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Remains of 12 Chinese martyrs in Korean War returned to homeland from ROK
The remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) martyrs who lost their lives during the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-1953) were returned to China from the Republic of Korea (ROK) on Wednesday.
April 22, 2026
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From cowshed to book cafe, China's villages explore new expressions of rural life
What is happening in Miaoquan is not unique, although it is not entirely straightforward either. Similar "cowshed book cafes" have sprung up in rural parts of Anhui, Yunnan, Fujian, Zhejiang and Jiangxi. On Rednote, the Chinese lifestyle platform, posts related to "cowshed book cafes" have surpassed 100,000.
April 22, 2026
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China boosts digital technology in push for modernization
More than 100 humanoid robots competed in 2026 Beijing E-Town half-marathon on Sunday, with the winner outpacing all human competitors. In the area where the race took place, service robots offering moxibustion and massage are already being used to care for the elderly.
April 22, 2026
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Traditional earthen buildings revitalized through boutique hospitality, culture
Driving from east China's Nanjing with her parents, a tourist surnamed Ju chose a boutique homestay converted from a traditional "Tulou," or earthen building, in Zhangzhou City, east China's Fujian Province.
April 22, 2026
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China's homegrown quantum computer gains AI capabilities
China's third-generation independent superconducting quantum computer, "Origin Wukong," has been initially equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) computing capabilities, marking a major step forward from "usable" to "user-friendly" for China's homegrown quantum computing power, Science and Technology Daily reported on Tuesday.
April 22, 2026
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China shares emerging industries' IP experience to boost global governance
China's annual National Intellectual Property (IP) Publicity Week kicked off on Monday with a high-level forum focused on sharing its governance experience in protecting innovations in emerging industries like artificial intelligence (AI), as part of broader efforts to contribute to global governance.
April 21, 2026
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First national reading week begins as China builds book-loving society
As spring unfolds across China, so do the pages of countless books. On Monday, the country's first national reading week and the fifth national reading conference opened in tandem, an invitation to turn over a new leaf in the nation's journey toward a book-loving society.
April 21, 2026
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Taiwan business groups urge DPP to respond to mainland's exchange policies
Business groups in Taiwan on Monday urged the island's authorities to respond to the newly unveiled policy measures by the mainland aimed at promoting cross-Strait exchanges and cooperation.
April 21, 2026
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China shares emerging industries' IP experience to boost global governance
China's annual National Intellectual Property (IP) Publicity Week kicked off on Monday with a high-level forum focused on sharing its governance experience in protecting innovations in emerging industries like artificial intelligence (AI), as part of broader efforts to contribute to global governance.
April 21, 2026
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China dispatches Y-20B to repatriate CPV soldiers' remains from ROK
China on Monday dispatched a Y-20B large transport aircraft to the Republic of Korea (ROK) to carry back the 13th batch of remains of Chinese soldiers who died during the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-1953).
April 21, 2026
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Digital reading boom draws more Chinese into books
The rapid rise of digital reading is encouraging more Chinese people to develop reading habits, as access to books and overall reading rates continue to grow alongside a nationwide push to build a book-loving society.
April 21, 2026
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More health insurance coverage for cancer patients in China
A six-week course of treatment for brain cancer at a hospital in China can cost about 54,000 yuan (about 7,870 U.S. dollars), a price that could be unaffordable for many families, given the country's per capita disposable income of 43,377 yuan in 2025.
April 20, 2026
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Foreign buyers hit record for first phase of China's Canton Fair
The first phase of the 139th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, closed on Sunday with a record number of overseas buyers, the organizer said.
April 20, 2026
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Humanoid robots shatter human record, showcase autonomy at Beijing half marathon
On a crisp Sunday morning, the starting gun rang out at an innovation zone on the southeastern outskirts of Beijing. More than 100 humanoid robotic runners clattered across the starting line, their servos humming with a staccato whir.
April 20, 2026
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Why multinationals still see China as a long-term industrial bet
In an increasingly uncertain global economy, many multinational companies are still choosing to deepen their presence in China. They are attracted by a combination that remains difficult to match: a well-developed industrial chain, a vast market and a stable policy environment that continues to support foreign investment.
April 20, 2026
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China's reform frontier offers launchpad for young dreamers from Hong Kong and beyond
At this year's Spring Festival Gala, a martial arts performance titled "Wu BOT" amazed audiences. Dozens of humanoid robots took the stage alongside martial artists, executing precise kung fu moves -- squatting, leg sweeping, and side flipping -- in perfect sync. Their seamless coordination and stunning moves quickly made waves on social media.
April 20, 2026
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China's consumer shift: Not just importing, but integrating global supply chains
The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) concluded on Saturday in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province. It drew 3,413 premium consumer brands from 67 countries and regions, with international exhibits making up 65 percent of the total, a sharp increase of 20 percentage points from the previous edition.
April 20, 2026
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Shenzhou-21 astronauts complete third series of extravehicular activities
The Shenzhou-21 crew aboard China's orbiting space station completed their mission's third series of extravehicular activities on Friday, according to the China Manned Space Agency.
April 17, 2026
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China releases salmon fry into boundary river to support ecological cooperation
China has released 600,000 salmon fry into the Tumenjiang River to restore aquatic life and support cross-border ecological cooperation in Northeast Asia.
April 17, 2026
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China's farm machinery manufacturers expand global reach amid exports surge
Tavol reflects the broader growth of China's agricultural machinery exports in recent years, driven by rising demand for mechanization in developing countries, with shipments surging 32.3 percent year on year to 67.4 billion yuan in 2025, according to customs data.
April 17, 2026
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Chinese PLA Navy to host open-ship events celebrating 77th anniversary
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy will open its barracks to the public in over 10 cities nationwide around April 23, marking its 77th anniversary, with over 40 active-duty vessels set for public visits.
April 17, 2026
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Innovation pilots China's low-altitude economy surge
Via the rapid advancement of digital technologies and smart equipment, China's low-altitude economy is entering a period of fast growth. Across the country, innovation is driving the integration of low-altitude technologies with sectors such as agriculture, logistics and cultural tourism, creating new economic opportunities.
April 17, 2026
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China ups legal tools to counter foreign long-arm jurisdiction
China's newly introduced rules on countering foreign long-arm jurisdiction are expected to bolster the country's responses to such practices, according to legal experts and observers.
April 17, 2026
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AI rewires consumption – China emerges as global testbed for smart spending
At the technology exhibition zone of the ongoing sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), a variety of innovative products featuring cutting-edge AI technologies are on display. These offerings are captivating visitors by providing a tangible vision of future daily life, while also showcasing China's emergence as a global testbed for smart consumption.
April 17, 2026
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Digital, smart tech helps bring forward delivery of China's second home-built large cruise ship
China's second domestically built large cruise ship, Adora Flora City, will be delivered in Shanghai on Nov. 6, nearly two months ahead of schedule thanks to digital and intelligent technologies that have helped accelerate construction, its builder said on Thursday.
April 17, 2026
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Handicraft experiences turn into new consumer scenes in China
From humming pottery wheels to meticulous bead-crafting tables, once-niche DIY workshops are transforming into China's hottest weekend destinations. The boom highlights a profound shift as young consumers pivot from purchasing mass-produced goods to investing in "emotional satisfaction" and shared experiences.
April 16, 2026
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New companion robot brings emotion recognition to elderly care in China
With support and matchmaking from local authorities, several elderly care facilities in the area have opened up application scenarios for Kangbao, allowing the robot to soon begin real-world testing with elderly users.
April 16, 2026
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Shanghai Hongqiao CBD aims to draw global giants by 2030
Shanghai Hongqiao International Central Business District, a gateway for the Yangtze River Delta's opening-up endeavors, aims to leverage its comprehensive advantages to attract and nurture more multinational corporations during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030).
April 16, 2026
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World's largest pure electric intelligent container ship enters service in China
China's first 10,000-tonne-class pure electric intelligent container ship, also the world's largest of its kind, launched commercial operations on Wednesday afternoon, marking a new phase of green, electric-powered development for the country's coastal container shipping.
April 16, 2026
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Canton Fair opens in China with record scale
The 139th edition of the China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, opened on Wednesday in the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou, drawing a record number of over 32,000 participating enterprises.
April 15, 2026