
How Chinese hybrid grass technology is changing the world for the better
For centuries, the Nujiang River's 2,000-km rush through China, from the vast Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, carved not only deep, rugged canyons into the land, but also entrenched destitution.
In a world haunted by growing protectionism, China has continuously expanded opening up, injecting stability into the global economy, and has become an oasis of certainty and a hot spot for investment and entrepreneurship.
March 28, 2025 marks the 66th anniversary of the democratic reform that ended feudal serfdom in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region.
Amid the tranquility of the small town, the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) annual conference opened with a timely theme: "Asia in the Changing World: Towards a Shared Future," offering a rare space for cooperation and dialogue in an increasingly fractured world.
As the world economy faces mounting uncertainty and rising protectionism, China is reaffirming its commitment to openness, with the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) emerging as an important gateway driving the country's opening up in the new era.
Against the backdrop of global economic fragmentation and rising uncertainties, China reaffirmed its commitment to innovation-driven high-quality development and global cooperation at the just-concluded China Development Forum (CDF) 2025.
Heads of some 80 multinationals including Siemens, Apple, Samsung and Pfizer have flocked to China to seek new cooperation opportunities with the world's second-largest economy.
On Dongyu Island in south China's Hainan Province, the near-zero carbon demonstration zone is redefining harmony between humanity and nature-reshaping modern living by integrating cutting-edge technology with sustainable development.
As the coordinated development of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region enters its second decade in 2025, it has witnessed a significant milestone.
In a firm rebuttal to skeptics, China kicked off 2025 with a solid economic trajectory, offering compelling evidence of the efficacy of its well-calibrated stimulus measures and the enduring strength of the world's second-largest economy.
If you ask Chinese parents with young children what news concerns them most lately, the answer would likely be: the rollout of the free preschool education policy.
From neck-worn electric breast pumps to camellia oil-infused diapers, Chinese small-scale manufacturers have reinvented themselves as pioneering brands, driving innovation to fuel new momentum for high-quality growth.
For a long period of time, owning a home has been a common aspiration among Chinese citizens who rushed to towns and cities during the country's urbanization drive. However, this aspiration is increasingly evolving as people are now placing more focus on the quality of their living conditions.
Pangdonglai founder Yu Donglai recognized that China's consumer scene is undergoing a seismic shift, and the key to boosting consumption is in mastering emotional alchemy, and tapping into feel-good spending.
China's commitment to pursuing integrated advancements in technological and industrial innovation will help the country gain a competitive advantage in strategic emerging sectors and industries of the future, and lay a solid foundation for the long-term growth of its economy amid external uncertainties, said national lawmakers and political advisers.
China's recently announced policies and development direction, including those from the two sessions, signal a new phase of high-standard opening-up marked by "mutual empowerment", according to both domestic and multinational companies.
China's top 10 provincial economic heavyweights, including Guangdong, Jiangsu, Shandong, Zhejiang and Sichuan, accounted for over 60 percent of the country's GDP, despite covering less than 20 percent of its land area.
The topic of artificial intelligence (AI) has stood out at meetings and press conferences during China's annual "two sessions," painting a broader picture: China is rapidly evolving into an AI "super market," with the application of frontier technology woven into the fabric of a wide range of sectors in its economy.
China's government work report this year features new entries like "embodied AI" and "6G," as well as recent buzzwords such as "AI Plus," sparking discussions on how these cutting-edge technologies will shape the country's future development.
Those keen to understand the trajectory and focus of the world's second-largest economy will find a recurring theme at China's "two sessions" this year -- reform and opening up.
Last year, the number of newly established business entities in China exceeded 20 million.
China's development agenda for 2025 unveiled Wednesday at the annual national legislature session fans optimism for all -- it's expected to not only consolidate the recovery of the world's second-largest economy, but also provide a much-needed boost to a global economy grappling with persistent challenges.
Recent years have witnessed record-breaking heatwaves worldwide, making it clear that global warming is not merely a distant warning but a harsh reality.
Fueled by the upgraded visa-free policy, "China Travel" went viral online, a trending social media hashtag with over 1 billion views as travelers shared their experiences in China.
The emergence of "internet celebrity" cities reflects deeper shifts in the country's cultural and tourism consumption patterns, highlighting a growing demand for immersive, experiential and interactive tourism, experts said.
From drones monitoring crop growth to automated irrigation systems, China is reshaping its agriculture with technological innovations that help ensure the country's food security and lay the groundwork for rural revitalization.
Chinese lawmakers advanced the draft private economy promotion law during a recent National People's Congress Standing Committee session, in a move aimed at dismantling barriers, unlocking the sector's full potential and creating a fairer and more dynamic business environment.
Foreign equity investment in China may recover this year, as Chinese assets attract growing global interest and the country further opens up to foreign investors, experts and industry observers said.
Whether it's purchasing premium goods at large supermarkets, selecting the latest smart home appliances at electronics stores, or indulging in cross-border travel, China's consumer market is demonstrating recovery and ongoing upgrades.
At an incineration power plant in north China's Tianjin Municipality, garbage trucks unload waste that is left to ferment for five to seven days before being incinerated to generate electricity, efficiently contributing to sustainable energy production.