While China's capital city of Beijing and major cities like Shanghai remain top destinations for young job seekers, new first-tier cities, especially in East China's Yangtze River Delta, are gaining ground in the battle for talent, as they offer robust manufacturing and innovation capabilities, flexible talent programs and promising career prospects, according to a recent report.
\nThe report, by Beijing-based education consultancy MyCOS, indicated that Beijing and Shanghai have been the two most attractive cities for undergraduates over the past three years.
\nIt noted that, from 2022 to 2024, 82 percent of surveyed undergraduates who found jobs in Beijing came from outside the city. They were attracted by Beijing's strong economy, abundant job opportunities and higher potential for wellpaid positions. In Shanghai, the figure was 75 percent.
\nHowever, since salary is no longer the sole factor in a city's appeal to young job seekers, smaller cities are using flexible talent programs, lower living costs, improved quality of life, and strong economies to attract talent, according to MyCOS.
\nIn Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province, 67 percent of surveyed undergraduates who found jobs from 2022 to 2024 were from outside the city, up from 65 percent from 2018 to 2020. Other cities in the Yangtze River Delta, including Suzhou and Nanjing in Jiangsu province and Ningbo in Zhejiang, have also seen an increase in out-oftown undergraduates taking local jobs, thanks to favorable talent policies and improved public services.
\nAccording to the Nanjing-based Yangtze Evening Post, undergraduates looking for jobs in Nanjing can receive free accommodation for up to 14 days. They can also apply for a 2,000 yuan ($280) subsidy and secure a loan of up to 500,000 yuan for their first entrepreneurial venture in the city.
\nLi Zhiyuan, a 28-year-old engineer at a small artificial intelligence tech company in Hangzhou, told China Daily: "My parents thought I was crazy when I decided to take a job here since I've never lived or studied in the city before."
\nAfter earning his bachelor's degree in Beijing and his master's in Shanghai, Li chose Hangzhou because of its favorable talent programs, digital economy strength and slower work pace.
\n"The city grants generous onetime subsidies of 10,000 yuan ($1,400) to undergraduates, 30,000 yuan to postgraduates, and 100,000 yuan to doctoral graduates. The working and living environment is good, and I think I can get myself good prospects here," he said.
\nLi Chang'an, a professor at the Academy of China Open Economy Studies at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, noted the growing preference among young people for smaller cities.
\n"China has an increasing number of college graduates each year, leading to growing employment pressure and intensified competition," the professor said. "More young people are seeking new opportunities in new first-tier and second-tier cities, or even counties, to ease the pressure."
\nHe added that supportive government policies in smaller cities have helped to attract young talent. "These new first-tier or smaller cities have a better living environment with lower living costs and more opportunities for entrepreneurship, but it is still important for them to figure out ways to retain talent," he said.
\nchengsi@chinadaily.com.cn
\nWhile China's capital city of Beijing and major cities like Shanghai remain top destinations for young job seekers, new first-tier cities, especially in East China's Yangtze River Delta, are gaining ground in the battle for talent, as they offer robust manufacturing and innovation capabilities, flexible talent programs and promising career prospects, according to a recent report.
\nThe report, by Beijing-based education consultancy MyCOS, indicated that Beijing and Shanghai have been the two most attractive cities for undergraduates over the past three years.
\nIt noted that, from 2022 to 2024, 82 percent of surveyed undergraduates who found jobs in Beijing came from outside the city. They were attracted by Beijing's strong economy, abundant job opportunities and higher potential for wellpaid positions. In Shanghai, the figure was 75 percent.
\nHowever, since salary is no longer the sole factor in a city's appeal to young job seekers, smaller cities are using flexible talent programs, lower living costs, improved quality of life, and strong economies to attract talent, according to MyCOS.
\nIn Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province, 67 percent of surveyed undergraduates who found jobs from 2022 to 2024 were from outside the city, up from 65 percent from 2018 to 2020. Other cities in the Yangtze River Delta, including Suzhou and Nanjing in Jiangsu province and Ningbo in Zhejiang, have also seen an increase in out-oftown undergraduates taking local jobs, thanks to favorable talent policies and improved public services.
\nAccording to the Nanjing-based Yangtze Evening Post, undergraduates looking for jobs in Nanjing can receive free accommodation for up to 14 days. They can also apply for a 2,000 yuan ($280) subsidy and secure a loan of up to 500,000 yuan for their first entrepreneurial venture in the city.
\nLi Zhiyuan, a 28-year-old engineer at a small artificial intelligence tech company in Hangzhou, told China Daily: "My parents thought I was crazy when I decided to take a job here since I've never lived or studied in the city before."
\nAfter earning his bachelor's degree in Beijing and his master's in Shanghai, Li chose Hangzhou because of its favorable talent programs, digital economy strength and slower work pace.
\n"The city grants generous onetime subsidies of 10,000 yuan ($1,400) to undergraduates, 30,000 yuan to postgraduates, and 100,000 yuan to doctoral graduates. The working and living environment is good, and I think I can get myself good prospects here," he said.
\nLi Chang'an, a professor at the Academy of China Open Economy Studies at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, noted the growing preference among young people for smaller cities.
\n"China has an increasing number of college graduates each year, leading to growing employment pressure and intensified competition," the professor said. "More young people are seeking new opportunities in new first-tier and second-tier cities, or even counties, to ease the pressure."
\nHe added that supportive government policies in smaller cities have helped to attract young talent. "These new first-tier or smaller cities have a better living environment with lower living costs and more opportunities for entrepreneurship, but it is still important for them to figure out ways to retain talent," he said.
\nchengsi@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nA team of Chinese and Italian scientists has developed a groundbreaking method for splitting hydrogen at room temperature, potentially enhancing the efficiency and quality of producing key chemical products. The study, published in the journal Science on Friday, addresses a long-standing challenge in heterolytic hydrogen dissociation chemistry.
\nHydrogenation, a fundamental reaction in the chemical industry, involves hydrogen dissociation, which can occur through homolytic or heterolytic pathways. It is estimated that 25 percent of all the chemical processes include at least one hydrogenation step.
\nHeterolytic dissociation is crucial for producing fine chemicals, as it generates reactive, polar hydrogen species that selectively reduce polar functional groups. However, this process usually requires high temperatures and pressures, leading to increased energy consumption and safety concerns.
\nTo overcome these challenges, the researchers developed a lightinduced strategy to achieve heterolytic hydrogen dissociation at room temperature. Using titanium dioxide supported with gold nanoparticles as a photocatalyst, they found that exposure to ultraviolet light causes electrons to migrate from titanium dioxide to gold nanoparticles.
\nConcurrently, holes are captured at interfacial defects formed by the gold-oxygen-titanium connection, facilitating heterolytic hydrogen dissociation. The activity scales almost linearly with light intensity, confirming the photocatalytic nature of the process.
\nThe strategy's advantages were demonstrated by reducing inert carbon dioxide with the dissociated hydrogen species. The scientists found that these species could almost fully reduce carbon dioxide at room temperature, producing ethane as the sole product.
\nBy connecting this process with a photocatalytic ethane dehydrogenation device, they could convert carbon dioxide into ethylene with a yield exceeding 99 percent. This process remained stable for over 1,500 hours under ultraviolet light, indicating the catalyst's long-term stability.
\nFurther research showed that light-induced hydrogen dissociation is universal and can be extended to visible-light responsive photocatalysts.
\nA demonstration using solar energy to convert carbon dioxide achieved an ethane selectivity of up to 90 percent.
\n"This work offers a promising route to produce high-value chemicals like ethane and ethylene from hydrogen and carbon dioxide under mild conditions, which could lower the energy cost and reduce carbon emissions," said Wang Feng, the study's first corresponding author and a researcher at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
\n"In the future, we hope the strategy can develop into a scalable, sunlight-driven or photothermal coupled technique to upgrade modern coal-based chemical industries," Wang added.
\nlimenghan@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", @@ -9531,28 +9509,6 @@ "hash": "0211fbdb3b22b8de86ec571e8524eb4e", "highlights": [] }, - { - "title": "004COMMENT - China plays a vital role in SCO's green transition", - "description": "In recent years, despite sustained growth in global investment in renewable energy, some developed countries' new policies favor increasing the use of fossil fuels. With major changes in clean energy tax credit policies in the United States' "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" of 2025 — such as the introduction of an annual rent on wind and solar projects and the reduction of tax incentives for clean energy — the global energy landscape seems to be subtly shifting back toward fossil fuels. The US tilt toward traditional energy projects, along with some other countries' continued reliance on advanced fossil fuel technologies to meet their short-term economic growth needs, show why climate change is worsening. These countries' policy orientation is disturbing the balance between global energy supply and demand, and could hinder the green transition.
\nGiven this development, China — as a large country and core member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization — must not only adapt to external environmental shifts but also seek fresh opportunities within multilateral cooperation frameworks. Utilizing the SCO as a collaborative platform and upholding the Shanghai Spirit, China prioritizes people-centered development, reforming and refining of the global governance system, enhancing the well-being of SCO member states' populations, protecting the ecological environment, achieving energy transition, strengthening green industry cooperation, and making greater contributions to advance the community with a shared future for humanity.
\nIn response to this complex situation, the Chinese government has taken a series of measures to strengthen national energy security and expeditiously optimize and upgrade its energy structure. First, by continuing to promote the development of China's new energy sector, the government is supporting R&D in clean energy technologies such as wind and solar power, and encouraging enterprises to innovate through subsidy policies that reduce costs.
\nSecond, in response to potential price fluctuations and unstable supply in the international market, China has strengthened its strategic relationships with major oil-producing countries, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, by signing multiple long-term oil supply agreements to diversify crude oil import channels.
\nBesides, China has been participating in global energy governance through multilateral platforms such as the SCO and BRICS to call for joint efforts by all countries to address climate change and promote the formation of a fair and reasonable global energy governance system.
\nAt the sixth meeting of the environmental ministers of SCO member states, held recently, the participants signed a joint statement and announced that the SCO would take measures to strengthen cooperation in order to achieve sustainable development. Moreover, the SCO summit in Tianjin announced to promote cooperation in green industry and sustainable energy development.
\nRegarding sustainable energy development, the SCO emphasizes the imperative to safeguard energy security, ensure stability in energy markets, and advance a proper energy transition tailored to each nation's specific circumstances and developmental priorities. Within the framework of SCO energy cooperation, member states will engage in pragmatic collaboration through joint projects such as new energy infrastructure development. Cooperation in scientific and technological innovation is to be advanced by developing and applying advanced energy technologies, while simultaneously refining talent cultivation mechanisms to foster favorable conditions for technological innovation.
\nRegarding green industry cooperation, the statement underscores that protecting the ecological environment and promoting green development constitute vital areas of collaboration among SCO member states. Member states are to deepen policy and information exchange by advancing the integrated development of green industry product supply chains and researching unified green industry standards compliant with international norms, while sharing experiences and best practices in the green industry sector. Green industry cooperation is to be strengthened through measures such as promoting the research, development, and dissemination of advanced green technologies via scientific research cooperation projects.
\nThe Shanghai Spirit, comprising "mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality, consultation, respect for diversity of civilizations, and pursuit of common development" is not only the basic principle on which SCO member states' relations are based but also provides a solid theoretical foundation for deepening energy cooperation in the region.
\nChina, guided by the Shanghai Spirit, has been deepening cooperation with other SCO member states in the energy sector. For example, in infrastructure construction, China is promoting the joint construction of key facilities such as oil pipelines and power grids along the Belt and Road routes, thus meeting local economic development needs and promoting interconnectivity among regions.
\nIn terms of technological exchanges, China shares its rich experiences and technical expertise in the development and use of clean energy with other SCO member states, while also collaborating with them to overcome technical challenges during their transition to clean energy. And when it comes to financial support, the China-Eurasia Economic Cooperation Fund has been advancing green energy projects to support SCO member states looking for investment in the green economy, especially green energy, thereby promoting long-term sustainable development.
\nAs a responsible major country, China is committed to contributing to the resolution of global issues. Amid the fast-changing global energy landscape, China should adhere to its low-carbon and green development path, and play a leading role in the development of the green economy, setting an example for other countries and regions.
\nThrough joint efforts, within the framework of the SCO, China can achieve even more fruitful results that help to maintain global energy security and promote sustainable development.
\nThe views don't necessarily reflect those of China Daily.
\n", - "content": "In recent years, despite sustained growth in global investment in renewable energy, some developed countries' new policies favor increasing the use of fossil fuels. With major changes in clean energy tax credit policies in the United States' "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" of 2025 — such as the introduction of an annual rent on wind and solar projects and the reduction of tax incentives for clean energy — the global energy landscape seems to be subtly shifting back toward fossil fuels. The US tilt toward traditional energy projects, along with some other countries' continued reliance on advanced fossil fuel technologies to meet their short-term economic growth needs, show why climate change is worsening. These countries' policy orientation is disturbing the balance between global energy supply and demand, and could hinder the green transition.
\nGiven this development, China — as a large country and core member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization — must not only adapt to external environmental shifts but also seek fresh opportunities within multilateral cooperation frameworks. Utilizing the SCO as a collaborative platform and upholding the Shanghai Spirit, China prioritizes people-centered development, reforming and refining of the global governance system, enhancing the well-being of SCO member states' populations, protecting the ecological environment, achieving energy transition, strengthening green industry cooperation, and making greater contributions to advance the community with a shared future for humanity.
\nIn response to this complex situation, the Chinese government has taken a series of measures to strengthen national energy security and expeditiously optimize and upgrade its energy structure. First, by continuing to promote the development of China's new energy sector, the government is supporting R&D in clean energy technologies such as wind and solar power, and encouraging enterprises to innovate through subsidy policies that reduce costs.
\nSecond, in response to potential price fluctuations and unstable supply in the international market, China has strengthened its strategic relationships with major oil-producing countries, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, by signing multiple long-term oil supply agreements to diversify crude oil import channels.
\nBesides, China has been participating in global energy governance through multilateral platforms such as the SCO and BRICS to call for joint efforts by all countries to address climate change and promote the formation of a fair and reasonable global energy governance system.
\nAt the sixth meeting of the environmental ministers of SCO member states, held recently, the participants signed a joint statement and announced that the SCO would take measures to strengthen cooperation in order to achieve sustainable development. Moreover, the SCO summit in Tianjin announced to promote cooperation in green industry and sustainable energy development.
\nRegarding sustainable energy development, the SCO emphasizes the imperative to safeguard energy security, ensure stability in energy markets, and advance a proper energy transition tailored to each nation's specific circumstances and developmental priorities. Within the framework of SCO energy cooperation, member states will engage in pragmatic collaboration through joint projects such as new energy infrastructure development. Cooperation in scientific and technological innovation is to be advanced by developing and applying advanced energy technologies, while simultaneously refining talent cultivation mechanisms to foster favorable conditions for technological innovation.
\nRegarding green industry cooperation, the statement underscores that protecting the ecological environment and promoting green development constitute vital areas of collaboration among SCO member states. Member states are to deepen policy and information exchange by advancing the integrated development of green industry product supply chains and researching unified green industry standards compliant with international norms, while sharing experiences and best practices in the green industry sector. Green industry cooperation is to be strengthened through measures such as promoting the research, development, and dissemination of advanced green technologies via scientific research cooperation projects.
\nThe Shanghai Spirit, comprising "mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality, consultation, respect for diversity of civilizations, and pursuit of common development" is not only the basic principle on which SCO member states' relations are based but also provides a solid theoretical foundation for deepening energy cooperation in the region.
\nChina, guided by the Shanghai Spirit, has been deepening cooperation with other SCO member states in the energy sector. For example, in infrastructure construction, China is promoting the joint construction of key facilities such as oil pipelines and power grids along the Belt and Road routes, thus meeting local economic development needs and promoting interconnectivity among regions.
\nIn terms of technological exchanges, China shares its rich experiences and technical expertise in the development and use of clean energy with other SCO member states, while also collaborating with them to overcome technical challenges during their transition to clean energy. And when it comes to financial support, the China-Eurasia Economic Cooperation Fund has been advancing green energy projects to support SCO member states looking for investment in the green economy, especially green energy, thereby promoting long-term sustainable development.
\nAs a responsible major country, China is committed to contributing to the resolution of global issues. Amid the fast-changing global energy landscape, China should adhere to its low-carbon and green development path, and play a leading role in the development of the green economy, setting an example for other countries and regions.
\nThrough joint efforts, within the framework of the SCO, China can achieve even more fruitful results that help to maintain global energy security and promote sustainable development.
\nThe views don't necessarily reflect those of China Daily.
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A staff member of State Grid Taizhou in Jiangsu province briefs pupils on power safety awareness and protection at the Jiulong Experimental School in Hailing district, in a bid to publicize safe electricity use among the public.
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\nVisa-free policy will be reciprocated: Putin
\nRussia will reciprocate the decision of Chinese authorities to introduce visa-free travel for Russian citizens, President Vladimir Putin told an economic forum in Vladivostok on Friday. China has said it will extend visa-free travel to ordinary passport holders from Russia on a trial basis. The visa exemption will be valid for a period of one year from Sept 15, allowing entry to China for no more than 30 days.
\nUNITED STATES
\nTrump to sign order to rename department
\nUS President Donald Trump was reportedly preparing to sign an executive order on Friday to rebrand the Department of Defense as the Department of War. The order would allow the name to be used as a secondary title in official correspondence, with references such as "Secretary of War", reported local media outlets. A full legal change would still require congressional approval. Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had argued the revival underscores a stronger "warrior ethos". Critics warned it could incur high costs and distract from security priorities.
\nITALY
\nFashion designer Giorgio Armani dies
\nGiorgio Armani, the iconic Italian designer, passed away at the age of 91, the company he founded and led for five decades announced on Thursday. Armani was one of the most recognizable names and faces in the global fashion industry. He founded his self-titled brand in 1975, and it now generates some $2.7 billion in annual revenue. Armani died at home, "peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones", the fashion house said.
\nSRI LANKA
\nPassenger bus skids off a cliff, killing 15
\nA Sri Lankan bus carrying local tourists visiting lush tea plantation hill towns plunged nearly 300 meters in a mountainous region, with the crash killing 15 people and injuring 16 others, a police spokesman said on Friday. The accident occurred near the town of Wellawaya, about 280 kilometers east of the capital Colombo. The group was returning home after a holiday when the bus hit another vehicle, crashed through guardrails and then shot over the side before toppling off the cliff. The accident is the worst since May, when 23 passengers died in a bus crash in Kotmale.
\n", - "content": "RUSSIA
\nVisa-free policy will be reciprocated: Putin
\nRussia will reciprocate the decision of Chinese authorities to introduce visa-free travel for Russian citizens, President Vladimir Putin told an economic forum in Vladivostok on Friday. China has said it will extend visa-free travel to ordinary passport holders from Russia on a trial basis. The visa exemption will be valid for a period of one year from Sept 15, allowing entry to China for no more than 30 days.
\nUNITED STATES
\nTrump to sign order to rename department
\nUS President Donald Trump was reportedly preparing to sign an executive order on Friday to rebrand the Department of Defense as the Department of War. The order would allow the name to be used as a secondary title in official correspondence, with references such as "Secretary of War", reported local media outlets. A full legal change would still require congressional approval. Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had argued the revival underscores a stronger "warrior ethos". Critics warned it could incur high costs and distract from security priorities.
\nITALY
\nFashion designer Giorgio Armani dies
\nGiorgio Armani, the iconic Italian designer, passed away at the age of 91, the company he founded and led for five decades announced on Thursday. Armani was one of the most recognizable names and faces in the global fashion industry. He founded his self-titled brand in 1975, and it now generates some $2.7 billion in annual revenue. Armani died at home, "peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones", the fashion house said.
\nSRI LANKA
\nPassenger bus skids off a cliff, killing 15
\nA Sri Lankan bus carrying local tourists visiting lush tea plantation hill towns plunged nearly 300 meters in a mountainous region, with the crash killing 15 people and injuring 16 others, a police spokesman said on Friday. The accident occurred near the town of Wellawaya, about 280 kilometers east of the capital Colombo. The group was returning home after a holiday when the bus hit another vehicle, crashed through guardrails and then shot over the side before toppling off the cliff. The accident is the worst since May, when 23 passengers died in a bus crash in Kotmale.
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\nChinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, oversaw the parade and reviewed the troops.
\nIn his speech delivered before the parade, Xi noted that the Chinese people made a significant contribution to the salvation of human civilization and the defense of world peace through immense sacrifices in the war. Reiterating China's commitment to peaceful development, Xi called on nations to prevent historical tragedies from recurring.
\nDavid Orzan, ambassador in World of Excellence of the northeastern Italian city of Gorizia, said that China's sacrifices and perseverance "should be remembered by the entire world". He said that Xi's speech helped the world remember history and prevent the recurrence of tragedy.
\nAtsushi Koketsu, a professor emeritus at Yamaguchi University in Japan, said that Xi's address underscored the vital role of history as a mirror reflecting the present and the future.
\nHe also expressed regret that Japan remains "extremely weak" in its attitude toward acknowledging historical truths, warning that "those who do not learn from history are bound to be punished by it".
\nKumiko Haba, a distinguished professor at Josai International University, said the Japanese government should follow the example of former prime minister Tomiichi Murayama and issue a sincere apology.
\n'Heartfelt apology'
\nIn 1995, on the 50th anniversary of Japan's surrender, then-prime minister Tomiichi Murayama issued the "Murayama Statement", acknowledging that Japan's colonial rule and aggression had caused "tremendous damage and suffering" to many countries, and expressed "deep remorse and heartfelt apology".
\nBut successive politicians of the Liberal Democratic Party, including current Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, have failed to deliver words of profound apology, and "this is truly regrettable", Haba said.
\n"I hope people will not forget that many Japanese citizens hold the conviction of 'never starting another war, never being enemies with China'," she added. "I sincerely hope to promote peaceful exchanges among young people and see them continue to develop."
\nTakakage Fujita, secretary-general of the Association for Inheriting and Propagating the Murayama Statement, emphasized that Japan, because of its misguided national policy, launched a war of aggression against China. The Japanese people must deeply recognize this aggression, express profound remorse, and sincerely apologize to the Chinese people who suffered enormous sacrifices and damage, he said.
\n"At the same time, Japan must make every effort and take concrete actions to ensure that it will never again launch aggression against Asia or China," Fujita added.
\nCommon development
\nThe commemorative events solemnly declare to the world the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, he said, adding that for more countries around the world to achieve common development, shared prosperity and collective happiness, it is essential to embrace the vision of a community with a shared future for humanity proposed by President Xi and emphasized at the commemoration.
\n"Today, humanity again has to choose between peace and war, dialogue and confrontation, win-win cooperation and zero-sum game," Xi said, stressing that, "The Chinese people firmly stand on the right side of history and the progress of human civilization. We will remain committed to the path of peaceful development, and join hands with all peoples around the world in building a community with a shared future for humanity."
\nHaba from Japan said she was impressed by Xi's vision of a community with a shared future for humanity.
\nShe strongly endorsed the principle of equality and cooperation among all countries and peoples, and held profound respect for the idea of harmony without uniformity in Chinese culture.
\nStephen Ndegwa, a Kenyan expert on international issues, said he believed that Xi's speech reinforced "the need for fairness, justice and cooperation in today's global order".
\n"The speech speaks directly to the challenges of our time … and it affirms China's vision of peace and development as inseparable pillars of global progress — something Africa strongly identifies with," the scholar said.
\nXinhua contributed to this story.
\nContact the writers at houjunjie@chinadaily.com.cn
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Chinese delegates hand over earthquake relief donations to Afghan delegates in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Tuesday.
\nChina's humanitarian relief effort was hailed after the devastating earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on Aug 31, killing over 2,200 people and injuring thousands more.
\nChina decided to provide Afghanistan with 50 million yuan ($7.04 million) in emergency humanitarian aid for earthquake relief, said Li Ming, spokesman for the China International Development Cooperation Agency, on Thursday.
\nAt the request of the Afghan government, China will provide tents, blankets, and food that are urgently needed in the earthquake-affected areas, Li said.
\nRescue operations remain underway amid reports that many people are still trapped beneath the rubble of collapsed homes. Casualty figures are based on preliminary information and were expected to rise further, according to the latest report from the Afghan Red Crescent Society.
\nRugged terrain is hampering rescue operations and aid delivery, leaving survivors to plead for urgent assistance.
\nEarlier this week, China also became one of the first countries to donate relief funds to Afghanistan for earthquake relief efforts. Bao Xuhui, charge d'affaires of the Chinese embassy in Afghanistan, handed over earthquake relief donations from the embassy, Chinese institutions and the overseas Chinese.
\nBao said at the event on Tuesday that the strong earthquake that struck Kunar and other Afghan provinces has caused significant casualties and property damage, which has deeply touched the hearts of the Chinese people.
\nThe Chinese embassy, Chinese institutions and the Overseas Chinese Association in Afghanistan quickly raised the funds and relief supplies, hoping to help the people in the affected areas overcome their difficulties, he said.
\nMuhammad Alam Alamyar, general-director of administration of the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority, thanked China for the kind gesture and briefed on Afghanistan's earthquake disaster and relief efforts, noting that a friend in need is a friend indeed.
\nAfghanistan cherishes the friendship of the Chinese people toward the Afghan people and will properly utilize the donations and relief supplies, dedicating them entirely to disaster relief and reconstruction, he said.
\nPakistan on Wednesday also dispatched 105 metric tons of humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar said.
\nWhenever such tragedies occur, China is always among the first to step forward, standing with nations and supporting them in recovery, said Khalid Taimur Akram, executive director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future in Islamabad.
\n"In recent years, China has emerged as one of the largest and most reliable sources of humanitarian aid for countries facing disasters, with a timely donation of 50 million yuan being a prime example," said Shakeel Ahmad Ramay, chief executive officer of the Asian Institute of Eco-civilization Research and Development in Pakistan.
\nIt is pertinent to highlight here that, following the withdrawal of US forces, China has continued to provide humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people, meeting their basic needs, including food, shelter and medical care, the expert added.
\nIn the recent disaster, the efforts have been accelerated. "But the most prominent feature of Chinese aid is that China provides humanitarian assistance without conditionalities," Ahmad said.
\nvivienxu@chinadailyapac.com
\n", - "content": "Chinese delegates hand over earthquake relief donations to Afghan delegates in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Tuesday.
\nChina's humanitarian relief effort was hailed after the devastating earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on Aug 31, killing over 2,200 people and injuring thousands more.
\nChina decided to provide Afghanistan with 50 million yuan ($7.04 million) in emergency humanitarian aid for earthquake relief, said Li Ming, spokesman for the China International Development Cooperation Agency, on Thursday.
\nAt the request of the Afghan government, China will provide tents, blankets, and food that are urgently needed in the earthquake-affected areas, Li said.
\nRescue operations remain underway amid reports that many people are still trapped beneath the rubble of collapsed homes. Casualty figures are based on preliminary information and were expected to rise further, according to the latest report from the Afghan Red Crescent Society.
\nRugged terrain is hampering rescue operations and aid delivery, leaving survivors to plead for urgent assistance.
\nEarlier this week, China also became one of the first countries to donate relief funds to Afghanistan for earthquake relief efforts. Bao Xuhui, charge d'affaires of the Chinese embassy in Afghanistan, handed over earthquake relief donations from the embassy, Chinese institutions and the overseas Chinese.
\nBao said at the event on Tuesday that the strong earthquake that struck Kunar and other Afghan provinces has caused significant casualties and property damage, which has deeply touched the hearts of the Chinese people.
\nThe Chinese embassy, Chinese institutions and the Overseas Chinese Association in Afghanistan quickly raised the funds and relief supplies, hoping to help the people in the affected areas overcome their difficulties, he said.
\nMuhammad Alam Alamyar, general-director of administration of the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority, thanked China for the kind gesture and briefed on Afghanistan's earthquake disaster and relief efforts, noting that a friend in need is a friend indeed.
\nAfghanistan cherishes the friendship of the Chinese people toward the Afghan people and will properly utilize the donations and relief supplies, dedicating them entirely to disaster relief and reconstruction, he said.
\nPakistan on Wednesday also dispatched 105 metric tons of humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar said.
\nWhenever such tragedies occur, China is always among the first to step forward, standing with nations and supporting them in recovery, said Khalid Taimur Akram, executive director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future in Islamabad.
\n"In recent years, China has emerged as one of the largest and most reliable sources of humanitarian aid for countries facing disasters, with a timely donation of 50 million yuan being a prime example," said Shakeel Ahmad Ramay, chief executive officer of the Asian Institute of Eco-civilization Research and Development in Pakistan.
\nIt is pertinent to highlight here that, following the withdrawal of US forces, China has continued to provide humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people, meeting their basic needs, including food, shelter and medical care, the expert added.
\nIn the recent disaster, the efforts have been accelerated. "But the most prominent feature of Chinese aid is that China provides humanitarian assistance without conditionalities," Ahmad said.
\nvivienxu@chinadailyapac.com
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Divas Hit the Road, a recently aired reality travel show, brings Chinese celebrities on a 25-day trip to work on projects under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative in countries such as Madagascar and Egypt.
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Actor Gong Jun (middle) threshes grain by beating it against metal barrels in a field in Madagascar.
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Actor Zhang Wanyi operates a harvester in the field.
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Actress Li Qin works in the field.
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Singer Na Ying joins the show.
\nA recent reality travel show takes a group of Chinese celebrities, including singers, actors and hosts, from the domestic spotlight to the sun-scorched rice fields of Madagascar. There, they cut rice with sickles, operate harvesters, and thresh grain by beating it against metal barrels.
\nThe seventh season of the reality travel show Divas Hit the Road aired on Hunan Satellite TV and Mango TV, guiding audiences through the perspective of celebrities — singer Na Ying, actresses Chen Shu, Ma Sichun, and Li Qin, host Zhang Yaqi, and actors Gong Jun and Zhang Wanyi. During the show, the celebrities work on cooperation projects under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative in Madagascar, Egypt and other countries, while on their 25-day journey.
\nIn the first episode, the stars visit a hybrid rice demonstration center in Madagascar. In Luxor, Egypt, they observe how the city's museums utilize micro-trace scanning technology provided by Chinese technical teams to document cultural relics.
\nZhang Wanyi recalls that the experience of harvesting rice left him physically exhausted, yet filled with a deep sense of joy and accomplishment.
\nIn 2007, Madagascar launched the hybrid rice demonstration center. Agricultural experts from Chinese crop scientist Yuan Longping's team arrived in the country to test seeds across various rice-growing areas, aiming to help the locals achieve the dream of food self-sufficiency.
\nHu Yuefang, 68, was one of those experts, spending over 18 years in Madagascar, during which he and his team successfully developed hybrid rice varieties that could adapt to the country's high, medium, and low-altitude regions.
\nHe set up small blackboards in the fields to share technical knowledge, taught the locals how to prevent and control crop diseases and pests, and rode his motorcycle through rice paddies to answer farmers' questions.
\nHe has traveled to nearly every rice-growing area on the island, always carrying a notebook to record the local language and learn native dialects.
\n"I experienced food shortages as a child. Yuan's hybrid rice greatly improved China's food self-sufficiency. I deeply admire him," Hu shares.
\n"We want to bring hybrid rice technology to more people. Currently, hybrid rice accounts for 6 percent of Madagascar's total planting area. If it reaches 15 percent, Madagascar will become the first food self-sufficient country in Africa," Hu says of his vision.
\nThe reality show took the seven-member celebrity group to Hu's workplace, where they worked with him in the fields, cooked together, and took photos of Hu and his colleagues interacting with local communities.
\nZhang Yaqi shares that she met a local woman who, thanks to growing hybrid rice, was able to not only feed her children but also support their education.
\n"This story left a deep impression on me," she reflects. "It made me realize the profound impact of introducing hybrid rice technology to Madagascar."
\nHu remarks that the show has captured the real situation in Madagascar.
\n"We are not only here to teach technology; we are making friends and living life together.
\n"The show allows more people to see the sincerity and warmth within China-Madagascar cooperation and people-to-people bonds. I hope more stories like this will be told, so that the seeds of cooperation, friendship, and hope can take root in more places," Hu says.
\nJean Louis Robinson, Madagascar's ambassador to China, notes that the reality show will also be aired in his home country. He expressed confidence that the program will provide Chinese audiences a window to better understanding Madagascar, while also creating an opportunity for Madagascans to gain insight into contemporary China.
\nxingwen@chinadaily.com.cn
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The National Centre for the Performing Arts will launch its annual dance festival in September, featuring The Moon Opera (top) by dancer-choreographer Wang Yabin and From In by dancer-choreographer Xie Xin.
\nAs autumn's golden hues descend upon Beijing, the National Centre for the Performing Arts is preparing to launch its much-anticipated annual event, the NCPA Dance Festival. From Sept 20 to Dec 7, the iconic venue will present a 78-day celebration of movement and artistry that transcends boundaries, featuring 16 performances across 36 shows.
\nWith this year's theme, "dance beyond boundaries", the festival will lead audiences into a world of artistic possibilities, reflecting both the limitless potential of dance and the spirit of dancers striving for excellence.
\nDance, a universal language that speaks without words, has the power to transcend borders and unite cultures. With this spirit, the NCPA Dance Festival has invited some of the world's finest ballet companies and stars to share the stage, creating a global dialogue through the grace and power of ballet.
\nThe festival will open with a star-studded ballet performance titled Force of Nature on Sept 20 and 21, as Natalia Osipova, the principal dancer of The Royal Ballet, leads a performance that spans both classical and modern styles. The shows will feature a combination of Osipova's iconic classical works, contemporary ballet masterpieces, and original pieces, which will highlight her versatility and artistic freedom, including a pas de deux from Act II of Giselle, Mikhail Fokine's legendary The Dying Swan, and the contemporary ballet piece, Ashes, that she co-created.
\nOn Oct 6 and 7, the gala, titled Alina and Her Friends, will bring together nine principal dancers from top leading companies across the globe. Featuring star ballerina Alina Cojocaru, they will perform excerpts from ballet's most iconic works, each dancer representing a unique tradition and history.
\nLater in the season, ballet lovers will see the return of the Eifman Ballet of Saint Petersburg with Anna Karenina and The Brothers Karamazov from Nov 6-9, and the National Ballet of China's staging of Cinderella from Dec 5-7.
\nWhile ballet opens a window to the classical world, modern dance represents a bold frontier of creative expression, breaking down formalities and exploring new forms of storytelling. This year's NCPA Dance Festival will showcase contemporary works by China's leading young choreographers, offering innovative new pieces that cross the boundaries of dance, music, and theater.
\nFrom Oct 1 to 3, the Xie Xin Dance Theatre will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a special performance featuring In Satie/The Rite of Spring, a unique fusion of dance and live music. In collaboration with musician Fu Yifei, these performances reimagine classical music through dance, offering a unique sensory experience.
\nAccording to dancer-choreographer Xie Xin, In Satie/The Rite of Spring was inspired by a fire in the winter of 2023 that destroyed the company's dance studio.
\n"That space was like a 'home' where dancers trained, worked and grew together. It was a harbor where we carefully added mirrors, laid floor mats, and filled the shelves with books. But when I arrived at the scene, all that remained were charred beams, and scorched props," she recalls.
\nThe tragedy gave rise to new creativity. After the accident, she suddenly understood the power in The Rite of Spring. "Life's calamities always take something away, but they also allow something new to grow," she says.
\nThe innovative spirit continues on Nov 1 and 2 with dancer-choreographer Wang Yanbin's The Moon Opera. First staged in 2015, the piece has toured globally and was acclaimed for its evocative choreography and emotional depth. Based on Bi Feiyu's novel of the same name, the production explores the beauty and complexity of Chinese culture, particularly the 200-year-old Peking Opera, through contemporary dance.
\n"Touring with this piece over 150 times has allowed me to evolve as both dancer and choreographer," says Wang, noting that the adaptation inspired her to create more dance pieces based on literary works.
\n"Dance is the best way for me to communicate with the world, while literature allows me to see it more profoundly. I hope that I will have more opportunities to adapt outstanding literary works into dance dramas, using dance language as a threshold to bring more classic characters into the audience's view," she adds.
\nThis year's festival will feature three original Chinese dance dramas that reinterpret ancient stories for modern audiences, blending preservation with innovation.
\nA highlight will be the China Oriental Performing Arts Group presenting The Dazu Rock Carvings on Oct 31 and Nov 1, a dance drama inspired by the world-renowned Buddhist grottoes in Chongqing. The performance captures the history of these iconic sculptures, telling the story of the craftsmen who created them over 400 years ago, and will be a stirring tribute to the legacy of Chinese art and craftsmanship.
\nchennan@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nAs autumn's golden hues descend upon Beijing, the National Centre for the Performing Arts is preparing to launch its much-anticipated annual event, the NCPA Dance Festival. From Sept 20 to Dec 7, the iconic venue will present a 78-day celebration of movement and artistry that transcends boundaries, featuring 16 performances across 36 shows.
\nWith this year's theme, "dance beyond boundaries", the festival will lead audiences into a world of artistic possibilities, reflecting both the limitless potential of dance and the spirit of dancers striving for excellence.
\nDance, a universal language that speaks without words, has the power to transcend borders and unite cultures. With this spirit, the NCPA Dance Festival has invited some of the world's finest ballet companies and stars to share the stage, creating a global dialogue through the grace and power of ballet.
\nThe festival will open with a star-studded ballet performance titled Force of Nature on Sept 20 and 21, as Natalia Osipova, the principal dancer of The Royal Ballet, leads a performance that spans both classical and modern styles. The shows will feature a combination of Osipova's iconic classical works, contemporary ballet masterpieces, and original pieces, which will highlight her versatility and artistic freedom, including a pas de deux from Act II of Giselle, Mikhail Fokine's legendary The Dying Swan, and the contemporary ballet piece, Ashes, that she co-created.
\nOn Oct 6 and 7, the gala, titled Alina and Her Friends, will bring together nine principal dancers from top leading companies across the globe. Featuring star ballerina Alina Cojocaru, they will perform excerpts from ballet's most iconic works, each dancer representing a unique tradition and history.
\nLater in the season, ballet lovers will see the return of the Eifman Ballet of Saint Petersburg with Anna Karenina and The Brothers Karamazov from Nov 6-9, and the National Ballet of China's staging of Cinderella from Dec 5-7.
\nWhile ballet opens a window to the classical world, modern dance represents a bold frontier of creative expression, breaking down formalities and exploring new forms of storytelling. This year's NCPA Dance Festival will showcase contemporary works by China's leading young choreographers, offering innovative new pieces that cross the boundaries of dance, music, and theater.
\nFrom Oct 1 to 3, the Xie Xin Dance Theatre will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a special performance featuring In Satie/The Rite of Spring, a unique fusion of dance and live music. In collaboration with musician Fu Yifei, these performances reimagine classical music through dance, offering a unique sensory experience.
\nAccording to dancer-choreographer Xie Xin, In Satie/The Rite of Spring was inspired by a fire in the winter of 2023 that destroyed the company's dance studio.
\n"That space was like a 'home' where dancers trained, worked and grew together. It was a harbor where we carefully added mirrors, laid floor mats, and filled the shelves with books. But when I arrived at the scene, all that remained were charred beams, and scorched props," she recalls.
\nThe tragedy gave rise to new creativity. After the accident, she suddenly understood the power in The Rite of Spring. "Life's calamities always take something away, but they also allow something new to grow," she says.
\nThe innovative spirit continues on Nov 1 and 2 with dancer-choreographer Wang Yanbin's The Moon Opera. First staged in 2015, the piece has toured globally and was acclaimed for its evocative choreography and emotional depth. Based on Bi Feiyu's novel of the same name, the production explores the beauty and complexity of Chinese culture, particularly the 200-year-old Peking Opera, through contemporary dance.
\n"Touring with this piece over 150 times has allowed me to evolve as both dancer and choreographer," says Wang, noting that the adaptation inspired her to create more dance pieces based on literary works.
\n"Dance is the best way for me to communicate with the world, while literature allows me to see it more profoundly. I hope that I will have more opportunities to adapt outstanding literary works into dance dramas, using dance language as a threshold to bring more classic characters into the audience's view," she adds.
\nThis year's festival will feature three original Chinese dance dramas that reinterpret ancient stories for modern audiences, blending preservation with innovation.
\nA highlight will be the China Oriental Performing Arts Group presenting The Dazu Rock Carvings on Oct 31 and Nov 1, a dance drama inspired by the world-renowned Buddhist grottoes in Chongqing. The performance captures the history of these iconic sculptures, telling the story of the craftsmen who created them over 400 years ago, and will be a stirring tribute to the legacy of Chinese art and craftsmanship.
\nchennan@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nAs she juggles her caseload, lawyer Wang Wanqiong has added a new brief to her weekly routine — hosting livestream sessions that delve into the legal intricacies of current social events with her audience.
\nOn Aug 23, Wang, from Sichuan province, took to her WeChat livestream to unravel the legalities surrounding cross-border telecom fraud. In the past, she has used her platform to shed light on labor laws and anti-discrimination policies, highlighting companies that offer job opportunities for former convicts.
\n"Leveraging videos and livestreams to demystify the law and address people's legal inquiries is inevitable in this fast-paced digital era," said Wang, a criminal law specialist at the Baijus Law Firm. "It's also a social responsibility for those in the legal profession."
\nWang is not alone. A report released early this year by Douyin, a popular Chinese short-video sharing and livestreaming platform, showed that the number of legal content creators on the platform had soared past 200,000. Those involved included lawyers, law professors and law enthusiasts, with their number steadily climbing.
\nThe appetite for legal content is also on the rise. In December 2024, monthly views of legal content increased by over 20 percent compared with June of that year. Certified law firms witnessed an impressive 83 percent growth in viewership, according to the report.
\nLi Ya, a lawyer at Beijing Zhongwen Law Firm, is navigating this new avenue for providing legal services. "The increasingly rich legal content indicates that the public's legal awareness has improved," he said.
\nHowever, he expressed concern about those who chase online fame by sensationalizing case details, fabricating facts and breaching litigants' privacy during livestreams.
\n"These practices compromise the integrity of the legal profession and present serious ethical and legal challenges," he said, calling for stricter regulation and oversight of legal content in live-streams and videos.
\nLegal education trend
\nOver the past year, Wang has hosted over 60 livestreams, sometimes drawing more than 6,000 viewers at once.
\n"The internet has revolutionized how knowledge is shared, turning online legal education into a growing trend," she said. "This method not only meets the public's increasing demand for legal services but also pushes legal professionals like me to stay informed, think critically, and engage in research."
\nShe creates short videos that break down provisions and criminal procedures, such as advising on the steps to take if a family member is questioned by the police, making the law more accessible and understandable for a wider audience.
\nOn July 18, for instance, she uploaded two videos on her WeChat channel, each under eight minutes long, illustrating what constitutes justifiable defense using a real criminal case from Shaanxi province. These videos have amassed over 1.37 million views, with more than 6,600 thumbs-up and nearly 4,000 likes.
\nYi Yi, a founding partner of Beijing Jiali Law Firm, also uses real cases to discuss marriage and family law on Kuaishou, another popular video platform, where she has nearly 600,000 followers.
\nDuring her livestreams and videos, she avoids complex legal issues and jargon, opting instead to address matters that resonate with her audience. By using case studies, without detailing those involved, she delivers clear and focused legal insights while promoting values such as trust, equality, love, and happiness in marriage.
\nIn Wang's opinion, using everyday language and real-life examples helps bridge the gap between legal professionals and the public, making legal education more practical and effective.
\nMisuse, disruption
\nWang highlighted the critical need to uphold privacy and integrity, warning against sharing excessive details about individuals involved in cases for the sake of online fame. She stressed that livestreams and videos should not include content unrelated to the law, disrupt public order, or exacerbate conflicts.
\nIn July, for example, a lawyer surnamed Zheng from Hunan province was fined 50,000 yuan ($7,010) by a local court. Zheng was penalized for distorting facts in a contract case handled by his firm, misleading public opinion, and extensively defaming the presiding judge in video posts, according to the Sichuan-based news outlet thecover.cn.
\nThe court stated that Zheng's actions severely undermined justice and had a negative societal impact. He was also ordered to remove the videos and issue an apology, the report noted.
\nIn April 2024, a Shanghai-based lawyer surnamed Dong faced a backlash from netizens after posting videos on social media where she discussed legal topics while dancing. Some argued her behavior was inconsistent with the professionalism expected of a lawyer, according to Dingduan News, a media outlet in Henan province.
\nDong also responded to comments by stating that her income as a lawyer was less than what she earned from livestreaming and encouraged her peers to create "borderline" or "edgy" content, which immediately sparked public controversy.
\nFurthermore, some netizens criticized Dong's demeanor during livestreams, showing screenshots of her exaggerated expressions and laughter while addressing serious issues like juvenile rape.
\nIn response, Dong apologized and removed the dancing videos, clarifying that her suggestion to her peers was meant as a joke.
\nAlthough Dong and Zheng faced consequences for their actions, the conduct and communication of legal professionals in livestreams and videos — particularly regarding what content is shared and how it is presented — remain a focal point of discussion within the legal community.
\nNeed for regulation
\nFor Wang, maintaining rigor and professionalism online is crucial for lawyers. Fabricating facts or relying on sensationalism and exaggerated performances to attract views should be avoided. "It's also important to steer clear of posting vulgar content, inciting cyberbullying, or compromising national security," she emphasized.
\nYu Qi, a marriage lawyer at Tahota Law Firm, observed that many internet users are more interested in sensational and unusual details of disputes than in legal explanations. "Lawyers should not blindly cater to public tastes, nor should they use their online platforms to market other products or services," she cautioned.
\n"We must always remember our role as lawyers and uphold the integrity of the law."
\nShe said that she is prudent when discussing cases she is handling, as lawyers have a duty to be accountable to their clients. "I will address common questions from online comments and offer legal interpretations, rather than paying attention to the specifics of any individual case," she added.
\nLi from Beijing Zhongwen Law Firm agreed. "Using popular methods and language to spread legal knowledge does not mean trivializing legal services," he said.
\nMaintaining confidentiality and protecting privacy are fundamental ethical responsibilities for lawyers. Treating livestreams as a "show" and dramatizing case details damage the profession's image and credibility, and also violate the Civil Code and professional conduct rules for lawyers, Li added.
\n"It is prohibited to predict outcomes or guarantee victories for cases that have not yet been concluded," he warned. "Information from cases that are not open to the public, as well as information and files from ongoing criminal cases, must not be disclosed online."
\nLi urged internet platforms to improve the verification of lawyers' identities when processing relevant registration applications, and conduct timely reviews of legal content in livestreams.
\nHe also suggested online platforms, bar associations and internet regulatory bodies take disciplinary actions if they find a lawyer who streams content that is frequently flagged as "misleading" by peers or viewers.
\n"The ultimate goal of leveraging technologies is to optimize legal services and enable the public to learn and use the law, rather than create more legal risks," Wang said.
\nShe called on judicial authorities to strengthen the management of lawyers and establish regulations on the dissemination of legal knowledge through new media.
\n"For example, the authorities need to specify how many years a lawyer must have practiced before they can participate in legal live-streams, and also prohibit selling products through legal accounts," she said.
\ncaoyin@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nAs she juggles her caseload, lawyer Wang Wanqiong has added a new brief to her weekly routine — hosting livestream sessions that delve into the legal intricacies of current social events with her audience.
\nOn Aug 23, Wang, from Sichuan province, took to her WeChat livestream to unravel the legalities surrounding cross-border telecom fraud. In the past, she has used her platform to shed light on labor laws and anti-discrimination policies, highlighting companies that offer job opportunities for former convicts.
\n"Leveraging videos and livestreams to demystify the law and address people's legal inquiries is inevitable in this fast-paced digital era," said Wang, a criminal law specialist at the Baijus Law Firm. "It's also a social responsibility for those in the legal profession."
\nWang is not alone. A report released early this year by Douyin, a popular Chinese short-video sharing and livestreaming platform, showed that the number of legal content creators on the platform had soared past 200,000. Those involved included lawyers, law professors and law enthusiasts, with their number steadily climbing.
\nThe appetite for legal content is also on the rise. In December 2024, monthly views of legal content increased by over 20 percent compared with June of that year. Certified law firms witnessed an impressive 83 percent growth in viewership, according to the report.
\nLi Ya, a lawyer at Beijing Zhongwen Law Firm, is navigating this new avenue for providing legal services. "The increasingly rich legal content indicates that the public's legal awareness has improved," he said.
\nHowever, he expressed concern about those who chase online fame by sensationalizing case details, fabricating facts and breaching litigants' privacy during livestreams.
\n"These practices compromise the integrity of the legal profession and present serious ethical and legal challenges," he said, calling for stricter regulation and oversight of legal content in live-streams and videos.
\nLegal education trend
\nOver the past year, Wang has hosted over 60 livestreams, sometimes drawing more than 6,000 viewers at once.
\n"The internet has revolutionized how knowledge is shared, turning online legal education into a growing trend," she said. "This method not only meets the public's increasing demand for legal services but also pushes legal professionals like me to stay informed, think critically, and engage in research."
\nShe creates short videos that break down provisions and criminal procedures, such as advising on the steps to take if a family member is questioned by the police, making the law more accessible and understandable for a wider audience.
\nOn July 18, for instance, she uploaded two videos on her WeChat channel, each under eight minutes long, illustrating what constitutes justifiable defense using a real criminal case from Shaanxi province. These videos have amassed over 1.37 million views, with more than 6,600 thumbs-up and nearly 4,000 likes.
\nYi Yi, a founding partner of Beijing Jiali Law Firm, also uses real cases to discuss marriage and family law on Kuaishou, another popular video platform, where she has nearly 600,000 followers.
\nDuring her livestreams and videos, she avoids complex legal issues and jargon, opting instead to address matters that resonate with her audience. By using case studies, without detailing those involved, she delivers clear and focused legal insights while promoting values such as trust, equality, love, and happiness in marriage.
\nIn Wang's opinion, using everyday language and real-life examples helps bridge the gap between legal professionals and the public, making legal education more practical and effective.
\nMisuse, disruption
\nWang highlighted the critical need to uphold privacy and integrity, warning against sharing excessive details about individuals involved in cases for the sake of online fame. She stressed that livestreams and videos should not include content unrelated to the law, disrupt public order, or exacerbate conflicts.
\nIn July, for example, a lawyer surnamed Zheng from Hunan province was fined 50,000 yuan ($7,010) by a local court. Zheng was penalized for distorting facts in a contract case handled by his firm, misleading public opinion, and extensively defaming the presiding judge in video posts, according to the Sichuan-based news outlet thecover.cn.
\nThe court stated that Zheng's actions severely undermined justice and had a negative societal impact. He was also ordered to remove the videos and issue an apology, the report noted.
\nIn April 2024, a Shanghai-based lawyer surnamed Dong faced a backlash from netizens after posting videos on social media where she discussed legal topics while dancing. Some argued her behavior was inconsistent with the professionalism expected of a lawyer, according to Dingduan News, a media outlet in Henan province.
\nDong also responded to comments by stating that her income as a lawyer was less than what she earned from livestreaming and encouraged her peers to create "borderline" or "edgy" content, which immediately sparked public controversy.
\nFurthermore, some netizens criticized Dong's demeanor during livestreams, showing screenshots of her exaggerated expressions and laughter while addressing serious issues like juvenile rape.
\nIn response, Dong apologized and removed the dancing videos, clarifying that her suggestion to her peers was meant as a joke.
\nAlthough Dong and Zheng faced consequences for their actions, the conduct and communication of legal professionals in livestreams and videos — particularly regarding what content is shared and how it is presented — remain a focal point of discussion within the legal community.
\nNeed for regulation
\nFor Wang, maintaining rigor and professionalism online is crucial for lawyers. Fabricating facts or relying on sensationalism and exaggerated performances to attract views should be avoided. "It's also important to steer clear of posting vulgar content, inciting cyberbullying, or compromising national security," she emphasized.
\nYu Qi, a marriage lawyer at Tahota Law Firm, observed that many internet users are more interested in sensational and unusual details of disputes than in legal explanations. "Lawyers should not blindly cater to public tastes, nor should they use their online platforms to market other products or services," she cautioned.
\n"We must always remember our role as lawyers and uphold the integrity of the law."
\nShe said that she is prudent when discussing cases she is handling, as lawyers have a duty to be accountable to their clients. "I will address common questions from online comments and offer legal interpretations, rather than paying attention to the specifics of any individual case," she added.
\nLi from Beijing Zhongwen Law Firm agreed. "Using popular methods and language to spread legal knowledge does not mean trivializing legal services," he said.
\nMaintaining confidentiality and protecting privacy are fundamental ethical responsibilities for lawyers. Treating livestreams as a "show" and dramatizing case details damage the profession's image and credibility, and also violate the Civil Code and professional conduct rules for lawyers, Li added.
\n"It is prohibited to predict outcomes or guarantee victories for cases that have not yet been concluded," he warned. "Information from cases that are not open to the public, as well as information and files from ongoing criminal cases, must not be disclosed online."
\nLi urged internet platforms to improve the verification of lawyers' identities when processing relevant registration applications, and conduct timely reviews of legal content in livestreams.
\nHe also suggested online platforms, bar associations and internet regulatory bodies take disciplinary actions if they find a lawyer who streams content that is frequently flagged as "misleading" by peers or viewers.
\n"The ultimate goal of leveraging technologies is to optimize legal services and enable the public to learn and use the law, rather than create more legal risks," Wang said.
\nShe called on judicial authorities to strengthen the management of lawyers and establish regulations on the dissemination of legal knowledge through new media.
\n"For example, the authorities need to specify how many years a lawyer must have practiced before they can participate in legal live-streams, and also prohibit selling products through legal accounts," she said.
\ncaoyin@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", - "content": "\n\nAs she juggles her caseload, lawyer Wang Wanqiong has added a new brief to her weekly routine — hosting livestream sessions that delve into the legal intricacies of current social events with her audience.
\nOn Aug 23, Wang, from Sichuan province, took to her WeChat livestream to unravel the legalities surrounding cross-border telecom fraud. In the past, she has used her platform to shed light on labor laws and anti-discrimination policies, highlighting companies that offer job opportunities for former convicts.
\n"Leveraging videos and livestreams to demystify the law and address people's legal inquiries is inevitable in this fast-paced digital era," said Wang, a criminal law specialist at the Baijus Law Firm. "It's also a social responsibility for those in the legal profession."
\nWang is not alone. A report released early this year by Douyin, a popular Chinese short-video sharing and livestreaming platform, showed that the number of legal content creators on the platform had soared past 200,000. Those involved included lawyers, law professors and law enthusiasts, with their number steadily climbing.
\nThe appetite for legal content is also on the rise. In December 2024, monthly views of legal content increased by over 20 percent compared with June of that year. Certified law firms witnessed an impressive 83 percent growth in viewership, according to the report.
\nLi Ya, a lawyer at Beijing Zhongwen Law Firm, is navigating this new avenue for providing legal services. "The increasingly rich legal content indicates that the public's legal awareness has improved," he said.
\nHowever, he expressed concern about those who chase online fame by sensationalizing case details, fabricating facts and breaching litigants' privacy during livestreams.
\n"These practices compromise the integrity of the legal profession and present serious ethical and legal challenges," he said, calling for stricter regulation and oversight of legal content in live-streams and videos.
\nLegal education trend
\nOver the past year, Wang has hosted over 60 livestreams, sometimes drawing more than 6,000 viewers at once.
\n"The internet has revolutionized how knowledge is shared, turning online legal education into a growing trend," she said. "This method not only meets the public's increasing demand for legal services but also pushes legal professionals like me to stay informed, think critically, and engage in research."
\nShe creates short videos that break down provisions and criminal procedures, such as advising on the steps to take if a family member is questioned by the police, making the law more accessible and understandable for a wider audience.
\nOn July 18, for instance, she uploaded two videos on her WeChat channel, each under eight minutes long, illustrating what constitutes justifiable defense using a real criminal case from Shaanxi province. These videos have amassed over 1.37 million views, with more than 6,600 thumbs-up and nearly 4,000 likes.
\nYi Yi, a founding partner of Beijing Jiali Law Firm, also uses real cases to discuss marriage and family law on Kuaishou, another popular video platform, where she has nearly 600,000 followers.
\nDuring her livestreams and videos, she avoids complex legal issues and jargon, opting instead to address matters that resonate with her audience. By using case studies, without detailing those involved, she delivers clear and focused legal insights while promoting values such as trust, equality, love, and happiness in marriage.
\nIn Wang's opinion, using everyday language and real-life examples helps bridge the gap between legal professionals and the public, making legal education more practical and effective.
\nMisuse, disruption
\nWang highlighted the critical need to uphold privacy and integrity, warning against sharing excessive details about individuals involved in cases for the sake of online fame. She stressed that livestreams and videos should not include content unrelated to the law, disrupt public order, or exacerbate conflicts.
\nIn July, for example, a lawyer surnamed Zheng from Hunan province was fined 50,000 yuan ($7,010) by a local court. Zheng was penalized for distorting facts in a contract case handled by his firm, misleading public opinion, and extensively defaming the presiding judge in video posts, according to the Sichuan-based news outlet thecover.cn.
\nThe court stated that Zheng's actions severely undermined justice and had a negative societal impact. He was also ordered to remove the videos and issue an apology, the report noted.
\nIn April 2024, a Shanghai-based lawyer surnamed Dong faced a backlash from netizens after posting videos on social media where she discussed legal topics while dancing. Some argued her behavior was inconsistent with the professionalism expected of a lawyer, according to Dingduan News, a media outlet in Henan province.
\nDong also responded to comments by stating that her income as a lawyer was less than what she earned from livestreaming and encouraged her peers to create "borderline" or "edgy" content, which immediately sparked public controversy.
\nFurthermore, some netizens criticized Dong's demeanor during livestreams, showing screenshots of her exaggerated expressions and laughter while addressing serious issues like juvenile rape.
\nIn response, Dong apologized and removed the dancing videos, clarifying that her suggestion to her peers was meant as a joke.
\nAlthough Dong and Zheng faced consequences for their actions, the conduct and communication of legal professionals in livestreams and videos — particularly regarding what content is shared and how it is presented — remain a focal point of discussion within the legal community.
\nNeed for regulation
\nFor Wang, maintaining rigor and professionalism online is crucial for lawyers. Fabricating facts or relying on sensationalism and exaggerated performances to attract views should be avoided. "It's also important to steer clear of posting vulgar content, inciting cyberbullying, or compromising national security," she emphasized.
\nYu Qi, a marriage lawyer at Tahota Law Firm, observed that many internet users are more interested in sensational and unusual details of disputes than in legal explanations. "Lawyers should not blindly cater to public tastes, nor should they use their online platforms to market other products or services," she cautioned.
\n"We must always remember our role as lawyers and uphold the integrity of the law."
\nShe said that she is prudent when discussing cases she is handling, as lawyers have a duty to be accountable to their clients. "I will address common questions from online comments and offer legal interpretations, rather than paying attention to the specifics of any individual case," she added.
\nLi from Beijing Zhongwen Law Firm agreed. "Using popular methods and language to spread legal knowledge does not mean trivializing legal services," he said.
\nMaintaining confidentiality and protecting privacy are fundamental ethical responsibilities for lawyers. Treating livestreams as a "show" and dramatizing case details damage the profession's image and credibility, and also violate the Civil Code and professional conduct rules for lawyers, Li added.
\n"It is prohibited to predict outcomes or guarantee victories for cases that have not yet been concluded," he warned. "Information from cases that are not open to the public, as well as information and files from ongoing criminal cases, must not be disclosed online."
\nLi urged internet platforms to improve the verification of lawyers' identities when processing relevant registration applications, and conduct timely reviews of legal content in livestreams.
\nHe also suggested online platforms, bar associations and internet regulatory bodies take disciplinary actions if they find a lawyer who streams content that is frequently flagged as "misleading" by peers or viewers.
\n"The ultimate goal of leveraging technologies is to optimize legal services and enable the public to learn and use the law, rather than create more legal risks," Wang said.
\nShe called on judicial authorities to strengthen the management of lawyers and establish regulations on the dissemination of legal knowledge through new media.
\n"For example, the authorities need to specify how many years a lawyer must have practiced before they can participate in legal live-streams, and also prohibit selling products through legal accounts," she said.
\ncaoyin@chinadaily.com.cn
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Researcher Deng Peilin (standing) instructs a student on conducting performance tests for the conversion of methane to methanol under mild conditions.
\nIn a breakthrough that could reshape global energy markets, a Chinese research team has solved one of the most persistent challenges in catalytic chemistry: converting methane into methanol under mild conditions.
\nThe breakthrough, published in the journal Nature Communications on Aug 19, could enable the commercial use of vast natural gas hydrate reserves — known as "flammable ice" — lying at the bottom of the South China Sea.
\nDeveloped by Hainan University's marine clean energy innovation team, the method uses a nanoscale palladium catalyst engineered to achieve 99.7 percent conversion at a temperature of 70 C.
\nUnlike conventional industrial processes that require temperatures above 800 C and high pressure — often burning methane into wasted carbon dioxide — the new system operates efficiently near room temperature.
\n"The key was precision engineering of the catalyst's surface structure," said Deng Peilin, an associate researcher at the university's School of Marine Science and Engineering. "We designed it to both activate methane and instantly release methanol before it over-oxidizes."
\nThis "quick-release" mechanism is made possible by tailoring the electrical properties of palladium crystals at the atomic level, allowing methanol to desorb immediately after it forms.
\nThe research, launched in 2020, addresses China's strategic priority to harness undersea energy resources while supporting its peak carbon and carbon neutrality goals.
\n"Our aim was to provide a core technology for use with South China Sea hydrates," Deng said.
\nThe team's goal was to develop a system that aligned with China's carbon goals and offered a low-emission, high-efficiency alternative to traditional energy-intensive processes.
\nThe result, said team leader Tian Xinlong, "possesses extremely high commercial application potential and economic value".
\nFinancial analysts quickly recognized the significance. Everbright Securities, a financial services institution, called the breakthrough a "milestone". In a note, it said the new technique removes a critical barrier to using South China Sea gas hydrates and predicted commercial extraction of flammable ice could begin around 2030.
\nEverbright also said it expects growth opportunities for companies in deep-sea drilling equipment, methanol production and specialized catalyst manufacturing.
\nHowever, several hurdles remain before the technology can progress from the laboratory to offshore production. Deng said the primary challenges were scaling up the reactor design, creating equipment that can withstand a corrosive oceanic environment and wave action, and ensuring the process is cost-competitive.
\nThe team's road map calls for constructing a medium-scale demonstration unit within two years, achieving a commercial-scale demonstration within five years and seeing the technology widely adopted across the South China Sea within a decade.
\nMethanol's potential downstream uses are extensive. It is a foundational chemical feedstock used to make plastics, paints and synthetic fibers. It can also serve as a clean-burning fuel for ships and vehicles.
\nDeng said the team is in talks with State-owned oil and gas giant China National Offshore Oil Corporation to adopt the technology for pilot applications and is researching ways to create high-value products from methanol.
\nLooking ahead, the researchers envision Hainan province becoming a global hub for deep-sea energy technology and manufacturing. By leveraging the island's status as a free trade port, they aim to build a complete industrial chain, from extraction and conversion to manufacturing.
\nThe team also has global ambitions. The plan is to promote the technology through partnerships with international energy agencies, set up licensing agreements with foreign companies and make contributions to international standards — positioning the "Hainan solution" as a Chinese response to global energy and environmental challenges.
\nchenbowen@chinadaily.com.cn
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The soft robot is tested in the sea.
\nPatrolling in the dark seamount area at a depth of 4,070 meters, a robot fish about 32 centimeters long, with a wingspan of approximately 18 cm and weighing only 670 grams, glides flexibly along with all the real fishes.
\nThis latest generation of the deep-sea soft robot is a new breakthrough in deep-sea exploration technology achieved by the research team led by Professor Li Guorui at the College of Shipbuilding Engineering of Harbin Engineering University in Heilongjiang province.
\nTheir latest research, titled "Plasticized electrohydraulic robot autopilots in the deep sea", was published in the journal Science Robotics. Conducted in collaboration with Zhejiang University and the China Ship Scientific Research Center, the research team has developed an electrohydraulic-driven soft robot which has been applied to deep-sea exploration.
\nAs the largest unexplored frontier on the earth, the deep sea holds the key to understanding life origins, resource exploration and climate evolution.
\nHowever, scientists face significant challenges due to extreme conditions such as high pressure and low temperatures during their exploration. There is also another obstacle: balancing the high costs of exploration and equipment reliability with the protection of fragile deep-sea ecosystems, according to the research team.
\nIn 2022, the research team drew inspiration from the classical physical phenomenon of electrohydrodynamics to initiate the development of the electrohydraulic-driven deep-sea soft robot.
\nThey innovatively applied the classical physical principle to design flexible equipment suitable for extreme deep-sea conditions.
\nBy using an electrostatic field to control the orderly flow of dielectric fluid, researchers converted electric field forces into driving forces for flexible hydraulic units.
\nThe designed electrohydraulic unit consists of a thin film shell, flexible electrodes and internal dielectric fluid, which flows directionally under Maxwell stress, precisely driving the flexible unit to produce controllable deformation.
\nThe team systematically studied the large deformation effects of the flexible electrohydraulic unit under high pressure and low temperature, endowing the system with excellent deformation capabilities.
\nThe dielectric fluid inside the driving unit can adaptively balance with the deep-sea water pressure, providing the system with full-depth pressure adaptability.
\n"The research team has been dedicated to exploring the expression and application expansion of the classical physical phenomenon in the mechanism of deep-sea electrohydraulic drive, which can provide a new approach for the design of driving systems for soft robots and intelligent equipment in extreme environments," said Li.
\nWithout a pressure-resistant shell, the latest generation of the deep-sea soft robot can withstand the static water pressure at full ocean depth. The robot achieves coordinated drive of the electrohydraulic unit through its own miniaturized energy control system.
\nWhen electronic devices in the soft body generate high-voltage electrical signals, the flexible electrohydraulic unit will deform in a pattern similar to a fluid static skeleton under the stimulation of the voltage signal, enabling it to achieve various trajectory paths such as straight-line movement and turning in the deep-sea environment.
\nTo further validate the reliability of the deep-sea soft robot in real-world deep-sea operations, the research team conducted a series of tests in various sea areas, including the Haima cold seep area and the deep-sea mountain area in the South China Sea.
\nOn June 13, 2024, the robot was deployed at a depth of 3,176 meters in the South China Sea. Sea trial footage showed the robot successfully completed complex trajectory movements, near-bottom sensing, autonomous posture control, and return tasks in the challenging deep-sea flow environment.
\nOn July 9, 2024, the robot conducted navigation tests at a depth of about 4,070 meters in a deep-sea mountain area, exploring the feasibility of coordinated operations between deep-sea submersibles and small deep-sea soft robots for large-area, low-disturbance deep-sea exploration.
\nAdditionally, to further verify the ecological integration characteristics of the soft robot with the underwater environment, the team conducted in situ, close-range behavioral observations of the marine ecological environment and communities.
\n"After enduring multiple rigorous sea trials, the soft robot has demonstrated excellent mobility, reliable adaptability to extreme environments, and low-disturbance detection capabilities," said Shen Peng, a member of the team. "It holds promise for providing sustainable technological pathways and innovative methods for deep-sea ecological observation."
\nCurrently, the team is focusing on interdisciplinary exploration in mechanics, information and manufacturing to develop miniaturized deep-sea soft robots with integrated driving, sensing, and communication capabilities, as well as swarm intelligence.
\nIn the future, they aim to overcome key challenges related to material durability, system reliability and intelligence levels of flexible equipment in extreme environments, according to the team.
\nzhouhuiying@chinadaily.com.cn
\n", - "content": "The soft robot is tested in the sea.
\nPatrolling in the dark seamount area at a depth of 4,070 meters, a robot fish about 32 centimeters long, with a wingspan of approximately 18 cm and weighing only 670 grams, glides flexibly along with all the real fishes.
\nThis latest generation of the deep-sea soft robot is a new breakthrough in deep-sea exploration technology achieved by the research team led by Professor Li Guorui at the College of Shipbuilding Engineering of Harbin Engineering University in Heilongjiang province.
\nTheir latest research, titled "Plasticized electrohydraulic robot autopilots in the deep sea", was published in the journal Science Robotics. Conducted in collaboration with Zhejiang University and the China Ship Scientific Research Center, the research team has developed an electrohydraulic-driven soft robot which has been applied to deep-sea exploration.
\nAs the largest unexplored frontier on the earth, the deep sea holds the key to understanding life origins, resource exploration and climate evolution.
\nHowever, scientists face significant challenges due to extreme conditions such as high pressure and low temperatures during their exploration. There is also another obstacle: balancing the high costs of exploration and equipment reliability with the protection of fragile deep-sea ecosystems, according to the research team.
\nIn 2022, the research team drew inspiration from the classical physical phenomenon of electrohydrodynamics to initiate the development of the electrohydraulic-driven deep-sea soft robot.
\nThey innovatively applied the classical physical principle to design flexible equipment suitable for extreme deep-sea conditions.
\nBy using an electrostatic field to control the orderly flow of dielectric fluid, researchers converted electric field forces into driving forces for flexible hydraulic units.
\nThe designed electrohydraulic unit consists of a thin film shell, flexible electrodes and internal dielectric fluid, which flows directionally under Maxwell stress, precisely driving the flexible unit to produce controllable deformation.
\nThe team systematically studied the large deformation effects of the flexible electrohydraulic unit under high pressure and low temperature, endowing the system with excellent deformation capabilities.
\nThe dielectric fluid inside the driving unit can adaptively balance with the deep-sea water pressure, providing the system with full-depth pressure adaptability.
\n"The research team has been dedicated to exploring the expression and application expansion of the classical physical phenomenon in the mechanism of deep-sea electrohydraulic drive, which can provide a new approach for the design of driving systems for soft robots and intelligent equipment in extreme environments," said Li.
\nWithout a pressure-resistant shell, the latest generation of the deep-sea soft robot can withstand the static water pressure at full ocean depth. The robot achieves coordinated drive of the electrohydraulic unit through its own miniaturized energy control system.
\nWhen electronic devices in the soft body generate high-voltage electrical signals, the flexible electrohydraulic unit will deform in a pattern similar to a fluid static skeleton under the stimulation of the voltage signal, enabling it to achieve various trajectory paths such as straight-line movement and turning in the deep-sea environment.
\nTo further validate the reliability of the deep-sea soft robot in real-world deep-sea operations, the research team conducted a series of tests in various sea areas, including the Haima cold seep area and the deep-sea mountain area in the South China Sea.
\nOn June 13, 2024, the robot was deployed at a depth of 3,176 meters in the South China Sea. Sea trial footage showed the robot successfully completed complex trajectory movements, near-bottom sensing, autonomous posture control, and return tasks in the challenging deep-sea flow environment.
\nOn July 9, 2024, the robot conducted navigation tests at a depth of about 4,070 meters in a deep-sea mountain area, exploring the feasibility of coordinated operations between deep-sea submersibles and small deep-sea soft robots for large-area, low-disturbance deep-sea exploration.
\nAdditionally, to further verify the ecological integration characteristics of the soft robot with the underwater environment, the team conducted in situ, close-range behavioral observations of the marine ecological environment and communities.
\n"After enduring multiple rigorous sea trials, the soft robot has demonstrated excellent mobility, reliable adaptability to extreme environments, and low-disturbance detection capabilities," said Shen Peng, a member of the team. "It holds promise for providing sustainable technological pathways and innovative methods for deep-sea ecological observation."
\nCurrently, the team is focusing on interdisciplinary exploration in mechanics, information and manufacturing to develop miniaturized deep-sea soft robots with integrated driving, sensing, and communication capabilities, as well as swarm intelligence.
\nIn the future, they aim to overcome key challenges related to material durability, system reliability and intelligence levels of flexible equipment in extreme environments, according to the team.
\nzhouhuiying@chinadaily.com.cn
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\nIn its latest provocation, the Philippine Navy, in collaboration with the armed forces of Australia and Canada, conducted a so-called multilateral maritime cooperative activity in the South China Sea on Wednesday, prompting the People's Liberation Army Navy to be on high alert and conduct a cautionary patrol.
\nStressing that any attempt to create hot spots in the South China Sea will not succeed, a spokesman for the PLA Southern Theater Command said that Chinese forces will resolutely defend the country's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights.
\nIt is noteworthy that Manila chose Sept 3 as the day on which to stage its latest provocation, as China held commemorative activities including a grand military parade in Beijing, to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War that day. This makes the Marcos government's move extremely egregious as the Philippines also suffered from Japanese aggression.
\nChina's territorial rights are supported by the Cairo Declaration of 1943, the Potsdam Proclamation of 1945, as well as other postwar arrangements under international law, which affirm that China recovered Taiwan island in October 1945, and in the following year started the process of receiving and reclaiming South China Sea islands such as the Xisha and Nansha islands, which had been seized and occupied by Japanese aggressors.
\nThe return of the territories to China was completed in December of the same year, and announced to the world. Subsequently, China officially issued the Location Map of the South China Sea Islands, formalizing its legal recovery of these islands under international law.
\nThe postwar international order established the basis for China's recovery of its South China Sea islands and resumption of it exercising sovereignty over them. As the world marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the war, it is pertinent to reaffirm this historical truth.
\nWhat Manila has done, with the connivance and encouragement of external forces, poses a grave challenge to the postwar international order, which risks sparking regional instability by undermining established international rules. The reckless actions of Manila may also lead to increased geopolitical tensions, which will only hinder cooperation among nations, erode trust for diplomacy and potentially spark regional or even global conflicts.
\nMoreover, Manila has engaged in provocations targeting China with increasing frequency. Just two weeks prior to the latest joint patrols, Philippine and Australian forces teamed up in Manila's westernmost province for a large-scale joint drill — which was Canberra's largest deployment of troops to Southeast Asia since 1999. Such complicity in Manila's provocations has only emboldened the Marcos government. Inciting and supporting Manila's irresponsible moves are the major cause of increased tensions that have harmed the shared interests of countries in the region. This has left China with no other choice but to take firm and resolute countermeasures against any provocative behavior to safeguard its justified and legitimate interests.
\nIn addressing maritime issues between nations, China remains committed to maintaining peace and stability in the region together with neighboring countries. It consistently upholds international law and regional rules such as the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea.
\nIt is hoped that all relevant parties will work collaboratively to promote harmony and cooperation in the South China Sea.
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\nFour score years ago, our predecessors were caught up in an unprecedentedly arduous war in human history. And the scars the World Anti-Fascist War left behind can never be erased.
\nFortunately, however, in the battle between good and evil, good ultimately triumphed. Commemorating the sacrifices our predecessors made to protect us against evil on the 80th anniversary of the victory in that war will endow us with greater strength, enabling us to move forward.
\nGiven the Western-dominated historical narrative of World War II, many are aware of the significance of the Miracle of Dunkirk, the Normandy landings and the Battle of Midway.
\nBut in the main theater in the East, China had already been engaged in a grueling and heroic Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) for 10 years before the Pearl Harbor attack, following which the United States ultimately declared war on Japan.
\nChina, the main battlefield against Japanese aggression, paid a heavy price for resisting fascist forces — with 35 million casualties — during World War II. In Europe, the Soviet Union was the main battlefield against German fascist forces and suffered the heaviest loss — about 27 million lives.
\nIt was against Nazi Germany, and fascist Japan and Italy that the advocates of justice around the world came together. China, the US, the Soviet Union and the United Kingdom mainly formed the antifascist alliance, after more than four years of tenacious struggle, ultimately achieving victory. These four countries, along with France, became the cornerstone of the United Nations Security Council, and the guardians of world peace and order.
\nWhen a country loses its sense of right and wrong and historical perspective for short-term gains, cognitive dissonance arises, followed by a host of complex contradictions, problems and disputes. And when humankind abandons the correct historical perspective, the world falls into turmoil, and confrontations and wars have proliferated.
\nAfter the end of World War II, the international situation underwent drastic changes. The Cold War broke out, with the US and the Soviet Union vying for global hegemony.
\nThis led to a change in the US' strategic need for Japan. In order to contain the Soviet Union's influence in Asia, the US chose not to cleanse Japanese society of militarism and instead began supporting Japan's policies.
\nAs a result, many Japanese war criminals escaped punishment, with some of them even assuming important positions in the Japanese government. Also, due to Japan's constitutional monarchy form of government, the emperor's family members continued to be involved in Japanese politics, creating a complex web of connections between high-ranking officials and war criminals.
\nConsequently, some Japanese politicians today continue to cover up, avoid or refuse to reflect on their country's wartime past. Some even deny, try to whitewash, and glorify Japan's history of militarism, with certain Japanese politicians, rather a part of Japanese society, distorting history and confusing the people.
\nWorse, eighty years have passed, and the signs of this scar flaring up again are becoming increasingly evident, every year on the anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II, Japanese prime ministers and Cabinet members visit or send offerings to Yasukuni Shrine, which honors, among others, 14 Class A war criminals, rubbing salt into the historical wounds of the people of Asia.
\nGiven these facts, Japan is unlikely to reflect on its militaristic past. Instead, it could once again become a belligerent, warmongering power.
\nFrom the perspective of ideology and great-power rivalry, the West has deliberately downplayed and diminished the roles of China and Russia in the anti-fascist war. The Soviet Union, as the main European battlefield, paid the price with 27 million lives.
\nYet in the Western narrative, it was the United States and the United Kingdom that defeated fascist Germany in World War II. China endured 14 years of bloody struggle, suffering 35 million casualties, but according to the Western historical narrative, China's contributions in World War II are deliberately downplayed. The hard-won victory in World War II at the cost of the blood and lives of tens of millions of Chinese and Russian people, have been deliberately overlooked by many Western historians and observers.
\nChina and Russia both are major countries in the fast-changing world. But their relationship today is not an alliance; it is a strategic cooperative partnership in the new era based on the common cognition of global peace — and their need to safeguard national security.
\nIf signs of a resurgence of Japanese militarism become evident, China and Russia, together with other peace-loving countries, will firmly oppose it. The two countries, along with others, stood together during World War II to defend justice, and remain committed to preventing any return of militarism that threatens peace and stability in Asia.
\nChina and Russia have the responsibility to address the root causes that threaten Asian security and lay the foundation for lasting peace in East Asia and the world.
\nIn this context, China's Victory Day military parade on Sept 3 should be seen as a display of the country's peace-loving forces, aimed at pursuing peace through deterrence. This is the best way to stop those who are eager to trigger conflicts.
\nThe views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.
\n", - "content": "\nFour score years ago, our predecessors were caught up in an unprecedentedly arduous war in human history. And the scars the World Anti-Fascist War left behind can never be erased.
\nFortunately, however, in the battle between good and evil, good ultimately triumphed. Commemorating the sacrifices our predecessors made to protect us against evil on the 80th anniversary of the victory in that war will endow us with greater strength, enabling us to move forward.
\nGiven the Western-dominated historical narrative of World War II, many are aware of the significance of the Miracle of Dunkirk, the Normandy landings and the Battle of Midway.
\nBut in the main theater in the East, China had already been engaged in a grueling and heroic Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) for 10 years before the Pearl Harbor attack, following which the United States ultimately declared war on Japan.
\nChina, the main battlefield against Japanese aggression, paid a heavy price for resisting fascist forces — with 35 million casualties — during World War II. In Europe, the Soviet Union was the main battlefield against German fascist forces and suffered the heaviest loss — about 27 million lives.
\nIt was against Nazi Germany, and fascist Japan and Italy that the advocates of justice around the world came together. China, the US, the Soviet Union and the United Kingdom mainly formed the antifascist alliance, after more than four years of tenacious struggle, ultimately achieving victory. These four countries, along with France, became the cornerstone of the United Nations Security Council, and the guardians of world peace and order.
\nWhen a country loses its sense of right and wrong and historical perspective for short-term gains, cognitive dissonance arises, followed by a host of complex contradictions, problems and disputes. And when humankind abandons the correct historical perspective, the world falls into turmoil, and confrontations and wars have proliferated.
\nAfter the end of World War II, the international situation underwent drastic changes. The Cold War broke out, with the US and the Soviet Union vying for global hegemony.
\nThis led to a change in the US' strategic need for Japan. In order to contain the Soviet Union's influence in Asia, the US chose not to cleanse Japanese society of militarism and instead began supporting Japan's policies.
\nAs a result, many Japanese war criminals escaped punishment, with some of them even assuming important positions in the Japanese government. Also, due to Japan's constitutional monarchy form of government, the emperor's family members continued to be involved in Japanese politics, creating a complex web of connections between high-ranking officials and war criminals.
\nConsequently, some Japanese politicians today continue to cover up, avoid or refuse to reflect on their country's wartime past. Some even deny, try to whitewash, and glorify Japan's history of militarism, with certain Japanese politicians, rather a part of Japanese society, distorting history and confusing the people.
\nWorse, eighty years have passed, and the signs of this scar flaring up again are becoming increasingly evident, every year on the anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II, Japanese prime ministers and Cabinet members visit or send offerings to Yasukuni Shrine, which honors, among others, 14 Class A war criminals, rubbing salt into the historical wounds of the people of Asia.
\nGiven these facts, Japan is unlikely to reflect on its militaristic past. Instead, it could once again become a belligerent, warmongering power.
\nFrom the perspective of ideology and great-power rivalry, the West has deliberately downplayed and diminished the roles of China and Russia in the anti-fascist war. The Soviet Union, as the main European battlefield, paid the price with 27 million lives.
\nYet in the Western narrative, it was the United States and the United Kingdom that defeated fascist Germany in World War II. China endured 14 years of bloody struggle, suffering 35 million casualties, but according to the Western historical narrative, China's contributions in World War II are deliberately downplayed. The hard-won victory in World War II at the cost of the blood and lives of tens of millions of Chinese and Russian people, have been deliberately overlooked by many Western historians and observers.
\nChina and Russia both are major countries in the fast-changing world. But their relationship today is not an alliance; it is a strategic cooperative partnership in the new era based on the common cognition of global peace — and their need to safeguard national security.
\nIf signs of a resurgence of Japanese militarism become evident, China and Russia, together with other peace-loving countries, will firmly oppose it. The two countries, along with others, stood together during World War II to defend justice, and remain committed to preventing any return of militarism that threatens peace and stability in Asia.
\nChina and Russia have the responsibility to address the root causes that threaten Asian security and lay the foundation for lasting peace in East Asia and the world.
\nIn this context, China's Victory Day military parade on Sept 3 should be seen as a display of the country's peace-loving forces, aimed at pursuing peace through deterrence. This is the best way to stop those who are eager to trigger conflicts.
\nThe views don't necessarily represent those of China Daily.
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Archaeologist Rodemi Chuquilin (right) excavates human remains and clay vessels dating back more than 1,000 years to the pre-Inca Ychsma culture, uncovered by city workers digging a natural gas line in the Santiago de Surco district of Lima, Peru, on Wednesday.
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\nPakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday welcomed Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan, pledging to create win-win opportunities and inject new momentum into the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.
\nSharif made the remarks while addressing the second Pakistan-China B2B Investment Conference in Beijing.
\nPakistan dispatched its largest-ever business delegation to the event, covering agriculture, information technology, commerce, finance and other fields, which Sharif said reflected Islamabad's strong commitment to advancing economic ties with China.
\nHighlighting the "ironclad "friendship that has endured for over seven decades, Sharif recalled that Pakistan has always received China's steadfast support in times of crisis, whether during earthquakes, floods or global turbulence.
\nNoting the signing of the landmark China-Pakistan Economic Corridor agreement in 2015, he said the project has enabled Pakistan to overcome crippling power shortages, achieve energy self-sufficiency and revive its industry and agriculture.
\nCPEC is a framework of regional connectivity and a signature project of the Belt and Road Initiative.
\nLooking ahead, Sharif said the two sides are launching CPEC 2.0, with priorities including B2B investment, agriculture, IT, mineral development and special economic zones.
\nHe emphasized that industrial cooperation will remain the "cornerstone" of bilateral economic ties and a defining feature of CPEC's high-quality development in its second phase.
\nSharif invited Chinese companies to consider Pakistan as a preferred investment destination, particularly for relocating industries into special economic zones as Pakistan offers a unique comparative advantage with a large pool of skilled and cost-effective labor, competitive input costs, and strategic connectivity to regional and global markets.
\nAchievements hailed
\nThe prime minister also hailed China's remarkable achievements over the past five decades, from becoming the world's second-largest economy to lifting millions out of poverty, and pledged that Pakistan would strive to learn from its success and build a stronger national economy.
\nRen Hongbin, chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, said at the event that the council will establish more tailored trade promotion platforms, supporting Chinese enterprises to import Pakistan's competitive products such as cotton yarn, leather, garments, seafood and nuts, while also encouraging more investment in Pakistan. China has been Pakistan's largest trading partner for 10 consecutive years, its top import source, second-largest export market, and the biggest source of foreign direct investment.
\nAccording to figures from the General Administration of Customs of China, the total bilateral trade in goods between China and Pakistan reached $23.1 billion in 2024, an increase of 11.1 percent from the previous year. Figures from the Huaon Industrial Research Institute show that from January to July this year, bilateral trade reached $14.5 billion, up 11.5 percent year-on-year.
\nHe Zhenwei, president of the China Overseas Development Association, said the CPEC has shifted from "hard connectivity "in infrastructure to "soft connectivity" in industrial cooperation, green and low-carbon growth, and livelihood improvements, making it a powerful driver of Pakistan's socioeconomic development.
\nHe expressed hope that Pakistan will create a more favorable business environment for Chinese high-tech firms, noting that Chinese enterprises going abroad now aim not only to secure resources but also to export standards and solutions in areas such as electric vehicles and digital payments.
\nHe said the association is preparing job fairs for Chinese companies operating in Pakistan.
\nThe initiative will target more than 38,000 Pakistani students currently studying in China, aiming both to ease labor shortages for businesses and to help students secure employment opportunities after graduation.
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\n", - "content": "\nPakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday welcomed Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan, pledging to create win-win opportunities and inject new momentum into the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.
\nSharif made the remarks while addressing the second Pakistan-China B2B Investment Conference in Beijing.
\nPakistan dispatched its largest-ever business delegation to the event, covering agriculture, information technology, commerce, finance and other fields, which Sharif said reflected Islamabad's strong commitment to advancing economic ties with China.
\nHighlighting the "ironclad "friendship that has endured for over seven decades, Sharif recalled that Pakistan has always received China's steadfast support in times of crisis, whether during earthquakes, floods or global turbulence.
\nNoting the signing of the landmark China-Pakistan Economic Corridor agreement in 2015, he said the project has enabled Pakistan to overcome crippling power shortages, achieve energy self-sufficiency and revive its industry and agriculture.
\nCPEC is a framework of regional connectivity and a signature project of the Belt and Road Initiative.
\nLooking ahead, Sharif said the two sides are launching CPEC 2.0, with priorities including B2B investment, agriculture, IT, mineral development and special economic zones.
\nHe emphasized that industrial cooperation will remain the "cornerstone" of bilateral economic ties and a defining feature of CPEC's high-quality development in its second phase.
\nSharif invited Chinese companies to consider Pakistan as a preferred investment destination, particularly for relocating industries into special economic zones as Pakistan offers a unique comparative advantage with a large pool of skilled and cost-effective labor, competitive input costs, and strategic connectivity to regional and global markets.
\nAchievements hailed
\nThe prime minister also hailed China's remarkable achievements over the past five decades, from becoming the world's second-largest economy to lifting millions out of poverty, and pledged that Pakistan would strive to learn from its success and build a stronger national economy.
\nRen Hongbin, chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, said at the event that the council will establish more tailored trade promotion platforms, supporting Chinese enterprises to import Pakistan's competitive products such as cotton yarn, leather, garments, seafood and nuts, while also encouraging more investment in Pakistan. China has been Pakistan's largest trading partner for 10 consecutive years, its top import source, second-largest export market, and the biggest source of foreign direct investment.
\nAccording to figures from the General Administration of Customs of China, the total bilateral trade in goods between China and Pakistan reached $23.1 billion in 2024, an increase of 11.1 percent from the previous year. Figures from the Huaon Industrial Research Institute show that from January to July this year, bilateral trade reached $14.5 billion, up 11.5 percent year-on-year.
\nHe Zhenwei, president of the China Overseas Development Association, said the CPEC has shifted from "hard connectivity "in infrastructure to "soft connectivity" in industrial cooperation, green and low-carbon growth, and livelihood improvements, making it a powerful driver of Pakistan's socioeconomic development.
\nHe expressed hope that Pakistan will create a more favorable business environment for Chinese high-tech firms, noting that Chinese enterprises going abroad now aim not only to secure resources but also to export standards and solutions in areas such as electric vehicles and digital payments.
\nHe said the association is preparing job fairs for Chinese companies operating in Pakistan.
\nThe initiative will target more than 38,000 Pakistani students currently studying in China, aiming both to ease labor shortages for businesses and to help students secure employment opportunities after graduation.
\nzhaojia@chinadaily.com.cn
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A technician from Taiyuan North Rolling-stock Depot in Shanxi province inspects brake adjusters inside a workshop. The depot has introduced 28 control measures on brake adjusters, providing a solid safeguard for braking safety of heavy-haul trains running along the Datong-Qinhuangdao rail line.
\n", @@ -9883,28 +9685,6 @@ "hash": "602c24c7144ed022400187f6383d5de0", "highlights": [] }, - { - "title": "013BUSINESS - Ikea to invest more in China", - "description": "Ikea China on Wednesday pledged to invest 160 million yuan ($22 million) in China during its 2026 fiscal year, as the Swedish home-furnishings giant deepens its bet on the Chinese market through price cuts, new product lines and expanded digital services.
\nThe retailer plans to introduce more than 1,600 new home products, 23 collections and over 50 new food offerings over the coming year, with a sharp focus on "complete sleep" and "kitchen living".
\nIt has pledged 160 million yuan in price cuts covering more than 150 bestselling items.
\nOver the past two fiscal years, Ikea China has already spent 673 million yuan to develop more low-priced products and launched an AI-powered digital design platform now available in 31 Ikea markets.
\nThe company opened new stores in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, Shanghai, and Shenzhen of Guangdong province in the ongoing fiscal year, apart from the first pickup point in the country that welcomed customers in Shenzhen.
\nTolga Oncu, retail manager and COO of Ikea Retail, Ingka Group, said: "China is not only a vital link in Ikea's global value chain; it is also the test-bed for retail innovation. We look very much forward to continuing innovating our retail business in China and bringing some learnings to other parts of the world."
\nIkea's new brand promise for the 2026 fiscal year — Home Is More Than You Think — is underpinned by its latest China Life at Home Report, which found that people satisfied with their living spaces are more optimistic about the future.
\nConsumers are increasingly seeking flexible, evolving homes, long-term value and products that enhance daily well-being. Ikea said it will focus on inspiration, longevity and affordability as its three guiding values.
\nTo deliver on those goals, the retailer plans to expand kitchen offerings with sustainable, cost-effective materials tailored to Chinese cooking, add more localized dishes to its in-store restaurants, and roll out further investments under its "Growing Plus" initiative.
\nIkea China has also been stepping up its digital and omnichannel strategy. In August, it opened a flagship store on JD.com to reach more customers in the market, following last year's establishment of a retail development center to develop products, logistics and digital solutions designed specifically for the local market.
\nSustainability remains central to Ikea's China strategy.
\nIngka Investments, the investment arm of Ingka Group, last month invested in Shanghai Re-Mall Environmental Protection New Material Co Ltd, a Chinese recycler of post-consumer packaging waste, marking the first Chinese investment for Ingka Investments in its Circular Investment portfolio.
\nThe company said it will continue to expand green operations, consumption and circular services in partnership with local players.
\nIkea China said it will stay open-minded, continuously exploring digital platforms while upgrading existing full-size stores and piloting new small-store formats.
\nTo date, Ingka Group operates 40 customer touchpoints in China — comprising 37 Ikea stores, two experience centers, one design studio and 10 Livat shopping centers.
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\nIkea China on Wednesday pledged to invest 160 million yuan ($22 million) in China during its 2026 fiscal year, as the Swedish home-furnishings giant deepens its bet on the Chinese market through price cuts, new product lines and expanded digital services.
\nThe retailer plans to introduce more than 1,600 new home products, 23 collections and over 50 new food offerings over the coming year, with a sharp focus on "complete sleep" and "kitchen living".
\nIt has pledged 160 million yuan in price cuts covering more than 150 bestselling items.
\nOver the past two fiscal years, Ikea China has already spent 673 million yuan to develop more low-priced products and launched an AI-powered digital design platform now available in 31 Ikea markets.
\nThe company opened new stores in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, Shanghai, and Shenzhen of Guangdong province in the ongoing fiscal year, apart from the first pickup point in the country that welcomed customers in Shenzhen.
\nTolga Oncu, retail manager and COO of Ikea Retail, Ingka Group, said: "China is not only a vital link in Ikea's global value chain; it is also the test-bed for retail innovation. We look very much forward to continuing innovating our retail business in China and bringing some learnings to other parts of the world."
\nIkea's new brand promise for the 2026 fiscal year — Home Is More Than You Think — is underpinned by its latest China Life at Home Report, which found that people satisfied with their living spaces are more optimistic about the future.
\nConsumers are increasingly seeking flexible, evolving homes, long-term value and products that enhance daily well-being. Ikea said it will focus on inspiration, longevity and affordability as its three guiding values.
\nTo deliver on those goals, the retailer plans to expand kitchen offerings with sustainable, cost-effective materials tailored to Chinese cooking, add more localized dishes to its in-store restaurants, and roll out further investments under its "Growing Plus" initiative.
\nIkea China has also been stepping up its digital and omnichannel strategy. In August, it opened a flagship store on JD.com to reach more customers in the market, following last year's establishment of a retail development center to develop products, logistics and digital solutions designed specifically for the local market.
\nSustainability remains central to Ikea's China strategy.
\nIngka Investments, the investment arm of Ingka Group, last month invested in Shanghai Re-Mall Environmental Protection New Material Co Ltd, a Chinese recycler of post-consumer packaging waste, marking the first Chinese investment for Ingka Investments in its Circular Investment portfolio.
\nThe company said it will continue to expand green operations, consumption and circular services in partnership with local players.
\nIkea China said it will stay open-minded, continuously exploring digital platforms while upgrading existing full-size stores and piloting new small-store formats.
\nTo date, Ingka Group operates 40 customer touchpoints in China — comprising 37 Ikea stores, two experience centers, one design studio and 10 Livat shopping centers.
\nwangzhuoqiong@chinadaily.com.cn
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Workers manufacture data cables at a production workshop of an electronics enterprise in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Aug 20.
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Two officers from Kunming Customs inspect Thai durians imported via the China-Laos Railway at Mohan Railway Port in Yunnan province in August.
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\nLast month, at the loading area of Cuori Electrical Appliances (Group) Co Ltd in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, five container trucks laden with steam irons and vacuum cleaners set off for Indonesia.
\nThis was the company's fourth shipment to Southeast Asia in August, signaling rising demand for Chinese household appliances across the region.
\nCuori Electrical's exports to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations soared 46.8 percent year-on-year to 88.81 million yuan ($12.36 million) in the first seven months, data from Ningbo Customs show.
\n"With the tariff policies of the United States adding pressure on global manufacturers this year, we have stepped up our overseas expansion, focusing more on Southeast Asian markets," said Li Guangze, Cuori's financial director.
\nLi said that rising urbanization, a growing middle-income group and the increased spending power of Gen Z consumers — those born between the mid-1990s and early 2000s — together with stronger demand for affordable, reliable appliances, have lifted the company's sales of irons as well as other small household devices in the ASEAN region, making it one of its fastest-growing export markets.
\nReflecting the trend, China's trade with ASEAN — its largest trading partner — rose 9.4 percent on a yearly basis to 4.29 trillion yuan between January and July, accounting for 16.7 percent of the country's total, according to the General Administration of Customs.
\nAmong ASEAN members, Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia were China's top three trading partners during this period, the GAC said.
\nZhao Fujun, a researcher specializing in international economic cooperation at the Beijing-based Development Research Center of the State Council, said that even though big-ticket infrastructure projects have been the calling cards of Chinese companies in Southeast Asia, the region has now emerged as one of China's most dynamic trade partners after entering a new growth stage.
\nThe implementation of Version 3.0 of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area, coupled with expanding trade under the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership and cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative, will provide fresh impetus for long-term trade growth, said Zhao.
\nCommerce and trade ministers from China and ASEAN jointly announced in May the official conclusion of talks for CAFTA 3.0 via an online meeting, according to information released by the Ministry of Commerce.
\nChina and the 10 ASEAN member states will expedite their respective domestic administrative and legislative procedures and work toward formally signing the CAFTA 3.0 upgraded protocol by the end of this year.
\nCAFTA 3.0 covers nine areas, encompassing both existing fields under the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area agreement and emerging sectors with significant potential for cooperation, including the digital economy, green economy, supply chain connectivity, trade facilitation and economic and technical cooperation.
\nCai Hongbo, director of the Free Trade Zone Research Center at Beijing Normal University, said that amid mounting challenges to global trade, the conclusion of the CAFTA 3.0 negotiations signals a renewed commitment to openness and cooperation, underlining the resilience of free trade and providing greater certainty for regional and global economies.
\n"ASEAN needs Chinese goods because demand is surging while affordability and supply reliability matter most," said Cai. "China's industrial capacity, product range and trade agreements position it as the natural supplier."
\nFor instance, Southeast Asia still faces major infrastructure gaps in power supply, transportation and manufacturing. Products like power generators and construction machinery from China fill critical needs for stable electricity and urban expansion. China's ability to supply at scale and relatively lower cost makes it the go-to partner, he added.
\nIn addition to agricultural products, ASEAN's exports to China cover a wide range of goods, including rubber, palm oil, seafood, timber, coal, chemicals, raw materials for plastics, refined oil, copper, nickel and other minerals. The regional bloc also supplies China with manufactured items such as data storage devices, integrated circuits, electronics and rubber-based medical supplies.
\nChina ships mainly computers, telecommunications equipment, trains, bulk and container vessels, excavators, diesel fuel, steel, lighting products, medical equipment, textiles and household appliances to ASEAN. Its electric vehicles, power storage equipment and trucks have also become popular in many Asian countries in recent years.
\nAgg Power Technology (Fuzhou) Co Ltd, a power equipment manufacturer based in Fuzhou, Fujian province, plans to expand in ASEAN markets by increasing investment in innovation and strengthening its local service networks in the coming years, with the aim of boosting regional supply chain cooperation.
\nThe company's exports to ASEAN reached 147 million yuan during the January-July period, up 41.3 percent year-on-year, said Fuzhou Customs.
\nChen Ran, the company's operations director, said sales of diesel generator sets had remained particularly strong in Southeast Asian markets, pushed by Agg Power's efforts to refine its product mix and offer customized services to meet varied customer needs.
\n"Our products are widely used in urban infrastructure projects across ASEAN countries, ensuring stable power supply and steadily increasing our market share," said Chen, adding that the company had taken part in several projects in Indonesia this year — including power stations and petrol bunks — driving up its market share in the country to 19 percent.
\nAs ASEAN economies advance, their demand for high-tech products from China has also grown rapidly, with imports increasingly concentrated in areas such as electronics, digital and green technologies, said Zhang Junbin, founder of Yunjing Intelligence Innovation Co Ltd, a manufacturer of household robots based in Shenzhen, Guangdong province.
\n"Since the beginning of this year, we have been advancing our globalization strategy with a strong focus on expanding in ASEAN," said Zhang. "Our robotic vacuum cleaners, equipped with artificial intelligence-powered visual recognition and intelligent path-planning technologies, have performed particularly well in overseas markets."
\nFrom January to July, the Chinese company's exports to ASEAN reached nearly 20 million yuan, up 194 percent year-on-year, data from Shenzhen Customs showed.
\nLyu Daliang, director of the department of statistics and analysis at the GAC, said that despite a challenging external environment, China's foreign trade has sustained steady growth, with its trade structure becoming more optimized and high-tech products playing an increasingly vital role in driving overall expansion.
\nChina's trade of high-tech products, including high-end machine tools and electric vehicles, reached 5.1 trillion yuan from January to July, up 8.4 percent year-on-year, contributing 45.4 percent to the overall growth of foreign trade during this period, data from the GAC showed.
\nAlongside the trade growth, improved regional connectivity projects are also strengthening China-ASEAN economic ties. The China-Laos Railway, for example, handled more than 3 million metric tons of imports and exports in the first half, with a trade value exceeding 12.8 billion yuan, up 8.2 percent and 38.5 percent year-on-year, respectively, said Kunming Customs.
\nKey exports from Laos to China include fruits, beer, cassava, rubber and minerals, with the range of products transported expanding from just over 10 to more than 3,000 varieties.
\nWith more regional connectivity projects coming on stream, a wider variety of Southeast Asian goods will enter the Chinese market, broadening from traditional commodities to higher value-added products, said Chen Jianwei, a researcher at the University of International Business and Economics' Academy of China Open Economy Studies in Beijing.
\nChen said stronger trade links will further weave regional supply chains together and solidify China-ASEAN economic cooperation, providing fresh momentum for long-term growth.
\nzhongnan@chinadaily.com.cn
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