Chinese FM Wang Yi meets Japanese FM Takeshi Iwaya in Kuala Lumpur, saying significance of ties beyond bilateral scope

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, met with Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday. Noting that China and Japan are important neighbors, Wang said the relationship between the two countries is of far-reaching significance beyond the […]

China, ASEAN vow co-op amid global challenges

China and ASEAN foreign ministers reaffirmed their wish for further cooperation and joint efforts to maintain regional peace and stability on Thursday during the China-ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Analysts believe that China-ASEAN cooperation has now become a crucial pillar for regional as well as global development and stability, especially amid […]

Chinese national rescued after being trafficked to Myanmar: Embassy in Thailand

A Chinese national surnamed Zhong has been rescued after being lured to Myanmar and illegally detained, according to a statement released by the Chinese Embassy in Thailand on Friday.  The embassy said Zhong had been rescued following joint efforts by multiple parties, adding that Chinese nationals should be vigilant about overseas "high-paying job" scams. The […]

Chinese directors and foreign actors flock overseas to produce short dramas

In the first quarter of 2025, global in-app purchase revenue for short drama platforms surged to nearly $700 million - a staggering fourfold increase compared to Q1 2024, according to data from Sensor Tower, a San Francisco-based analytics and market intelligence platform. Short drama app downloads have also skyrocketed, with global figures exceeding 370 million […]

High-level reception to Chinese FM underscores importance Europe attaches to bilateral ties: expert

Chinese experts said the high-level reception of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi from European countries' leaders highlighted Europe's emphasis on China ties amid complicated international relations. Moreover, Wang's visit to Europe comes at a crucial time that will help to transform Europe's perception of China's development. Trade frictions between the two sides have underscored the […]

Beijing launches exhibition marking 80th anniversary of victory in Chinese War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression

A themed exhibition kicked off in Beijing on Monday to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War. July 7 of 2025 marks the 88th anniversary of the beginning of China's whole-nation resistance war against Japanese aggression. At the Museum […]

China's Tianwen-3 Mars sample-return mission targeted for 2031; drone to be deployed for remote sampling: chief scientist

China aims to launch the Tianwen-3 Mars mission by 2028, with sample return targeted for 2031, according to chief scientist Hou Zengqian. Unlike Tianwen-1, which used a rover, this mission will deploy a drone for collecting samples remotely, minimizing contamination risks from the probe's landing. Hou, who is also an academician from the Chinese Academy […]

Celebrations held nationwide to mark CPC's 104th birthday

Tuesday, July 1, 2025, marks the 104th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC), as various activities including reviewing the oath of joining the CPC, education and cultural activities were being held across the country to inspire the Party members and the Chinese people of various ethnic groups to stay true […]

China briefs media on cultural events marking 80th anniversary of victory against Japanese aggression, fascism

China on Thursday held a press conference to introduce an array of cultural events to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The cultural activities include a themed exhibition, the release of outstanding literary and artistic works, and other related […]

China issues multiple weather warnings as heatwave grips over 10 regions

China's National Meteorological Center (NMC) on Thursday morning renewed a yellow alert for high temperatures, forecasting scorching weather above 37C in over 10 provinces and regions. Some areas, including northwestern Zhejiang and Turpan in Xinjiang, could see temperatures soar past 40C. According to the forecast, regions including the southern part of North China, the Huanghuai […]