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Global experts discussed the historical and legal basis for China's recovery of sovereignty over the South China Sea on Saturday, stressing that it is a key part of the postwar order and must be respected and protected.

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Wu Jilu, head of China Institute for Marine Affairs of the Ministry of Natural Resources, noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, as well as the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations.

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Wu said upholding the international order established after World War II is a crucial foundation for lasting peace and stability, with respect for the territorial sovereignty of all nations at its core.

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He added that China's recovery of sovereignty over the Xisha and Nansha islands formed an important part of the postwar order in the South China Sea and should be firmly safeguarded.

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The remarks were made at an international seminar in Beijing attended by more than 40 experts from countries including China, Malaysia, the Philippines, Portugal, Russia, Singapore and the United Kingdom.

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Zhang Shi'ao, an assistant research fellow at the Collaborative Innovation Center of South China Sea Studies at Nanjing University, echoed Wu's view. He said China's recovery of sovereignty over the South China Sea islands was carried out under international legal instruments such as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation, which required Japan to surrender territory it had seized illegally.

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"A significant advancement in civilization after World War II was the recognition that acts of war and the use of force are generally illegal," Zhang said. "Territories, including the South China Sea islands seized by Japan from China through illegal means, cannot confer legitimate titles or rights and should revert to China."

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He said China's efforts to reclaim these territories represent "a concrete practice of the postwar international order and rules embodied by the spirit of the UN Charter".

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Anna Malindog-Uy, a professor with the Asian Century Philippines Strategic Studies Institute, said the South China Sea is "relatively peaceful, stable and secure, except for the Philippines-China bilateral relations" over the waters.

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"It's not necessarily because Filipinos want to quarrel with China," she said. "It's more about the foreign policy that is very much on the side of the United States. And the United States is pushing and pushing, maximizing this kind of foreign policy that is patterned after the United States' foreign policy."

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Malindog-Uy said Washington sees China as its main competitor, especially in the Asia-Pacific region, and seeks to weaken China through potential military conflicts over the South China Sea or Taiwan, similar to how it challenges Russia in Europe through Ukraine. Under President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos, she said, the Philippines — heavily reliant on the United States — was positioned as a proxy in conflicts with China.

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She said that China's claims to sovereignty over the South China Sea are better supported by historical documents and international law, noting that Chinese vessels were navigating the sea 2,000 years ago during precolonial times.

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Other claimant states such as the Philippines, Malaysia and Brunei, however, cite the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. That convention, which China also ratified, gives countries exclusive rights to explore and exploit resources within 200 nautical miles (370 kilometers) from their coastlines.Malindog-Uy noted the convention concerns resource rights, not sovereignty.

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"To be frank, the problem in the South China Sea cannot be resolved anytime soon," she said, adding that multilateral efforts are vital for managing disputes and easing tensions.

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She emphasized the importance of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in advancing a code of conduct that is recognized and observed by all nations.

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limenghan@chinadaily.com.cn

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Global experts discussed the historical and legal basis for China's recovery of sovereignty over the South China Sea on Saturday, stressing that it is a key part of the postwar order and must be respected and protected.

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Wu Jilu, head of China Institute for Marine Affairs of the Ministry of Natural Resources, noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, as well as the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations.

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Wu said upholding the international order established after World War II is a crucial foundation for lasting peace and stability, with respect for the territorial sovereignty of all nations at its core.

\n

He added that China's recovery of sovereignty over the Xisha and Nansha islands formed an important part of the postwar order in the South China Sea and should be firmly safeguarded.

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The remarks were made at an international seminar in Beijing attended by more than 40 experts from countries including China, Malaysia, the Philippines, Portugal, Russia, Singapore and the United Kingdom.

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Zhang Shi'ao, an assistant research fellow at the Collaborative Innovation Center of South China Sea Studies at Nanjing University, echoed Wu's view. He said China's recovery of sovereignty over the South China Sea islands was carried out under international legal instruments such as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation, which required Japan to surrender territory it had seized illegally.

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"A significant advancement in civilization after World War II was the recognition that acts of war and the use of force are generally illegal," Zhang said. "Territories, including the South China Sea islands seized by Japan from China through illegal means, cannot confer legitimate titles or rights and should revert to China."

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He said China's efforts to reclaim these territories represent "a concrete practice of the postwar international order and rules embodied by the spirit of the UN Charter".

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Anna Malindog-Uy, a professor with the Asian Century Philippines Strategic Studies Institute, said the South China Sea is "relatively peaceful, stable and secure, except for the Philippines-China bilateral relations" over the waters.

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"It's not necessarily because Filipinos want to quarrel with China," she said. "It's more about the foreign policy that is very much on the side of the United States. And the United States is pushing and pushing, maximizing this kind of foreign policy that is patterned after the United States' foreign policy."

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Malindog-Uy said Washington sees China as its main competitor, especially in the Asia-Pacific region, and seeks to weaken China through potential military conflicts over the South China Sea or Taiwan, similar to how it challenges Russia in Europe through Ukraine. Under President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos, she said, the Philippines — heavily reliant on the United States — was positioned as a proxy in conflicts with China.

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She said that China's claims to sovereignty over the South China Sea are better supported by historical documents and international law, noting that Chinese vessels were navigating the sea 2,000 years ago during precolonial times.

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Other claimant states such as the Philippines, Malaysia and Brunei, however, cite the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. That convention, which China also ratified, gives countries exclusive rights to explore and exploit resources within 200 nautical miles (370 kilometers) from their coastlines.Malindog-Uy noted the convention concerns resource rights, not sovereignty.

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"To be frank, the problem in the South China Sea cannot be resolved anytime soon," she said, adding that multilateral efforts are vital for managing disputes and easing tensions.

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She emphasized the importance of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in advancing a code of conduct that is recognized and observed by all nations.

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limenghan@chinadaily.com.cn

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China on Friday announced tightened rules over the mining and processing of rare earths, extending enhanced regulations to imported minerals and requiring enterprises to report the flow of the strategic materials monthly.

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The rules were released as guidelines on the implementation of the country's rare earth management regulations, which took effect in October.

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The rules, effective immediately, stipulate how government agencies should manage quotas for designated companies and make the flow of rare earth products traceable, according to three departments including the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

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As the MIIT noted, rare earths are important strategic mineral resources, and changes in the industry mean that earlier rules were no longer suitable for current needs.

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Despite that, some still try and misinterpret the move as the latest sign of China's "weaponization" of the strategic items.

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An important reason that they claim this every time the country adjusts its rare earth rules is that they have long taken it for granted that China is "obliged" to sell rare earths for peanuts.

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That was what China did for decades before the mid-2000s when the country's rare earth elements' export prices were so low — a few or a few dozen dollars per kilogram depending on the element — that the prices didn't even cover the production and environmental costs under higher industry standards and pollution-control requirements.

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Rare earth elements, which are called "industrial vitamins", enable huge technological functions, and they are widely applied in the electronics, automotive, energy, defense, aerospace, healthcare and medical tech industries.

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That means China has made tremendous contributions to the high-tech industry's rise in the United States, Japan, the Republic of Korea and some major European countries, all top rare earth elements importers, since it started becoming a major producer, processor and exporter of rare earth-related items in the early 1980s.

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To some extent, it was the large amounts of high-quality rare earth elements China provided at an extremely low price in those years that enabled the fast development of relevant industries that played a pivotal role in these developed countries' fast development since the 1980s.

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Even after China started reforming its rare earths industry about 20 years ago achieving remarkable progress in the refining, separation and purification of rare earth elements and magnet manufacturing, the export price of its rare earth-related items remained markedly lower than that of any other exporters.

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In the past, extensive and unregulated development led to the undervaluation of resources and ecological damage. This unsustainable model not only threatened to deplete the country's natural resource endowment but also posed risks to the long-term stability of the global industry and supply chains.

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Currently, with about 40 percent of the world's known rare earths reserves, China, which holds core know-how on smelting and separating rare earth elements, mines around 70 percent of the materials and processes nearly 90 percent of the world's rare earths.

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China's innovations in rare earths processing technology in the early 21st century have contributed to the development of indispensable modern technologies, such as semiconductors, renewable energy and artificial intelligence.

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But China's contribution — be it the historical one at considerable environmental cost to itself or the current one that comes along with its tech breakthroughs — has long been ignored by some.

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Instead, they try and hijack China's reform of its rare earths industry with their "weaponization" claim as if to ensure the developed economies' access to high-quality, clean and sufficient rare earth elements is an obligation for China. Not to mention some developed countries have implemented discriminatory restrictive export policies in high-tech products and services against China while trying to contain China's high-tech progress by attacking its technology enterprises.

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Despite that, being well aware of the important role it plays in the world's rare earths sector, and hence its responsibility to help sustain the global industry and supply chains, China has never "weaponized" its processing or exports of rare earth elements.

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The series of actions China has taken in recent years to adjust its rules and policies on rare earth-related items have been driven by the need to keep its rare earths industry sustainable.

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The series of breakthroughs China has made in rare earths processing technology since the new century and the improved performances of its rare earths industry, which benefit the world, originate from its continual optimization of the industry.

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These moves align with international management standards and underscore China's sense of responsibility as a key global supplier of the critical minerals and its commitment to advancing shared global development.

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Ding Kan (left), head of the project management team of the China-aided new Gwadar International Airport, talks with airport manager Khalid Kakar at the airport in Gwadar, Pakistan, on Sept 13, 2024.

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China and Pakistan should take their all-weather strategic partnership into a new stage, with fresh momentum in modernization, regional connectivity and people-to-people exchanges, as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor enters its next phase, experts said.

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At the sixth China-Pakistan Foreign Ministers' Strategic Dialogue on Thursday, the two sides pledged to upgrade the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor into a "growth, livelihood, green and open corridor", with a focus on industrial cooperation, agriculture, mining, connectivity through Gwadar Port, and infrastructure projects such as the realignment of the Karakoram Highway.

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In recent years, China and Pakistan have been dedicated to building CPEC 2.0. Several memorandums of agreement were signed to expand bilateral cooperation in various aspects, and the two nations agreed to launch the second phase of the China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement.

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According to data from the General Administration of Customs of China, the total bilateral trade in goods between China and Pakistan reached $23.1 billion in 2024, an increase of 11.1 percent from the previous year.

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Apart from collaborations in traditional areas, both countries have been working together to strengthen regional security coordination, emphasizing strategic trust, counterterrorism, security dialogue mechanisms and connectivity initiatives.

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Wang Zhimin, a researcher at the Academy of China Open Economy Studies under the University of International Business and Economics, said that economic cooperation between China and Pakistan has delivered tangible benefits to the Pakistani people and injected sustained momentum into the country's long-term development.

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"Pakistan was the first country to forge an all-weather strategic partnership with China, and it remains committed to building an even closer community with a shared future in the new era. The high level of trust and cooperation between the two sides has laid a solid foundation for advancing collaboration under the CPEC," he said.

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Shakeel Ahmad Ramay, CEO of the Asian Institute of Eco-civilization Research and Development in Pakistan, said that the defining feature of China-Pakistan ties is that the relationship is "dynamic" rather than "static".

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Both countries have continued to adapt their ties to new realities based on brotherhood and win-win cooperation. Built on mutual trust, respect and support for each other's core interests, the partnership has become unique in the world, he said.

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He said the CPEC created 236,000 direct jobs over the past decade, with many more generated indirectly as more than 100 small and medium-sized enterprises benefited in its first phase.

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"These achievements highlight the vast potential for deeper cooperation in the new era, with both sides encouraged to invest in developing a skilled workforce and expanding STEM education to meet future demands," Ramay said.

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STEM education is a teaching approach that combines science, technology, engineering and math.

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Zamir Ahmed Awan, founding chair of Global Silk Route Research Alliance and a nonresident fellow at the Beijing-based Center for China and Globalization, said the friendship between China and Pakistan is characterized as "higher than mountains, deeper than oceans, and sweeter than honey".

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"The China-Pakistan partnership has become a stabilizing force amid growing global polarization and security uncertainties. Built on mutual trust and equality, the relationship is reinforced by frequent high-level exchanges that reaffirm strategic commitment and inject new momentum into practical collaborations," he said.

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Addressing challenges

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Awan further elaborated that such engagements enable the two sides to align their visions, address common challenges and push forward new initiatives in areas ranging from economic development and regional security to cultural exchanges.

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As the world is facing mounting challenges from frequent regional confrontations and rising unilateralism, experts said China and Pakistan should step up cooperation under the framework of multilateralism, amplify the voice of the Global South, and work together to tackle common challenges while safeguarding fairness and justice.

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Despite global uncertainties, China-Pakistan economic cooperation continues to present major opportunities. The CPEC has the potential to serve as a growth corridor for South and Central Asia by linking markets and unlocking trade, Awan said.

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"China and Pakistan also share a strong interest in promoting peace and stability in Afghanistan and the wider region. Closer strategic communication through joint mechanisms and regular consultations enables the two sides to coordinate on counterterrorism, border security and economic reconstruction."

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Wang said that both countries have immense potential for cooperation on multilateral platforms.Within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the two nations advocate for regional stability, counterterrorism and economic connectivity. Pakistan's role as a bridge between South Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East enhances SCO's inclusivity and effectiveness.

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"Their cooperation reflects a shared vision of building a more inclusive global order that prioritizes dialogue over confrontation and development over division," he said.

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Ramay emphasized the importance of people-to-people exchanges between the two countries in building a community with a shared future.

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"In the new era of cooperation, China and Pakistan are placing greater emphasis on cultural exchanges and youth engagement. For many young Pakistanis, China is seen as a land of opportunity, offering access to development and innovation," he said.

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"Youth exchanges will not only help them pursue their aspirations but also cultivate future leaders who can carry the partnership forward.Such investment in youth is especially vital amid shifting global dynamics and the spread of misinformation."

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liujianqiao@chinadaily.com.cn

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Ding Kan (left), head of the project management team of the China-aided new Gwadar International Airport, talks with airport manager Khalid Kakar at the airport in Gwadar, Pakistan, on Sept 13, 2024.

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China and Pakistan should take their all-weather strategic partnership into a new stage, with fresh momentum in modernization, regional connectivity and people-to-people exchanges, as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor enters its next phase, experts said.

\n

At the sixth China-Pakistan Foreign Ministers' Strategic Dialogue on Thursday, the two sides pledged to upgrade the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor into a "growth, livelihood, green and open corridor", with a focus on industrial cooperation, agriculture, mining, connectivity through Gwadar Port, and infrastructure projects such as the realignment of the Karakoram Highway.

\n

In recent years, China and Pakistan have been dedicated to building CPEC 2.0. Several memorandums of agreement were signed to expand bilateral cooperation in various aspects, and the two nations agreed to launch the second phase of the China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement.

\n

According to data from the General Administration of Customs of China, the total bilateral trade in goods between China and Pakistan reached $23.1 billion in 2024, an increase of 11.1 percent from the previous year.

\n

Apart from collaborations in traditional areas, both countries have been working together to strengthen regional security coordination, emphasizing strategic trust, counterterrorism, security dialogue mechanisms and connectivity initiatives.

\n

Wang Zhimin, a researcher at the Academy of China Open Economy Studies under the University of International Business and Economics, said that economic cooperation between China and Pakistan has delivered tangible benefits to the Pakistani people and injected sustained momentum into the country's long-term development.

\n

"Pakistan was the first country to forge an all-weather strategic partnership with China, and it remains committed to building an even closer community with a shared future in the new era. The high level of trust and cooperation between the two sides has laid a solid foundation for advancing collaboration under the CPEC," he said.

\n

Shakeel Ahmad Ramay, CEO of the Asian Institute of Eco-civilization Research and Development in Pakistan, said that the defining feature of China-Pakistan ties is that the relationship is "dynamic" rather than "static".

\n

Both countries have continued to adapt their ties to new realities based on brotherhood and win-win cooperation. Built on mutual trust, respect and support for each other's core interests, the partnership has become unique in the world, he said.

\n

He said the CPEC created 236,000 direct jobs over the past decade, with many more generated indirectly as more than 100 small and medium-sized enterprises benefited in its first phase.

\n

"These achievements highlight the vast potential for deeper cooperation in the new era, with both sides encouraged to invest in developing a skilled workforce and expanding STEM education to meet future demands," Ramay said.

\n

STEM education is a teaching approach that combines science, technology, engineering and math.

\n

Zamir Ahmed Awan, founding chair of Global Silk Route Research Alliance and a nonresident fellow at the Beijing-based Center for China and Globalization, said the friendship between China and Pakistan is characterized as "higher than mountains, deeper than oceans, and sweeter than honey".

\n

"The China-Pakistan partnership has become a stabilizing force amid growing global polarization and security uncertainties. Built on mutual trust and equality, the relationship is reinforced by frequent high-level exchanges that reaffirm strategic commitment and inject new momentum into practical collaborations," he said.

\n

Addressing challenges

\n

Awan further elaborated that such engagements enable the two sides to align their visions, address common challenges and push forward new initiatives in areas ranging from economic development and regional security to cultural exchanges.

\n

As the world is facing mounting challenges from frequent regional confrontations and rising unilateralism, experts said China and Pakistan should step up cooperation under the framework of multilateralism, amplify the voice of the Global South, and work together to tackle common challenges while safeguarding fairness and justice.

\n

Despite global uncertainties, China-Pakistan economic cooperation continues to present major opportunities. The CPEC has the potential to serve as a growth corridor for South and Central Asia by linking markets and unlocking trade, Awan said.

\n

"China and Pakistan also share a strong interest in promoting peace and stability in Afghanistan and the wider region. Closer strategic communication through joint mechanisms and regular consultations enables the two sides to coordinate on counterterrorism, border security and economic reconstruction."

\n

Wang said that both countries have immense potential for cooperation on multilateral platforms.Within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the two nations advocate for regional stability, counterterrorism and economic connectivity. Pakistan's role as a bridge between South Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East enhances SCO's inclusivity and effectiveness.

\n

"Their cooperation reflects a shared vision of building a more inclusive global order that prioritizes dialogue over confrontation and development over division," he said.

\n

Ramay emphasized the importance of people-to-people exchanges between the two countries in building a community with a shared future.

\n

"In the new era of cooperation, China and Pakistan are placing greater emphasis on cultural exchanges and youth engagement. For many young Pakistanis, China is seen as a land of opportunity, offering access to development and innovation," he said.

\n

"Youth exchanges will not only help them pursue their aspirations but also cultivate future leaders who can carry the partnership forward.Such investment in youth is especially vital amid shifting global dynamics and the spread of misinformation."

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liujianqiao@chinadaily.com.cn

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Over the past few weeks, I have watched a pop concert, a talk show, a stage play and several films after dusk, as a large number of performances are readily available in the capital city in the evenings.

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I have had a higher willingness to head outdoors to relax and for entertainment this summer. I'm not alone.

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Industry experts have observed that summer is the most active season for nighttime consumption, as the daylight extends and the weather becomes more suitable in the evenings, encouraging more people to step out for fun activities.

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In comparison, nighttime consumption in spring and autumn is relatively stable, and consumers mainly flock to dining and entertainment venues.

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"Outdoor consumption usually declines in winter due to cold weather, and the flow of people tends to concentrate at indoor venues such as restaurants, cinemas and shopping malls. Still, the overall scale of nighttime indoor consumption is smaller than that in summer," said Hong Yong, an associate research fellow at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation.

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Besides the launch of more nighttime performances, major scenic spots, amusement parks, museums and zoos have extended their opening hours or introduced special night tours such as light shows, night performances and night markets.

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Night tours have been highly favored by tourists.

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This summer, the overall booking volume for nighttime travel products has increased by 20 percent year-on-year, according to Qunar, a Beijing-based online travel agency.

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In particular, the Yellow Crane Tower, a landmark in Wuhan, Hubei province, presents an immersive light show at night, and the booking volume of admission tickets for the show has doubled over last year. Other night tours in Xi'an, Shaanxi province; Wuzhen, Zhejiang province; and Huangguoshu Waterfall in Guizhou province, have been quite well-received among travelers.

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Meanwhile, with the opening of night sessions at multiple theme parks nationwide, the booking volumes of their nighttime admission tickets have significantly increased.For instance, the search volume for night tours at Happy Valley in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, this summer has surged nine-fold year-on-year, Qunar found.

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Despite the high popularity of the night tourism economy in the country, there are still some challenges and room for improvement.

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For instance, inadequate urban support facilities, early termination of nighttime public transportation, insufficient supply of public services such as lighting and garbage disposal, have affected consumers' willingness to travel at night, according to LeadLeo Research Institute, a market research provider based in Shanghai.

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The sustainable development of nighttime consumption can't be achieved without the support of public services such as transportation, safety, lighting and sanitation, the consultancy said.

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"Different cities should rely on local cultural IP to create differentiated and innovated nighttime consumption scenes. And local governments should lower operational barriers in terms of taxation and venues, and introduce more high-quality businesses to help promote consumption upgrade," said Wang Yijia, an analyst at LeadLeo.

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This Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) hanging scroll by Wang Shiyi captures the busy morning traffic at the Changmen Gate of Suzhou (Jiangsu province) during the 17th century.

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For over 5,000 years, China has anchored its existence in a profound and enduring cultural foundation — an intricate tapestry woven from the threads of ancient wisdom, philosophical insight and historical continuity.

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This cultural bedrock has not merely preserved the nation through dynastic rises and falls; it has actively shaped its identity, its governance and its resilience. From the timeless teachings of Confucius and Laozi to the strategic brilliance of Sun Tzu and the bureaucratic models of imperial administration, China's civilization has drawn strength from a legacy where culture and statecraft are inseparable.

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It is this deep-rooted fusion of intellectual heritage and political order that has enabled China not only to endure, but to flourish across millennia — adapting through time while remaining steadfast to the guiding principles of its civilization, chief among them, harmony and unity.

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Today, as China takes a more active role on the global stage — participating in international politics, cultural exchange and collaborative efforts to address pressing challenges like climate change and regional instability — it becomes increasingly important to bridge the cultural divide that can fuel misunderstanding and doubt.For China's contributions to be fully recognized and respected, the international community must not only acknowledge its rising influence but also develop a deeper understanding of the cultural values and historical wisdom that shape its global outlook.

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This prompts a central question: How do we foster mutual understanding and trust in the face of lingering skepticism? One key path lies in uncovering the rich historical traces of mutual learning that have long existed between civilizations, and in establishing meaningful comparative dimensions that reveal striking parallels in values, governance and philosophical thought.

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Consider the transmission of imagery from the Shijing (Book of Songs), the most revered Confucian classic and a foundational anthology of 305 poems dating from the 11th to 6th centuries BC. Among them, the long poem July — also known as The Life of Peasants — rose to prominence through successive imperial pictorial interpretations, beginning in the Song Dynasty (960-1279). In a society where peasants made up the vast majority and agriculture underpinned the state, appreciation for the poem became more than literary: It evolved into a subtle political statement, a reflection of leadership grounded in attentiveness to the lives of the people.

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This same imagery, once a cultural and political emblem within imperial China, eventually crossed continents.Visual interpretations of the cyclical rhythms of tilling and weaving made their way to France where they sparked lively debate at the court of Louis XIV over whether agriculture should serve as the foundation of the nation.

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According to Clarissa von Spee, curator at the Cleveland Museum of Art, it was essential for European rulers to know that these images originated from China — not from artistic fancy — as this authenticity gave their discussions real weight. Von Spee curated the 2023 exhibition China's Southern Paradise: Treasures from the Lower Yangzi (Yangtze) Delta, which examined the historical foundations of southern China's economic and cultural ascendancy. The episode stands as a striking example of cross-cultural learning, done consciously in history.

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When it comes to building comparative frameworks and using analogies to bridge gaps in cross-cultural communication, one can look to the narratives crafted by Western museums hosting exhibitions on Chinese culture and history — narratives carefully shaped to help their audiences understand a worldview that may at first seem distant.

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In 2021, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York drew from its own Chinese art collection to present the exhibition Companions in Solitude: Reclusion and Communion in Chinese Art. Inspired by curator Joseph Scheier-Dolberg's experience of working from home during the pandemic — a period of limited social interaction but renewed connections with old friends — the exhibition explored the theme of reclusion in Chinese literati painting. It examined how scholars and hermits pursued spiritual cultivation through solitude while still valuing bonds shared with kindred spirits.

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Maxwell Hearn, head of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Asian Art Department, once drew a compelling comparison between Chinese cursive script and Jackson Pollock's action painting, highlighting the expressive, almost spiritual kinship between the two. He likened the fluidity of brushwork to a tennis player's muscle memory — an instinctive, embodied rhythm. As a left-hander, Hearn discovered a personal resonance with Chinese art.

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"Ancient Chinese painting celebrated the concept of zhuo — studied clumsiness — as a beguiling form of sophistication. I'm naturally zhuo since I'm left-handed," he says.

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It is precisely these kinds of personal insights that make cultural communication resonate, by providing a humanizing lens through which distant or unfamiliar traditions become both relatable and meaningful. For those tasked with conveying China's cultural image internationally, there's a page to borrow here.

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Hearn also identified two defining features of Chinese literati painting. First, political elites often cultivated the image of a refined scholar rather than a triumphant ruler, which explains the notable absence of military glorification in traditional Chinese ink painting.Second, while many Western artists historically served kings and popes as commissioned hands, Chinese literati painters were themselves cultural and intellectual leaders, often directly engaged in governance.Consequently, their works reflect more personal spirit than patronage. These comparisons offer a nuanced, global perspective on the peacefulness and continuity central to Chinese civilization.

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At last November's World Conference of Classics in Beijing, Yale University professor Mary Evelyn Tucker emphasized the central role of the Socratic method — learning through dialectical questioning — in Western education, contrasting it with the Confucian tradition of metaphorical teaching. She cited Mencius' parable of the "Ox Mountain Trees" to illustrate the Confucian belief in the innate potential for human goodness.Tucker observed that Confucianism offers a different pedagogical approach — not debate, but metaphor — which is rooted in the agrarian tradition of learning from nature.

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With that being said, it's worth noting that the "Golden Mean" concept in Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics parallels the Confucian notion of zhongyong, as both emphasize the pursuit of balance and moderation as essential virtues in the cultivation of moral character and the attainment of a harmonious life.

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For China to contribute to global governance solutions, its cultural and philosophical ideas must be examined and presented to the world through a truly global lens — one that integrates insights from both Chinese and Western scholars. Such an approach enables a deeper appreciation of the uniqueness of Chinese wisdom, highlights its compatibility with Western intellectual traditions, and underscores its potential for broad, cross-cultural applicability in addressing shared global challenges.

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Meaningful cultural exchange is not a modern invention, but a longstanding tradition. When such parallels are brought to the fore, the case for mutual learning no longer needs to be argued. It becomes clear, compelling, and self-evident. In embracing these shared legacies, the global community can move forward not with division or distrust, but with respect, reciprocity and a renewed dedication to collaborative progress.

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This Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) hanging scroll by Wang Shiyi captures the busy morning traffic at the Changmen Gate of Suzhou (Jiangsu province) during the 17th century.

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For over 5,000 years, China has anchored its existence in a profound and enduring cultural foundation — an intricate tapestry woven from the threads of ancient wisdom, philosophical insight and historical continuity.

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This cultural bedrock has not merely preserved the nation through dynastic rises and falls; it has actively shaped its identity, its governance and its resilience. From the timeless teachings of Confucius and Laozi to the strategic brilliance of Sun Tzu and the bureaucratic models of imperial administration, China's civilization has drawn strength from a legacy where culture and statecraft are inseparable.

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It is this deep-rooted fusion of intellectual heritage and political order that has enabled China not only to endure, but to flourish across millennia — adapting through time while remaining steadfast to the guiding principles of its civilization, chief among them, harmony and unity.

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Today, as China takes a more active role on the global stage — participating in international politics, cultural exchange and collaborative efforts to address pressing challenges like climate change and regional instability — it becomes increasingly important to bridge the cultural divide that can fuel misunderstanding and doubt.For China's contributions to be fully recognized and respected, the international community must not only acknowledge its rising influence but also develop a deeper understanding of the cultural values and historical wisdom that shape its global outlook.

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This prompts a central question: How do we foster mutual understanding and trust in the face of lingering skepticism? One key path lies in uncovering the rich historical traces of mutual learning that have long existed between civilizations, and in establishing meaningful comparative dimensions that reveal striking parallels in values, governance and philosophical thought.

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Consider the transmission of imagery from the Shijing (Book of Songs), the most revered Confucian classic and a foundational anthology of 305 poems dating from the 11th to 6th centuries BC. Among them, the long poem July — also known as The Life of Peasants — rose to prominence through successive imperial pictorial interpretations, beginning in the Song Dynasty (960-1279). In a society where peasants made up the vast majority and agriculture underpinned the state, appreciation for the poem became more than literary: It evolved into a subtle political statement, a reflection of leadership grounded in attentiveness to the lives of the people.

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This same imagery, once a cultural and political emblem within imperial China, eventually crossed continents.Visual interpretations of the cyclical rhythms of tilling and weaving made their way to France where they sparked lively debate at the court of Louis XIV over whether agriculture should serve as the foundation of the nation.

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According to Clarissa von Spee, curator at the Cleveland Museum of Art, it was essential for European rulers to know that these images originated from China — not from artistic fancy — as this authenticity gave their discussions real weight. Von Spee curated the 2023 exhibition China's Southern Paradise: Treasures from the Lower Yangzi (Yangtze) Delta, which examined the historical foundations of southern China's economic and cultural ascendancy. The episode stands as a striking example of cross-cultural learning, done consciously in history.

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When it comes to building comparative frameworks and using analogies to bridge gaps in cross-cultural communication, one can look to the narratives crafted by Western museums hosting exhibitions on Chinese culture and history — narratives carefully shaped to help their audiences understand a worldview that may at first seem distant.

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In 2021, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York drew from its own Chinese art collection to present the exhibition Companions in Solitude: Reclusion and Communion in Chinese Art. Inspired by curator Joseph Scheier-Dolberg's experience of working from home during the pandemic — a period of limited social interaction but renewed connections with old friends — the exhibition explored the theme of reclusion in Chinese literati painting. It examined how scholars and hermits pursued spiritual cultivation through solitude while still valuing bonds shared with kindred spirits.

\n

Maxwell Hearn, head of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Asian Art Department, once drew a compelling comparison between Chinese cursive script and Jackson Pollock's action painting, highlighting the expressive, almost spiritual kinship between the two. He likened the fluidity of brushwork to a tennis player's muscle memory — an instinctive, embodied rhythm. As a left-hander, Hearn discovered a personal resonance with Chinese art.

\n

"Ancient Chinese painting celebrated the concept of zhuo — studied clumsiness — as a beguiling form of sophistication. I'm naturally zhuo since I'm left-handed," he says.

\n

It is precisely these kinds of personal insights that make cultural communication resonate, by providing a humanizing lens through which distant or unfamiliar traditions become both relatable and meaningful. For those tasked with conveying China's cultural image internationally, there's a page to borrow here.

\n

Hearn also identified two defining features of Chinese literati painting. First, political elites often cultivated the image of a refined scholar rather than a triumphant ruler, which explains the notable absence of military glorification in traditional Chinese ink painting.Second, while many Western artists historically served kings and popes as commissioned hands, Chinese literati painters were themselves cultural and intellectual leaders, often directly engaged in governance.Consequently, their works reflect more personal spirit than patronage. These comparisons offer a nuanced, global perspective on the peacefulness and continuity central to Chinese civilization.

\n

At last November's World Conference of Classics in Beijing, Yale University professor Mary Evelyn Tucker emphasized the central role of the Socratic method — learning through dialectical questioning — in Western education, contrasting it with the Confucian tradition of metaphorical teaching. She cited Mencius' parable of the "Ox Mountain Trees" to illustrate the Confucian belief in the innate potential for human goodness.Tucker observed that Confucianism offers a different pedagogical approach — not debate, but metaphor — which is rooted in the agrarian tradition of learning from nature.

\n

With that being said, it's worth noting that the "Golden Mean" concept in Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics parallels the Confucian notion of zhongyong, as both emphasize the pursuit of balance and moderation as essential virtues in the cultivation of moral character and the attainment of a harmonious life.

\n

For China to contribute to global governance solutions, its cultural and philosophical ideas must be examined and presented to the world through a truly global lens — one that integrates insights from both Chinese and Western scholars. Such an approach enables a deeper appreciation of the uniqueness of Chinese wisdom, highlights its compatibility with Western intellectual traditions, and underscores its potential for broad, cross-cultural applicability in addressing shared global challenges.

\n

Meaningful cultural exchange is not a modern invention, but a longstanding tradition. When such parallels are brought to the fore, the case for mutual learning no longer needs to be argued. It becomes clear, compelling, and self-evident. In embracing these shared legacies, the global community can move forward not with division or distrust, but with respect, reciprocity and a renewed dedication to collaborative progress.

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Troops march during a training session in Beijing on Aug 12 as they make preparations ahead of the Victory Day military parade on Sept 3. The parade is part of a grand gathering marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War.

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Militiawomen are trained for the upcoming military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War in Beijing, on Aug 12.

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Soldiers line up neatly during training for the upcoming military parade.

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Members of the joint military band of the People's Liberation Army practice for the military parade in Beijing, on Aug 12.

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Participants exchange ideas during their time off from training.

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Members of the joint military band practice for the commemoration event on Sept 3.

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Yao Jiuwei, a marine of the People's Liberation Army Navy, recalled that the first time he considered joining the military was on Sept 3, 2015.

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"I was running on a treadmill at my university — Harbin Sport University in Heilongjiang province — and was watching a live broadcast of the grand parade in Beijing that marked the 70th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. It impressed me deeply and made me truly want to become a soldier. So, after my graduation in 2017, I chose to enlist and was sent to the PLA Navy's Marine Corps.

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"In 2019, at our camp, I watched on TV the Oct 1 parade celebrating the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, and I felt envious of those taking part in the National Day parade, wondering when I could participate in a parade someday. Now, I am here, training for the coming parade. It feels like my dream is coming true," he told China Daily in a recent interview at a military compound on the northwestern outskirts of Beijing.

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Yao, now an officer of the PLA Navy's Marine Corps, was selected several months ago as one of two members from his company to participate in the parade on Sept 3, which marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War. The event will be the country's 19th military parade since the People's Republic of China was founded in 1949 and the second V-Day parade.

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During the parade on Sept 3, troops — selected members of the PLA and the People's Armed Police Force, as well as China's militia and reserve service — will line up in formations along Chang'an Avenue in Beijing, and they will be reviewed by President Xi Jinping, who is also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission.

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A total of 45 marching soldier units, land weaponry groups and aircraft squadrons are set to take part in the parade.

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Yao's assignment is to work with tens of officers and soldiers picked from across the armed forces to carry honorary flags representing time-honored combat units that fought in the war against Japanese invaders.

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"The flag I will carry in the parade was conferred to an infantry company — the predecessor of my present company — in September 1939 for its soldiers' heroic performance in a fierce battle that eliminated many Japanese aggressors. Actually, the company was established in May 1928 and had distinguished itself in battles even before the 1939 engagement," the veteran marine emphasized.

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"Carrying this flag through Tian'anmen Square means a lot to my company and me. It is a symbol of recognition and acknowledgment of my unit's glorious history and has become a great inspiration to my fellow officers and soldiers. It will be recorded in the company's history book and will definitely generate endless energy to propel us into combat training with full effort," he said.

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According to Yao, over the past eight years, he has witnessed his company's rapid transformation, characterized by diversified missions and overseas deployments.

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"Thanks to the use of digital platforms and upgraded hardware, we are now capable of operating in all types of environments and safeguarding our motherland's overseas interests. Personally, I have been to the Gulf of Aden and East Africa with the Navy's escort fleet, and I have seen a lot of conflicts and unrest. All of this has taught me that the world is not always at peace and faces many troubles. It is China that always promises its people peace and stability. I am grateful to the fallen soldiers who died fighting the invaders because their sacrifice brought us peace and freedom," the marine said.

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Yao added, "Thanks to my overseas deployments, I had the opportunity to witness China's rising strength on the global stage. I can now proudly tell you that whenever you need help on foreign soil, you can count on the motherland, and it will always offer firm support."

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He noted that there is a small ceremony that the flagbearers attend each morning during training days: sharing the story behind each flag with other members of the temporary team.

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"Every morning, one of us stands in front of the others, holding the honorary flag and telling the others about the accomplishments for which that flag was awarded to their unit. This activity is intended to pass on the fighting spirit of each flag to all of us.

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"I am tasked with organizing the ceremony every morning, so many of my fellow carriers told me they love this arrangement. One of them told me that his eyes filled with tears as he listened to those heroic deeds in battle. He said he could envision the valiant soldiers giving their lives to fight against enemies," Yao recalled.

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Talking about flagbearing skills, he said that besides hard and repeated training, carriers have developed useful techniques.

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"For example, I made a small tool that allows us to develop a kind of muscle memory for the proper angle between the hand and the flagpole. After a period of practice, it proved to be effective and has been adopted by all carriers," Yao said.

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After the parade, the officer said, he will return to his company and share the flags' stories and training skills with his troops.

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Pilots' aspirations

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Wei Xing, a bomber pilot from the PLA Air Force, said he will fly his aircraft as part of a bomber formation during the coming parade.

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"Flying in a parade is quite challenging — it requires skill, full attention, flawless teamwork and quick responsiveness. It is a test of how well your daily training has prepared you," said Wei, one of the Air Force's elite bomber aviators and commander of a bomber regiment.

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"To better prepare for each flight, we have made detailed plans covering every flight maneuver, and we do extensive ground training. Up in the air, the entire crew must work closely to ensure the mission is accomplished smoothly," he explained.

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Participating in the parade will help pilots like Wei improve their airmanship and strengthen overall operational capability.

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"In the past, the Chinese military didn't have advanced weaponry, but Chinese soldiers never succumbed to challenges and hardship. Now, with cutting-edge hardware, we, today's service members, will march toward victory confidently and proudly," the pilot said.

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Kang Kai, a female fighter aviator with the Air Force, said that flying a domestically built, advanced fighter in the parade is not only a personal honor but also a chance to fulfill a commitment she made 13 years ago to her predecessors.

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"In March 1952, 14 female pilots from the Air Force, the first Chinese women trained to fly since the founding of New China in 1949, operated six transport planes to fly through Tian'anmen Square. The event was witnessed by Chairman Mao Zedong and other top leaders. In 2012, the Central Military Commission held a massive ceremony in Beijing to mark the 60th anniversary of their historic flight, and I was honored to attend it," she recalled.

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During the event, some of the first 14 female aviators shared stories and memories about flying in the Air Force, especially the March 1952 flight over Tian'anmen Square, Kang said.

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"Their eyes filled with tears when recalling that once-in-a-lifetime moment. They were old, with gray hair, yet full of energy and enthusiasm as they remembered that glorious morning. It was like they had returned to their youth and the years of struggle to realize their dreams."

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On learning that Kang was from the newest batch of female pilots at that time, some of the first women fliers held her hands and said, "You young girls were born in a good era and have such a good opportunity to operate advanced aircraft. You must work hard and earn new honor for generations of female aviators."

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Kang said, "I promised I would do my best to serve the motherland."

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According to Kang, the unit she serves with has been undergoing extensive transformation for the past two years in terms of hardware and training standards.

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"The new combat plane poses demanding challenges to female aviators. I spared no effort to exercise my body and hone my flight skills, and successfully passed stringent tests to qualify for the new jet. This will be my first parade, and it is a great honor to fly the Air Force's combat jet, undergo inspection by the country and its people and demonstrate the strength of new-generation female pilots," Kang said.

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Veteran soldiers

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The Sept 3 parade will mark the sixth time for Ding Hui, a veteran tank driver who has served in the PLA Ground Force for 32 years, to take part in a national parade, and the fifth time he drives the first tank that will lead other ground vehicles.

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"I am the chief trainer of all ground vehicle drivers and the commander of the foremost tank group. I train trainers, who then train other vehicle drivers. Though I have taken part in five massive parades and driven the first tank in four of them, I still feel huge pressure because we set an even higher standard to ensure that all tanks move in perfect synchronization with each other. So, we need repeated training and precise coordination," he said.

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A major challenge for Ding is that many tanks and armored vehicles were recently delivered to troops, so operators must quickly familiarize themselves with the new equipment.

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"The knowledge and skills we acquire from parade training will enable us to build combat capability as soon as we return to our barracks. As I often tell my men, a parade is another type of combat exercise," the tank driver said.

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Ding recalled that when he joined the military and was assigned to a tank regiment 32 years ago, the first tank he drove was a Type 59, China's first domestically built battle tank.

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"Since then, I have used 18 types of tanks across three generations. I am a witness to the history of the Ground Force's hardware development over the past three decades. Compared with previous generations, our new tanks are much more advanced, with tremendous leaps in automation and information processing capabilities. Figuratively speaking, the new tank now has a brain," Ding noted.

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In his view, a parade in the PLA is not only an occasion to honor fallen heroes but also a reminder of the tradition of always following orders from the commander-in-chief.

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"All of us are ready to move from the training range to the battleground once the top commander gives the order," he said.

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Cao Guanyi, a civic affairs worker from Qitaihe, Heilongjiang province, said the Sept 3 parade will be her second time goose-stepping along Chang'an Avenue.

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"I took part in the National Day parade in October 2019 when I was a military member serving with a communications brigade of the Air Force," said Cao, who serves as head of a group of militiawomen during the training period for the coming parade.

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She noted that many of the militiawomen participating in parade training are former servicewomen.

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"Although many of us are no longer military personnel, we are bound by a sense of responsibility and mission that has never changed. No matter how our roles change, we are committed to building and safeguarding our motherland," she said.

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Inside the parade training compound, the living and training arrangements for militiawomen are identical to those of military personnel, according to Cao.

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"Although we are civilians, we adhere to the high standards observed by soldiers. We are determined to display our full enthusiasm and fighting spirit as we march before the people and the nation," she added.

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zhaolei@chinadaily.com.cn

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China is confident of creating a more unified, fair and innovative market during the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period, thanks to an improved business environment, upgraded quality standards and enhanced regulation on online platforms over the past five years, the country's top market regulator said on Friday.

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China's business environment has continued to improve since the launch of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), thereby fully stimulating entrepreneurial vitality across society, Luo Wen, head of the State Administration for Market Regulation, or SAMR, said at a news conference highlighting the country's achievements during the period.

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The country recorded a net increase of approximately 34 million self-employed households and registered a net increase of almost 20 million enterprises during the same five-year period, Luo said, adding that the time needed to open a restaurant has shortened to 15 days from 37, and 204 innovative drugs have been approved during the half-decade.

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To effectively safeguard fair competition and market order, the administration has intensified its regulation on market monopolies, he said, adding that 3,400 merger cases have been concluded in sectors such as the platform economy and natural monopolies.

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During the five-year period, the administration has continuously optimized its regulatory mechanisms, Luo said, adding that efforts are underway to streamline approval procedures and reduce corporate costs.

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According to Luo, quality indicators have risen sharply over the past five years. Indices gauging manufacturing quality competitiveness, satisfaction with quality of life services and satisfaction with public services rose to 85.86, 81.33 and 81.62, respectively.

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To support this growth, China completed the first revision in 15 years of its anti-monopoly law and a third update of its anti-unfair competition law, strengthening competition policy as a legal pillar.

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Deng Zhiyong, deputy head of the SAMR, said that while digital technologies have spurred growth and new business models, risks such as online traffic manipulation, algorithm abuse and disorderly competition are emerging.

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The administration, thereby, has unveiled a draft guideline to tighten oversight over how e-commerce and online platforms charge merchants. The guideline seeks to standardize the way platforms collect commissions, membership fees, technical service charges, information fees and marketing expenses from merchants.

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Wang Xianlin, a member of the expert advisory group on the anti-monopoly commission of the State Council — the nation's Cabinet — said, "Such efforts are expected to bring greater transparency and structure to the way online trading platforms charge merchants, and will rebalance interests and rebuild a healthy platform ecosystem."

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Yang Sheng, deputy head of the National Medical Products Administration, said on Friday that the country's pharmaceutical sector is now the world's second-largest in terms of market size. "China will continue to support global clinical trials, faster launches of more foreign-invested new medicines in the five years to come," Yang said.

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Since the beginning of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25) period, China has approved 265 innovative medical devices, he said, adding that from January to July, the administration had cleared 50 innovative drugs and 49 innovative medical devices.

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The country has also accelerated approvals for pediatric medicines and treatments for rare diseases, with 387 pediatric drugs and 147 rare-disease medicines cleared during the period, effectively meeting the needs of key patient groups, he added.

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Looking ahead, Luo from the SAMR, said the administration will continue to advance fair and unified market regulation, and consistently enhance standardized, impartial and civil law enforcement — thereby contributing more to creating a market-oriented, law-based and internationalized business environment.

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chengyu@chinadaily.com.cn

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China is confident of creating a more unified, fair and innovative market during the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period, thanks to an improved business environment, upgraded quality standards and enhanced regulation on online platforms over the past five years, the country's top market regulator said on Friday.

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China's business environment has continued to improve since the launch of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), thereby fully stimulating entrepreneurial vitality across society, Luo Wen, head of the State Administration for Market Regulation, or SAMR, said at a news conference highlighting the country's achievements during the period.

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The country recorded a net increase of approximately 34 million self-employed households and registered a net increase of almost 20 million enterprises during the same five-year period, Luo said, adding that the time needed to open a restaurant has shortened to 15 days from 37, and 204 innovative drugs have been approved during the half-decade.

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To effectively safeguard fair competition and market order, the administration has intensified its regulation on market monopolies, he said, adding that 3,400 merger cases have been concluded in sectors such as the platform economy and natural monopolies.

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During the five-year period, the administration has continuously optimized its regulatory mechanisms, Luo said, adding that efforts are underway to streamline approval procedures and reduce corporate costs.

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According to Luo, quality indicators have risen sharply over the past five years. Indices gauging manufacturing quality competitiveness, satisfaction with quality of life services and satisfaction with public services rose to 85.86, 81.33 and 81.62, respectively.

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To support this growth, China completed the first revision in 15 years of its anti-monopoly law and a third update of its anti-unfair competition law, strengthening competition policy as a legal pillar.

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Deng Zhiyong, deputy head of the SAMR, said that while digital technologies have spurred growth and new business models, risks such as online traffic manipulation, algorithm abuse and disorderly competition are emerging.

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The administration, thereby, has unveiled a draft guideline to tighten oversight over how e-commerce and online platforms charge merchants. The guideline seeks to standardize the way platforms collect commissions, membership fees, technical service charges, information fees and marketing expenses from merchants.

\n

Wang Xianlin, a member of the expert advisory group on the anti-monopoly commission of the State Council — the nation's Cabinet — said, "Such efforts are expected to bring greater transparency and structure to the way online trading platforms charge merchants, and will rebalance interests and rebuild a healthy platform ecosystem."

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Yang Sheng, deputy head of the National Medical Products Administration, said on Friday that the country's pharmaceutical sector is now the world's second-largest in terms of market size. "China will continue to support global clinical trials, faster launches of more foreign-invested new medicines in the five years to come," Yang said.

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Since the beginning of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25) period, China has approved 265 innovative medical devices, he said, adding that from January to July, the administration had cleared 50 innovative drugs and 49 innovative medical devices.

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The country has also accelerated approvals for pediatric medicines and treatments for rare diseases, with 387 pediatric drugs and 147 rare-disease medicines cleared during the period, effectively meeting the needs of key patient groups, he added.

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Looking ahead, Luo from the SAMR, said the administration will continue to advance fair and unified market regulation, and consistently enhance standardized, impartial and civil law enforcement — thereby contributing more to creating a market-oriented, law-based and internationalized business environment.

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chengyu@chinadaily.com.cn

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A designer paints colors on a porcelain figurine at a workshop in Dehua county, Fujian province, on Aug 20.

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Porcelain makers in Dehua, a county in Quanzhou, East China's Fujian province, are busily shipping porcelain crafts and figurines in the shape of pumpkins, cartoon characters and Christmas trees overseas for the upcoming Halloween and Christmas holidays, as international clients place advance orders for these annual events.

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Summer is the peak season for shipping, with porcelain products usually delivered to Xiamen, Fujian, first for Customs clearance before being shipped to overseas purchasers, local companies said.

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Dehua is China's largest base for the production and export of porcelain products. The products made locally have been exported to more than 190 countries and regions, according to the porcelain development center of Dehua.

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In the first seven months of this year, the export value of porcelain from Dehua totaled 2.14 billion yuan ($298 million), up 5.06 percent year-on-year, the center said.

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Quanzhou Shunmei Group Co, a major porcelain maker in Dehua, said that it has exported products to more than 100 countries, with exports accounting for 60 to 70 percent of its total business volume. Customers include Walmart, Universal Pictures and Starbucks.

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The tariff disputes between China and the United States have had a certain impact on its export business to the US, while demand from Europe, especially the United Kingdom and Germany, remains robust, the company said.

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"We have been cooperating with some major global corporations for a long time, and we make products for them on an order-based system. We have more than 100 designers at the company," said Zheng Pengfei, general manager of Shunmei Group.

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"The trade disputes are still having some impact on us. While stabilizing exports, we will continue to expand the domestic market," Zheng said.

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Looking back at history, Quanzhou was the starting point of the ancient Maritime Silk Road. In the Song and Yuan dynasties (960-1368), porcelain gradually became the main goods of export.

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Now in Dehua, more than 100,000 people are engaged in work related to porcelain and the number accounts for one-third of the county's total population. So far, the county has set up 54 porcelain promotion and exhibition centers in major cities of markets participating in the Belt and Road Initiative, according to the center.

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"Dehua has over 4,500 porcelain enterprises, and they have been involved in the production of three major types of products, which are artistic porcelain for export, daily-use porcelain like tableware and tea utensils, as well as porcelain carving works by masters," said Kou Wanqiong, deputy director of the center.

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Meanwhile, the county has continued to innovate the sector with advanced technologies. It has launched a research institute that focuses on the research of new materials for making porcelain and has also built the world's first 5G smart factory for producing daily-use porcelain.

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Contact the writers at zhuwenqian@chinadaily.com.cn

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Comedian Fang Zhuren engages with the audience during her latest stand-up special. Fang burst onto the country's stand-up comedy scene as the dark horse of the hit online competition The King of Stand-Up Comedy Season Two.

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Comedian Fang Zhuren engages with the audience during her latest stand-up special. Fang burst onto the country's stand-up comedy scene as the dark horse of the hit online competition The King of Stand-Up Comedy Season Two.

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Comedian Fang Zhuren engages with the audience during her latest stand-up special. Fang burst onto the country's stand-up comedy scene as the dark horse of the hit online competition The King of Stand-Up Comedy Season Two.

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A 50-year-old woman from a rural village in Shandong province, the comedian has only a junior high school education.

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This summer, Fang Zhuren (a stage name, with the surname Fang), a 50-year-old woman from a rural village in Shandong province with only a middle school education, burst onto the country's stand-up comedy scene as the dark horse of the hit online competition, The King of Stand-Up Comedy Season Two.

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The turning point came two years ago, when, in her own words, she was trapped by endless housework and an oppressive marriage. She was desperate for an escape.

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Then, on a whim in March 2023, she scraped together 220 yuan ($30.62) to watch a live show by Li Bo, a female comedian from Shenyang, Liaoning province, who has over 13 million followers on the short-video platform Douyin.

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That night, during the interactive segment, the performer spotted Fang in the audience.

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"What do you do for a living?" She asked Fang, handing the microphone to her, who was sitting in the second row with a mask and looked slightly uneasy.

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"I'm the director of the information center in our village," Fang replied.

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"What kind of information do you handle?" the comedian asked.

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"Oh, things like which family's daughter hasn't returned in two years, who owes money and won't pay it back, or which mother-in-law and daughter-in-law got into another fight. … That's pretty much the kind of news I keep track of," Fang deadpanned.

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The crowd erupted in laughter and applause.

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Fang's quick-witted, humorous improvised answer stole the show, and the clip later went viral, amassing millions of views online.

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Impressed, the comedian invited Fang to join a comedy training session, and even got Fang's travel, accommodation, and training expenses covered.

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That marked the beginning of Fang's journey into becoming a stand-up comedian.

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Stand-up comedy then became Fang's catharsis, not only allowing her to release years of pent-up frustration from her marriage and family life, but finally giving her the courage to walk away from her "toxic 30-year relationship" and start anew.

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In her debut on the aforementioned comedy competition, Fang delivered a hilarious yet touching set about how stand-up comedy empowered her to divorce her husband and build a new life with her two daughters.

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The performance quickly made her a viral sensation.

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Yang Tianzhen, a judge on the show, remarks that Fang embodies the resilient spirit of Chinese women, with strength forged through adversity.

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"She is a precious gem in the stand-up comedy industry," Yang adds.

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Tan Xiaohong, producer of the show, admits she initially had doubts when first encountering Fang's audition tape.

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"Her set was electrifying, a raw account of her life story," she recalls. "But I worried whether that magic could be replicated in the following competition rounds.

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"When we met in person, all my doubts vanished. Her raw authenticity and strong ability to consistently transform life experiences into comedy made casting her an undeniable choice," says Tan.

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Raised in a small village south of Linyi city, Shandong, Fang quit middle school when her family could no longer afford her education.

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"I'd read anything with words on it, even medication instructions. Back then, the only books I could get my hands on were classics. I particularly loved reading Dream of the Red Chamber," Fang recalls in a recent podcast program.

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After leaving school, she worked in textile and brick factories, sending her earnings home to fund her younger brother's greenhouse and her ailing mother's medical treatments.

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At 20, she got married. Her then-husband, and now ex-husband, ran a fruit shop while she became a housewife raising two daughters.

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In 2010, with her youngest still a toddler and her then-father-in-law bedridden after a stroke, Fang shouldered his care alone, changing his diapers, feeding and bathing him.

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"My ex never lifted a finger; he just criticized me. To drown him out, I bought a smartphone and listened to podcasts on Ximalaya (a podcast platform) while doing household chores," she says. That's how she discovered stand-up comedy.

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After she was offered a chance to train in Shenyang, Fang began weaving her struggles, including domestic violence and rural sexism, into her sets.

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For months, she bombed at open mic events, tense and unsure.

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Fang was hired as a theater hand to cover the living costs.

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Then, one day, everything clicked.

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"Stand-up soon became my release. The more I spoke, the lighter I felt. I stopped disliking the man; I pitied him. Comedy helped me make peace with life," Fang says.

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With the emotional strength and financial independence that comedy provides, Fang decided to live life on her terms.

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Powerfully closing her competition debut, she announced: "My parents never remember my birthday, but two years ago, I decided that it's April 8. Because on April 8, 2023, I was signed as a comedian."

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"On April 8, 2024, I left with just my daughters and divorce papers." The crowd broke into thunderous applause. "April 8, 2025? Nothing special. Just a peaceful, happy day," she adds.

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Her elder daughter says on social media: "My mom is just talented, the kind of talent that need not be proved via certificates."

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"Her persistence (in the comedian's job) sets us an example."

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Contact the writer at xingwen@chinadaily.com.cn

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Comedian Fang Zhuren engages with the audience during her latest stand-up special. Fang burst onto the country's stand-up comedy scene as the dark horse of the hit online competition The King of Stand-Up Comedy Season Two.

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Comedian Fang Zhuren engages with the audience during her latest stand-up special. Fang burst onto the country's stand-up comedy scene as the dark horse of the hit online competition The King of Stand-Up Comedy Season Two.

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Comedian Fang Zhuren engages with the audience during her latest stand-up special. Fang burst onto the country's stand-up comedy scene as the dark horse of the hit online competition The King of Stand-Up Comedy Season Two.

\n

A 50-year-old woman from a rural village in Shandong province, the comedian has only a junior high school education.

\n

This summer, Fang Zhuren (a stage name, with the surname Fang), a 50-year-old woman from a rural village in Shandong province with only a middle school education, burst onto the country's stand-up comedy scene as the dark horse of the hit online competition, The King of Stand-Up Comedy Season Two.

\n

The turning point came two years ago, when, in her own words, she was trapped by endless housework and an oppressive marriage. She was desperate for an escape.

\n

Then, on a whim in March 2023, she scraped together 220 yuan ($30.62) to watch a live show by Li Bo, a female comedian from Shenyang, Liaoning province, who has over 13 million followers on the short-video platform Douyin.

\n

That night, during the interactive segment, the performer spotted Fang in the audience.

\n

"What do you do for a living?" She asked Fang, handing the microphone to her, who was sitting in the second row with a mask and looked slightly uneasy.

\n

"I'm the director of the information center in our village," Fang replied.

\n

"What kind of information do you handle?" the comedian asked.

\n

"Oh, things like which family's daughter hasn't returned in two years, who owes money and won't pay it back, or which mother-in-law and daughter-in-law got into another fight. … That's pretty much the kind of news I keep track of," Fang deadpanned.

\n

The crowd erupted in laughter and applause.

\n

Fang's quick-witted, humorous improvised answer stole the show, and the clip later went viral, amassing millions of views online.

\n

Impressed, the comedian invited Fang to join a comedy training session, and even got Fang's travel, accommodation, and training expenses covered.

\n

That marked the beginning of Fang's journey into becoming a stand-up comedian.

\n

Stand-up comedy then became Fang's catharsis, not only allowing her to release years of pent-up frustration from her marriage and family life, but finally giving her the courage to walk away from her "toxic 30-year relationship" and start anew.

\n

In her debut on the aforementioned comedy competition, Fang delivered a hilarious yet touching set about how stand-up comedy empowered her to divorce her husband and build a new life with her two daughters.

\n

The performance quickly made her a viral sensation.

\n

Yang Tianzhen, a judge on the show, remarks that Fang embodies the resilient spirit of Chinese women, with strength forged through adversity.

\n

"She is a precious gem in the stand-up comedy industry," Yang adds.

\n

Tan Xiaohong, producer of the show, admits she initially had doubts when first encountering Fang's audition tape.

\n

"Her set was electrifying, a raw account of her life story," she recalls. "But I worried whether that magic could be replicated in the following competition rounds.

\n

"When we met in person, all my doubts vanished. Her raw authenticity and strong ability to consistently transform life experiences into comedy made casting her an undeniable choice," says Tan.

\n

Raised in a small village south of Linyi city, Shandong, Fang quit middle school when her family could no longer afford her education.

\n

"I'd read anything with words on it, even medication instructions. Back then, the only books I could get my hands on were classics. I particularly loved reading Dream of the Red Chamber," Fang recalls in a recent podcast program.

\n

After leaving school, she worked in textile and brick factories, sending her earnings home to fund her younger brother's greenhouse and her ailing mother's medical treatments.

\n

At 20, she got married. Her then-husband, and now ex-husband, ran a fruit shop while she became a housewife raising two daughters.

\n

In 2010, with her youngest still a toddler and her then-father-in-law bedridden after a stroke, Fang shouldered his care alone, changing his diapers, feeding and bathing him.

\n

"My ex never lifted a finger; he just criticized me. To drown him out, I bought a smartphone and listened to podcasts on Ximalaya (a podcast platform) while doing household chores," she says. That's how she discovered stand-up comedy.

\n

After she was offered a chance to train in Shenyang, Fang began weaving her struggles, including domestic violence and rural sexism, into her sets.

\n

For months, she bombed at open mic events, tense and unsure.

\n

Fang was hired as a theater hand to cover the living costs.

\n

Then, one day, everything clicked.

\n

"Stand-up soon became my release. The more I spoke, the lighter I felt. I stopped disliking the man; I pitied him. Comedy helped me make peace with life," Fang says.

\n

With the emotional strength and financial independence that comedy provides, Fang decided to live life on her terms.

\n

Powerfully closing her competition debut, she announced: "My parents never remember my birthday, but two years ago, I decided that it's April 8. Because on April 8, 2023, I was signed as a comedian."

\n

"On April 8, 2024, I left with just my daughters and divorce papers." The crowd broke into thunderous applause. "April 8, 2025? Nothing special. Just a peaceful, happy day," she adds.

\n

Her elder daughter says on social media: "My mom is just talented, the kind of talent that need not be proved via certificates."

\n

"Her persistence (in the comedian's job) sets us an example."

\n

Contact the writer at xingwen@chinadaily.com.cn

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