Comicomment: Who is fanning disputes in South China Sea?

The United States and the Philippines will conduct joint military drills. It is noticed that the scale will exceed that of previous years, and the U.S. and the Philippines will also conduct exercises for the first time in disputed areas beyond 12 nautical miles from Philippine territorial waters.

(W.E. Talk) Portraying the Beauty of Chinese Culture Through Translation

Though Sinology in Europe started only 200 years ago, European translations of Chinese literature appeared much earlier in the sixteenth century. Karl-Heinz Pohl feels that despite the role played by Sinology and translations in creating exchanges between China and the West, there is still an “asymmetry” due to the “hegemonic discourse” of the West, which has many misunderstandings and prejudices about China. However, translations can convey the “beauty” of Chinese culture to the West, remove misunderstandings and help both to hold exchanges and learn from each other.

Experts gather to discuss regional studies development

Experts and scholars convened at a seminar titled "Profound Changes and International Studies" held by Shandong University in Weihai, Shandong, on Apr. 20, during which they focus on regional country studies and international issues research under the centenary profound changes.

Young Colombian: Chinese characters are unique, intriguing

Born in Columbia, Jorge Andrés Contreras works as an editor in a foreign language press in Beijing. He is proficient in Spanish, French, and English, and has been learning Chinese ardently since he arrived in Beijing for the first time in 2016.

China releases world's first high-definition lunar geologic atlas

It is the first complete high-definition lunar geologic atlas in the world, providing basic map data for future lunar research and exploration.

British businesses urged to seize China opportunity

China represents an opportunity, not a threat, for the United Kingdom, said diplomats, British business leaders, and local officials at a forum in Coventry, England on Thursday.

Overcharged gas fees to be refunded in Chengdu

The market supervision administration of Chengdu, Sichuan province, issued a notice on Saturday about the investigation and verification of citizen-reported gas related problems, revealing that overcharged gas fees will be fully refunded by relevant gas enterprises.

Foreign Minister calls for Palestine's admission as UN member

Admitting Palestine as a full member of the United Nations is a move to rectify long-standing historical injustices, as well as an obligation every UN member should fulfill, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Saturday.

China's 2nd homegrown large cruise ship enters shipyard for final assembly

A keel laying ceremony of China's second domestically-produced large cruise ship was held on Saturday morning in Shanghai, marking the onset of the vessel's hull structure assembly and another achievement of China's shipbuilding prowess, according to official sources.

Deep sea exploration vessel docked in Nansha

China's first multi-functional scientific research and archaeological vessel for deep sea exploration and cultural relics docked in Guangzhou's Nansha district on Saturday.

Chinese, Gabonese leaders exchange congratulations on 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Transitional President of Gabon Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema exchanged congratulations on Saturday on the 50th anniversary of the two countries' diplomatic relations.

China regulator publishes rules on mutual fund trading fees

The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) on Friday published rules to regulate mutual fund trading fees, set to take effect on July 1, 2024.

Shenyang Forest Zoo welcomes newborn animals

Shenyang　Forest　Zoo　in northeast China has welcomed a number of newborn animals recently, including baby　hippos, antelopes, monkeys, and　lions.　

Suzhou a pillar in showcasing China's vibrant traditional culture

In Suzhou, Jiangsu province, history comes alive in every old building and winding alleyway, attracting a media buzz surrounding its success in preserving and utilizing its ancient charm.

Colorful Guizhou wind blows to Paris

The opening ceremony of the Mountain Park Province · Colorful Guizhou Wind – 2024 Colorful Guizhou Culture and Tourism Paris Promotion Week event was held in Paris, France on Friday.

Cradle of civilization: The Cangjie Temple

Cradle of civilization: The Cangjie Temple

In numbers: China-Slovenia relations

In numbers: China-Slovenia relations

Culture Fact: UN Chinese Language Day

Culture Fact: UN Chinese Language Day

'Overcapacity' cry bald protectionism

Beijing rebuffed accusations from some U.S. politicians about China's industrial "overcapacity" on Friday, saying that behind the hyped-up theory was an intent to contain the world's second-largest economy's industrial development.

China stands for 'peaceful utilization of space'

China is committed to the peaceful utilization of space, the Ministry of National Defense said on Friday night, regarding the role that the country's Aerospace Force plays.

Giant pandas may move to San Francisco

China and the United States are working toward transferring a pair of giant pandas to San Francisco in 2025.

China-France cultural exchange festival to celebrate 60 years of diplomatic ties

As part of the 18th edition of Festival Croisements, a series of cultural and artistic exchange events between China and France will be held throughout the year in Southwest China, French officials said.

Report: Manipulation of aid brings profound disasters

Essentially, the report said US aid serves as a tool to maintain US hegemony by greedily exploiting developing countries.　　US aid has served as a fig leaf for its military hegemony.

Action taken over Chongqing Gas Group overcharging

Chongqing Gas Group is to refund all overcharged gas fees from recent months to users, it was announced at a media conference on Friday evening.

Shanghai prepares to open parks, green spaces 24 hours a day

Shanghai's Century Park, the largest urban park in Pudong New Area, is set to open 24 hours a day starting May 1, the park's management confirmed.

Xi: Crucial role for new PLA force

President Xi Jinping on Friday unveiled the newest branch of the Chinese military, the Information Support Force of the People's Liberation Army, calling it a vital power in modern warfare.

U.S. envoy thanks China for rescue of compatriots

United States Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns expressed his "profound gratitude" to Beijing officials and residents on Friday for their efforts to rescue U.S. citizens about two months ago.

Foreign trade set to stay resilient this year

China's foreign trade, buoyed by the steady upturn of the domestic economy and an improved trading structure increasingly driven by high-tech and green products and export market diversification, will continue to exhibit resilience this year

Scholars urge China-U.S. 'recoupling'

Leading scholars from China and the United States have worked extensively over the past two years to revive scholarly exchanges, which were suspended by the pandemic and affected by the "over-securitization" of U.S.-China relations.

Insiders shrug off volatility in stock market

Recent volatility in the A-share market is normal and upward momentum in the market is quite solid amid the regulators' continued efforts to bolster liquidity and improve listed companies' quality, insiders said.

Chinese runner, 3 pacers in marathon disqualified

The organizing committee of the Beijing Half Marathon announced on Friday that it has disqualified the results of Chinese runner He Jie, who won gold, and three African runners who were contracted to run as pacers for him to help him achieve a better result.

U.S. criticized over vetoing Palestine UN membership

History and people around the world will remember a backsliding act taken by the United States to veto Palestine's request for full membership at the United Nations, the Foreign Ministry said on Friday.

Liaoning sees potential in business links with Japan

Participants of the Liaoning-Japan Economic and Trade Cooperation Seminar expressed their hope to leverage the geographical proximity and cultural affinity between China's Liaoning province.

Weixin Pay launches service for visitors to Canton Fair

Mobile payments app Weixin Pay has launched a monthlong inbound payment service targeting overseas visitors to the China Import and Export Fair, also known as Canton Fair, in a bid to provide convenient payment options for global traders.

Xi presents flag to PLA's information support force

The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) has set up an information support force. Chinese President Xi Jinping presented a flag to the force at its establishment ceremony held on Friday in Beijing.

Exploring special bond of UN Chinese Language Day and Grain Rain

The 15th United Nations (UN) Chinese Language Day, coinciding with Grain Rain, symbolizes the intertwined cultural legacy of Chinese characters and solar terms, boosting global appreciation for both Chinese language and culture.

China, U.S. to promote transfer of giant panda pair to San Francisco by 2025

China Wildlife Conservation Association and the San Francisco Zoo signed a cooperation intention agreement on Friday morning in Beijing, aiming to make sure a pair of giant pandas arrive in San Francisco by 2025.

Prizes canceled for He Jie, three African runners suspected of cheating

The Beijing Half Marathon Organizing Committee announced on Friday to cancel the competition results of He Jie, Willy Mnangat, Dejene Bikila, Robert Keter.

Opening of new flight routes benefits both sides of Taiwan Strait

The initiation of the west-to-east operation of the W122 and W123 routes that connect with the M503 route, effective Friday, benefits both sides of the Taiwan Strait, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said on Friday.

Obesity and mental illness on top of health concerns in Chinese youth

Obesity, myopia and mental illnesses have overtaken infectious diseases and injuries as the top health concerns confronting Chinese children and adolescents in the past three decades.

Insights | American scholar: China's Overcapacity Threat is non-existent and lie told by U.S.

"The overcapacity threat described by the US is non-existent," noted Prof. Josef Mahoney from East China Normal University (ECNU).

Insights丨Rupert Hoogewerf: Emerging industries accelerates China’s GDP growth

Rupert Hoogewerf, Hurun Report Chairman and Chief Researcher, commented that emerging industries including new energy, semi-conductor, and artificial intelligence, are in full swing, reshaping the structure of wealth creation and accelerating China’s economic development.

Convicted driver executed for deliberate car rampage, manslaughter

The Intermediate People's Court of Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, applied the death penalty to Wen Qingyun in accordance with the execution order issued by the Supreme People's Court.

China keeps positive relations with soybean exporters

China has maintained good trade relations with major soybean exporting countries, and soybean buyers in China make procurement decisions independently, an official from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said on Friday.

Insights丨Collaboration remains key to bilateral industrial communication: German scholar on bilateral ties

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's recent visit to China has attracted global attention. Commenting bilateral cooperation concerning renewable energy and manufacturing new energy vehicles in a recent interview with China News Network, Hans-Josef Fell, president of think tank Energy Watch Group, suggested German companies continue to invest in the massive, burgeoning Chinese market, while calling on Chinese counterparts to follow suit in Europe.

Activation of M503's connecting routes to benefit passengers across the Taiwan Straits, facilitate personnel exchanges: Taiwan Affairs Office

The M503 flight path's connecting routes of W122 and W123 from west to east has been activated starting Friday, a move that safeguards the rights and interests of passengers and is beneficial for people from both sides of the Taiwan Straits.

'Overcapacity' a new tactic in Western economy war against China: analysts

The U.S. is largely waging an economic war against high-tech sectors in China in an excuse of "overcapacity," said Benjamin Norton, founder and editor-in-chief of Geopolitical Economy Report, in his recent video published on X.

Tunnel boring machine Yongzhou installed in E China

Photo shows the installation site of tunnel boring machine Yongzhou at the construction site of the world's longest undersea high-speed railway tunnel in Ningbo, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 18, 2024.

4th China International Consumer Products Expo concludes

The fourth CICPE concluded in Hainan on Thursday. Over 370,000 visits were made during the six-day expo, which hosted 4,019 brands from 71 countries and regions.

China Post issues commemorative stamps of Chengjiang Fossil Site

The Chengjiang Fossil Site in southwest China's Yunnan was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2012, China's first World Heritage site for paleontological fossils.