China honors female role models ahead of International Women's Day

Female role models, who were granted the title of national "pacemakers," pose for photos after a meeting marking International Women's Day, which is observed on March 8, and honoring outstanding female role models across the country in Beijing, capital of China, March 2, 2026. The meeting was held here by the All-China Women's Federation (ACWF) on Monday. (Xinhua/Zhang Yuwei)