becomes a reflection of the resilience of the human spirit.

\n

"Sometimes, life requires you to understand that only through adversity can you truly face the inner strength within," Xie says. The piece takes on new meaning after the fire, where the layers of loss peel away, revealing moments of light.

\n

"The fire is like a gift that destiny handed me when I turned 40: a chance to let go of things, a chance to experience beauty in a broken sense. You come face-to-face with the changes in your inner world and learn to place every step honestly into the work," she adds.

\n

The 10th anniversary celebration will also see another significant dance work, with two reunion performances that encapsulate the spirit, growth and evolution of a decade-long journey in Xie's world of contemporary dance.

\n

The performances on Oct 2 and 3 will bring together dancers from various stages of the company's history in a powerful celebration of art, life and shared experience. It is not simply a rerun of a past creation but rather a special "reunion" of past and present dancers, whose individual journeys have helped shape the company's identity, according to Xie.

\n

Founded by Xie, the company has become a hallmark of innovative dance theater over the past decade.

\n

At the heart of these reunion performances is From IN, the 2015 work that first crystallized Xie's vision and quickly became the company's signature. In the decade since its premiere, From IN has toured more than 20 countries, has been performed over 100 times, and become both a symbol of the company's success and a mirror of its transformation.

\n

"The piece has grown with us," Xie says. "Every dancer who has performed it has reshaped it. It's alive, constantly evolving, reflecting who we are at every stage."

\n

This 10th anniversary performance brings back dancers who left the theater and have since moved on, alongside those currently in the company. Their reunion is a powerful reminder of the artistic bonds they've formed over the years. Former dancers return with their own life experiences, adding new layers to the work, while current dancers breathe fresh energy and perspectives into the piece, she notes.

\n

Xie's own journey began in Ji'an, Jiangxi province, where she was born in 1985. Taught traditional Chinese dance by her mother, she initially resisted a dancer's path, but was later drawn to the expressive power of movement. In 2004, she graduated as a contemporary dancer from the Guangdong Dance School and worked with contemporary dance theaters that include the Guangdong Modern Dance Company, the Jin Xing Dance Theatre and Beijing Dance/LDTX. In 2014, she founded her own theater, Xiexin Dance Theatre. As a choreographer, Xie has won a number of awards, including the Golden Award of the Premio Roma Danza 2015 in Italy, and the gold award at the Seoul International Dance Competition in 2016 in South Korea.

\n

Since its inception, Xiexin Dance Theatre has been known for its bold exploration of movement, emotion and cultural dialogue. The company has developed a unique style that fuses the abstract language of contemporary dance with the rich emotional resonance of Chinese narratives. Over the years, the company has gained recognition both in China and abroad, performing at prestigious festivals and collaborating with renowned artists and institutions.

\n

As Xie looks to the future, she remains dedicated to pushing boundaries. With the new dance studio, she also aims at inviting international choreographers to work with Chinese dancers, as well as offering dance training to young people.

\n

"We've only just begun to discover our full potential," she says. "Each piece is a challenge, a chance to push deeper, to grow stronger, to move further."

\n

Contact the writer at chennan@chinadaily.com.cn

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Kuang-Yu Fong (left) and Stephen Kaplin pose for a photo at Chinese Theatre Works in New York.

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NEW YORK — A sunlit loft in Long Island City houses a miniature world stitched together by time. Hand-carved puppets, silk costumes and calligraphy brushes sit beside projectors, laptops and stage lights.

\n

This is the creative home of the Chinese Theatre Works, where centuries-old Chinese puppetry traditions are reimagined through experimental theater to connect with contemporary American audiences.

\n

Founded by Chinese opera performer Kuang-Yu Fong and American avant-garde puppeteer Stephen Kaplin, the CTW has become a rare cultural laboratory. Here, art forms rooted in China's rich intangible cultural heritage not only survive — they evolve, speaking in new voices across new stages to new generations.

\n

"Puppetry is very playful," says Charlie Santos, 29, a newcomer to Chinese puppetry who grew up with Western community theater. "It brings me back to being a kid, playing with toys, animating them in your imagination, and creating little worlds."

\n

The world Santos now builds is steeped in Chinese tradition. His journey into puppetry began online, when a glimpse of the CTW's workshop piqued his curiosity. He started out as a volunteer at their shows, gradually immersing himself in the stylized movements, rhythms and discipline of Chinese performance. The leap from spray-painted sets to shadow puppets was vast — but for Santos, that gap became a bridge.

\n

"The theater I grew up in was very much fresh and new. Anyone could come in and do something," he says. "At CTW, there is a deep respect for tradition, and that is humbling. These art forms have long histories, and honoring that legacy is essential.

\n

"There is this beautiful culture that I have been learning so much about and getting to sink my teeth into. On the other hand, I am not a part of it," he says. "In that respect, it has been a really good place for me, and has pushed me outside that comfort zone."

\n

Santos says he likes to be an "outsider".

\n

"Traditions need voices that are not bound by regulation or convention. I think there is value in contributing a different perspective, as long as it's rooted in respect," he says.

\n

While Santos represents new energy and a break with tradition, Chen Xiuyuan, a graduate student at New York University Tisch School of the Arts, stands for a young generation willing to promote their cultural heritage.

\n

"There are fewer and fewer young people who devote themselves to this traditional art form with nothing but passion, like people who perform, promote and preserve it with their own hands for decades," he says.

\n

Chen did not step directly onto the stage — he stepped into the past, digitizing decades-old archival footage and piecing together fragments of history.

\n

"Since 1995, they have recorded an extraordinary collection of material on tape — rich in content, varied in style," he recalls. "The formats were outdated, the equipment unreliable. But the stories they held — those were priceless."

\n

"This is the new energy Chinese art needs," says Fong, executive director and cofounder of the CTW. "We need someone who is not held back by tradition. What we are doing is a mix — we keep the traditional but blend it with contemporary styles."

\n

That spirit of experimentation has also shaped Fong's own journey.

\n

"Over time, I began to understand the many layers of 'role-playing' in artistic work," she says. "I am a producer, a stage director and an educator. I've transitioned from being an artist to becoming an organizer."

\n

For Fong, who trained in classical Chinese opera, promoting Chinese theater in America is not about a single performance — it is about cultivating a lasting cultural presence through thoughtful evolution. Her team consistently seeks out emerging voices like Santos and Chen, who navigate both Chinese and Western sensibilities.

\n

This evolution also means experimentation. Traditional shadow puppetry is reimagined through projections and live silhouettes. Scripts draw on Chinese myths, while dialogue often unfolds in English. In the Legend of the White Snake, ancient folklore merges with modern multimedia to create a visual language that transcends cultures.

\n

"This is exactly the direction we are exploring: using Western technical vocabularies to reinterpret Chinese tradition, and crafting a new kind of contemporary performance," she says.

\n

"We want to emphasize what I call a 'serious playfulness' in our theater work. In English, 'play' means both performance and game," she adds. "We take our work seriously — but we also believe art should be fun, organic and alive."

\n

For Kaplin, the CTW's cofounder, this blend of old and new is not only artistic, but also personal. Trained in American experimental theater, he once saw Chinese traditional arts as "from another planet". But after meeting Fong, that distance became the basis for collaboration — and marriage.

\n

"They are very different," he says. "But you find ways to bridge them."

\n

Kaplin fell in love with puppetry for its fusion of writing, design and performance, viewing it as a serious artistic medium capable of deconstructing traditional theater. His mission to reframe puppetry got fresh impetus when he and Fong began collaborating.

\n

Kaplin says that his collaboration with Fong is fun, as Chinese traditional theater performers usually follow strict movements to make the art look professional and authentic, while Western artists are more casual.

\n

The couple began merging puppetry with Chinese culture, using comedy to tell stories of immigration, shadow puppetry to express contemporary struggles, and a handmade toy theater to explore everyday life.

\n

"We started doing the Monkey King (the character from the Chinese novel Journey to the West) in New York," he says.

\n

It was not a mere adaptation, but a cultural reinterpretation. Instead of simply replicating Chinese art, their goal was to reinterpret it in ways that resonate with Western audiences.

\n

While traditional Chinese art values inheritance, American avant-garde theater emphasizes experimentation. Kaplin says it is still important to ensure authenticity and maintain elements from the original art.

\n

For Kaplin and Fong, preserving tradition is not about resisting change — it is about guiding it, and resurrecting old art forms through experimentation, collaboration and cross-cultural imagination.

\n

"Don't throw out the past. Yes, there's all this incredible technology here, but it has its limits. … Think about Chinese culture, how long it's been around. We should make good use of it," he says.

\n

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Kuang-Yu Fong (left) and Stephen Kaplin pose for a photo at Chinese Theatre Works in New York.

\n

NEW YORK — A sunlit loft in Long Island City houses a miniature world stitched together by time. Hand-carved puppets, silk costumes and calligraphy brushes sit beside projectors, laptops and stage lights.

\n

This is the creative home of the Chinese Theatre Works, where centuries-old Chinese puppetry traditions are reimagined through experimental theater to connect with contemporary American audiences.

\n

Founded by Chinese opera performer Kuang-Yu Fong and American avant-garde puppeteer Stephen Kaplin, the CTW has become a rare cultural laboratory. Here, art forms rooted in China's rich intangible cultural heritage not only survive — they evolve, speaking in new voices across new stages to new generations.

\n

"Puppetry is very playful," says Charlie Santos, 29, a newcomer to Chinese puppetry who grew up with Western community theater. "It brings me back to being a kid, playing with toys, animating them in your imagination, and creating little worlds."

\n

The world Santos now builds is steeped in Chinese tradition. His journey into puppetry began online, when a glimpse of the CTW's workshop piqued his curiosity. He started out as a volunteer at their shows, gradually immersing himself in the stylized movements, rhythms and discipline of Chinese performance. The leap from spray-painted sets to shadow puppets was vast — but for Santos, that gap became a bridge.

\n

"The theater I grew up in was very much fresh and new. Anyone could come in and do something," he says. "At CTW, there is a deep respect for tradition, and that is humbling. These art forms have long histories, and honoring that legacy is essential.

\n

"There is this beautiful culture that I have been learning so much about and getting to sink my teeth into. On the other hand, I am not a part of it," he says. "In that respect, it has been a really good place for me, and has pushed me outside that comfort zone."

\n

Santos says he likes to be an "outsider".

\n

"Traditions need voices that are not bound by regulation or convention. I think there is value in contributing a different perspective, as long as it's rooted in respect," he says.

\n

While Santos represents new energy and a break with tradition, Chen Xiuyuan, a graduate student at New York University Tisch School of the Arts, stands for a young generation willing to promote their cultural heritage.

\n

"There are fewer and fewer young people who devote themselves to this traditional art form with nothing but passion, like people who perform, promote and preserve it with their own hands for decades," he says.

\n

Chen did not step directly onto the stage — he stepped into the past, digitizing decades-old archival footage and piecing together fragments of history.

\n

"Since 1995, they have recorded an extraordinary collection of material on tape — rich in content, varied in style," he recalls. "The formats were outdated, the equipment unreliable. But the stories they held — those were priceless."

\n

"This is the new energy Chinese art needs," says Fong, executive director and cofounder of the CTW. "We need someone who is not held back by tradition. What we are doing is a mix — we keep the traditional but blend it with contemporary styles."

\n

That spirit of experimentation has also shaped Fong's own journey.

\n

"Over time, I began to understand the many layers of 'role-playing' in artistic work," she says. "I am a producer, a stage director and an educator. I've transitioned from being an artist to becoming an organizer."

\n

For Fong, who trained in classical Chinese opera, promoting Chinese theater in America is not about a single performance — it is about cultivating a lasting cultural presence through thoughtful evolution. Her team consistently seeks out emerging voices like Santos and Chen, who navigate both Chinese and Western sensibilities.

\n

This evolution also means experimentation. Traditional shadow puppetry is reimagined through projections and live silhouettes. Scripts draw on Chinese myths, while dialogue often unfolds in English. In the Legend of the White Snake, ancient folklore merges with modern multimedia to create a visual language that transcends cultures.

\n

"This is exactly the direction we are exploring: using Western technical vocabularies to reinterpret Chinese tradition, and crafting a new kind of contemporary performance," she says.

\n

"We want to emphasize what I call a 'serious playfulness' in our theater work. In English, 'play' means both performance and game," she adds. "We take our work seriously — but we also believe art should be fun, organic and alive."

\n

For Kaplin, the CTW's cofounder, this blend of old and new is not only artistic, but also personal. Trained in American experimental theater, he once saw Chinese traditional arts as "from another planet". But after meeting Fong, that distance became the basis for collaboration — and marriage.

\n

"They are very different," he says. "But you find ways to bridge them."

\n

Kaplin fell in love with puppetry for its fusion of writing, design and performance, viewing it as a serious artistic medium capable of deconstructing traditional theater. His mission to reframe puppetry got fresh impetus when he and Fong began collaborating.

\n

Kaplin says that his collaboration with Fong is fun, as Chinese traditional theater performers usually follow strict movements to make the art look professional and authentic, while Western artists are more casual.

\n

The couple began merging puppetry with Chinese culture, using comedy to tell stories of immigration, shadow puppetry to express contemporary struggles, and a handmade toy theater to explore everyday life.

\n

"We started doing the Monkey King (the character from the Chinese novel Journey to the West) in New York," he says.

\n

It was not a mere adaptation, but a cultural reinterpretation. Instead of simply replicating Chinese art, their goal was to reinterpret it in ways that resonate with Western audiences.

\n

While traditional Chinese art values inheritance, American avant-garde theater emphasizes experimentation. Kaplin says it is still important to ensure authenticity and maintain elements from the original art.

\n

For Kaplin and Fong, preserving tradition is not about resisting change — it is about guiding it, and resurrecting old art forms through experimentation, collaboration and cross-cultural imagination.

\n

"Don't throw out the past. Yes, there's all this incredible technology here, but it has its limits. … Think about Chinese culture, how long it's been around. We should make good use of it," he says.

\n

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Arsenal defender Martin Zubimendi celebrates scoring his team's first goal during an English Premier League match against Nottingham Forest at the Emirates Stadium in London on Saturday.

\n

LONDON — Arsenal ensured former Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou endured a miserable return to English soccer with a 3-0 victory over his new club Nottingham Forest on Saturday, while a late Brentford goal denied Chelsea top spot in the table.

\n

Newcastle United's new signing Nick Woltemade enjoyed a dream debut, scoring in the Magpies' first victory of the season, a 1-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, while Bournemouth continued its strong start with a 2-1 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion and Postecoglou's former club, Spurs, cruised to a 3-0 win over West Ham United.

\n

Fulham recorded its first win of the season by beating Leeds United 1-0 thanks to a late own goal, while Crystal Palace was held to a 0-0 draw by Sunderland and neither Everton nor Aston Villa could find the back of the net, playing out a scoreless draw.

\n

For the first time in its history, Villa has failed to score in its opening four league games of a season.

\n

Arsenal, however, dominated at the Emirates, as Martin Zubimendi's double and Viktor Gyokeres' tap-in gave Mikel Arteta's men a comfortable home victory, condemning Postecoglou to defeat in his first game as Forest boss.

\n

Spain midfielder Zubimendi struck a stunning volley in the 32nd minute, and then Arsenal doubled its lead within a minute of the restart when Eberechi Eze, making his Gunners debut, laid it on a plate for Gyokeres to score his third of the season.

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The game was petering out when Zubimendi put it to bed in the 79th minute with a simple header from Leandro Trossard's cross.

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"(Zubimendi) has given us a lot of positive things: his presence, his authority on the pitch, the way he connects with the players and that composure that he has," Arteta said. "If he starts to add assists and goals like this, then it's another dimension of a player."

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Arsenal's victory provisionally moved it to the top of the table ahead of title holder Liverpool which was set to face Burnley on Sunday.

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Chelsea looked poised to leapfrog Arsenal to the top of the table after Cole Palmer scored an equalizer in his return from a groin injury, canceling out Kevin Schade's first-half goal, and Moises Caicedo celebrated what he thought was the winner in the 85th minute.

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But, Fabio Carvalho poked home a late equalizer from six yards out in the 93rd minute after Schade's long throw-in.

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"Delighted with the approach of the group, the character we constantly show," Brentford boss Keith Andrews told the BBC.

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"The equalizer came very late, but it's what I felt we deserved from the game in terms of the application and the quality the players showed for large parts."

\n

Newcastle's new club record signing Woltemade stole the show in Tyneside in its first game since the departure of former hero Alexander Isak to Liverpool, scoring in the 29th minute when he arrived at the back post to send a header past Wolves keeper Sam Johnstone.

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"The fact we haven't won a game puts more pressure on you in the latter stages," Newcastle boss Eddie Howe told the BBC. "The win was all that mattered, but we'd love to win in a better style and score more goals.

\n

"It was great to see Nick score on his debut. Very strong, I was very pleased with him."

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Tottenham left West Ham languishing in the bottom three, with the Hammers suffering another blow, as midfielder Tomas Soucek was sent off for a dangerous tackle.

\n

Pape Matar Sarr, Lucas Bergvall and Micky van de Ven all scored second-half goals in Spurs' first game since executive chairman Daniel Levy's exit from Tottenham.

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"So happy that the goal came in the second half, because you never know, the momentum can change after halftime, but we kept going and scored a good goal after, and then 3-0, done," Spurs boss Thomas Frank said.

\n

"So a very good clear win, a good performance, and I think we all know the derby and the importance of the game for the fans."

\n

At Bournemouth, Alex Scott opened the scoring with a brilliant strike from outside the box in the 18th minute.

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Brighton drew level in the 48th on a goal from Kaoru Mitoma, but Antoine Semenyo sealed the victory for Bournemouth, making it a third win on the bounce, with a penalty in the 61st for a foul on Evanilson.

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"The mood in the camp is perfect. We can't ask for any more, we just have to keep going," Semenyo told the BBC.

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Fulham appeared headed for another draw when Gabriel Gudmundsson scored a horror own goal from a corner kick in the 94th minute, stooping to head the ball in with great force.

\n

"An own goal in the last minute of the game, so we have to feel a bit fortunate," Fulham boss Marco Silva said. "It was important for us to keep a clean sheet, because we need to create this habit, and it allowed us to go on and try to win the game."

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Arsenal defender Martin Zubimendi celebrates scoring his team's first goal during an English Premier League match against Nottingham Forest at the Emirates Stadium in London on Saturday.

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LONDON — Arsenal ensured former Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou endured a miserable return to English soccer with a 3-0 victory over his new club Nottingham Forest on Saturday, while a late Brentford goal denied Chelsea top spot in the table.

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Newcastle United's new signing Nick Woltemade enjoyed a dream debut, scoring in the Magpies' first victory of the season, a 1-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, while Bournemouth continued its strong start with a 2-1 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion and Postecoglou's former club, Spurs, cruised to a 3-0 win over West Ham United.

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Fulham recorded its first win of the season by beating Leeds United 1-0 thanks to a late own goal, while Crystal Palace was held to a 0-0 draw by Sunderland and neither Everton nor Aston Villa could find the back of the net, playing out a scoreless draw.

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For the first time in its history, Villa has failed to score in its opening four league games of a season.

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Arsenal, however, dominated at the Emirates, as Martin Zubimendi's double and Viktor Gyokeres' tap-in gave Mikel Arteta's men a comfortable home victory, condemning Postecoglou to defeat in his first game as Forest boss.

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Spain midfielder Zubimendi struck a stunning volley in the 32nd minute, and then Arsenal doubled its lead within a minute of the restart when Eberechi Eze, making his Gunners debut, laid it on a plate for Gyokeres to score his third of the season.

\n

The game was petering out when Zubimendi put it to bed in the 79th minute with a simple header from Leandro Trossard's cross.

\n

"(Zubimendi) has given us a lot of positive things: his presence, his authority on the pitch, the way he connects with the players and that composure that he has," Arteta said. "If he starts to add assists and goals like this, then it's another dimension of a player."

\n

Arsenal's victory provisionally moved it to the top of the table ahead of title holder Liverpool which was set to face Burnley on Sunday.

\n

Chelsea looked poised to leapfrog Arsenal to the top of the table after Cole Palmer scored an equalizer in his return from a groin injury, canceling out Kevin Schade's first-half goal, and Moises Caicedo celebrated what he thought was the winner in the 85th minute.

\n

But, Fabio Carvalho poked home a late equalizer from six yards out in the 93rd minute after Schade's long throw-in.

\n

"Delighted with the approach of the group, the character we constantly show," Brentford boss Keith Andrews told the BBC.

\n

"The equalizer came very late, but it's what I felt we deserved from the game in terms of the application and the quality the players showed for large parts."

\n

Newcastle's new club record signing Woltemade stole the show in Tyneside in its first game since the departure of former hero Alexander Isak to Liverpool, scoring in the 29th minute when he arrived at the back post to send a header past Wolves keeper Sam Johnstone.

\n

"The fact we haven't won a game puts more pressure on you in the latter stages," Newcastle boss Eddie Howe told the BBC. "The win was all that mattered, but we'd love to win in a better style and score more goals.

\n

"It was great to see Nick score on his debut. Very strong, I was very pleased with him."

\n

Tottenham left West Ham languishing in the bottom three, with the Hammers suffering another blow, as midfielder Tomas Soucek was sent off for a dangerous tackle.

\n

Pape Matar Sarr, Lucas Bergvall and Micky van de Ven all scored second-half goals in Spurs' first game since executive chairman Daniel Levy's exit from Tottenham.

\n

"So happy that the goal came in the second half, because you never know, the momentum can change after halftime, but we kept going and scored a good goal after, and then 3-0, done," Spurs boss Thomas Frank said.

\n

"So a very good clear win, a good performance, and I think we all know the derby and the importance of the game for the fans."

\n

At Bournemouth, Alex Scott opened the scoring with a brilliant strike from outside the box in the 18th minute.

\n

Brighton drew level in the 48th on a goal from Kaoru Mitoma, but Antoine Semenyo sealed the victory for Bournemouth, making it a third win on the bounce, with a penalty in the 61st for a foul on Evanilson.

\n

"The mood in the camp is perfect. We can't ask for any more, we just have to keep going," Semenyo told the BBC.

\n

Fulham appeared headed for another draw when Gabriel Gudmundsson scored a horror own goal from a corner kick in the 94th minute, stooping to head the ball in with great force.

\n

"An own goal in the last minute of the game, so we have to feel a bit fortunate," Fulham boss Marco Silva said. "It was important for us to keep a clean sheet, because we need to create this habit, and it allowed us to go on and try to win the game."

\n

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Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates scoring his side's first goal with teammate Arda Guler during a Spanish La Liga match against Real Sociedad on Saturday.

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BARCELONA — Kylian Mbappe was at his brilliant best as Real Madrid showed grit to claim a 2-1 win at Real Sociedad in La Liga on Saturday, despite playing for an hour with 10 men after Dean Huijsen's red card.

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First-half goals from Mbappe and Arda Guler were enough for Los Blancos to maintain their 100 percent record, with Mikel Oyarzabal pulling one back for the host from the penalty spot.

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Xabi Alonso's side tops the table on 12 points from four games, three ahead of second-placed Athletic Bilbao after it fell to a 1-0 defeat to Alaves, tarnishing its own perfect start.

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Atletico Madrid earned its first win of the season with a 2-0 victory over fourth-place Villarreal, while champion Barcelona was set to host Valencia on Sunday.

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Madrid defender Huijsen was dismissed for pulling down Oyarzabal as he ran through on goal with Madrid leading 1-0 through Mbappe's opener. The Frenchman set up Guler for Madrid's second.

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"The red card changed the game a bit, but we weren't afraid, we scored the second. We suffered as a team, but we go home with the three points," Mbappe told Real Madrid TV.

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"The start to the season has been very good, and mine too, but the season is nine months, 11 with a World Cup, so I have to play well for a lot more time (to come)."

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Madrid lined up with Dani Carvajal at right-back, leaving Trent Alexander-Arnold on the bench, while Fede Valverde was rested in favor of Dani Ceballos.

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Mbappe broke the deadlock after 12 minutes, when he sprinted onto a loose back-pass, beating two defenders for pace before producing a clinical finish for his fourth league goal of the season.

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Madrid's task grew harder when Spanish centerback Huijsen, signed from Bournemouth this summer, was dismissed.

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"For me, it was a yellow card, (Eder Militao) was close and the ball was not under control, and seeing the replay didn't change my mind," Alonso said.

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"I'm even more sure that it wasn't worth a straight red. I asked about it, (the referee) explained it, and it didn't convince me.

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"But, I'm proud that my players kept fighting and came out with a win, we had good chances to score more goals and held on well at the back.

\n

"It was very positive to see the collective effort and team spirit they showed on the pitch today."

\n

Despite its numerical disadvantage, Guler doubled Madrid's lead before the break with a neat finish, after a superb run from Mbappe, who teed him up after floating inside from the left.

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The host improved in the second half and won a penalty after a Carvajal handball, which Oyarzabal dispatched, but Real could not find a way back.

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Sole leader

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Madrid's victory ensures it will be sole leader, as Ernesto Valverde's Athletic stumbled in a Basque derby.

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Alejandro Berenguer's own goal, deflecting Denis Suarez's cross into his own net, split the teams at Estadio de San Mames, as host Athletic dominated, but could not avoid defeat to Alaves.

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Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid has suffered two defeats and a draw in its opening fixtures, but produced a far more impressive display to triumph at Metropolitano Stadium against Villarreal with goals from Pablo Barrios and debutant Nico Gonzalez.

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The Rojiblancos were forced to bring off Julian Alvarez, Robin Le Normand and David Hancko with knocks, a worry ahead of their Champions League opener at Liverpool on Wednesday.

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"Our fans supported us today when we needed it most," Atletico skipper Koke told Movistar.

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"Hopefully the (hurt) players rest well, we have a very important game against Liverpool."

\n

Simeone said he was pleased with his team's performance, and was hoping to find out more about the injured players on Sunday.

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"It's a shame we didn't have the calm we needed (to score more), but I'm very happy with the team," said Simeone.

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"I haven't spoken to the doctor about the players who went off hurt, but in general it's discomfort, knocks — tomorrow we'll know more."

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Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates scoring his side's first goal with teammate Arda Guler during a Spanish La Liga match against Real Sociedad on Saturday.

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BARCELONA — Kylian Mbappe was at his brilliant best as Real Madrid showed grit to claim a 2-1 win at Real Sociedad in La Liga on Saturday, despite playing for an hour with 10 men after Dean Huijsen's red card.

\n

First-half goals from Mbappe and Arda Guler were enough for Los Blancos to maintain their 100 percent record, with Mikel Oyarzabal pulling one back for the host from the penalty spot.

\n

Xabi Alonso's side tops the table on 12 points from four games, three ahead of second-placed Athletic Bilbao after it fell to a 1-0 defeat to Alaves, tarnishing its own perfect start.

\n

Atletico Madrid earned its first win of the season with a 2-0 victory over fourth-place Villarreal, while champion Barcelona was set to host Valencia on Sunday.

\n

Madrid defender Huijsen was dismissed for pulling down Oyarzabal as he ran through on goal with Madrid leading 1-0 through Mbappe's opener. The Frenchman set up Guler for Madrid's second.

\n

"The red card changed the game a bit, but we weren't afraid, we scored the second. We suffered as a team, but we go home with the three points," Mbappe told Real Madrid TV.

\n

"The start to the season has been very good, and mine too, but the season is nine months, 11 with a World Cup, so I have to play well for a lot more time (to come)."

\n

Madrid lined up with Dani Carvajal at right-back, leaving Trent Alexander-Arnold on the bench, while Fede Valverde was rested in favor of Dani Ceballos.

\n

Mbappe broke the deadlock after 12 minutes, when he sprinted onto a loose back-pass, beating two defenders for pace before producing a clinical finish for his fourth league goal of the season.

\n

Madrid's task grew harder when Spanish centerback Huijsen, signed from Bournemouth this summer, was dismissed.

\n

"For me, it was a yellow card, (Eder Militao) was close and the ball was not under control, and seeing the replay didn't change my mind," Alonso said.

\n

"I'm even more sure that it wasn't worth a straight red. I asked about it, (the referee) explained it, and it didn't convince me.

\n

"But, I'm proud that my players kept fighting and came out with a win, we had good chances to score more goals and held on well at the back.

\n

"It was very positive to see the collective effort and team spirit they showed on the pitch today."

\n

Despite its numerical disadvantage, Guler doubled Madrid's lead before the break with a neat finish, after a superb run from Mbappe, who teed him up after floating inside from the left.

\n

The host improved in the second half and won a penalty after a Carvajal handball, which Oyarzabal dispatched, but Real could not find a way back.

\n

Sole leader

\n

Madrid's victory ensures it will be sole leader, as Ernesto Valverde's Athletic stumbled in a Basque derby.

\n

Alejandro Berenguer's own goal, deflecting Denis Suarez's cross into his own net, split the teams at Estadio de San Mames, as host Athletic dominated, but could not avoid defeat to Alaves.

\n

Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid has suffered two defeats and a draw in its opening fixtures, but produced a far more impressive display to triumph at Metropolitano Stadium against Villarreal with goals from Pablo Barrios and debutant Nico Gonzalez.

\n

The Rojiblancos were forced to bring off Julian Alvarez, Robin Le Normand and David Hancko with knocks, a worry ahead of their Champions League opener at Liverpool on Wednesday.

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"Our fans supported us today when we needed it most," Atletico skipper Koke told Movistar.

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"Hopefully the (hurt) players rest well, we have a very important game against Liverpool."

\n

Simeone said he was pleased with his team's performance, and was hoping to find out more about the injured players on Sunday.

\n

"It's a shame we didn't have the calm we needed (to score more), but I'm very happy with the team," said Simeone.

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"I haven't spoken to the doctor about the players who went off hurt, but in general it's discomfort, knocks — tomorrow we'll know more."

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After making his name with a late-season surge last year, China's ATP Tour rookie Buyunchaokete has learned that, to play better, he has to play less — and more aggressively — on the competitive men's circuit.

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A year ago, few even knew how to correctly pronounce his name, and now he's proudly flying the flag for Chinese men at the game's elite level as the country's highest-ranked ace this week, entering the annual "China Swing" on the professional calendar.

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Buyunchaokete, ranked No 74 in the world, has had an up-and-down campaign in his first full season competing on the ATP Tour, underlined by two inspiring quarterfinal runs and disappointing first-round exits at all four majors, with his talent, drive and lack of experience at the top level all fully exposed.

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"I think I've done a pretty good job playing my first season all at Tour-level tournaments, having accumulated almost the same amount of ranking points as I had around the same time last year, when I mainly played on the second-tier Challenger series," Buyunchaokete, known as "Little Bu" by his fans, told China Daily last week.

\n

"The intensity of matches is a lot higher, and there is more pressure and much less room for mistakes in matches at this level (compared to last year)," Bu said of the challenge of competing on the ATP Tour.

\n

"Your opponents are much better at exploiting all of your tiny little errors in matches to turn the tide, and then, once you have conceded a few key points in a row, you no longer stand a chance.

\n

"All in all, I am dealing with a tougher battle now, and I still manage to survive, doing as almost well as I did last year at the same point in the season, which means I have improved all-around."

\n

After representing his country in a Davis Cup World Group II first-round tie against Ireland over the weekend, Bu is tuning up for a critical stretch of home tournaments, beginning with the ATP 250 Hangzhou Open, where he swings off his main draw action on Wednesday.

\n

The 23-year-old, who hails from the Mongolian ethnic group in Northwest China, will then embrace a tougher test at the ATP 500 China Open from the qualifying round, before he bids for a strong finish of the home series at the ATP 1000 Rolex Shanghai Masters early next month.

\n

It was during the same period last year when Bu made his presence felt big-time on the tour by fighting into back-to-back semifinals in Hangzhou and Beijing, becoming the first Chinese man to enter the final-four at the ATP 500 China Open (Beijing) and the first to reach that stage twice in a row on the ATP Tour.

\n

So, from now on, each match counts if he is to keep up with the scintillating pace he showed last fall, as Bu looks for another strong finish to the year.

\n

"The upcoming China Swing gets everyone excited, including myself, knowing that I did a great job here last season — but it also brings pressure," said Bu, who stunned former world No 3 Stefanos Tsitsipas in the second round at Winston-Salem in North Carolina last month, on his run all the way to the quarters at the ATP 250 event.

\n

Bu's 6-3, 6-2 rout of the Greek six-time major semifinalist provided a glimpse of his prime game, dictating the play with his relentless firepower and aggressive returns to the opponent's second serves.

\n

By outplaying Mariano Navone in another straight-sets win the next round, Bu reached his second quarterfinals, following his first final-eight appearance at the same level in January in Montpellier, France.

\n

He's approaching the high-stakes home swing with confidence.

\n

"I am optimistic and I trust myself, because I've had a solid week practicing and recovering for the China Swing in Hangzhou," Bu said before flying to Dublin to join Team China for his Davis Cup duty.

\n

Ending the China Swing with or without another surprising run, Bu said he's already had a fruitful debut year on the Tour, learning how to play smart in the right way.

\n

"Reflecting on the season so far, I think I've overplayed myself during certain stretches of the season," said Bu, who's played 25 Tour-level tournaments this year, plus one on the Challenger series, more than the 16-18 events an average ATP player signs up for per season.

\n

"I had to rush from one tournament to another because I'd signed up to more events than I actually needed to play.

\n

"This hectic itinerary affected my preparations for events that really mattered," said Bu, citing his opening-round loss to 90th-ranked Frenchman Valentin Royer at the US Open, right after his deep run at Winston-Salem.

\n

Looking to the future, Bu said he's going to pick fewer tournaments in 2026, but prepare better for the ones he signs up to, and play the matches with more firepower.

\n

"I've analyzed my matches together with my new coach (Xavier Malisse), and he's made a difference already by helping me improve my service and encouraging me to play more aggressively on key points to go for the winners," Bu said of Malisse, the Belgian former world No 19.

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sunxiaochen@chinadaily.com.cn

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\n

After making his name with a late-season surge last year, China's ATP Tour rookie Buyunchaokete has learned that, to play better, he has to play less — and more aggressively — on the competitive men's circuit.

\n

A year ago, few even knew how to correctly pronounce his name, and now he's proudly flying the flag for Chinese men at the game's elite level as the country's highest-ranked ace this week, entering the annual "China Swing" on the professional calendar.

\n

Buyunchaokete, ranked No 74 in the world, has had an up-and-down campaign in his first full season competing on the ATP Tour, underlined by two inspiring quarterfinal runs and disappointing first-round exits at all four majors, with his talent, drive and lack of experience at the top level all fully exposed.

\n

"I think I've done a pretty good job playing my first season all at Tour-level tournaments, having accumulated almost the same amount of ranking points as I had around the same time last year, when I mainly played on the second-tier Challenger series," Buyunchaokete, known as "Little Bu" by his fans, told China Daily last week.

\n

"The intensity of matches is a lot higher, and there is more pressure and much less room for mistakes in matches at this level (compared to last year)," Bu said of the challenge of competing on the ATP Tour.

\n

"Your opponents are much better at exploiting all of your tiny little errors in matches to turn the tide, and then, once you have conceded a few key points in a row, you no longer stand a chance.

\n

"All in all, I am dealing with a tougher battle now, and I still manage to survive, doing as almost well as I did last year at the same point in the season, which means I have improved all-around."

\n

After representing his country in a Davis Cup World Group II first-round tie against Ireland over the weekend, Bu is tuning up for a critical stretch of home tournaments, beginning with the ATP 250 Hangzhou Open, where he swings off his main draw action on Wednesday.

\n

The 23-year-old, who hails from the Mongolian ethnic group in Northwest China, will then embrace a tougher test at the ATP 500 China Open from the qualifying round, before he bids for a strong finish of the home series at the ATP 1000 Rolex Shanghai Masters early next month.

\n

It was during the same period last year when Bu made his presence felt big-time on the tour by fighting into back-to-back semifinals in Hangzhou and Beijing, becoming the first Chinese man to enter the final-four at the ATP 500 China Open (Beijing) and the first to reach that stage twice in a row on the ATP Tour.

\n

So, from now on, each match counts if he is to keep up with the scintillating pace he showed last fall, as Bu looks for another strong finish to the year.

\n

"The upcoming China Swing gets everyone excited, including myself, knowing that I did a great job here last season — but it also brings pressure," said Bu, who stunned former world No 3 Stefanos Tsitsipas in the second round at Winston-Salem in North Carolina last month, on his run all the way to the quarters at the ATP 250 event.

\n

Bu's 6-3, 6-2 rout of the Greek six-time major semifinalist provided a glimpse of his prime game, dictating the play with his relentless firepower and aggressive returns to the opponent's second serves.

\n

By outplaying Mariano Navone in another straight-sets win the next round, Bu reached his second quarterfinals, following his first final-eight appearance at the same level in January in Montpellier, France.

\n

He's approaching the high-stakes home swing with confidence.

\n

"I am optimistic and I trust myself, because I've had a solid week practicing and recovering for the China Swing in Hangzhou," Bu said before flying to Dublin to join Team China for his Davis Cup duty.

\n

Ending the China Swing with or without another surprising run, Bu said he's already had a fruitful debut year on the Tour, learning how to play smart in the right way.

\n

"Reflecting on the season so far, I think I've overplayed myself during certain stretches of the season," said Bu, who's played 25 Tour-level tournaments this year, plus one on the Challenger series, more than the 16-18 events an average ATP player signs up for per season.

\n

"I had to rush from one tournament to another because I'd signed up to more events than I actually needed to play.

\n

"This hectic itinerary affected my preparations for events that really mattered," said Bu, citing his opening-round loss to 90th-ranked Frenchman Valentin Royer at the US Open, right after his deep run at Winston-Salem.

\n

Looking to the future, Bu said he's going to pick fewer tournaments in 2026, but prepare better for the ones he signs up to, and play the matches with more firepower.

\n

"I've analyzed my matches together with my new coach (Xavier Malisse), and he's made a difference already by helping me improve my service and encouraging me to play more aggressively on key points to go for the winners," Bu said of Malisse, the Belgian former world No 19.

\n

sunxiaochen@chinadaily.com.cn

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Terence Crawford (right) lands a punch on Canelo Alvarez during Saturday's undisputed super middleweight match in Las Vegas.

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LAS VEGAS — Terence Crawford said several times in his softly-spoken, but confident, way that he's proven doubters wrong throughout his boxing career — and he was planning to do it again.

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Few listened.

\n

Canelo Alvarez was the bigger name, the one most responsible for helping draw an announced record crowd of 70,482 on Saturday night.

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But Crawford now is the unified super middleweight champion. He became the first male boxer to capture three unified division titles when he defeated Alvarez by unanimous decision.

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Judges Tim Cheatham and Max DeLuca awarded Crawford (42-0, 31 knockouts) the match 115-113, and Steve Weisfeld marked him 116-112.

\n

The Associated Press scored the fight 118-110 in favor of the 37-year-old from Omaha, Nebraska.

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Crawford, who moved up two weight classes, went down to a knee even before the decision was announced and then wept after he was named the winner.

\n

"I know what I'm capable of," Crawford said. "It's not a surprise. It's a surprise to y'all, because you all didn't believe in me."

\n

He won before a pro-Alvarez crowd, but there were significant chants of "Crawford" in the bout's later rounds, and even Canelo backers didn't try to boo them down as they had done so earlier in the night.

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This was the first defeat for Alvarez (63-3-2, 39 KOs), the 35-year-old champion from Mexico who looked like the older boxer even going against someone his junior, since losing by unanimous decision to Dmitrii Bivol on May 7, 2022. He was the favorite at BetMGM Sportsbook.

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"We knew Crawford is a great fighter," Alvarez said.

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"I did what I was supposed to do. I trained really hard. He deserved all the credit.

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"I tried my best tonight and I couldn't figure out the style.

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"He had everything."

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This fight already was being compared to some of the greatest in Las Vegas' rich history, well before the two contestants tapped gloves.

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The setting of Allegiant Stadium itself separated this bout, because it was the first match at this venue. Never in question was the attendance record for a Las Vegas fight — 29,214 in 1982 for heavyweight champion Larry Holmes' 13th-round knockout of Gerry Cooney at Caesars Palace's specially constructed outdoor stadium — fell on the night. So did the gate gross revenue record, with the fight making $47.23 million.

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It also surpassed the largest attendance for a sporting event in the five-year-old stadium. The previous record of 63,969 was set Sept 1 last year, when Southern California defeated LSU 27-20 to open the college football season.

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There was plenty of star power in the stands, including boxing Hall of Famers, Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr, Thomas Hearns and Julio Cesar Chavez. Actors Sofia Vergara, Michael J Fox and Charlize Theron, comedians Dave Chappelle and Tracy Morgan, and ESPN personality Stephen A Smith — who was booed — were among the fans.

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But this fight's impact went beyond Las Vegas. Because it was on Netflix rather than pay-per-view, promoters hoped the card would draw in viewing numbers not seen since perhaps the 1970s, when big-time bouts were often on broadcast networks.

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This could be more the norm going forward now that UFC president and CEO Dana White is involved in boxing, this being his first card in collaboration with fellow promoter Riyadh Season. The UFC reached a seven-year deal with Paramount last month, choosing to put its product on the streaming service rather than the PPV model that combat sports have used for the most important events.

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There was not much action through the first eight rounds, at least not enough to keep a casual boxing fan tuned into the broadcast, though Crawford was the quicker, more athletic and better boxer to that point.

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"I was stronger," Crawford said. "I punched harder."

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The action picked up significantly in the ninth. Crawford went after Alvarez early with several combinations. His momentum got stopped when Alvarez headbutted Crawford, causing a brief timeout 41 seconds into the round. Crawford, nevertheless, was the superior fighter the rest of the way.

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That didn't change the rest of the fight.

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"I felt like I was in control," Crawford said. "I think he was trying to figure me out."

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Terence Crawford (right) lands a punch on Canelo Alvarez during Saturday's undisputed super middleweight match in Las Vegas.

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LAS VEGAS — Terence Crawford said several times in his softly-spoken, but confident, way that he's proven doubters wrong throughout his boxing career — and he was planning to do it again.

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Few listened.

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Canelo Alvarez was the bigger name, the one most responsible for helping draw an announced record crowd of 70,482 on Saturday night.

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But Crawford now is the unified super middleweight champion. He became the first male boxer to capture three unified division titles when he defeated Alvarez by unanimous decision.

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Judges Tim Cheatham and Max DeLuca awarded Crawford (42-0, 31 knockouts) the match 115-113, and Steve Weisfeld marked him 116-112.

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The Associated Press scored the fight 118-110 in favor of the 37-year-old from Omaha, Nebraska.

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Crawford, who moved up two weight classes, went down to a knee even before the decision was announced and then wept after he was named the winner.

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"I know what I'm capable of," Crawford said. "It's not a surprise. It's a surprise to y'all, because you all didn't believe in me."

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He won before a pro-Alvarez crowd, but there were significant chants of "Crawford" in the bout's later rounds, and even Canelo backers didn't try to boo them down as they had done so earlier in the night.

\n

This was the first defeat for Alvarez (63-3-2, 39 KOs), the 35-year-old champion from Mexico who looked like the older boxer even going against someone his junior, since losing by unanimous decision to Dmitrii Bivol on May 7, 2022. He was the favorite at BetMGM Sportsbook.

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"We knew Crawford is a great fighter," Alvarez said.

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"I did what I was supposed to do. I trained really hard. He deserved all the credit.

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"I tried my best tonight and I couldn't figure out the style.

\n

"He had everything."

\n

This fight already was being compared to some of the greatest in Las Vegas' rich history, well before the two contestants tapped gloves.

\n

The setting of Allegiant Stadium itself separated this bout, because it was the first match at this venue. Never in question was the attendance record for a Las Vegas fight — 29,214 in 1982 for heavyweight champion Larry Holmes' 13th-round knockout of Gerry Cooney at Caesars Palace's specially constructed outdoor stadium — fell on the night. So did the gate gross revenue record, with the fight making $47.23 million.

\n

It also surpassed the largest attendance for a sporting event in the five-year-old stadium. The previous record of 63,969 was set Sept 1 last year, when Southern California defeated LSU 27-20 to open the college football season.

\n

There was plenty of star power in the stands, including boxing Hall of Famers, Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr, Thomas Hearns and Julio Cesar Chavez. Actors Sofia Vergara, Michael J Fox and Charlize Theron, comedians Dave Chappelle and Tracy Morgan, and ESPN personality Stephen A Smith — who was booed — were among the fans.

\n

But this fight's impact went beyond Las Vegas. Because it was on Netflix rather than pay-per-view, promoters hoped the card would draw in viewing numbers not seen since perhaps the 1970s, when big-time bouts were often on broadcast networks.

\n

This could be more the norm going forward now that UFC president and CEO Dana White is involved in boxing, this being his first card in collaboration with fellow promoter Riyadh Season. The UFC reached a seven-year deal with Paramount last month, choosing to put its product on the streaming service rather than the PPV model that combat sports have used for the most important events.

\n

There was not much action through the first eight rounds, at least not enough to keep a casual boxing fan tuned into the broadcast, though Crawford was the quicker, more athletic and better boxer to that point.

\n

"I was stronger," Crawford said. "I punched harder."

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The action picked up significantly in the ninth. Crawford went after Alvarez early with several combinations. His momentum got stopped when Alvarez headbutted Crawford, causing a brief timeout 41 seconds into the round. Crawford, nevertheless, was the superior fighter the rest of the way.

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That didn't change the rest of the fight.

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"I felt like I was in control," Crawford said. "I think he was trying to figure me out."

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Guests share ideas at the "CEO: Grow with China" Roundtable, jointly organized by the Intellectual Property Publishing House Co Ltd and China Daily, during the 14th China Intellectual Property Annual Conference in Beijing on Friday.

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China's intensified efforts to protect intellectual property rights will help facilitate the cultivation of new quality productive forces and create immense business opportunities for multinational companies amid external challenges and uncertainties, experts and business leaders said at a high-level forum on Friday.

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They said that IPR protection is playing an increasingly vital role in bolstering technological innovation, and injecting strong momentum into the country's high-quality economic growth. They also called for the strengthening of global IP cooperation to further optimize the business environment for foreign companies operating in China.

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The remarks were made during the "CEO: Grow with China" Roundtable, which was jointly organized by the Intellectual Property Publishing House Co Ltd and China Daily Institute for Corporate Communication. It was a sideline event of the 14th China Intellectual Property Annual Conference, which opened in Beijing on Thursday.

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Zhu Guangyao, China's former vice-minister of finance, said, "In recent years, under the guidance of the new development concept, we have focused on innovation and made a close connection between intellectual property rights protection and innovation."

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He described the enhancement of IPR protection as a "safeguard for innovation".

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Zhu said China is working to ensure that the strict regulations of its Patent Law and Copyright Law are being effectively enforced, adding that the country has also issued strict regulations on data and privacy protection, providing a strong foundation for the development of AI.

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Highlighting that China has intensified its focus on R&D intensity, and boasts abundant science and engineering university graduates, Liu Qiao, dean of Peking University's Guanghua School of Management, said the country is quickly catching up with developed economies in terms of patent application intensity.

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There is still room for improvement in the global competitiveness of Chinese IP, Liu added, emphasizing that more efforts should be made to increase investment in fundamental research, attract and develop top talents, and promote the application of technological innovation.

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China has made significant strides in IP protection in the past few years, providing impetus for innovation and high-quality development. According to the China National Intellectual Property Administration, the number of valid domestic invention patents in China reached 5.01 million as of June this year, an increase of 13.2 percent year-on-year.

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China has established partnerships with over 80 countries and regions in IP cooperation, and foreign applicants filed 94,000 trademark applications in China in the first half of the year.

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Huge opportunities exist for multinational companies to invest in China and benefit from its expanding market, said Shirley Zhao, president of Astellas China.

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"We are investing in China, and we will continue to invest in China," Zhao said. "A better IPR protection and business environment boost our confidence, as well as the confidence of other multinational companies."

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Ian Shih, president of Rockwell Automation (China) Ltd, said China ensures equal treatment of domestic and foreign companies in IPR protection, particularly in terms of enforcement and policy implementation, and it's a process that empowers innovation.

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"China is no longer just a basic producing factory for the world. It is becoming a global innovation hub, with Chinese IPs and standards increasingly going global," Shih said.

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"Chinese IP laws and regulations are becoming not only world-class, but also very innovative. That's something very important in my opinion to protect companies and innovations. It actually encourages both foreign investments and domestic investments in innovation," said Rani Jarkas, chairman of Cedrus Group. He said the company is increasing its investment in China and in biotech and innovative technologies.

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David Blair, vice-president of the Beijing-based Center for China and Globalization, said: "In the US, we moved heavily toward a monopolized economy. The amount of concentration in company domination in almost every sector is increasing dramatically. And somehow, that's made possible through the use of the patent systems.

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"So I'm encouraging China not to allow it to happen. It's important to have IP, but it's also important to ensure that IP doesn't kill the competitive economy."

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Contact the writers at fanfeifei@chinadaily.com.cn

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