China Focus: China's lunar exploration program advances via successful tests of new rocket, spaceship

China on Wednesday successfully conducted a low-altitude demonstration and verification flight test of its Long March-10 carrier rocket and a maximum dynamic pressure abort flight test of its new-generation crewed spacecraft Mengzhou....

China's central SOEs launch embodied intelligence consortium

State-owned enterprises (SOEs) directly administered by the Chinese central government have formed an embodied intelligence industry consortium in an effort to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence (AI)....

Australian guests highlight Australia-China ties at Spring Festival reception

Australian guests extended wishes for the upcoming Chinese New Year and highlighted the growing ties between Australia and China at a Spring Festival reception in Melbourne....

European tourists explore China's cliffside town

Nestled in a river valley, the county seat of Yanjin in southwest China is famous for its strikingly narrow landscape. Captivated by a single photograph, two tourists from Europe traveled halfway across the globe to explore it....

China's major economic powerhouses contributed 62.2 pct to national growth in 2025

China's 10 top provincial regions by gross domestic product (GDP) accounted for 62.2 percent of the country's overall economic growth in 2025, according to recent data released by all such regions....

China issues guidelines to boost low-altitude information and communication capacity

Multiple Chinese authorities have jointly issued guidelines to bolster the information and communication sector, aiming to support the development of low-altitude infrastructure....

GLOBALink | Foreign tourist numbers rise on China-Laos Railway as Spring Festival nears

​As Spring Festival approaches, the China-Laos Railway is becoming an increasingly popular route for international travelers arriving in China to experience an authentic Chinese New Year....

GLOBALink | Global flavors meet Chinese New Year in Chongqing

As the Chinese New Year approaches, an international fair celebrating global flavors and local traditions made its debut in Chongqing. Locals welcomed the New Year with authentic tastes from around the globe....

Economic Watch: AI unlocks new vitality for 2026 Chinese Spring Festival consumption

As the 2026 Chinese Spring Festival approaches, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping holiday consumption through predictive services, seamless transactions and personalized experiences, fueling a fresh wave of economic vigor....

Young travelers chase authentic Spring Festival vibes in smaller cities for upcoming holiday

China's upcoming nine-day Spring Festival holiday, the longest on record, is doing more than unleashing pent-up travel demand. It is revealing a clear shift among young travelers: increasingly, they are bypassing traditional hometown reunions and crowded attractions in favor of smaller cities and towns, where festive traditions feel more vivid and local life more tangible....

Cultural market fuels vibe for Chinese New Year celebration in Amman

Jordan's 'Happy Chinese New Year' celebrations concluded last weekend with a Chinese cultural and tourism market held at the Jordan National Center for Culture and Arts in Amman....

Saving paradise for migratory birds in east China

From chasing migratory birds away to becoming their protectors, farmersin the Poyang Lake area of east China have come a long way. Now, AI and radar technology are taking this protection to the next level, ensuring a safe haven for these seasonal visitors....

Robust traffic on China-Laos Railway strengthens connectivity, fuels development

The China-Laos Railway has seen robust growth in both passenger and freight transport since its launch, providing strong support for regional connectivity and economic and social development along its route, according to China Railway Kunming Group Co., Ltd....

GLOBALink | Coe expects high for Beijing 2027 Athletics Worlds

With Beijing set to host the World Athletics Championships for a second time in 2027, World Athletics president Sebastian Coe expressed his highexpectationfor the city to deliver a world-class event....