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China's major shale oil base reports production breakthrough
A major shale oil production zone in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region reported its crude oil output exceeding 1.7 million tonnes so far this year, marking a significant breakthrough in the country's shale oil development, China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) announced on Tuesday.
December 10, 2025
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Shenzhou-21 astronauts complete first series of extravehicular activities
The Shenzhou-21 crew aboard China's orbiting space station completed their mission's first series of extravehicular activities on Tuesday, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).
December 10, 2025
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Chinese robotics expand global reach
While domestic robot technology matures and application scenarios expand, Chinese-made robots are accelerating their global presence, empowering industrial innovation. In 2024, China became the world's second-largest exporter of industrial robots. The exports grew 61.5 percent year-on-year in the first half of this year.
December 9, 2025
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Tracing origins of timbers in Beijing's Forbidden City
Wandering around the Forbidden City in Beijing, visitors can breathe in history and appreciate various structures that were built in accordance with traditional Chinese architectural hierarchy.
December 9, 2025
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Pooled efforts expected to deepen reforms in Hong Kong with new legislature elected
The election of the eighth-term Legislative Council (LegCo) of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) has concluded, with the results for all 90 seats announced early on Monday.
December 9, 2025
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China makes new, innovative drugs more accessible, affordable
China has introduced an updated version of its national medical insurance drug catalog and the inaugural edition of the commercial insurance innovative drug list. The lists are anticipated to improve access to new and innovative drugs while making commonly used medications more affordable.
December 9, 2025
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China's new-energy passenger car sales see steady growth in November
China's new-energy passenger vehicle market continued to see stable growth in November, with retail sales reaching nearly 1.32 million units, industry association data showed on Monday.
December 9, 2025
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Film on development of China's highest county to hit screen
A film depicting the developmental journey of Tsonyi, China's highest-altitude county in Xizang Autonomous Region, is scheduled for nationwide release on Dec. 16.
December 9, 2025
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DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng, 'Deep Diver' Du Mengran named to Nature's influential 2025 list
The pair are recognized respectively for driving the development of powerful large-scale AI models and for pioneering deep-sea exploration that revealed some of the deepest animal ecosystems ever observed on Earth.
December 9, 2025
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A total of 7,824 athletes from 34 delegations have registered for China's 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games, with the main competition schedule beginning Tuesday across Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao.
December 9, 2025
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China ramps up power trading to deliver greener, safer energy supply
As China accelerates its power market reform, a growing cohort of enterprises is discovering an "electricity supermarket," where they can choose to purchase electricity at market-based rates with more flexible cost control and faster transition towards cleaner energy.
December 9, 2025
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China's next-gen factories set to redefine manufacturing landscape
In the heart of Shenzhen, the southern engine room of China's tech boom, a spotless lab behind glass lacks the typical sounds of lathes whirring or conveyor belts moving.
December 9, 2025
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Results of HKSAR's 8th-term LegCo election unveiled
The results of the election of the eighth-term Legislative Council (LegCo) of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) were unveiled early on Monday.
December 8, 2025
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Prehistoric grain storage pits discovered in northwest China
Multiple grain storage pits dating back more than 4,000 years were discovered in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, which offer fresh evidence for the study of early civilization in that area, according to archaeologists.
December 5, 2025
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China sees rapid green and low-carbon energy transition from 2021-2025
During the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), China has seen its green and low-carbon energy transition accelerate at the fastest pace, according to Wang Hongzhi, head of the National Energy Administration (NEA).
December 5, 2025
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Industrial tourism ignites consumer market in global manufacturing powerhouse
As the world's manufacturing powerhouse, China is turning its vast industrial landscape into tourism destinations that give visitors immersive, behind-the-scenes experiences, bringing them closer to the charm hidden inside factory doors and injecting fresh momentum into its consumer market.
December 5, 2025
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Expo on AI machines, electronics opens in Macao, pursuing global opportunities
The 2025 Global Artificial Intelligence Machines and Electronics Expo (AIE) kicked off in China's Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) on Thursday, focusing on cooperation among the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and global opportunities.
December 5, 2025
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Bamboo culture revives amid China's eco-friendly endeavors
While China's newly unveiled recommendations for formulating the next five-year plan chart courses for sectors like solar energy, wind energy and new materials, they also set the stage for rejuvenating the nation's ancient bamboo culture.
December 5, 2025
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Red leaves spark tourism boom across China
Watching red leaves has long been a favourite autumn pastime in China, and the passion for this seasonal tradition is now becoming a powerful economic engine across the country, especially in rural areas.
December 5, 2025
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Shenzhou-21 crew set for first extravehicular activities
The Shenzhou-21 crew members on board China's space station will conduct their first extravehicular activities within the next few days, the China Manned Space Agency announced on Thursday.
December 5, 2025
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Influx of intl tourists helps illuminate the real Xinjiang
Xinjiang is emerging as a popular world-class destination thanks to China's policies that facilitate visas, payments and accommodation for inbound tourists.
December 4, 2025
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Millennia-old craft weaves hope, opportunity for people with disabilities in north China
Since its inception in 2019, Yushan Center has trained nearly 3,000 individuals with disabilities and created over 200 employment opportunities, empowering them to break free from social isolation and unlock their full potential.
December 4, 2025
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China boosts inclusive finance support for small, micro firms during 2021-2025
China has continuously strengthened its inclusive finance support for small and micro firms during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), with the average annual growth rate of inclusive loans to these entities exceeding 20 percent during this period.
December 3, 2025
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China launches global drug price registration system
China on Tuesday launched a medicine price registration system, providing price registration and inquiry services for global pharmaceutical companies both online and offline.
December 3, 2025
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China's Xinjiang hosts regional forum to boost Central Asia links, trade
The Tianshan Forum for Central Asia Economic Cooperation opened on Tuesday in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, drawing over 300 government officials and representatives from financial institutions, think tanks and the private sector to discuss promoting trade and investment across the region.
December 3, 2025
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Chinese modernization offers new choice for Global South
Many participants of the 2025 Understanding China Conference have said that China's development practices offer the world -- countries in the Global South, in particular -- an alternative type of modernization distinct from established Western models, adding stability and momentum to global development.
December 3, 2025
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Average life expectancy in China hits 79 years
China's average life expectancy reached 79 years in 2024, according to a report released Tuesday by the National Health Commission.
December 2, 2025
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High-efficiency gas turbine boosts low-carbon power supply in China
An 843-megawatt gas turbine was officially connected to the grid on late Sunday in east China's Zhejiang Province, after completing a 168-hour full-load trial run.
December 2, 2025
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Global delegates explore green industry cooperation at China expo
A robot named "Pasini" drew crowds at the 2025 World Green Development Investment and Trade Expo & China Green Food Expo, as it moved its mechanical arms, which are fitted with nearly 2,000 tactile sensors.
December 2, 2025
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Shenzhou-20 spaceship to make uncrewed return to Earth
After a potential space debris impact, the Shenzhou-20 spaceship, currently docked with China's space station, will make an uncrewed return to Earth, according to Ji Qiming, a project spokesperson with the country's manned space program.
December 2, 2025