Chinese researchers have developed a spectroscopic chip with a novel technique that offers an unprecedented combination of exceptional resolution and a panoramic view, unlocking the potential for sharper, faster and wider scans of the universe.
\nWhile conventional high-resolution spectrometers are often bulky and heavy, the chip, named RAFAEL in English and Yuheng in Chinese, is the size of a mobile phone SIM card, researchers from Tsinghua University said. The study was published in the international journal Nature on Oct 15.
\nTaking the technology's application in astronomy as an example, Fang Lu, research leader and professor at Tsinghua University's Department of Electrical Engineering, said the chip is capable of capturing full spectral data with sub-angstrom resolution for about 10,000 stars per second.
\n"Using traditional scanning methods, compiling complete spectra for all stars in the Milky Way would take thousands of years," Fang said. "This chip could potentially reduce that time to under a decade."
\nMoreover, its miniaturized design also allows it to be mounted on satellites or deep-space probes, bringing hope for charting unprecedented spectral maps of the universe in the coming years, she added.
\nThe core innovation embedded in the spectroscopic imager resolves a long-standing challenge in spectral imaging — the trade-off between resolution and field breadth, which means that extreme clarity and fine details can only be achieved at the expense of a broad field of view, and vice versa.
\nFang and her team overcame this dilemma by employing advanced computational imaging methods and reconfigurable integrated photonics based on lithium niobate.
\n"The result is a snapshot spectroscopy with 10-megapixel-level spatial resolution and a sub-angstrom spectral resolution across visible and near-infrared wavelengths," she said.
\nIt gives spectrometers the capability to discern light wavelengths down to ten-millionths of a millimeter and detect the slightest energy variations while simultaneously capturing wide-field scenes in high detail, according to Fang.
\n"This new technique significantly surpasses existing international counterparts in snapshot spectroscopy, improving the spectral resolution by two orders of magnitude," Fang said.
\nShe added that an on-chip prototype of the technology measures 2 centimeters in length and width, with a depth of 0.5 centimeters, making it highly portable and adaptable for future space and astronomical applications.
\nAccording to the research paper, experimental results have shown the technique's promising practical applications for material identification, plant health, autonomous driving, atomic spectroscopy, astronomical observation and other fields.
\nFang said operations are underway to put the technique into use on large-aperture telescopes at observatories in Xinglong county in Hebei province, Lijiang in Yunnan province and the Canary Islands of Spain.
\n"The study marks not an endpoint, but a beginning, showing how intelligent photonics can keep pushing the boundaries of what light can reveal," she said.
\nwangxiaoyu@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", - "content": "Chinese researchers have developed a spectroscopic chip with a novel technique that offers an unprecedented combination of exceptional resolution and a panoramic view, unlocking the potential for sharper, faster and wider scans of the universe.
\nWhile conventional high-resolution spectrometers are often bulky and heavy, the chip, named RAFAEL in English and Yuheng in Chinese, is the size of a mobile phone SIM card, researchers from Tsinghua University said. The study was published in the international journal Nature on Oct 15.
\nTaking the technology's application in astronomy as an example, Fang Lu, research leader and professor at Tsinghua University's Department of Electrical Engineering, said the chip is capable of capturing full spectral data with sub-angstrom resolution for about 10,000 stars per second.
\n"Using traditional scanning methods, compiling complete spectra for all stars in the Milky Way would take thousands of years," Fang said. "This chip could potentially reduce that time to under a decade."
\nMoreover, its miniaturized design also allows it to be mounted on satellites or deep-space probes, bringing hope for charting unprecedented spectral maps of the universe in the coming years, she added.
\nThe core innovation embedded in the spectroscopic imager resolves a long-standing challenge in spectral imaging — the trade-off between resolution and field breadth, which means that extreme clarity and fine details can only be achieved at the expense of a broad field of view, and vice versa.
\nFang and her team overcame this dilemma by employing advanced computational imaging methods and reconfigurable integrated photonics based on lithium niobate.
\n"The result is a snapshot spectroscopy with 10-megapixel-level spatial resolution and a sub-angstrom spectral resolution across visible and near-infrared wavelengths," she said.
\nIt gives spectrometers the capability to discern light wavelengths down to ten-millionths of a millimeter and detect the slightest energy variations while simultaneously capturing wide-field scenes in high detail, according to Fang.
\n"This new technique significantly surpasses existing international counterparts in snapshot spectroscopy, improving the spectral resolution by two orders of magnitude," Fang said.
\nShe added that an on-chip prototype of the technology measures 2 centimeters in length and width, with a depth of 0.5 centimeters, making it highly portable and adaptable for future space and astronomical applications.
\nAccording to the research paper, experimental results have shown the technique's promising practical applications for material identification, plant health, autonomous driving, atomic spectroscopy, astronomical observation and other fields.
\nFang said operations are underway to put the technique into use on large-aperture telescopes at observatories in Xinglong county in Hebei province, Lijiang in Yunnan province and the Canary Islands of Spain.
\n"The study marks not an endpoint, but a beginning, showing how intelligent photonics can keep pushing the boundaries of what light can reveal," she said.
\nwangxiaoyu@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nAccording to a statement released by the Supreme People's Procuratorate on Tuesday, prosecutors across the country filed more than 2,100 cases and charged over 4,400 suspects with crimes related to the infringement of citizens' personal information during the first three quarters of 2025.The statement noted that these crimes are showing new features and evolving patterns that merit closer attention.
\nProsecutors said that some criminal groups are closely tracking the needs of the underground data-trading market, targeting, organizing and analyzing citizens' information to provide customized "raw data" services to downstream offenders.
\nIn one case, a man surnamed Han and several co-defendants are being prosecuted for running an illegal "car-tracking" business that spanned multiple provinces. The group allegedly hacked parking-platform software systems to steal vehicle entry and exit data, installed hidden GPS trackers without owners' consent and sold drivers' route information to paying clients.
\nOther offenders have used web crawlers, Trojan viruses and penetration tools to infiltrate systems containing personal data, the statement said.
\nOnce obtained, the information was sold in bulk for profit — some of it later used in telecom fraud and other illegal activities.
\nThe statement also highlighted the rise of doxing, the public exposure of personal information. Doxing occurs when offenders obtain victims' private data from databases built on illegally collected personal information and publish or spread it online to incite harassment and abuse, fueling cyberbullying.
\nThe Supreme People's Procuratorate said it will intensify enforcement against personal-information crimes, enhance coordination between administrative and criminal investigations, and crack down on every step and link involved in such offenses.
\nProsecutors will also leverage public-interest litigation to protect citizens' private information, promote joint governance and strengthen legal education to raise public awareness.
\nThe goal, the statement said, is to foster a shared social consensus on protecting personal data and maintaining information security.
\nyangzekun@chinadaily.com.cn
\nGoing by Paris Prosecutor Laure Beccuau's description, the thieves that broke into the Louvre Museum on Sunday morning stole jewelry that has "sentimental value and is priceless". The perpetrators of the crime used an angle grinder to force open a window of the museum and then used the same tool to threaten security guards.
\nIn an interview with France Inter radio, French Interior Minister Laurent Nu�0�9ez said, "Individuals entered the Louvre Museum …using an external freight elevator that was positioned on a truck."
\nPhotographs taken shortly after the incident showed the police sealing off the area near the Seine where the perpetrators had erected the freight elevator. This shows that those who carried out the crime were not ordinary burglars, but highly organized criminals who understood both the strengths as well as the blind spots of one of the most secure institutions in Europe.
\nBy installing a freight elevator on a public street, they exploited a simple loophole: the disconnect between internal museum security and external municipal surveillance. Inside the Louvre security is tight — there are metal detectors, and limits on the bag size visitors can carry inside. However, a freight elevator on a truck bed parked outside the museum would not draw anybody's attention; even patrolling police, if there were any, would mistake it for a moving company or construction company's vehicle and equipment.
\nThe last recorded theft at the Louvre dates back to 1998, when a painting by French painter Camille Corot was stolen in broad daylight and has never been recovered. Over the years, the Louvre's security system has improved; entry protocols have become more complex. Yet the criminals, too, have equipped themselves with more sophisticated tools and become more daring.
\nThe latest heist sends a warning that no system is ever foolproof. What is especially troubling is not merely the loss of valuables, but also the precedent it sets.
\nIf criminals can break into one of the most protected museums in the world, what stops others from doing the same elsewhere? The technique could, in theory, be replicated at other museums, government offices, corporate archives, or even private residences.
\nWhat needs to be improved is coordination between institutions and city authorities. Museums might be equipped with the best internal security system, but if the city-level surveillance system fails to flag suspicious activity outside the museum walls, the system remains incomplete. Urban safety demands integration between private and public monitoring, between human vigilance and automated intelligence.
\nParis, like many European capitals, has invested heavily in security infrastructure since the mid-2010s, when terrorist attacks transformed public safety priorities. Yet the Louvre heist shows that such security infrastructure can be circumvented.
\nIt's time the whole security environment underwent a thorough review to prevent similar crimes from happening again. The Louvre incident tells us that safety cannot be taken for granted, even in the heart of civilization's greatest cities. Paris now faces the task of not only finding those behind the theft but also closing the security gaps, the latter being a task many other European cities need to undertake.
\nWe hope this case is cracked at the earliest and that it serves as a wakeup call that security in modern metropolises should never be taken lightly.
\n", - "content": "Going by Paris Prosecutor Laure Beccuau's description, the thieves that broke into the Louvre Museum on Sunday morning stole jewelry that has "sentimental value and is priceless". The perpetrators of the crime used an angle grinder to force open a window of the museum and then used the same tool to threaten security guards.
\nIn an interview with France Inter radio, French Interior Minister Laurent Nu�0�9ez said, "Individuals entered the Louvre Museum …using an external freight elevator that was positioned on a truck."
\nPhotographs taken shortly after the incident showed the police sealing off the area near the Seine where the perpetrators had erected the freight elevator. This shows that those who carried out the crime were not ordinary burglars, but highly organized criminals who understood both the strengths as well as the blind spots of one of the most secure institutions in Europe.
\nBy installing a freight elevator on a public street, they exploited a simple loophole: the disconnect between internal museum security and external municipal surveillance. Inside the Louvre security is tight — there are metal detectors, and limits on the bag size visitors can carry inside. However, a freight elevator on a truck bed parked outside the museum would not draw anybody's attention; even patrolling police, if there were any, would mistake it for a moving company or construction company's vehicle and equipment.
\nThe last recorded theft at the Louvre dates back to 1998, when a painting by French painter Camille Corot was stolen in broad daylight and has never been recovered. Over the years, the Louvre's security system has improved; entry protocols have become more complex. Yet the criminals, too, have equipped themselves with more sophisticated tools and become more daring.
\nThe latest heist sends a warning that no system is ever foolproof. What is especially troubling is not merely the loss of valuables, but also the precedent it sets.
\nIf criminals can break into one of the most protected museums in the world, what stops others from doing the same elsewhere? The technique could, in theory, be replicated at other museums, government offices, corporate archives, or even private residences.
\nWhat needs to be improved is coordination between institutions and city authorities. Museums might be equipped with the best internal security system, but if the city-level surveillance system fails to flag suspicious activity outside the museum walls, the system remains incomplete. Urban safety demands integration between private and public monitoring, between human vigilance and automated intelligence.
\nParis, like many European capitals, has invested heavily in security infrastructure since the mid-2010s, when terrorist attacks transformed public safety priorities. Yet the Louvre heist shows that such security infrastructure can be circumvented.
\nIt's time the whole security environment underwent a thorough review to prevent similar crimes from happening again. The Louvre incident tells us that safety cannot be taken for granted, even in the heart of civilization's greatest cities. Paris now faces the task of not only finding those behind the theft but also closing the security gaps, the latter being a task many other European cities need to undertake.
\nWe hope this case is cracked at the earliest and that it serves as a wakeup call that security in modern metropolises should never be taken lightly.
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The Sinotruk Global Partners Conference is held on Saturday in Qingdao, Shandong province.
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Sinotruk's flagship truck products are showcased during the conference.
\nThemed We leap We link We lead, the Sinotruk Global Partners Conference opened on Saturday in Qingdao, Shandong province, revealed the trends and opportunities in the commercial vehicle sector and showcased the reasons behind the outstanding market performance of the Chinese heavy-duty truck manufacturer based in Jinan, Shandong province.
\nFocusing on key topics such as global development and win-win industry chain cooperation, the event attracted 620 Sinotruk partners from 97 countries and regions to share new initiatives for the industry's future development.
\nCentering on seven core application scenarios, the vehicles on display presented innovations across the full industry chain and displayed Sinotruk's strong product range.
\nScenario-driven innovation
\nAs the core area of the event, the new energy exhibition sector was represented by four flagship products. The SITRAK G7H pure electric tractor was launched to meet the high-efficiency needs of trunk line logistics; the HOWO TS7 range-extended heavy-duty truck and SITRAK C3H range-extended light truck provide hybrid technology to reduce a driver's range anxiety; and the S6 EV pickup, with flexible energy replenishment and stable range, suits the needs of multiple scenarios and is aimed at promoting the large-scale application of zero-carbon transportation.
\nIn the transportation scenario exhibition area for modern logistics hubs, the SITRAK C9H 4x2 tractor and SITRAK C3 pure electric light truck were the focus, representing the connection between efficiency and value. As a model of high-end heavy-duty trucks, the SITRAK C9H tractor is equipped with a high thermal efficiency engine and comprehensive intelligent safety configurations. The SITRAK C3 pure electric light truck focuses on modern logistics. With a maximum range of over 400 kilometers, it is becoming an ideal choice for high-density urban distribution.
\nThe end-to-end operation scenario exhibition area for large-scale infrastructure construction launched two "infrastructure pioneers": the HOWO TX PRO 6x4 dump truck and SITRAK G7S 8x4 concrete mixter. These vehicles have been optimized for infrastructure scenarios, with improved load-bearing capacity of the frame system and overall stiffness of the rear suspension. They can handle extreme working conditions and high-intensity operation cycles with ease, becoming important tools to improve project quality and ensure schedules.
\nThe mining scenario exhibition area focused on the full-chain needs. The Yellow River 135 mining vehicle adopts a three-layer reinforced frame. Equipped with hardcore configurations, it ensures stable attendance rates under long-term high-intensity operations. The new generation of SITRAK heavy-duty new energy dump trucks was made to reshape the value of mine transportation with zero emission and super-lifting capacity. The S6 commercial pickup, with high-efficiency power train and flexible mobility, becomes an efficient partner for full-scenario operations in mines.
\nThe exhibition vehicles in the comprehensive logistics scenario exhibition area showed the company's effort in meeting the diversified and energy-saving needs of scenarios such as industrial raw material transportation and supply chain transportation. As customized equipment for cold-chain logistics, the HOWO T3H refrigerated truck saves more than 11.8 percent of fuel, becoming an ideal choice for coldchain practitioners to achieve low consumption and high efficiency. The HOWO TH7-N and HOWO TS7 achieved systematic energy saving from the power source to detailed design.
\nIn the comfortable living scenario exhibition area, the VAN's business travel version was upgraded with more space and high-quality performance. The S9 off-road pickup meets the needs of outdoor enthusiasts.
\nIn the all-rounder scenario exhibition area for professional transportation and special operations, two special vehicles — the SITRAK 6X6 all-wheel drive tractor and HOWO TX all-wheel drive dump truck — have broken through many limitations. The HOWO TX all-wheel drive dump truck is equipped with a full-time drive system and its four sets of differential locks can achieve 100 percent locking according to road conditions. Its overall stiffness is increased by 25 percent, making it more reliable under extreme working conditions.
\nStrategic upgrading
\nSinotruk is among the pioneers of China's heavy-duty automobile industry, as it manufactured China's first heavy-duty automobile in 1960. In recent years, it has become a prominent player in the global market and achieved brilliant results. From January to September, the production and sales volume of Sinotruk's heavy-duty trucks ranked first in the world, creating a milestone in the global commercial vehicle industry, said Liu Wei, the company's general manager.
\nIn 2025, Sinotruk's export business achieved high-level growth and the annual export sales volume of heavy-duty trucks is expected to exceed 150,000 units, five times that of 2020, Liu said. From January to September, Sinotruk exported 111,000 heavy-duty trucks, a year-on-year increase of 24.5 percent. Sales in the African and Southeast Asian markets increased by 37.4 and 41.5 percent year-on-year respectively, and sales in the Middle East market increased by 28.7 percent year-on-year.
\n"In the next five years, we predict that the global commercial vehicle market will still maintain strong resilience. By 2030, the capacity of the global heavy-duty truck market and light truck market will be 1.4 million units and 700,000 units respectively. Compared with Sinotruk's export of more than 150,000 heavy-duty trucks and 10,000 light trucks this year, there is still huge potential for market growth. The global market capacity of pickups and vans will reach 6.5 million units and 1.6 million units respectively," Liu said.
\nLiu Zhengtao, chairman of Sinotruk, said that by 2030, Sinotruk will celebrate its 100th birthday. To this end, the company will continue to promote transformations in green development, digital intelligence, the after-sales market, international performance, and diversification in products.
\nCurrently, Sinotruk has established 10 complete vehicle production bases in China, with a maximum monthly production capacity of 30,000 heavy-duty trucks. With the in-depth application of big data and artificial intelligence, the automation rate of key processes has reached more than 60 percent.
\nIn the next five years, Sinotruk plans to invest a total of more than $4 billion in research and development and build a professional R&D team with more than 8,000 people. Additionally, it has set up an independent overseas product R&D institution to develop customized products for overseas markets.
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The exhibition stand of Beijing Huairou National Comprehensive Science Center at the 27th China Beijing International High-Tech Expo in May.
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), Beijing has significantly bolstered its innovation capabilities, competitiveness, and influence as an international sci-tech hub, becoming key in the global innovation network.
\nZhang Jihong, director of the Beijing Science and Technology Commission and the Administrative Commission of Zhongguancun Science Park, said that the city, in collaboration with the Ministry of Science and Technology, has developed and executed a series of policies to advance its status as an international innovation center. These efforts have resulted in the initiation of 1,105 key projects and major tasks.
\nThe city has made remarkable strides in various fields, consistently achieving top rankings. For example, it has held the top spot worldwide in the "Nature Index — Science Cities" for eight consecutive years and ranked third globally in the "International Science and Technology Innovation Index" for three consecutive years. Additionally, its research and development investment intensity has consistently remained around 6 percent, placing it among the leading innovative cities worldwide.
\nIn 2024, Beijing led the nation in several metrics, including the number of high-value invention patents per 10,000 people; the transaction volume of technology contracts; and the number of national high-tech companies and specialized, sophisticated small and medium-sized enterprises.
\nIt has focused on developing a robust innovation platform and resource layout, establishing itself as a key source of independent and original innovation in China. The city has built 145 national key laboratories, and the Beijing Huairou National Comprehensive Science Center hosts 37 sci-tech facility platforms, with 29 in the research phase.
\nThe "three cities and one area "strategy, which includes the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area and the science cities of Zhongguancun, Huairou and Changping, has fostered enhanced coordination and integration over the past five years. These areas collectively account for nearly 30 percent of Beijing's enterprises and 60 percent of its R&D personnel and funding.
\nZhongguancun continues to serve as a "test field" for reform, with all 24 major pilot reform measures fully implemented and innovative policies such as "paying after using sci-tech achievements" being adopted nationwide.
\nIn terms of systemic reform and talent cultivation, Beijing has established a leading group to enhance educational support for science, technology, and talent development.
\nLeveraging high-quality resources, including 92 universities, 34"Double First-Class" universities, and 185 first-class disciplines, Beijing has optimized its academic and specialty layout, fostered topnotch innovative talent, strengthened organized scientific research, and accelerated the transformation of sci-tech achievements.
\nTo support young talents, over 80 percent of the Beijing Natural Science Foundation projects are taken on by individuals under the age of 45.
\n"A positive cycle of 'education cultivates talent — talent leads innovation — innovation drives development' has initially taken shape," said Zhang Yaotian, deputy director of the Beijing Education Commission.
\nThe exhibition stand of Beijing Huairou National Comprehensive Science Center at the 27th China Beijing International High-Tech Expo in May.
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), Beijing has significantly bolstered its innovation capabilities, competitiveness, and influence as an international sci-tech hub, becoming key in the global innovation network.
\nZhang Jihong, director of the Beijing Science and Technology Commission and the Administrative Commission of Zhongguancun Science Park, said that the city, in collaboration with the Ministry of Science and Technology, has developed and executed a series of policies to advance its status as an international innovation center. These efforts have resulted in the initiation of 1,105 key projects and major tasks.
\nThe city has made remarkable strides in various fields, consistently achieving top rankings. For example, it has held the top spot worldwide in the "Nature Index — Science Cities" for eight consecutive years and ranked third globally in the "International Science and Technology Innovation Index" for three consecutive years. Additionally, its research and development investment intensity has consistently remained around 6 percent, placing it among the leading innovative cities worldwide.
\nIn 2024, Beijing led the nation in several metrics, including the number of high-value invention patents per 10,000 people; the transaction volume of technology contracts; and the number of national high-tech companies and specialized, sophisticated small and medium-sized enterprises.
\nIt has focused on developing a robust innovation platform and resource layout, establishing itself as a key source of independent and original innovation in China. The city has built 145 national key laboratories, and the Beijing Huairou National Comprehensive Science Center hosts 37 sci-tech facility platforms, with 29 in the research phase.
\nThe "three cities and one area "strategy, which includes the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area and the science cities of Zhongguancun, Huairou and Changping, has fostered enhanced coordination and integration over the past five years. These areas collectively account for nearly 30 percent of Beijing's enterprises and 60 percent of its R&D personnel and funding.
\nZhongguancun continues to serve as a "test field" for reform, with all 24 major pilot reform measures fully implemented and innovative policies such as "paying after using sci-tech achievements" being adopted nationwide.
\nIn terms of systemic reform and talent cultivation, Beijing has established a leading group to enhance educational support for science, technology, and talent development.
\nLeveraging high-quality resources, including 92 universities, 34"Double First-Class" universities, and 185 first-class disciplines, Beijing has optimized its academic and specialty layout, fostered topnotch innovative talent, strengthened organized scientific research, and accelerated the transformation of sci-tech achievements.
\nTo support young talents, over 80 percent of the Beijing Natural Science Foundation projects are taken on by individuals under the age of 45.
\n"A positive cycle of 'education cultivates talent — talent leads innovation — innovation drives development' has initially taken shape," said Zhang Yaotian, deputy director of the Beijing Education Commission.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-22/014/20251022_014_01_52999.png\")
\nWith mechanization rates for key staple crops reaching near-saturation levels, China's agricultural machinery market is undergoing a key shift, moving from volume-driven growth to a new phase marked by the replacement of existing fleets with more sophisticated technology, senior executives said.
\nAccording to figures from global agricultural machinery and construction equipment manufacturer Case New Holland (CNH), the mechanization rate in China for corn has hit 90.6 percent, while wheat comes in at 97.6 percent. The rates for rice and soybeans stand at 86.9 percent and 87.9 percent, respectively.
\nThe mature state of mechanization for China's major crops, according to industry insiders, provides a strong foundation for the agricultural machinery industry to move beyond simply expanding mechanization and instead focus on enhancing the quality and capabilities of its equipment.
\n"It is a stage of quantitative change to qualitative change, a process of replacing the old with high-end, large-scale, high-efficiency and intelligent equipment," said Li Kang, manager for CNH China and Mongolia. "For agricultural machinery manufacturers, this means substantial market opportunity."
\nTaking the tractor market as an example, while overall sales have declined year-to-date compared to last year, the segment above 200 horsepower has seen growth. The same holds true for combine harvesters, where models with feeding capacities exceeding 10 kilograms per second have also achieved growth over the previous year, Li said.
\n"We have tractors over 200 horsepower and combine harvesters with feeding capacities over 10 kg per second — these are product lines where we hold a competitive advantage," Li added.
\nGoing forward, Li said that the company will continue to deepen its focus in these areas of expertise and introduce designs that are better tailored to the needs and development of Chinese agriculture.
\nIn April last year, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and the Ministry of Finance issued a guideline, making it clear to direct greater subsidy support toward high-end products, including intelligent tractors, smart combine harvesters, high-performance planters and intelligent navigation terminals.
\nConcurrently, the policy mandates a gradual reduction and eventual elimination of subsidies for traditional agricultural machinery deemed high in energy consumption, low in efficiency and technologically obsolete.
\nLuca Mainardi, president of CNH Asia-Pacific, said that considering the recent policy changes in China's agricultural machinery subsidies, the government's clear preference for supporting high-efficiency, large-scale equipment has had a positive impact on the company.
\nA survey conducted by the China Agricultural Machinery Distribution Association showed in 2024 that the value of agricultural machinery that is updated and replaced nationwide each year is estimated to be around 300 billion yuan ($42.14 billion).
\nChina has expanded the scope of subsidies for replacing old and worn-out agricultural machinery and raised subsidy levels this year, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs in February.
\n"Considering the current complex situation with tariffs and so on, as well as China's advantages in supply chains, we believe we should keep increasing our level of localization," said Mainardi.
\n"This not only meets domestic product demand and enhances our competitiveness in China, but also leverages the advantages of China's supply chain to allow CNH products made in China to be exported," Mainardi added.
\nwangkeju@chinadaily.com.cn
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Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant attempts a shot against the New Orleans Pelicans during an NBA preseason game on Oct 14 in Birmingham, Alabama.
\nHOUSTON — Kevin Durant said Monday that signing an extension with the Houston Rockets was a "no brainer".
\nDurant spoke of the deal a day after he signed the two-year extension that could keep the superstar with the Rockets through the 2027-28 season, and a day before playing his first game with the team after a blockbuster summer trade.
\n"I'm excited," he said after practice. "That's what the intent was when I came here — to try to build with this group as long as possible. So, it was a no brainer to sign on that line."
\nThe second year of the extension is at Durant's option. ESPN, which first reported the agreement, cited Durant's business partner Rich Kleiman and said it could be worth $90 million. If Durant plays both seasons as planned, that $90 million would push his career on-court earnings to nearly $600 million — which could be an NBA record, depending on how long LeBron James continues to play.
\nDurant — a 15-time All-Star, one of only seven players in NBA history with that many selections — was eligible for an extension that could have been worth $122 million. He opted for less, a move that will provide the Rockets plenty of flexibility for other deals going forward.
\nDurant said discussions with general manager Rafael Stone and coach Ime Udoka made him feel good about the deal they agreed to.
\n"Talking to Rafael and Ime, how they wanted to build the team and how I see myself in this organization, I just thought it was a perfect contract for us," he said. "So, I'm glad we could get that out of the way. We won't have to worry about external noise throughout the season ifididn't have the contract signed. So (now we can) just worry about basketball and focus on the season."
\nThe Rockets open the season Tuesday night against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
\nTeammate Alperen Sengun was thrilled to learn that Durant would be staying with the Rockets beyond this season and said it meant a lot to see him take less money to remain in Houston.
\n"We see how bad he wants to play, how bad he wants to win," Sengun said. "I saw he took a pay cut, too, and that's important. We already know how much he cares about the team, how much he helps everybody. So happy to see that."
\nDurant joined the Rockets from Phoenix in July as part of a seven-team trade that sent Jalen Green, the second overall pick in the 2021 draft, and Dillon Brooks to the Suns. With Durant on the team, and point guard Fred VanVleet out for the season with a knee injury, the Rockets plan to employ a jumbo starting lineup to start the season.
\nUdoka said Monday that Durant, Sengun and Steven Adams, who are all 6-foot-11 (2.11-meter), and the 6-foot-10 Jabari Smith Jr will start against the Thunder, with Amen Thompson, a 6-foot-7 forward, moving to point guard.
\nDurant admired the Rockets leadership from afar before joining the team, and was impressed with how Houston climbed out of the NBA's basement in the last two seasons under Udoka after being among the league's worst teams in the three seasons before his arrival.
\nHouston finished second in the Western Conference last season before losing to the Warriors in the first round of the playoffs.
\n"Just how dedicated they were to turning this around and making Houston a contender again," he said. "Very dedicated to the city of Houston and the franchise. I could feel that as an opponent. To walk in here every day, you see the attention on detail from everybody. Not just the leadership of Rafael, Ime and (owner) Tilman Fertitta, but everybody who works here has the level of detail that it takes to become a successful team and franchise."
\n"So, I'm happy I'm a part of that," he continued. "I'm going to keep working and building, and show my worth here."
\nUdoka has already seen Durant have an impact on his team this preseason and believes his decision to sign the extension could be a boost for his young players.
\n"You see a guy that's as accomplished as he is, and he sees the talent and the potential that we have and … the young guys being around that only brings more confidence for sure," Udoka said. "A guy that's been around as much, and played in different systems, just to be that complimentary of these young guys — yeah I think it rubs off on them."
\nHouston is the fifth franchise the 37-year-old Durant has played for, and Tuesday will mark the beginning of his 18th NBA season, after he missed the entire 2019-20 season due to injury. He's been impressed with the team's young core since his arrival and is eager to see what they can do this season.
\n"They seem very experienced and professional, and that just is a testament to the organization and those guys as individuals that they care about their craft," he said. "So it made it easy just to come in here and fit in. Everybody has been incredible thus far, and I'm looking forward to the start of the season."
\nHouston Rockets forward Kevin Durant attempts a shot against the New Orleans Pelicans during an NBA preseason game on Oct 14 in Birmingham, Alabama.
\nHOUSTON — Kevin Durant said Monday that signing an extension with the Houston Rockets was a "no brainer".
\nDurant spoke of the deal a day after he signed the two-year extension that could keep the superstar with the Rockets through the 2027-28 season, and a day before playing his first game with the team after a blockbuster summer trade.
\n"I'm excited," he said after practice. "That's what the intent was when I came here — to try to build with this group as long as possible. So, it was a no brainer to sign on that line."
\nThe second year of the extension is at Durant's option. ESPN, which first reported the agreement, cited Durant's business partner Rich Kleiman and said it could be worth $90 million. If Durant plays both seasons as planned, that $90 million would push his career on-court earnings to nearly $600 million — which could be an NBA record, depending on how long LeBron James continues to play.
\nDurant — a 15-time All-Star, one of only seven players in NBA history with that many selections — was eligible for an extension that could have been worth $122 million. He opted for less, a move that will provide the Rockets plenty of flexibility for other deals going forward.
\nDurant said discussions with general manager Rafael Stone and coach Ime Udoka made him feel good about the deal they agreed to.
\n"Talking to Rafael and Ime, how they wanted to build the team and how I see myself in this organization, I just thought it was a perfect contract for us," he said. "So, I'm glad we could get that out of the way. We won't have to worry about external noise throughout the season ifididn't have the contract signed. So (now we can) just worry about basketball and focus on the season."
\nThe Rockets open the season Tuesday night against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
\nTeammate Alperen Sengun was thrilled to learn that Durant would be staying with the Rockets beyond this season and said it meant a lot to see him take less money to remain in Houston.
\n"We see how bad he wants to play, how bad he wants to win," Sengun said. "I saw he took a pay cut, too, and that's important. We already know how much he cares about the team, how much he helps everybody. So happy to see that."
\nDurant joined the Rockets from Phoenix in July as part of a seven-team trade that sent Jalen Green, the second overall pick in the 2021 draft, and Dillon Brooks to the Suns. With Durant on the team, and point guard Fred VanVleet out for the season with a knee injury, the Rockets plan to employ a jumbo starting lineup to start the season.
\nUdoka said Monday that Durant, Sengun and Steven Adams, who are all 6-foot-11 (2.11-meter), and the 6-foot-10 Jabari Smith Jr will start against the Thunder, with Amen Thompson, a 6-foot-7 forward, moving to point guard.
\nDurant admired the Rockets leadership from afar before joining the team, and was impressed with how Houston climbed out of the NBA's basement in the last two seasons under Udoka after being among the league's worst teams in the three seasons before his arrival.
\nHouston finished second in the Western Conference last season before losing to the Warriors in the first round of the playoffs.
\n"Just how dedicated they were to turning this around and making Houston a contender again," he said. "Very dedicated to the city of Houston and the franchise. I could feel that as an opponent. To walk in here every day, you see the attention on detail from everybody. Not just the leadership of Rafael, Ime and (owner) Tilman Fertitta, but everybody who works here has the level of detail that it takes to become a successful team and franchise."
\n"So, I'm happy I'm a part of that," he continued. "I'm going to keep working and building, and show my worth here."
\nUdoka has already seen Durant have an impact on his team this preseason and believes his decision to sign the extension could be a boost for his young players.
\n"You see a guy that's as accomplished as he is, and he sees the talent and the potential that we have and … the young guys being around that only brings more confidence for sure," Udoka said. "A guy that's been around as much, and played in different systems, just to be that complimentary of these young guys — yeah I think it rubs off on them."
\nHouston is the fifth franchise the 37-year-old Durant has played for, and Tuesday will mark the beginning of his 18th NBA season, after he missed the entire 2019-20 season due to injury. He's been impressed with the team's young core since his arrival and is eager to see what they can do this season.
\n"They seem very experienced and professional, and that just is a testament to the organization and those guys as individuals that they care about their craft," he said. "So it made it easy just to come in here and fit in. Everybody has been incredible thus far, and I'm looking forward to the start of the season."
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Isabelle Hannedouche, managing director of Sodexo Greater China, speaks along with four other panelists during the "CEO: Grow with China" Roundtable in Shanghai on Monday.
\nAt the forefront of China's reform and opening-up, Shanghai is spearheading the world's second-largest economy's push for high-quality development, forging a path built on international collaboration and inclusive innovation, economists and executives said.
\nThey made the remarks on Monday in Shanghai during the "CEO: Grow with China" Roundtable, which was jointly organized by the Foreign Affairs Office of the Shanghai Municipal People's Government and China Daily.
\nMarc Horn, president of Merck China, said that Shanghai is really open for cooperation, which goes beyond business. "We always say, 'You need to be in Shanghai to not fall behind'," he added.
\nThe company has been strengthening its global portfolios by utilizing Shanghai's innovation, talent and manufacturing capacity. Horn said the city has become a key manufacturing and R&D hub for the company.
\nMerck's presence in Shanghai is not an isolated phenomenon, but a deliberate outcome of the city's policy and positioning.
\nAccording to economist David Blair, Shanghai keeps the prices of operation low while linking to the real economy. "That's the key for Shanghai's growth and for China's growth — emphasizing new technologies linked with real production."
\nToshinobu Umetsu, CEO of Shiseido China and Travel Retail, noted that the company has two R&D centers in Shanghai. "The Chinese market gathers very savvy and forward-looking consumers, providing us with profound market insights," Umetsu said.
\n"Shanghai is an ecosystem builder," he said, adding, "We are accelerating cooperation with local partners. China gives us inspirations."
\nJean-Paul Agon, chairman of L'Oreal Group, said in a written address at the event that Shanghai is the company's heart in China and North Asia, serving as a strategic engine in terms of innovation, operation, talents and sustainability, among other heads.
\nIsabelle Hannedouche, managing director of Sodexo Greater China, said the "trustful environment" in Shanghai — a good-faith confidence between local government and enterprises — has emerged as a critical competitive edge for the city for multinational companies to thrive.
\n"Shanghai offers a fair and balanced ecosystem to enable companies to provide the right service with the right standard in a very compliant way. It showcases the inclusiveness of the city," Hannedouche said. "We have people with very different backgrounds, here, we are able to attract them, retain them and give them opportunities to grow."
\nBuoyed by the optimism widely shared by global businesses, Shanghai approved the establishment of 4,223 new foreign-funded enterprises between January and August, a 3.9 percent increase compared with the same period last year.
\nShanghai's opening-up and innovation-centered policies provide a powerful counter-narrative to claims of a China turning inward. For global executives, watching Shanghai is about observing the future of China's engagement with the world taking shape.
\nRani Jarkas, chairman of Cedrus Group, said the Chinese government is building a unique global ecosystem, with the country taking on a greater role in global investment. He added that innovations in areas such as artificial intelligence and battery technology provide other countries with more alternatives.
\nPanelists also spoke highly of International Services Shanghai, a multilingual portal launched last year by the Shanghai municipal government.
\nContact the writers at wangkeju@chinadaily.com.cn
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Visitors wearing virtual reality headsets experience a virtual reality exhibition of Liangzhu ancient city at the Yuhang pavilion during the 19th Hangzhou Cultural and Creative Industry Expo in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, on Sunday. Held from Friday to Monday, the expo brought together over 5,800 creative brands from 66 countries and regions, serving as a significant platform for showcasing the achievements of global cultural and creative industries.
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\nAs the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25) nears its conclusion, China stands at a crucial juncture. It is important to understand the position of the country in the current situation, analyze the profound changes facing its development in the coming five years, and lay out the top-level design and strategic blueprint for the next stage of the country's modernization journey, which features the coexistence of opportunities and challenges.
\nThe strategic foresight of the CPC Central Committee and its ability to unite and lead the nation in writing new chapters in China's national rejuvenation journey will help chart the course of the world's second-largest economy in the period of its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) for national economic and social development.
\nThe blueprint for the next stage of China's modernization is taking shape. It aims to enable the country to basically realize socialist modernization by 2035, laying a solid foundation for building China into a modern socialist country in all respects by the middle of this century, promising a future of greater vitality and progress.
\nThe scientific formulation and consistent implementation of five-year plans have long been a hallmark of China's governance and a key advantage of socialism with Chinese characteristics.
\nOver the past five years, global turbulence and uncertainty have intensified, and the tasks of promoting reform, development and innovation have remained arduous. Yet China has still managed to make new breakthroughs and achievements.
\nThat the country's gross domestic product grew 5.2 percent year-on-year in the first three quarters, as the National Bureau of Statistics announced on Monday, testifies to the Chinese economy's solid fundamentals and resilience. China's economic output is expected to reach about 140 trillion yuan ($19.66 trillion) this year and its average annual contribution to global growth is projected to remain near 30 percent.
\nThe nation has also advanced steadily in the Global Innovation Index, becoming one of the fastest-growing innovation economies over the past decade.
\nSince the nation's economic fundamentals remain sound — it has a complete industrial base, a vast market, a sizable talent pool and immense potential — the long-term trend of steady development through reform and opening-up remains unchanged.
\nDuring the 15th Five-Year Plan period, China will unswervingly pursue high-quality development guided by its new development philosophy — innovation, coordination, green growth, openness and inclusiveness. It will continue to accelerate the establishment of its new development paradigm, give greater strategic importance to cultivating new quality productive forces and foster scientific and technological innovation rooted in the real economy.
\nTo that end, more down-to-earth efforts should be made to upgrade traditional industries, develop emerging sectors and plan for future industries to build a robust modern industrial system that sustains long-term prosperity. The aim is to complete the over 300 key reform tasks outlined at the third plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee.
\nIn the process, the country's high-level opening-up will be expanded by promoting trade facilitation, strengthening international economic cooperation and enhancing its position in the global industry and supply chains. That will bring new opportunities to the world.
\nBut all these endeavors are meaningful only when they ultimately serve the people. Improving livelihoods and enhancing well-being must remain the starting and end points of all development efforts, which depend, as always, on the Party's leadership.
\nUpholding the CPC Central Committee's authority and its centralized, unified leadership is the fundamental guarantee to address pressing public concerns, ensure that the fruits of modernization are shared more equitably, increasing people's sense of fulfillment, happiness and security.
\nFrom the first five-year plan to the 15th, the consistent goal has been to build China into a modern socialist country. For that, China must coordinate development and security, strengthen risk prevention and maintain the interaction between high-quality development and high-level security.
\nDevelopment and security are two wings of one body that must be properly coordinated. Only by safeguarding its security can the nation ensure it continues to make progress on the path to modernization.
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\nThe new blueprint will serve as a crucial bridge between the current phase of recovery and China's goal of basically achieving socialist modernization by 2035. Experts said it underscores the country's resolve to reinvigorate growth amid domestic structural pressures and rising global uncertainties, steering the economy toward new drivers such as advanced manufacturing, green transformation and digital innovation.
\nTheir comments came as the market is closely watching the draft proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), as the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China is holding its fourth plenary session in Beijing to deliberate on the drafting of the blueprint for China's development over the next five years.
\nPresident Xi Jinping shed light on the likely key priorities in Shanghai in April as he presided over a symposium on China's economic and social development in the 15th Five-Year Plan period and delivered an important speech.
\nXi, who is also general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, said higher strategic priority must be given to fostering new quality productive forces in line with local conditions in the next five years.
\nHighlighting the roles of technological innovation and the real economy, he called for efforts to transform and upgrade traditional industries, develop emerging industries, and make forward-thinking arrangements for industries of the future, in order to accelerate modernization of the industrial system.
\nRobin Xing, chief China economist at Morgan Stanley, said his team believes that China will remain committed to deepening the economic transition anchored in technology and innovation to secure the supply chain and energy self-sufficiency. "We expect a tech-and supply-driven framework."
\nZhang Ning, senior China economist at UBS Investment Bank, said China is likely to continue offering support in fundamental and frontier research, and in self-sufficiency technology bottleneck areas during the next five years.
\n"We think fostering 'high-quality growth' will likely be the top priority over the next decade, mainly driven by innovation and total factor productivity growth," Zhang added.
\nA meeting of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, chaired by Xi in late September, discussed major issues related to the formulation of the 15th Five-Year Plan for national economic and social development.
\nThe meeting stressed the need to remain committed to high-quality development, foster new quality productive forces in line with local conditions, and comprehensively deepen reform while further expanding high-level opening-up.
\nCiting research topics for the next five-year plan released by the National Development and Reform Commission, the country's top economic regulator, Ye Fan, an analyst at Southwest Securities, said the scope of studies under the upcoming five-year plan has expanded significantly, with newly added topics accounting for about 50 percent of the total.
\n"Among them, subjects related to technological innovation and industrial development increased by 80 percent and 64 percent, respectively," Ye noted. "The topics cover key areas such as global technological and industrial transformation, talent development and innovation capacity building. In terms of industrial priorities, the focus is placed on key areas including the digital economy, artificial intelligence, services and healthcare."
\nAccording to Ye, policymakers will place greater emphasis on development quality, efficiency and sustainability in the next five years. "It will drive industrial upgrading through technological innovation, deepen the integration of the digital and real economies, and promote a comprehensive green transformation of China's economy and society."
\nIn March 2024, Zheng Shanjie, head of the NDRC, told a symposium that the planning of the 15th Five-Year Plan will fully take into account the practical requirements for developing new quality productive forces.
\nHe said policymakers will focus on identifying key tasks and foundational projects to promote the growth of new quality productive forces as they set major goals, strategic missions, reform measures, and large-scale projects for the next stage of China's economic and social development.
\nHu Yuwei, chief policy analyst at China Securities, said the next five-year blueprint will place greater emphasis on innovation-driven growth, green and low-carbon development, and digital transformation to adapt to the trends of globalization and informatization.
\nChina's innovation capacity has risen rapidly over the past few years. According to the "Global Innovation Index 2025" report released by the World Intellectual Property Organization, China has risen to 10th place in the global innovation ranking for 2025, up one spot from last year, marking its first entry into the top 10.
\nHowever, Hu cautioned that challenges remain. "Our basic research remains relatively weak, with insufficient concentration of scientific resources and a lack of systematic advantage in original innovation."
\nHu suggested that during the next five years, China should strengthen its national strategic science and technology capacity, enhance self-reliance in core technologies, and promote advanced, smart and green manufacturing.
\nGlobal executives hailed China's ongoing efforts to foster new quality productive forces, saying that multinational corporations will see rising opportunities in the next few years.
\n"I don't see China only as just the market. I think China has probably become an engine for some specific innovations, which we can develop elsewhere," said Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia, a French transnational group focusing on ecological environment and resource management.
\nBrachlianoff said she is confident that China's upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan will keep green development high on the agenda, creating more opportunities for Veolia in areas such as decarbonization and ecological restoration.
\nMarc Horn, president of Merck China, said China is an important source of innovation. "We are very confident in staying the course and remaining committed to our investments (here in China)."
\nContact the writers at ouyangshijia@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nThe new blueprint will serve as a crucial bridge between the current phase of recovery and China's goal of basically achieving socialist modernization by 2035. Experts said it underscores the country's resolve to reinvigorate growth amid domestic structural pressures and rising global uncertainties, steering the economy toward new drivers such as advanced manufacturing, green transformation and digital innovation.
\nTheir comments came as the market is closely watching the draft proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), as the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China is holding its fourth plenary session in Beijing to deliberate on the drafting of the blueprint for China's development over the next five years.
\nPresident Xi Jinping shed light on the likely key priorities in Shanghai in April as he presided over a symposium on China's economic and social development in the 15th Five-Year Plan period and delivered an important speech.
\nXi, who is also general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, said higher strategic priority must be given to fostering new quality productive forces in line with local conditions in the next five years.
\nHighlighting the roles of technological innovation and the real economy, he called for efforts to transform and upgrade traditional industries, develop emerging industries, and make forward-thinking arrangements for industries of the future, in order to accelerate modernization of the industrial system.
\nRobin Xing, chief China economist at Morgan Stanley, said his team believes that China will remain committed to deepening the economic transition anchored in technology and innovation to secure the supply chain and energy self-sufficiency. "We expect a tech-and supply-driven framework."
\nZhang Ning, senior China economist at UBS Investment Bank, said China is likely to continue offering support in fundamental and frontier research, and in self-sufficiency technology bottleneck areas during the next five years.
\n"We think fostering 'high-quality growth' will likely be the top priority over the next decade, mainly driven by innovation and total factor productivity growth," Zhang added.
\nA meeting of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, chaired by Xi in late September, discussed major issues related to the formulation of the 15th Five-Year Plan for national economic and social development.
\nThe meeting stressed the need to remain committed to high-quality development, foster new quality productive forces in line with local conditions, and comprehensively deepen reform while further expanding high-level opening-up.
\nCiting research topics for the next five-year plan released by the National Development and Reform Commission, the country's top economic regulator, Ye Fan, an analyst at Southwest Securities, said the scope of studies under the upcoming five-year plan has expanded significantly, with newly added topics accounting for about 50 percent of the total.
\n"Among them, subjects related to technological innovation and industrial development increased by 80 percent and 64 percent, respectively," Ye noted. "The topics cover key areas such as global technological and industrial transformation, talent development and innovation capacity building. In terms of industrial priorities, the focus is placed on key areas including the digital economy, artificial intelligence, services and healthcare."
\nAccording to Ye, policymakers will place greater emphasis on development quality, efficiency and sustainability in the next five years. "It will drive industrial upgrading through technological innovation, deepen the integration of the digital and real economies, and promote a comprehensive green transformation of China's economy and society."
\nIn March 2024, Zheng Shanjie, head of the NDRC, told a symposium that the planning of the 15th Five-Year Plan will fully take into account the practical requirements for developing new quality productive forces.
\nHe said policymakers will focus on identifying key tasks and foundational projects to promote the growth of new quality productive forces as they set major goals, strategic missions, reform measures, and large-scale projects for the next stage of China's economic and social development.
\nHu Yuwei, chief policy analyst at China Securities, said the next five-year blueprint will place greater emphasis on innovation-driven growth, green and low-carbon development, and digital transformation to adapt to the trends of globalization and informatization.
\nChina's innovation capacity has risen rapidly over the past few years. According to the "Global Innovation Index 2025" report released by the World Intellectual Property Organization, China has risen to 10th place in the global innovation ranking for 2025, up one spot from last year, marking its first entry into the top 10.
\nHowever, Hu cautioned that challenges remain. "Our basic research remains relatively weak, with insufficient concentration of scientific resources and a lack of systematic advantage in original innovation."
\nHu suggested that during the next five years, China should strengthen its national strategic science and technology capacity, enhance self-reliance in core technologies, and promote advanced, smart and green manufacturing.
\nGlobal executives hailed China's ongoing efforts to foster new quality productive forces, saying that multinational corporations will see rising opportunities in the next few years.
\n"I don't see China only as just the market. I think China has probably become an engine for some specific innovations, which we can develop elsewhere," said Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia, a French transnational group focusing on ecological environment and resource management.
\nBrachlianoff said she is confident that China's upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan will keep green development high on the agenda, creating more opportunities for Veolia in areas such as decarbonization and ecological restoration.
\nMarc Horn, president of Merck China, said China is an important source of innovation. "We are very confident in staying the course and remaining committed to our investments (here in China)."
\nContact the writers at ouyangshijia@chinadaily.com.cn
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Airbus' second final assembly line for the A320 aircraft is inaugurated in Tianjin on Wednesday. The new facility — the second of its kind in both China and Asia as a whole — is expected to double the A320 family's final assembly capacity in China. Here, the A320 planes will be assembled from large components such as fuselage sections and wings, painted, tested and delivered to customers in China and beyond. See story, page 3; Editorial, page 9
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\nThey said the latest exchanges between senior Chinese and EU officials, including a video meeting between Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic, reflect a shared willingness to manage differences through dialogue and maintain the stability of global supply chains.
\nDuring the meeting, the two sides held in-depth discussions on major China-EU economic and trade issues, including export controls on rare earths and the EU's anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese electric vehicles.
\nBoth sides agreed to hold an "upgraded meeting" of the China-EU export control dialogue mechanism in Brussels soon.
\nZheng Chunrong, deputy secretary-general of the Chinese Association for European Studies in Beijing, said that in an era marked by rising protectionism and geopolitical uncertainty, particularly from the US, pragmatic China-EU engagement ensures that businesses on both sides can diversify markets, reduce risks and preserve fair competition.
\n"Whether China-EU business ties can move forward steadily will depend not only on changes in the international economic and trade order, but also on how they view and engage with each other," said Zheng.
\nGrzegorz Kolodko, Poland's former deputy prime minister and distinguished professor of the Belt and Road School of Beijing Normal University, said the US economic and trade policies have not only created difficulties for Chinese manufacturers but also posed obstacles for its allies such as the EU, Canada and Mexico, as well as major economies like India.
\nThe US economic policies will undoubtedly bring more challenges to China and the EU in the short and medium term, but adjustments are already underway in the longer term, said Kolodko, adding that many countries are now seeking to deepen cooperation with China as they too are experiencing varying degrees of discrimination under US economic policies.
\nDuring a separate phone call with Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs Vincent Karremans on Tuesday, Wang, China's commerce minister, said the measures taken by the Dutch side against Nexperia, a Chinese-owned semiconductor company based in the Netherlands, had seriously affected the stability of global industrial and supply chains.
\nThe Dutch government announced in mid-October that it had taken control of Nexperia, and the company said that its CEO had been suspended from his post following a court order.
\nKarremans said the Netherlands attaches great importance to its economic and trade relations with China and is ready to maintain close communication with the Chinese side to seek a constructive solution to the Nexperia issue.
\nSun Xiaohong, secretary-general of the automotive branch of the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products, said that both China and the EU are deeply integrated industrially and commercially, with complementary strengths in technology, capital and market demand.
\nThat sentiment is in line with the latest foreign trade data. China-EU trade rose 5.2 percent year-on-year to 4.4 trillion yuan ($618 billion) in the first three quarters of 2025, according to statistics from the General Administration of Customs.
\nXiao Song, global executive vice-president of German conglomerate Siemens AG, said that strengthening cooperation allows Chinese and European companies to jointly drive innovation, enhance supply chain resilience, and achieve green and digital transitions.
\nHe added that during the upcoming eighth China International Import Expo in Shanghai next month, Siemens will sign numerous new deals with Chinese partners, mainly in the field of industrial artificial intelligence.
\nIn another development, Vollmer (Taicang) Machinery Co, a high-end numerical control machine tool manufacturer based in Taicang, Jiangsu province, and a subsidiary of Germany's Vollmer Group, saw its exports to European markets jump 150 percent year-on-year to over 7 million yuan between January and September, according to Nanjing Customs.
\nThe company supplies its products to China and other parts of the Asia-Pacific region.
\n"The growth was primarily fueled by our strength in providing products tailored to the evolving needs of European customers," said Min Chunrui, the company's marketing director.
\nzhongnan@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", + "content": "A healthy and balanced China-European Union economic and trade relationship is in the long-term interests of both sides, allowing their businesses to grow together, draw on each other's strengths and better withstand the headwinds of rising protectionism from the United States, market watchers and business leaders said on Wednesday.
\nThey said the latest exchanges between senior Chinese and EU officials, including a video meeting between Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic, reflect a shared willingness to manage differences through dialogue and maintain the stability of global supply chains.
\nDuring the meeting, the two sides held in-depth discussions on major China-EU economic and trade issues, including export controls on rare earths and the EU's anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese electric vehicles.
\nBoth sides agreed to hold an "upgraded meeting" of the China-EU export control dialogue mechanism in Brussels soon.
\nZheng Chunrong, deputy secretary-general of the Chinese Association for European Studies in Beijing, said that in an era marked by rising protectionism and geopolitical uncertainty, particularly from the US, pragmatic China-EU engagement ensures that businesses on both sides can diversify markets, reduce risks and preserve fair competition.
\n"Whether China-EU business ties can move forward steadily will depend not only on changes in the international economic and trade order, but also on how they view and engage with each other," said Zheng.
\nGrzegorz Kolodko, Poland's former deputy prime minister and distinguished professor of the Belt and Road School of Beijing Normal University, said the US economic and trade policies have not only created difficulties for Chinese manufacturers but also posed obstacles for its allies such as the EU, Canada and Mexico, as well as major economies like India.
\nThe US economic policies will undoubtedly bring more challenges to China and the EU in the short and medium term, but adjustments are already underway in the longer term, said Kolodko, adding that many countries are now seeking to deepen cooperation with China as they too are experiencing varying degrees of discrimination under US economic policies.
\nDuring a separate phone call with Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs Vincent Karremans on Tuesday, Wang, China's commerce minister, said the measures taken by the Dutch side against Nexperia, a Chinese-owned semiconductor company based in the Netherlands, had seriously affected the stability of global industrial and supply chains.
\nThe Dutch government announced in mid-October that it had taken control of Nexperia, and the company said that its CEO had been suspended from his post following a court order.
\nKarremans said the Netherlands attaches great importance to its economic and trade relations with China and is ready to maintain close communication with the Chinese side to seek a constructive solution to the Nexperia issue.
\nSun Xiaohong, secretary-general of the automotive branch of the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products, said that both China and the EU are deeply integrated industrially and commercially, with complementary strengths in technology, capital and market demand.
\nThat sentiment is in line with the latest foreign trade data. China-EU trade rose 5.2 percent year-on-year to 4.4 trillion yuan ($618 billion) in the first three quarters of 2025, according to statistics from the General Administration of Customs.
\nXiao Song, global executive vice-president of German conglomerate Siemens AG, said that strengthening cooperation allows Chinese and European companies to jointly drive innovation, enhance supply chain resilience, and achieve green and digital transitions.
\nHe added that during the upcoming eighth China International Import Expo in Shanghai next month, Siemens will sign numerous new deals with Chinese partners, mainly in the field of industrial artificial intelligence.
\nIn another development, Vollmer (Taicang) Machinery Co, a high-end numerical control machine tool manufacturer based in Taicang, Jiangsu province, and a subsidiary of Germany's Vollmer Group, saw its exports to European markets jump 150 percent year-on-year to over 7 million yuan between January and September, according to Nanjing Customs.
\nThe company supplies its products to China and other parts of the Asia-Pacific region.
\n"The growth was primarily fueled by our strength in providing products tailored to the evolving needs of European customers," said Min Chunrui, the company's marketing director.
\nzhongnan@chinadaily.com.cn
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (front) visits a global exhibition titled Shared Lives, Shared Future on Monday at the United Nations headquarters in New York to mark the 80th anniversary of the founding of the international organization. The exhibition features more than 200 stories from 193 countries, highlighting how the UN impacts people's lives.
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\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25), China's economy entered a new stage marked by structural optimization and shifting growth drivers.
\nThe financial system significantly improved the quality and efficiency of its support for the real economy, expanding financing for technological innovation, small and micro businesses, green initiatives, and key industries to fuel sustained high-quality growth.
\nOver the past five years, China's financial sector has strongly supported major national strategies as well as key areas and weak links of economic and social development. The banking and insurance sectors provided 170 trillion yuan ($24 trillion) in new funding for the real economy — the portion of the economy that produces goods and services for consumption — through various means, including credit, bonds and equity financing.
\nLoans for science and technology R&D, medium- and long-term loans for manufacturing, and infrastructure loans grew by an annual average of 27.2 percent, 21.7 percent, and 10.1 percent, respectively.
\nInclusive loans to small and micro businesses reached a balance of 36 trillion yuan as of September, 2.3 times the level at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-20) period, with interest rates down by 2 percentage points, Li Yunze, minister of the National Financial Regulatory Administration, said at a news conference on Sept 22.
\nRegulators have fully implemented the new development philosophy and optimized the allocation of financial resources, with marked improvements in service quality and efficiency for key and weak sectors, said Li.
\nAmple financing
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period, loans to tech-based small and medium-sized enterprises, inclusive small and micro loans, and green loans all recorded average annual growth above 20 percent.
\nThe financial sector strengthened funding guarantees for effective investment, providing ample financing for 102 major projects under the plan. By the end of the period, the balance of infrastructure loans had reached 54.5 trillion yuan, up 62 percent from the end of the previous plan. Over 700 billion yuan in policy-based and development financial instruments helped mobilize more than 9 trillion yuan in investment.
\nTaking large State-owned commercial banks as an example, Zeng Gang, chief expert and director of the Shanghai Institution for Finance & Development, said these banks have actively aligned with national policy priorities, increasing medium- and long-term credit for "specialized, sophisticated, distinctive and innovative" enterprises, high-end manufacturing, and equipment upgrading. This boosted the share and maturity structure of manufacturing loans.
\nThrough green credit and carbon-reduction tools, they have also supported new energy, energy-saving retrofits, and low-carbon park projects. At the same time, banks lowered lending rates and expanded inclusive credit measures for small and micro businesses to enhance access and coverage, Zeng said.
\nRegulators have steered financial resources toward fostering new quality productive forces, refining China's policy framework for sci-tech finance and strengthening financial support for innovation to better serve technology enterprises across all stages of their life cycles.
\nBy the end of the 14th Five-Year Plan period, outstanding loans to high-tech enterprises reached nearly 19 trillion yuan, growing at an average annual rate exceeding 20 percent, while insurance institutions provided more than 10 trillion yuan in risk protection for technology-related projects. Insurance fund investments in equities and equity funds exceeded 5.4 trillion yuan, up 85 percent from the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan period, supporting a stable and healthy capital market.
\nThe office of the Central Financial Commission, together with the China Securities Regulatory Commission and relevant departments, issued guidelines and implementation plans to promote medium-and long-term capital inflows into the market, addressing bottlenecks in market access for social security, insurance, and wealth management funds. As of the end of August, various long-term funds held about 21.4 trillion yuan in tradable A-share market capitalization, up 32 percent from the end of the previous plan period.
\nWith the rapid expansion of strategic emerging industries such as the digital economy, artificial intelligence, and new energy, technological innovation has become an increasingly powerful driver of economic growth. Experts believe that the mutual empowerment of finance and technology has not only helped stabilize China's economic fundamentals but also driven breakthroughs in key technological advances, independent innovation, and industrial upgrading.
\nMeanwhile, China has addressed a number of prominent financial risks in an orderly manner, effectively preventing external shocks from spilling over into domestic markets and safeguarding the interests of depositors and small investors. The overall financial system remains sound, with stable institutions and orderly market operations, said Pan Gongsheng, governor of the People's Bank of China, the country's central bank.
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the volume of nonperforming assets China disposed of rose by over 40 percent compared with the previous five years. The combined capital and provisions for risk resistance in the banking and insurance sectors exceeded 50 trillion yuan.
\nThe National Financial Regulatory Administration made resolving risks at small and medium-sized financial institutions a top priority, adopting tailored reform and risk-mitigation plans for each provincial-level region. It used mergers, restructuring, remediation, and market exits to handle high-risk institutions in a prudent and orderly manner.
\nBoth the number of high-risk institutions and the size of high-risk assets have dropped sharply from their peaks. Reforms to improve governance, strengthen Party leadership, and enhance sustainability have also advanced, resulting in leaner, stronger local financial institutions and optimized regional layouts, said Li, minister of the administration.
\nAt the same time, regulators intensified efforts to tackle financial misconduct — cracking down on shareholder manipulation, insider control, and related-party transactions that illegally transfer benefits.
\nOver 3,600 shareholders who violated laws and regulations were expelled, and a number of illegal financial groups were dealt with according to law.
\nFacing multiple unexpected challenges, the China Securities Regulatory Commission coordinated with macro and financial regulators and market participants to strengthen policy, funding, and expectation management, effectively containing market volatility and systemic risks, said CSRC Chairman Wu Qing.
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the A-share market showed greater resilience, with the annualized volatility of the Shanghai Composite Index at 15.9 percent, down 2.8 percentage points from the previous period, Wu said.
\nAs China intensified efforts to sustain high-quality development and guard against systemic risks, Pan noted that financial opening-up continued to accelerate, bolstering the global competitiveness and influence of the country's financial sector.
\nTotal assets in the banking and insurance industries surpassed 500 trillion yuan, growing by an average of 9 percent annually over the past five years. Assets under management by trust, wealth management, and insurance asset management institutions approached 100 trillion yuan — double the level at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan.
\nOf the world's top 50 banks, 43 have established operations in China, and half of the world's 40 largest insurance companies are now in the Chinese market, said Pan.
\nDong Ximiao, chief researcher at Merchants Union Consumer Finance, said: "China will continue to attract foreign financial institutions to accelerate their entry and deepen their participation in the domestic market. We will further enhance the openness of financial markets, improve the convenience of market access, continuously expand the business scope of foreign financial institutions, and actively engage in global financial governance to strengthen our international influence and voice."
\nChina has balanced openness with security, steadily and orderly advancing the two-way opening of markets, products, and institutions, while steadily expanding high-level institutional opening of the capital market, said Wu of the CSRC.
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the CSRC approved 13 new foreign-controlled securities, fund, and futures companies to operate in China. Foreign investors held 3.4 trillion yuan worth of A-shares, while 269 Chinese companies were listed overseas.
\n"China's capital market has a unique environment and investor structure. For foreign institutions, success will depend on sustained efforts in compliance, localization of talent, and client development — and on how well they can integrate global experience with the realities of the Chinese market, "said Dong.
\nIn a recent article in Tsinghua Financial Review, Guan Tao, global chief economist at BOC International (China), and Liu Lipin, a macro analyst at the firm, stressed that promoting high-level, rules-based institutional opening is key to achieving high-quality development in China's capital market.
\nThey said that China should embrace the view that once the borders are open, alignment with international regulations and standards is imperative. Guided by the principles of prioritizing domestic needs, engaging globally, grounding policies locally, staying market-oriented, pursuing integrated progress, and ensuring security, China should align its regulatory framework with high international standards.
\njiangxueqing@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", + "content": "\n\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25), China's economy entered a new stage marked by structural optimization and shifting growth drivers.
\nThe financial system significantly improved the quality and efficiency of its support for the real economy, expanding financing for technological innovation, small and micro businesses, green initiatives, and key industries to fuel sustained high-quality growth.
\nOver the past five years, China's financial sector has strongly supported major national strategies as well as key areas and weak links of economic and social development. The banking and insurance sectors provided 170 trillion yuan ($24 trillion) in new funding for the real economy — the portion of the economy that produces goods and services for consumption — through various means, including credit, bonds and equity financing.
\nLoans for science and technology R&D, medium- and long-term loans for manufacturing, and infrastructure loans grew by an annual average of 27.2 percent, 21.7 percent, and 10.1 percent, respectively.
\nInclusive loans to small and micro businesses reached a balance of 36 trillion yuan as of September, 2.3 times the level at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-20) period, with interest rates down by 2 percentage points, Li Yunze, minister of the National Financial Regulatory Administration, said at a news conference on Sept 22.
\nRegulators have fully implemented the new development philosophy and optimized the allocation of financial resources, with marked improvements in service quality and efficiency for key and weak sectors, said Li.
\nAmple financing
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period, loans to tech-based small and medium-sized enterprises, inclusive small and micro loans, and green loans all recorded average annual growth above 20 percent.
\nThe financial sector strengthened funding guarantees for effective investment, providing ample financing for 102 major projects under the plan. By the end of the period, the balance of infrastructure loans had reached 54.5 trillion yuan, up 62 percent from the end of the previous plan. Over 700 billion yuan in policy-based and development financial instruments helped mobilize more than 9 trillion yuan in investment.
\nTaking large State-owned commercial banks as an example, Zeng Gang, chief expert and director of the Shanghai Institution for Finance & Development, said these banks have actively aligned with national policy priorities, increasing medium- and long-term credit for "specialized, sophisticated, distinctive and innovative" enterprises, high-end manufacturing, and equipment upgrading. This boosted the share and maturity structure of manufacturing loans.
\nThrough green credit and carbon-reduction tools, they have also supported new energy, energy-saving retrofits, and low-carbon park projects. At the same time, banks lowered lending rates and expanded inclusive credit measures for small and micro businesses to enhance access and coverage, Zeng said.
\nRegulators have steered financial resources toward fostering new quality productive forces, refining China's policy framework for sci-tech finance and strengthening financial support for innovation to better serve technology enterprises across all stages of their life cycles.
\nBy the end of the 14th Five-Year Plan period, outstanding loans to high-tech enterprises reached nearly 19 trillion yuan, growing at an average annual rate exceeding 20 percent, while insurance institutions provided more than 10 trillion yuan in risk protection for technology-related projects. Insurance fund investments in equities and equity funds exceeded 5.4 trillion yuan, up 85 percent from the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan period, supporting a stable and healthy capital market.
\nThe office of the Central Financial Commission, together with the China Securities Regulatory Commission and relevant departments, issued guidelines and implementation plans to promote medium-and long-term capital inflows into the market, addressing bottlenecks in market access for social security, insurance, and wealth management funds. As of the end of August, various long-term funds held about 21.4 trillion yuan in tradable A-share market capitalization, up 32 percent from the end of the previous plan period.
\nWith the rapid expansion of strategic emerging industries such as the digital economy, artificial intelligence, and new energy, technological innovation has become an increasingly powerful driver of economic growth. Experts believe that the mutual empowerment of finance and technology has not only helped stabilize China's economic fundamentals but also driven breakthroughs in key technological advances, independent innovation, and industrial upgrading.
\nMeanwhile, China has addressed a number of prominent financial risks in an orderly manner, effectively preventing external shocks from spilling over into domestic markets and safeguarding the interests of depositors and small investors. The overall financial system remains sound, with stable institutions and orderly market operations, said Pan Gongsheng, governor of the People's Bank of China, the country's central bank.
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the volume of nonperforming assets China disposed of rose by over 40 percent compared with the previous five years. The combined capital and provisions for risk resistance in the banking and insurance sectors exceeded 50 trillion yuan.
\nThe National Financial Regulatory Administration made resolving risks at small and medium-sized financial institutions a top priority, adopting tailored reform and risk-mitigation plans for each provincial-level region. It used mergers, restructuring, remediation, and market exits to handle high-risk institutions in a prudent and orderly manner.
\nBoth the number of high-risk institutions and the size of high-risk assets have dropped sharply from their peaks. Reforms to improve governance, strengthen Party leadership, and enhance sustainability have also advanced, resulting in leaner, stronger local financial institutions and optimized regional layouts, said Li, minister of the administration.
\nAt the same time, regulators intensified efforts to tackle financial misconduct — cracking down on shareholder manipulation, insider control, and related-party transactions that illegally transfer benefits.
\nOver 3,600 shareholders who violated laws and regulations were expelled, and a number of illegal financial groups were dealt with according to law.
\nFacing multiple unexpected challenges, the China Securities Regulatory Commission coordinated with macro and financial regulators and market participants to strengthen policy, funding, and expectation management, effectively containing market volatility and systemic risks, said CSRC Chairman Wu Qing.
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the A-share market showed greater resilience, with the annualized volatility of the Shanghai Composite Index at 15.9 percent, down 2.8 percentage points from the previous period, Wu said.
\nAs China intensified efforts to sustain high-quality development and guard against systemic risks, Pan noted that financial opening-up continued to accelerate, bolstering the global competitiveness and influence of the country's financial sector.
\nTotal assets in the banking and insurance industries surpassed 500 trillion yuan, growing by an average of 9 percent annually over the past five years. Assets under management by trust, wealth management, and insurance asset management institutions approached 100 trillion yuan — double the level at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan.
\nOf the world's top 50 banks, 43 have established operations in China, and half of the world's 40 largest insurance companies are now in the Chinese market, said Pan.
\nDong Ximiao, chief researcher at Merchants Union Consumer Finance, said: "China will continue to attract foreign financial institutions to accelerate their entry and deepen their participation in the domestic market. We will further enhance the openness of financial markets, improve the convenience of market access, continuously expand the business scope of foreign financial institutions, and actively engage in global financial governance to strengthen our international influence and voice."
\nChina has balanced openness with security, steadily and orderly advancing the two-way opening of markets, products, and institutions, while steadily expanding high-level institutional opening of the capital market, said Wu of the CSRC.
\nDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the CSRC approved 13 new foreign-controlled securities, fund, and futures companies to operate in China. Foreign investors held 3.4 trillion yuan worth of A-shares, while 269 Chinese companies were listed overseas.
\n"China's capital market has a unique environment and investor structure. For foreign institutions, success will depend on sustained efforts in compliance, localization of talent, and client development — and on how well they can integrate global experience with the realities of the Chinese market, "said Dong.
\nIn a recent article in Tsinghua Financial Review, Guan Tao, global chief economist at BOC International (China), and Liu Lipin, a macro analyst at the firm, stressed that promoting high-level, rules-based institutional opening is key to achieving high-quality development in China's capital market.
\nThey said that China should embrace the view that once the borders are open, alignment with international regulations and standards is imperative. Guided by the principles of prioritizing domestic needs, engaging globally, grounding policies locally, staying market-oriented, pursuing integrated progress, and ensuring security, China should align its regulatory framework with high international standards.
\njiangxueqing@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nAccording to available meteorological data, the transitional period between summer and winter is shrinking in China, with autumn arriving later than usual and ending sooner.
\nDelayed autumn
\nWhile southwestern cities such as Guiyang in Guizhou province, Chengdu in Sichuan province, and Chongqing still enjoy around 70 to 80 days of cool autumn weather — with Guiyang topping the list at 79 days — people living in the north barely experience 50 days of autumn, said Weather China, a website under the China Meteorological Administration.
\nAn analysis of long-term weather data from the website reveals that since 1991, autumn has been delayed across much of the country. Cities such as Zhengzhou in Henan province, Ningbo in Zhejiang province, and Shenzhen in Guangdong province now see autumn arrive more than 10 days late on average, while Nanjing in Jiangsu province, Fuzhou in Fujian province, and other places have recorded delays of five to nine days.
\nStudies show that across China, the duration of winter, spring and autumn is shrinking, and these shifts are more prominent in northern and eastern regions, the website said.
\n"Maybe there will be only three seasons in the future," a netizen said on social media platform Sina Weibo. "A trench coat feels like the most impractical outfit in Beijing, "another said, indicating the sharp transition from cool to cold weather in the capital.
\nWang Weiyue, a meteorologist at Weather China, said that given global climate change, rising temperatures across various regions have become an indisputable fact, and this delays the onset of autumn, affecting agricultural production and people's daily lives.
\nSudden chill
\nThis year's northern chill has arrived abruptly.
\nLi Duo, a senior engineer at the National Climate Center, said that since October, several regions, including parts of Heilongjiang province, the Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Hebei province, and the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, were 1 C to 2 C colder than usual.
\nThe recent temperature drop in northern China was mainly due to two major cold-air events between Oct 9 and 10 and Oct 18 and 19, Li said.
\nThe China Meteorological Administration forecasts that much of northern China will remain colder than average through Friday, while southern regions will also see temperatures drop by up to 5 C by the end of the month.
\nExperts advised residents to dress warmly, stay alert to weather changes, and ventilate indoor spaces when using heating to avoid carbon monoxide-related risks.
\nzhaoyimeng@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", + "content": "The mystery of the disappearing autumn has people living in northern China baffled. Only days ago, they were happily wearing T-shirts and skirts; but now, thick coats and down jackets are out in force. Fall was just a fleeting feeling, and indications are that this weather pattern could become the norm in the future.
\nAccording to available meteorological data, the transitional period between summer and winter is shrinking in China, with autumn arriving later than usual and ending sooner.
\nDelayed autumn
\nWhile southwestern cities such as Guiyang in Guizhou province, Chengdu in Sichuan province, and Chongqing still enjoy around 70 to 80 days of cool autumn weather — with Guiyang topping the list at 79 days — people living in the north barely experience 50 days of autumn, said Weather China, a website under the China Meteorological Administration.
\nAn analysis of long-term weather data from the website reveals that since 1991, autumn has been delayed across much of the country. Cities such as Zhengzhou in Henan province, Ningbo in Zhejiang province, and Shenzhen in Guangdong province now see autumn arrive more than 10 days late on average, while Nanjing in Jiangsu province, Fuzhou in Fujian province, and other places have recorded delays of five to nine days.
\nStudies show that across China, the duration of winter, spring and autumn is shrinking, and these shifts are more prominent in northern and eastern regions, the website said.
\n"Maybe there will be only three seasons in the future," a netizen said on social media platform Sina Weibo. "A trench coat feels like the most impractical outfit in Beijing, "another said, indicating the sharp transition from cool to cold weather in the capital.
\nWang Weiyue, a meteorologist at Weather China, said that given global climate change, rising temperatures across various regions have become an indisputable fact, and this delays the onset of autumn, affecting agricultural production and people's daily lives.
\nSudden chill
\nThis year's northern chill has arrived abruptly.
\nLi Duo, a senior engineer at the National Climate Center, said that since October, several regions, including parts of Heilongjiang province, the Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Hebei province, and the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, were 1 C to 2 C colder than usual.
\nThe recent temperature drop in northern China was mainly due to two major cold-air events between Oct 9 and 10 and Oct 18 and 19, Li said.
\nThe China Meteorological Administration forecasts that much of northern China will remain colder than average through Friday, while southern regions will also see temperatures drop by up to 5 C by the end of the month.
\nExperts advised residents to dress warmly, stay alert to weather changes, and ventilate indoor spaces when using heating to avoid carbon monoxide-related risks.
\nzhaoyimeng@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nThe telescope, known as the Accurate Infrared Magnetic Field Measurements of the Sun, or AIMS, is located in Lenghu township, Qinghai province, at an average altitude of about 4,000 meters. AIMS' development addresses a long-standing bottleneck in the century-old history of solar magnetic field measurements by achieving a leap from indirect to direct measurement, scientists said.
\n"The sun, being the only star we can observe with high precision, has a magnetic field that acts as the energy switch driving intense solar activities such as flares and coronal mass ejections. Yet, more than half the sun's overall magnetic field manifestations are relatively weak, with strengths of only a few dozen gauss," said Deng Yuanyong, a researcher at the National Astronomical Observatories of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, who led the telescope's construction.
\nGauss is the unit used to measure the strength of a magnetic field.
\n"China's capabilities in traditional magnetic field measurement approaches have been on par with international standards, achieving a 100-gauss precision, which falls short of meeting the requirements for current solar physics studies, "Deng said.
\nScientific evaluations show that the newly developed telescope can carry out precise measurements of solar magnetic fields for the first time, with an accuracy better than the 10-gauss level.
\n"It is the world's first solar magnetic-field telescope operating in the mid-infrared wavelength range and China's first astronomical instrument to work in this band, "Deng said.
\nHe noted that all the key components of the telescope are domestically produced, enhancing China's capacity for independent innovation in astronomical instrumentation.
\nBy adopting an off-axis optical system, the telescope reduces the impact of high environmental background noise in the mid-infrared wavelength range. Combined with cooling and filtering technologies, this design improves the accuracy of magnetic field measurements.
\nThe telescope also employs an infrared-separating spectrograph that enables spectroscopic imaging of the solar atmosphere with high spectral resolution. In addition, the research team has developed a pioneering polarization modulation technique and built a polarization-aberration-free optical system composed of five reflective mirrors to eliminate instrumental polarization errors.
\n"The telescope is expected to operate year round, weather permitting, with an anticipated 250 days of observation annually. The data collected will support fundamental research in solar physics and advance studies in space weather forecasting," Deng said, adding that he hopes to promote international collaborations with leading research teams in the field.
\nlimenghan@chinadaily.com.cn
\nThe world's first solar magnetic-field telescope operating in the mid-infrared wavelength range has officially become operational after gaining government approval, marking a major breakthrough in solar magnetic field research.
\nThe telescope, known as the Accurate Infrared Magnetic Field Measurements of the Sun, or AIMS, is located in Lenghu township, Qinghai province, at an average altitude of about 4,000 meters. AIMS' development addresses a long-standing bottleneck in the century-old history of solar magnetic field measurements by achieving a leap from indirect to direct measurement, scientists said.
\n"The sun, being the only star we can observe with high precision, has a magnetic field that acts as the energy switch driving intense solar activities such as flares and coronal mass ejections. Yet, more than half the sun's overall magnetic field manifestations are relatively weak, with strengths of only a few dozen gauss," said Deng Yuanyong, a researcher at the National Astronomical Observatories of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, who led the telescope's construction.
\nGauss is the unit used to measure the strength of a magnetic field.
\n"China's capabilities in traditional magnetic field measurement approaches have been on par with international standards, achieving a 100-gauss precision, which falls short of meeting the requirements for current solar physics studies, "Deng said.
\nScientific evaluations show that the newly developed telescope can carry out precise measurements of solar magnetic fields for the first time, with an accuracy better than the 10-gauss level.
\n"It is the world's first solar magnetic-field telescope operating in the mid-infrared wavelength range and China's first astronomical instrument to work in this band, "Deng said.
\nHe noted that all the key components of the telescope are domestically produced, enhancing China's capacity for independent innovation in astronomical instrumentation.
\nBy adopting an off-axis optical system, the telescope reduces the impact of high environmental background noise in the mid-infrared wavelength range. Combined with cooling and filtering technologies, this design improves the accuracy of magnetic field measurements.
\nThe telescope also employs an infrared-separating spectrograph that enables spectroscopic imaging of the solar atmosphere with high spectral resolution. In addition, the research team has developed a pioneering polarization modulation technique and built a polarization-aberration-free optical system composed of five reflective mirrors to eliminate instrumental polarization errors.
\n"The telescope is expected to operate year round, weather permitting, with an anticipated 250 days of observation annually. The data collected will support fundamental research in solar physics and advance studies in space weather forecasting," Deng said, adding that he hopes to promote international collaborations with leading research teams in the field.
\nlimenghan@chinadaily.com.cn
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Villagers harvest lotus roots to meet market demand in Huai'an, Jiangsu province, on Wednesday, as Frost's Descent, the 18th solar term of the year, approaches.
\n", + "content": "Villagers harvest lotus roots to meet market demand in Huai'an, Jiangsu province, on Wednesday, as Frost's Descent, the 18th solar term of the year, approaches.
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\nFew visitors to Chongqing University's main campus would have noticed a small rusty iron gate hidden in a hill behind the tennis court. The gate leads to a vast underground space that once sheltered thousands of students and scholars from bombings during the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
\nOn Monday, the air-raid shelter was reopened to the public as a patriotism education base, featuring exhibitions on the university's wartime history and the shelter's role during that period. Built in 1937 and covering more than 14,000 square meters, it is among the earliest and largest shelters constructed by Chinese universities.
\n"During the war, the air-raid shelter became an important place to protect teachers, students and neighbors. They not only continued to study and conduct research, but also helped resume some industrial production there," said Wang Shuxin, Party chief of Chongqing University, at the launch ceremony. "This shelter is a tangible witness to the patriotic spirit and perseverance of the people during the war, which always inspires us today."
\nFounded in 1929, Chongqing University — now one of China's top universities — endured six bombings between 1939 and 1941, when Japanese forces carried out a relentless bombing campaign against Chongqing, which was the wartime capital of China.
\n"We present the history of each bombing in detail not only to remember, but also to inspire today's students to study hard and contribute to building a strong country," said Yang Xinya, deputy director of the university's publicity department.
\nData from the Chongqing War of Resistance Casualty Register shows that the city suffered nearly 10,000 air raids, with more than 18,000 bombs dropped, resulting in over 32,000 direct deaths and injuries. More than 17,000 buildings were destroyed.
\nAfter each attack, Chongqing University students and teachers quickly resumed their studies and research in the shelter.
\nFormer university president Ye Yuanlong (1897-1967), who served from 1938 to 1941, once said: "The enemy's bombs destroyed our College of Science and College of Engineering, but they cannot destroy our spirit. We can hold classes in huts and study in air-raid shelters. We must work harder in our research and more diligently to provide a powerful response to the enemy with our actions."
\nYang added, "The shelter is also a witness to many students' devotion to the country during the war."
\nAccording to university records, from November 1943 to January 1944, 126 students from Chongqing University joined the army. Among them were Hou Ziqin, a student in the sports department who became a hero of the Chinese Air Force, and He Qichen, a member of the Flying Tigers — officially known as the American Volunteer Group of the Chinese Air Force — formed in 1941 by United States General Claire Lee Chennault to help China resist Japanese invasion.
\n"After learning the history of the bombing shelter, I am so proud and touched," said Yan Siyu, a freshman at Chongqing University. "We young students should carry on their fighting spirit and make greater contributions to society."
\ntanyingzi@chinadaily.com.cn
\n\nFew visitors to Chongqing University's main campus would have noticed a small rusty iron gate hidden in a hill behind the tennis court. The gate leads to a vast underground space that once sheltered thousands of students and scholars from bombings during the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
\nOn Monday, the air-raid shelter was reopened to the public as a patriotism education base, featuring exhibitions on the university's wartime history and the shelter's role during that period. Built in 1937 and covering more than 14,000 square meters, it is among the earliest and largest shelters constructed by Chinese universities.
\n"During the war, the air-raid shelter became an important place to protect teachers, students and neighbors. They not only continued to study and conduct research, but also helped resume some industrial production there," said Wang Shuxin, Party chief of Chongqing University, at the launch ceremony. "This shelter is a tangible witness to the patriotic spirit and perseverance of the people during the war, which always inspires us today."
\nFounded in 1929, Chongqing University — now one of China's top universities — endured six bombings between 1939 and 1941, when Japanese forces carried out a relentless bombing campaign against Chongqing, which was the wartime capital of China.
\n"We present the history of each bombing in detail not only to remember, but also to inspire today's students to study hard and contribute to building a strong country," said Yang Xinya, deputy director of the university's publicity department.
\nData from the Chongqing War of Resistance Casualty Register shows that the city suffered nearly 10,000 air raids, with more than 18,000 bombs dropped, resulting in over 32,000 direct deaths and injuries. More than 17,000 buildings were destroyed.
\nAfter each attack, Chongqing University students and teachers quickly resumed their studies and research in the shelter.
\nFormer university president Ye Yuanlong (1897-1967), who served from 1938 to 1941, once said: "The enemy's bombs destroyed our College of Science and College of Engineering, but they cannot destroy our spirit. We can hold classes in huts and study in air-raid shelters. We must work harder in our research and more diligently to provide a powerful response to the enemy with our actions."
\nYang added, "The shelter is also a witness to many students' devotion to the country during the war."
\nAccording to university records, from November 1943 to January 1944, 126 students from Chongqing University joined the army. Among them were Hou Ziqin, a student in the sports department who became a hero of the Chinese Air Force, and He Qichen, a member of the Flying Tigers — officially known as the American Volunteer Group of the Chinese Air Force — formed in 1941 by United States General Claire Lee Chennault to help China resist Japanese invasion.
\n"After learning the history of the bombing shelter, I am so proud and touched," said Yan Siyu, a freshman at Chongqing University. "We young students should carry on their fighting spirit and make greater contributions to society."
\ntanyingzi@chinadaily.com.cn
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Newlyweds capture happy moments with their phones at a collective wedding for military personnel in Chaoyang district, Beijing, on Wednesday. Held by a mobile unit of the Beijing Armed Police Corps, the ceremony combined traditional wedding rituals with military features, providing unique experiences for 30 couples.
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\n"Green and intelligent maritime equipment will provide significant support for the future maritime industry, helping the low-carbon transformation of the global maritime energy sector," said Yu Qing, deputy director of the Marine Technology Innovation Center-Yangtze Delta.
\nHe added that the green and intelligent development of maritime vessels and offshore engineering is the key solution to the challenges of "high emissions and high energy consumption". It is also a strategic choice for the low-carbon and sustainable development of the global maritime economy.
\nYu made the remarks at the World Maritime Equipment Conference 2025, which was themed "Setting Sail Towards Green Development". The event was held from Oct 16 to 19.
\nLiu Feng, chairman of Fujian Baofan New Energy Technology, echoed Yu's views, adding that traditional vessels, which primarily rely on diesel engines for power, contribute significantly to maritime pollution.
\n"Electric vessels are still in their initial stage of development and face challenges such as high costs, short endurance, slow charging times, low cargo capacity and insufficient deployment of offshore charging infrastructure," Liu said, adding that tackling these bottleneck problems is essential to improving the public's willingness to adopt them.
\nLiu highlighted the company's self-developed methanol-lithium battery hybrid fishing vessel. It uses the battery pack for port entry, exit and low-speed navigation, while the methanol generator powers high-speed navigation and charges the batteries. The eco-friendly vessel features low construction costs, high efficiency, rapid energy replenishment, eliminating charging anxiety and offering lower operating costs than traditional fuel-powered ships.
\nLou Luobing is the business director of the Greater China and Vietnam regional branch of RINA, an Italian company. He stressed the importance of international cooperation in the decarbonization and intelligent upgrading of global shipping systems, describing it as "an accelerator" and "an indispensable core force".
\n"The green and intelligent transformation of maritime equipment involves multiple complex fields, including new energy, digital twins and intelligent operation. No country can lead in all these areas alone, but international cooperation enables technological complementarity and resource integration," he said.
\nLou highlighted the reciprocal strengths of China and Italy — China's manufacturing capacity and "dual carbon" policies, and Italy's expertise in high-end technology, standards and new energy reserves.
\nHe also mentioned a cooperation project between RINA and a Chinese enterprise established early this year. The project aims to develop technological solutions to address material challenges encountered during the storage and transportation of new green energy carriers, such as hydrogen and ammonia.
\nLin Jian, a member of the European Academy of Sciences and head of the Southern University of Science and Technology's Advanced Institute for Ocean Research, emphasized the importance of deep-sea engineering, adding that it is comparable to space engineering.
\nLin pointed out the vast opportunities for industrial development in deep-sea exploration equipment, including unmanned aerial vehicles, unmanned surface vessels and unmanned underwater vehicles.
\n"To build and strengthen 'Maritime Fujian' (the province's maritime sector) on a larger and stronger scale, it is essential to develop maritime manufacturing industries that are internationally leading," he said.
\nThe intelligent unmanned vessel products, developed by Zhuhai Yunzhou Intelligence Technology, have been sold to more than 50 countries and regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, the United Arab Emirates and Malaysia.
\nThese products have overcome core technologies such as autonomous navigation, perception and obstacle avoidance, and cooperative control, reaching an internationally leading level, said Liang Jianhui, the company's senior marketing director.
\nContact the writers at limenghan@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", + "content": "Technological innovation is key to driving the green, high-end and intelligent transformation of maritime equipment, using new quality productive forces to promote the high-quality development of the maritime economy, experts and industry insiders said during a recent conference in Fuzhou, Fujian province.
\n"Green and intelligent maritime equipment will provide significant support for the future maritime industry, helping the low-carbon transformation of the global maritime energy sector," said Yu Qing, deputy director of the Marine Technology Innovation Center-Yangtze Delta.
\nHe added that the green and intelligent development of maritime vessels and offshore engineering is the key solution to the challenges of "high emissions and high energy consumption". It is also a strategic choice for the low-carbon and sustainable development of the global maritime economy.
\nYu made the remarks at the World Maritime Equipment Conference 2025, which was themed "Setting Sail Towards Green Development". The event was held from Oct 16 to 19.
\nLiu Feng, chairman of Fujian Baofan New Energy Technology, echoed Yu's views, adding that traditional vessels, which primarily rely on diesel engines for power, contribute significantly to maritime pollution.
\n"Electric vessels are still in their initial stage of development and face challenges such as high costs, short endurance, slow charging times, low cargo capacity and insufficient deployment of offshore charging infrastructure," Liu said, adding that tackling these bottleneck problems is essential to improving the public's willingness to adopt them.
\nLiu highlighted the company's self-developed methanol-lithium battery hybrid fishing vessel. It uses the battery pack for port entry, exit and low-speed navigation, while the methanol generator powers high-speed navigation and charges the batteries. The eco-friendly vessel features low construction costs, high efficiency, rapid energy replenishment, eliminating charging anxiety and offering lower operating costs than traditional fuel-powered ships.
\nLou Luobing is the business director of the Greater China and Vietnam regional branch of RINA, an Italian company. He stressed the importance of international cooperation in the decarbonization and intelligent upgrading of global shipping systems, describing it as "an accelerator" and "an indispensable core force".
\n"The green and intelligent transformation of maritime equipment involves multiple complex fields, including new energy, digital twins and intelligent operation. No country can lead in all these areas alone, but international cooperation enables technological complementarity and resource integration," he said.
\nLou highlighted the reciprocal strengths of China and Italy — China's manufacturing capacity and "dual carbon" policies, and Italy's expertise in high-end technology, standards and new energy reserves.
\nHe also mentioned a cooperation project between RINA and a Chinese enterprise established early this year. The project aims to develop technological solutions to address material challenges encountered during the storage and transportation of new green energy carriers, such as hydrogen and ammonia.
\nLin Jian, a member of the European Academy of Sciences and head of the Southern University of Science and Technology's Advanced Institute for Ocean Research, emphasized the importance of deep-sea engineering, adding that it is comparable to space engineering.
\nLin pointed out the vast opportunities for industrial development in deep-sea exploration equipment, including unmanned aerial vehicles, unmanned surface vessels and unmanned underwater vehicles.
\n"To build and strengthen 'Maritime Fujian' (the province's maritime sector) on a larger and stronger scale, it is essential to develop maritime manufacturing industries that are internationally leading," he said.
\nThe intelligent unmanned vessel products, developed by Zhuhai Yunzhou Intelligence Technology, have been sold to more than 50 countries and regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, the United Arab Emirates and Malaysia.
\nThese products have overcome core technologies such as autonomous navigation, perception and obstacle avoidance, and cooperative control, reaching an internationally leading level, said Liang Jianhui, the company's senior marketing director.
\nContact the writers at limenghan@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nThe Standing Committee of the 14th Guangdong Provincial People's Congress voted on Oct 11 to adopt the revised Measures for the Implementation of the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Protection of Women's Rights and Interests in Guangdong Province, which will take effect on Jan 1.
\nThe revised measures have been expanded from the original nine chapters and 46 articles to nine chapters and 59 articles. They focus on key and challenging issues in protecting women's rights and interests, improving relevant systems and transforming effective provincial practices into institutional norms.
\nIn safeguarding women's equal rights and interests in the digital era, Article 30 of the measures stipulates that women's digital literacy education will be strengthened, enhancing their ability to select, evaluate and effectively utilize media information.
\nThe article requires State departments, enterprises, public institutions and mass organizations to promote gender equality in digital fields such as data and personal information processing, automated decision-making and algorithmic recommendation services.
\nThis represents the country's first legal provision to systematically regulate gender equality in the digital sphere within women's rights protection legislation.
\nThe measures specify requirements for internet platforms to eliminate gender bias in algorithm designs for tasks such as order distribution and compensation calculations. They also require platforms to conduct digital skills training to help women bridge the "digital divide", which is a proactive response to challenges posed by technological development to women's rights protection.
\nThe measures further state that no organization or individual may use the internet to infringe upon women's legitimate rights and interests. Women who suffer from online infringement have the right to demand that internet product and service providers cease the infringing acts.
\nGuangdong is a major hub for the internet industry, with a large number of web-related enterprises and a substantial workforce, said Wang Biaochen, deputy director of the rights and interests department with the Guangdong Women's Federation.
\n"Emerging fields, including algorithmic technology, may impact both industry practitioners and service users, even potentially infringing upon their rights and interests, "she said. "Therefore, we aim to establish proactive provisions through legislation to address these challenges."
\nWang cited a case about "algorithmic discrimination" last year. In Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, a 26-year-old female programmer surnamed Lin sued a tech company for emotional distress after failing three consecutive interviews.
\nLin said she discovered the company's system automatically flagged female resumes with "emotional instability risk". The company had developed an AI interview system in which male executives comprised 87 percent of the training data, and female candidates had a 42 percent lower pass rate than males.
\nAlthough the company argued that "the algorithm had no subjective malice", the court invoked China's Personal Information Protection Law and ruled that biased training data resulted in a discriminatory result. The company was ordered to remove gender-related parameters, retrain the model and issue a public apology.
\nWang Tianyu, head of the social law office with the Institute of Law, which is part of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, said that relevant platforms should recognize women as a distinct group with specific protection needs and increase investment in areas such as child care and welfare.
\nEfforts should be made to guide technology toward having a positive social impact, transforming women's unique characteristics into competitive advantages on platforms.
\n"For instance, some ride-hailing platforms prioritize matching female passengers with female drivers during nighttime hours — a case that demonstrates how gender-specific considerations can be leveraged as operational strengths, "Wang said. "We need to make algorithms more humane, and the content used to 'feed' them is crucial. In the development of artificial intelligence, technical parameters should be adjusted to provide precise work arrangements for women as a distinct group."
\nThe measures also highlight institutional innovation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. They stipulate the enhancement of cooperation with Hong Kong and Macao in the field of women's rights protection, promote exchanges between women's organizations and groups in the three regions, and facilitate the integrated development of women's affairs in GBA.
\nzhengcaixiong@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", + "content": "Guangdong province has taken a pioneering step in ensuring gender equality in the digital field with the recent adoption of revised measures for women's rights protection.
\nThe Standing Committee of the 14th Guangdong Provincial People's Congress voted on Oct 11 to adopt the revised Measures for the Implementation of the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Protection of Women's Rights and Interests in Guangdong Province, which will take effect on Jan 1.
\nThe revised measures have been expanded from the original nine chapters and 46 articles to nine chapters and 59 articles. They focus on key and challenging issues in protecting women's rights and interests, improving relevant systems and transforming effective provincial practices into institutional norms.
\nIn safeguarding women's equal rights and interests in the digital era, Article 30 of the measures stipulates that women's digital literacy education will be strengthened, enhancing their ability to select, evaluate and effectively utilize media information.
\nThe article requires State departments, enterprises, public institutions and mass organizations to promote gender equality in digital fields such as data and personal information processing, automated decision-making and algorithmic recommendation services.
\nThis represents the country's first legal provision to systematically regulate gender equality in the digital sphere within women's rights protection legislation.
\nThe measures specify requirements for internet platforms to eliminate gender bias in algorithm designs for tasks such as order distribution and compensation calculations. They also require platforms to conduct digital skills training to help women bridge the "digital divide", which is a proactive response to challenges posed by technological development to women's rights protection.
\nThe measures further state that no organization or individual may use the internet to infringe upon women's legitimate rights and interests. Women who suffer from online infringement have the right to demand that internet product and service providers cease the infringing acts.
\nGuangdong is a major hub for the internet industry, with a large number of web-related enterprises and a substantial workforce, said Wang Biaochen, deputy director of the rights and interests department with the Guangdong Women's Federation.
\n"Emerging fields, including algorithmic technology, may impact both industry practitioners and service users, even potentially infringing upon their rights and interests, "she said. "Therefore, we aim to establish proactive provisions through legislation to address these challenges."
\nWang cited a case about "algorithmic discrimination" last year. In Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, a 26-year-old female programmer surnamed Lin sued a tech company for emotional distress after failing three consecutive interviews.
\nLin said she discovered the company's system automatically flagged female resumes with "emotional instability risk". The company had developed an AI interview system in which male executives comprised 87 percent of the training data, and female candidates had a 42 percent lower pass rate than males.
\nAlthough the company argued that "the algorithm had no subjective malice", the court invoked China's Personal Information Protection Law and ruled that biased training data resulted in a discriminatory result. The company was ordered to remove gender-related parameters, retrain the model and issue a public apology.
\nWang Tianyu, head of the social law office with the Institute of Law, which is part of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, said that relevant platforms should recognize women as a distinct group with specific protection needs and increase investment in areas such as child care and welfare.
\nEfforts should be made to guide technology toward having a positive social impact, transforming women's unique characteristics into competitive advantages on platforms.
\n"For instance, some ride-hailing platforms prioritize matching female passengers with female drivers during nighttime hours — a case that demonstrates how gender-specific considerations can be leveraged as operational strengths, "Wang said. "We need to make algorithms more humane, and the content used to 'feed' them is crucial. In the development of artificial intelligence, technical parameters should be adjusted to provide precise work arrangements for women as a distinct group."
\nThe measures also highlight institutional innovation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. They stipulate the enhancement of cooperation with Hong Kong and Macao in the field of women's rights protection, promote exchanges between women's organizations and groups in the three regions, and facilitate the integrated development of women's affairs in GBA.
\nzhengcaixiong@chinadaily.com.cn
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Ji Wenhua (second from left) from Xi'an center of China Geological Survey works with Ashraf N. Qubsani (fourth from left) from Saudi Geological Survey and technical partners during a field survey in Saudi Arabia in December 2023.
\nChina has deepened international cooperation in earth sciences aimed at understanding the planet's systems, promoting sustainable use of resources and fostering green development around the world, the Ministry of Natural Resources said.
\nSince 2020, the China Geological Survey, an institution under the ministry, has collaborated with partners from Saudi Arabia to undertake four major earth science projects to support Saudi Arabia's resource exploration.
\nJi Wenhua, deputy director of the CGS Xi'an center in Shaanxi province, said the projects, involving 40 Chinese institutions and over 200 technical professionals, have introduced international standards for geochemical mapping and core analysis while fostering local technical capacity.
\nAshraf N. Qubsani, the geological mapping project manager of RGPSGS of Saudi Arabia, said the two sides combined their expertise to establish shared standards that balance China's detailed field observation approach with Western methods.
\n"Through close collaboration and technical discussions, we compared and analyzed the strengths of both systems. This 'collision' of ideas proved to be highly productive — leading to the development of a more optimized set of geological mapping standards for this project, "Qubsani said, adding that the new standards lead to higher efficiency and greater precision mapping.
\nThe projects have become a platform for cultivating Saudi geologists, working shoulder to shoulder with Chinese teams, exchanging experience, learning advanced mapping techniques, participating in data analysis and interpretation, and contributing to publications according to Qubsani. "The project has not only enhanced their technical capabilities but also strengthened mutual trust and friendship between the two sides," he said.
\nMinister of Natural Resources Guan Zhiou said the field of geology and mineral resources is an important area of Sino-Saudi cooperation. "Both sides seek to deepen and expand geological survey cooperation, strengthening collaboration in fundamental geological investigations and mineral resource potential assessments," he said in September.
\nIn the information age, data has become a driving force behind advances in earth science. China has taken a leading role in building shared geoscience data platforms that provide open access to information on resources, ecosystems, and geological processes, according to CGS.
\nThrough international collaboration, Chinese scientists have developed large-scale databases that support global research on environmental change and resource assessment.
\nWang Xueqiu, chief scientist at the Institute of Geophysical and Geochemical Exploration of the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, said that by deepening geochemical and geophysical studies, China can better understand the distribution of elements and resources across continents and provide key data for global environmental protection.
\nOne of the milestones is the establishment of the UNESCO International Research Centre on Global-Scale Geochemistry, jointly founded by the Chinese government and UNESCO in 2016. The center launched the international big science program of "Chemical Earth" to build a global geochemical baseline network. "The program has so far covered 37.74 million square kilometers, establishing a global geochemical baseline network that spans about 33 percent of the world's land area, providing big data support for the sustainable development of global resources and the environment, "Wang said.
\nChina has also partnered with 11 countries, including Mongolia, Laos and Cambodia, to produce geochemical maps of 69 elements, helping several nations publish their first maps of this kind. "These datasets have supported soil protection and improved crop yields and quality in developing countries," he said.
\nMeanwhile, to advance karst research and global carbon studies, China and UNESCO established the International Research Center on Karst in 2008. The center leads the big scientific program of "Global Karst Dynamic Systems", according to Zhang Cheng, deputy head of the center.
\nWorking with experts from 26 countries, Chinese scientists have built a carbon cycle model of karst regions and quantitative assessment models, developed new technologies for groundwater utilization, and improved water security in regions where karst geology makes water scarce, said Zhang, who is also the Chair of the Technical Committee on Karst, International Organization for Standardization.
\nThe IRCK has also established global monitoring networks in the Mediterranean and subtropical regions to track carbon cycling in karst ecosystems. These efforts have contributed to the understanding of natural carbon sinks and supported international climate mitigation policies.
\n"By advancing karst carbon monitoring and standardization, we are helping accelerate the global process of reducing carbon emissions, "Zhang said.
\nChina is also advancing international cooperation in resource utilization and low-carbon industrial transformation.
\nAn energy-saving and low-carbon upgrade project of the phosphate chemical industry, funded by the Global Environment Facility and supervised by the United Nations Development Programme, was officially launched in March 2023.
\nThe project runs from August 2022 to August 2027, aiming to promote the widespread adoption of low-carbon and energy-saving technologies in China's phosphate mining industry and support its transition toward green and high-quality development, according to the Institute of Mineral Resources of the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences.
\nHan Zhijun, deputy director of the institute, said key initiatives include conducting five pilot demonstration projects in the provinces of Sichuan, Guizhou, and Yunnan — covering mining, mineral processing, and tailings utilization — as well as building a carbon accounting system for the entire phosphate production process. It also focuses on the development of financing plans to help small and medium-sized enterprises achieve green transformation.
\n"The project contributes not only to China's ecological progress but also to the global climate agenda and the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals," Han said.
\nTo support global scientific engagement, China is investing heavily in training international earth science professionals. Currently, 63 Chinese researchers of CGS serve in international geoscience organizations such as relevant UNESCO institutions and the International Union of Geological Sciences.
\nCGS has taken various measures to strengthen its personnel's skills in geosciences and international cooperation, aiming to cultivate a new generation of internationally minded scientists capable of leading collaborative research projects and representing China in global science governance, it said.
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\n", + "content": "Ji Wenhua (second from left) from Xi'an center of China Geological Survey works with Ashraf N. Qubsani (fourth from left) from Saudi Geological Survey and technical partners during a field survey in Saudi Arabia in December 2023.
\nChina has deepened international cooperation in earth sciences aimed at understanding the planet's systems, promoting sustainable use of resources and fostering green development around the world, the Ministry of Natural Resources said.
\nSince 2020, the China Geological Survey, an institution under the ministry, has collaborated with partners from Saudi Arabia to undertake four major earth science projects to support Saudi Arabia's resource exploration.
\nJi Wenhua, deputy director of the CGS Xi'an center in Shaanxi province, said the projects, involving 40 Chinese institutions and over 200 technical professionals, have introduced international standards for geochemical mapping and core analysis while fostering local technical capacity.
\nAshraf N. Qubsani, the geological mapping project manager of RGPSGS of Saudi Arabia, said the two sides combined their expertise to establish shared standards that balance China's detailed field observation approach with Western methods.
\n"Through close collaboration and technical discussions, we compared and analyzed the strengths of both systems. This 'collision' of ideas proved to be highly productive — leading to the development of a more optimized set of geological mapping standards for this project, "Qubsani said, adding that the new standards lead to higher efficiency and greater precision mapping.
\nThe projects have become a platform for cultivating Saudi geologists, working shoulder to shoulder with Chinese teams, exchanging experience, learning advanced mapping techniques, participating in data analysis and interpretation, and contributing to publications according to Qubsani. "The project has not only enhanced their technical capabilities but also strengthened mutual trust and friendship between the two sides," he said.
\nMinister of Natural Resources Guan Zhiou said the field of geology and mineral resources is an important area of Sino-Saudi cooperation. "Both sides seek to deepen and expand geological survey cooperation, strengthening collaboration in fundamental geological investigations and mineral resource potential assessments," he said in September.
\nIn the information age, data has become a driving force behind advances in earth science. China has taken a leading role in building shared geoscience data platforms that provide open access to information on resources, ecosystems, and geological processes, according to CGS.
\nThrough international collaboration, Chinese scientists have developed large-scale databases that support global research on environmental change and resource assessment.
\nWang Xueqiu, chief scientist at the Institute of Geophysical and Geochemical Exploration of the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, said that by deepening geochemical and geophysical studies, China can better understand the distribution of elements and resources across continents and provide key data for global environmental protection.
\nOne of the milestones is the establishment of the UNESCO International Research Centre on Global-Scale Geochemistry, jointly founded by the Chinese government and UNESCO in 2016. The center launched the international big science program of "Chemical Earth" to build a global geochemical baseline network. "The program has so far covered 37.74 million square kilometers, establishing a global geochemical baseline network that spans about 33 percent of the world's land area, providing big data support for the sustainable development of global resources and the environment, "Wang said.
\nChina has also partnered with 11 countries, including Mongolia, Laos and Cambodia, to produce geochemical maps of 69 elements, helping several nations publish their first maps of this kind. "These datasets have supported soil protection and improved crop yields and quality in developing countries," he said.
\nMeanwhile, to advance karst research and global carbon studies, China and UNESCO established the International Research Center on Karst in 2008. The center leads the big scientific program of "Global Karst Dynamic Systems", according to Zhang Cheng, deputy head of the center.
\nWorking with experts from 26 countries, Chinese scientists have built a carbon cycle model of karst regions and quantitative assessment models, developed new technologies for groundwater utilization, and improved water security in regions where karst geology makes water scarce, said Zhang, who is also the Chair of the Technical Committee on Karst, International Organization for Standardization.
\nThe IRCK has also established global monitoring networks in the Mediterranean and subtropical regions to track carbon cycling in karst ecosystems. These efforts have contributed to the understanding of natural carbon sinks and supported international climate mitigation policies.
\n"By advancing karst carbon monitoring and standardization, we are helping accelerate the global process of reducing carbon emissions, "Zhang said.
\nChina is also advancing international cooperation in resource utilization and low-carbon industrial transformation.
\nAn energy-saving and low-carbon upgrade project of the phosphate chemical industry, funded by the Global Environment Facility and supervised by the United Nations Development Programme, was officially launched in March 2023.
\nThe project runs from August 2022 to August 2027, aiming to promote the widespread adoption of low-carbon and energy-saving technologies in China's phosphate mining industry and support its transition toward green and high-quality development, according to the Institute of Mineral Resources of the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences.
\nHan Zhijun, deputy director of the institute, said key initiatives include conducting five pilot demonstration projects in the provinces of Sichuan, Guizhou, and Yunnan — covering mining, mineral processing, and tailings utilization — as well as building a carbon accounting system for the entire phosphate production process. It also focuses on the development of financing plans to help small and medium-sized enterprises achieve green transformation.
\n"The project contributes not only to China's ecological progress but also to the global climate agenda and the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals," Han said.
\nTo support global scientific engagement, China is investing heavily in training international earth science professionals. Currently, 63 Chinese researchers of CGS serve in international geoscience organizations such as relevant UNESCO institutions and the International Union of Geological Sciences.
\nCGS has taken various measures to strengthen its personnel's skills in geosciences and international cooperation, aiming to cultivate a new generation of internationally minded scientists capable of leading collaborative research projects and representing China in global science governance, it said.
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Hadamengou field support station in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia autonomous region.
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Geological workers have meals at the Xining field support base in Qinghai province.
\nThe working and living conditions for geological field operations in China have significantly improved in recent years, transforming what was once a "helpless" situation for many geological workers in remote areas.
\n"After long days in the field, we can now take hot showers, completely shedding the dusty and grimy image once associated with geophysical fieldwork," said Wang Kai, deputy project leader of the geophysical survey in the salt lake area of the Qaidam Basin in Qinghai province.
\nSince 2012, Wang has participated in over 10 geological survey projects, spending nearly 25 months on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. When he first worked in the uninhabited areas of the Xizang autonomous region, the team lived in tents that often collapsed under heavy snow and leaked from all sides, as Wang recalled. "Even indoors, we had to sleep in sleeping bags and be covered with heavy quilts," he said.
\n"Our faces and bodies were covered in dust when we woke up in the morning," Wang added.
\nGeological survey work is often carried out in remote and harsh environments such as plateaus, high mountains, permafrost zones, and deserts.
\n"In the past, geological workers conducting field surveys in these areas had to fend for themselves, often without proper protection, which put their health and safety at risk," said Huang Chengwei, deputy director of the China Geological Survey's field base support program.
\nTo address these challenges, the China Geological Survey has, in recent years, established comprehensive field support bases in locations such as Lhasa in Xizang, Xining in Qinghai province, and Urumqi in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.
\nDifferent models, including container camps, vehicle-mounted camps, fixed camps and tent camps, have been introduced to set up field support stations and units tailored to diverse regional environments and operational needs, Huang said.
\nAccording to Huang, workers stationed at these bases now have access to reliable oxygen supplies, warm and comfortable living quarters, clean drinking water, and specialized safety training and monitoring. "The one-stop support service has ended the era when geological workers had to 'work alone with no support' in the field," Huang said. "It has improved both work efficiency and safety."
\nDuring a geophysical survey project earlier this year, Wang's team of more than 60 members was stationed at the Dalangtan field support base in Qinghai, which features accommodation areas, offices, a cafeteria, showers and storage facilities.
\n"The base is well-organized and spacious," Wang said, noting that dedicated chefs and maintenance staff provide daily logistical support. "With such comprehensive support, we can focus entirely on our fieldwork without worries."
\nBack in 2023, while working in the Qarhan zone in Qinghai, Wang's team lived in simple containers that swayed in strong winds and had poor insulation. "Now, in the modernized camp, I can shower and rest well after a long day's work, which helps me start the next day refreshed," he said.
\nZhang Xiaoxing, who is leading a gold mine survey project in Xinjiang from 2023 to 2025, shared similar experiences. Before 2024, his team relied on tents in the field. "Because of the poor living conditions, once temperatures soared in July and August, it became impossible to continue operations, and the project had to be suspended," Zhang said.
\nThis year, Zhang's team moved into mobile prefab houses at the Turpan field support camp in Xinjiang. The new units are equipped with air coolers, office furniture, and other facilities, greatly improving both comfort and work efficiency. "Monitoring equipment installed on the prefab houses also helps ensure the safety of our supplies and equipment, especially with wildlife roaming nearby," he added.
\nThanks to the improved support in the field, geological workers have gained a greater sense of honor and fulfillment, Huang said.
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\nHadamengou field support station in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia autonomous region.
\nGeological workers have meals at the Xining field support base in Qinghai province.
\nThe working and living conditions for geological field operations in China have significantly improved in recent years, transforming what was once a "helpless" situation for many geological workers in remote areas.
\n"After long days in the field, we can now take hot showers, completely shedding the dusty and grimy image once associated with geophysical fieldwork," said Wang Kai, deputy project leader of the geophysical survey in the salt lake area of the Qaidam Basin in Qinghai province.
\nSince 2012, Wang has participated in over 10 geological survey projects, spending nearly 25 months on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. When he first worked in the uninhabited areas of the Xizang autonomous region, the team lived in tents that often collapsed under heavy snow and leaked from all sides, as Wang recalled. "Even indoors, we had to sleep in sleeping bags and be covered with heavy quilts," he said.
\n"Our faces and bodies were covered in dust when we woke up in the morning," Wang added.
\nGeological survey work is often carried out in remote and harsh environments such as plateaus, high mountains, permafrost zones, and deserts.
\n"In the past, geological workers conducting field surveys in these areas had to fend for themselves, often without proper protection, which put their health and safety at risk," said Huang Chengwei, deputy director of the China Geological Survey's field base support program.
\nTo address these challenges, the China Geological Survey has, in recent years, established comprehensive field support bases in locations such as Lhasa in Xizang, Xining in Qinghai province, and Urumqi in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.
\nDifferent models, including container camps, vehicle-mounted camps, fixed camps and tent camps, have been introduced to set up field support stations and units tailored to diverse regional environments and operational needs, Huang said.
\nAccording to Huang, workers stationed at these bases now have access to reliable oxygen supplies, warm and comfortable living quarters, clean drinking water, and specialized safety training and monitoring. "The one-stop support service has ended the era when geological workers had to 'work alone with no support' in the field," Huang said. "It has improved both work efficiency and safety."
\nDuring a geophysical survey project earlier this year, Wang's team of more than 60 members was stationed at the Dalangtan field support base in Qinghai, which features accommodation areas, offices, a cafeteria, showers and storage facilities.
\n"The base is well-organized and spacious," Wang said, noting that dedicated chefs and maintenance staff provide daily logistical support. "With such comprehensive support, we can focus entirely on our fieldwork without worries."
\nBack in 2023, while working in the Qarhan zone in Qinghai, Wang's team lived in simple containers that swayed in strong winds and had poor insulation. "Now, in the modernized camp, I can shower and rest well after a long day's work, which helps me start the next day refreshed," he said.
\nZhang Xiaoxing, who is leading a gold mine survey project in Xinjiang from 2023 to 2025, shared similar experiences. Before 2024, his team relied on tents in the field. "Because of the poor living conditions, once temperatures soared in July and August, it became impossible to continue operations, and the project had to be suspended," Zhang said.
\nThis year, Zhang's team moved into mobile prefab houses at the Turpan field support camp in Xinjiang. The new units are equipped with air coolers, office furniture, and other facilities, greatly improving both comfort and work efficiency. "Monitoring equipment installed on the prefab houses also helps ensure the safety of our supplies and equipment, especially with wildlife roaming nearby," he added.
\nThanks to the improved support in the field, geological workers have gained a greater sense of honor and fulfillment, Huang said.
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\nChina has made significant progress in securing its mineral resources and boosting domestic supply. The move to enhance control over critical minerals is aimed at better managing sectoral risks, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources. "We have thoroughly evaluated the quantity, distribution, and development status of 163 mineral resources with confirmed reserves," Guan Zhiou, minister of natural resources, told a news conference held in Beijing in September, adding that there have been significant breakthroughs in the exploration and development of strategic resources such as oil, gas, copper and lithium.
\n"In addition, China has adhered to green development, with over 1,000 national-level green mines established," he added.
\nXu Dachun, vice-minister of natural resources, said at the same news conference that the discovery of 10 large oilfields and 19 large gas fields during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25) marks a major advancement, along with significant breakthroughs in deep coal bed methane.
\nThe Ordos Basin in northwestern China alone has seen a major increase in proven geological reserves that exceed 300 billion cubic meters of methane, almost matching the total additions of the past decade, he said. "Over the past five years, China has made significant breakthroughs in mineral discoveries and improved the country's energy and resource security," Xu said.
\n"Old resource bases are being revitalized, while new resource bases are emerging one after another," he said.
\nSeveral existing resource bases have been revitalized, extending the lifespan of mines such as the Xiaoyi bauxite mine in North China's Shanxi province and the Jiaodong gold mine in East China's Shandong province, Xu said at the news conference.
\nHe added that new large resource bases for gold, phosphorus and sylvite are emerging. The Dadonggou gold mine in Northeast China's Liaoning province, with an additional estimated gold reserve of nearly 1,500 metric tons, has the potential to become another world-class gold mine after the Jiaodong gold mine.
\nThe newly discovered Asian Lithium Belt, stretching 2,800 kilometers across Sichuan and Qinghai provinces, and Xinjiang Uygur and Xizang autonomous regions, has revealed large and superlarge lithium deposits along this critical rare metal belt, he said.
\nBy January, China's share of global lithium reserves had risen from 6 percent in 2021 to 16.5 percent, moving the country up from the sixth to the second place worldwide, according to the China Geological Survey.
\nSince the launch of the new strategic initiative for mineral exploration breakthroughs in 2021, the China Geological Survey, an institution under the Ministry of Natural Resources and responsible for geological and mineral exploration work, has ramped up efforts to discover copper deposits.
\nOver the past five years, more than 20 million tons of new copper reserves have been identified. The potential resources are estimated at 150 million tons. The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is poised to become a world-class copper resource hub, CGS said.
\nTechnological advancements have further boosted resource utilization, CGS said. A world-class challenge of efficiently recovering ultra-fine-grained ilmenite has been solved, increasing titanium recovery rates to over 40 percent. In the Panxi region of Sichuan province alone, more than 87 million tons of titanium resources have been leveraged.
\nCGS and the Hubei provincial government have been working on technological advancements for the utilization of the superlarge niobiumrare earth deposit in northwestern Hubei. They have tackled key technological challenges for the efficient use of niobium resources, which will help unlock 929,000 tons of niobium.
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\n", + "content": "China has made significant progress in securing its mineral resources and boosting domestic supply. The move to enhance control over critical minerals is aimed at better managing sectoral risks, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources. "We have thoroughly evaluated the quantity, distribution, and development status of 163 mineral resources with confirmed reserves," Guan Zhiou, minister of natural resources, told a news conference held in Beijing in September, adding that there have been significant breakthroughs in the exploration and development of strategic resources such as oil, gas, copper and lithium.
\n"In addition, China has adhered to green development, with over 1,000 national-level green mines established," he added.
\nXu Dachun, vice-minister of natural resources, said at the same news conference that the discovery of 10 large oilfields and 19 large gas fields during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25) marks a major advancement, along with significant breakthroughs in deep coal bed methane.
\nThe Ordos Basin in northwestern China alone has seen a major increase in proven geological reserves that exceed 300 billion cubic meters of methane, almost matching the total additions of the past decade, he said. "Over the past five years, China has made significant breakthroughs in mineral discoveries and improved the country's energy and resource security," Xu said.
\n"Old resource bases are being revitalized, while new resource bases are emerging one after another," he said.
\nSeveral existing resource bases have been revitalized, extending the lifespan of mines such as the Xiaoyi bauxite mine in North China's Shanxi province and the Jiaodong gold mine in East China's Shandong province, Xu said at the news conference.
\nHe added that new large resource bases for gold, phosphorus and sylvite are emerging. The Dadonggou gold mine in Northeast China's Liaoning province, with an additional estimated gold reserve of nearly 1,500 metric tons, has the potential to become another world-class gold mine after the Jiaodong gold mine.
\nThe newly discovered Asian Lithium Belt, stretching 2,800 kilometers across Sichuan and Qinghai provinces, and Xinjiang Uygur and Xizang autonomous regions, has revealed large and superlarge lithium deposits along this critical rare metal belt, he said.
\nBy January, China's share of global lithium reserves had risen from 6 percent in 2021 to 16.5 percent, moving the country up from the sixth to the second place worldwide, according to the China Geological Survey.
\nSince the launch of the new strategic initiative for mineral exploration breakthroughs in 2021, the China Geological Survey, an institution under the Ministry of Natural Resources and responsible for geological and mineral exploration work, has ramped up efforts to discover copper deposits.
\nOver the past five years, more than 20 million tons of new copper reserves have been identified. The potential resources are estimated at 150 million tons. The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is poised to become a world-class copper resource hub, CGS said.
\nTechnological advancements have further boosted resource utilization, CGS said. A world-class challenge of efficiently recovering ultra-fine-grained ilmenite has been solved, increasing titanium recovery rates to over 40 percent. In the Panxi region of Sichuan province alone, more than 87 million tons of titanium resources have been leveraged.
\nCGS and the Hubei provincial government have been working on technological advancements for the utilization of the superlarge niobiumrare earth deposit in northwestern Hubei. They have tackled key technological challenges for the efficient use of niobium resources, which will help unlock 929,000 tons of niobium.
\nlihongyang@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nEditor's note: A series of breakthroughs have been achieved in geological and marine exploration technologies, strengthening the nation's capacity for resource discovery, environmental monitoring and scientific research both on land and at sea.
\n5,000-meter Intelligent Geological Drilling Equipment
\nChina's 5,000-meter intelligent geological drilling technology and equipment represent a major advance in deep-Earth exploration. Breakthroughs in intelligent control, automation, lightweight design and modular construction have enabled automated control of drilling and 90 percent automation at the wellhead. The technology has reached an internationally advanced level, with several features leading globally. It supports industrial upgrading and provides essential technical capacity for deep resource exploration.
\nGeology 1 Hyperspectral Small Satellite
\nLaunched on May 17, the Geology 1 Hyperspectral Small Satellite is China's first satellite dedicated to geological research. Using advanced hyperspectral imaging, it can detect and identify geological resources and environmental elements with high precision. Weighing 83 kilograms, the satellite orbits 520 kilometers above Earth in a sun-synchronous path. It provides high-resolution, wide-spectrum imaging that greatly enhances the country's ability to conduct independent remote sensing for resource exploration, mineral monitoring and natural resource surveys.
\nLightweight Airborne Gravimeter
\nThe GIPS-1A is a compact airborne gravimeter that can be mounted on various platforms, including unmanned aircraft, survey ships and submersibles. It measures local gravity anomalies in motion, supporting fields such as resource exploration, geodesy, geophysics, marine science, defense and space research. Sharing a similar design with the internationally recognized AIRGrav, the GIPS-1A stands out for its small size, light weight, high precision, strong environmental adaptability and reliability.
\nGround-airborne Transient Electromagnetic System
\nDeveloped to tackle challenges in rough terrains, the ground-airborne transient electromagnetic system integrates unmanned and intelligent technologies. Drones are used for data collection, removing the constraints of difficult environments such as deserts, forests and wetlands. The system has shown outstanding performance in mineral exploration and geological hazard surveys in complex regions, including Guizhou province and the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. Developers are working with industry partners to advance commercialization and expand its applications.
\nMultiband Intelligent Ocean-bottom Seismometer
\nDeveloped by the Guangzhou Marine Geological Survey in 2017, the multiband intelligent ocean-bottom seismometer is a key tool for marine geophysical research. Deployed on the seafloor, it records seismic wave signals to create detailed images of subsea geological structures. The device is widely used in marine resource exploration, geophysical studies, earthquake monitoring, microseismic observation and subsea carbon sequestration projects.
\nField Rapid Analysis and Testing Platform
\nThe field rapid analysis and testing platform enables on-site testing for geological surveys, mineral exploration and environmental monitoring. Mounted on a vehicle, it can analyze 69 major and trace elements using portable hyperspectral instruments and other devices. Delivering lab-quality results in the field, the platform offers environmentally friendly and efficient analysis. Since 2023, it has been deployed in 12 projects across a variety of terrains, including mountains, plateaus, grasslands, deserts and tropical rainforests, significantly shortening the time needed for mineral exploration.
\nDeep-ocean Drilling Vessel Meng Xiang
\nThe Meng Xiang, China's first domestically designed and built deep-ocean drilling vessel, marks a major step forward in oceanic research. Measuring 179.8 meters long and 32.8 meters wide, it has a displacement of 42,600 metric tons and a range of 15,000 nautical miles. Capable of sustaining operations for up to 120 days and accommodating 180 crew members, the vessel can withstand typhoons up to level 16, with wind speeds at around 200 km/h. Equipped with an advanced hydraulic lifting rig that can drill as deep as 11,000 meters, the Meng Xiang integrates oceanic scientific drilling, deep-sea oil and gas exploration, and gas hydrate testing — supporting China's exploration of the Earth's deep structures.
\nSOURCE: CHINA GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
\n", + "content": "\nEditor's note: A series of breakthroughs have been achieved in geological and marine exploration technologies, strengthening the nation's capacity for resource discovery, environmental monitoring and scientific research both on land and at sea.
\n5,000-meter Intelligent Geological Drilling Equipment
\nChina's 5,000-meter intelligent geological drilling technology and equipment represent a major advance in deep-Earth exploration. Breakthroughs in intelligent control, automation, lightweight design and modular construction have enabled automated control of drilling and 90 percent automation at the wellhead. The technology has reached an internationally advanced level, with several features leading globally. It supports industrial upgrading and provides essential technical capacity for deep resource exploration.
\nGeology 1 Hyperspectral Small Satellite
\nLaunched on May 17, the Geology 1 Hyperspectral Small Satellite is China's first satellite dedicated to geological research. Using advanced hyperspectral imaging, it can detect and identify geological resources and environmental elements with high precision. Weighing 83 kilograms, the satellite orbits 520 kilometers above Earth in a sun-synchronous path. It provides high-resolution, wide-spectrum imaging that greatly enhances the country's ability to conduct independent remote sensing for resource exploration, mineral monitoring and natural resource surveys.
\nLightweight Airborne Gravimeter
\nThe GIPS-1A is a compact airborne gravimeter that can be mounted on various platforms, including unmanned aircraft, survey ships and submersibles. It measures local gravity anomalies in motion, supporting fields such as resource exploration, geodesy, geophysics, marine science, defense and space research. Sharing a similar design with the internationally recognized AIRGrav, the GIPS-1A stands out for its small size, light weight, high precision, strong environmental adaptability and reliability.
\nGround-airborne Transient Electromagnetic System
\nDeveloped to tackle challenges in rough terrains, the ground-airborne transient electromagnetic system integrates unmanned and intelligent technologies. Drones are used for data collection, removing the constraints of difficult environments such as deserts, forests and wetlands. The system has shown outstanding performance in mineral exploration and geological hazard surveys in complex regions, including Guizhou province and the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. Developers are working with industry partners to advance commercialization and expand its applications.
\nMultiband Intelligent Ocean-bottom Seismometer
\nDeveloped by the Guangzhou Marine Geological Survey in 2017, the multiband intelligent ocean-bottom seismometer is a key tool for marine geophysical research. Deployed on the seafloor, it records seismic wave signals to create detailed images of subsea geological structures. The device is widely used in marine resource exploration, geophysical studies, earthquake monitoring, microseismic observation and subsea carbon sequestration projects.
\nField Rapid Analysis and Testing Platform
\nThe field rapid analysis and testing platform enables on-site testing for geological surveys, mineral exploration and environmental monitoring. Mounted on a vehicle, it can analyze 69 major and trace elements using portable hyperspectral instruments and other devices. Delivering lab-quality results in the field, the platform offers environmentally friendly and efficient analysis. Since 2023, it has been deployed in 12 projects across a variety of terrains, including mountains, plateaus, grasslands, deserts and tropical rainforests, significantly shortening the time needed for mineral exploration.
\nDeep-ocean Drilling Vessel Meng Xiang
\nThe Meng Xiang, China's first domestically designed and built deep-ocean drilling vessel, marks a major step forward in oceanic research. Measuring 179.8 meters long and 32.8 meters wide, it has a displacement of 42,600 metric tons and a range of 15,000 nautical miles. Capable of sustaining operations for up to 120 days and accommodating 180 crew members, the vessel can withstand typhoons up to level 16, with wind speeds at around 200 km/h. Equipped with an advanced hydraulic lifting rig that can drill as deep as 11,000 meters, the Meng Xiang integrates oceanic scientific drilling, deep-sea oil and gas exploration, and gas hydrate testing — supporting China's exploration of the Earth's deep structures.
\nSOURCE: CHINA GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
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The Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano looms in the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark in Arusha, Tanzania.
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Chinese engineers from the Tianjin Center of the China Geological Survey make a field survey in the geopark.
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Members of the Chinese survey team check a stone sample at the geopark.
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Giraffes wander in the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark.
\nOne day at 3 am in September 2023, over 50 people, out of breath, gathered at the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano in the northern part of the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark in Arusha, Tanzania, to witness a marvel — molten lava, as clear as melted gold, flowing through cracks in the crater. Steam mixed with the orange-red lava and the black volcanic ash, creating a thick "river of fire".
\nThese Chinese and Tanzanian nationals, feeling the scorching heat and smelling the strong sulfur in the air, had been climbing for more than seven hours. The climb, with an altitude gain of nearly 3,000 meters and a 45-degree incline, had pushed them to their physical limits.
\nTheir work, the geoheritage survey of the volcano crater, as part of the reconstruction project undertaken by the Chinese government to assist in the development of Tanzania's first and only global geopark, had to be done before dawn. Once sunlight hits, the lava in the crater gradually turns gray, resembling an ordinary muddy river.
\nAnd for this route alone, the geological workers had climbed four times to obtain data on the geological heritage sites and plan sightseeing and scientific expedition routes for the area.
\nFrom nearly being excluded from the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network to having its construction progress fully recognized, the revival of the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark — the first geopark built with China's foreign aid — has fully demonstrated China's wisdom of empowerment through green development and technology, as well as its philosophy of harmony between humans and nature.
\nLocated in northeastern Tanzania, it is the only global geopark in Sub-Saharan Africa with internationally significant geological features. It is renowned for the Ngorongoro Crater, the active Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano and the paleontological sites of the Olduvai Gorge, opening the doors to tourism, conservation, education and research.
\nIn 2018, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization endorsed it as a global geopark, covering around 12,000 square kilometers across the Arusha districts of Ngorongoro, Karatu and Monduli. However, due to problems such as poor fundamental infrastructure, inadequate visitor information and insufficient scientific interpretation content, the geopark received a yellow warning from UNESCO in 2022 and was given a two-year period for corrections and reevaluation.
\nChina stepped in to assist at that critical moment. During Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan's visit to China in November that same year, she and Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the signing ceremony for a China-aided project aimed at addressing the challenges faced by the geopark. Supported by the Agency for International Economic Cooperation of the Ministry of Commerce, the Chinese Embassy in Tanzania and the China Geological Survey, the project has included both technical assistance from the Tianjin Center of the China Geological Survey and physical infrastructure handled by the China Railway 25th Bureau Group.
\n"As the inaugural China aid geopark project, all the people are 'crossing the river by feeling the stones'," said Ren Junping, director of the Southern Africa Geological Survey Cooperation Center of Tianjin Center, who led the project.
\n"We are responsible for the entire workflow, from planning and implementation to construction," Ren said, adding that there were challenges in balancing the local needs with respect for nature in the planning process, as well as the necessity to work together to address logistical problems and deal with the frequent downpours.
\nRen considered the investigation of geological heritage resources as the foundation of the project, with the purpose of determining the distribution and availability of resources within the area. This could provide essential data for spatial planning, scientific expedition route design, and the establishment of a database encompassing geological heritage as well as natural and cultural resources.
\nOver a period of more than a year, the team completed a thorough investigation of the geopark, which included examining geological heritage sites, shallow groundwater sources and volcanic structure rock strata characteristics, as well as the interpretation of remote sensing geological data.
\nSun Kai, a project member from the Tianjin Center, also emphasized the complexity of the project.
\n"This project demands more comprehensive capabilities than conducting domestic geological heritage work," Sun said. "It involves not only geological surveys but also visitor information for public outreach and digitalization."
\nIn addition to essential tools like geological hammers, team members need to carry photographic equipment such as cameras and drones when conducting geological surveys to help produce scientific materials and exhibit designs, he said.
\nLi Lei, a project member from the Tianjin Center, said that China's information technology has been exported to develop a tourist-oriented service platform centered around the geopark's resource data, supported by interpretation and information systems.
\nCurrently, nearly 300 signs, including interpretive, directional and safety warning ones, have been erected in the geopark — all in English, Swahili and Chinese. A field interpretation system is also in place, offering interpretive scripts for key locations in seven languages of English, Swahili, Chinese, French, German, Spanish and Arabic.
\nWhile designing the landmark building of the new geological museum — a requisite for a global geopark — the team chose not to employ complex artificial intelligence technologies considering the frequent power outages in the local area. Instead, they installed solar panels on the exterior walls and used simple electrical systems to power interactive exhibits, such as animal racing and volcanic eruption simulations.
\nThe museum's design draws inspiration from the style of Tanzanian thatched huts, conveying to visitors the story of volcanic activities in the East African Highlands and human evolution, while promoting the ideals of respecting, conforming to and protecting nature.
\n"It was a novel experience for everyone," said Wu Xingyuan, a project member from the Tianjin Center.
\nThe geopark provides a lush habitat with abundant water and grass for 300,000 wild animals, including wildebeest, zebras, lions, rhinoceroses and elephants, creating a self-sustaining tropical savanna ecosystem.
\n"Once, while sitting in the vehicle, we saw a lion lying right by the car window," Wu recalled. "Thus, we have to hire armed security personnel to manage the dangers posed by wildlife."
\nTo protect these animals, primitive dirt paths are maintained to prevent damage to their hooves. Additionally, work must cease, and everyone must leave by 5 pm, returning the area to the wildlife, Wu said.
\n"Another distinctive feature of the geopark is that it is home to nearly 400,000 residents, with the vast majority being Maasai," Wu added.
\nTo honor these indigenous people who have lived here for generations, the team has organized tours where visitors can immerse themselves in the Maasai way of life, sample their traditional food and dance alongside them.
\nAdditionally, the team has implemented a one-month talent training program for local residents, providing them with comprehensive knowledge about the geopark. This includes basic geological knowledge, the formation mechanisms of significant geological heritage sites, as well as training in the use of geological disaster monitor equipment.
\nThe hard work bore fruit when UNESCO successfully revalidated the geopark in December last year, and the project is on track for completion by November.
\nZhang Jianping, vice-president of the Global Geoparks Network and a professor at China University of Geosciences (Beijing), emphasized the "extreme importance" of China's foreign-aid project for the geopark. He noted that it has enhanced local infrastructure and economic opportunities while boosting cultural exchanges and ecological protection.
\n"As one of the only two global geoparks in Africa — the other is in Morocco — the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark is rich in geological, biological and cultural resources. Its conservation is quite good, but the geopark management is relatively weak," Zhang said.
\n"The authorities and staff members need to fully understand the philosophy of UNESCO Global Geoparks. Therefore, capacity building is very important for them, as it can lead them to pay more attention to considering local residents' needs and aspirations. It is greatly appreciated that this project included the training courses," he added.
\nZhang Zhonghui, a senior engineer and a member of the Geological Society of China, described the foreign-aid project as "a paragon of international cooperation".
\n"The project has not only helped Tanzania create a batch of distinctive cultural and tourism products and activities but also achieved long-term empowerment through personnel training and improvements in local livelihoods," Zhang Zhonghui said.
\nlimenghan@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nChinese engineers from the Tianjin Center of the China Geological Survey make a field survey in the geopark.
\nMembers of the Chinese survey team check a stone sample at the geopark.
\nGiraffes wander in the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark.
\nOne day at 3 am in September 2023, over 50 people, out of breath, gathered at the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano in the northern part of the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark in Arusha, Tanzania, to witness a marvel — molten lava, as clear as melted gold, flowing through cracks in the crater. Steam mixed with the orange-red lava and the black volcanic ash, creating a thick "river of fire".
\nThese Chinese and Tanzanian nationals, feeling the scorching heat and smelling the strong sulfur in the air, had been climbing for more than seven hours. The climb, with an altitude gain of nearly 3,000 meters and a 45-degree incline, had pushed them to their physical limits.
\nTheir work, the geoheritage survey of the volcano crater, as part of the reconstruction project undertaken by the Chinese government to assist in the development of Tanzania's first and only global geopark, had to be done before dawn. Once sunlight hits, the lava in the crater gradually turns gray, resembling an ordinary muddy river.
\nAnd for this route alone, the geological workers had climbed four times to obtain data on the geological heritage sites and plan sightseeing and scientific expedition routes for the area.
\nFrom nearly being excluded from the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network to having its construction progress fully recognized, the revival of the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark — the first geopark built with China's foreign aid — has fully demonstrated China's wisdom of empowerment through green development and technology, as well as its philosophy of harmony between humans and nature.
\nLocated in northeastern Tanzania, it is the only global geopark in Sub-Saharan Africa with internationally significant geological features. It is renowned for the Ngorongoro Crater, the active Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano and the paleontological sites of the Olduvai Gorge, opening the doors to tourism, conservation, education and research.
\nIn 2018, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization endorsed it as a global geopark, covering around 12,000 square kilometers across the Arusha districts of Ngorongoro, Karatu and Monduli. However, due to problems such as poor fundamental infrastructure, inadequate visitor information and insufficient scientific interpretation content, the geopark received a yellow warning from UNESCO in 2022 and was given a two-year period for corrections and reevaluation.
\nChina stepped in to assist at that critical moment. During Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan's visit to China in November that same year, she and Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the signing ceremony for a China-aided project aimed at addressing the challenges faced by the geopark. Supported by the Agency for International Economic Cooperation of the Ministry of Commerce, the Chinese Embassy in Tanzania and the China Geological Survey, the project has included both technical assistance from the Tianjin Center of the China Geological Survey and physical infrastructure handled by the China Railway 25th Bureau Group.
\n"As the inaugural China aid geopark project, all the people are 'crossing the river by feeling the stones'," said Ren Junping, director of the Southern Africa Geological Survey Cooperation Center of Tianjin Center, who led the project.
\n"We are responsible for the entire workflow, from planning and implementation to construction," Ren said, adding that there were challenges in balancing the local needs with respect for nature in the planning process, as well as the necessity to work together to address logistical problems and deal with the frequent downpours.
\nRen considered the investigation of geological heritage resources as the foundation of the project, with the purpose of determining the distribution and availability of resources within the area. This could provide essential data for spatial planning, scientific expedition route design, and the establishment of a database encompassing geological heritage as well as natural and cultural resources.
\nOver a period of more than a year, the team completed a thorough investigation of the geopark, which included examining geological heritage sites, shallow groundwater sources and volcanic structure rock strata characteristics, as well as the interpretation of remote sensing geological data.
\nSun Kai, a project member from the Tianjin Center, also emphasized the complexity of the project.
\n"This project demands more comprehensive capabilities than conducting domestic geological heritage work," Sun said. "It involves not only geological surveys but also visitor information for public outreach and digitalization."
\nIn addition to essential tools like geological hammers, team members need to carry photographic equipment such as cameras and drones when conducting geological surveys to help produce scientific materials and exhibit designs, he said.
\nLi Lei, a project member from the Tianjin Center, said that China's information technology has been exported to develop a tourist-oriented service platform centered around the geopark's resource data, supported by interpretation and information systems.
\nCurrently, nearly 300 signs, including interpretive, directional and safety warning ones, have been erected in the geopark — all in English, Swahili and Chinese. A field interpretation system is also in place, offering interpretive scripts for key locations in seven languages of English, Swahili, Chinese, French, German, Spanish and Arabic.
\nWhile designing the landmark building of the new geological museum — a requisite for a global geopark — the team chose not to employ complex artificial intelligence technologies considering the frequent power outages in the local area. Instead, they installed solar panels on the exterior walls and used simple electrical systems to power interactive exhibits, such as animal racing and volcanic eruption simulations.
\nThe museum's design draws inspiration from the style of Tanzanian thatched huts, conveying to visitors the story of volcanic activities in the East African Highlands and human evolution, while promoting the ideals of respecting, conforming to and protecting nature.
\n"It was a novel experience for everyone," said Wu Xingyuan, a project member from the Tianjin Center.
\nThe geopark provides a lush habitat with abundant water and grass for 300,000 wild animals, including wildebeest, zebras, lions, rhinoceroses and elephants, creating a self-sustaining tropical savanna ecosystem.
\n"Once, while sitting in the vehicle, we saw a lion lying right by the car window," Wu recalled. "Thus, we have to hire armed security personnel to manage the dangers posed by wildlife."
\nTo protect these animals, primitive dirt paths are maintained to prevent damage to their hooves. Additionally, work must cease, and everyone must leave by 5 pm, returning the area to the wildlife, Wu said.
\n"Another distinctive feature of the geopark is that it is home to nearly 400,000 residents, with the vast majority being Maasai," Wu added.
\nTo honor these indigenous people who have lived here for generations, the team has organized tours where visitors can immerse themselves in the Maasai way of life, sample their traditional food and dance alongside them.
\nAdditionally, the team has implemented a one-month talent training program for local residents, providing them with comprehensive knowledge about the geopark. This includes basic geological knowledge, the formation mechanisms of significant geological heritage sites, as well as training in the use of geological disaster monitor equipment.
\nThe hard work bore fruit when UNESCO successfully revalidated the geopark in December last year, and the project is on track for completion by November.
\nZhang Jianping, vice-president of the Global Geoparks Network and a professor at China University of Geosciences (Beijing), emphasized the "extreme importance" of China's foreign-aid project for the geopark. He noted that it has enhanced local infrastructure and economic opportunities while boosting cultural exchanges and ecological protection.
\n"As one of the only two global geoparks in Africa — the other is in Morocco — the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark is rich in geological, biological and cultural resources. Its conservation is quite good, but the geopark management is relatively weak," Zhang said.
\n"The authorities and staff members need to fully understand the philosophy of UNESCO Global Geoparks. Therefore, capacity building is very important for them, as it can lead them to pay more attention to considering local residents' needs and aspirations. It is greatly appreciated that this project included the training courses," he added.
\nZhang Zhonghui, a senior engineer and a member of the Geological Society of China, described the foreign-aid project as "a paragon of international cooperation".
\n"The project has not only helped Tanzania create a batch of distinctive cultural and tourism products and activities but also achieved long-term empowerment through personnel training and improvements in local livelihoods," Zhang Zhonghui said.
\nlimenghan@chinadaily.com.cn
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Ren Junping (second from right) and his colleagues pose with Orkotete Lesongoyo at the geopark.
\nI still remember the first time I met Orkotete Lesongoyo. It was a scorching afternoon in 2024 — a dust-covered figure in a traditional Maasai red-checkered robe, yet his eyes sparkled with a thirst for knowledge.
\nOrkotete stood at the door of the classroom a bit shyly, and said in a soft voice in English, "I heard there is a geopark training course here. Can I join?" Although the number of trainees exceeded the planned total of 30, we gave him a definite yes, and he became the 40th participant.
\nIt was the first day of the geopark tour guide training course and the second year of our technical assistance project for the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark in Tanzania. The three-year project is led by the Tianjin Center, China Geological Survey, to revive the first and only global geopark in Tanzania, which was at that time on the verge of being excluded from the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network.
\nEach time the 51-year-old participated in the course, he had to embark on a 150-kilometer motorcycle ride across rough dirt roads. These roads were pitted with holes, and when the rainy season arrived, they transformed into treacherous muddy bogs. While such a distance may not be a significant challenge for us city dwellers, it was, without doubt, a grueling expedition through the rural landscapes of Tanzania.
\nDuring the training course, Orkotete showed an amazing passion for learning. He always sat in the front row, carefully taking notes on every piece of knowledge. Whenever he didn't understand something, he would actively ask questions. And I remember Orkotete's eyes shone particularly brightly the day we discussed the formation process and geological features of the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano.
\nOrkotete told us: "I've grown up at the foot of the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano. I've looked at it every day, but it wasn't until today that I truly understood it."
\nHe added, "Our ancestors have long known the importance of these stones and mountains. They passed down this knowledge orally from generation to generation."
\nThanks to his participation, we also gained a precious local perspective to understand the culture and the people, allowing us to make more considerate planning.
\nAfter the training, Orkotete put the knowledge of geopark management and interpretation into practice, and we heard that he has now become one of the most popular geological tour guides in the area, with professional knowledge from the training as well as the unique enthusiasm and wisdom of the Maasai people.
\nRecently, the Chinese Embassy in Tanzania received a letter of thanks from Tanzania's Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority, acknowledging that China's technical expertise "has significantly enhanced our capacity in geoheritage conservation and management".
\nI've come to deeply realize that the real significance of technical assistance doesn't lie in one-way technology transfer, but in stimulating the inner potential of local people.
\nLocal people like Orkotete need not only knowledge but also opportunities and platforms. When they are given these, the enthusiasm for learning and practical ability they demonstrate often surpass our imagination, as the thirst for these things can overcome any obstacle, and the love for their hometown can create infinite possibilities. They are not just beneficiaries of the construction of the geopark, but also the backbone forces driving local sustainable development.
\nFor me, stories like this are the most vivid portrayal of China-Tanzania friendship. Looking ahead, I believe that such cooperation will continue to deepen. With more local people being empowered, the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark will become a place of natural wonder, a model of sustainable development and a testament to transborder friendship.
\n\nRen Junping (second from right) and his colleagues pose with Orkotete Lesongoyo at the geopark.
\nI still remember the first time I met Orkotete Lesongoyo. It was a scorching afternoon in 2024 — a dust-covered figure in a traditional Maasai red-checkered robe, yet his eyes sparkled with a thirst for knowledge.
\nOrkotete stood at the door of the classroom a bit shyly, and said in a soft voice in English, "I heard there is a geopark training course here. Can I join?" Although the number of trainees exceeded the planned total of 30, we gave him a definite yes, and he became the 40th participant.
\nIt was the first day of the geopark tour guide training course and the second year of our technical assistance project for the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark in Tanzania. The three-year project is led by the Tianjin Center, China Geological Survey, to revive the first and only global geopark in Tanzania, which was at that time on the verge of being excluded from the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network.
\nEach time the 51-year-old participated in the course, he had to embark on a 150-kilometer motorcycle ride across rough dirt roads. These roads were pitted with holes, and when the rainy season arrived, they transformed into treacherous muddy bogs. While such a distance may not be a significant challenge for us city dwellers, it was, without doubt, a grueling expedition through the rural landscapes of Tanzania.
\nDuring the training course, Orkotete showed an amazing passion for learning. He always sat in the front row, carefully taking notes on every piece of knowledge. Whenever he didn't understand something, he would actively ask questions. And I remember Orkotete's eyes shone particularly brightly the day we discussed the formation process and geological features of the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano.
\nOrkotete told us: "I've grown up at the foot of the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano. I've looked at it every day, but it wasn't until today that I truly understood it."
\nHe added, "Our ancestors have long known the importance of these stones and mountains. They passed down this knowledge orally from generation to generation."
\nThanks to his participation, we also gained a precious local perspective to understand the culture and the people, allowing us to make more considerate planning.
\nAfter the training, Orkotete put the knowledge of geopark management and interpretation into practice, and we heard that he has now become one of the most popular geological tour guides in the area, with professional knowledge from the training as well as the unique enthusiasm and wisdom of the Maasai people.
\nRecently, the Chinese Embassy in Tanzania received a letter of thanks from Tanzania's Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority, acknowledging that China's technical expertise "has significantly enhanced our capacity in geoheritage conservation and management".
\nI've come to deeply realize that the real significance of technical assistance doesn't lie in one-way technology transfer, but in stimulating the inner potential of local people.
\nLocal people like Orkotete need not only knowledge but also opportunities and platforms. When they are given these, the enthusiasm for learning and practical ability they demonstrate often surpass our imagination, as the thirst for these things can overcome any obstacle, and the love for their hometown can create infinite possibilities. They are not just beneficiaries of the construction of the geopark, but also the backbone forces driving local sustainable development.
\nFor me, stories like this are the most vivid portrayal of China-Tanzania friendship. Looking ahead, I believe that such cooperation will continue to deepen. With more local people being empowered, the Ngorongoro-Lengai Global Geopark will become a place of natural wonder, a model of sustainable development and a testament to transborder friendship.
\nA major task on the agenda of the fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China in Beijing this week is to discuss the draft proposals for the formulation of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) for national economic and social development. High-standard opening-up in the next five years is a key part of the new plan and how it will be carried out is one of the reasons why the session is being closely followed by the world.
\nOpenness remains China's defining strength and a key driver of Chinese modernization. Amid the rise of protectionism and unilateralism, high-standard opening-up is not merely about expanding trade or investment; it is about optimizing China's system to further integrate its economy into the world system. The meeting will provide strategic guidance for advancing the transition of China's opening-up from the traditional "factor flow" model to a new stage of institutional opening-up based on rules, regulations, management and standards. This transformation marks China's determination to align with high-standard international economic and trade rules and to accelerate the improvement of its institutional mechanisms.
\nAt a time when the global economy faces headwinds from trade fragmentation and the weaponization of tariffs and sanctions, China's firm commitment to opening its doors wider is a vote of confidence for multilateral cooperation.
\nA key move will be to continue to upgrade the country's pilot free trade zones. In recent years, the FTZs and the Hainan Free Trade Port have played a pioneering role in stress-testing institutional reforms in areas such as cross-border data flow, intellectual property rights protection, financial liberalization and green trade. The plan will look to build these into high-standard platforms that can generate replicable experiences for the rest of the country — new highlands of reform that radiate benefits both domestically and internationally.
\nChina's opening-up will continue to be both a driver of domestic growth and a public good for the world economy. For China, deepening openness promotes industrial upgrading, stimulates innovation and enhances productivity. Its openness injects certainty into the world economy, stability into the global supply chains and vitality into international efforts to combat climate change.
\nChina's contribution to global growth has remained around 30 percent in recent years — a figure that speaks of its indispensable role in the global economy. China's commitment to keeping its market open and sharing development opportunities has continually provided certainty, stability and predictability in turbulent times.
\nMoreover, China's Belt and Road Initiative has turned openness into an engine for shared development. By combining "hard connectivity", in the form of infrastructure and industries, with "soft connectivity", in the form of rules and standards, and by strengthening people-to-people ties, the initiative has not only brought tangible benefits to the participants but also promoted the openness of the world system.
\nStill, the path ahead will not be without challenges. External uncertainties are mounting as trade barriers rise and global economic rules are being reshaped around emerging domains such as artificial intelligence and the green transition. In this environment, deepening institutional opening-up is both a proactive adaptation and a strategic necessity. To that end, China will continue to enhance its risk prevention and regulatory capabilities, strike a balance between openness and security and ensure that reform and opening-up proceed steadily in a coordinated manner.
\nUltimately, high-standard opening-up is a vital component of China's broader modernization drive. It will help China harness the forces of innovation and global cooperation to advance high-quality development at home while contributing to a fairer, more inclusive world economy. By turning openness into a pathway for mutual benefit, China is demonstrating that its modernization is also about engaging with the world in deeper, more rules-based and mutually beneficial ways.
\nThe more some economies are turning inward and erecting walls, the more China is resolved to increase its openness and share opportunities. This stands as an affirmation of its vision — that the future of economic globalization must be open, balanced and beneficial to all. This vision will guide China's actions through the next five years and beyond, contributing to the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.
\nA major task on the agenda of the fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China in Beijing this week is to discuss the draft proposals for the formulation of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) for national economic and social development. High-standard opening-up in the next five years is a key part of the new plan and how it will be carried out is one of the reasons why the session is being closely followed by the world.
\nOpenness remains China's defining strength and a key driver of Chinese modernization. Amid the rise of protectionism and unilateralism, high-standard opening-up is not merely about expanding trade or investment; it is about optimizing China's system to further integrate its economy into the world system. The meeting will provide strategic guidance for advancing the transition of China's opening-up from the traditional "factor flow" model to a new stage of institutional opening-up based on rules, regulations, management and standards. This transformation marks China's determination to align with high-standard international economic and trade rules and to accelerate the improvement of its institutional mechanisms.
\nAt a time when the global economy faces headwinds from trade fragmentation and the weaponization of tariffs and sanctions, China's firm commitment to opening its doors wider is a vote of confidence for multilateral cooperation.
\nA key move will be to continue to upgrade the country's pilot free trade zones. In recent years, the FTZs and the Hainan Free Trade Port have played a pioneering role in stress-testing institutional reforms in areas such as cross-border data flow, intellectual property rights protection, financial liberalization and green trade. The plan will look to build these into high-standard platforms that can generate replicable experiences for the rest of the country — new highlands of reform that radiate benefits both domestically and internationally.
\nChina's opening-up will continue to be both a driver of domestic growth and a public good for the world economy. For China, deepening openness promotes industrial upgrading, stimulates innovation and enhances productivity. Its openness injects certainty into the world economy, stability into the global supply chains and vitality into international efforts to combat climate change.
\nChina's contribution to global growth has remained around 30 percent in recent years — a figure that speaks of its indispensable role in the global economy. China's commitment to keeping its market open and sharing development opportunities has continually provided certainty, stability and predictability in turbulent times.
\nMoreover, China's Belt and Road Initiative has turned openness into an engine for shared development. By combining "hard connectivity", in the form of infrastructure and industries, with "soft connectivity", in the form of rules and standards, and by strengthening people-to-people ties, the initiative has not only brought tangible benefits to the participants but also promoted the openness of the world system.
\nStill, the path ahead will not be without challenges. External uncertainties are mounting as trade barriers rise and global economic rules are being reshaped around emerging domains such as artificial intelligence and the green transition. In this environment, deepening institutional opening-up is both a proactive adaptation and a strategic necessity. To that end, China will continue to enhance its risk prevention and regulatory capabilities, strike a balance between openness and security and ensure that reform and opening-up proceed steadily in a coordinated manner.
\nUltimately, high-standard opening-up is a vital component of China's broader modernization drive. It will help China harness the forces of innovation and global cooperation to advance high-quality development at home while contributing to a fairer, more inclusive world economy. By turning openness into a pathway for mutual benefit, China is demonstrating that its modernization is also about engaging with the world in deeper, more rules-based and mutually beneficial ways.
\nThe more some economies are turning inward and erecting walls, the more China is resolved to increase its openness and share opportunities. This stands as an affirmation of its vision — that the future of economic globalization must be open, balanced and beneficial to all. This vision will guide China's actions through the next five years and beyond, contributing to the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.
\nIn a dialogue held via video link on late Tuesday, China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic engaged in comprehensive discussions on economic and trade issues.
\nThe talks were important in light of the fact that China and the European Union are each other's second-largest trading partners and their cooperation has encountered some challenges, such as the EU's "anti-subsidy" probe into Chinese-made electric vehicles.
\nAs Wang emphasized, China is committed to fostering a robust and stable economic relationship with the EU. He reiterated China's readiness to implement the consensus on economic and trade issues reached by Chinese and EU leaders, which is the foundation for the health and stability of China-EU economic relations. A commitment that is particularly significant in the context of China's recent refinement of its rare earth export controls.
\nChina's approach to maintaining the security and stability of global supply chains is consistent and transparent. Its latest moves are normal practice and intended to improve the country's export control system in accordance with relevant laws and regulations. Demonstrating its dedication to open and fair trade practices, it has facilitated approvals of rare earth exports for EU companies.
\nBeijing has steadfastly opposed the abuse of "national security" definitions that could hinder constructive trade relations and urged collaborative solutions to maintain global supply chain stability. In this light, Wang's call for the EU to adhere to market principles and the spirit of contract is timely and justified given the Dutch government's commandeering of the Chinese company Nexperia.
\nIt is good to see that the two sides agreed to convene an "upgraded" China-EU export control dialogue mechanism meeting in Brussels as soon as possible to strengthen communication on each other's concerns. The meeting is expected to provide transparency in their respective regulatory practices and contribute to the establishment of a regular communication platform in key areas. This would provide stable expectations for businesses, reflecting a shift in China-EU cooperation from "crisis response" to "mechanism governance", as some observers say.
\nAfter the video call, Sefcovic described the talks as "constructive", saying the two sides had "agreed to intensify contacts at all levels".
\nAs the world's largest trading nation in goods, China's commitment to ensuring a stable and unimpeded supply chain with Europe is beyond doubt. The EU should be aware that cooperation is not a risk and common interests not a threat, because the essence of China-EU economic and trade relations is cooperation and mutual benefit. The two sides should work together to properly resolve their differences, and the EU should withstand the pressure from external parties for it to "decouple" from China, which does not serve the EU's interests.
\nIt is notable that the recent flare-up in trade tensions between China and Europe stems from the Dutch government acting at the United States' behest in its plunder of Chinese overseas high-tech assets by abusing "national security" concerns. The impacts of the Nexperia takeover on industry and supply chains make it imperative that China and the EU find a solution as soon as possible.
\nChina and the EU share broad common interests and have no fundamental conflicts of interest. Regardless of how international circumstances change, cooperation should and must be the main theme of bilateral economic ties, and dialogue the rational means to settle their differences.
\nDespite the frictions that have emerged, there is no denying that China and the EU have achieved fruitful results in their trade and cooperation that have benefited both themselves and the world. That Airbus opened a second assembly line in Tianjin on Wednesday, increasing the manufacturing capacity for its best-selling A320neo family of single-aisle jets, highlights the new opportunities that are emerging for European companies as China pursues high-quality development and high-standard opening-up. All this should point to the bright prospects for China-EU cooperation.
\nThe exchanges between Wang and Sefcovic show the importance of the China-EU strategic partnership and the need for the two sides to strengthen their collaboration to address the economic challenges that have emerged from the US' hostile trade practices.
\nIn a dialogue held via video link on late Tuesday, China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic engaged in comprehensive discussions on economic and trade issues.
\nThe talks were important in light of the fact that China and the European Union are each other's second-largest trading partners and their cooperation has encountered some challenges, such as the EU's "anti-subsidy" probe into Chinese-made electric vehicles.
\nAs Wang emphasized, China is committed to fostering a robust and stable economic relationship with the EU. He reiterated China's readiness to implement the consensus on economic and trade issues reached by Chinese and EU leaders, which is the foundation for the health and stability of China-EU economic relations. A commitment that is particularly significant in the context of China's recent refinement of its rare earth export controls.
\nChina's approach to maintaining the security and stability of global supply chains is consistent and transparent. Its latest moves are normal practice and intended to improve the country's export control system in accordance with relevant laws and regulations. Demonstrating its dedication to open and fair trade practices, it has facilitated approvals of rare earth exports for EU companies.
\nBeijing has steadfastly opposed the abuse of "national security" definitions that could hinder constructive trade relations and urged collaborative solutions to maintain global supply chain stability. In this light, Wang's call for the EU to adhere to market principles and the spirit of contract is timely and justified given the Dutch government's commandeering of the Chinese company Nexperia.
\nIt is good to see that the two sides agreed to convene an "upgraded" China-EU export control dialogue mechanism meeting in Brussels as soon as possible to strengthen communication on each other's concerns. The meeting is expected to provide transparency in their respective regulatory practices and contribute to the establishment of a regular communication platform in key areas. This would provide stable expectations for businesses, reflecting a shift in China-EU cooperation from "crisis response" to "mechanism governance", as some observers say.
\nAfter the video call, Sefcovic described the talks as "constructive", saying the two sides had "agreed to intensify contacts at all levels".
\nAs the world's largest trading nation in goods, China's commitment to ensuring a stable and unimpeded supply chain with Europe is beyond doubt. The EU should be aware that cooperation is not a risk and common interests not a threat, because the essence of China-EU economic and trade relations is cooperation and mutual benefit. The two sides should work together to properly resolve their differences, and the EU should withstand the pressure from external parties for it to "decouple" from China, which does not serve the EU's interests.
\nIt is notable that the recent flare-up in trade tensions between China and Europe stems from the Dutch government acting at the United States' behest in its plunder of Chinese overseas high-tech assets by abusing "national security" concerns. The impacts of the Nexperia takeover on industry and supply chains make it imperative that China and the EU find a solution as soon as possible.
\nChina and the EU share broad common interests and have no fundamental conflicts of interest. Regardless of how international circumstances change, cooperation should and must be the main theme of bilateral economic ties, and dialogue the rational means to settle their differences.
\nDespite the frictions that have emerged, there is no denying that China and the EU have achieved fruitful results in their trade and cooperation that have benefited both themselves and the world. That Airbus opened a second assembly line in Tianjin on Wednesday, increasing the manufacturing capacity for its best-selling A320neo family of single-aisle jets, highlights the new opportunities that are emerging for European companies as China pursues high-quality development and high-standard opening-up. All this should point to the bright prospects for China-EU cooperation.
\nThe exchanges between Wang and Sefcovic show the importance of the China-EU strategic partnership and the need for the two sides to strengthen their collaboration to address the economic challenges that have emerged from the US' hostile trade practices.
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+ "title": "009COMMENT - Ending the conflict in Ukraine demands real security guarantees",
+ "description": "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's recent expression of readiness to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict has injected a note of pragmatism in Europe. Following his remarks, European leaders issued a joint statement supporting United States President Donald Trump's call for an immediate ceasefire — a stance that signals growing fatigue among major Western countries over a conflict that has dragged on for more than three years.
\nThe fact that Washington's latest diplomatic push comes at a time several European governments are mulling the use of frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's reconstruction underscores the tension between rhetoric and reality. But while an immediate ceasefire is indeed a rational step, a genuine settlement of the crisis requires addressing its root causes and both conflicting parties' long-term security concerns.
\nEarlier, the US president was expected to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Hungary, but it was shelved after Trump reportedly said he did not want a "wasted meeting". It shows that fundamental political and strategic differences still prevent parties from sitting at the same table.
\nThe Ukraine crisis has inflicted enormous suffering on civilians, disrupted global food and energy markets and drained resources. The stalemate on the battlefield has made it clear that no side can secure an outright military victory in the foreseeable future. China has repeatedly pointed out how history is witness to the fact that dialogue and negotiation are the right way to resolve conflicts.
\nBeijing's pro-peace position on the Ukraine crisis is consistent. It calls for respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, adherence to the UN Charter, and the establishment of a balanced, effective and sustainable European security framework. Its 12-point peace proposal released in February 2023 emphasized that all parties must create the necessary conditions for direct dialogue, avoid escalation, and work toward a comprehensive political solution.
\nThe renewed ceasefire efforts offer a window of opportunity, but turning it into lasting peace requires addressing two core issues: territory and security. Both Russia and Ukraine must arrive at a pragmatic arrangement that ensures stability and prevents future disputes from arising while Russia's opposition to NATO's eastward expansion and Ukraine's need for guarantees against renewed hostilities must be accommodated in a way that neither side feels threatened.
\nChina believes that true peace cannot be imposed by external powers or shaped by geopolitical competition. Efforts to unilaterally seize frozen assets or use them as political leverage risk further complicating an already fragile situation.
\nEurope, more than any other region, stands to gain the most from a ceasefire and lose the most without one. The prolonged conflict has strained its economies, fueled inflation and deepened divisions within the European Union over how to balance solidarity with Ukraine and the EU's interests. For Washington, the conflict has also become a test of its global influence and its ability to rally allies around a costly and protracted engagement.
\nFor the international community, now is the time to move beyond the logic of confrontation and embrace the logic of peace. China stands ready to work with all peace-loving parties to support any initiative conducive to meaningful dialogue and reconciliation. The goal should not be merely a ceasefire, but durable security in Europe and stability in the world.
\nEnding the conflict in Ukraine is as much about rebuilding trust, addressing legitimate security concerns and ensuring that the lessons of this conflict lead to a more just and inclusive international order — one built on cooperation, not confrontation.
\n", + "content": "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's recent expression of readiness to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict has injected a note of pragmatism in Europe. Following his remarks, European leaders issued a joint statement supporting United States President Donald Trump's call for an immediate ceasefire — a stance that signals growing fatigue among major Western countries over a conflict that has dragged on for more than three years.
\nThe fact that Washington's latest diplomatic push comes at a time several European governments are mulling the use of frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's reconstruction underscores the tension between rhetoric and reality. But while an immediate ceasefire is indeed a rational step, a genuine settlement of the crisis requires addressing its root causes and both conflicting parties' long-term security concerns.
\nEarlier, the US president was expected to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Hungary, but it was shelved after Trump reportedly said he did not want a "wasted meeting". It shows that fundamental political and strategic differences still prevent parties from sitting at the same table.
\nThe Ukraine crisis has inflicted enormous suffering on civilians, disrupted global food and energy markets and drained resources. The stalemate on the battlefield has made it clear that no side can secure an outright military victory in the foreseeable future. China has repeatedly pointed out how history is witness to the fact that dialogue and negotiation are the right way to resolve conflicts.
\nBeijing's pro-peace position on the Ukraine crisis is consistent. It calls for respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, adherence to the UN Charter, and the establishment of a balanced, effective and sustainable European security framework. Its 12-point peace proposal released in February 2023 emphasized that all parties must create the necessary conditions for direct dialogue, avoid escalation, and work toward a comprehensive political solution.
\nThe renewed ceasefire efforts offer a window of opportunity, but turning it into lasting peace requires addressing two core issues: territory and security. Both Russia and Ukraine must arrive at a pragmatic arrangement that ensures stability and prevents future disputes from arising while Russia's opposition to NATO's eastward expansion and Ukraine's need for guarantees against renewed hostilities must be accommodated in a way that neither side feels threatened.
\nChina believes that true peace cannot be imposed by external powers or shaped by geopolitical competition. Efforts to unilaterally seize frozen assets or use them as political leverage risk further complicating an already fragile situation.
\nEurope, more than any other region, stands to gain the most from a ceasefire and lose the most without one. The prolonged conflict has strained its economies, fueled inflation and deepened divisions within the European Union over how to balance solidarity with Ukraine and the EU's interests. For Washington, the conflict has also become a test of its global influence and its ability to rally allies around a costly and protracted engagement.
\nFor the international community, now is the time to move beyond the logic of confrontation and embrace the logic of peace. China stands ready to work with all peace-loving parties to support any initiative conducive to meaningful dialogue and reconciliation. The goal should not be merely a ceasefire, but durable security in Europe and stability in the world.
\nEnding the conflict in Ukraine is as much about rebuilding trust, addressing legitimate security concerns and ensuring that the lessons of this conflict lead to a more just and inclusive international order — one built on cooperation, not confrontation.
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\nAI is being advanced as a powerful new driver of productivity, with equal emphasis on technological innovation and application-driven development through integrated planning. Over the past year, several important trends have emerged in the AI field.
\nFirst, the iteration of foundation models has accelerated and new innovation pathways are taking shape. According to data from CAICT, the pace of global large model iteration continues to increase. Since last year, the overall comprehension capability of multimodal models has improved by 90 percent and the iteration cycle of certain models has shortened from several months to just a few weeks.
\nSecond, deep collaboration between software and hardware and efficient integration have become the new paradigm for the development of large AI models. Cutting-edge AI innovation depends on the computing foundation, and requires close coordination across models, chips, frameworks, servers and networks. As model training and inference workloads continue to grow rapidly, the demand for intelligent computing is rising sharply. Improvements in AI chips alone won't be enough to sustain this rapid growth because it is also constrained by energy consumption. In the future, software-hardware co-optimization will be the key to support rapid model iteration.
\nThird, intelligent agents have emerged as the main form of large model application, giving rise to an emerging AI agent economy. A growing number of industries are developing intelligent agents as their primary application strategy and the intelligent agent industry chain has become a vital pillar of the AI agent economy.
\nFourth, open source has fostered "collective evolution" and the inclusive development of AI. The growth of open-source models has stimulated the creation of public clouds and all-in-one machines. Derivative models based on open-source frameworks are flourishing, greatly lowering the threshold for large model adoption and creating new opportunities for AI development.
\nThe integration of AI in industries follows the same pattern as the adoption of digital technologies. It tends to begin in sectors with higher levels of digital maturity and gradually expands to others. But there are variations in the depth of AI penetration across industries. Industries differ in the level of digitalization, resource availability and understanding of AI, which inevitably affects their adoption speed.
\nAI is being deployed at scale in digital-native sectors, which have high data availability, the necessary infrastructure and large user bases. These industries are the first to realize large-scale AI applications across search, social media, e-commerce, content creation and programming. Such applications not only enhance service efficiency but also offer users new interactive experiences.
\nKey applications have achieved notable results in industries with a higher degree of digitalization, such as finance, healthcare and transportation. These early applications are built on the existing digital foundations within each industry, accelerating the transformation from digitalization to intelligence. For instance, the integration of AI in autonomous driving is making new breakthroughs alongside advances in large models. As AI becomes more widely accessible and digital transformation deepens across sectors, AI will penetrate further in manufacturing, energy and other real economy fields, combining with core production processes to improve productivity.
\nEfforts should focus on high-value scenarios with solid foundations and strong demand, overcoming barriers in resources, technology, governance and institutional mechanisms. Successful demonstration cases can be scaled up to accelerate the overall process of intelligent transformation.
\nEditor's note: How can China further advance the "intelligent transformation of industries" in the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period? Why is there a big difference in artificial intelligence penetration across various sectors? Sun Xin, deputy chief engineer of the AI research center at the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT), spoke to the 21st Century Business Herald on these issues. Below are excerpts from the interview. The views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.
\nAI is being advanced as a powerful new driver of productivity, with equal emphasis on technological innovation and application-driven development through integrated planning. Over the past year, several important trends have emerged in the AI field.
\nFirst, the iteration of foundation models has accelerated and new innovation pathways are taking shape. According to data from CAICT, the pace of global large model iteration continues to increase. Since last year, the overall comprehension capability of multimodal models has improved by 90 percent and the iteration cycle of certain models has shortened from several months to just a few weeks.
\nSecond, deep collaboration between software and hardware and efficient integration have become the new paradigm for the development of large AI models. Cutting-edge AI innovation depends on the computing foundation, and requires close coordination across models, chips, frameworks, servers and networks. As model training and inference workloads continue to grow rapidly, the demand for intelligent computing is rising sharply. Improvements in AI chips alone won't be enough to sustain this rapid growth because it is also constrained by energy consumption. In the future, software-hardware co-optimization will be the key to support rapid model iteration.
\nThird, intelligent agents have emerged as the main form of large model application, giving rise to an emerging AI agent economy. A growing number of industries are developing intelligent agents as their primary application strategy and the intelligent agent industry chain has become a vital pillar of the AI agent economy.
\nFourth, open source has fostered "collective evolution" and the inclusive development of AI. The growth of open-source models has stimulated the creation of public clouds and all-in-one machines. Derivative models based on open-source frameworks are flourishing, greatly lowering the threshold for large model adoption and creating new opportunities for AI development.
\nThe integration of AI in industries follows the same pattern as the adoption of digital technologies. It tends to begin in sectors with higher levels of digital maturity and gradually expands to others. But there are variations in the depth of AI penetration across industries. Industries differ in the level of digitalization, resource availability and understanding of AI, which inevitably affects their adoption speed.
\nAI is being deployed at scale in digital-native sectors, which have high data availability, the necessary infrastructure and large user bases. These industries are the first to realize large-scale AI applications across search, social media, e-commerce, content creation and programming. Such applications not only enhance service efficiency but also offer users new interactive experiences.
\nKey applications have achieved notable results in industries with a higher degree of digitalization, such as finance, healthcare and transportation. These early applications are built on the existing digital foundations within each industry, accelerating the transformation from digitalization to intelligence. For instance, the integration of AI in autonomous driving is making new breakthroughs alongside advances in large models. As AI becomes more widely accessible and digital transformation deepens across sectors, AI will penetrate further in manufacturing, energy and other real economy fields, combining with core production processes to improve productivity.
\nEfforts should focus on high-value scenarios with solid foundations and strong demand, overcoming barriers in resources, technology, governance and institutional mechanisms. Successful demonstration cases can be scaled up to accelerate the overall process of intelligent transformation.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/010/20251023_010_01_49.png\")
The author is a professor and deputy head of University of International Relations.
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\nEditor's note: The fourth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee takes place from October 20 to 23. In the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), China has achieved groundbreaking progress, transformative breakthroughs and historic accomplishments by fostering new quality productive forces. Three experts share their views with China Daily.
\nThe United States' persistent campaign against Chinese private enterprises, especially in high-tech sectors, has drawn international attention for its extreme measures. Executive orders have restricted cooperation with key Chinese companies, and their access to critical technologies has been blocked. The US has taken steps to cut off Chinese firms from essential semiconductor supplies, while imposing restrictions on their access to global software and platforms. Moreover, the US administration has even amended domestic laws to prevent Chinese companies from accessing US technologies and markets.
\nSuch steps are part of the US' broader strategy to curb China's rise and confine it to the lower and middle tiers of global innovation and value chains. Washington is trying to build global anti-China tech alliances that would create a "digital iron curtain" to suppress China's advances in 5G and artificial intelligence.
\nIn the face of such hegemonic containment, China must rely on its own capacity and ingenuity for technological advancement. But development must be grounded in security. This is why China is following a strategy to balance development and security, strengthen bottom-line thinking and build a new security architecture that effectively prevents and defuses risks.
\nChina understands the importance of development and security. Following the Opium War of 1840, the country was unable to protect its national sovereignty. This period brought profound suffering to the Chinese people and marked a deep national crisis. Since then, China has forged a distinctive approach to national security.
\nNational development is a complex undertaking that requires balancing pace with protection. Just like a high-speed train requires stronger and more sophisticated tracks to avoid disaster, so too must advances in fields like artificial intelligence be guided by ethical guardrails to prevent harm to humanity. Similarly, excessive financial leverage may promise short-term gains but risks systemic collapse.
\nNor does China treat security as an end in itself. The ultimate goal is the safety and well-being of the people. When China safeguards 1.8 billion mu of farmland, it is to ensure food security for 1.4 billion Chinese people. When it strengthens energy security or improves data protection systems, it is to maintain the basic living standards and protect both critical infrastructure and personal information.
\nChina's path is not one of zero-sum competition. Concepts such as "win-win cooperation" and "harmony as priority" are embedded in Chinese culture for millennia and continue to guide China's national security strategy. At the 2013 G20 Summit, President Xi Jinping advocated that nations need to build a community with a shared future for humanity, recognize interconnected interests, cooperate amid competition, and pursue win-win outcomes.
\nThe current global landscape is marked by geopolitical risks and an unstable environment for development. Unilateralism and protectionism are on the rise, and hegemony is rampant in international trade and the global economy. The arbitrary tariffs imposed by the US have weakened global economic growth.
\nAll these factors have introduced considerable uncertainty into the world economy. Against this backdrop, China's new security architecture is a timely response to the global need for steady and forward-looking development.
\nThe new security framework also promises a more peaceful and stable international environment. Since the dawn of the modern era, Western powers have often used military force to expand their influence and pursue global dominance. China fell behind in economic and technological development because it was unable to safeguard its interests. The Opium War resulted in the country being forced to cede territory and pay massive war indemnities.
\nLearning from this painful history, China values a peaceful external environment for its development and does not wish to see any nation or its people suffer from the tragedies of war, famine and family separation. To realize this vision, the Chinese people have worked diligently to strengthen economic growth and enhance technological capacity. Now, China is able to not only protect its own interests, but also help reduce global conflicts to foster peace worldwide.
\nChina's new development path has created opportunities for global progress and prosperity. China has undoubtedly benefited from economic globalization. But it has also been a significant contributor, defender and promoter of the process. The country remains committed to steering economic globalization in the right direction and has played a key role in promoting the sustained and healthy growth of the world economy.
\nSince China's reform and opening-up, it has integrated deeply into the global economy, becoming a crucial engine of growth and a stabilizing force worldwide. China's contribution to global economic growth has consistently stood at around 30 percent. Whether it was the Asian financial crisis of the late 1990s or the 2008 international financial crisis, China helped stabilize the global economy when it mattered most.
\nChina's new opening-up strategy champions cooperation and mutual benefit. It arrives in a world where many nations are grappling with domestic imbalances, even as the headwinds of unilateralism, protectionism and extremism are gaining ground.
\nIn response, China has advanced institutional opening in a firm and systematic manner. Visa policies have been relaxed, rules have been aligned with international norms and sectors such as services, investment, talent and the digital economy have been further opened.
\nChina is also steadily developing bilateral free trade agreements with partner countries under the Belt and Road Initiative and facilitating institutional opening-up in cross-border capital flows, thereby providing a sound framework for the efficient and orderly movement of capital.
\nThrough this new pattern of open development, China aims to break down the barriers of anti-globalization, advance the reform of global governance and lend stability to the world's evolving development landscape.
\nBy advancing a new development paradigm, China has struck a balance between development and security, offering both inspiration and practical pathways for resolving the current dilemmas in global development.
\nThe views don't necessarily reflect those of China Daily.
\n", + "content": "The author is a professor and deputy head of University of International Relations.
\n\nEditor's note: The fourth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee takes place from October 20 to 23. In the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), China has achieved groundbreaking progress, transformative breakthroughs and historic accomplishments by fostering new quality productive forces. Three experts share their views with China Daily.
\nThe United States' persistent campaign against Chinese private enterprises, especially in high-tech sectors, has drawn international attention for its extreme measures. Executive orders have restricted cooperation with key Chinese companies, and their access to critical technologies has been blocked. The US has taken steps to cut off Chinese firms from essential semiconductor supplies, while imposing restrictions on their access to global software and platforms. Moreover, the US administration has even amended domestic laws to prevent Chinese companies from accessing US technologies and markets.
\nSuch steps are part of the US' broader strategy to curb China's rise and confine it to the lower and middle tiers of global innovation and value chains. Washington is trying to build global anti-China tech alliances that would create a "digital iron curtain" to suppress China's advances in 5G and artificial intelligence.
\nIn the face of such hegemonic containment, China must rely on its own capacity and ingenuity for technological advancement. But development must be grounded in security. This is why China is following a strategy to balance development and security, strengthen bottom-line thinking and build a new security architecture that effectively prevents and defuses risks.
\nChina understands the importance of development and security. Following the Opium War of 1840, the country was unable to protect its national sovereignty. This period brought profound suffering to the Chinese people and marked a deep national crisis. Since then, China has forged a distinctive approach to national security.
\nNational development is a complex undertaking that requires balancing pace with protection. Just like a high-speed train requires stronger and more sophisticated tracks to avoid disaster, so too must advances in fields like artificial intelligence be guided by ethical guardrails to prevent harm to humanity. Similarly, excessive financial leverage may promise short-term gains but risks systemic collapse.
\nNor does China treat security as an end in itself. The ultimate goal is the safety and well-being of the people. When China safeguards 1.8 billion mu of farmland, it is to ensure food security for 1.4 billion Chinese people. When it strengthens energy security or improves data protection systems, it is to maintain the basic living standards and protect both critical infrastructure and personal information.
\nChina's path is not one of zero-sum competition. Concepts such as "win-win cooperation" and "harmony as priority" are embedded in Chinese culture for millennia and continue to guide China's national security strategy. At the 2013 G20 Summit, President Xi Jinping advocated that nations need to build a community with a shared future for humanity, recognize interconnected interests, cooperate amid competition, and pursue win-win outcomes.
\nThe current global landscape is marked by geopolitical risks and an unstable environment for development. Unilateralism and protectionism are on the rise, and hegemony is rampant in international trade and the global economy. The arbitrary tariffs imposed by the US have weakened global economic growth.
\nAll these factors have introduced considerable uncertainty into the world economy. Against this backdrop, China's new security architecture is a timely response to the global need for steady and forward-looking development.
\nThe new security framework also promises a more peaceful and stable international environment. Since the dawn of the modern era, Western powers have often used military force to expand their influence and pursue global dominance. China fell behind in economic and technological development because it was unable to safeguard its interests. The Opium War resulted in the country being forced to cede territory and pay massive war indemnities.
\nLearning from this painful history, China values a peaceful external environment for its development and does not wish to see any nation or its people suffer from the tragedies of war, famine and family separation. To realize this vision, the Chinese people have worked diligently to strengthen economic growth and enhance technological capacity. Now, China is able to not only protect its own interests, but also help reduce global conflicts to foster peace worldwide.
\nChina's new development path has created opportunities for global progress and prosperity. China has undoubtedly benefited from economic globalization. But it has also been a significant contributor, defender and promoter of the process. The country remains committed to steering economic globalization in the right direction and has played a key role in promoting the sustained and healthy growth of the world economy.
\nSince China's reform and opening-up, it has integrated deeply into the global economy, becoming a crucial engine of growth and a stabilizing force worldwide. China's contribution to global economic growth has consistently stood at around 30 percent. Whether it was the Asian financial crisis of the late 1990s or the 2008 international financial crisis, China helped stabilize the global economy when it mattered most.
\nChina's new opening-up strategy champions cooperation and mutual benefit. It arrives in a world where many nations are grappling with domestic imbalances, even as the headwinds of unilateralism, protectionism and extremism are gaining ground.
\nIn response, China has advanced institutional opening in a firm and systematic manner. Visa policies have been relaxed, rules have been aligned with international norms and sectors such as services, investment, talent and the digital economy have been further opened.
\nChina is also steadily developing bilateral free trade agreements with partner countries under the Belt and Road Initiative and facilitating institutional opening-up in cross-border capital flows, thereby providing a sound framework for the efficient and orderly movement of capital.
\nThrough this new pattern of open development, China aims to break down the barriers of anti-globalization, advance the reform of global governance and lend stability to the world's evolving development landscape.
\nBy advancing a new development paradigm, China has struck a balance between development and security, offering both inspiration and practical pathways for resolving the current dilemmas in global development.
\nThe views don't necessarily reflect those of China Daily.
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The author is chief China economist at Nomura.
\nThe fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, being held from Monday to Thursday, will review the proposal for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), the blueprint that will guide China's economic and social development during the next five years.
\nGiven China's growing global role and the domestic challenges that have emerged since 2021 — most notably the mounting challenges triggered by the property downturn since 2021, the 15th Five-Year Plan will matter more than the last plan, because it is intended to steady the ship, set strategic signposts and address structural issues that have emerged recently.
\nFive-year plans remain a core instrument of governance in China. They allow the leadership to take stock, examine challenges and tasks, set signposts and forge ahead. They embody China's strategic thinking and provide a long-term policy framework that markets and international observers are likely to scrutinize. The 15th Five-Year Plan, in particular, will draw attention given China's global weight: China is the second-largest economy by nominal GDP, the largest economy by purchasing power parity, the largest contributor to global growth, and the top consumer of most major commodities, from grain to electricity.
\nMany remarkable achievements were made during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25). China strengthened its industrial and technological capabilities, scaled up its innovation ecosystems and continued to build comprehensive supply chains and infrastructure. These achievements have reinforced competitiveness in advanced manufacturing, digital technologies and life sciences. The issues identified in the 2021-25 period — the property sector's ongoing strains, youth unemployment concerns, and social mobility challenges — underscore the need to take new measures to address them.
\nThese vulnerabilities are likely to shape the 15th Five-Year Plan, which is expected to build resilience, safeguard security and promote inclusivity. There is also a need to focus on advancing tech self-sufficiency through significant investment and industrial policy, particularly in semiconductors, AI and biotechnology.
\nGeopolitical tensions and export controls have raised the stakes for technological independence. And to promote inclusivity, there is a need to reduce inequality, expand the social safety net and boost households' confidence so that consumption can help increase overall growth.
\nConcurrently, continued support for technological development — from AI and semiconductors to biotechnology and greener energy systems — is critical to sharpen long-term competitiveness. And focused industrial policy and targeted investment are needed to strengthen capabilities.
\nAddressing the property sector's weakening will be another priority. The housing market's prolonged correction — since 2021 — has strained the balance sheets of developers, financial institutions and households alike.
\nDuring this transition to the new economy, the old economy will remain a pillar of growth. Beijing may increase its efforts to resolve the debt issues in the property market, end deflation and improve its fiscal system. To support consumption, Beijing may make substantial efforts to revamp the social welfare system, especially pensions, to redistribute economic gains.
\nPension reform will be key to inclusive growth. Reforms to the social-security system — including large increases in basic pension payments to low-income households and increased subsidies for basic medical insurance — would be the most effective long-term policies to bolster consumption and reduce inequality. Narrowing inequality could also deliver social stability, which is important for steady economic growth.
\nThe authorities will need to assess trade-offs realistically: Beijing is likely to press ahead with tech self-sufficiency and measures to safeguard national security, even though this focus on self-sufficiency may impact efficiency to some degree.
\nExternally, the plan will be watched closely as it frames China's strategic thinking at a time of rising geopolitical tensions; domestically, the 15th Five-Year Plan will need to reconcile the property sector repercussions and other structural challenges with the aim of delivering resilient, stable and inclusive growth.
\nIn short, the 15th Five-Year Plan is likely to be less about headline growth and more about pursuing resilience, security and inclusivity.
\nThe views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.
\nThe author is chief China economist at Nomura.
\nThe fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, being held from Monday to Thursday, will review the proposal for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), the blueprint that will guide China's economic and social development during the next five years.
\nGiven China's growing global role and the domestic challenges that have emerged since 2021 — most notably the mounting challenges triggered by the property downturn since 2021, the 15th Five-Year Plan will matter more than the last plan, because it is intended to steady the ship, set strategic signposts and address structural issues that have emerged recently.
\nFive-year plans remain a core instrument of governance in China. They allow the leadership to take stock, examine challenges and tasks, set signposts and forge ahead. They embody China's strategic thinking and provide a long-term policy framework that markets and international observers are likely to scrutinize. The 15th Five-Year Plan, in particular, will draw attention given China's global weight: China is the second-largest economy by nominal GDP, the largest economy by purchasing power parity, the largest contributor to global growth, and the top consumer of most major commodities, from grain to electricity.
\nMany remarkable achievements were made during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25). China strengthened its industrial and technological capabilities, scaled up its innovation ecosystems and continued to build comprehensive supply chains and infrastructure. These achievements have reinforced competitiveness in advanced manufacturing, digital technologies and life sciences. The issues identified in the 2021-25 period — the property sector's ongoing strains, youth unemployment concerns, and social mobility challenges — underscore the need to take new measures to address them.
\nThese vulnerabilities are likely to shape the 15th Five-Year Plan, which is expected to build resilience, safeguard security and promote inclusivity. There is also a need to focus on advancing tech self-sufficiency through significant investment and industrial policy, particularly in semiconductors, AI and biotechnology.
\nGeopolitical tensions and export controls have raised the stakes for technological independence. And to promote inclusivity, there is a need to reduce inequality, expand the social safety net and boost households' confidence so that consumption can help increase overall growth.
\nConcurrently, continued support for technological development — from AI and semiconductors to biotechnology and greener energy systems — is critical to sharpen long-term competitiveness. And focused industrial policy and targeted investment are needed to strengthen capabilities.
\nAddressing the property sector's weakening will be another priority. The housing market's prolonged correction — since 2021 — has strained the balance sheets of developers, financial institutions and households alike.
\nDuring this transition to the new economy, the old economy will remain a pillar of growth. Beijing may increase its efforts to resolve the debt issues in the property market, end deflation and improve its fiscal system. To support consumption, Beijing may make substantial efforts to revamp the social welfare system, especially pensions, to redistribute economic gains.
\nPension reform will be key to inclusive growth. Reforms to the social-security system — including large increases in basic pension payments to low-income households and increased subsidies for basic medical insurance — would be the most effective long-term policies to bolster consumption and reduce inequality. Narrowing inequality could also deliver social stability, which is important for steady economic growth.
\nThe authorities will need to assess trade-offs realistically: Beijing is likely to press ahead with tech self-sufficiency and measures to safeguard national security, even though this focus on self-sufficiency may impact efficiency to some degree.
\nExternally, the plan will be watched closely as it frames China's strategic thinking at a time of rising geopolitical tensions; domestically, the 15th Five-Year Plan will need to reconcile the property sector repercussions and other structural challenges with the aim of delivering resilient, stable and inclusive growth.
\nIn short, the 15th Five-Year Plan is likely to be less about headline growth and more about pursuing resilience, security and inclusivity.
\nThe views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/010/20251023_010_03_34.png\")
The author is a professor of Global Politics and Cybersecurity at University College London.
\nAs the unveiling of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) draws nearer, how to manage rapidly evolving technologies such as artificial intelligence is one of the challenges that lies ahead.
\nIt's been an exciting couple of years for the evolution of AI. Not only have we seen the rise of powerful large language models; we've also seen the huge potential for the application of AI to address real world problems like making remote healthcare more accessible, more effectively managing cities, and enabling robotics to replace humans in particularly dangerous jobs.
\nChina's unique ecosystem has supported this evolution through a number of vectors. China has developed a very strong talent pipeline with more than 77,000 doctorates in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) per year compared with about 40,000 in the United States. In addition, China's own internal domestic competition means that only the best companies survive, and under-performing ones are pruned.
\nThis is in contrast to the US market which is generating serious concerns about overcapitalization in AI companies. And, perhaps less discussed but of vital importance, China has remarkably agile technology policymaking which allows for rapid experimentation and adaptation in terms of extracting the full benefit of these technologies.
\nHowever, this is a global technological shift, not a domestic one. And if we learned one thing from the last 50 years of digital revolution, it is that technology is only one part of the picture when it comes to extracting maximum benefits and better outcomes for humans. We already have, for example, plenty of technology to resolve cybersecurity vulnerabilities. But there are myriad human and organizational factors that continue to facilitate cybercrime. Technology transfers in themselves can be very powerful but technology alone will not solve human defined problems.
\nAlthough China and the US have emerged as clear leaders in AI technology, the implications of the next decade of AI technology are expected to be widespread and deep. That means that much of the world will be subject to changes that they will have little or no agency in bringing about unless we develop clear pathways for discussion and deliberation that expand beyond big tech powers.
\nGlobal dialogues can provide an opportunity for discussion on existing and future opportunities and concerns about AI governance — governance of data, applications and the algorithms that drive those applications. The Bletchley AI Safety Summit hosted by the United Kingdom in 2023 was a good initial step and has been followed by meetings in Seoul in 2024, and Paris in 2025.
\nAt the World AI Conference, held in Shanghai in July, Premier Li Qiang recommended the establishment of an international body to support the coordination and development of AI globally. This could be an important step toward ensuring that voices from the global majority are amplified and heard in tandem with those of the Big Tech. China's experience with supporting developing and emerging states in the evolving international order will prove more important than ever as technologies such as AI take hold and shape our social, commercial and political systems.
\nInstitutionally, China already has some experience in this. AI safety institutes have sprung up across the globe in anticipation of demands for rigorous and responsive research about how AI can enhance as well as undermine safety issues. The Chinese AI Safety Network provides a platform for various Chinese groups and institutes to engage in dialogue, mapping, interoperability and collaboration. Indeed, the Chinese AI Safety Network could provide some lessons in coordination and collaboration in this context.
\nAnother useful way that China could facilitate productive dialogue is by encouraging academic exchanges. Science diplomacy is based on the understanding that scientists can maintain good lines of communication where others may struggle, because scientists tend to be apolitical and focused on sharing knowledge and advancing their field. China has much to offer in this regard and could use its convening power to keep a dialogue going between those working in this field.
\nBut such efforts will require trusted and open multilateral mechanisms that can provide mutual benefit, positive outcomes, and an acceptance of diverse objectives. The essential element of a future which sees technologies such as AI integrated for the advancement of the human condition is good governance. And developing our thinking on how best to do that will require the same energy and effort that are needed in engineering labs.
\nThe views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.
\n", + "content": "The author is a professor of Global Politics and Cybersecurity at University College London.
\nAs the unveiling of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) draws nearer, how to manage rapidly evolving technologies such as artificial intelligence is one of the challenges that lies ahead.
\nIt's been an exciting couple of years for the evolution of AI. Not only have we seen the rise of powerful large language models; we've also seen the huge potential for the application of AI to address real world problems like making remote healthcare more accessible, more effectively managing cities, and enabling robotics to replace humans in particularly dangerous jobs.
\nChina's unique ecosystem has supported this evolution through a number of vectors. China has developed a very strong talent pipeline with more than 77,000 doctorates in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) per year compared with about 40,000 in the United States. In addition, China's own internal domestic competition means that only the best companies survive, and under-performing ones are pruned.
\nThis is in contrast to the US market which is generating serious concerns about overcapitalization in AI companies. And, perhaps less discussed but of vital importance, China has remarkably agile technology policymaking which allows for rapid experimentation and adaptation in terms of extracting the full benefit of these technologies.
\nHowever, this is a global technological shift, not a domestic one. And if we learned one thing from the last 50 years of digital revolution, it is that technology is only one part of the picture when it comes to extracting maximum benefits and better outcomes for humans. We already have, for example, plenty of technology to resolve cybersecurity vulnerabilities. But there are myriad human and organizational factors that continue to facilitate cybercrime. Technology transfers in themselves can be very powerful but technology alone will not solve human defined problems.
\nAlthough China and the US have emerged as clear leaders in AI technology, the implications of the next decade of AI technology are expected to be widespread and deep. That means that much of the world will be subject to changes that they will have little or no agency in bringing about unless we develop clear pathways for discussion and deliberation that expand beyond big tech powers.
\nGlobal dialogues can provide an opportunity for discussion on existing and future opportunities and concerns about AI governance — governance of data, applications and the algorithms that drive those applications. The Bletchley AI Safety Summit hosted by the United Kingdom in 2023 was a good initial step and has been followed by meetings in Seoul in 2024, and Paris in 2025.
\nAt the World AI Conference, held in Shanghai in July, Premier Li Qiang recommended the establishment of an international body to support the coordination and development of AI globally. This could be an important step toward ensuring that voices from the global majority are amplified and heard in tandem with those of the Big Tech. China's experience with supporting developing and emerging states in the evolving international order will prove more important than ever as technologies such as AI take hold and shape our social, commercial and political systems.
\nInstitutionally, China already has some experience in this. AI safety institutes have sprung up across the globe in anticipation of demands for rigorous and responsive research about how AI can enhance as well as undermine safety issues. The Chinese AI Safety Network provides a platform for various Chinese groups and institutes to engage in dialogue, mapping, interoperability and collaboration. Indeed, the Chinese AI Safety Network could provide some lessons in coordination and collaboration in this context.
\nAnother useful way that China could facilitate productive dialogue is by encouraging academic exchanges. Science diplomacy is based on the understanding that scientists can maintain good lines of communication where others may struggle, because scientists tend to be apolitical and focused on sharing knowledge and advancing their field. China has much to offer in this regard and could use its convening power to keep a dialogue going between those working in this field.
\nBut such efforts will require trusted and open multilateral mechanisms that can provide mutual benefit, positive outcomes, and an acceptance of diverse objectives. The essential element of a future which sees technologies such as AI integrated for the advancement of the human condition is good governance. And developing our thinking on how best to do that will require the same energy and effort that are needed in engineering labs.
\nThe views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.
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Cabinet members of Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (front center) pose for a photo in Tokyo on Tuesday.
\nBoth the Cabinet of Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and her coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party, reflect a distinctly conservative orientation with a focus on economic and security priorities, experts say.
\nAt her inaugural news conference on Tuesday, Takaichi said her Liberal Democratic Party and the JIP would work "hand in hand" on key policy areas outlined in their coalition agreement, including cost-of-living measures, a backup system for the capital's functions, social security reform, and constitutional revision.
\nKumiko Haba, a professor at Josai International University in Togane, Japan, said the LDP-JIP alliance is more right-leaning and conservative than the LDP's previous coalition with the Komeito party.
\nThe current partnership stems largely from their aligned policy orientations, Haba said. By endorsing the JIP's proposals, such as the "sub-capital concept" centered on Osaka and the "anti-espionage bill", Takaichi can more easily advance conservative policies, she added.
\nEarlier this month, the Komeito withdrew from the ruling coalition, citing the LDP's "insufficient" response to a high-profile political funding scandal. Before the split, the two parties had also clashed over policies related to foreigners and visits to the Yasukuni Shrine, which glorifies Japan's wartime militarism by honoring 14 convicted Class-A World War II criminals.
\nHaba said these issues have long been points of public concern and areas of weakness for the LDP.
\nHad the LDP-Komeito coalition continued, Takaichi would have been forced to maintain a centrist stance on such matters under Komeito's influence. Now her administration has greater freedom to advance right-leaning policies, and communication channels with China have been weakened, Haba said.
\nIf Takaichi adopts a hard-line stance on historical recognition, Japan's China policy could shift "further to the right" than it did under former prime minister Shigeru Ishiba, she added.
\nNoriyuki Kawamura, an emeritus professor at Nagoya University of Foreign Studies, said the JIP, which advocates constitutional revision and stronger defense capabilities, could become an "accelerator", pushing the government further to the right following its alliance with the LDP.
\nAlthough the Komeito holds a limited number of parliamentary seats, it has long served as a "brake "on security policies, restraining the LDP and keeping Japan aligned with the constitutionally established principle of "exclusive defense", Kawamura said.
\nAfter her election, Takaichi quickly unveiled her new Cabinet, assigning key posts to the four rivals she faced in the LDP leadership contest. Shinjiro Koizumi was appointed defense minister, and Toshimitsu Motegi returns as foreign minister.
\nThe other two appointments are Yoshimasa Hayashi as minister of internal affairs and communications, and Takayuki Kobayashi, who continues to serve as the LDP's policy chief. Another notable pick is former defense minister Minoru Kihara, who takes on the role of chief cabinet secretary.
\nConsolidating power
\nHaba said the appointments demonstrate a deliberate effort to consolidate power by maintaining a "balance of personnel".
\nWithin the LDP, Takaichi initially drew criticism for appointing numerous members from the Taro Aso faction. However, by assigning key positions to all her former leadership rivals, she signaled an intention to foster party unity, Haba said.
\nAt the news conference, Takaichi characterized her Cabinet as one of "decisiveness and progress".
\nKawamura said that among all LDP administrations, Takaichi's Cabinet is the most conservative and hard-line — or hawkish and right-leaning — with a noticeably clearer policy orientation.
\nA cause for concern is that the new administration may actively pursue constitutional revision and military expansion — objectives that even the late prime minister Shinzo Abe's government failed to realize, he said. Takaichi has described herself as an inheritor of Abe's legacy.
\nNone of the JIP members were included in the new Cabinet, in line with the agreement reached when the two parties formed their coalition.
\nThe LDP-JIP partnership is considered an extra-cabinet arrangement rather than a formal coalition government. As a result, the JIP cannot be expected to support all government legislation. Haba said the party's position may vary depending on the issue, which means the alliance carries inherent uncertainties.
\nThe move is widely seen as a "disengagement strategy" by the JIP, allowing it to maintain distance from the LDP and withdraw if policy differences emerge or public opinion shifts, Xinhua News Agency said.
\nhoujunjie@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", + "content": "Cabinet members of Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (front center) pose for a photo in Tokyo on Tuesday.
\nBoth the Cabinet of Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and her coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party, reflect a distinctly conservative orientation with a focus on economic and security priorities, experts say.
\nAt her inaugural news conference on Tuesday, Takaichi said her Liberal Democratic Party and the JIP would work "hand in hand" on key policy areas outlined in their coalition agreement, including cost-of-living measures, a backup system for the capital's functions, social security reform, and constitutional revision.
\nKumiko Haba, a professor at Josai International University in Togane, Japan, said the LDP-JIP alliance is more right-leaning and conservative than the LDP's previous coalition with the Komeito party.
\nThe current partnership stems largely from their aligned policy orientations, Haba said. By endorsing the JIP's proposals, such as the "sub-capital concept" centered on Osaka and the "anti-espionage bill", Takaichi can more easily advance conservative policies, she added.
\nEarlier this month, the Komeito withdrew from the ruling coalition, citing the LDP's "insufficient" response to a high-profile political funding scandal. Before the split, the two parties had also clashed over policies related to foreigners and visits to the Yasukuni Shrine, which glorifies Japan's wartime militarism by honoring 14 convicted Class-A World War II criminals.
\nHaba said these issues have long been points of public concern and areas of weakness for the LDP.
\nHad the LDP-Komeito coalition continued, Takaichi would have been forced to maintain a centrist stance on such matters under Komeito's influence. Now her administration has greater freedom to advance right-leaning policies, and communication channels with China have been weakened, Haba said.
\nIf Takaichi adopts a hard-line stance on historical recognition, Japan's China policy could shift "further to the right" than it did under former prime minister Shigeru Ishiba, she added.
\nNoriyuki Kawamura, an emeritus professor at Nagoya University of Foreign Studies, said the JIP, which advocates constitutional revision and stronger defense capabilities, could become an "accelerator", pushing the government further to the right following its alliance with the LDP.
\nAlthough the Komeito holds a limited number of parliamentary seats, it has long served as a "brake "on security policies, restraining the LDP and keeping Japan aligned with the constitutionally established principle of "exclusive defense", Kawamura said.
\nAfter her election, Takaichi quickly unveiled her new Cabinet, assigning key posts to the four rivals she faced in the LDP leadership contest. Shinjiro Koizumi was appointed defense minister, and Toshimitsu Motegi returns as foreign minister.
\nThe other two appointments are Yoshimasa Hayashi as minister of internal affairs and communications, and Takayuki Kobayashi, who continues to serve as the LDP's policy chief. Another notable pick is former defense minister Minoru Kihara, who takes on the role of chief cabinet secretary.
\nConsolidating power
\nHaba said the appointments demonstrate a deliberate effort to consolidate power by maintaining a "balance of personnel".
\nWithin the LDP, Takaichi initially drew criticism for appointing numerous members from the Taro Aso faction. However, by assigning key positions to all her former leadership rivals, she signaled an intention to foster party unity, Haba said.
\nAt the news conference, Takaichi characterized her Cabinet as one of "decisiveness and progress".
\nKawamura said that among all LDP administrations, Takaichi's Cabinet is the most conservative and hard-line — or hawkish and right-leaning — with a noticeably clearer policy orientation.
\nA cause for concern is that the new administration may actively pursue constitutional revision and military expansion — objectives that even the late prime minister Shinzo Abe's government failed to realize, he said. Takaichi has described herself as an inheritor of Abe's legacy.
\nNone of the JIP members were included in the new Cabinet, in line with the agreement reached when the two parties formed their coalition.
\nThe LDP-JIP partnership is considered an extra-cabinet arrangement rather than a formal coalition government. As a result, the JIP cannot be expected to support all government legislation. Haba said the party's position may vary depending on the issue, which means the alliance carries inherent uncertainties.
\nThe move is widely seen as a "disengagement strategy" by the JIP, allowing it to maintain distance from the LDP and withdraw if policy differences emerge or public opinion shifts, Xinhua News Agency said.
\nhoujunjie@chinadaily.com.cn
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Palestinians wait for meals distributed by charity organizations at the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip on Tuesday.
\nAmid breaches of the Gaza ceasefire and a surge in settler violence in the West Bank, the Palestinian government says it is continuing coordination with Arab and global partners to advance Gaza's recovery plan. Meanwhile, US officials are urging both Hamas and Israel to uphold and extend the fragile truce.
\nAt a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa reaffirmed that his government continues intensive coordination and consultation with Arab and international peace partners to implement the Gaza Recovery, Reconstruction and Development Plan ahead of a donors' conference in Egypt next month, the official Palestinian news agency WAFA reported.
\nMustafa also called for effective international action to curb the continuing attacks by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
\nThe United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reported that Israeli settlers carried out 71 attacks against Palestinians across the West Bank between Oct 7 and 13.
\nAjith Sunghay, head of the UN Human Rights Office in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, said on Tuesday that settler violence "has skyrocketed in scale and frequency with the acquiescence, support, and in many cases, participation of Israeli security forces — and always with impunity".
\nMeanwhile, United States Vice-President JD Vance met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday for an expanded meeting about phase two of the ceasefire deal.
\nVance said the deal could potentially help expand a series of Arab-Israeli normalization pacts that Washington brokered under Trump's first term. He again claimed that the ceasefire was "going better than expected "despite repeated violations.
\n"That's in the US' best interest. I happen to think it's in Israel's best interest too," he said, adding that President Donald Trump believes that "Israel can play a very strong leadership role" in the region, allowing the US to take more of a backseat.
\nAnwar Gargash, the diplomatic adviser to the United Arab Emirates' president, said on Wednesday that much work remains to ensure the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza, which he said will scale up.
\nHe warned against "maximalist views" held by the Israeli right wing, saying any annexation of Palestinian territories would be a "red line" and that discussions are underway on deploying security forces in Gaza.
\nUncertainty remains
\nHowever, uncertainty remains over the peace plan, including the disarmament of Hamas, the deployment of an international security force in Gaza and the determination of who will govern the territory.
\nExperts have warned that the credibility of the US is on the line as Israel appears to test the limits of the ceasefire.
\nRasha Al Joundy, a senior researcher at the Dubai Public Policy Research Centre, told China Daily that the ceasefire is in "a very critical period" and that breaches are usually to be expected at this point after conflicts.
\n"Trump is politically invested in this agreement, so he is doing his best to make it hold and the trip of his senior officials to Israel is evidence of that," Al Joundy said.
\n"Nonetheless, the West Bank situation is very critical, but unfortunately it is not part of the ceasefire and therefore hostilities could continue.
\n"It is clear that Israeli right-wingers want the war to erupt again, and they are pushing toward that, along with the violence in the West Bank to keep the tension. This is clearly very dangerous times," she added.
\nMehmet Rakipoglu, a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies at the University of Exeter in England, and an assistant professor of political science and international relations at Mardin Artuklu University in Turkiye, said it is "nothing new for Israel" to have violated the ceasefire.
\n"No one can stop Israel by just condemning. Vance's visit is not for support. It is for warning. The US wants to stop Israel from committing another genocide," he said.
\n"What I find interesting is that Americans are seeing Israel as a sinking ship. There are lots of senators who have stated they will not accept funds from AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee)."
\nContact the writers at jan@chinadailyapac.com
\n", + "content": "Palestinians wait for meals distributed by charity organizations at the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip on Tuesday.
\nAmid breaches of the Gaza ceasefire and a surge in settler violence in the West Bank, the Palestinian government says it is continuing coordination with Arab and global partners to advance Gaza's recovery plan. Meanwhile, US officials are urging both Hamas and Israel to uphold and extend the fragile truce.
\nAt a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa reaffirmed that his government continues intensive coordination and consultation with Arab and international peace partners to implement the Gaza Recovery, Reconstruction and Development Plan ahead of a donors' conference in Egypt next month, the official Palestinian news agency WAFA reported.
\nMustafa also called for effective international action to curb the continuing attacks by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
\nThe United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reported that Israeli settlers carried out 71 attacks against Palestinians across the West Bank between Oct 7 and 13.
\nAjith Sunghay, head of the UN Human Rights Office in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, said on Tuesday that settler violence "has skyrocketed in scale and frequency with the acquiescence, support, and in many cases, participation of Israeli security forces — and always with impunity".
\nMeanwhile, United States Vice-President JD Vance met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday for an expanded meeting about phase two of the ceasefire deal.
\nVance said the deal could potentially help expand a series of Arab-Israeli normalization pacts that Washington brokered under Trump's first term. He again claimed that the ceasefire was "going better than expected "despite repeated violations.
\n"That's in the US' best interest. I happen to think it's in Israel's best interest too," he said, adding that President Donald Trump believes that "Israel can play a very strong leadership role" in the region, allowing the US to take more of a backseat.
\nAnwar Gargash, the diplomatic adviser to the United Arab Emirates' president, said on Wednesday that much work remains to ensure the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza, which he said will scale up.
\nHe warned against "maximalist views" held by the Israeli right wing, saying any annexation of Palestinian territories would be a "red line" and that discussions are underway on deploying security forces in Gaza.
\nUncertainty remains
\nHowever, uncertainty remains over the peace plan, including the disarmament of Hamas, the deployment of an international security force in Gaza and the determination of who will govern the territory.
\nExperts have warned that the credibility of the US is on the line as Israel appears to test the limits of the ceasefire.
\nRasha Al Joundy, a senior researcher at the Dubai Public Policy Research Centre, told China Daily that the ceasefire is in "a very critical period" and that breaches are usually to be expected at this point after conflicts.
\n"Trump is politically invested in this agreement, so he is doing his best to make it hold and the trip of his senior officials to Israel is evidence of that," Al Joundy said.
\n"Nonetheless, the West Bank situation is very critical, but unfortunately it is not part of the ceasefire and therefore hostilities could continue.
\n"It is clear that Israeli right-wingers want the war to erupt again, and they are pushing toward that, along with the violence in the West Bank to keep the tension. This is clearly very dangerous times," she added.
\nMehmet Rakipoglu, a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies at the University of Exeter in England, and an assistant professor of political science and international relations at Mardin Artuklu University in Turkiye, said it is "nothing new for Israel" to have violated the ceasefire.
\n"No one can stop Israel by just condemning. Vance's visit is not for support. It is for warning. The US wants to stop Israel from committing another genocide," he said.
\n"What I find interesting is that Americans are seeing Israel as a sinking ship. There are lots of senators who have stated they will not accept funds from AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee)."
\nContact the writers at jan@chinadailyapac.com
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People charge their phones at a heated tent during a total blackout following Russian air attacks on energy facilities in Chernihiv, Ukraine, on Tuesday.
\nWASHINGTON — A planned summit between United States President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin was put on hold on Tuesday, as Moscow's rejection of an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine cast a cloud over attempts at negotiations.
\nA senior White House official told Reuters, "there are no plans for President Trump to meet with President Putin in the immediate future", after Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov had a "productive call" but opted against an in-person meeting.
\nTrump had announced last week that he and Putin would meet soon in Hungary to try to bring an end to the conflict in Ukraine. However, Putin has been unwilling to consider concessions. Moscow has long demanded that Ukraine agree to cede more territory before any ceasefire.
\nTrump, asked by reporters about the prospect for a summit, said he did not want to have a "wasted meeting" but suggested there could be more developments and that "we'll be notifying you over the next two days" about them.
\nThe Kremlin said on Tuesday it was unclear when a summit between Trump and Putin would take place, and that no dates had been mentioned by anyone.
\n"Listen, we have an understanding of the presidents, but we cannot postpone what has not been finalized, "Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. "Neither President Trump nor President Putin gave exact dates."
\nAsked if Moscow had an understanding of a possible date for the summit, Peskov said, "No, there is no understanding."
\nRussia reiterated its long-standing terms for a peace deal in a private communique known as a "non paper" that it sent to the US on the weekend, according to two US officials and two people familiar with the situation.
\nThe communique reaffirmed Russia's demand for full control of the eastern Donbas region, according to one official, effectively rejecting Trump's call for a ceasefire to commence with a freeze of the front lines at their prevailing locations, which was backed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
\nTrump "proposed 'Stay where we stay and begin conversation'", Zelensky told reporters on Wednesday during a brief visit to Oslo. "I think that was a good compromise, but I'm not sure that Putin will support it, and I said it to the president."
\nEuropean leaders urged Washington on Tuesday to hold firm in demanding an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, with the present battle lines to serve as the basis for any future talks.
\nNATO said Secretary-General Mark Rutte traveled to Washington on Tuesday for talks with Trump that two sources familiar with the matter said would take place on Wednesday.
\nA Western official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said Rutte planned to present to Trump the European views on a ceasefire and any subsequent peace negotiations.
\nEuropean Union leaders are then set to close ranks in support of Ukraine at a Brussels summit on Thursday, followed a day later by a "coalition of the willing" meeting of European leaders in London to discuss the next steps to help Kyiv.
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\nWASHINGTON — A planned summit between United States President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin was put on hold on Tuesday, as Moscow's rejection of an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine cast a cloud over attempts at negotiations.
\nA senior White House official told Reuters, "there are no plans for President Trump to meet with President Putin in the immediate future", after Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov had a "productive call" but opted against an in-person meeting.
\nTrump had announced last week that he and Putin would meet soon in Hungary to try to bring an end to the conflict in Ukraine. However, Putin has been unwilling to consider concessions. Moscow has long demanded that Ukraine agree to cede more territory before any ceasefire.
\nTrump, asked by reporters about the prospect for a summit, said he did not want to have a "wasted meeting" but suggested there could be more developments and that "we'll be notifying you over the next two days" about them.
\nThe Kremlin said on Tuesday it was unclear when a summit between Trump and Putin would take place, and that no dates had been mentioned by anyone.
\n"Listen, we have an understanding of the presidents, but we cannot postpone what has not been finalized, "Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. "Neither President Trump nor President Putin gave exact dates."
\nAsked if Moscow had an understanding of a possible date for the summit, Peskov said, "No, there is no understanding."
\nRussia reiterated its long-standing terms for a peace deal in a private communique known as a "non paper" that it sent to the US on the weekend, according to two US officials and two people familiar with the situation.
\nThe communique reaffirmed Russia's demand for full control of the eastern Donbas region, according to one official, effectively rejecting Trump's call for a ceasefire to commence with a freeze of the front lines at their prevailing locations, which was backed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
\nTrump "proposed 'Stay where we stay and begin conversation'", Zelensky told reporters on Wednesday during a brief visit to Oslo. "I think that was a good compromise, but I'm not sure that Putin will support it, and I said it to the president."
\nEuropean leaders urged Washington on Tuesday to hold firm in demanding an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, with the present battle lines to serve as the basis for any future talks.
\nNATO said Secretary-General Mark Rutte traveled to Washington on Tuesday for talks with Trump that two sources familiar with the matter said would take place on Wednesday.
\nA Western official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said Rutte planned to present to Trump the European views on a ceasefire and any subsequent peace negotiations.
\nEuropean Union leaders are then set to close ranks in support of Ukraine at a Brussels summit on Thursday, followed a day later by a "coalition of the willing" meeting of European leaders in London to discuss the next steps to help Kyiv.
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\nHowever, while the reopening of the famed institution appeared to be a return to normal, experts said it may take several years for it to recover its tattered reputation.
\nPolice have warned they may never recover the eight pieces of royal jewelry taken in the four-minute daylight raid, because they could have already been broken into their constituent pearls, sapphires, emeralds, diamonds and gold.
\n"It's extremely unlikely these jewels will ever be retrieved and seen again," said Tobias Kormind, managing director of 77 Diamonds, a major European diamond seller. "If these gems are broken up and sold off, they will, in effect, vanish from history and be lost to the world forever."
\nThe stolen pieces — an emerald necklace and earrings, two crowns, two brooches, a sapphire necklace and an earring — were all made hundreds of years ago for royal clients and would be highly recognizable if left intact, Kormind said.
\nFor many in France, the stolen items, which include a necklace given by Napoleon Bonaparte as a wedding gift to his second wife, are symbols of the country's wealth, power and cultural importance, The Associated Press reported, saying that people are feeling let down by the museum that had been entrusted with their care.
\nWith people wanting to know how such a brazen theft was allowed to happen, the museum's director was called before a cultural committee at the French Senate on Wednesday to answer questions that will likely keep coming.
\nLaure Beccuau, the Paris prosecutor leading the investigation, told the French radio station RTL that the $102 million price tag attached to the jewelry reflects the basic cost of the jewels and precious metals involved, and not their historical value, which she said is priceless.
\nNo rest until arrests
\nInterior Minister Laurent Nunez said about 60 of the 100 people investigating the theft are police officers, and that they will not rest until the four perpetrators — who used a cherry picker and power tools to access the first-floor room where the jewels were — are in custody.
\nHowever, Maxime Michelet, a lawmaker from the conservative Union of the Right for the Republic, said in Parliament on Tuesday: "These are family souvenirs that have been taken from the French. Empress Eugenie's crown — stolen, then dropped and found broken in the gutter — has become the symbol of the decline of a nation that used to be so admired. It is shameful for our country, incapable of guaranteeing the security of the world's largest museum."
\nFrance's Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin agreed, saying, "The French people all feel like they've been robbed."
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\nThe Louvre Museum in Paris reopened on Wednesday as the French capital started to recover from Sunday's daring heist, in which thieves stole $102 million of antique jewelry.
\nHowever, while the reopening of the famed institution appeared to be a return to normal, experts said it may take several years for it to recover its tattered reputation.
\nPolice have warned they may never recover the eight pieces of royal jewelry taken in the four-minute daylight raid, because they could have already been broken into their constituent pearls, sapphires, emeralds, diamonds and gold.
\n"It's extremely unlikely these jewels will ever be retrieved and seen again," said Tobias Kormind, managing director of 77 Diamonds, a major European diamond seller. "If these gems are broken up and sold off, they will, in effect, vanish from history and be lost to the world forever."
\nThe stolen pieces — an emerald necklace and earrings, two crowns, two brooches, a sapphire necklace and an earring — were all made hundreds of years ago for royal clients and would be highly recognizable if left intact, Kormind said.
\nFor many in France, the stolen items, which include a necklace given by Napoleon Bonaparte as a wedding gift to his second wife, are symbols of the country's wealth, power and cultural importance, The Associated Press reported, saying that people are feeling let down by the museum that had been entrusted with their care.
\nWith people wanting to know how such a brazen theft was allowed to happen, the museum's director was called before a cultural committee at the French Senate on Wednesday to answer questions that will likely keep coming.
\nLaure Beccuau, the Paris prosecutor leading the investigation, told the French radio station RTL that the $102 million price tag attached to the jewelry reflects the basic cost of the jewels and precious metals involved, and not their historical value, which she said is priceless.
\nNo rest until arrests
\nInterior Minister Laurent Nunez said about 60 of the 100 people investigating the theft are police officers, and that they will not rest until the four perpetrators — who used a cherry picker and power tools to access the first-floor room where the jewels were — are in custody.
\nHowever, Maxime Michelet, a lawmaker from the conservative Union of the Right for the Republic, said in Parliament on Tuesday: "These are family souvenirs that have been taken from the French. Empress Eugenie's crown — stolen, then dropped and found broken in the gutter — has become the symbol of the decline of a nation that used to be so admired. It is shameful for our country, incapable of guaranteeing the security of the world's largest museum."
\nFrance's Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin agreed, saying, "The French people all feel like they've been robbed."
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\nMajor US hospital, manufacturing and trade groups are urging the Trump administration to back away from possible tariffs or broad trade restrictions in its latest national-security review of medical imports, arguing that new curbs would raise costs, disrupt supplies and undermine innovation.
\nThe review, under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 investigation, covers personal protective equipment, or PPE, medical consumables and medical equipment, including devices, according to a Federal Register notice released on Sept 26.
\nStakeholders like the American Association for Homecare say the process could produce tariffs, quotas or other limits as early as 2026.
\nThe National Foreign Trade Council, or NFTC, urged the administration to avoid tariffs altogether, arguing that actions on PPE, medical consumables and devices "risk profound negative impacts and costs" for US industry and would strain "a US healthcare system that is already burdened".
\n"For this reason, it is imperative that extreme caution be exercised, and we urge against the use of any tariffs and that the administration consider nontariff responses that support industry competitiveness, "the NFTC said in response to the US Commerce Department probe, posted on its website on Tuesday.
\nEarlier this month, the lobbying group, whose board includes US firms like Oracle, Amazon and Exxon Mobil, urged the Trump administration to immediately suspend a rule it says halted billions of dollars' worth of US exports and will prompt China and other countries to drop US firms from their supply chains, Reuters reported on Monday.
\nIn a letter to US President Donald Trump, NFTC President Jake Colvin wrote that the Affiliates Rule, which bars US companies from shipping goods and technology to companies part-owned by sanctioned firms, "has resulted in an immediate pause of billions in US exports, which is contrary to your desire to reduce the trade deficit and increase US exports globally", according to the report.
\nThe NFTC's comment on the Section 232 probe was one of the more than 800 responses the Commerce Department received from industry stakeholders following a 21-day comment period that ended on Friday.
\nIn its response, the American Hospital Association, or AHA, which represents nearly 5,000 member hospitals, health systems and other healthcare organizations in the US, noted that the supply chains for the targeted goods are highly complex, bringing together domestic and international sources.
\nIn 2024 alone, the US imported over $75 billion in medical devices and supplies. Around 30 percent of the medical technology market in the US is imported, while much higher percentages of PPE are sourced internationally, according to an AHA analysis of Census Bureau data.
\n"Hospitals are especially reliant on international sources for PPE to protect both caregivers and patients," Akinluwa A. Demehin, vice-president of quality and safety policy with the AHA, said in a letter to the Commerce Department.
\nThe AHA noted that in 2023, Chinese manufacturers supplied the majority of N95 and other respirators used in healthcare, and additionally, China was the source for one-third of disposable face masks, two-thirds of non-disposable face masks and 94 percent of the plastic gloves used in healthcare settings.
\n"The low-margin nature of these products makes them difficult to produce sustainably within the US.At the same time, disruption in the availability of these devices would curtail hospitals' ability to perform life-saving surgeries and keep patients safe from contagion, as well as hinder providers' ability to effectively diagnose, monitor and treat patients," Demehin said.
\nBalanced approach urged
\nThe AHA urged a "balanced approach" that includes a tariff-exception process for products in short supply.
\nIt said that medical device tariff exemptions were established in the earlier China trade actions, recognizing the critical role medical equipment plays in the safety and wellbeing of Americans.
\nBusiness Roundtable, an association of more than 200 chief executive officers of leading US companies, also cautioned that imposition of Section 232 tariffs "runs a serious risk of threatening American health security, undermining innovation and raising healthcare costs".
\nMeanwhile, manufacturers echoed concerns over cost and disruption. For example, the National Association of Manufacturers, or NAM, said it supported the goal of stronger domestic capacity but warned tariffs are "likely to have unintended consequences, including increased costs for patients and hospitals, and supply chain disruptions".
\n"While R&D expenditures would not be subject to a tariff, tariffs on medical technology devices would necessarily increase the cost of research materials and production, which reduces funds available for increased R&D spend in the US, "Andrea Durkin, vice-president of international policy with the NAM, said in the organization's response.
\nSince early 2025, the White House has increasingly invoked Section 232, not just for the traditional domains of steel, aluminum and autos, but across a wide array of sectors viewed as critical to supply chains and economic resilience, such as semiconductors and technology hardware, pharmaceuticals, critical minerals and aerospace components.
\nhuanxinzhao@chinadailyusa.com
\n", + "content": "Major US hospital, manufacturing and trade groups are urging the Trump administration to back away from possible tariffs or broad trade restrictions in its latest national-security review of medical imports, arguing that new curbs would raise costs, disrupt supplies and undermine innovation.
\nThe review, under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 investigation, covers personal protective equipment, or PPE, medical consumables and medical equipment, including devices, according to a Federal Register notice released on Sept 26.
\nStakeholders like the American Association for Homecare say the process could produce tariffs, quotas or other limits as early as 2026.
\nThe National Foreign Trade Council, or NFTC, urged the administration to avoid tariffs altogether, arguing that actions on PPE, medical consumables and devices "risk profound negative impacts and costs" for US industry and would strain "a US healthcare system that is already burdened".
\n"For this reason, it is imperative that extreme caution be exercised, and we urge against the use of any tariffs and that the administration consider nontariff responses that support industry competitiveness, "the NFTC said in response to the US Commerce Department probe, posted on its website on Tuesday.
\nEarlier this month, the lobbying group, whose board includes US firms like Oracle, Amazon and Exxon Mobil, urged the Trump administration to immediately suspend a rule it says halted billions of dollars' worth of US exports and will prompt China and other countries to drop US firms from their supply chains, Reuters reported on Monday.
\nIn a letter to US President Donald Trump, NFTC President Jake Colvin wrote that the Affiliates Rule, which bars US companies from shipping goods and technology to companies part-owned by sanctioned firms, "has resulted in an immediate pause of billions in US exports, which is contrary to your desire to reduce the trade deficit and increase US exports globally", according to the report.
\nThe NFTC's comment on the Section 232 probe was one of the more than 800 responses the Commerce Department received from industry stakeholders following a 21-day comment period that ended on Friday.
\nIn its response, the American Hospital Association, or AHA, which represents nearly 5,000 member hospitals, health systems and other healthcare organizations in the US, noted that the supply chains for the targeted goods are highly complex, bringing together domestic and international sources.
\nIn 2024 alone, the US imported over $75 billion in medical devices and supplies. Around 30 percent of the medical technology market in the US is imported, while much higher percentages of PPE are sourced internationally, according to an AHA analysis of Census Bureau data.
\n"Hospitals are especially reliant on international sources for PPE to protect both caregivers and patients," Akinluwa A. Demehin, vice-president of quality and safety policy with the AHA, said in a letter to the Commerce Department.
\nThe AHA noted that in 2023, Chinese manufacturers supplied the majority of N95 and other respirators used in healthcare, and additionally, China was the source for one-third of disposable face masks, two-thirds of non-disposable face masks and 94 percent of the plastic gloves used in healthcare settings.
\n"The low-margin nature of these products makes them difficult to produce sustainably within the US.At the same time, disruption in the availability of these devices would curtail hospitals' ability to perform life-saving surgeries and keep patients safe from contagion, as well as hinder providers' ability to effectively diagnose, monitor and treat patients," Demehin said.
\nBalanced approach urged
\nThe AHA urged a "balanced approach" that includes a tariff-exception process for products in short supply.
\nIt said that medical device tariff exemptions were established in the earlier China trade actions, recognizing the critical role medical equipment plays in the safety and wellbeing of Americans.
\nBusiness Roundtable, an association of more than 200 chief executive officers of leading US companies, also cautioned that imposition of Section 232 tariffs "runs a serious risk of threatening American health security, undermining innovation and raising healthcare costs".
\nMeanwhile, manufacturers echoed concerns over cost and disruption. For example, the National Association of Manufacturers, or NAM, said it supported the goal of stronger domestic capacity but warned tariffs are "likely to have unintended consequences, including increased costs for patients and hospitals, and supply chain disruptions".
\n"While R&D expenditures would not be subject to a tariff, tariffs on medical technology devices would necessarily increase the cost of research materials and production, which reduces funds available for increased R&D spend in the US, "Andrea Durkin, vice-president of international policy with the NAM, said in the organization's response.
\nSince early 2025, the White House has increasingly invoked Section 232, not just for the traditional domains of steel, aluminum and autos, but across a wide array of sectors viewed as critical to supply chains and economic resilience, such as semiconductors and technology hardware, pharmaceuticals, critical minerals and aerospace components.
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Counter-terrorism units conduct a drill at the Gimhae Air Base in Busan, South Korea, on Wednesday, in preparation for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Economic Leaders' Meeting. South Korea will hold the meeting in Gyeongju from Oct 31 to Nov 1.
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\nA panel of women from different backgrounds gathered at the Chinese consulate in New York City on Monday to discuss women's empowerment, work-life balance and the current state of gender relations worldwide alongside Chen Li, consul general of China in New York.
\nThe event, dubbed "Honoring Her Strength, Supporting Her Dreams", was held in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the United Nations and the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women held in China.
\nFeatured guest speakers included Jessica Bissett, senior director of government engagement for the National Committee on US-China Relations; Belinda Robinson, a journalist for China Daily newspaper; and Fang Zhongjing, a ballerina and choreographer for American Ballet Theatre.
\nA short video showed the tremendous progress made in women's equality in China and the work still to be done.
\n"We've hosted many events here in this hall, but a woman-focused one, this might be a first," Chen said in an introductory speech. "Thirty years ago, China hosted the Fourth World Conference on Women, which adopted the landmark declaration, and that call for action made gender equality an agenda of the times.
\n"Last week, China held the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women in Beijing, where President Xi Jinping proposed new measures to promote women's all-round development. There couldn't be a better time to bring together inspiring women leaders from our consulate district to explore how women's causes are advancing in both China and the US," he added.
\nThe panel, led by a moderator, tackled a myriad of topics and spoke of the progress, challenges and growth they had personally experienced. Two participants recalled how their industries had been very male-dominated when they began, but they'd later seen more women break through. They also highlighted the value of female mentorship in their lives.
\nValue of mentorship
\n"In the early years of my career, the giants in the field were all older white men, which is fine. At the time, the China specialists, who are today in their 80s, started out in their fields in the 1960s, a different time," Bissett said.
\n"The women's liberation movement was just starting. But I can heavily report that as I've gone through my career, I've seen more and more women rise in terms of academia in US-China relations and also leadership positions.
\n"I'm very lucky within my own career. The vice-president of the National Committee is a woman named Jan Berris, who's been at the National Committee for over 50 years. I call her the first lady of US-China relations. So, I had an amazing mentor in her," she said.
\n"Women supporting women is wonderful because it enhances your career and your life and it's something that I take great pleasure participating in. I think that it's so important for women to have mentors and to have goals and to dream as big as they can," Robinson said.
\nFang, who began ballet dancing at the tender age of 9, described her brave, solo journey to the United States after receiving an offer from American Ballet Theatre to join the company.
\n"When I turned 18, I came to America by myself," she told the audience. "At the time, I didn't speak any (English), with two suitcases, just myself and full of dreams. Fast forward now, 20-something years later, I'm a soloist with American Ballet Theatre, I have a beautiful family and I just had my second daughter.
\n"And, coming back to the center of this theme tonight, so many mentors and so many women in my life have paved the way. If it wasn't for those women, I wouldn't be here today. I continue to grow as a mentor, a mother and a wife, and a daughter to continue to help the people around me, help the younger generation and help my daughters to grow."
\nAshley Brown, director of the Martha Graham School in New York and a member of the audience, praised the event for bringing women's key issues to the fore.
\n"I think (we need) more women conferences, more opportunities for women to come together, more opportunities for women to find camaraderie, to support each other."
\nJessica Chen, a lawyer and an audience member, told China Daily: "I have different positions with the New York State Bar Association and I'm very active with all the bar activities. A lot of the time, when I've entered into a forum, it is male-dominated.
\n"Sometimes when I enter the room, it's like, 'oh, I'm the only Asian, or, I'm the only female, or, I'm the only Chinese.' Originally, I felt like, 'that's a little weird, but later on, I feel like I'm proud of it. I think it's a privilege and I can send out my voice because my voice matters … We girls are capable … So, dream big!"
\nshiguang@chinadailyusa.com
\n", + "content": "\nA panel of women from different backgrounds gathered at the Chinese consulate in New York City on Monday to discuss women's empowerment, work-life balance and the current state of gender relations worldwide alongside Chen Li, consul general of China in New York.
\nThe event, dubbed "Honoring Her Strength, Supporting Her Dreams", was held in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the United Nations and the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women held in China.
\nFeatured guest speakers included Jessica Bissett, senior director of government engagement for the National Committee on US-China Relations; Belinda Robinson, a journalist for China Daily newspaper; and Fang Zhongjing, a ballerina and choreographer for American Ballet Theatre.
\nA short video showed the tremendous progress made in women's equality in China and the work still to be done.
\n"We've hosted many events here in this hall, but a woman-focused one, this might be a first," Chen said in an introductory speech. "Thirty years ago, China hosted the Fourth World Conference on Women, which adopted the landmark declaration, and that call for action made gender equality an agenda of the times.
\n"Last week, China held the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women in Beijing, where President Xi Jinping proposed new measures to promote women's all-round development. There couldn't be a better time to bring together inspiring women leaders from our consulate district to explore how women's causes are advancing in both China and the US," he added.
\nThe panel, led by a moderator, tackled a myriad of topics and spoke of the progress, challenges and growth they had personally experienced. Two participants recalled how their industries had been very male-dominated when they began, but they'd later seen more women break through. They also highlighted the value of female mentorship in their lives.
\nValue of mentorship
\n"In the early years of my career, the giants in the field were all older white men, which is fine. At the time, the China specialists, who are today in their 80s, started out in their fields in the 1960s, a different time," Bissett said.
\n"The women's liberation movement was just starting. But I can heavily report that as I've gone through my career, I've seen more and more women rise in terms of academia in US-China relations and also leadership positions.
\n"I'm very lucky within my own career. The vice-president of the National Committee is a woman named Jan Berris, who's been at the National Committee for over 50 years. I call her the first lady of US-China relations. So, I had an amazing mentor in her," she said.
\n"Women supporting women is wonderful because it enhances your career and your life and it's something that I take great pleasure participating in. I think that it's so important for women to have mentors and to have goals and to dream as big as they can," Robinson said.
\nFang, who began ballet dancing at the tender age of 9, described her brave, solo journey to the United States after receiving an offer from American Ballet Theatre to join the company.
\n"When I turned 18, I came to America by myself," she told the audience. "At the time, I didn't speak any (English), with two suitcases, just myself and full of dreams. Fast forward now, 20-something years later, I'm a soloist with American Ballet Theatre, I have a beautiful family and I just had my second daughter.
\n"And, coming back to the center of this theme tonight, so many mentors and so many women in my life have paved the way. If it wasn't for those women, I wouldn't be here today. I continue to grow as a mentor, a mother and a wife, and a daughter to continue to help the people around me, help the younger generation and help my daughters to grow."
\nAshley Brown, director of the Martha Graham School in New York and a member of the audience, praised the event for bringing women's key issues to the fore.
\n"I think (we need) more women conferences, more opportunities for women to come together, more opportunities for women to find camaraderie, to support each other."
\nJessica Chen, a lawyer and an audience member, told China Daily: "I have different positions with the New York State Bar Association and I'm very active with all the bar activities. A lot of the time, when I've entered into a forum, it is male-dominated.
\n"Sometimes when I enter the room, it's like, 'oh, I'm the only Asian, or, I'm the only female, or, I'm the only Chinese.' Originally, I felt like, 'that's a little weird, but later on, I feel like I'm proud of it. I think it's a privilege and I can send out my voice because my voice matters … We girls are capable … So, dream big!"
\nshiguang@chinadailyusa.com
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\nEx-PM Paetongtarn quits as party leader
\nThailand's recently removed prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra resigned on Wednesday as leader of the party founded by her father, former premier Thaksin, signaling the potential end of the family's decades-long political dynasty. In a statement, Paetongtarn expressed her intention to initiate a comprehensive "overhaul "of the party before the next election. Paetongtarn, 39, served less than a year as prime minister before being sacked by a court in August over an ethics breach related to her handling of a border dispute with Cambodia. Paetongtarn confirmed that she will remain a party member and "Head of the Pheu Thai Family", committing to help build a new era for the party.
\nPERU
\nEmergency declared to combat violence
\nPeru's President Jose Jeri declared on Tuesday a 30-day state of emergency in the capital Lima and the neighboring province of Callao, saying the move was to battle rising crime. The announcement follows protests last week that left one person dead and more than 100 injured. Jeri said the measure, starting just after midnight on Tuesday and approved by the Council of Ministers, authorizes the deployment of the armed forces alongside the police to maintain public order. Jeri was sworn in earlier this month following the ouster of former president Dina Boluarte. He unveiled a new cabinet last week, vowing to make tackling crime a top priority.
\nNIGERIA
\n39 people killed as fuel truck explodes
\nA tanker truck laden with gasoline exploded on Tuesday in North Nigeria, killing at least 39 people, police said. The explosion occurred in the Bida area of Niger State after the truck fell and as local residents rushed to the scene to scoop up spilling fuel, police spokesman Wasiu Abiodun said in a statement. Dozens more were injured in the blast and were taken to nearby hospitals. Scavenging gasoline has become common in Nigeria as fuel prices have soared. In January, at least 98 people were killed in Niger State when people tried to transfer gasoline from a crashed oil tanker into another truck using a generator.
\nAZERBAIJAN
\nCurbs lifted on transit of goods to Armenia
\nPresident of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev announced on Tuesday that Azerbaijan has lifted all restrictions on the transit of goods to Armenia. The first shipment under the new arrangement was Kazakh grain bound for Armenia. Aliyev said this is a strong indicator that peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia exists not only on paper but also in practice. The office of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan welcomed the move, describing it as a key step for regional connectivity and confidence-building.
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\nEx-PM Paetongtarn quits as party leader
\nThailand's recently removed prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra resigned on Wednesday as leader of the party founded by her father, former premier Thaksin, signaling the potential end of the family's decades-long political dynasty. In a statement, Paetongtarn expressed her intention to initiate a comprehensive "overhaul "of the party before the next election. Paetongtarn, 39, served less than a year as prime minister before being sacked by a court in August over an ethics breach related to her handling of a border dispute with Cambodia. Paetongtarn confirmed that she will remain a party member and "Head of the Pheu Thai Family", committing to help build a new era for the party.
\nPERU
\nEmergency declared to combat violence
\nPeru's President Jose Jeri declared on Tuesday a 30-day state of emergency in the capital Lima and the neighboring province of Callao, saying the move was to battle rising crime. The announcement follows protests last week that left one person dead and more than 100 injured. Jeri said the measure, starting just after midnight on Tuesday and approved by the Council of Ministers, authorizes the deployment of the armed forces alongside the police to maintain public order. Jeri was sworn in earlier this month following the ouster of former president Dina Boluarte. He unveiled a new cabinet last week, vowing to make tackling crime a top priority.
\nNIGERIA
\n39 people killed as fuel truck explodes
\nA tanker truck laden with gasoline exploded on Tuesday in North Nigeria, killing at least 39 people, police said. The explosion occurred in the Bida area of Niger State after the truck fell and as local residents rushed to the scene to scoop up spilling fuel, police spokesman Wasiu Abiodun said in a statement. Dozens more were injured in the blast and were taken to nearby hospitals. Scavenging gasoline has become common in Nigeria as fuel prices have soared. In January, at least 98 people were killed in Niger State when people tried to transfer gasoline from a crashed oil tanker into another truck using a generator.
\nAZERBAIJAN
\nCurbs lifted on transit of goods to Armenia
\nPresident of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev announced on Tuesday that Azerbaijan has lifted all restrictions on the transit of goods to Armenia. The first shipment under the new arrangement was Kazakh grain bound for Armenia. Aliyev said this is a strong indicator that peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia exists not only on paper but also in practice. The office of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan welcomed the move, describing it as a key step for regional connectivity and confidence-building.
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A 5G-enabled robotic dog at a booth during the Mobile World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda, on Tuesday.
\nAs Africa's mobile revolution enters a new phase, policymakers and industry leaders gathering in Kigali, Rwanda, said artificial intelligence and fintech hold the key to unlocking inclusive growth — if the continent can close its digital and energy gaps.
\nAt this year's Mobile World Congress, or MWC Africa, being held in Rwanda's capital, Kigali, leaders have called for greater investment in infrastructure, energy, and human capital to turn connectivity into tangible economic opportunity.
\nRwandan President Paul Kagame, during the opening ceremony on Tuesday, said the continent's rapid digital transformation demonstrates how innovation can emerge anywhere, provided enabling policies and partnerships are in place.
\n"In just a few years, Africa has gone from limited connectivity to a mobile-driven economy. Broadband and smartphones have become tools of daily life, transforming commerce, education, finance, and other key sectors," Kagame said.
\nHe highlighted mobile money as a global model for financial inclusion. "It has empowered small businesses and women entrepreneurs by linking their potential to the broader economy," he said.
\nDespite progress, Kagame cautioned that Africa must act urgently to bridge the digital divide, noting that only a small fraction of Africans are connected compared to the global average.
\n"If this gap persists, technology meant to expand opportunity could instead widen inequality," he said.
\nThe president stressed integrating AI into planning and public service delivery, as well as harmonizing policies to foster innovation.
\n"The challenges Africa faces are significant, but they also present great growth potential," he added.
\nCall for collaboration
\nRwanda's Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, said hosting MWC Africa reinforces the country's ambition to lead Africa's digital transformation.
\n"The future of digital Africa will be defined by collaboration. We must converge across governments, industries, and innovators to make Africa not just a market for innovation, but a home of digital leadership," she added.
\nDoreen Bogdan-Martin, secretary-general of the International Telecommunication Union, said AI could help generate about $2.9 trillion for the African economy.
\n"We have to work together across sectors and governments to solve this. A digital future requires access for all," she said.
\nVivek Badrinath, director general of Global System for Mobile Communications Association, said Africa's mobile industry is now one of the largest infrastructures on the planet, covering 91 percent of the population and connecting over 710 million people, adding that the next leap will be powered by "intelligence, investment and inclusion".
\n"Africa has more than 2,000 languages, yet they make up only 0.02 percent of online content," he said. He called for partnerships with necessary stakeholders in different countries to develop inclusive AI models for African languages and ensure AI benefits all citizens.
\nHe said regulatory reforms, fair competition, and streamlined land and permitting processes are critical enablers of investment.
\n"If we close the usage gap, we can add $625 billion to Africa's GDP by 2030. Connectivity is not just about technology; it's about empowering people, building resilience, and driving sustainable growth," Badrinath said.
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\nAs Africa's mobile revolution enters a new phase, policymakers and industry leaders gathering in Kigali, Rwanda, said artificial intelligence and fintech hold the key to unlocking inclusive growth — if the continent can close its digital and energy gaps.
\nAt this year's Mobile World Congress, or MWC Africa, being held in Rwanda's capital, Kigali, leaders have called for greater investment in infrastructure, energy, and human capital to turn connectivity into tangible economic opportunity.
\nRwandan President Paul Kagame, during the opening ceremony on Tuesday, said the continent's rapid digital transformation demonstrates how innovation can emerge anywhere, provided enabling policies and partnerships are in place.
\n"In just a few years, Africa has gone from limited connectivity to a mobile-driven economy. Broadband and smartphones have become tools of daily life, transforming commerce, education, finance, and other key sectors," Kagame said.
\nHe highlighted mobile money as a global model for financial inclusion. "It has empowered small businesses and women entrepreneurs by linking their potential to the broader economy," he said.
\nDespite progress, Kagame cautioned that Africa must act urgently to bridge the digital divide, noting that only a small fraction of Africans are connected compared to the global average.
\n"If this gap persists, technology meant to expand opportunity could instead widen inequality," he said.
\nThe president stressed integrating AI into planning and public service delivery, as well as harmonizing policies to foster innovation.
\n"The challenges Africa faces are significant, but they also present great growth potential," he added.
\nCall for collaboration
\nRwanda's Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, said hosting MWC Africa reinforces the country's ambition to lead Africa's digital transformation.
\n"The future of digital Africa will be defined by collaboration. We must converge across governments, industries, and innovators to make Africa not just a market for innovation, but a home of digital leadership," she added.
\nDoreen Bogdan-Martin, secretary-general of the International Telecommunication Union, said AI could help generate about $2.9 trillion for the African economy.
\n"We have to work together across sectors and governments to solve this. A digital future requires access for all," she said.
\nVivek Badrinath, director general of Global System for Mobile Communications Association, said Africa's mobile industry is now one of the largest infrastructures on the planet, covering 91 percent of the population and connecting over 710 million people, adding that the next leap will be powered by "intelligence, investment and inclusion".
\n"Africa has more than 2,000 languages, yet they make up only 0.02 percent of online content," he said. He called for partnerships with necessary stakeholders in different countries to develop inclusive AI models for African languages and ensure AI benefits all citizens.
\nHe said regulatory reforms, fair competition, and streamlined land and permitting processes are critical enablers of investment.
\n"If we close the usage gap, we can add $625 billion to Africa's GDP by 2030. Connectivity is not just about technology; it's about empowering people, building resilience, and driving sustainable growth," Badrinath said.
\nsharon@chinadailyafrica.com
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\nLi Lecheng, minister of industry and information technology, said in a signed article published in the journal New Industrialization on Wednesday that "Cultivating industries and enterprises involves immense efforts, but irrational competition can destroy an enterprise or an industry overnight. We must never tolerate this to happen."
\nThe comments signal a top-level push to reshape the industrial landscape as the nation navigates a critical transition from traditional growth drivers to new, more sustainable ones.
\nThe solution, according to Li, lies in modernizing industrial governance, which he deemed essential for achieving the goals of new industrialization and building a modern industrial system. He called for "major progress" in this area during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30).
\nThe approach must be holistic, combining root causes and systemic solutions, grounded in the new development philosophy and a people-centric mindset, Li said.
\nLuo Zhiheng, chief economist at Yuekai Securities, said China's campaign against rampant competition has now entered a phase of substantive implementation.
\n"Unlike previous rounds that focused mainly on upstream sectors such as steel and coal, the current push extends into downstream emerging industries like new energy vehicles, lithium batteries and photovoltaics," Luo said.
\nProduction of NEVs in China jumped 35.2 percent year-on-year to 11.24 million units during the first three quarters, said the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.
\nAcknowledging a critical transition in economic drivers, Li's ministry noted that while traditional economic engines are waning, new ones are still being cultivated and are not yet sufficient to fill the gap.
\nLi, head of the MIIT, highlighted that in 2024, the value-added of China's strategic emerging industries accounted for only about 13.4 percent of GDP, a mere "small fraction "compared to the approximately 80 percent share held by traditional industries.
\n"So, where will the momentum come from? It must rely on innovation and reform," Li said. He pointed to significant remaining challenges, including "blockages restricting the high-quality development of industry and informatization, difficulties affecting the vitality of business entities, and risks endangering industrial security", stating that these represent both a heavy reform task and substantial potential.
\nWith China's industrial production scale already vast — some product outputs even exceed 60-70 percent of the global total — and the arrival of a graying demographic inflection point, Li said that traditional industries like steel and cement have peaked. The old model of expansion based on "low prices and high volume" has become unsustainable.
\nInstead, China must "prioritize quality and win through excellence", enhancing the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing supply system. "High-quality supply should create and lead demand," Li said, thereby continuously expanding new development spaces. The future lies in aligning with the trends of high-end, intelligent and green development.
\nThis requires shifting the focus of manufacturing from scale expansion to value creation, increasing the value-added proportion, and moving toward both ends of the "smile curve "and up the value chain.
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\n", + "content": "China's top industry regulator has issued a warning against "irrational competition" being witnessed in certain sectors, labeling it as a threat to businesses and industries, while outlining a comprehensive strategy for modernizing industrial governance and pursuing high-quality development through innovation.
\nLi Lecheng, minister of industry and information technology, said in a signed article published in the journal New Industrialization on Wednesday that "Cultivating industries and enterprises involves immense efforts, but irrational competition can destroy an enterprise or an industry overnight. We must never tolerate this to happen."
\nThe comments signal a top-level push to reshape the industrial landscape as the nation navigates a critical transition from traditional growth drivers to new, more sustainable ones.
\nThe solution, according to Li, lies in modernizing industrial governance, which he deemed essential for achieving the goals of new industrialization and building a modern industrial system. He called for "major progress" in this area during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30).
\nThe approach must be holistic, combining root causes and systemic solutions, grounded in the new development philosophy and a people-centric mindset, Li said.
\nLuo Zhiheng, chief economist at Yuekai Securities, said China's campaign against rampant competition has now entered a phase of substantive implementation.
\n"Unlike previous rounds that focused mainly on upstream sectors such as steel and coal, the current push extends into downstream emerging industries like new energy vehicles, lithium batteries and photovoltaics," Luo said.
\nProduction of NEVs in China jumped 35.2 percent year-on-year to 11.24 million units during the first three quarters, said the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.
\nAcknowledging a critical transition in economic drivers, Li's ministry noted that while traditional economic engines are waning, new ones are still being cultivated and are not yet sufficient to fill the gap.
\nLi, head of the MIIT, highlighted that in 2024, the value-added of China's strategic emerging industries accounted for only about 13.4 percent of GDP, a mere "small fraction "compared to the approximately 80 percent share held by traditional industries.
\n"So, where will the momentum come from? It must rely on innovation and reform," Li said. He pointed to significant remaining challenges, including "blockages restricting the high-quality development of industry and informatization, difficulties affecting the vitality of business entities, and risks endangering industrial security", stating that these represent both a heavy reform task and substantial potential.
\nWith China's industrial production scale already vast — some product outputs even exceed 60-70 percent of the global total — and the arrival of a graying demographic inflection point, Li said that traditional industries like steel and cement have peaked. The old model of expansion based on "low prices and high volume" has become unsustainable.
\nInstead, China must "prioritize quality and win through excellence", enhancing the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing supply system. "High-quality supply should create and lead demand," Li said, thereby continuously expanding new development spaces. The future lies in aligning with the trends of high-end, intelligent and green development.
\nThis requires shifting the focus of manufacturing from scale expansion to value creation, increasing the value-added proportion, and moving toward both ends of the "smile curve "and up the value chain.
\nmasi@chinadaily.com.cn
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Employees from State Grid Changji in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region visit the electric-boiler house of CHD Hutubi Energy, inquiring about its power needs during the upcoming heating season in Changji Hui autonomous prefecture.
\n", + "content": "Employees from State Grid Changji in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region visit the electric-boiler house of CHD Hutubi Energy, inquiring about its power needs during the upcoming heating season in Changji Hui autonomous prefecture.
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\nChinese railway operators have strengthened efforts to provide unimpeded rail transport during times of widespread rainfall. Since the start of autumn, Shanxi province has experienced multiple days of prolonged rainfall, with high cumulative precipitation and overlapping affected areas, leading to sustained flood prevention efforts. The Taiyuan High-speed Railway Engineering Section of China Railway Taiyuan Group has leveraged its integrated "defense, inspection, emergency rescue" flood control system, reinforcing anti-flood barriers. It has utilized its rain gauges and natural disaster monitoring systems, promptly reporting rainfall conditions and issuing cloud movement forecasts. Dedicated personnel conduct round-the-clock video surveillance to ensure workshops and teams prepare preventive measures in advance.
\nNew sea link drives China-Peru trade
\nThe "Chancay-Shanghai" shipping route handled 154,000 metric tons of import and export cargo valued at 3.97 billion yuan ($559.37 million) during the first three quarters of this year, fueling a 56.9 percent year-on-year surge in Shanghai's trade with Peru to 13.42 billion yuan, according to Shanghai Customs.
\n", + "content": "Precautions ensure safer rail transport
\nChinese railway operators have strengthened efforts to provide unimpeded rail transport during times of widespread rainfall. Since the start of autumn, Shanxi province has experienced multiple days of prolonged rainfall, with high cumulative precipitation and overlapping affected areas, leading to sustained flood prevention efforts. The Taiyuan High-speed Railway Engineering Section of China Railway Taiyuan Group has leveraged its integrated "defense, inspection, emergency rescue" flood control system, reinforcing anti-flood barriers. It has utilized its rain gauges and natural disaster monitoring systems, promptly reporting rainfall conditions and issuing cloud movement forecasts. Dedicated personnel conduct round-the-clock video surveillance to ensure workshops and teams prepare preventive measures in advance.
\nNew sea link drives China-Peru trade
\nThe "Chancay-Shanghai" shipping route handled 154,000 metric tons of import and export cargo valued at 3.97 billion yuan ($559.37 million) during the first three quarters of this year, fueling a 56.9 percent year-on-year surge in Shanghai's trade with Peru to 13.42 billion yuan, according to Shanghai Customs.
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A view of the booth of Momenta during an auto expo in Shanghai earlier this year.
\nAutonomous driving firm Momenta is stepping up its push to go global, as intelligent transportation solutions offered by Chinese companies turn pivotal for global automakers navigating the industry's shift toward smart driving, its chief executive said.
\nThrough deep collaborations with overseas automotive companies, Chinese smart driving companies are not only introducing advanced technologies to more countries and regions, but are also refining their offerings through localization and customized solutions, Cao Xudong, CEO of Momenta, said in an interview with China Daily.
\n"This global deployment allows Chinese firms to apply their technological advantages across diverse scenarios, simultaneously driving technological upgrades and standardization within the global automotive industry," Cao said.
\nMomenta stands as an example of this successful expansion. The company has demonstrated impressive growth in the number of vehicle models it has partnered on.
\nTo date, Momenta's intelligent driving solutions have been selected for over 160 vehicle models, partnering with many leading global automakers such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Toyota, Honda, Nissan and General Motors.
\n"It takes five to seven years to win the trust of major foreign carmakers," Cao said, referring to the stringent, multiphase validation process employed by multinational car companies. This process, encompassing technical module verification, prototype testing, and final mass production solution implementation, involves extremely rigorous standards, particularly for functional safety.
\nThis international recognition, Cao noted, is built upon years of honing their skills in the demanding domestic market. Successfully serving major local automakers like SAIC and GAC, while tackling China's complex road conditions and massive data streams, has provided a solid foundation for subsequently meeting international standards.
\nFeng Xingya, chairman of GAC, said: "Safety is the bottom line for auto enterprises, and this bottom line cannot be compromised. In the next three to five years, I believe we are likely to witness a tipping point for rapid growth in the development of autonomous and intelligent vehicles."
\nXin Guobin, vice-minister of industry and information technology, said at the 2025 World Intelligent Connected Vehicles Conference, which concluded in Beijing last week, that his ministry will formulate a new development plan for the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30), covering intelligent connected and new energy vehicles.
\n"We will support technological innovation, promote the deep integration of artificial intelligence and the automotive industry, and accelerate breakthroughs in next-generation architectures and high-performance chips," Xin said. "We will also push forward standard-setting for combined driver-assist and autonomous driving systems, improve vehicle production access and regulate market competition."
\nChina has already built a comprehensive ecosystem spanning smart cockpits, autonomous driving, and cloud connectivity, with more than 60 percent of new passenger cars now equipped with combined driver-assist functions.
\n"More efforts will be made to accelerate breakthroughs in high-level autonomous driving technologies," Xin said.
\nCompanies are moving fast in this direction.
\nMomenta, for instance, champions a mass production-oriented approach, diverging from traditional Robotaxi companies that rely on costly retrofitted vehicles, sensors, and computing power, Cao said.
\nAccording to him, this involves leveraging mass production sensors to gather vast amounts of data to identify high-level autonomous driving cases, and utilizing mass production chips to reduce the cost of large-scale deployment.
\nCao expressed confidence that Momenta holds a first-mover advantage and rapid scaling speed. "Among industry suppliers, we are likely to be the earliest enterprise to reach a scale of tens of millions of units."
\n", + "content": "A view of the booth of Momenta during an auto expo in Shanghai earlier this year.
\nAutonomous driving firm Momenta is stepping up its push to go global, as intelligent transportation solutions offered by Chinese companies turn pivotal for global automakers navigating the industry's shift toward smart driving, its chief executive said.
\nThrough deep collaborations with overseas automotive companies, Chinese smart driving companies are not only introducing advanced technologies to more countries and regions, but are also refining their offerings through localization and customized solutions, Cao Xudong, CEO of Momenta, said in an interview with China Daily.
\n"This global deployment allows Chinese firms to apply their technological advantages across diverse scenarios, simultaneously driving technological upgrades and standardization within the global automotive industry," Cao said.
\nMomenta stands as an example of this successful expansion. The company has demonstrated impressive growth in the number of vehicle models it has partnered on.
\nTo date, Momenta's intelligent driving solutions have been selected for over 160 vehicle models, partnering with many leading global automakers such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Toyota, Honda, Nissan and General Motors.
\n"It takes five to seven years to win the trust of major foreign carmakers," Cao said, referring to the stringent, multiphase validation process employed by multinational car companies. This process, encompassing technical module verification, prototype testing, and final mass production solution implementation, involves extremely rigorous standards, particularly for functional safety.
\nThis international recognition, Cao noted, is built upon years of honing their skills in the demanding domestic market. Successfully serving major local automakers like SAIC and GAC, while tackling China's complex road conditions and massive data streams, has provided a solid foundation for subsequently meeting international standards.
\nFeng Xingya, chairman of GAC, said: "Safety is the bottom line for auto enterprises, and this bottom line cannot be compromised. In the next three to five years, I believe we are likely to witness a tipping point for rapid growth in the development of autonomous and intelligent vehicles."
\nXin Guobin, vice-minister of industry and information technology, said at the 2025 World Intelligent Connected Vehicles Conference, which concluded in Beijing last week, that his ministry will formulate a new development plan for the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30), covering intelligent connected and new energy vehicles.
\n"We will support technological innovation, promote the deep integration of artificial intelligence and the automotive industry, and accelerate breakthroughs in next-generation architectures and high-performance chips," Xin said. "We will also push forward standard-setting for combined driver-assist and autonomous driving systems, improve vehicle production access and regulate market competition."
\nChina has already built a comprehensive ecosystem spanning smart cockpits, autonomous driving, and cloud connectivity, with more than 60 percent of new passenger cars now equipped with combined driver-assist functions.
\n"More efforts will be made to accelerate breakthroughs in high-level autonomous driving technologies," Xin said.
\nCompanies are moving fast in this direction.
\nMomenta, for instance, champions a mass production-oriented approach, diverging from traditional Robotaxi companies that rely on costly retrofitted vehicles, sensors, and computing power, Cao said.
\nAccording to him, this involves leveraging mass production sensors to gather vast amounts of data to identify high-level autonomous driving cases, and utilizing mass production chips to reduce the cost of large-scale deployment.
\nCao expressed confidence that Momenta holds a first-mover advantage and rapid scaling speed. "Among industry suppliers, we are likely to be the earliest enterprise to reach a scale of tens of millions of units."
\n", + "category": "", + "link": "https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/html5/2025-10/23/content_013_68f94a23ed50ccabe151b968.htm#013BUSINESS", + "creator": "", + "pubDate": "Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:21:04 +0000", + "enclosure": "", + "enclosureType": "", + "image": "", + "id": "", + "language": "", + "folder": "双语", + "feed": "ChinaDaily", + "read": false, + "favorite": false, + "created": false, + "tags": [], + "hash": "a3aa90fd73e24df95b23efdc53efb1f1", + "highlights": [] + }, + { + "title": "013BUSINESS - HK's ETP market hits new milestone", + "description": "Hong Kong's exchange-traded products (ETPs) market has experienced a breakthrough year, with surging daily turnover propelling it to among the top three in the world. Industry players expect continued momentum as the market deepens its connections with global capital through ongoing innovation and expanding cross-border investment.
\nThe local ETP market — including exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and leveraged and inverse products — has seen explosive growth this year, with the year-to-date average daily turnover hitting HK$37.8 billion ($4.86 billion) as of end-September, said Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX).This surge has helped the special administrative region overtake South Korea and Japan, making it the third-largest ETP market in the world by turnover.
\nData from HKEX also showed that the Hong Kong market reinforced its global leadership with a turnover velocity of 14.7, indicating that ETPs are traded more actively than in other markets.
\nBrian Roberts, the exchange's managing director and head of equities product development, on Tuesday said the total market value of assets under management in Hong Kong's ETF market has doubled over the past decade, growing from around HK$300 billion to HK$650 billion by 2025.
\n"Hong Kong's ETF market today is one of Asia's most diverse, with over 200 ETFs and leveraged and inverse products listed, from artificial intelligence to biotech," Roberts said at the HKEX ETF Summit.
\nHighlighting the market's continued product innovation and increasing diversity, as well as the city's stronger role as a cross-border investment gateway, he expects these driving forces will fuel even faster growth going forward.
\nJean-Francois Mesnard-Sense, HKEX's head of exchange-traded products, said one of the key drivers behind the strong growth this year is the rising popularity of tech-themed ETFs, which have played a major role in the uptick. Meanwhile, the robust inflows into eligible ETFs through the southbound leg of Stock Connect have also contributed significantly.
\nStock Connect is a mutual market access program linking HKEX with the Shanghai and Shenzhen exchanges. Currently, there are nearly 300 ETFs eligible for trading through the scheme, comprising 273 Chinese mainland-listed funds in the northbound channel and 17 Hong Kong-listed in the southbound channel.
\nLu Wenjun, deputy director of the international cooperation department of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, said the program can provide a more accessible and friendly environment for global investors, and at the same time enhance the appeal of the Asian market.
\nNoting that Hong Kong has served as a bridge between the mainland capital market and the rest of the world, Lu said the Shenzhen side will continue to deepen cooperation with the SAR, and further engage with global investors.
\nHong Kong has also enhanced financial ties with the Middle East in recent years. Last October, the SAB Invest Hang Seng Hong Kong ETF — a fund that tracks the performance of Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng Index — was listed on the Saudi Exchange, or Tadawul. This investment vehicle provides Saudi investors with a direct channel to Hong Kong's equity market, as well as to the broader mainland market.
\nRosita Lee, director and CEO of Hang Seng Investment Management, said the cooperation is a breakthrough and has provided convenient solutions for Middle Eastern investors who seek more exposure to the Chinese market.
\n"With this kind of collaboration, we can easily introduce and provide easy market access to local asset owners. And there's no need for them to trade in a different time zone," she said, adding that it also demonstrates Hong Kong's ability to introduce its investment stories overseas.
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\n", + "content": "Hong Kong's exchange-traded products (ETPs) market has experienced a breakthrough year, with surging daily turnover propelling it to among the top three in the world. Industry players expect continued momentum as the market deepens its connections with global capital through ongoing innovation and expanding cross-border investment.
\nThe local ETP market — including exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and leveraged and inverse products — has seen explosive growth this year, with the year-to-date average daily turnover hitting HK$37.8 billion ($4.86 billion) as of end-September, said Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX).This surge has helped the special administrative region overtake South Korea and Japan, making it the third-largest ETP market in the world by turnover.
\nData from HKEX also showed that the Hong Kong market reinforced its global leadership with a turnover velocity of 14.7, indicating that ETPs are traded more actively than in other markets.
\nBrian Roberts, the exchange's managing director and head of equities product development, on Tuesday said the total market value of assets under management in Hong Kong's ETF market has doubled over the past decade, growing from around HK$300 billion to HK$650 billion by 2025.
\n"Hong Kong's ETF market today is one of Asia's most diverse, with over 200 ETFs and leveraged and inverse products listed, from artificial intelligence to biotech," Roberts said at the HKEX ETF Summit.
\nHighlighting the market's continued product innovation and increasing diversity, as well as the city's stronger role as a cross-border investment gateway, he expects these driving forces will fuel even faster growth going forward.
\nJean-Francois Mesnard-Sense, HKEX's head of exchange-traded products, said one of the key drivers behind the strong growth this year is the rising popularity of tech-themed ETFs, which have played a major role in the uptick. Meanwhile, the robust inflows into eligible ETFs through the southbound leg of Stock Connect have also contributed significantly.
\nStock Connect is a mutual market access program linking HKEX with the Shanghai and Shenzhen exchanges. Currently, there are nearly 300 ETFs eligible for trading through the scheme, comprising 273 Chinese mainland-listed funds in the northbound channel and 17 Hong Kong-listed in the southbound channel.
\nLu Wenjun, deputy director of the international cooperation department of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, said the program can provide a more accessible and friendly environment for global investors, and at the same time enhance the appeal of the Asian market.
\nNoting that Hong Kong has served as a bridge between the mainland capital market and the rest of the world, Lu said the Shenzhen side will continue to deepen cooperation with the SAR, and further engage with global investors.
\nHong Kong has also enhanced financial ties with the Middle East in recent years. Last October, the SAB Invest Hang Seng Hong Kong ETF — a fund that tracks the performance of Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng Index — was listed on the Saudi Exchange, or Tadawul. This investment vehicle provides Saudi investors with a direct channel to Hong Kong's equity market, as well as to the broader mainland market.
\nRosita Lee, director and CEO of Hang Seng Investment Management, said the cooperation is a breakthrough and has provided convenient solutions for Middle Eastern investors who seek more exposure to the Chinese market.
\n"With this kind of collaboration, we can easily introduce and provide easy market access to local asset owners. And there's no need for them to trade in a different time zone," she said, adding that it also demonstrates Hong Kong's ability to introduce its investment stories overseas.
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\nThe Ministry of Industry and Information Technology recently convened a meeting on stabilizing growth in the cement industry, calling on suppliers to adhere to market-oriented and law-based principles while strictly prohibiting new capacity, regulating existing production and phasing out outdated facilities.
\nA key emphasis was placed on major producers taking the lead in implementing capacity replacement and compliance policies.
\nBy the end of 2025, all suppliers are required to formulate adjustment plans to align actual production with registered capacity — a move consistent with the work plan for stabilizing growth in the building materials industry (2025-26) issued in August.
\n"We will restructure existing capacity, accelerate the phaseout of inefficient production and increase the share of advanced capacity to achieve value-added growth through optimizing existing assets," said a representative from the strategic planning department of Beijing-based BBMG Corp, a major cement producer.
\n"The root cause of the cement sector's current difficulties lies in the long-standing problem of overcapacity, which has now been amplified by weaker market demand," said an expert from the China Building Materials Federation (CBMF). "Excessive clinker production beyond registered capacity has made it difficult to resolve this issue effectively."
\nIn response, authorities have called for real-time monitoring of clinker output to ensure that daily and annual production aligns with approved capacity levels. And the CBMF said it has completed a standard for cement clinker output monitoring and accounting, and will assist regulators in applying the standard to strengthen capacity management and improve the industry's ability to adjust supply and demand.
\nThrough rectifying overproduction and applying comprehensive standards in quality, environmental protection, energy efficiency and safety, China is expected to cut annual clinker capacity by more than 500 million metric tons, significantly easing the current imbalance in the sector, according to preliminary CBMF calculations.
\nThe federation also plans to establish an information disclosure and supervision platform for capacity management, incorporating mechanisms to combat monopolistic practices, dumping and counterfeit products.
\nCement demand has weakened sharply since 2021 due to declining property investment and a slowdown in infrastructure construction, resulting in a 23 percent drop in national cement output from 2021 to 2024, CBMF data showed.
\nAs one of China's major industrial carbon emitters, the cement sector is also expected to benefit from ongoing capacity governance.
\n"Improved production discipline will not only stabilize the cement market, but also accelerate carbon reduction and support China's dual-carbon goals on schedule," the CBMF expert said.
\nlijiaying@chinadaily.com.cn
\nChina is stepping up capacity management in the cement sector to address oversupply and stabilize sustainable growth, with moves intensified to align actual production with approved capacity levels and curb unregulated expansion.
\nThe Ministry of Industry and Information Technology recently convened a meeting on stabilizing growth in the cement industry, calling on suppliers to adhere to market-oriented and law-based principles while strictly prohibiting new capacity, regulating existing production and phasing out outdated facilities.
\nA key emphasis was placed on major producers taking the lead in implementing capacity replacement and compliance policies.
\nBy the end of 2025, all suppliers are required to formulate adjustment plans to align actual production with registered capacity — a move consistent with the work plan for stabilizing growth in the building materials industry (2025-26) issued in August.
\n"We will restructure existing capacity, accelerate the phaseout of inefficient production and increase the share of advanced capacity to achieve value-added growth through optimizing existing assets," said a representative from the strategic planning department of Beijing-based BBMG Corp, a major cement producer.
\n"The root cause of the cement sector's current difficulties lies in the long-standing problem of overcapacity, which has now been amplified by weaker market demand," said an expert from the China Building Materials Federation (CBMF). "Excessive clinker production beyond registered capacity has made it difficult to resolve this issue effectively."
\nIn response, authorities have called for real-time monitoring of clinker output to ensure that daily and annual production aligns with approved capacity levels. And the CBMF said it has completed a standard for cement clinker output monitoring and accounting, and will assist regulators in applying the standard to strengthen capacity management and improve the industry's ability to adjust supply and demand.
\nThrough rectifying overproduction and applying comprehensive standards in quality, environmental protection, energy efficiency and safety, China is expected to cut annual clinker capacity by more than 500 million metric tons, significantly easing the current imbalance in the sector, according to preliminary CBMF calculations.
\nThe federation also plans to establish an information disclosure and supervision platform for capacity management, incorporating mechanisms to combat monopolistic practices, dumping and counterfeit products.
\nCement demand has weakened sharply since 2021 due to declining property investment and a slowdown in infrastructure construction, resulting in a 23 percent drop in national cement output from 2021 to 2024, CBMF data showed.
\nAs one of China's major industrial carbon emitters, the cement sector is also expected to benefit from ongoing capacity governance.
\n"Improved production discipline will not only stabilize the cement market, but also accelerate carbon reduction and support China's dual-carbon goals on schedule," the CBMF expert said.
\nlijiaying@chinadaily.com.cn
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Visitors check out an offshore wind turbine model during a clean energy expo in Beijing on Monday.
\nChina's ambitious nationwide ultra-high voltage, or UHV, grid is fundamentally transforming the country's energy system, driving a significant acceleration in its transition toward cleaner power sources and reshaping how electricity is delivered across the nation, said industry experts.
\nThe ambitious nationwide UHV network, capable of transmitting electricity over vast distances with minimal loss, has become a linchpin in the country's strategy to move vast amounts of clean energy generated in its less populated western regions to the densely populated industrial hubs in the east, they say.
\n"China has been continuously strengthening its grid connection and transmission projects, which have significantly enhanced the ability to optimize renewable energy resources across wide areas," said Ye Xiaoning, a senior engineer at the new energy department of the State Grid Energy Research Institute.
\n"The country's sprawling UHV grid has fundamentally reshaped the country's energy landscape, facilitating the rapid integration of renewable power and electrifying key sectors from high-speed rail to electric vehicles."
\nUHV transmission lines refer to power transmission cables operating at voltages exceeding 800 kilovolts of direct current or 1,000 kV of alternating current.
\nCompared with traditional transmission lines, UHV lines not only increase transmission capacity and extend transmission distances, but also reduce transmission losses. This technology is crucial for connecting remote renewable energy sources in the west to demand centers in the east.
\nYe said China has invested heavily in UHV technology, establishing a global lead in its construction and operation.
\nThe grid not only boosts energy efficiency and reduces reliance on fossil fuels, but also enhances grid stability and reliability across the world's second-largest economy, he said.
\nThis is especially crucial amid the backdrop of rapid advances in China's vast EV fleet and its extensive high-speed rail network.
\nAccording to the institute, China had established 42 UHV transmission lines by the end of last year, creating a comprehensive and resilient grid backbone.
\nGrid operators, including State Grid Corp of China and China Southern Power Grid, have consistently bolstered projects for connecting and transmitting new energy, centralizing the rollout of numerous transmission initiatives both within and between provinces.
\nThe volume of power transferred across different regions and provinces across the country continues to expand, with interregional transmission increasing by 9 percent and interprovincial transmission by 7.1 percent compared to the previous year, it said.
\nState Grid, the nation's largest power grid operator, has been actively stepping up investment in the construction of UHV power transmission projects in recent years, enabling efficient long-distance transmission of massive amounts of power.
\nIt said earlier that it would invest a record of over 650 billion yuan ($91.26 billion) in the country's power grid this year, up from 600 billion yuan in 2024.
\nState Grid recently put into operation the plus-minus 800 kV Longdong-Shandong UHV DC line, with a total investment of 20.2 billion yuan.
\nIt is the first time that 1.05 million kW of energy storage capacity has been configured at the sending-end base, it said.
\nThe line will also drive the upgrade and innovation of electrical equipment manufacturing and related industries, advancing China's high-end equipment manufacturing and building a modern power industry system, said Zhang Zhigang, chairman of State Grid.
\nThe continuous expansion and technological refinement of the grid are central to China's long-term energy security and environmental objectives, setting a precedent for how large nations can manage a complex transition to a sustainable energy future, said industry experts.
\nChina, currently operating the world's most advanced power grid following massive investments and technological advances, has dramatically transformed its power grid security and reliability in recent years, said Zhou Xia, director-general of the center of power reliability management at the China Electricity Council.
\nChina's electricity system has undergone "leapfrog development", with power supply reliability across China reaching 99.92 percent last year, up 0.013 percentage point year-on-year and a significant rise from the early 1990s, when urban residents faced an average of 96.54 hours of power outages every year, she said.
\nzhengxin@chinadaily.com.cn
\nVisitors check out an offshore wind turbine model during a clean energy expo in Beijing on Monday.
\nChina's ambitious nationwide ultra-high voltage, or UHV, grid is fundamentally transforming the country's energy system, driving a significant acceleration in its transition toward cleaner power sources and reshaping how electricity is delivered across the nation, said industry experts.
\nThe ambitious nationwide UHV network, capable of transmitting electricity over vast distances with minimal loss, has become a linchpin in the country's strategy to move vast amounts of clean energy generated in its less populated western regions to the densely populated industrial hubs in the east, they say.
\n"China has been continuously strengthening its grid connection and transmission projects, which have significantly enhanced the ability to optimize renewable energy resources across wide areas," said Ye Xiaoning, a senior engineer at the new energy department of the State Grid Energy Research Institute.
\n"The country's sprawling UHV grid has fundamentally reshaped the country's energy landscape, facilitating the rapid integration of renewable power and electrifying key sectors from high-speed rail to electric vehicles."
\nUHV transmission lines refer to power transmission cables operating at voltages exceeding 800 kilovolts of direct current or 1,000 kV of alternating current.
\nCompared with traditional transmission lines, UHV lines not only increase transmission capacity and extend transmission distances, but also reduce transmission losses. This technology is crucial for connecting remote renewable energy sources in the west to demand centers in the east.
\nYe said China has invested heavily in UHV technology, establishing a global lead in its construction and operation.
\nThe grid not only boosts energy efficiency and reduces reliance on fossil fuels, but also enhances grid stability and reliability across the world's second-largest economy, he said.
\nThis is especially crucial amid the backdrop of rapid advances in China's vast EV fleet and its extensive high-speed rail network.
\nAccording to the institute, China had established 42 UHV transmission lines by the end of last year, creating a comprehensive and resilient grid backbone.
\nGrid operators, including State Grid Corp of China and China Southern Power Grid, have consistently bolstered projects for connecting and transmitting new energy, centralizing the rollout of numerous transmission initiatives both within and between provinces.
\nThe volume of power transferred across different regions and provinces across the country continues to expand, with interregional transmission increasing by 9 percent and interprovincial transmission by 7.1 percent compared to the previous year, it said.
\nState Grid, the nation's largest power grid operator, has been actively stepping up investment in the construction of UHV power transmission projects in recent years, enabling efficient long-distance transmission of massive amounts of power.
\nIt said earlier that it would invest a record of over 650 billion yuan ($91.26 billion) in the country's power grid this year, up from 600 billion yuan in 2024.
\nState Grid recently put into operation the plus-minus 800 kV Longdong-Shandong UHV DC line, with a total investment of 20.2 billion yuan.
\nIt is the first time that 1.05 million kW of energy storage capacity has been configured at the sending-end base, it said.
\nThe line will also drive the upgrade and innovation of electrical equipment manufacturing and related industries, advancing China's high-end equipment manufacturing and building a modern power industry system, said Zhang Zhigang, chairman of State Grid.
\nThe continuous expansion and technological refinement of the grid are central to China's long-term energy security and environmental objectives, setting a precedent for how large nations can manage a complex transition to a sustainable energy future, said industry experts.
\nChina, currently operating the world's most advanced power grid following massive investments and technological advances, has dramatically transformed its power grid security and reliability in recent years, said Zhou Xia, director-general of the center of power reliability management at the China Electricity Council.
\nChina's electricity system has undergone "leapfrog development", with power supply reliability across China reaching 99.92 percent last year, up 0.013 percentage point year-on-year and a significant rise from the early 1990s, when urban residents faced an average of 96.54 hours of power outages every year, she said.
\nzhengxin@chinadaily.com.cn
\nThe next decade will be a critical period for China's insurance and reinsurance industry to address existing gaps, making the acceleration of reinsurance development a fundamental logic and strategic choice for financial reform and development, officials and senior executives in the insurance industry said.
\nZhuang Qianzhi, Party head of China Reinsurance (Group) Corp, said that as the process of Chinese modernization accelerates, high-quality development is propelling China's economy toward a more advanced stage, creating unprecedented and multi-layered risk management demands across society.
\nIn the first half, China's property insurance industry recorded a premium growth rate of 4.2 percent year-on-year, slightly lower than the growth rate during the same period last year. However, under strict regulatory policies, the industry's combined cost ratio continued to improve, significantly enhancing underwriting profitability. Underwriting profits reached 26 billion yuan ($3.7 billion), marking a record high for the same period.
\nFor the first time, over half of the companies achieved underwriting profitability, signaling a trend toward high-quality development within the industry. The property reinsurance market has been experiencing steady growth in recent years, with ceded premiums exceeding 100 billion yuan for the first time in the first half of the year.
\nFurthermore, with climate change bringing up more challenges, the industry's exposure to catastrophic risks continued to grow. Risk accumulation has evolved into new forms, including industrial clustering and overlapping insured assets. Reinsurance losses remain elevated, prompting most reinsurance companies to maintain strict underwriting discipline.
\nTo meet the growing demands of the market, Zhuang emphasized the need for a more resilient and efficient financial risk management system, which must be firmly supported by a modern and high-level reinsurance system.
\nZhuang explained that catastrophes are natural or man-made disasters that cause significant losses to the economy and society, characterized by low frequency, high severity and geographical concentration. The key criterion for identifying catastrophes lies in the scale of losses, and internationally, events with losses exceeding $25 million are typically defined as catastrophic risk events.
\nHe highlighted that reinsurance companies, leveraging their capital, technology and global operations, play a critical role in dispersing and transferring risks, making them one of the primary channels for managing catastrophic risks.
\nZhuang made these remarks at the Shanghai International Reinsurance Conference. Under the theme of "Walking in Tandem, Talking to the Globe", the event, held in the Lin-gang Special Area of China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, gathered numerous reinsurance companies from both domestic and international markets.
\nQi Xiang, director-general of the National Financial Regulatory Administration's Shanghai bureau, pointed out that reinsurance institutions are not required to hold local licenses and can underwrite global risks offshore, underscoring their distinctive international operations.
\nCurrently, more than 3,300 global institutions are engaged in China's reinsurance business, with overseas entities accounting for 75 percent, Qi said.
\nShi De, director of the corporate business group at Ping An Property and Casualty Insurance, stated, "Looking at the development of China's insurance industry today, we see that globalization and internationalization are irreversible trends."
\nShi emphasized that today's reinsurance must not only cater to the "local characteristics" of the Chinese market but also possess the vision and capability to connect globally — by assuming international risks to integrate into the global network and ceding domestic risks to alleviate domestic pressure. Through this two-way interaction, the global resilience of China's insurance industry can be enhanced, Shi said.
\nIn February, the Commission on Comprehensively Deepening Reform of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, identified the construction of the Shanghai International Reinsurance Registration and Trading Center as a key breakthrough and lever for advancing Shanghai's development as an international financial center and enhancing the internationalization of financial markets. This further underscored its importance and clarified its development path, Qi added.
\nThe construction of the center is expected to benchmark against the highest international standards and best practices, focusing on serving the needs of both domestic and international institutions.
\nEfforts should be made to establish a regulatory and business environment policy system that aligns with these goals, Qi said. This includes differentiated solvency systems, credit evaluation and guarantee mechanisms, the introduction of internationally mature risk transfer products, facilitation of cross-border business income and investment, and streamlined processes for personnel entry and exit to conduct business. Qi stressed that this initiative aims to create a demonstration model for high-level financial sector openness in China.
\nrenqi@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", + "content": "The next decade will be a critical period for China's insurance and reinsurance industry to address existing gaps, making the acceleration of reinsurance development a fundamental logic and strategic choice for financial reform and development, officials and senior executives in the insurance industry said.
\nZhuang Qianzhi, Party head of China Reinsurance (Group) Corp, said that as the process of Chinese modernization accelerates, high-quality development is propelling China's economy toward a more advanced stage, creating unprecedented and multi-layered risk management demands across society.
\nIn the first half, China's property insurance industry recorded a premium growth rate of 4.2 percent year-on-year, slightly lower than the growth rate during the same period last year. However, under strict regulatory policies, the industry's combined cost ratio continued to improve, significantly enhancing underwriting profitability. Underwriting profits reached 26 billion yuan ($3.7 billion), marking a record high for the same period.
\nFor the first time, over half of the companies achieved underwriting profitability, signaling a trend toward high-quality development within the industry. The property reinsurance market has been experiencing steady growth in recent years, with ceded premiums exceeding 100 billion yuan for the first time in the first half of the year.
\nFurthermore, with climate change bringing up more challenges, the industry's exposure to catastrophic risks continued to grow. Risk accumulation has evolved into new forms, including industrial clustering and overlapping insured assets. Reinsurance losses remain elevated, prompting most reinsurance companies to maintain strict underwriting discipline.
\nTo meet the growing demands of the market, Zhuang emphasized the need for a more resilient and efficient financial risk management system, which must be firmly supported by a modern and high-level reinsurance system.
\nZhuang explained that catastrophes are natural or man-made disasters that cause significant losses to the economy and society, characterized by low frequency, high severity and geographical concentration. The key criterion for identifying catastrophes lies in the scale of losses, and internationally, events with losses exceeding $25 million are typically defined as catastrophic risk events.
\nHe highlighted that reinsurance companies, leveraging their capital, technology and global operations, play a critical role in dispersing and transferring risks, making them one of the primary channels for managing catastrophic risks.
\nZhuang made these remarks at the Shanghai International Reinsurance Conference. Under the theme of "Walking in Tandem, Talking to the Globe", the event, held in the Lin-gang Special Area of China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, gathered numerous reinsurance companies from both domestic and international markets.
\nQi Xiang, director-general of the National Financial Regulatory Administration's Shanghai bureau, pointed out that reinsurance institutions are not required to hold local licenses and can underwrite global risks offshore, underscoring their distinctive international operations.
\nCurrently, more than 3,300 global institutions are engaged in China's reinsurance business, with overseas entities accounting for 75 percent, Qi said.
\nShi De, director of the corporate business group at Ping An Property and Casualty Insurance, stated, "Looking at the development of China's insurance industry today, we see that globalization and internationalization are irreversible trends."
\nShi emphasized that today's reinsurance must not only cater to the "local characteristics" of the Chinese market but also possess the vision and capability to connect globally — by assuming international risks to integrate into the global network and ceding domestic risks to alleviate domestic pressure. Through this two-way interaction, the global resilience of China's insurance industry can be enhanced, Shi said.
\nIn February, the Commission on Comprehensively Deepening Reform of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, identified the construction of the Shanghai International Reinsurance Registration and Trading Center as a key breakthrough and lever for advancing Shanghai's development as an international financial center and enhancing the internationalization of financial markets. This further underscored its importance and clarified its development path, Qi added.
\nThe construction of the center is expected to benchmark against the highest international standards and best practices, focusing on serving the needs of both domestic and international institutions.
\nEfforts should be made to establish a regulatory and business environment policy system that aligns with these goals, Qi said. This includes differentiated solvency systems, credit evaluation and guarantee mechanisms, the introduction of internationally mature risk transfer products, facilitation of cross-border business income and investment, and streamlined processes for personnel entry and exit to conduct business. Qi stressed that this initiative aims to create a demonstration model for high-level financial sector openness in China.
\nrenqi@chinadaily.com.cn
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Visitors gather at Veolia's booth during an expo in Shanghai in April.
\nVeolia, a French transnational group focusing on the environment and resource management, is poised to leverage China's AI boom to scale up investment in innovative projects, its chief executive said, highlighting the country's rising global position as one of the most dynamic centers for green innovation.
\n"I don't see China only as just a market. I think China has probably become an engine for some specific innovations, which we can develop elsewhere," Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia, said in an exclusive interview with China Daily during her recent trip to Beijing.
\nCompared with her last visit to China in 2023, Brachlianoff said she has seen an acceleration of innovation and technologies in the country, with Veolia's operations here using artificial intelligence technology to save resources and produce green energy.
\n"This country is moving so fast …I can testify to the AI takeoff in China," Brachlianoff said.
\nShe gave the example of Shanghai's Pudong New Area where Veolia has applied generative AI to optimize the city's water distribution network and cut water leakage by about 10 percent.
\nBrachlianoff said Veolia already has hundreds of use cases involving generative AI in China, and she expects to see many more when she visits the country next time.
\n"The use cases need to be scaled up now," Brachlianoff said, adding that more investment is likely to be deployed in China for AI-related applications, as the group is strongly supportive of such projects in the country.
\nSuch a quick adoption of innovation has made China important for Veolia, not only because of its gigantic market size but also for its rising role as an innovation engine that can drive the group's green technology advances across the world.
\n"Veolia's business in China is leading some of our most innovative projects," Brachlianoff said. "Everything we're doing in carbon capture and utilization can be very much copied elsewhere in the world once we've developed the various pilots here in China."
\nChina's green technologies — from advanced batteries to clean energy generation — have also made remarkable progress, she said, as the country remains committed to its dual-carbon goals of peaking emissions before 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality before 2060.
\nLooking ahead, Brachlianoff said she is confident that in the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30), China will keep green development high on the agenda, creating more opportunities for Veolia in areas such as decarbonization and ecological restoration.
\nCalling China "a very key and important market" for Veolia, Brachlianoff said the country's green vision closely aligns with the company's GreenUp strategy, which focuses on decarbonization, depollution and resource regeneration.
\n"When I look at China's green development strategy, I see so much more we can do — for its cities, industries and people."
\nLast year, Veolia's solutions in China helped cut 496,160 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions. Meanwhile, a total of 68,517 tons of plastic were recycled via Veolia's operations in China.
\nEarlier this month, Veolia China signed a strategic cooperation agreement with a subsidiary of Shanghai International Port (Group) Co Ltd and Venex to build an end-to-end green methanol supply network. The partnership supports China's dual-carbon goals and aims to advance the port and shipping sector's low-carbon transition.
\nBrachlianoff also praised China's ongoing efforts to attract foreign investment and further open up its economy. "For us, the keyword is stability," she said. "We invest when the framework is clear for years. The other key factor is fair competition — letting the best win. That's exactly what happens in this country for the various sectors we participate in. "
\n"We've been in this country for over 30 years. We employ 8,000 people, we have over 450 projects, and will be in this country for really, really decades to come," she added.
\nzhoulanxv@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", + "content": "\nVisitors gather at Veolia's booth during an expo in Shanghai in April.
\nVeolia, a French transnational group focusing on the environment and resource management, is poised to leverage China's AI boom to scale up investment in innovative projects, its chief executive said, highlighting the country's rising global position as one of the most dynamic centers for green innovation.
\n"I don't see China only as just a market. I think China has probably become an engine for some specific innovations, which we can develop elsewhere," Estelle Brachlianoff, CEO of Veolia, said in an exclusive interview with China Daily during her recent trip to Beijing.
\nCompared with her last visit to China in 2023, Brachlianoff said she has seen an acceleration of innovation and technologies in the country, with Veolia's operations here using artificial intelligence technology to save resources and produce green energy.
\n"This country is moving so fast …I can testify to the AI takeoff in China," Brachlianoff said.
\nShe gave the example of Shanghai's Pudong New Area where Veolia has applied generative AI to optimize the city's water distribution network and cut water leakage by about 10 percent.
\nBrachlianoff said Veolia already has hundreds of use cases involving generative AI in China, and she expects to see many more when she visits the country next time.
\n"The use cases need to be scaled up now," Brachlianoff said, adding that more investment is likely to be deployed in China for AI-related applications, as the group is strongly supportive of such projects in the country.
\nSuch a quick adoption of innovation has made China important for Veolia, not only because of its gigantic market size but also for its rising role as an innovation engine that can drive the group's green technology advances across the world.
\n"Veolia's business in China is leading some of our most innovative projects," Brachlianoff said. "Everything we're doing in carbon capture and utilization can be very much copied elsewhere in the world once we've developed the various pilots here in China."
\nChina's green technologies — from advanced batteries to clean energy generation — have also made remarkable progress, she said, as the country remains committed to its dual-carbon goals of peaking emissions before 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality before 2060.
\nLooking ahead, Brachlianoff said she is confident that in the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30), China will keep green development high on the agenda, creating more opportunities for Veolia in areas such as decarbonization and ecological restoration.
\nCalling China "a very key and important market" for Veolia, Brachlianoff said the country's green vision closely aligns with the company's GreenUp strategy, which focuses on decarbonization, depollution and resource regeneration.
\n"When I look at China's green development strategy, I see so much more we can do — for its cities, industries and people."
\nLast year, Veolia's solutions in China helped cut 496,160 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions. Meanwhile, a total of 68,517 tons of plastic were recycled via Veolia's operations in China.
\nEarlier this month, Veolia China signed a strategic cooperation agreement with a subsidiary of Shanghai International Port (Group) Co Ltd and Venex to build an end-to-end green methanol supply network. The partnership supports China's dual-carbon goals and aims to advance the port and shipping sector's low-carbon transition.
\nBrachlianoff also praised China's ongoing efforts to attract foreign investment and further open up its economy. "For us, the keyword is stability," she said. "We invest when the framework is clear for years. The other key factor is fair competition — letting the best win. That's exactly what happens in this country for the various sectors we participate in. "
\n"We've been in this country for over 30 years. We employ 8,000 people, we have over 450 projects, and will be in this country for really, really decades to come," she added.
\nzhoulanxv@chinadaily.com.cn
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A visitor checks out an advanced cooling product at Hisense's exhibition stand during the China Refrigeration Expo in Shanghai on April 29.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/015/20251023_015_01_32552.png\")
A worker checks TCL's air conditioning production line at an intelligent manufacturing industrial park in Wuhan, Hubei province, on April 9, 2024.
\nSmart air conditioners that can automatically adjust room temperature and artificial intelligence-powered televisions capable of broadcasting health information are increasingly penetrating into people's daily lives and becoming emotional companions for senior citizens in China.
\nAs China's silver economy is witnessing robust growth, leading Chinese home appliance makers are stepping up efforts to launch products suitable for seniors — a demographic that has shown increasing demand for diversified, easy-to-use and health-oriented household appliances.
\nExperts said AI technologies are increasingly integrated into senior-friendly home appliances. With features such as intelligent voice interaction and health monitoring having been introduced, it will be more convenient for seniors to use these intelligent and innovative products, creating new consumption growth drivers.
\nChinese home appliance giant Haier Group has developed AI-driven rehabilitation robots, which can provide personalized rehab plans based on the physical conditions of the elderly.
\nIts AI-powered TVs featuring an eye protection function can dynamically enhance image contrast, allowing elderly to see TV programs more clearly and comfortably. These products are equipped with medical large models to provide online consultation services, and can also automatically generate monthly health reports and send them to the smartphones of users.
\nHaier has rolled out toilets designed for seniors who have mobility issues, as well as showers and bathrooms with constant temperature control systems and voice recognition functionality.
\nHisense Group has launched TVs integrating medical-level vision protection technology that aligns with the viewing habits and preferences of the elderly. Seniors can play games, engage in physical exercise, make purchases online and have video chats with their friends and family members via the intelligent TVs.
\nIts air conditioners combine the multiple functions of an air purifier, disinfection machine, dehumidifier, and humidity controller to provide a comprehensive solution for indoor air quality. In addition, elderly users can easily control air conditioners through simple voice commands through the advanced AI voice control system that can recognize dialects in different regions.
\nThe company is also collaborating with top-tier hospitals across the nation to develop healthcare management platforms to monitor the health conditions of senior citizens.
\nSichuan Changhong Electronics Holding Group Co Ltd has developed a smart eldercare system, enabling interconnections of home appliances, medical devices and security systems, and its AI-powered TV sets can understand the needs of seniors and remind them to take medications on time.
\nData from Beijing-based market consultancy All View Cloud showed that the scale of China's senior-friendly home appliance market will exceed 100 billion yuan ($14.01 billion) in 2025 and is expected to reach 1 trillion yuan in 2030.
\nAccording to the Ministry of Civil Affairs, China's elderly population is projected to grow by more than 10 million annually over the next decade. By 2035, the silver economy is expected to account for 9 percent of China's GDP.
\nChina's silver economy is expected to grow from 7 trillion yuan in 2024 to 30 trillion yuan in 2035, said the China Research Center on Aging. However, the elderly care products and services currently available in the market are not practical enough for senior citizens.
\nThe country has released a guideline aimed at building a solid service system for the elderly by 2029, as part of a broader push to address the challenges of an aging population and improve the quality of life for seniors. The guideline said that services will be better matched with the needs of seniors by 2035.
\nAccording to the guideline, the central authorities encourage companies to develop and promote products for the elderly — either high-tech electrical appliances or tourism products — and enrich services for them, aiming for a prosperous silver economy.
\nIn addition, the country will channel resources and investment into technological programs for elderly care services, such as humanoid robots and AI.
\nJiang Feng, executive director of the China Household Electrical Appliances Association, said eyeing the immense business opportunities from China's silver economy and a rapidly aging population, major home appliance makers are pouring more resources into research and development and bolstering technological innovation of senior-friendly products, so as to satisfy the diversified demands of the expanding demographic.
\nJiang said traditional home appliance products are highly homogenized, while the niche market targeting seniors is still in its initial stages, which will create immense business opportunities for home appliance companies. She highlighted that new-generation information technologies, such as 5G, AI and big data, are becoming increasingly integrated with elderly care products.
\n"Currently, most home appliance products are designed for ordinary consumers, without giving sufficient consideration to the needs of special user groups such as the elderly," said Guo Lizhen, a senior engineer of the China Household Electric Appliance Research Institute.
\nShe noted that as China's aging population is rising rapidly, it is essential that product design and standards formulation should fully take into account the needs of the elderly, thus leading to the emergence of elderly friendly goods.
\nNowadays, smart home appliances boast diverse functions, such as remote app control, voice interaction and touch screens, Guo said, emphasizing that no matter how advanced technologies have been deployed, elderly friendly appliances should give top priority to safety, followed by accessibility. Other factors like reliability and convenience should also be carefully considered.
\nShe called for efforts to establish technical guidelines for the design, development and testing of the elderly friendly appliances and smart systems. The move will help break down barriers across different appliance brands, expand the effective supply of such products, and better meet the unique needs of elderly users, she added.
\n"With the help of AI, senior-friendly home appliances are creating safer, more comfortable and smarter home environments for silver-haired residents," said Liang Zhenpeng, an independent consumer electronics analyst.
\nLiang noted that as the elderly have increasing willingness and ability to consume products and services, household appliances should cater to their fundamental needs, while home appliance makers need to further expand application scenarios, striking a balance between technological iteration and user education.
\nChina's smart home industry is developing by leaps and bounds, fueled by advances in cutting-edge technologies represented by AI, Liang said, adding that the integration of AI models with terminal devices and household appliances will create new growth drivers for the global consumer electronics industry, and advance the intelligent transformation of the traditional home appliances sector.
\nIn order to meet the older generation's personalized needs and rising willingness and ability to spend on high-quality goods, he stressed the need to establish standards for senior-oriented home appliances and launch more intelligent home products containing innovative technologies, such as nursing and housekeeping robots for senior citizens.
\nTo better cope with the aging population, the State Administration for Market Regulation has formulated and released a series of national standards for senior-friendly home appliances in recent years, including product operation methods, function settings, human-machine interaction interfaces and product safety.
\nExperts said these targeted measures basically establish the foundational framework of a national standard system for elderly friendly home appliances and intelligent systems.
\n"Younger consumers pay more attention to the abundant functionalities and personalized and customized products, while elderly users prefer simpler and more intuitive interfaces and function designs of household appliances, attaching great importance to the safety and convenience of such products," said Guo Jinyong, who is in charge of the smart home experience center at China's leading home furnishings retailer Easyhome.
\nIn addition, seniors have a stronger need for health management features, such as health monitoring, smart reminders and emergency assistance. They also tend to buy products that can offer tailor-made health services in accordance with their physical conditions, Guo added.
\nZhang Subing, chief expert at the China Electronics Standardization Institute, said more efforts should be made to establish comprehensive solutions covering demands, technology and application scenarios of household appliances for the elderly.
\nIt is of vital importance to strengthen technological innovation, improve product design and enhance after-sales support for the elderly, with a key focus on integrating more AI-powered and health-oriented functions into intelligent terminal devices, he added.
\nfanfeifei@chinadaily.com.cn
\nA visitor checks out an advanced cooling product at Hisense's exhibition stand during the China Refrigeration Expo in Shanghai on April 29.
\nA worker checks TCL's air conditioning production line at an intelligent manufacturing industrial park in Wuhan, Hubei province, on April 9, 2024.
\nSmart air conditioners that can automatically adjust room temperature and artificial intelligence-powered televisions capable of broadcasting health information are increasingly penetrating into people's daily lives and becoming emotional companions for senior citizens in China.
\nAs China's silver economy is witnessing robust growth, leading Chinese home appliance makers are stepping up efforts to launch products suitable for seniors — a demographic that has shown increasing demand for diversified, easy-to-use and health-oriented household appliances.
\nExperts said AI technologies are increasingly integrated into senior-friendly home appliances. With features such as intelligent voice interaction and health monitoring having been introduced, it will be more convenient for seniors to use these intelligent and innovative products, creating new consumption growth drivers.
\nChinese home appliance giant Haier Group has developed AI-driven rehabilitation robots, which can provide personalized rehab plans based on the physical conditions of the elderly.
\nIts AI-powered TVs featuring an eye protection function can dynamically enhance image contrast, allowing elderly to see TV programs more clearly and comfortably. These products are equipped with medical large models to provide online consultation services, and can also automatically generate monthly health reports and send them to the smartphones of users.
\nHaier has rolled out toilets designed for seniors who have mobility issues, as well as showers and bathrooms with constant temperature control systems and voice recognition functionality.
\nHisense Group has launched TVs integrating medical-level vision protection technology that aligns with the viewing habits and preferences of the elderly. Seniors can play games, engage in physical exercise, make purchases online and have video chats with their friends and family members via the intelligent TVs.
\nIts air conditioners combine the multiple functions of an air purifier, disinfection machine, dehumidifier, and humidity controller to provide a comprehensive solution for indoor air quality. In addition, elderly users can easily control air conditioners through simple voice commands through the advanced AI voice control system that can recognize dialects in different regions.
\nThe company is also collaborating with top-tier hospitals across the nation to develop healthcare management platforms to monitor the health conditions of senior citizens.
\nSichuan Changhong Electronics Holding Group Co Ltd has developed a smart eldercare system, enabling interconnections of home appliances, medical devices and security systems, and its AI-powered TV sets can understand the needs of seniors and remind them to take medications on time.
\nData from Beijing-based market consultancy All View Cloud showed that the scale of China's senior-friendly home appliance market will exceed 100 billion yuan ($14.01 billion) in 2025 and is expected to reach 1 trillion yuan in 2030.
\nAccording to the Ministry of Civil Affairs, China's elderly population is projected to grow by more than 10 million annually over the next decade. By 2035, the silver economy is expected to account for 9 percent of China's GDP.
\nChina's silver economy is expected to grow from 7 trillion yuan in 2024 to 30 trillion yuan in 2035, said the China Research Center on Aging. However, the elderly care products and services currently available in the market are not practical enough for senior citizens.
\nThe country has released a guideline aimed at building a solid service system for the elderly by 2029, as part of a broader push to address the challenges of an aging population and improve the quality of life for seniors. The guideline said that services will be better matched with the needs of seniors by 2035.
\nAccording to the guideline, the central authorities encourage companies to develop and promote products for the elderly — either high-tech electrical appliances or tourism products — and enrich services for them, aiming for a prosperous silver economy.
\nIn addition, the country will channel resources and investment into technological programs for elderly care services, such as humanoid robots and AI.
\nJiang Feng, executive director of the China Household Electrical Appliances Association, said eyeing the immense business opportunities from China's silver economy and a rapidly aging population, major home appliance makers are pouring more resources into research and development and bolstering technological innovation of senior-friendly products, so as to satisfy the diversified demands of the expanding demographic.
\nJiang said traditional home appliance products are highly homogenized, while the niche market targeting seniors is still in its initial stages, which will create immense business opportunities for home appliance companies. She highlighted that new-generation information technologies, such as 5G, AI and big data, are becoming increasingly integrated with elderly care products.
\n"Currently, most home appliance products are designed for ordinary consumers, without giving sufficient consideration to the needs of special user groups such as the elderly," said Guo Lizhen, a senior engineer of the China Household Electric Appliance Research Institute.
\nShe noted that as China's aging population is rising rapidly, it is essential that product design and standards formulation should fully take into account the needs of the elderly, thus leading to the emergence of elderly friendly goods.
\nNowadays, smart home appliances boast diverse functions, such as remote app control, voice interaction and touch screens, Guo said, emphasizing that no matter how advanced technologies have been deployed, elderly friendly appliances should give top priority to safety, followed by accessibility. Other factors like reliability and convenience should also be carefully considered.
\nShe called for efforts to establish technical guidelines for the design, development and testing of the elderly friendly appliances and smart systems. The move will help break down barriers across different appliance brands, expand the effective supply of such products, and better meet the unique needs of elderly users, she added.
\n"With the help of AI, senior-friendly home appliances are creating safer, more comfortable and smarter home environments for silver-haired residents," said Liang Zhenpeng, an independent consumer electronics analyst.
\nLiang noted that as the elderly have increasing willingness and ability to consume products and services, household appliances should cater to their fundamental needs, while home appliance makers need to further expand application scenarios, striking a balance between technological iteration and user education.
\nChina's smart home industry is developing by leaps and bounds, fueled by advances in cutting-edge technologies represented by AI, Liang said, adding that the integration of AI models with terminal devices and household appliances will create new growth drivers for the global consumer electronics industry, and advance the intelligent transformation of the traditional home appliances sector.
\nIn order to meet the older generation's personalized needs and rising willingness and ability to spend on high-quality goods, he stressed the need to establish standards for senior-oriented home appliances and launch more intelligent home products containing innovative technologies, such as nursing and housekeeping robots for senior citizens.
\nTo better cope with the aging population, the State Administration for Market Regulation has formulated and released a series of national standards for senior-friendly home appliances in recent years, including product operation methods, function settings, human-machine interaction interfaces and product safety.
\nExperts said these targeted measures basically establish the foundational framework of a national standard system for elderly friendly home appliances and intelligent systems.
\n"Younger consumers pay more attention to the abundant functionalities and personalized and customized products, while elderly users prefer simpler and more intuitive interfaces and function designs of household appliances, attaching great importance to the safety and convenience of such products," said Guo Jinyong, who is in charge of the smart home experience center at China's leading home furnishings retailer Easyhome.
\nIn addition, seniors have a stronger need for health management features, such as health monitoring, smart reminders and emergency assistance. They also tend to buy products that can offer tailor-made health services in accordance with their physical conditions, Guo added.
\nZhang Subing, chief expert at the China Electronics Standardization Institute, said more efforts should be made to establish comprehensive solutions covering demands, technology and application scenarios of household appliances for the elderly.
\nIt is of vital importance to strengthen technological innovation, improve product design and enhance after-sales support for the elderly, with a key focus on integrating more AI-powered and health-oriented functions into intelligent terminal devices, he added.
\nfanfeifei@chinadaily.com.cn
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/015/20251023_015_02_21552.png\")
An employee of Dreame Technology showcases a vacuum cleaner during the 58th Home China Expo in Shanghai on March 16.
\nChinese smart home appliance maker Dreame Technology is stepping up efforts to expand its global presence, pouring significant investment into research and development and driving technological innovation based on user demand.
\nYu Hao, founder and CEO of Dreame Technology, highlighted the importance of strengthening investment in supply chain infrastructure, developing independent production capabilities across the entire industrial chain and establishing a global retail network.
\nHe said the company's revenue has grown at a compound annual rate surpassing 100 percent over the past few years, and it plans to further expand its presence in overseas markets and attract top talent from around the world.
\nThe company is intensifying its localization strategy by introducing customized products designed to suit the usage habits and application scenarios of consumers in various countries.
\nMeanwhile, it has expanded both its online and offline sales channels, such as emerging e-commerce platforms, and adopted differentiated marketing strategies, Yu added.
\nThe company's products are now available in more than 100 countries and regions, including Europe, North America, Southeast Asia, East Asia, the Middle East, Africa and South America, with international sales contributing 65 percent of total revenue in 2024.
\nIts global sales of robotic vacuum cleaners and floor-cleaning machines increased by 178 percent and 100 percent year-on-year, respectively, from January to May, ranking first in 18 countries and regions around the world.
\nIn the first half of 2024, its gross merchandise value in Southeast Asia jumped by more than 150 percent year-on-year, while sales in Japan, South Korea and Australia soared 292 percent year-on-year during the same period.
\nMoreover, as of end-June, Dreame had filed 6,379 patent applications worldwide, with 3,155 patents granted. Invention patents accounted for 45 percent of the total.
\n"China's cleaning appliances sector is projected to experience rapid growth driven by technological advancements, continuous product innovation, and the gradual unlocking of immense consumer demand in smaller cities," said Zhao Meimei, assistant president of Beijing-based market consultancy All View Cloud, which specializes in home appliances.
\nIt is vital for Chinese household appliance makers to seek overseas expansion for new profit growth points and long-term development as the domestic market approaches saturation, Zhao said.
\nDeveloping a robust global industrial chain and strengthening operational capabilities abroad will enable Chinese companies to better leverage international resources and enhance management efficiency, she added.
\nZhao also emphasized China's growing influence in global manufacturing, noting that the country is now the world's largest manufacturing hub with a fully developed industrial chain.
\n"Globalization presents both opportunities and challenges for Chinese home appliance manufacturers," she said, highlighting that it will ultimately drive the sector toward high-quality transformation and upgrading.
\nA report from All View Cloud revealed that the penetration rates of robotic vacuum cleaners and floor-cleaning machines in China have reached 5.5 percent and 3.1 percent, respectively.
\nBoosted by China's consumer goods trade-in program, online sales of robotic vacuum cleaners surged 45.5 percent year-on-year in the first half, reflecting consumers' growing interest in robotic vacuum cleaners and sweeping robots, the consultancy said.
\nAccording to the report, Chinese-made robotic vacuum cleaners are becoming increasingly popular among overseas buyers, particularly in Germany, the United States, Japan and Australia.
\nAccording to market consultancy IDC, global shipments of smart home cleaning robots are expected to reach 32.1 million units in 2025, representing a 28.2 percent year-on-year increase. The compound annual growth rate is projected to hit 26 percent by 2028.
\nChen Hui, general manager of AVC Revo, said since the start of trade tensions between China and the United States, Chinese home appliance manufacturers have been expanding their overseas production capacity and optimizing their global presence to offset the impact of tariff barriers and lower operational costs.
\nHe added that setting up global R&D centers will enable Chinese companies to strengthen their innovation capabilities, master cutting-edge technologies and gain greater influence amid intensifying international competition.
\nLiang Zhenpeng, an independent consumer electronics analyst, said overseas consumers are increasingly seeking diverse, personalized and customized Chinese-made home appliances, showing strong interest in intelligent and highquality products.
\nHe emphasized that Chinese home appliance companies should prioritize R&D, invest more in technological innovation and enhance product features to meet the diversified demands of international buyers.
\n", + "content": "An employee of Dreame Technology showcases a vacuum cleaner during the 58th Home China Expo in Shanghai on March 16.
\nChinese smart home appliance maker Dreame Technology is stepping up efforts to expand its global presence, pouring significant investment into research and development and driving technological innovation based on user demand.
\nYu Hao, founder and CEO of Dreame Technology, highlighted the importance of strengthening investment in supply chain infrastructure, developing independent production capabilities across the entire industrial chain and establishing a global retail network.
\nHe said the company's revenue has grown at a compound annual rate surpassing 100 percent over the past few years, and it plans to further expand its presence in overseas markets and attract top talent from around the world.
\nThe company is intensifying its localization strategy by introducing customized products designed to suit the usage habits and application scenarios of consumers in various countries.
\nMeanwhile, it has expanded both its online and offline sales channels, such as emerging e-commerce platforms, and adopted differentiated marketing strategies, Yu added.
\nThe company's products are now available in more than 100 countries and regions, including Europe, North America, Southeast Asia, East Asia, the Middle East, Africa and South America, with international sales contributing 65 percent of total revenue in 2024.
\nIts global sales of robotic vacuum cleaners and floor-cleaning machines increased by 178 percent and 100 percent year-on-year, respectively, from January to May, ranking first in 18 countries and regions around the world.
\nIn the first half of 2024, its gross merchandise value in Southeast Asia jumped by more than 150 percent year-on-year, while sales in Japan, South Korea and Australia soared 292 percent year-on-year during the same period.
\nMoreover, as of end-June, Dreame had filed 6,379 patent applications worldwide, with 3,155 patents granted. Invention patents accounted for 45 percent of the total.
\n"China's cleaning appliances sector is projected to experience rapid growth driven by technological advancements, continuous product innovation, and the gradual unlocking of immense consumer demand in smaller cities," said Zhao Meimei, assistant president of Beijing-based market consultancy All View Cloud, which specializes in home appliances.
\nIt is vital for Chinese household appliance makers to seek overseas expansion for new profit growth points and long-term development as the domestic market approaches saturation, Zhao said.
\nDeveloping a robust global industrial chain and strengthening operational capabilities abroad will enable Chinese companies to better leverage international resources and enhance management efficiency, she added.
\nZhao also emphasized China's growing influence in global manufacturing, noting that the country is now the world's largest manufacturing hub with a fully developed industrial chain.
\n"Globalization presents both opportunities and challenges for Chinese home appliance manufacturers," she said, highlighting that it will ultimately drive the sector toward high-quality transformation and upgrading.
\nA report from All View Cloud revealed that the penetration rates of robotic vacuum cleaners and floor-cleaning machines in China have reached 5.5 percent and 3.1 percent, respectively.
\nBoosted by China's consumer goods trade-in program, online sales of robotic vacuum cleaners surged 45.5 percent year-on-year in the first half, reflecting consumers' growing interest in robotic vacuum cleaners and sweeping robots, the consultancy said.
\nAccording to the report, Chinese-made robotic vacuum cleaners are becoming increasingly popular among overseas buyers, particularly in Germany, the United States, Japan and Australia.
\nAccording to market consultancy IDC, global shipments of smart home cleaning robots are expected to reach 32.1 million units in 2025, representing a 28.2 percent year-on-year increase. The compound annual growth rate is projected to hit 26 percent by 2028.
\nChen Hui, general manager of AVC Revo, said since the start of trade tensions between China and the United States, Chinese home appliance manufacturers have been expanding their overseas production capacity and optimizing their global presence to offset the impact of tariff barriers and lower operational costs.
\nHe added that setting up global R&D centers will enable Chinese companies to strengthen their innovation capabilities, master cutting-edge technologies and gain greater influence amid intensifying international competition.
\nLiang Zhenpeng, an independent consumer electronics analyst, said overseas consumers are increasingly seeking diverse, personalized and customized Chinese-made home appliances, showing strong interest in intelligent and highquality products.
\nHe emphasized that Chinese home appliance companies should prioritize R&D, invest more in technological innovation and enhance product features to meet the diversified demands of international buyers.
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Delicacies inspired by depictions in the Chinese novel Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of Cao Yin, the grandfather of the novel's author, Cao Xueqin. From left to right are, respectively: reeves shad fish, fried rice wrapped in a lotus leaf, Chinese yam cake, and a steamed bun wrapped in tofu skin.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/017/20251023_017_01_37115.png\")
Delicacies inspired by depictions in the Chinese novel Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of Cao Yin, the grandfather of the novel's author, Cao Xueqin. From left to right are, respectively: reeves shad fish, fried rice wrapped in a lotus leaf, Chinese yam cake, and a steamed bun wrapped in tofu skin.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/017/20251023_017_01_39115.png\")
Delicacies inspired by depictions in the Chinese novel Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of Cao Yin, the grandfather of the novel's author, Cao Xueqin. From left to right are, respectively: reeves shad fish, fried rice wrapped in a lotus leaf, Chinese yam cake, and a steamed bun wrapped in tofu skin.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/017/20251023_017_01_41115.png\")
Delicacies inspired by depictions in the Chinese novel Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of Cao Yin, the grandfather of the novel's author, Cao Xueqin. From left to right are, respectively: reeves shad fish, fried rice wrapped in a lotus leaf, Chinese yam cake, and a steamed bun wrapped in tofu skin.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/017/20251023_017_01_51115.png\")
A dancer performs to a live pipa (a four-stringed Chinese lute) melody, enriching the cultural atmosphere of the banquet full of delicacies inspired by Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of the Cao family.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/017/20251023_017_01_42115.png\")
Lu Ran, a food historian and cultural scholar, shares his ideas on how to re-create delicacies from the Chinese classic.
\nFor diehard fans of the household classic Dream of the Red Chamber, the lavish world of the Jia family offers more than just drama — it stirs culinary curiosity. Among the many delicacies described by novelist Cao Xueqin (1715-63), one stands out: qiexiang, a refined, preserved eggplant relish.
\nIn the 41st of its 100 chapters, the sharp-witted noblewoman Wang Xifeng offers some qiexiang to Liu Laolao (granny), a poor, distant, elderly relative from the countryside.
\nWang's description is both vivid and daunting: "Peel fresh eggplants, dice the flesh, and fry in chicken fat. Add finely chopped chicken breast, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, truffles, spiced tofu, and dried fruits. Simmer in chicken broth until dry, season with sesame and pickled sauce, then seal in a porcelain jar. To serve, mix with stir-fried diced chicken."
\nLiu is astounded and sticks out her tongue. "Heavens, it must take a dozen chickens just to make this — no wonder it tastes so extraordinary!"
\nYet, it is precisely this extravagance that has made readers crave qiexiang. Recently, the dish was brought to life by food historian and cultural scholar Lu Ran as part of the Ideas project, an initiative launched by Tencent News to help aspiring individuals bring their good ideas to fruition.
\nLu first conceived the idea of re-creating the delicacies from the classic novel in 2019 while working on a research program about the seasonal food traditions of the Cao family. The family's rise began with the author's great-grandfather, Cao Xi, and peaked with his grandfather, Cao Yin, whose mother served as the wet nurse of Emperor Kangxi during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) and who was a study companion to the emperor.
\nSurprisingly, one of Lu's most important reference texts is not the novel itself, but Lian Ting Ji, a collection of Cao Yin's literary works, including 730 poems and 23 essays, some of which offer glimpses into his personal life, social circles, and culinary tastes.
\n"Cao Yin was a close childhood friend of Kangxi. As the emperor's study companion in the palace, he received a rigorous literary education. That training allowed him to capture the nuances of fine food in his poetry," Lu explains to China Daily.
\nA known bibliophile, Cao Yin befriended many scholars and copied valuable texts from their collections. Among them were the culinary techniques from earlier dynasties, which he compiled into a book titled Ju Chang Yin Zhuan Lu. It preserved the ancient recipes and cooking methods for various dishes, such as porridges, rock candies, preserved meats, and fermented fish.
\nBeginning with the death of his grandfather and followed by that of his father, Cao Xueqin's family fell from grace. This was caused by Emperor Yongzheng, Kangxi's successor, who confiscated the family's property due to complicated reasons involving corruption and their closeness to his former political rivals.
\nWhen misfortune struck, Cao Xueqin was just 13 years old. Around seven years later, he began writing Dream of the Red Chamber.
\nWhen Lu delved into the history of the Cao family and attempted to re-create the delicacies described in the novel, he discovered an intriguing fact — the dishes cooked according to Cao Xueqin's instructions did not turn out very well, nor did they taste good.
\n"After all, Cao Xueqin was the young master of the Cao family, not its chef. The eggplant relish that Granny Liu enjoyed was a literary embellishment by Cao Xueqin. If one were to strictly follow the description in the book, the flavors would fail to penetrate the eggplant, and the result would likely be bland and unappetizing," explains Lu.
\nYet, this is also the most meticulously described dish in the novel, which has "misled" the fans who attempt to re-create it.
\nLu's approach was more academic. He discovered a recipe collection created during the era of Emperor Qianlong, grandson of Kangxi, which contains instructions for making eggplant relish. Although the method differed from the description in Cao Xueqin's novel, the taste was much better.
\nBy cross-referencing historical texts with the help of a renowned Hangzhou chef, in Zhejiang province, Lu and his team from Tencent News' Ideas program successfully re-created nine dishes, debuting them at a late-September banquet in the Unique Dream of Red Mansion theatrical complex in Langfang, Hebei province. A dancer wearing ancient Chinese attire performed a graceful routine to a live pipa (four-stringed Chinese lute) melody, enriching the cultural atmosphere of the banquet.
\nThe recreated dishes are mostly sourced from pivotal or cozy scenes from the novel. For example, the protagonist, Jia Baoyu, craves one dish while recuperating from a severe beating by his father — a delicate soup made of water shield and lotus leaf-shaped dough slices simmered in chicken broth. Another was a simple snack he was longing for during a conversation with his maid, Qingwen — steamed buns wrapped in tofu skin. The menu also features a hearty dish of ham-stewed pork hock, given by the character of Wang to her husband Jia Lian's wet nurse.
\nThere is one dish, however, that is unrelated to the novel but rooted in Cao Yin's real-life experience: pickled reeves shad fish (also known as shiyu). As an official responsible for procuring items for the imperial palace, Cao was tasked with transporting reeves shad fish to Emperor Kangxi.
\nAlthough the fish's flesh is exceptionally tender and delicious, it dies almost immediately after leaving the water. Therefore, it either had to be preserved before being shipped to Beijing or sealed in water-filled containers and rushed along the Grand Canal to the capital within a week.
\n"Reeves shad is delicious, but it has many bones. When we prepare the dish, we take special care to remove all visible bones and pour hot oil over the scales to soften them. Being able to enjoy fresh shad in the northern regions today is, in a way, a modern luxury that lets us share in the delight Emperor Kangxi once experienced," Lu remarks humorously.
\nFor Lu, a 44-year-old scholar previously focused on the Song Dynasty (960-1279) food culture, re-creating dishes from Dream of the Red Chamber is about more than cuisine. It is an experiment in using banquet as a "language" to express his unique understanding of the classic novel and the food culture of the early Qing Dynasty, from the Kangxi to the Qianlong eras.
\nAccording to Tencent News, they have encouraged Lu to expand his re-creations into a full banquet, hoping it will provide a model for a modern approach to studying classics, connecting contemporary readers with the past to help preserve traditional culture.
\nContact the writer at xufan@chinadaily.com.cn
\nDelicacies inspired by depictions in the Chinese novel Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of Cao Yin, the grandfather of the novel's author, Cao Xueqin. From left to right are, respectively: reeves shad fish, fried rice wrapped in a lotus leaf, Chinese yam cake, and a steamed bun wrapped in tofu skin.
\nDelicacies inspired by depictions in the Chinese novel Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of Cao Yin, the grandfather of the novel's author, Cao Xueqin. From left to right are, respectively: reeves shad fish, fried rice wrapped in a lotus leaf, Chinese yam cake, and a steamed bun wrapped in tofu skin.
\nDelicacies inspired by depictions in the Chinese novel Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of Cao Yin, the grandfather of the novel's author, Cao Xueqin. From left to right are, respectively: reeves shad fish, fried rice wrapped in a lotus leaf, Chinese yam cake, and a steamed bun wrapped in tofu skin.
\nDelicacies inspired by depictions in the Chinese novel Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of Cao Yin, the grandfather of the novel's author, Cao Xueqin. From left to right are, respectively: reeves shad fish, fried rice wrapped in a lotus leaf, Chinese yam cake, and a steamed bun wrapped in tofu skin.
\nA dancer performs to a live pipa (a four-stringed Chinese lute) melody, enriching the cultural atmosphere of the banquet full of delicacies inspired by Dream of the Red Chamber and the life of the Cao family.
\nLu Ran, a food historian and cultural scholar, shares his ideas on how to re-create delicacies from the Chinese classic.
\nFor diehard fans of the household classic Dream of the Red Chamber, the lavish world of the Jia family offers more than just drama — it stirs culinary curiosity. Among the many delicacies described by novelist Cao Xueqin (1715-63), one stands out: qiexiang, a refined, preserved eggplant relish.
\nIn the 41st of its 100 chapters, the sharp-witted noblewoman Wang Xifeng offers some qiexiang to Liu Laolao (granny), a poor, distant, elderly relative from the countryside.
\nWang's description is both vivid and daunting: "Peel fresh eggplants, dice the flesh, and fry in chicken fat. Add finely chopped chicken breast, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, truffles, spiced tofu, and dried fruits. Simmer in chicken broth until dry, season with sesame and pickled sauce, then seal in a porcelain jar. To serve, mix with stir-fried diced chicken."
\nLiu is astounded and sticks out her tongue. "Heavens, it must take a dozen chickens just to make this — no wonder it tastes so extraordinary!"
\nYet, it is precisely this extravagance that has made readers crave qiexiang. Recently, the dish was brought to life by food historian and cultural scholar Lu Ran as part of the Ideas project, an initiative launched by Tencent News to help aspiring individuals bring their good ideas to fruition.
\nLu first conceived the idea of re-creating the delicacies from the classic novel in 2019 while working on a research program about the seasonal food traditions of the Cao family. The family's rise began with the author's great-grandfather, Cao Xi, and peaked with his grandfather, Cao Yin, whose mother served as the wet nurse of Emperor Kangxi during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) and who was a study companion to the emperor.
\nSurprisingly, one of Lu's most important reference texts is not the novel itself, but Lian Ting Ji, a collection of Cao Yin's literary works, including 730 poems and 23 essays, some of which offer glimpses into his personal life, social circles, and culinary tastes.
\n"Cao Yin was a close childhood friend of Kangxi. As the emperor's study companion in the palace, he received a rigorous literary education. That training allowed him to capture the nuances of fine food in his poetry," Lu explains to China Daily.
\nA known bibliophile, Cao Yin befriended many scholars and copied valuable texts from their collections. Among them were the culinary techniques from earlier dynasties, which he compiled into a book titled Ju Chang Yin Zhuan Lu. It preserved the ancient recipes and cooking methods for various dishes, such as porridges, rock candies, preserved meats, and fermented fish.
\nBeginning with the death of his grandfather and followed by that of his father, Cao Xueqin's family fell from grace. This was caused by Emperor Yongzheng, Kangxi's successor, who confiscated the family's property due to complicated reasons involving corruption and their closeness to his former political rivals.
\nWhen misfortune struck, Cao Xueqin was just 13 years old. Around seven years later, he began writing Dream of the Red Chamber.
\nWhen Lu delved into the history of the Cao family and attempted to re-create the delicacies described in the novel, he discovered an intriguing fact — the dishes cooked according to Cao Xueqin's instructions did not turn out very well, nor did they taste good.
\n"After all, Cao Xueqin was the young master of the Cao family, not its chef. The eggplant relish that Granny Liu enjoyed was a literary embellishment by Cao Xueqin. If one were to strictly follow the description in the book, the flavors would fail to penetrate the eggplant, and the result would likely be bland and unappetizing," explains Lu.
\nYet, this is also the most meticulously described dish in the novel, which has "misled" the fans who attempt to re-create it.
\nLu's approach was more academic. He discovered a recipe collection created during the era of Emperor Qianlong, grandson of Kangxi, which contains instructions for making eggplant relish. Although the method differed from the description in Cao Xueqin's novel, the taste was much better.
\nBy cross-referencing historical texts with the help of a renowned Hangzhou chef, in Zhejiang province, Lu and his team from Tencent News' Ideas program successfully re-created nine dishes, debuting them at a late-September banquet in the Unique Dream of Red Mansion theatrical complex in Langfang, Hebei province. A dancer wearing ancient Chinese attire performed a graceful routine to a live pipa (four-stringed Chinese lute) melody, enriching the cultural atmosphere of the banquet.
\nThe recreated dishes are mostly sourced from pivotal or cozy scenes from the novel. For example, the protagonist, Jia Baoyu, craves one dish while recuperating from a severe beating by his father — a delicate soup made of water shield and lotus leaf-shaped dough slices simmered in chicken broth. Another was a simple snack he was longing for during a conversation with his maid, Qingwen — steamed buns wrapped in tofu skin. The menu also features a hearty dish of ham-stewed pork hock, given by the character of Wang to her husband Jia Lian's wet nurse.
\nThere is one dish, however, that is unrelated to the novel but rooted in Cao Yin's real-life experience: pickled reeves shad fish (also known as shiyu). As an official responsible for procuring items for the imperial palace, Cao was tasked with transporting reeves shad fish to Emperor Kangxi.
\nAlthough the fish's flesh is exceptionally tender and delicious, it dies almost immediately after leaving the water. Therefore, it either had to be preserved before being shipped to Beijing or sealed in water-filled containers and rushed along the Grand Canal to the capital within a week.
\n"Reeves shad is delicious, but it has many bones. When we prepare the dish, we take special care to remove all visible bones and pour hot oil over the scales to soften them. Being able to enjoy fresh shad in the northern regions today is, in a way, a modern luxury that lets us share in the delight Emperor Kangxi once experienced," Lu remarks humorously.
\nFor Lu, a 44-year-old scholar previously focused on the Song Dynasty (960-1279) food culture, re-creating dishes from Dream of the Red Chamber is about more than cuisine. It is an experiment in using banquet as a "language" to express his unique understanding of the classic novel and the food culture of the early Qing Dynasty, from the Kangxi to the Qianlong eras.
\nAccording to Tencent News, they have encouraged Lu to expand his re-creations into a full banquet, hoping it will provide a model for a modern approach to studying classics, connecting contemporary readers with the past to help preserve traditional culture.
\nContact the writer at xufan@chinadaily.com.cn
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/017/20251023_017_02_20115.png\")
Yin Yunya's work on show in Beijing, Sense of Happiness, is a group of portraits painted on the inner sides of shells.
\n![](\"https://mobile.chinadaily.com.cn/cn/resfile/2025-10-23/017/20251023_017_02_27115.png\")
Liang Shaoji's installation is grounded on his long-term collaboration with silkworms he raises.
\nThe sound of objects being broken at an art exhibition would normally cause an immediate disturbance and may, these days, become a viral scene on social networks.
\nThis exact scene became a reality at an ongoing exhibition at the Tsinghua University Art Museum in Beijing. However, it was not done to create outrage in public, but was encouraged — artist Yin Yunya invited the audience to crush her works on display in Shelter, a rectangular installation on display in which a large number of shells lie on the ground.
\nYin says the installation communicates her interest in the shell as a form of natural shelter. She says that by inviting people to feel shells smashing at their feet and hear their crunching sounds, she hopes to inspire discussions about "the importance and, meanwhile, the fragility, of a protective mechanism, even those as small as the lives living inside a shell".
\nSense of Happiness, another of Yin's works in the exhibition, is a group of portraits painted on the interior of shells. She also hints at the shell as being a metaphor for a sense of security.
\nYin is one of the featured artists in The Natural Contract: Technology, Media, Human, Nature exhibition being held through to next Tuesday at the Tsinghua University Art Museum.
\nThe exhibition borrows its title from the namesake book The Natural Contract, penned by the late French philosopher Michel Serres (1930-2019). It meditates on the evolving relationship between man and nature in the face of increasing ecological challenges and the intensified integration of artificial intelligence in human activities.
\nThe exhibition's curator, Wei Ying, says: "The works of seven artists at the exhibition, who present diverse cultural and social contexts, probe into redefining the relationships among man, nature, and technology."
\nSince the late 1980s, Liang Shaoji, one of the featured artists on show, has been raising silkworms and introducing them into his artistic creations. His works strike people with their unanticipated variations in forms of silk and its inherent beauty, ushering his audience into a state of philosophical reflections.
\nFor example, his piece Can Chanchan/Nature Series No 190 looks, from afar, like a classic Chinese landscape painting done with ink and depicting changing seasons. The texture of the work, after a closer look, reveals a long, delicate piece of silk cascading from the ceiling to the ground.
\nBehind the magnificent piece is Liang's long-term creative approach, which not only honors the vigor of silkworms but also nature's miraculous power and the influence of human activities.
\nAlso a featured artist in the exhibition, Cao Shu says the display exposes the "bugs (problems)" of the world and provides no answers. His video work, Phantom Sugar, revolves around the routine patrols of a drone in a future world in which humans no longer exist, and algorithms control the management of plant growing; one day, the drone spots an ant and recollects the memories of the past in which it worked for a human.
\nLu Xiaobo, director of the Tsinghua University Art Museum, says: "Hopefully, the exhibition will bring people novel experiences in nature, vitality for all lives, and the creativity of humans by opening up dialogue about art and technology, and the coexistence of tradition and modernization."
\nlinqi@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nLiang Shaoji's installation is grounded on his long-term collaboration with silkworms he raises.
\nThe sound of objects being broken at an art exhibition would normally cause an immediate disturbance and may, these days, become a viral scene on social networks.
\nThis exact scene became a reality at an ongoing exhibition at the Tsinghua University Art Museum in Beijing. However, it was not done to create outrage in public, but was encouraged — artist Yin Yunya invited the audience to crush her works on display in Shelter, a rectangular installation on display in which a large number of shells lie on the ground.
\nYin says the installation communicates her interest in the shell as a form of natural shelter. She says that by inviting people to feel shells smashing at their feet and hear their crunching sounds, she hopes to inspire discussions about "the importance and, meanwhile, the fragility, of a protective mechanism, even those as small as the lives living inside a shell".
\nSense of Happiness, another of Yin's works in the exhibition, is a group of portraits painted on the interior of shells. She also hints at the shell as being a metaphor for a sense of security.
\nYin is one of the featured artists in The Natural Contract: Technology, Media, Human, Nature exhibition being held through to next Tuesday at the Tsinghua University Art Museum.
\nThe exhibition borrows its title from the namesake book The Natural Contract, penned by the late French philosopher Michel Serres (1930-2019). It meditates on the evolving relationship between man and nature in the face of increasing ecological challenges and the intensified integration of artificial intelligence in human activities.
\nThe exhibition's curator, Wei Ying, says: "The works of seven artists at the exhibition, who present diverse cultural and social contexts, probe into redefining the relationships among man, nature, and technology."
\nSince the late 1980s, Liang Shaoji, one of the featured artists on show, has been raising silkworms and introducing them into his artistic creations. His works strike people with their unanticipated variations in forms of silk and its inherent beauty, ushering his audience into a state of philosophical reflections.
\nFor example, his piece Can Chanchan/Nature Series No 190 looks, from afar, like a classic Chinese landscape painting done with ink and depicting changing seasons. The texture of the work, after a closer look, reveals a long, delicate piece of silk cascading from the ceiling to the ground.
\nBehind the magnificent piece is Liang's long-term creative approach, which not only honors the vigor of silkworms but also nature's miraculous power and the influence of human activities.
\nAlso a featured artist in the exhibition, Cao Shu says the display exposes the "bugs (problems)" of the world and provides no answers. His video work, Phantom Sugar, revolves around the routine patrols of a drone in a future world in which humans no longer exist, and algorithms control the management of plant growing; one day, the drone spots an ant and recollects the memories of the past in which it worked for a human.
\nLu Xiaobo, director of the Tsinghua University Art Museum, says: "Hopefully, the exhibition will bring people novel experiences in nature, vitality for all lives, and the creativity of humans by opening up dialogue about art and technology, and the coexistence of tradition and modernization."
\nlinqi@chinadaily.com.cn
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A view of the rooftops from the Sage Mother Hall at Jinci Temple.
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Visitors read a stele inscription at Shuanglin Temple.
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The Lifetime Stupa of Relics at Jinci Temple.
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The Nanlao Spring at Jinci Temple offers "eternal youth" to those who drink from it.
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A performer in Song Dynasty clothing dances at Jinci Temple.
\nFor five years, I've lived in Beijing, photographing its temples, courtyards and the impressive details of its imperial architecture. I thought I had come to understand the language of Chinese design — the colors, proportions and symmetry that express the nation's sense of harmony.
\nShanxi, an important birthplace of Chinese civilization, revealed its power to me during my recent journey. History in this province feels physical — built into the grain of wood, the curve of the tiles, and the dust that clings to breathtaking statues. What I found there was not just ancient architecture, but the living roots of Chinese culture itself, and a renewed understanding of how the past continues to shape modern China.
\nA cradle of continuity
\nTucked between the Taihang and Lyuliang mountains, Shanxi has quietly preserved the architectural DNA of China. While the Forbidden City and Summer Palace dominate public imagination, and with good reason, Shanxi's buildings reveal something more intimate and enduring.
\nThe province's wooden halls have stood strong for nearly a millennium, their surfaces softened by centuries of wind and incense smoke. Rather than restoration that erases age, Shanxi allows its architecture to show its years, offering an unvarnished connection to the past.
\nAt Jinci Temple, near Taiyuan, the Sage Mother Hall rises from a grove of ancient cypress trees. Built during the Song Dynasty (960-1279), its dougong — the interlocking wooden brackets that define traditional Chinese architecture — shows a subtle grace and fluidity, precursors to the heavier and more codified forms of later dynasties. Standing there, it's easy to see how architectural ideas evolved, like language shifting through time, adapting yet holding on to core principles.
\nArchitecture in Shanxi does more than display artistry; it conveys philosophy. The great compounds, temples and banks of the region form a moral landscape, one built on Confucian ideals that still resonate today.
\nAt the Wang Family Compound, for example, morality is literally built into the walls. Stone carvings and murals depict scenes of filial piety and virtue. These visual lessons align with the Confucian belief that a family's home reflects its ethics — that structure and morality are one and the same.
\nThe Rishengchang Draft Bank, in nearby Pingyao, embodies a different virtue: honesty. Founded during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), it was China's first modern financial institution, pioneering a nationwide remittance system that relied on trust as much as capital. Its unadorned courtyards, built for function rather than display, speak to a pragmatic integrity that helped shape Chinese commerce.
\nAcross Shanxi, this connection between design and ethics is clear. Buildings were not only homes or workplaces but frameworks for living — architecture as education.
\nIf one place captures Shanxi's spirit, it is Pingyao Ancient City. Unlike so many ancient sites where only fragments remain, Pingyao has survived whole — a complete Ming (1368-1644) and Qing city enclosed by 6-kilometer-long walls.
\nWalking through its gates feels like entering a living archive. Brick lanes curve between gray-tiled roofs, where families still run noodle shops and guesthouses within centuries-old courtyards. Lanterns hang from eaves, and the hum of daily life continues amid stone, wood and history.
\nFrom the city walls, Pingyao's grid unfurls in perfect symmetry, embodying the same cosmological order that guided imperial planning in Beijing — only here, it remains human-scaled. It's not a monument to power, but a model of community.
\nWhat struck me most was how restoration here differs from the capital. In Beijing, palaces gleam with renewed paint and gold leaf; every inch restored to imperial perfection. In Shanxi, age is allowed to show. Cracks in the beams, fading murals, weathered tiles — all remain visible, reminders that endurance is a form of beauty.
\nPingyao's preservation feels less like reconstruction and more like stewardship. The passage of time becomes part of the story.
\nArtistry of devotion
\nAcross the province, the artistry of Shanxi's temples testifies to the sophistication of its early builders.
\nAt Yongle Palace, walls burst with Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) murals — vast, fluid depictions of Taoist deities that move with an almost cinematic energy. The colors, though centuries old, retain a pulse of life, tracing the arc of faith and imagination across plaster.
\nAt Shuanglin Temple, near Pingyao, more than 2,000 clay statues fill the halls, each one hand-molded, expressive and utterly human. Their poses, gestures and facial expressions convey not distant divinity but empathy.
\nCompared to Beijing's bold reds and golds, Shanxi's palette is subdued: earthy browns, faded blues and traces of green. The restraint draws attention not to grandeur, but to detail — to the line of a carved robe, the curvature of a roof tile, the grain of aged timber. This subtlety reveals another kind of power, one rooted in craft and continuity.
\nAt the Taosi Site Museum, the timeline stretches back even further — to the late Neolithic period, more than 4,000 years ago. Excavations here have uncovered one of China's earliest examples of urban planning, with clear distinctions between ceremonial and domestic spaces.
\nThe same organizational principles that would later guide Tang (618-907) and Ming architecture — hierarchy, symmetry, orientation — are already visible in these prehistoric foundations. It's a reminder that Chinese architecture is not just an art of construction, but a long conversation between generations about order, balance and meaning.
\nIn Shanxi, that conversation continues across time. From Taosi's earthworks to Jinci's timber halls, the province offers a continuous narrative of Chinese thought rendered in wood, brick and stone.
\nTimeless culture
\nArchitecture, at its best, is a reflection of the society that builds it. Shanxi's temples, compounds and city walls reveal more than design; they embody the moral and social frameworks that have shaped China's identity.
\nFilial piety, loyalty, honesty, respect for order — these are not abstract virtues here. They are visible, tangible, inscribed into the very fabric of daily life. Even as China modernizes at remarkable speed, these principles persist, informing relationships, work ethics and the rhythm of community.
\nShanxi offers a key to understanding this continuity. To study its architecture is to study the foundations of Chinese culture itself.
\nIn recent years, Shanxi has quietly stepped into the cultural spotlight. The province's temples and landscapes inspired elements of the acclaimed video game Black Myth: Wukong, sparking a wave of renewed interest among younger travelers. Yet, even with rising tourism, Shanxi remains a hidden gem — one that rewards those who seek depth over spectacle.
\nIts charm lies in authenticity. To walk its courtyards, to see murals untouched for centuries, to share noodles with locals in a family-run courtyard — these moments reveal a China often overlooked.
\nAnd the cuisine itself deserves mention: hearty, handmade noodles in countless forms, vinegar aged in old earthen jars, and simple, bold flavors that reflect the region's resilience. Like its architecture, Shanxi's food tells a story of endurance and craft.
\nWhile much of China looks forward, Shanxi invites us to look back — not out of nostalgia, but to understand continuity. Its ancient architecture is more than a relic; it's a living embodiment of the values and aesthetics that still define Chinese culture today.
\nShanxi reminds us that architecture is not static — it is dialogue, memory and aspiration combined. These buildings are windows into the origins of a civilization, but also mirror its present.
\nAs China continues to evolve, Shanxi stands as a foundation — a province that preserves not just structures, but spirit. It deserves more than a passing glance. It deserves recognition as a vital chapter in the story of China, a place where the nation's cultural puzzle first began to take shape — and still quietly holds its center.
\nContact the writer at michaelrhyscard@chinadaily.com.cn
\nA view of the rooftops from the Sage Mother Hall at Jinci Temple.
\nVisitors read a stele inscription at Shuanglin Temple.
\nThe Lifetime Stupa of Relics at Jinci Temple.
\nThe Nanlao Spring at Jinci Temple offers "eternal youth" to those who drink from it.
\nA performer in Song Dynasty clothing dances at Jinci Temple.
\nFor five years, I've lived in Beijing, photographing its temples, courtyards and the impressive details of its imperial architecture. I thought I had come to understand the language of Chinese design — the colors, proportions and symmetry that express the nation's sense of harmony.
\nShanxi, an important birthplace of Chinese civilization, revealed its power to me during my recent journey. History in this province feels physical — built into the grain of wood, the curve of the tiles, and the dust that clings to breathtaking statues. What I found there was not just ancient architecture, but the living roots of Chinese culture itself, and a renewed understanding of how the past continues to shape modern China.
\nA cradle of continuity
\nTucked between the Taihang and Lyuliang mountains, Shanxi has quietly preserved the architectural DNA of China. While the Forbidden City and Summer Palace dominate public imagination, and with good reason, Shanxi's buildings reveal something more intimate and enduring.
\nThe province's wooden halls have stood strong for nearly a millennium, their surfaces softened by centuries of wind and incense smoke. Rather than restoration that erases age, Shanxi allows its architecture to show its years, offering an unvarnished connection to the past.
\nAt Jinci Temple, near Taiyuan, the Sage Mother Hall rises from a grove of ancient cypress trees. Built during the Song Dynasty (960-1279), its dougong — the interlocking wooden brackets that define traditional Chinese architecture — shows a subtle grace and fluidity, precursors to the heavier and more codified forms of later dynasties. Standing there, it's easy to see how architectural ideas evolved, like language shifting through time, adapting yet holding on to core principles.
\nArchitecture in Shanxi does more than display artistry; it conveys philosophy. The great compounds, temples and banks of the region form a moral landscape, one built on Confucian ideals that still resonate today.
\nAt the Wang Family Compound, for example, morality is literally built into the walls. Stone carvings and murals depict scenes of filial piety and virtue. These visual lessons align with the Confucian belief that a family's home reflects its ethics — that structure and morality are one and the same.
\nThe Rishengchang Draft Bank, in nearby Pingyao, embodies a different virtue: honesty. Founded during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), it was China's first modern financial institution, pioneering a nationwide remittance system that relied on trust as much as capital. Its unadorned courtyards, built for function rather than display, speak to a pragmatic integrity that helped shape Chinese commerce.
\nAcross Shanxi, this connection between design and ethics is clear. Buildings were not only homes or workplaces but frameworks for living — architecture as education.
\nIf one place captures Shanxi's spirit, it is Pingyao Ancient City. Unlike so many ancient sites where only fragments remain, Pingyao has survived whole — a complete Ming (1368-1644) and Qing city enclosed by 6-kilometer-long walls.
\nWalking through its gates feels like entering a living archive. Brick lanes curve between gray-tiled roofs, where families still run noodle shops and guesthouses within centuries-old courtyards. Lanterns hang from eaves, and the hum of daily life continues amid stone, wood and history.
\nFrom the city walls, Pingyao's grid unfurls in perfect symmetry, embodying the same cosmological order that guided imperial planning in Beijing — only here, it remains human-scaled. It's not a monument to power, but a model of community.
\nWhat struck me most was how restoration here differs from the capital. In Beijing, palaces gleam with renewed paint and gold leaf; every inch restored to imperial perfection. In Shanxi, age is allowed to show. Cracks in the beams, fading murals, weathered tiles — all remain visible, reminders that endurance is a form of beauty.
\nPingyao's preservation feels less like reconstruction and more like stewardship. The passage of time becomes part of the story.
\nArtistry of devotion
\nAcross the province, the artistry of Shanxi's temples testifies to the sophistication of its early builders.
\nAt Yongle Palace, walls burst with Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) murals — vast, fluid depictions of Taoist deities that move with an almost cinematic energy. The colors, though centuries old, retain a pulse of life, tracing the arc of faith and imagination across plaster.
\nAt Shuanglin Temple, near Pingyao, more than 2,000 clay statues fill the halls, each one hand-molded, expressive and utterly human. Their poses, gestures and facial expressions convey not distant divinity but empathy.
\nCompared to Beijing's bold reds and golds, Shanxi's palette is subdued: earthy browns, faded blues and traces of green. The restraint draws attention not to grandeur, but to detail — to the line of a carved robe, the curvature of a roof tile, the grain of aged timber. This subtlety reveals another kind of power, one rooted in craft and continuity.
\nAt the Taosi Site Museum, the timeline stretches back even further — to the late Neolithic period, more than 4,000 years ago. Excavations here have uncovered one of China's earliest examples of urban planning, with clear distinctions between ceremonial and domestic spaces.
\nThe same organizational principles that would later guide Tang (618-907) and Ming architecture — hierarchy, symmetry, orientation — are already visible in these prehistoric foundations. It's a reminder that Chinese architecture is not just an art of construction, but a long conversation between generations about order, balance and meaning.
\nIn Shanxi, that conversation continues across time. From Taosi's earthworks to Jinci's timber halls, the province offers a continuous narrative of Chinese thought rendered in wood, brick and stone.
\nTimeless culture
\nArchitecture, at its best, is a reflection of the society that builds it. Shanxi's temples, compounds and city walls reveal more than design; they embody the moral and social frameworks that have shaped China's identity.
\nFilial piety, loyalty, honesty, respect for order — these are not abstract virtues here. They are visible, tangible, inscribed into the very fabric of daily life. Even as China modernizes at remarkable speed, these principles persist, informing relationships, work ethics and the rhythm of community.
\nShanxi offers a key to understanding this continuity. To study its architecture is to study the foundations of Chinese culture itself.
\nIn recent years, Shanxi has quietly stepped into the cultural spotlight. The province's temples and landscapes inspired elements of the acclaimed video game Black Myth: Wukong, sparking a wave of renewed interest among younger travelers. Yet, even with rising tourism, Shanxi remains a hidden gem — one that rewards those who seek depth over spectacle.
\nIts charm lies in authenticity. To walk its courtyards, to see murals untouched for centuries, to share noodles with locals in a family-run courtyard — these moments reveal a China often overlooked.
\nAnd the cuisine itself deserves mention: hearty, handmade noodles in countless forms, vinegar aged in old earthen jars, and simple, bold flavors that reflect the region's resilience. Like its architecture, Shanxi's food tells a story of endurance and craft.
\nWhile much of China looks forward, Shanxi invites us to look back — not out of nostalgia, but to understand continuity. Its ancient architecture is more than a relic; it's a living embodiment of the values and aesthetics that still define Chinese culture today.
\nShanxi reminds us that architecture is not static — it is dialogue, memory and aspiration combined. These buildings are windows into the origins of a civilization, but also mirror its present.
\nAs China continues to evolve, Shanxi stands as a foundation — a province that preserves not just structures, but spirit. It deserves more than a passing glance. It deserves recognition as a vital chapter in the story of China, a place where the nation's cultural puzzle first began to take shape — and still quietly holds its center.
\nContact the writer at michaelrhyscard@chinadaily.com.cn
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Rupert Parker explores a cave network in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan province.
\nI first visited China in 1977, just as the country was opening up to Westerners and, after traveling to Xizang, spent the rest of my time in Yunnan province. To be invited back again after so many years was a wonderful opportunity to see how much had changed.
\nAnd changed it certainly has, far more than I could have ever imagined. Dali and Lijiang, once sleepy little towns with scarcely a visitor in sight, are now bustling hubs of domestic tourism. Jinghong, which once felt like a village, has grown into a modern city of 600,000 people.
\nBack then, people dressed mostly in blue Mao suits or green uniforms, if they were in the army. The roads were filled not with cars but with bicycles and horse carts. I have fond memories of the morning rush hour in Chengdu, Sichuan province, when its wide avenues became a river of thousands of cyclists.
\nIf you wanted to change lanes, it was useless to signal. You just had to go for it, hoping that everyone else would slow down — which they did, of course.
\nWesterners in those days were an unusual sight and I often got stopped in the street by people who wanted to practice their English. They'd invite me to their homes or to restaurants. In Lijiang, I was taken to the local school. The teacher said that his pupils had never heard English spoken by a native speaker, so I stood in front of the class and told them about London.
\nOf course, the biggest change is the sheer scale of development, which includes blocks of apartments and an extensive road network. When I was there in 1997, both Dali and Lijiang old towns were where people lived and worked. Now, they're full of tourist shops, and many hotels have been built in the surrounding region. In the past, local ethnic groups in bright costumes would come into town to shop, shyly turning away from cameras. Now, people rent those same costumes for selfies.
\nThe changes have been huge, but also positive. Food in those days was fairly limited, but now there's a wide range. I relished the street food, particularly exotic items like crickets, beetles and caterpillars, but also the food in the restaurants, which was uniformly excellent.
\nI was also happy that we were not served Western cuisine but enjoyed the best local delicacies, and everyone was expected to use chopsticks.
\nOur visit was nicely leisurely, allowing me to explore on my own, as well as with the other journalists. Often press trips are so rushed that one barely sees anything, but I felt we really got to experience each place.
\nAnother positive was making friends with the China Daily staff members who were happy to discuss every aspect of the country and its culture. In particular, our guide, Tammy, was outstanding — she went out of her way to satisfy my curiosity. At one point, she even knocked on doors in the backstreets of a village, so I could meet local families and glimpse their lifestyle.
\nAlthough I have visited other regions in China since 1977, it was particularly interesting to return to Yunnan in 2025. People were friendly and polite, hotels comfortable and well-run, and the organization faultless. The region is beautiful, still quite rural, and well worth exploring.
\nMy personal highlight of the trip was exploring a cave network in Xishuangbanna — with the only light coming from my helmet, I had to crawl on my hands and knees through tiny passageways on slimy mud. This was a true Yunnan adventure.
\n\nRupert Parker explores a cave network in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan province.
\nI first visited China in 1977, just as the country was opening up to Westerners and, after traveling to Xizang, spent the rest of my time in Yunnan province. To be invited back again after so many years was a wonderful opportunity to see how much had changed.
\nAnd changed it certainly has, far more than I could have ever imagined. Dali and Lijiang, once sleepy little towns with scarcely a visitor in sight, are now bustling hubs of domestic tourism. Jinghong, which once felt like a village, has grown into a modern city of 600,000 people.
\nBack then, people dressed mostly in blue Mao suits or green uniforms, if they were in the army. The roads were filled not with cars but with bicycles and horse carts. I have fond memories of the morning rush hour in Chengdu, Sichuan province, when its wide avenues became a river of thousands of cyclists.
\nIf you wanted to change lanes, it was useless to signal. You just had to go for it, hoping that everyone else would slow down — which they did, of course.
\nWesterners in those days were an unusual sight and I often got stopped in the street by people who wanted to practice their English. They'd invite me to their homes or to restaurants. In Lijiang, I was taken to the local school. The teacher said that his pupils had never heard English spoken by a native speaker, so I stood in front of the class and told them about London.
\nOf course, the biggest change is the sheer scale of development, which includes blocks of apartments and an extensive road network. When I was there in 1997, both Dali and Lijiang old towns were where people lived and worked. Now, they're full of tourist shops, and many hotels have been built in the surrounding region. In the past, local ethnic groups in bright costumes would come into town to shop, shyly turning away from cameras. Now, people rent those same costumes for selfies.
\nThe changes have been huge, but also positive. Food in those days was fairly limited, but now there's a wide range. I relished the street food, particularly exotic items like crickets, beetles and caterpillars, but also the food in the restaurants, which was uniformly excellent.
\nI was also happy that we were not served Western cuisine but enjoyed the best local delicacies, and everyone was expected to use chopsticks.
\nOur visit was nicely leisurely, allowing me to explore on my own, as well as with the other journalists. Often press trips are so rushed that one barely sees anything, but I felt we really got to experience each place.
\nAnother positive was making friends with the China Daily staff members who were happy to discuss every aspect of the country and its culture. In particular, our guide, Tammy, was outstanding — she went out of her way to satisfy my curiosity. At one point, she even knocked on doors in the backstreets of a village, so I could meet local families and glimpse their lifestyle.
\nAlthough I have visited other regions in China since 1977, it was particularly interesting to return to Yunnan in 2025. People were friendly and polite, hotels comfortable and well-run, and the organization faultless. The region is beautiful, still quite rural, and well worth exploring.
\nMy personal highlight of the trip was exploring a cave network in Xishuangbanna — with the only light coming from my helmet, I had to crawl on my hands and knees through tiny passageways on slimy mud. This was a true Yunnan adventure.
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Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres (left) celebrates with Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes after scoring his side's third goal during a Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium in London on Tuesday.
\nParis Saint-Germain scored seven, Barcelona hit six and Erling Haaland struck his 24th goal of the season on an action-packed night in the Champions League on Tuesday.
\nIn all, there were 43 goals in nine games, with six teams scoring four or more.
\nPSV Eindhoven routed Italian champion Napoli 6-2, while Arsenal and Inter Milan also had big wins to maintain their perfect starts in Europe.
\nBut it is defending champion PSG that leads the way at the top of the standings after a wild 7-2 win against Bayer Leverkusen in a match that saw both teams reduced to 10 men in the first half.
\nBarcelona's 6-1 win against Olympiacos saw it bounce back from a loss to PSG at the start of the month.
\nPremier League leader Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 4-0, with Viktor Gyokeres scoring twice, and last season's Champions League runner-up Inter beat Union Saint-Gilloise by the same score.
\nHaaland's goal helped Manchester City to a 2-0 win at Villarreal.
\nPSG runs wild
\nPSG was 4-1 up by halftime at the BayArena — but that didn't come close to telling the full story of a chaotic first period, which included a red card for each team and two penalties for Leverkusen.
\nTwo goals from Desire Doue put the French champion well in control and the action continued after the break, with Nuno Mendes extending the lead within five minutes of the restart. Ousmane Dembele also came off the bench to make a scoring return after injury.
\n"That's three games, three wins, and, crucially, we're at the top of the UEFA Champions League table, "Dembele said. "We've started this campaign really well, especially considering how difficult it was last season."
\nSpare a thought for Aleix Garcia, though. As well as his first-half penalty, he scored the goal of the game in the second half with a swerving long range effort that was nothing more than a footnote.
\nLopez treble
\nFermin Lopez scored a hat-trick and Marcus Rashford hit two goals as Barcelona blew away 10-man Olympiacos.
\nBarca took full advantage when Santiago Hezze was shown a contentious red card in the second half — scoring four goals to complete the rout.
\nIt was Lopez's first hat-trick of his career, with Lamine Yamal also on the scoresheet from the penalty spot.
\nOlympiacos had no answer when Hezze was shown a second yellow card in the 57th minute, despite replays appearing to show he did not make contact with Marc Casado, who was trying to pull him back.
\nJust three minutes earlier, the visitor had got itself back into the game after an Ayoub El Kaabi's penalty made it 2-1.
\nWith the extra man, Barcelona overwhelmed Olympiacos with four goals in 11 minutes.
\nRashford, on loan from Manchester United, now has four goals in three games in the Champions League this season.
\n"Sometimes it's difficult to break opponents down, but we have so many goalscoring players in different areas that getting goals is the least of our worries," he said.
\nArsenal blows past Atleti
\nTop of the Premier League and perfect in Europe, Arsenal is flying high.
\nA powerful second half at the Emirates saw Mikel Arteta's team brush aside Atletico, with summer signing Gyokeres sealing the victory with two goals in three minutes. Those goals ended the striker's seven-game scoring drought for the Gunners.
\n"I am delighted, as he fully deserves it. The work rate he brings to the team is outstanding. We value a lot of things that he does for the team, and it was the biggest smile on his face today," Arteta said.
\nGoals from Gabriel Magalhaes and Gabriel Martinelli had given Arsenal a 2-0 lead before Gyokeres struck.
\nArsenal is now third in the standings — behind PSG and Inter on goal difference.
\nRed-hot Haaland
\nHaaland just can't stop scoring right now.
\nThe Norway international's opener at Villarreal was his 24th in 14 games this season and extended his current scoring streak to 12 games in a row. He now has 53 goals in the Champions League in just 51 appearances.
\nThe only game he didn't score in this term was City's 2-0 defeat to Tottenham in August.
\nBernardo Silva was also on target as City moved up to fifth.
\n"I see that things are looking good, we are playing a little bit better day after day, and that's a good sign," coach Pep Guardiola told broadcaster Movistar.
\nPSV stuns Napoli
\nThe biggest shock of the night was Napoli's defeat at PSV.
\nThat's back-to-back losses for Antonio Conte's team, following Saturday's 1-0 defeat at Torino. And such a heavy loss in Europe will be particularly humbling for the Italian champion, with three goals conceded in the last 10 minutes after being reduced to 10 men when Lorenzo Lucca was sent off in the 76th.
\nNapoli has just one win from three games in Europe so far.
\nIt's going better for Inter, which has a 100 percent record after three games and comfortably overcame Union Saint-Gilloise, with Lautaro Martinez scoring his third Champions League goal of the season.
\nNewcastle too good
\nHarvey Barnes scored twice in Newcastle's 3-0 win against Benfica and Borussia Dortmund won 4-2 in Copenhagen.
\nEddie Howe's men bounced back from defeat to Barcelona in their opening game to climb above both the Catalan club and Real Madrid to seventh place in the Champion's League standings.
\n"I think once we scored the second goal, you sort of saw the real us, what we can be," said manager Howe. "I thought we were excellent from that point onwards."
\nJose Mourinho described himself as a "little Magpie" to Portuguese press last month due to his respect for his mentor and former Newcastle boss Bobby Robson, who is immortalized by a statue at St James' Park.
\nRobson gave Mourinho his break by employing him on his coaching staff as a translator at Sporting Lisbon, Porto and Barcelona.
\n"In the first half, the result was totally undeserved. Then in the second half, with the second goal, it completely turned around and the result is more than fair," said Mourinho.
\n"It is the difference in quality between the two teams. They are more physical, more intense, faster and they have a bench with phenomenal players."
\n", + "content": "Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres (left) celebrates with Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes after scoring his side's third goal during a Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium in London on Tuesday.
\nParis Saint-Germain scored seven, Barcelona hit six and Erling Haaland struck his 24th goal of the season on an action-packed night in the Champions League on Tuesday.
\nIn all, there were 43 goals in nine games, with six teams scoring four or more.
\nPSV Eindhoven routed Italian champion Napoli 6-2, while Arsenal and Inter Milan also had big wins to maintain their perfect starts in Europe.
\nBut it is defending champion PSG that leads the way at the top of the standings after a wild 7-2 win against Bayer Leverkusen in a match that saw both teams reduced to 10 men in the first half.
\nBarcelona's 6-1 win against Olympiacos saw it bounce back from a loss to PSG at the start of the month.
\nPremier League leader Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 4-0, with Viktor Gyokeres scoring twice, and last season's Champions League runner-up Inter beat Union Saint-Gilloise by the same score.
\nHaaland's goal helped Manchester City to a 2-0 win at Villarreal.
\nPSG runs wild
\nPSG was 4-1 up by halftime at the BayArena — but that didn't come close to telling the full story of a chaotic first period, which included a red card for each team and two penalties for Leverkusen.
\nTwo goals from Desire Doue put the French champion well in control and the action continued after the break, with Nuno Mendes extending the lead within five minutes of the restart. Ousmane Dembele also came off the bench to make a scoring return after injury.
\n"That's three games, three wins, and, crucially, we're at the top of the UEFA Champions League table, "Dembele said. "We've started this campaign really well, especially considering how difficult it was last season."
\nSpare a thought for Aleix Garcia, though. As well as his first-half penalty, he scored the goal of the game in the second half with a swerving long range effort that was nothing more than a footnote.
\nLopez treble
\nFermin Lopez scored a hat-trick and Marcus Rashford hit two goals as Barcelona blew away 10-man Olympiacos.
\nBarca took full advantage when Santiago Hezze was shown a contentious red card in the second half — scoring four goals to complete the rout.
\nIt was Lopez's first hat-trick of his career, with Lamine Yamal also on the scoresheet from the penalty spot.
\nOlympiacos had no answer when Hezze was shown a second yellow card in the 57th minute, despite replays appearing to show he did not make contact with Marc Casado, who was trying to pull him back.
\nJust three minutes earlier, the visitor had got itself back into the game after an Ayoub El Kaabi's penalty made it 2-1.
\nWith the extra man, Barcelona overwhelmed Olympiacos with four goals in 11 minutes.
\nRashford, on loan from Manchester United, now has four goals in three games in the Champions League this season.
\n"Sometimes it's difficult to break opponents down, but we have so many goalscoring players in different areas that getting goals is the least of our worries," he said.
\nArsenal blows past Atleti
\nTop of the Premier League and perfect in Europe, Arsenal is flying high.
\nA powerful second half at the Emirates saw Mikel Arteta's team brush aside Atletico, with summer signing Gyokeres sealing the victory with two goals in three minutes. Those goals ended the striker's seven-game scoring drought for the Gunners.
\n"I am delighted, as he fully deserves it. The work rate he brings to the team is outstanding. We value a lot of things that he does for the team, and it was the biggest smile on his face today," Arteta said.
\nGoals from Gabriel Magalhaes and Gabriel Martinelli had given Arsenal a 2-0 lead before Gyokeres struck.
\nArsenal is now third in the standings — behind PSG and Inter on goal difference.
\nRed-hot Haaland
\nHaaland just can't stop scoring right now.
\nThe Norway international's opener at Villarreal was his 24th in 14 games this season and extended his current scoring streak to 12 games in a row. He now has 53 goals in the Champions League in just 51 appearances.
\nThe only game he didn't score in this term was City's 2-0 defeat to Tottenham in August.
\nBernardo Silva was also on target as City moved up to fifth.
\n"I see that things are looking good, we are playing a little bit better day after day, and that's a good sign," coach Pep Guardiola told broadcaster Movistar.
\nPSV stuns Napoli
\nThe biggest shock of the night was Napoli's defeat at PSV.
\nThat's back-to-back losses for Antonio Conte's team, following Saturday's 1-0 defeat at Torino. And such a heavy loss in Europe will be particularly humbling for the Italian champion, with three goals conceded in the last 10 minutes after being reduced to 10 men when Lorenzo Lucca was sent off in the 76th.
\nNapoli has just one win from three games in Europe so far.
\nIt's going better for Inter, which has a 100 percent record after three games and comfortably overcame Union Saint-Gilloise, with Lautaro Martinez scoring his third Champions League goal of the season.
\nNewcastle too good
\nHarvey Barnes scored twice in Newcastle's 3-0 win against Benfica and Borussia Dortmund won 4-2 in Copenhagen.
\nEddie Howe's men bounced back from defeat to Barcelona in their opening game to climb above both the Catalan club and Real Madrid to seventh place in the Champion's League standings.
\n"I think once we scored the second goal, you sort of saw the real us, what we can be," said manager Howe. "I thought we were excellent from that point onwards."
\nJose Mourinho described himself as a "little Magpie" to Portuguese press last month due to his respect for his mentor and former Newcastle boss Bobby Robson, who is immortalized by a statue at St James' Park.
\nRobson gave Mourinho his break by employing him on his coaching staff as a translator at Sporting Lisbon, Porto and Barcelona.
\n"In the first half, the result was totally undeserved. Then in the second half, with the second goal, it completely turned around and the result is more than fair," said Mourinho.
\n"It is the difference in quality between the two teams. They are more physical, more intense, faster and they have a bench with phenomenal players."
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Olympic champions Sui Wenjing and Han Cong are set to make their first competitive appearance in more than three years.
\nThe 2025 ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix Cup of China, the second event in the ISU Grand Prix series, will begin in Chongqing on Friday.
\nServing as a warm-up event for the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, the competition will feature top skaters from around the world.
\nIt will also mark the return of China's pairs stars Sui Wenjing and Han Cong, who will make their first competitive appearance in more than three years. The event has added importance for Chinese skaters, with Olympic selection on the line.
\nSui and Han, the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic pairs champions, announced their comeback in June and the Cup of China will be their first competitive test.
\nWhile Sui and Han, aged 30 and 33, respectively, were once renowned for their synchronization, questions remain about how close to their top form they can get. They will perform two new programs in Chongqing.
\nFollowing the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, Sui never fully left the sport, resuming formal training at the end of last year with the goal of featuring at the Milan Games. Han had previously announced in 2023 that he would withdraw from all competitions during the 2026 Olympic cycle due to injury.
\nSince the Beijing Olympics, China's dominance in pairs skating has diminished, making the veteran pair's comeback particularly significant. Recent videos shared by Sui showed the duo training intensively during China's National Day holiday.
\nAdditionally, Zhang Jiaxuan and Huang Yihang, who secured China's Olympic spot in pairs, will also compete in Chongqing.
\nAs the second stop in the ISU Grand Prix series, the Cup of China attracts elite skaters from around the world. The event features 60 skaters from 14 countries and regions.
\nThe United States team has sent its top competitors in both women's singles and ice dance. The field includes 2025 world champion Alysa Liu in women's singles and three-time world ice dance champion duo Madison Chock and Evan Bates. Another notable US entry is defending women's singles champion Amber Glenn, who also won the 2024 Grand Prix Final and placed fifth at the 2025 World Championships.
\nIn women's singles, South Korea's Shin Ji-a, considered the successor to Kim Yu-na, and Lee Hae-in, the 2023 world silver medalist, are among the favorites. While Japan's top skater Kaori Sakamoto is not competing, other strong contenders like Hana Yoshida will feature. The 2023 European champion, Anastasiia Gubanova of Georgia, will also compete. China's women's singles will feature Zhu Yi and young skater Zhang Ruiyang.
\nThe men's singles competition will be equally competitive, featuring defending champion Shun Sato of Japan, South Korea's Cha Junhwan and Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov, the 2025 world silver medalist. China's veteran Jin Bo-yang will also make his season debut at the event.
\nIn pairs, Sui and Han will face defending champions Sara Conti and Niccolo Macii of Italy.
\nRace to Milan
\nThe combined results of the Cup of China and this year's National Championships will determine Team China's Olympic roster. The skater with the highest total score in each discipline will make the team.
\nChina has secured one Olympic spot each in men's singles, women's singles, ice dance and pairs.
\nThe returning Sui and Han will compete against the young pair of Zhang Jiaxuan and Huang for the Olympic spot.
\nZhang Jiaxuan and Huang, who recently moved up to the senior level, earned China's Olympic spot in pairs at the September qualification event and were last season's ISU Junior Grand Prix Final champions.
\nIn ice dance, veteran pair Wang Shiyue and Liu Xinyu will face challenges from the younger teams of Ren Junfei and Xing Jianing, and Xiao Zixi and He Linghao.
\nIn women's singles, Zhu and Zhang Ruiyang will compete for the Olympic spot, with 17-year-old Zhang Ruiyang having secured China's Olympic berth at the qualification event. In men's singles, Jin Boyang, Dai Dawei and Peng Zhi-ming will vie for the ticket to Milan.
\nThe Cup of China will take place from Oct 24-26, with Sui and Han performing their short program on the competition's first evening. This marks the fifth time Chongqing has hosted the event.
\nOlympic champions Sui Wenjing and Han Cong are set to make their first competitive appearance in more than three years.
\nThe 2025 ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix Cup of China, the second event in the ISU Grand Prix series, will begin in Chongqing on Friday.
\nServing as a warm-up event for the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, the competition will feature top skaters from around the world.
\nIt will also mark the return of China's pairs stars Sui Wenjing and Han Cong, who will make their first competitive appearance in more than three years. The event has added importance for Chinese skaters, with Olympic selection on the line.
\nSui and Han, the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic pairs champions, announced their comeback in June and the Cup of China will be their first competitive test.
\nWhile Sui and Han, aged 30 and 33, respectively, were once renowned for their synchronization, questions remain about how close to their top form they can get. They will perform two new programs in Chongqing.
\nFollowing the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, Sui never fully left the sport, resuming formal training at the end of last year with the goal of featuring at the Milan Games. Han had previously announced in 2023 that he would withdraw from all competitions during the 2026 Olympic cycle due to injury.
\nSince the Beijing Olympics, China's dominance in pairs skating has diminished, making the veteran pair's comeback particularly significant. Recent videos shared by Sui showed the duo training intensively during China's National Day holiday.
\nAdditionally, Zhang Jiaxuan and Huang Yihang, who secured China's Olympic spot in pairs, will also compete in Chongqing.
\nAs the second stop in the ISU Grand Prix series, the Cup of China attracts elite skaters from around the world. The event features 60 skaters from 14 countries and regions.
\nThe United States team has sent its top competitors in both women's singles and ice dance. The field includes 2025 world champion Alysa Liu in women's singles and three-time world ice dance champion duo Madison Chock and Evan Bates. Another notable US entry is defending women's singles champion Amber Glenn, who also won the 2024 Grand Prix Final and placed fifth at the 2025 World Championships.
\nIn women's singles, South Korea's Shin Ji-a, considered the successor to Kim Yu-na, and Lee Hae-in, the 2023 world silver medalist, are among the favorites. While Japan's top skater Kaori Sakamoto is not competing, other strong contenders like Hana Yoshida will feature. The 2023 European champion, Anastasiia Gubanova of Georgia, will also compete. China's women's singles will feature Zhu Yi and young skater Zhang Ruiyang.
\nThe men's singles competition will be equally competitive, featuring defending champion Shun Sato of Japan, South Korea's Cha Junhwan and Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov, the 2025 world silver medalist. China's veteran Jin Bo-yang will also make his season debut at the event.
\nIn pairs, Sui and Han will face defending champions Sara Conti and Niccolo Macii of Italy.
\nRace to Milan
\nThe combined results of the Cup of China and this year's National Championships will determine Team China's Olympic roster. The skater with the highest total score in each discipline will make the team.
\nChina has secured one Olympic spot each in men's singles, women's singles, ice dance and pairs.
\nThe returning Sui and Han will compete against the young pair of Zhang Jiaxuan and Huang for the Olympic spot.
\nZhang Jiaxuan and Huang, who recently moved up to the senior level, earned China's Olympic spot in pairs at the September qualification event and were last season's ISU Junior Grand Prix Final champions.
\nIn ice dance, veteran pair Wang Shiyue and Liu Xinyu will face challenges from the younger teams of Ren Junfei and Xing Jianing, and Xiao Zixi and He Linghao.
\nIn women's singles, Zhu and Zhang Ruiyang will compete for the Olympic spot, with 17-year-old Zhang Ruiyang having secured China's Olympic berth at the qualification event. In men's singles, Jin Boyang, Dai Dawei and Peng Zhi-ming will vie for the ticket to Milan.
\nThe Cup of China will take place from Oct 24-26, with Sui and Han performing their short program on the competition's first evening. This marks the fifth time Chongqing has hosted the event.
\nBARCELONA — La Liga's plan to hold a Barcelona match in Miami in December has been called off because of "uncertainty" about the game within Spain, the Spanish top flight said in a statement Tuesday.
\nChampion Barca was set to face Villarreal in the United States on Dec 20, which would have been the first European league fixture to be played abroad.
\nLa Liga said its promoter for the match decided to cancel the organization of the event because of "uncertainty generated in Spain in recent weeks".
\nThe Spanish top flight said it "deeply regrets that the project, which represented a historic and unparalleled opportunity to take Spanish football to the international stage, cannot go ahead".
\nTickets for the game at the Hard Rock Stadium were due to go on sale on Tuesday, but organizers said the presale was "delayed" before the plan was scrapped.
\nThe match will now be held at Villarreal's Estadio de la Ceramica home as normal.
\n"Barcelona respects and accepts the decision to cancel the match against Villarreal in Miami... just as we respected and accepted the decision to play when it was made at the time," said Barca in a statement.
\nThe Catalan giant said it regrets "the lost opportunity to expand the image of the competition in a strategic market with growth potential "and that US-based fans "will be deprived of witnessing" the game in person.
\nLa Liga published its statement during Villarreal's 2-0 Champions League defeat by Manchester City.
\n"It seems to me (to be) an absolute lack of respect to put out a statement about something that was planned, but will not happen, at halftime during a game," said Villarreal coach Marcelino Garcia Toral.
\n"It's a lack of respect to the directors of the club, the club itself, the professionals and the fans.
\n"Tomorrow, the club will make a statement about what they think, those are my thoughts."
\nThe plan to play the match in the US had already faced criticism.
\nThe Spanish Footballers' Association (AFE) organized protests against it last weekend, with players from every team not moving for 15 seconds at the start of each league match.
\nReal Madrid also railed against it, lobbying FIFA and UEFA to refrain from sanctioning the fixture, while goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said Tuesday that the decision to organize the game "distorts the competition".
\nMadrid captain Dani Carvajal told La Liga president Javier Tebas the game being held abroad would be "a stain" on the league.
\nLa Liga has been trying to hold a match abroad for several years, with this the closest it has come to doing so after European soccer governing body UEFA sanctioned the fixture.
\nUEFA said it opposed the idea of games being played overseas, but would allow it on an exceptional basis, along with a Serie A match set to take place in Australia in February between AC Milan and Como.
\n", + "content": "BARCELONA — La Liga's plan to hold a Barcelona match in Miami in December has been called off because of "uncertainty" about the game within Spain, the Spanish top flight said in a statement Tuesday.
\nChampion Barca was set to face Villarreal in the United States on Dec 20, which would have been the first European league fixture to be played abroad.
\nLa Liga said its promoter for the match decided to cancel the organization of the event because of "uncertainty generated in Spain in recent weeks".
\nThe Spanish top flight said it "deeply regrets that the project, which represented a historic and unparalleled opportunity to take Spanish football to the international stage, cannot go ahead".
\nTickets for the game at the Hard Rock Stadium were due to go on sale on Tuesday, but organizers said the presale was "delayed" before the plan was scrapped.
\nThe match will now be held at Villarreal's Estadio de la Ceramica home as normal.
\n"Barcelona respects and accepts the decision to cancel the match against Villarreal in Miami... just as we respected and accepted the decision to play when it was made at the time," said Barca in a statement.
\nThe Catalan giant said it regrets "the lost opportunity to expand the image of the competition in a strategic market with growth potential "and that US-based fans "will be deprived of witnessing" the game in person.
\nLa Liga published its statement during Villarreal's 2-0 Champions League defeat by Manchester City.
\n"It seems to me (to be) an absolute lack of respect to put out a statement about something that was planned, but will not happen, at halftime during a game," said Villarreal coach Marcelino Garcia Toral.
\n"It's a lack of respect to the directors of the club, the club itself, the professionals and the fans.
\n"Tomorrow, the club will make a statement about what they think, those are my thoughts."
\nThe plan to play the match in the US had already faced criticism.
\nThe Spanish Footballers' Association (AFE) organized protests against it last weekend, with players from every team not moving for 15 seconds at the start of each league match.
\nReal Madrid also railed against it, lobbying FIFA and UEFA to refrain from sanctioning the fixture, while goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said Tuesday that the decision to organize the game "distorts the competition".
\nMadrid captain Dani Carvajal told La Liga president Javier Tebas the game being held abroad would be "a stain" on the league.
\nLa Liga has been trying to hold a match abroad for several years, with this the closest it has come to doing so after European soccer governing body UEFA sanctioned the fixture.
\nUEFA said it opposed the idea of games being played overseas, but would allow it on an exceptional basis, along with a Serie A match set to take place in Australia in February between AC Milan and Como.
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Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander collides with Houston's Reed Sheppard during an NBA game on Tuesday in Oklahoma City. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points as the Thunder launched the defense of its NBA crown with a 125-124 double-overtime victory.
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Oklahoma City Thunder players pose with their rings in front of the championship banner before tip-off in their season opener against the Houston Rockets at Paycom Center on Tuesday in Oklahoma.
\nShai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder launched the defense of its NBA crown with a thrilling season-opening 125-124 double-overtime victory over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday.
\nGilgeous-Alexander, the reigning NBA and NBA Finals Most Valuable Player, drew a crucial foul with 2.3 seconds remaining before nailing two free throws to settle an epic duel with a new-look Rockets side spearheaded by Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun.
\nGilgeous-Alexander's winning free throws settled a triumphant occasion for the Thunder, which had earlier seen its players and staff presented with diamond-encrusted championship rings to mark last season's NBA Finals victory.
\nHowever after watching Oklahoma City hoist the franchise's first ever championship banner, the Rockets had threatened to spoil the party for long periods, with Sengun and Durant combining superbly to keep Houston in front for much of the game.
\n"Grit, determination and defense," Gilgeous-Alexander said when asked to sum up the Thunder's nail-biting win.
\n"We know that when we do it (on defense) we give ourselves a chance no matter what's going on — makes, misses, good luck or bad luck. We did enough defense tonight to get the win. We're pretty rusty, but it's a good start."
\nGilgeous-Alexander was backed by 28 points from Chet Holmgren, while Ajay Mitchell caught the eye with 16 points off the bench that included a trio of three-pointers.
\nTurkish star Sengun led the Houston scoring with 39 points that included five three-pointers, while Durant, who joined from the Phoenix Suns in the close season, added 23 points.
\nThe Rockets had led by 12 points in the third quarter, but Oklahoma City came roaring back to edge ahead late in the fourth quarter.
\nDurant put the Rockets back in front 104-102, but Gilgeous-Alexander's pull-up with three seconds remaining knotted the score once more and took it to overtime.
\nThe back and forth nature of the contest — which saw no fewer than 22 lead changes — continued in overtime, before Gilgeous-Alexander cleverly drew what turned out to be the decisive foul from Durant to secure the pair of free throws that settled the game.
\nGilgeous-Alexander had earlier been front and center of the festivities as Oklahoma City's players were presented with their 2024-25 championship rings.
\n"On behalf of the organization, myself and my teammates, we just want to say thank you," Gilgeous-Alexander said in remarks to the home crowd.
\n"From the moment we stepped here, the love has been unconditional. Whether we were losing by 40 or winning by 40, you guys never wavered, and we will never forget that. This ring is just as much yours as it is ours."
\nOklahoma City beat the Indiana Pacers in the Finals last season to win its first title since the franchise moved from Seattle in 2008. The Thunder won it all after a 68-14 regular season that earned it home-court advantage throughout the playoffs.
\nCommissioner Adam Silver addressed the crowd before awarding rings to Thunder chairman Clay Bennett and team president Sam Presti. After that, the players came through a tunnel one by one, first hugging Silver, then Presti before receiving their rings from Bennett.
\nLeague MVP Gilgeous-Alexander was the last to receive his ring. He received "M-V-P" chants as he stood in the tunnel in the moments before he stepped onto the court. After he received his box, he opened it, looked at the ring and shimmied before joining his teammates.
\n"It was surreal," Gilgeous-Alexander said. "I don't know how to describe it besides that. It was super fun, though. Seeing the banner raised was cool, too, knowing that it'll be up there forever. And we're the first group to bring the city a championship. It's a pretty special feeling."
\nThe rings, designed by jewelery specialist Jostens, are set in 14-karat gold with more than 800 custom-cut, hand-set gemstones.
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\nOklahoma City Thunder players pose with their rings in front of the championship banner before tip-off in their season opener against the Houston Rockets at Paycom Center on Tuesday in Oklahoma.
\nShai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder launched the defense of its NBA crown with a thrilling season-opening 125-124 double-overtime victory over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday.
\nGilgeous-Alexander, the reigning NBA and NBA Finals Most Valuable Player, drew a crucial foul with 2.3 seconds remaining before nailing two free throws to settle an epic duel with a new-look Rockets side spearheaded by Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun.
\nGilgeous-Alexander's winning free throws settled a triumphant occasion for the Thunder, which had earlier seen its players and staff presented with diamond-encrusted championship rings to mark last season's NBA Finals victory.
\nHowever after watching Oklahoma City hoist the franchise's first ever championship banner, the Rockets had threatened to spoil the party for long periods, with Sengun and Durant combining superbly to keep Houston in front for much of the game.
\n"Grit, determination and defense," Gilgeous-Alexander said when asked to sum up the Thunder's nail-biting win.
\n"We know that when we do it (on defense) we give ourselves a chance no matter what's going on — makes, misses, good luck or bad luck. We did enough defense tonight to get the win. We're pretty rusty, but it's a good start."
\nGilgeous-Alexander was backed by 28 points from Chet Holmgren, while Ajay Mitchell caught the eye with 16 points off the bench that included a trio of three-pointers.
\nTurkish star Sengun led the Houston scoring with 39 points that included five three-pointers, while Durant, who joined from the Phoenix Suns in the close season, added 23 points.
\nThe Rockets had led by 12 points in the third quarter, but Oklahoma City came roaring back to edge ahead late in the fourth quarter.
\nDurant put the Rockets back in front 104-102, but Gilgeous-Alexander's pull-up with three seconds remaining knotted the score once more and took it to overtime.
\nThe back and forth nature of the contest — which saw no fewer than 22 lead changes — continued in overtime, before Gilgeous-Alexander cleverly drew what turned out to be the decisive foul from Durant to secure the pair of free throws that settled the game.
\nGilgeous-Alexander had earlier been front and center of the festivities as Oklahoma City's players were presented with their 2024-25 championship rings.
\n"On behalf of the organization, myself and my teammates, we just want to say thank you," Gilgeous-Alexander said in remarks to the home crowd.
\n"From the moment we stepped here, the love has been unconditional. Whether we were losing by 40 or winning by 40, you guys never wavered, and we will never forget that. This ring is just as much yours as it is ours."
\nOklahoma City beat the Indiana Pacers in the Finals last season to win its first title since the franchise moved from Seattle in 2008. The Thunder won it all after a 68-14 regular season that earned it home-court advantage throughout the playoffs.
\nCommissioner Adam Silver addressed the crowd before awarding rings to Thunder chairman Clay Bennett and team president Sam Presti. After that, the players came through a tunnel one by one, first hugging Silver, then Presti before receiving their rings from Bennett.
\nLeague MVP Gilgeous-Alexander was the last to receive his ring. He received "M-V-P" chants as he stood in the tunnel in the moments before he stepped onto the court. After he received his box, he opened it, looked at the ring and shimmied before joining his teammates.
\n"It was surreal," Gilgeous-Alexander said. "I don't know how to describe it besides that. It was super fun, though. Seeing the banner raised was cool, too, knowing that it'll be up there forever. And we're the first group to bring the city a championship. It's a pretty special feeling."
\nThe rings, designed by jewelery specialist Jostens, are set in 14-karat gold with more than 800 custom-cut, hand-set gemstones.
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Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler drives against Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic during an NBA game in Los Angeles on Tuesday.
\nLOS ANGELES — The Golden State Warriors emphatically signaled their intentions for the new NBA season on Tuesday, romping past Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers 119-109 in a clash of Western Conference rivals.
\nJimmy Butler scored 31 points, Stephen Curry added 23 and the Warriors broke open a close game with an 18-4 run to start the third quarter and never looked back.
\nGolden State withstood a 43-point performance from Doncic. The Slovenian star, acquired in a blockbuster trade last February, added 12 rebounds and nine assists.
\nIt wasn't enough, and Lakers superstar LeBron James could only watch from the sideline.
\nJames, entering an unprecedented 23rd season, was sidelined for the first opening night of his career as he deals with sciatica.
\n"It's always different when he's not there," Warriors veteran Draymond Green said. "Obviously, we've had battles with Luka. Luka is an incredible player, but Bron is Bron."
\nThe NBA's all-time leading scorer, chasing a fifth title, likely won't be available before November, and, after Tuesday's performance, it looked as if the four-time champion's season debut can't come soon enough for the Lakers.
\nWarriors coach Steve Kerr said Butler's performance — which included a perfect 16 for 16 from the free throw line — was key, and just what the Warriors were looking for when they acquired him last February.
\n"He really complements Steph and Draymond as well," Kerr said. "Not only the free throws, but the ball security. We've been a high turnover team for a long time. We need his ability to settle down.
\n"And when you get to the line like that, it puts a ton of pressure on your opponent."
\nThe Warriors emerged from a tight first quarter with a 28-22 lead. Butler led the way with 12 points.
\nGreen was slapped with his first technical foul of the season midway through the first quarter for chirping at officials from the bench.
\nCurry scored just three points in the first quarter, but came up with three steals as the Lakers turned the ball over nine times.
\nThe Warriors pushed their lead to as wide as 10 points in the third, but the Lakers clawed back, taking a one-point lead after a pair of three-pointers from Rui Hachimura to energize the Crypto.com Arena crowd.
\nThey went up 54-53 on a three-pointer by Doncic, before Butler closed the first half with a pair of free throws to make it 55-54 to the Warriors at the break. Golden State then had all the answers in the second half.
\n"It's good to get a win to start the season," Green said, but added that with a long campaign ahead "it doesn't really mean much".
\n"We were fighting upstream most of last year, and we don't want to do that this year. So it's important to get off to a good start."
\nRecord 135 int'l players
\nA record 135 players born outside the United States were on opening-night rosters, the NBA said on Tuesday, with 43 countries represented across six continents.
\nIt marked the 12th consecutive year that the league's opening-night rosters have featured at least 100 international players.
\nThe previous record for international players was 125 at the start of the 2023-24 season.
\nFor a 12th consecutive season, Canada is the most-represented country outside the US with 23 players, a group headlined by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who led the Oklahoma City Thunder to the NBA title in June.
\nFrance has 19 players, followed by Australia (13), Germany (7) and Serbia (6).
\nThe Atlanta Hawks feature a record-tying 10 international players, followed by the Portland Trail Blazers and Golden State Warriors with seven apiece.
\nThe NBA said there were a record 71 European players on opening-night rosters, a group that includes Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece), Nikola Jokic (Serbia), Doncic (Slovenia) and Victor Wembanyama (France).
\nThe NBA is staging three regular-season games outside of the US and Canada this season as part of the league's push to grow the game globally.
\n", + "content": "Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler drives against Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic during an NBA game in Los Angeles on Tuesday.
\nLOS ANGELES — The Golden State Warriors emphatically signaled their intentions for the new NBA season on Tuesday, romping past Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers 119-109 in a clash of Western Conference rivals.
\nJimmy Butler scored 31 points, Stephen Curry added 23 and the Warriors broke open a close game with an 18-4 run to start the third quarter and never looked back.
\nGolden State withstood a 43-point performance from Doncic. The Slovenian star, acquired in a blockbuster trade last February, added 12 rebounds and nine assists.
\nIt wasn't enough, and Lakers superstar LeBron James could only watch from the sideline.
\nJames, entering an unprecedented 23rd season, was sidelined for the first opening night of his career as he deals with sciatica.
\n"It's always different when he's not there," Warriors veteran Draymond Green said. "Obviously, we've had battles with Luka. Luka is an incredible player, but Bron is Bron."
\nThe NBA's all-time leading scorer, chasing a fifth title, likely won't be available before November, and, after Tuesday's performance, it looked as if the four-time champion's season debut can't come soon enough for the Lakers.
\nWarriors coach Steve Kerr said Butler's performance — which included a perfect 16 for 16 from the free throw line — was key, and just what the Warriors were looking for when they acquired him last February.
\n"He really complements Steph and Draymond as well," Kerr said. "Not only the free throws, but the ball security. We've been a high turnover team for a long time. We need his ability to settle down.
\n"And when you get to the line like that, it puts a ton of pressure on your opponent."
\nThe Warriors emerged from a tight first quarter with a 28-22 lead. Butler led the way with 12 points.
\nGreen was slapped with his first technical foul of the season midway through the first quarter for chirping at officials from the bench.
\nCurry scored just three points in the first quarter, but came up with three steals as the Lakers turned the ball over nine times.
\nThe Warriors pushed their lead to as wide as 10 points in the third, but the Lakers clawed back, taking a one-point lead after a pair of three-pointers from Rui Hachimura to energize the Crypto.com Arena crowd.
\nThey went up 54-53 on a three-pointer by Doncic, before Butler closed the first half with a pair of free throws to make it 55-54 to the Warriors at the break. Golden State then had all the answers in the second half.
\n"It's good to get a win to start the season," Green said, but added that with a long campaign ahead "it doesn't really mean much".
\n"We were fighting upstream most of last year, and we don't want to do that this year. So it's important to get off to a good start."
\nRecord 135 int'l players
\nA record 135 players born outside the United States were on opening-night rosters, the NBA said on Tuesday, with 43 countries represented across six continents.
\nIt marked the 12th consecutive year that the league's opening-night rosters have featured at least 100 international players.
\nThe previous record for international players was 125 at the start of the 2023-24 season.
\nFor a 12th consecutive season, Canada is the most-represented country outside the US with 23 players, a group headlined by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who led the Oklahoma City Thunder to the NBA title in June.
\nFrance has 19 players, followed by Australia (13), Germany (7) and Serbia (6).
\nThe Atlanta Hawks feature a record-tying 10 international players, followed by the Portland Trail Blazers and Golden State Warriors with seven apiece.
\nThe NBA said there were a record 71 European players on opening-night rosters, a group that includes Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece), Nikola Jokic (Serbia), Doncic (Slovenia) and Victor Wembanyama (France).
\nThe NBA is staging three regular-season games outside of the US and Canada this season as part of the league's push to grow the game globally.
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A section of the Tofana Schuss at the Olimpia delle Tofane alpine ski venue for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.
\nThe International Ski and Snowboard Federation says its council has voted against allowing athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete in qualifiers for the upcoming Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics.
\nThe decision Tuesday by the council of the governing body, known as FIS, effectively blocks Russian skiers and snowboarders from dozens of events at February's Games.
\nThe International Olympic Committee allows athletes from Russia and its ally Belarus to compete as "Individual Neutral Athletes", as they did at last year's summer Games in Paris.
\nHowever, the IOC allows the international federations that run each sport to decide whether to use the system in their qualifiers. FIS, which has barred the Russia and Belarus national teams since 2022, has opted against allowing neutral athletes.
\nFIS said the decision also applies to Paralympic events it oversees. The International Paralympic Committee restored Russia and Belarus to full membership last month.
\nRussia's national ski association expressed "deep disappointment "following the FIS council vote, which it called discriminatory.
\n"We will continue to actively pursue all available avenues to ensure that athletes are not penalized for political circumstances beyond their control, including through legal action," it said.
\nThe decision comes four days before the first Alpine skiing World Cup event of the season, a women's giant slalom in Austria.
\nRussia isn't a major power in the marquee Alpine skiing events, but is one of the strongest nations in cross-country and a repeat medalist in snowboard slalom, ski jumping and freestyle.
\nAllowing Russians to compete as neutral athletes could have caused friction between FIS and the mainly northern European countries that host its World Cup events.
\nOne day after Russia's conflict with Ukraine began in February 2022, FIS declared that Russian skiers could keep competing, but without their national flag or anthem. A day later, Norway pledged to bar the Russians from upcoming competitions it was hosting. FIS swiftly backtracked on its policy and excluded Russian skiers altogether.
\nFIS is by far the biggest of the nine international sports federations which oversee sports on the Olympic program. Its events will make up almost half of the total medals awarded at Milano-Cortina 2026.
\nWithout Russian representation in ski events, the number of "neutral athletes" at the Games could be as low as single figures, depending on how qualifiers go in other sports.
\nSo far, only the governing bodies for ice skating and the new sport of ski mountaineering have opened up paths for Russians to qualify.
\nSports like hockey and biathlon have kept bans in place, but there could soon be Russians back on the track in qualifiers for bobsled and skeleton.
\nThe International Bobsled and Skeleton Federation said Monday its appeals tribunal had partly overturned a ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes that was imposed in 2022. The tribunal ruled that the IBSF had to allow athletes who are deemed to meet IOC regulations for neutrals.
\nThe IBSF was due to hold a meeting Tuesday "to analyze the order and discuss the next steps", it said. World Cup events begin next month and offer Olympic qualification ranking points.
\nTwo Russian figure skaters and one from Belarus qualified as neutrals last month, and more could follow in speed skating via upcoming qualifiers. One Russian has qualified for a spot in ski mountaineering, the only confirmed neutral athlete in a snow sport.
\nBy contrast, there were 206 athletes on the Russian Olympic Committee team at Beijing 2022, while 24 competed for Belarus.
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\nThe International Ski and Snowboard Federation says its council has voted against allowing athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete in qualifiers for the upcoming Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics.
\nThe decision Tuesday by the council of the governing body, known as FIS, effectively blocks Russian skiers and snowboarders from dozens of events at February's Games.
\nThe International Olympic Committee allows athletes from Russia and its ally Belarus to compete as "Individual Neutral Athletes", as they did at last year's summer Games in Paris.
\nHowever, the IOC allows the international federations that run each sport to decide whether to use the system in their qualifiers. FIS, which has barred the Russia and Belarus national teams since 2022, has opted against allowing neutral athletes.
\nFIS said the decision also applies to Paralympic events it oversees. The International Paralympic Committee restored Russia and Belarus to full membership last month.
\nRussia's national ski association expressed "deep disappointment "following the FIS council vote, which it called discriminatory.
\n"We will continue to actively pursue all available avenues to ensure that athletes are not penalized for political circumstances beyond their control, including through legal action," it said.
\nThe decision comes four days before the first Alpine skiing World Cup event of the season, a women's giant slalom in Austria.
\nRussia isn't a major power in the marquee Alpine skiing events, but is one of the strongest nations in cross-country and a repeat medalist in snowboard slalom, ski jumping and freestyle.
\nAllowing Russians to compete as neutral athletes could have caused friction between FIS and the mainly northern European countries that host its World Cup events.
\nOne day after Russia's conflict with Ukraine began in February 2022, FIS declared that Russian skiers could keep competing, but without their national flag or anthem. A day later, Norway pledged to bar the Russians from upcoming competitions it was hosting. FIS swiftly backtracked on its policy and excluded Russian skiers altogether.
\nFIS is by far the biggest of the nine international sports federations which oversee sports on the Olympic program. Its events will make up almost half of the total medals awarded at Milano-Cortina 2026.
\nWithout Russian representation in ski events, the number of "neutral athletes" at the Games could be as low as single figures, depending on how qualifiers go in other sports.
\nSo far, only the governing bodies for ice skating and the new sport of ski mountaineering have opened up paths for Russians to qualify.
\nSports like hockey and biathlon have kept bans in place, but there could soon be Russians back on the track in qualifiers for bobsled and skeleton.
\nThe International Bobsled and Skeleton Federation said Monday its appeals tribunal had partly overturned a ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes that was imposed in 2022. The tribunal ruled that the IBSF had to allow athletes who are deemed to meet IOC regulations for neutrals.
\nThe IBSF was due to hold a meeting Tuesday "to analyze the order and discuss the next steps", it said. World Cup events begin next month and offer Olympic qualification ranking points.
\nTwo Russian figure skaters and one from Belarus qualified as neutrals last month, and more could follow in speed skating via upcoming qualifiers. One Russian has qualified for a spot in ski mountaineering, the only confirmed neutral athlete in a snow sport.
\nBy contrast, there were 206 athletes on the Russian Olympic Committee team at Beijing 2022, while 24 competed for Belarus.
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\nSix years ago, during his first academic exchange at Renmin University of China, the country's vitality left a lasting impression on him. Since then, he has developed the habit of taking home Chinese books after each visit to better understand the country.
\nAmong those books, Filho said, one title stands out as "deeply inspiring" — Xi Jinping: The Governance of China.
\n"I got to know the book from my first trip to Beijing," he said.
\n"It offers profound insights into China's development philosophy," said Filho, who concluded his fifth trip to China last week.
\nThe first volume of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China was published in 2014, and the series has since expanded to five volumes, published in 43 languages and distributed in more than 180 countries and regions worldwide.
\nFilho noted that several Brazilian parties and organizations have the Portuguese edition. "We believe President Xi Jinping's leadership is crucial not only for China but also for the world. The current Brazilian government is very inspired by his vision," he said.
\nFilho praised China's capacity for long-term planning — a defining feature of its governance model — and emphasized that a strong nation must plan decades ahead, not merely for the next few years.
\nSince 1953, China has implemented 14 five-year plans, taking a historic leap in economic and social development. The draft proposals of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), which are being discussed at the ongoing fourth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee, are expected to further advance the country's modernization drive.
\nWhat impressed Filho most is China's "people-centered" development philosophy. He noted that President Xi's vision goes beyond economic growth to ensure people's "comfort and prosperity". In many countries, governments chase GDP figures while overlooking public well-being, a path that is "neither fair nor sustainable", he said.
\nFilho commended China's strong commitment to sustainable development and its efforts to balance economic growth with environmental protection. "Humanity is part of nature and must not act aggressively against it. If no action is taken within the next 10, 20 or 30 years, our civilization could face collapse," he said, adding that China's pursuit of energy and ecological transition is vital.
\nHe also highlighted the strong complementarities between Brazil and China in the field of sustainable development, which have offered vast potential for cooperation.
\nSergey Shakhray, former Russian deputy prime minister, shares a similar admiration for Xi's governance philosophy.
\nA longtime reader of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China, Shakhray said: "I closely follow President Xi's speeches. The Russian edition of Volume I was published in 2014. I have the first four volumes on my desk, and I'm eager to get the fifth, which came out in July."
\nHe described the series as a window into China's domestic and diplomatic thinking from the perspective of its top leader. "What impressed me most is President Xi's vision of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation — achieved through self-reliance, not at the expense of others," he said.
\nFor Shakhray, China's development path offers valuable lessons for other countries. "If you ask me why China has succeeded, that's a question worthy of a PhD thesis," he said with a smile. "One key reason lies in the Party's centralized leadership combined with a high degree of economic autonomy for local governments and individuals."
\nShakhray said that for decades, debates have persisted over which model of democracy is superior. "Yet facts speak louder than words."
\nNoting that when New China was founded in 1949, it was among the poorest countries in the world, while by the end of 2020, China had completely eradicated absolute poverty, Shakhray described the achievement as the most convincing answer to the democracy debate. "It proved that governance effectiveness matters more than ideological labels," he said.
\nHe added that China's digital transformation and advances in artificial intelligence — exemplified by applications like DeepSeek — further demonstrate the vitality and creativity of Chinese modernization.
\nYuri Tavrovsky, head of the Expert Council of the Russian-Chinese Committee for Friendship, Peace and Development, described Xi's leadership as "the hallmark of a new era".
\n"President Xi is not only a thinker and philosopher, but also a man of action — he practices what he says," Tavrovsky said.
\nHe said he was impressed by Xi's vision of the Chinese Dream — the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation — and noted that China has laid out a long-term development blueprint extending to the middle of this century.
\n"It is the only national plan in the world that looks so far into the future, and it is being implemented step by step," Tavrovsky said.
\nHe praised Xi's global initiatives as China's most valuable "intellectual contribution" to the world. "Concepts such as building a community with a shared future for humanity serve as a lighthouse, guiding countries through a turbulent international landscape."
\nTavrovsky noted that the Global Governance Initiative proposed by Xi is particularly timely amid widening global governance deficits. "Western countries often speak of a 'rules-based international order', but those so-called rules tend to shift with their interests. President Xi isn't seeking to replace the existing system, but to make it fairer and more equitable — one grounded in the principles of the United Nations Charter," he said.
\nSohail Mahmood, director-general of the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad, Pakistan, said China is increasingly becoming a key force for global peace and security, actively contributing to the resolution of international challenges.
\nHe said the Belt and Road Initiative has enhanced land and maritime connectivity, serving as a landmark platform for cooperation and shared development, while Xi's four major global initiatives are "global public goods that contribute to a fairer and more equitable world order".
\n"These initiatives offer a vision — one of a peaceful, stable and cooperative world rooted in traditional Chinese wisdom," Mahmood said. "They have been and will continue to be welcomed by the vast majority of countries, particularly in the Global South. Pakistan fully supports all of them."
\nPhinij Jarusombat, head of the Thai-Chinese Cultural Relationship Council, said: "President Xi Jinping's governance and administrative thoughts are visionary and have made significant contributions to the development of human society. The Chinese people are fortunate to have a great nation and leader."
\nAbdulaziz Alshaabani, a researcher at the Al Riyadh Center for Political and Strategic Studies in Saudi Arabia, said that China's leadership has a clearer understanding of the historical nature of its own development path — one that balances long-term vision with pragmatic implementation.
\nChina's governance "unites social thinking around the common goal of national rejuvenation, forming a future-oriented spiritual consensus — which can be termed 'harmonious modernization'," he said.
\nContact the writers at zhaojia@chinadaily.com.cn
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