Economy July 24, 2024

China spurs recycling sector to spark new economic growth

Nestled in east China's Anhui Province, Jieshou is a small city with a population of only 639,000. However, the city annually recycles over 4 million tonnes of waste batteries, scrap aluminum and plastic, producing 990,000 tonnes of recycled lead. Over 100 million power batteries are manufactured here every year, accounting for one fifth of the national total.

Around China July 24, 2024

China's AG600 amphibious aircraft begins certification flight tests

China's AG600 large amphibious aircraft has entered the phase of certification flight tests, the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) announced on Tuesday.

Economy July 24, 2024

China-South Asia Expo boosts regional cooperation

Economy July 22, 2024

China cuts benchmark lending rate to buoy economic recovery

China on Monday cut the market-based benchmark lending rate, in line with market expectations, as authorities stepped up monetary support to shore up the economy.

Environment July 22, 2024

Northwest China's wetland becomes migratory bird heaven

With the implementation of enhanced ecological conservation measures, the Heihe Wetland National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Gansu Province, is experiencing a remarkable boom in migratory bird populations, particularly the endangered black stork.

Economy July 22, 2024

Policy support fuels recovery of China's cruise economy

Around China July 22, 2024

Air routes boost foreign trade of China's mountainous province

With the launch of a new cargo route linking Guiyang and Moscow earlier this month, the number of international cargo routes connected to southwest China's Guizhou Province has reached four. This expansion is creating a more efficient and convenient air passage for trade.

Environment July 22, 2024

China launches scientific expedition to river headwaters

Chinese scientists embarked on an expedition on Saturday to investigate the water resources and ecological environment in the headwater regions of the Yangtze and Lancang rivers.

Sci-Tech July 19, 2024

China launches new Earth observation satellite

​China on Friday sent a new Earth observation satellite into space from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi Province.

Around China July 19, 2024

Tourism revitalizes ancient village near Great Wall

Dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Shixia was once hindered by its remote location and poor transportation. However, thanks to the popularity of the nearby Great Wall, the village has seen a cultural tourism boom in recent years.

Environment July 19, 2024

China advances carbon-sink trading to accelerate green transition

​Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, renowned for its rich forest resources, has launched a forestry carbon-sink trading system, as part of the country's broader efforts to achieve its dual carbon goals.

Economy July 19, 2024

China's inflation may see mild recovery in H2 as demand improves

Sci-Tech July 19, 2024

Drones soar into wider application in China

In recent years, drones have become increasingly common in video clip productions, express and meal deliveries and fleet shows as China strives to expand its low-altitude economy, which was included in the country's government work report for the first time in March this year.

Around China July 18, 2024

China's tourist hotspots lift reservation requirements amid surge in visitors

As China's tourist destinations experience a surge in both domestic and international visitors this summer, many popular spots have eliminated reservation requirements to reduce hassle and offer a seamless travel experience for tourists.

Sci-Tech July 18, 2024

China's AG600 amphibious aircraft completes high temperature, high humidity flight test

China's independently-developed AG600 large amphibious aircraft has successfully completed the high temperature and high humidity flight test, according to the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) on Thursday.

Environment July 18, 2024

Green mountains a moneymaker

From that time, towns and villages in China, including Jing'an, began to practice a sustainable development concept: protecting the environment is to develop the economy well, not to sacrifice long-term interests for short-term gains.

Sci-Tech July 18, 2024

China's Xudapu nuclear power plant starts construction of new power unit

Construction of the No. 2 power unit at the Xudapu Nuclear Power Plant in northeast China's Liaoning Province commenced on Wednesday.

Around China July 18, 2024

China launches summer tourism campaign to stimulate consumption

A promotional campaign focusing on culture and tourism consumption during the summer holiday kicked off on Wednesday in Erdos, a popular tourist destination in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.

Around China July 17, 2024

NW China's resource-depleted city revitalized by green power

Once hailed as the "cradle of China's oil industry," it later made headlines as a "ghost town." Today, Yumen is reinventing itself as a green energy powerhouse, with arrays of glistening solar panels and towering wind turbines dominating its vast desert landscape.

Sci-Tech July 17, 2024

China's first commercial space launch site gears up

China's first launch complex dedicated to servicing commercial space operations is scheduled to carry out its debut mission in the coming autumn, according to its top manager.

Sci-Tech July 17, 2024

Index released to advance institutional innovation in China's pilot FTZs

Pilot free trade zones (FTZs) in Shanghai and south China's Guangdong Province were recognized for their efforts to advance institutional innovation in an index published on Tuesday.

Agriculture July 17, 2024

Xinjiang sets wheat yield records in China

​Amid the summer grain harvest progressing in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, one of the country's major grain barns, the region has set yield records for wheat in the country.

Around China July 17, 2024

China sees over 200 million railway passenger trips so far in summer rush

Economy July 16, 2024

Humanoid robot industry gains momentum, boosting China's economy

As competition intensifies among manufacturers, humanoid robots are increasingly being integrated into various sectors, with industrial applications leading the charge.

Sci-Tech July 16, 2024

China's first all-electric propulsion telecommunication satellite begins operational services

Around China July 15, 2024

China's first e-visa issued in Shanghai

Shanghai Municipality has issued China's first e-visa, a significant move for the country in promoting the use of electronic visas.

Environment July 15, 2024

China forges ahead at forefront of global battle against desertification

Education July 15, 2024

China's diversified educational system empowering dreams of millions

Over the past decade, education has been prioritized in the country's strategic planning, financial investment and allocation of public resources.

Around China July 15, 2024

Hong Kong's business community bullish on Greater Bay Area, Hainan FTP synergy

A delegation of consular corps and business communities in Hong Kong has just concluded a five-day Hainan visit, eyeing further collaboration between the two dynamic export hubs of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP).

Around China July 15, 2024

China's rail freight volume, turnover hit record highs in June

The volume and turnover of China's rail freight reached historic highs in June, maintaining top global rankings, data showed on Sunday.