40 years on: Shenzhen Special Economic Zone

Shenzhen, the trailblazer in reform and opening-up, marks the 40th anniversary of the establishment of China's first special economic zone. Let's take a look at this video and experience the charm, impetus, energy and innovation of Shenzhen after 40 years of development.

August 26, 2020

China's Xinjiang poised for bumper summer harvest

Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region can expect this year's summer wheat harvest to increase by 336,000 tonnes over the previous year, according to the regional agriculture and rural affairs department.

August 25, 2020

China's 1st hybrid twin-hull luxury cruise ship delivered in Jiangsu

China's first homemade hybrid twin-hull luxury cruise ship was delivered in eastern Jiangsu Province. The ship was built by China Merchants Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. The company adopted the new generation of direct current (DC) electrical propulsion system to save energy and reduce emissions. The cruiser will serve tourists in the Greater Bay Area in south China.

August 17, 2020

Key components for China's deepwater gas field ready for shipment in Tianjin

A total of 105 key components for China's first deepwater self-operated gas field, the Lingshui 17-2 gas field in the South China Sea, have been loaded on board in north China's Tianjin recently.

August 13, 2020

China strives for Yangtze River protection

The Chinese government is pushing for a 10-year fishing ban on key areas of the Yangtze River to protect biodiversity in the country's longest river. Find out what changes have taken place in aquatic food markets and restaurants in Nanjing, a city in the lower reaches of the Yangtze.

August 11, 2020

Path to riches in 'granary of east Tibet' in SW China

A crucial staple turning into a plant of fortune in Tibet, China. With modern technology, highland barley has been turned into a profitable business that helped locals rise above poverty in Lhorong, a county known as "the granary of east Tibet."

August 11, 2020

5G empowers aquaculture in E China

Aquafarming is common in coastal areas. But, in Yantai, east China, 5G technology is being used to improve the aquaculture.

August 10, 2020

Greenhouse planting helps villagers shake off poverty in China's Tibet

Years ago, severe geographical conditions and inconvenient transport made vegetables expensive in Banbar County, SW China's Tibet. However, greenhouse planting has benefitted locals by supplying fruits and vegetables and bringing better-off life.

August 7, 2020

Small tea leaves' big role in poverty alleviation

White tea industry has helped lift villagers out of poverty in Anji, east China. Through pairing-up assistance between east and west regions, the small tea leaves are playing a big role in cutting poverty in other parts of the country.

August 5, 2020

Founding of people's army

China's People's Liberation Army was founded in the Nanchang Uprising on Aug. 1, 1927. More than 90 years have passed, the historical event is still marked by many, including Chinese President Xi Jinping. Here's why it is important.

August 4, 2020

Chinese university builds world's longest 3D-printed bridge

A Chinese university has built the world's longest 3D-printed bridge. With a length of 28.1 meters, it is modeled on Zhaozhou Bridge, a 1,400-year-old stone arch structure in Hebei Province.

August 3, 2020

Satellite view on Beijing 2022 preparations

Five years have passed since Beijing's successful bid to host the 2022 Winter Olympiad. How are the preparations going? Check out the video for a satellite-view of the progress over the past five years.

July 31, 2020

Cinemas reopen across China after unprecedented closure

Since last week, cinemas in low-risk regions of China have reopened for business. This means that after six months in the dark, the country's movie theaters can finally accept customers again, and China's film market can begin where it left off.

July 30, 2020

Tianwen-1: China's exploration of Mars

On July 23, China's first Mars probe, Tianwen-1, was successfully launched from Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site. "Tianwen-1" Mars exploration mission is another major space exploration project of China after the "Chang'e series" lunar exploration mission.

July 30, 2020

Vineyards change lives of villagers in SW China's Tibet

Grape plantation and wine-making have changed the lives of villagers in Mangkam county of Chamdo prefecture in southwest China's Tibet autonomous region. Since 2010, the local government has encouraged villagers to plant grapes. After years of mechanized operation and standardized production management, now Mangkam has cultivated 780 hectares of grape farms with an annual production reaches 7,200 tonnes. So far, 9,210 villagers have been living on grape plantation.

July 30, 2020

Three Gorges Dam reduces flow of water from the Yangtze by up to 37%

The Yangtze River's third flood peak of the year has passed through the southwestern mega-city of Chongqing. Many residents along the river were evacuated ahead of its arrival. Officials say the Three Gorges Dam effectively retained more than a third of the peak flood water.

July 29, 2020

China Int'l Import Expo set to inject impetus into global economy

Preparations for the third China International Import Expo (CIIE) are in full swing. The expo will take place in Shanghai from Nov. 5 to 10. So far, more than 90 percent of the 360,000-square-meter exhibition space has been booked. The expo is a great platform for the world's businesses to tap into the Chinese market as the country commits to further opening-up.​

July 27, 2020

China successfully launches first Mars mission

China launched a Mars probe on Thursday, aiming to complete orbiting, landing and roving in one mission, and taking the first step in its planetary exploration of the solar system.

July 23, 2020

China invests 1.05 bln yuan into construction of Xiongan New Area

China's top economic planner has allocated 1.05 billion yuan (about 148.6 million U.S. dollars) for the development of the Xiongan New Area, which is located about 100 km southwest of Beijing.

July 23, 2020

China's ARJ21 regional aircraft serves 1M passengers

China's independently developed ARJ21 regional aircraft has served 1 million passengers as of July 20, said its developer the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) Tuesday.

July 23, 2020

New railway laid to quicken Xinjiang's exchanges with Qinghai and beyond

The laying of railway tracks for a new line linking northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region with Qinghai Province and beyond was completed Tuesday, paving the way for accelerating development in the country's western region.

July 22, 2020

Fighting poverty through e-commerce

Filming videos, livestreaming, mobile payment... E-commerce has become an emerging business in rural China. Chinese President Xi Jinping has also hailed the role of e-commerce in poverty alleviation.

July 22, 2020

China prepares to launch Long March-5 rocket for Mars mission

The fourth Long March-5 rocket, to be used to launch China's first Mars exploration mission, was vertically transported to the launching area at the Wenchang Space Launch Center in south China's Hainan Province on Friday.

July 20, 2020

Tourism brings fortune to internet-famous town in Tibet, China

Zhaxigang village in Nyingchi city, southwest China's Tibet autonomous region is located along National Highway 318. It has become a must-see tourist attraction in recent years.

July 15, 2020

Xiongan high-speed railway station being constructed in Hebei, China

The architectural concrete surface of Xiongan high-speed railway station was completed recently in Xiongan New Area, north China's Hebei province.

July 15, 2020

An emissary on ancient Maritime Silk Road

In early 15th century, Zheng He, a famous Chinese navigator, made seven voyages to the Western Seas, reaching Southeast Asia and Africa. Chinese President Xi Jinping commends the epic journey, which has promoted peace and friendly exchanges between China and countries along the ancient Maritime Silk Road.

July 13, 2020

Nature at its finest: Gorgeous grasslands in N China

Some of the most beautiful grasslands in China are found in Inner Mongolia autonomous region! There you will find dream landscapes featuring pale blue skies above the endless sea of green.

July 13, 2020

Safeguarding national security, restoring prosperity and stability in Hong Kong

On June 30, 2020, the Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region was adopted.

July 10, 2020

Beating poverty in Tibet, China: Pu Tsering's New Ranch

Yaks and pasture offer a lifeline to herdsmen living above an altitude of 4,700 meters in Naqu City, in China's Tibet. Watch how a poverty-alleviation program has changed the lives of local herdsmen

July 7, 2020

The Central Axis of Beijing: The cultural charm of balance and harmony

The Central Axis is a north-south line that runs through the center of Beijing. This 7.8-kilometer axis was formed 800 years ago during the Yuan Dynasty.

July 3, 2020