'AI plus transportation' takes center stage at international expo

Industry leaders attending the on-going 2026 China International Intelligent Transportation Systems Industry Expo in Xiamen in east China's Fujian Province, are describing "AI plus transportation" as the new driving force for building China into a transportation powerhouse.

May 14, 2026

Chinese robots attract attention, cooperation in Central, Eastern European markets

According to Polish company Tech4Business, given the rapid development of China's robotics industry, the company is seeking cooperation with more Chinese robotics suppliers, while European frms are competing to become distributors for Chinese robotics brands.

May 14, 2026

China-Arab media, think tank forum reflects Global South's resolve for shared development

China-Arab cooperation has long been hailed as a model for South-South collaboration. At this forum, discussions centered on translating this potential into tangible results across media and other key sectors.

May 14, 2026

China-US business cooperation holds vast potential, benefits global economy

​At a time of persistent global uncertainty, the business communities of China and the United States have continued to navigate economic headwinds through pragmatic cooperation, delivering a strong vote of confidence on their mutually beneficial economic ties.

May 14, 2026

China's auto sector powers high-quality transformation amid global cooperation

​China's auto industry is accelerating its green and high-quality transformation, powered by the rapid growth of new-energy vehicles (NEVs), which signaled a structural shift by accounting for more than half of China's monthly car sales in April.

May 13, 2026

How smart tech is reshaping China's sports landscape

Digital technology is rapidly reshaping the landscape of sports in China.

May 13, 2026

What to know about ever-deepening China-Arab cooperation?

This year marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Arab states, with bilateral practical cooperation in such fields as energy, digital economy, aerospace and culture continuously yielding fruitful results.

May 13, 2026

Young Chinese blaze trails in rural entrepreneurship with short video platforms

In China, a growing number of educated young people with digital skills are turning rural entrepreneurship into an online phenomenon -- using short videos and e-commerce to bridge the gap between farm and consumer.

May 13, 2026

'Internet plus' empowers China's home nursing services

As China celebrates International Nurses Day on Tuesday, demand for home-based care has been on the rise, making Internet and nursing services a key public welfare issue in improving and upgrading healthcare services.

May 13, 2026

China's ambitious crop-decoding initiative enters field phase, powering smart breeding

Launched in 2023 by the Institute of Crop Sciences of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS) and China's digital-tech giant Tencent, the "Tian Shu" initiative aims to decode the genetic information carried by crop germplasm resources -- the hereditary materials that hold the keys to higher yields, stress tolerance and improved quality.

May 12, 2026

China's creative wetland experiments pay off for migratory birds

China plays an irreplaceable role in global migratory bird conservation. And as the country doubles down on biodiversity and green ecosystems, migratory bird protection initiatives have been rolled out across the country.

May 11, 2026

Chinese brands gain global popularity with innovation and cultural appeal

Chinese brands are engaging global markets with a more open and collaborative approach, driven by the country's growing innovation capacity, market vitality, and rising cultural appeal.

May 11, 2026

Xinjiang's smart farming revolution on cotton fields

​How many hectares of cotton can two people plant? In northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Ai Haipeng and Ling Lei, both born in the 1990s, have a striking answer -- 200 hectares.

May 9, 2026

Canton Fair highlights 'Made in China' upgrade

The 139th Canton Fair closed on Tuesday, drawing over 32,000 exhibitors. As of May 4, the fair had attracted 314,000 overseas buyers from 220 countries and regions, a record high. Meanwhile, data from the General Administration of Customs shows China's foreign trade of goods reached 11.84 trillion yuan (about 1.73 trillion U.S. dollars) in the first quarter of this year, a year-on-year increase of 15 percent.

May 6, 2026

From clicks to creation: How AI is fueling China's micro-drama boom abroad

The growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing the industry into a new stage defined by broader participation, higher efficiency and more diverse content, helping drive its global expansion.

April 30, 2026

China's housing market edges toward rebound, stability

​China's property market, after a period of adjustment, is showing tentative signs of recovery, with transaction volumes in major cities rising in March and month-on-month price declines easing into flat or modest gains, indicating a gradual return of buyer confidence and improving market liquidity.

April 29, 2026

Why 'Becoming Chinese' trend is filling shopping carts worldwide

According to China's customs data, in the first quarter of 2026, China's exports of thermos flasks reached 5 billion yuan (about 732 million U.S. dollars). Meanwhile, tea exports hit 2.7 billion yuan, while overseas sales of electric kettles reached 200 million yuan. These surging numbers tell a bigger story -- one where China's evolving industrial strength goes hand-in-hand with its expanding cultural appeal.

April 28, 2026

How China effectively aligns industrial upgrade with consumption boost

Benign interaction between demand and supply is the key driver of economic development. To promote this positive interplay, China has written into the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) the need to foster virtuous interaction between consumption and investment, as well as between supply and demand, so as to achieve a higher-standard dynamic balance and strengthen the endogenous momentum and reliability of the domestic economy.

April 27, 2026

In China, a quiet sense of safety shapes visitors' travel experience

Foreign tourists still come for the expected attractions -- historic landmarks, natural scenery, futuristic urban life, and a rich culture. Yet a quieter observation is increasingly common in travel accounts: a strong sense of order and safety that is part of China's appeal.

April 27, 2026

China's reading culture gathers pace as pages turn, diversify

​Thursday's World Book Day is being celebrated in China not just for a day but over an entire week this year, as a new national "reading week" initiative points to changing reading habits and growing enthusiasm for books.

April 24, 2026

China scales up offshore wind capacity to accelerate low-carbon transition

​China is ramping up its offshore wind capacity by developing a number of advanced offshore wind projects, accelerating its energy transition, and solidifying its leading edge in the global wind power sector.

April 23, 2026

Running to the future, China's robo-athletes showcase industrial capability

From choreographed Spring Festival Gala performances to steady runs in outdoor marathons, China's humanoid robots are moving beyond controlled demonstrations into more demanding real-world environments, offering a telling glimpse of the sector's technical advances and a visible tip of the country's broader industrial ascent.

April 22, 2026

Major provincial economies leveraging innovation prowess to fuel China's high-quality development

China's major provincial economies are steadily consolidating the foundation of national economic stability while unleashing momentum for progress and delivering high-quality development.

April 21, 2026

Robots, dolls, pets: Hanfu goes beyond human wardrobe

​Forget a conventional Hanfu launch. At a brand show in Caoxian County, east China's Shandong Province, models took the stage holding pint-sized dolls dressed in matching traditional attire, while humanoid robots also appeared in Hanfu, catching much of the audience's attention.

April 20, 2026

China's innovation dynamism becomes global magnet

Many have shown a keen interest in China's homegrown technology and energy innovations during their diplomatic engagements. The prevailing vibe is pivoting away from the angst and decoupling pressures that once dominated Western narratives on China toward a renewed readiness to engage and deepen cooperation.

April 17, 2026

Q1 data shows efficacy of China's economic policies

​The improving economic figures in the first quarter (Q1) despite headwinds at home and abroad have not only signaled a sound start for the Chinese economy this year, but also provided powerful evidence of the efficacy of China's economic policies.

April 17, 2026

China's manufacturing sector remains resilient in volatile world

Hailed by international media as a testament to China's manufacturing strength and comprehensive local supply chain, the victory highlights a larger reality: as global economic turbulence intensifies, China's manufacturing sector is proving its resilience and capacity for high-quality growth.

April 14, 2026

How technology is rewiring China's health system

From AI diagnostics to infectious disease control and smart aging services, technology helps China advance its Healthy China Initiative, which implements a health-first strategy and aims at promoting people's health.

April 14, 2026

Expo offers global companies gateway to China's huge consumer market

As a major event showcasing the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) after it fully launched island-wide special customs operations in December last year, the sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) kicked off on Monday in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province, attracting more than 3,400 brands from over 60 countries and regions.

April 14, 2026

China-Spain ties show value of stability, win-win cooperation

As Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez embarks on his fourth trip to China in four years, the visit is set to further consolidate bilateral ties.

April 13, 2026