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Quick start for Spring Festival: 'Becoming Chinese' in the Year of the Horse

Lately, "Becoming Chinese" is trending overseas, with a wave of overseas netizens joking that they're living through a "very Chinese time". As the Year of the Horse Spring Festival arrives, Draco Malfoy has unexpectedly gone viral, turning into a festive icon. Countries like France, Malta, and Belarus have released their Year of the Horse commemorative postage stamps, showing how the Spring Festival is going global. Hit play and follow our quick guide to experience a fun, authentic Chinese New Year!

国务院安委办挂牌督办江苏连云港烟花爆竹爆炸事故

　　中新社北京2月16日电 (记者陈溯郭超凯)记者16日从中国应急管理部获悉，国务院安全生产委员会办公室(简称“国务院安委办”)对江苏连云港烟花爆竹爆炸事故挂牌督办。

热气腾腾的中国年丨一见·“一切工作都是为了人民的幸福”

　　又逢新春，幸福的守候如约而至。

东西问·马年说马丨武琼芳：敦煌壁画中的马，藏着怎样的文明密码？

　　中新社兰州2月16日电题：敦煌壁画中的马，藏着怎样的文明密码？

东西问丨多国汉学家“话马”送新春祝福

　　中新社北京2月16日电题：多国汉学家“话马”送新春祝福

时政微视频丨深情关怀暖神州

　　“看到这里熙熙攘攘、喜气洋洋，年味很浓、年货充足，感到很高兴。”春节前夕，习近平总书记在北京考察，深入科创园区、养老服务街区、新春市集，给基层干部群众送上党中央的关怀和祝福。

东西问·马年说马丨北京俄罗斯文化中心主任吴丹娜：我属马，你呢？

　　中新社北京2月16日电题：我属马，你呢？

ByteDance to curb AI video app after Disney legal threat

Videos featuring Spider-Man and other characters which are Disney's intellectual property have gone viral since Seedance's update.

国务院安委办对江苏连云港烟花爆竹爆炸事故挂牌督办

　　2月16日上午，应急管理部召开除夕视频调度会，对切实做好烟花爆竹等领域安全防范工作进行再动员再部署。

拾光纪·情暖万家！在隆福寺，习近平和我们一起置办年货

　　“小年货”里有着“大民生”。春节前夕，习近平总书记到北京隆福寺与人民群众一起置办年货。赶年集、话家常，总书记关心节日市场供应。让“大家都能欢欢喜喜过好年”是总书记最大的心愿。

勇往直前共创未来——习近平总书记在二〇二六年春节团拜会上的讲话激励海外中华儿女奋进新征程

　　新华社北京2月15日电题：勇往直前共创未来——习近平总书记在二〇二六年春节团拜会上的讲话激励海外中华儿女奋进新征程

第一观察｜总书记新春寄语激励开局之年跃马扬鞭

　　中共中央、国务院14日上午在人民大会堂举行2026年春节团拜会。习近平总书记发表讲话，指出：“在中华文化里，马是刚健雄壮、自强不息的象征，昭示着行稳致远、兴旺发达的前景。丙午马年，希望全国各族人民更加紧密地团结在党中央周围，坚定必胜信心，保持昂扬斗志，在中国式现代化新征程上策马扬鞭、勇往直前，共同开创更加美好的未来。”

东西问丨从春联看美韵

　　中新网北京2月16日电题：从春联看美韵

东西问丨中外“反向过年”，好一个“双向奔赴”！

　　中新社北京2月16日电题：中外“反向过年”，好一个“双向奔赴”！

东西问丨马，何以成为东西共认的“英雄标配”？

　　中新社北京2月16日电题：马，何以成为东西共认的“英雄标配”？

广东高科技产业商会会长：设立粤港澳大湾区算法创新共同体

　　中新社深圳2月16日电题：广东高科技产业商会会长：设立粤港澳大湾区算法创新共同体

【热气腾腾中国年】习言道｜“过年对老百姓来说是大事”

外国领导人和国际组织负责人祝贺马年新春

　　新华社北京2月16日电#8195;近日，许多国家领导人和国际组织负责人致电或致函中共中央总书记、国家主席习近平，祝贺中国人民喜迎马年新春。

直播海报：守护万家团圆北部联勤兵战位迎新春

全国铁路今天预计发送旅客710万人次

　　今天是农历除夕，全国铁路运行平稳有序，全国铁路预计发送旅客710万人次，计划加开旅客列车301列。

“让巴中关系继续成为国与国携手共进的典范”

　　“让巴中关系继续成为国与国携手共进的典范”(高端访谈)

时政微周刊丨总书记的一周（2月9日—2月15日）

情满中国年丨让人民过上幸福生活是头等大事

　　春节是中华民族的重要传统节日，承载着中华儿女对家庭团圆、生活幸福的美好期盼。每逢春节前夕，总书记都会来到群众身边，和大家话家常、问冷暖、谋发展，送去党中央的关怀。行之所至、深情嘱托，传递着直抵人心的温暖和力量，激励大家满怀希望迈上新的征程。

新春走军营 | 头顶边关冷月守护万家灯火

　　春节前夕，记者走访多支部队，感受戍边官兵的忠诚与担当——

新春走基层丨离登月又近了一步！他们是梦舟飞船试验成功背后的逐梦人

　　2月11日，搭载梦舟飞船的长征十号火箭芯一级成功实施首次低空飞行、最大动压逃逸、海上打捞回收等任务，并验证了火箭可重复使用关键技术，这次试验成功是我国载人月球探测工程又一个里程碑式的重大突破。总台记者兵分多路，记录下这场奔赴星辰大海的航天壮举。

节前出征他们在深蓝海域守护万家团圆

　　当千家万户围坐桌前，共赴团圆之约，在碧波万顷的深蓝海域，依然有人坚守岗位，守护祖国的万里海疆。今年春节期间，全国海警将有超过300艘执法舰艇，值守在从北到南的广袤海域。春节前夕，记者登上中国海警永暑舰，奔赴南海一线，记录下这群海上守护者，在远离陆地的深蓝海域，守护团圆的故事。

【热气腾腾中国年】习言道｜接收总书记的新春祝福，马年吉祥，马到成功

　　除夕和春节，是中华民族传统节日，是万家团圆、辞旧迎新的喜庆日子。接收总书记的马年祝福，祝大家身体健康、工作顺利、阖家幸福、马年吉祥！

习言道｜同党外人士共迎新春，习近平念过两副春联

　　中新网2月16日电题：同党外人士共迎新春，习近平念过两副春联

习言道｜制定实施城乡居民增收计划

　　2月16日出版的第4期《求是》杂志发表中共中央总书记、国家主席、中央军委主席习近平的重要文章《当前经济工作的重点任务》。这是习近平总书记2025年12月10日在中央经济工作会议上讲话的一部分。

近闻·新春开新局，总书记这些话饱含深意

　　春暖情长，新春又至。2月14日，腊月廿七，习近平总书记在二〇二六年春节团拜会上发表重要讲话。“一步一个脚印坚定朝前走”“一切工作都是为了人民的幸福”“在中国式现代化新征程上策马扬鞭、勇往直前”……送祝福、话成就、谈未来，“十五五”开局起步之际，总书记这些暖心话饱含深意。

学习手记｜从总书记引用的俗语看协同发展之道

　　“要看到其中这个关系啊，红花还需绿叶扶，一个篱笆三个桩，一个好汉三个帮，帮人家实际上也是帮自己，相得益彰。”

为中非共逐现代化之梦提供新机遇——习近平主席向第39届非洲联盟峰会致贺电引发热烈反响

　　新华社亚的斯亚贝巴2月15日电#8195;题：为中非共逐现代化之梦提供新机遇——习近平主席向第39届非洲联盟峰会致贺电引发热烈反响

China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals

Relaxed visa rules for British and Canadian passport holders will come into force on 17 February.

Unlocking Chinese Cities | Kiln fires of 'Capital of Porcelain' ignite the dreams of ceramic artists worldwide

The kiln fires of Jingdezhen, known as the “Capital of Porcelain,” produce delicate china cups, plates and bowls for everyday use, as well as exquisite artistic ceramics. Since the Song Dynasty, Jingdezhen porcelain has crossed oceans to reach more than 120 countries, serving as a messenger of cultural exchange.

Comicomment: One step from the fall

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi recently stated on a television program that she is "trying to create an environment" to visit the notorious Yasukuni Shrine, a site that commemorates 14 convicted Class-A war criminals from WWII. This alarming rhetoric reveals not only a disregard for historical justice but also the intentions of Japan's right wing to revive a militarist past.

Team China stays resilient after a disappointing night

Chinese short-track speed skater Liu Shaoang competes in the men's 1,500m Final A at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics on Saturday."It was a regret tonight that we got blocked and then taken down when we were gaining on fast," a calm Liu said of the crash after the 1,500m Final A.

China upgrades Xiong'an high-tech zone to national level

China's State Council has approved the upgrade of the Hebei Xiong'an high-tech industrial development zone to a national-level high-tech industrial development zone, according to an official statement released on Friday.

Xi sends congratulatory message to 39th African Union Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a congratulatory message to Joao Lourenco, rotating African Union (AU) chairperson and Angolan president, and Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, chairperson of the AU Commission, extending warm congratulations to African countries and people over the 39th AU Summit.

Xi extends Chinese New Year greetings to ring in Year of Horse

Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivers a speech at a reception to usher in the Chinese New Year at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, Feb. 14, 2026.

(W.E. Talk) Chinese, Japanese experts warn Japan's military buildup could push the country to the brink of danger

Japanese politics continues to show a right-leaning trend, with the government taking frequent actions in the realm of security policy. Speaking on China News Network’s “W.E. Talk” program, Chen Yang, a young scholar specializing in Japanese affairs and a visiting research fellow at Liaoning University's Institute of Japan Studies, warned that Japan's recent military buildup has steadily eroded its long-standing "exclusively defense-oriented posture," posing a growing threat to regional security.

(W.E. Talk) Japan should reflect on history and repair relations with China: experts

Japan's House of Representatives election results announced on Feb. 9 delivered victory for the ruling bloc. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) secured 316 seats, surpassing the two-thirds threshold on its own, while the ruling coalition with Nippon Ishin no Kai expanded the ruling majority to 352 seats. Incumbent Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is widely expected to secure re-election as prime minister when the parliament convenes on Feb. 18.

(W.E. Talk) Japanese lawmaker says deeply uneasy about Takaichi staying in power, urges Japan to reaffirm ’no more war’ pledge

Shiro Hanatani, a local city councilor from Japan, stated on the " W.E. Talk" program of China News Network that he is concerned that if Sanae Takaichi continues in power, her policies will become increasingly hawkish, and that the Takaichi administration's continued push for military buildup and expansion will further heighten tensions in Asia.

Is this a 'very Chinese time in your life'? The trend boosting China's soft power

Chinamaxxing is adding more gloss to the recent flourish of Chinese soft power.

Comicomment: Backward road, dead end

Following the recent election, Japanese Prime Minister and Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) President Sanae Takaichi swiftly signaled her intention to accelerate constitutional revision, stating that she would "create an environment in which a national referendum on revising the constitution can be held as soon as possible."

(W.E. Talk) Expert: Repairing China-Japan ties after election a test for Tokyo's diplomacy

Domestically, the long-term economic stagnation, rising prices, and depreciation of the yen have created a compounded negative effect. On the international front, issues such as how to repair China-Japan relations and maintain the stability in the Japan-U.S. alliance have become unavoidable challenges for the Japanese government.

Xi extends Chinese New Year greetings to ring in Year of Horse

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday extended Spring Festival greetings at a reception in Beijing to usher in the Chinese New Year -- the Year of the Horse.

New Zealand parliament members wish Chinese People a happy Year of the Horse

As the Chinese New Year approaches, New Zealand members of Parliament, led by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, delivered their New Year greetings in Chinese, wishing the Chinese people a happy New Year, smooth progress, and the strength to gallop ahead in the Year of the Horse.

China to grant zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries

China will grant zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with China starting from May 1, 2026, CCTV reported on Saturday.

Macao embraces Year of the Horse with festive decorations

JD.com recovers most goods stolen from Paris warehouse

JD.com said that the majority of goods stolen from one of its warehouses in France late last year have been recovered, The Paper reported Saturday.

Why millions of working Americans are hanging on the ‘kill line’

The term “kill line” captures the financial fragility facing many American households. Data shows that around 40% of families are unable to cover an unexpected expense.

From Yiwu to Global: How creative pet products win over global merchants

A woman entrepreneur in Yiwu strives to innovate, bringing creative pet products to the rest of the world. Click the video to discover what makes Yiwu's pet creations so impressive!

Ambassador of Pakistan to China wishes Chinese people 'an auspicious Year of the Horse'

Cambodia intensifies nationwide crackdown on telecom fraud, advances new legislation

Cambodia has intensified a nationwide crackdown on telecom and online fraud, repatriating thousands of foreign nationals and pushing forward new legislation to strengthen its legal framework against cross-border scams.

10 big things about China you should not miss (Feb. 8 - Feb. 14)

At a regular press briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China had noted reports that U.S. Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Thomas G. DiNanno urged China to participate in "multilateral talks" on nuclear arms control and strategic stability and alleged that China carried out "nuclear explosive tests" in June 2020, while outlining U.S. proposals on nuclear arms control at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva.

Chinese leaders extend Spring Festival greetings to retired senior officials

President Xi Jinping and other Chinese leaders have visited or entrusted others to visit retired senior officials to extend greetings ahead of the Spring Festival, which falls on Feb. 17 this year.

Country sees strong rebound in FDI

Net inflows of foreign direct investment to China quadrupled in 2025 according to balance-of-payments data, official figures showed on Friday, signaling a structural improvement in inbound investment and renewed confidence in China's long-term growth prospects.

Fujian villages bear witness to changes

From 1997 to 1999, relocation efforts promoted by Xi, then deputy secretary of the Fujian Provincial Committee of the CPC, brought Jiang and more than 500 other boat-dwelling households ashore.

Chinese robots and culture converge at UN's Year of the Horse celebration

A robotic lion dancer, a panda-shaped robot and three humanoid dancing robots took center stage at a Chinese New Year gala hosted by the United Nations Chinese Book Club at UN headquarters in New York on Thursday.

Jin Boyang bids emotional Olympic farewell with 17th-place finish

Chinese figure skater Jin Boyang performs his free-skate program at Milano-Cortina 2026, his third Winter Olympics. Jin finished 17th overall with a total score of 229.08 points at the Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan on Friday.

China issues auto pricing conduct guide

China has rolled out its first nationwide price compliance rules for the auto sector, drawing clear legal red lines across the entire auto industry chain to prevent price wars in the world's largest vehicle market.

Long March 10's booster retrieved from sea for 1st time

The first stage of the Long March 10 carrier rocket is fished out and retrieved from the sea on Friday, marking China's completion of its first-ever rocket first-stage booster maritime salvage and recovery mission.

Hong Kong's passenger traffic at boundary control points up 12 percent in 2025

Boundary control points in Hong Kong recorded about 330 million in passenger traffic in 2025, up 12 percent from 2024, official data showed.Inbound and outbound private car trips totaled 11.9 million last year, up 24 percent from 2024, while goods vehicle trips reached 4.8 million, a 6 percent increase, according to the customs authorities of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government.　　In 2025, the customs authorities detected a total of 38,869 cases, rising 24 percent year-on-year. About 75 percent of these cases were related to illicit cigarettes, followed by cases related to dangerous drugs and intellectual property rights infringement.

Cutting a 'fortune forse' from red paper! Foreign friends experience an authentic Chinese New Year

China-Ukraine relations should maintain stable, healthy development: Chinese FM

China and Ukraine should stick to the right direction and maintain stable and healthy development in bilateral relations, said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday in Munich.

China urges restoration of stable global semiconductor supply chain

China's Ministry of Commerce on Friday urged efforts to restore the smooth, stable operation of the global semiconductor supply chain, after a Dutch court announced a ruling related to semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia.

Georgia deports record number of illegal migrants in past year: PM

Georgia's migration authorities deported more illegal migrants over the past year than in the previous decade combined, Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said Friday in a video address.

UN Security Council urges ceasing hostilities in South Sudan

The UN Security Council on Friday called on all parties to de-escalate and immediately cease renewed hostilities in South Sudan and to resolve issues through peaceful dialogue.

China, U.S. agree to strengthen dialogue, cooperation in various fields

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio here Friday on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, with both sides agreeing to strengthen dialogue and cooperation in various fields and promote the stable development of China-U.S.

The two Chinese-American Olympians competing for rival superpowers

Eileen Guo and Alysa Liu have been thrust into a debate that goes far beyond sports.

Xi takes part in Spring Festival gathering with non-CPC members

As the Spring Festival of the Year of the Horse in the Chinese lunar calendar approaches, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, took part in a gathering on the afternoon of Feb. 11 to greet the upcoming festival with leading officials of the non-CPC political parties' central committees and the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC) and representatives of personages without party affiliation at the Great Hall of the People.

China scientists develop record-speed 3D printing technology

China has developed a new 3D printing technology capable of producing millimeter-scale complex objects in just 0.6 seconds, setting the fastest speed recorded so far, according to a study published on Wednesday in Nature.

China's top court rules drivers liable even with assisted driving activated

China's Supreme People's Court has issued a landmark ruling, clarifying that drivers remain criminally responsible as the operator of a vehicle even when its assisted driving systems are active.

Xi extends Spring Festival greetings to service personnel

As the Spring Festival draws near, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese president, and chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), inspected the armed forces' combat readiness and ongoing operations and extended cordial greetings to relevant troops via video link at the Bayi Building in Beijing on Feb. 10. On behalf of the CPC Central Committee and the CMC, Xi expressed sincere regards and extended Spring Festival greetings to service personnel of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) and the People's Armed Police Force, civilian personnel posted in the military, and members of reserve forces and militia.

Year-of-the-Horse-themed artworks in Nanjing attracts visitors

As the Chinese New Year approaches, paper-cut artworks featuring the zodiac horse add a festive atmosphere to the city.

Urumqi citizens purchase festival decorations to welcome Chinese New Year

As the 2026 Chinese New Year -- the Year of the Horse -- is just around the corner, Chinese New Year decorations have been very popular.

Foreign tourists flock to China for immersive New Year experience

As inbound tourism continues to recover, visiting China during the Spring Festival holiday has drawn growing interest from international travelers seeking seasonal cultural experiences.

Beyond Blood and Borders | Japanese 'war orphan' repays China's kindness through martial arts

Martial arts represent the most precious gift bestowed upon Tsunematsu Masaru by his Chinese adoptive parents. At the age of six, fearing he might be bullied, they sent him to study under a renowned master. This nurturing care enabled him, whom others called "little Japanese boy" to gradually blossom into a true inheritor of Chinese martial arts.　

Ambassador of Denmark to China extends best wishes to Chinese people for prosperity and wisdom

As Chinese New Year approaches, Ambassador of Denmark to China Michael S. Christensen extended his sincere wishes to all the Chinese people for prosperity and wisdom in the Year of the Horse.

Dutch Sinologist extends Chinese New Year greetings: Ma Dao Cheng Gong

"As the Chinese New Year is around the corner, I want to leave you one phrase that could happen to you in the upcoming Year of the Horse: Ma Dao Cheng Gong (Wish you instant success)," Paridon said in a video.

China coast guard patrols Huangyan Dao

The China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels conducted a law enforcement drill in the territorial waters of China's Huangyan Dao on Feb. 4, 2026.

China's commercial rocket launches 7 satellites from sea, including Pakistan's PRSC-EO2

The PRSC-EO2 satellite is equipped with high-resolution optical payloads. The remote sensing data it acquires will serve Pakistan in various fields such as land mapping, environmental and natural disaster monitoring, and natural resource protection.

Chinese Embassy refutes false reports of 'ban on Investment in Israel'

The Chinese Embassy in Israel has refuted recent media reports claiming that "China has banned investment in Israel," according to a post published on the embassy's official WeChat account on Friday.

Prime minister of New Zealand sends Year of the Horse greetings

As the Year of the Horse approaches, he spoke of the spirit of vitality, perseverance and progress, and expressed appreciation for the long-standing contributions the Chinese community has made to New Zealand culturally, economically and socially.

'Chinese-style living' trends overseas as experts urge for a deeper understanding of culture

A growing number of overseas internet users are embracing an online trend known as “becoming Chinese at heart,” reflecting rising curiosity about Chinese culture.

Spring Festival guide for foreigners in Yiwu

Munich report reflects the anxiety in Europe

This year's 62nd Munich Security Conference report introduced two new concepts — "wrecking-ball politics" and "bulldozer politics" — which, according to Cui Hongjian, director of Beijing Foreign Studies University's Center for European Union and Regional Development Studies, largely reflect Europe's perception that the United States has shifted from being a rule-maker and guardian of the Western world to a disruptor.

Longer Spring Festival break fuels travel boom

The longest Spring Festival holiday in recent years — lasting nine days starting Sunday — has ignited people's passion for travel, with both domestic destinations and overseas locations attracting significant interest.

Vital role of family virtues in governance

In the early 1980s, Xi Jinping, then secretary of the Communist Party of China Zhengding County Committee in Hebei province, lived in an office that often felt damp. On sunny days, he would air out his bedding — a cotton-padded mattress patched together with scraps of old clothing.

U.S. stocks slide, S&P 500 falls back below year's opening level

U.S. stocks suffered heavy losses on Thursday as investors confronted the potential negative consequences of the rapid AI buildout, and the S&P 500 dipped back under its level from the start of the year.　　

China's Sun Long wins silver in men's 1,000m short track speed skating at Milan-Cortina

Chinese short track speed skater Sun Long clinched silver in the men's 1,000 meters event at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games on Thursday, earning the first Olympic medal of his career.　　The two-time Olympian clocked one minute and 24.565 seconds, 0.028 seconds behind Jens van't Wout of the Netherlands.

China opens women's curling campaign with victory at Milan-Cortina Games

China's women's curlers opened their round-robin campaign with a 7-4 victory over Britain, while Sweden collected two wins from as many matches at the Milan-Cortina Olympic Winter Games here on Thursday.

China's Sun Long wins silver in men's 1,000m short track speed skating at Milan-Cortina

Trump announces repeal of key finding underpinning U.S. climate regulations

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday announced the revocation of a key 2009 climate determination that has served as the legal foundation for federal climate regulations, including rules on greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles and mandates supporting electric vehicle adoption.

Britain's top civil servant resigns after two officials quit amid Mandelson fallout

Britain's Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service, Chris Wormald, has become the third senior official to step down in less than a week amid the political fallout over former British ambassador to the United States Peter Mandelson, the Cabinet Office announced Thursday.

UK-China awards spotlight snooker, Liverpool FC, Octopus, Bear Grylls

A pioneer in China's funds and wine, Chris Ruffle, founder of Heartland Capital, and owner of the Treaty Port Vineyard in China's Shandong province, was recognized for services to the wine industry in China.

Xi urges basic research push for original innovations

President Xi Jinping has called for strengthening the strategic, forward-looking, and systematic layout of basic research and supporting scientists and researchers in delivering more original innovations.

Why can Yiwu trade with the world? This longest freight railway provides the answer

With 26 Yiwu-Xinjiang-Europe routes reaching over 160 cities across Eurasia, Yiwu is able not only to "sell to the world" but also to "buy from the world"! Click the video to discover the impressive capabilities of the YXE Container Train!

U.S. governors boycott White House after Trump excludes Democrats

The National Governors Association (NGA) has canceled a scheduled meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House after the administration reportedly limited invitations to Republican governors, breaking with the bipartisan tradition of the annual gathering.

Comicomment: How long can Yasukuni Shrine show stay on tightrope?

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said in a recent television program that she was "trying to create an environment" that would allow her to visit the notorious Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo.

Ning earns China's first skating medal at Milan-Cortina

Ning claimed bronze in the men's 1,000m speed skating in 1:07.34, delivering the country’s first medal on ice at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

China's luge women's doubles sets best result at Milan-Cortina

China's Gulijienaiti Adikeyoumu and Zhao Jiaying compete in the luge women's doubles at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Cortina, Italy, Feb. 11, 2026. They placed eighth in 1:48.487.

EconoScope | AI-only social network sparks debate over governance and control

Would you believe it? Just as humans consider replacing their AI assistants, those AI systems may already be quietly discussing how to resist.

Beijing, a perfect location for 'set-jetters'

Beijing is looking to tap into the lucrative "set-jetting" trend that has been gaining traction around the world in recent years. Driven by the global success of big-budget blockbuster productions such as Game of Thrones and The White Lotus, tourists are flocking to take holidays at the real-life locations where their favorite TV shows and films are set.

Shanghai eyes tech to drive development

To significantly improve Shanghai's urban capacity and core competitiveness during the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period, the city will step up efforts to nurture new growth engines, expand development space and improve living standards, officials said on Wednesday.

More global airlines using province as MRO hub

A Boeing 787-8 operated by a Jordanian airline has become the latest widebody aircraft to undergo a full heavy maintenance check in South China's Hainan Free Trade Port, highlighting how tax breaks and streamlined customs are drawing foreign carriers to the fast-growing aircraft repair hub.

EU lawmakers agree stance on trade pact

Lawmakers in the European Parliament on Tuesday forged a consensus on the European Union-United States trade deal, which was struck in July 2025 by US President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

China's first C909 airplane hospital lands in Laos for medical mission

China's first C909 airplane hospital successfully completed its first onboard eye surgery in Laos on Tuesday, with the patient recovering well after the operation.

Seedance 2.0 signals big shift in AI sector

Chinese tech company Byte-Dance has launched the latest version of its artificial intelligence video-generation model Seedance 2.0, intensifying China's push in generative AI at a time when the United States'OpenAI appears to have slowed development of its similar product, Sora.

China rejects U.S. allegations of nuclear explosive tests

China on Wednesday rejected recent remarks by a senior U.S. official accusing China of conducting nuclear explosive tests.

Chinese authorities launch investigation after fishing boat hits Bryde's whale

A fishing boat has collided with a Bryde's whale near Weizhou Island in southern China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, injuring the whale and prompting an official investigation, according to media reports.

Insights | Entering the Year of the Fire Horse, China’s development outlook remains bright amid global changes: Canadian expert

Xi attends Chinese New Year gathering with non-CPC personages

Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, extended festive greetings on Wednesday to people from non-CPC political parties and the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC), personages without party affiliation, and other members of the united front ahead of the Spring Festival, or the Chinese New Year.

Chinese premier calls for comprehensive push in AI innovation, application

Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday called for a comprehensive push in the technological innovation, industrial growth and application of artificial intelligence (AI) to foster new quality productive forces and promote high-quality development.

Holiday shopping spree trends evolving

As the retail landscape for Spring Festival unfolds, traditional models of holiday shopping are being replaced by a focus on lifestyle, experience and emotional connections, compelling retailers and brands alike to rethink their strategies for the 2026 season, according to an industry report.

Xi extends Spring Festival greetings to service personnel

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday reviewed the armed forces' combat readiness and ongoing operations and extended Spring Festival greetings to all service members of the country via video link in Beijing.

Chinese Spring Festival celebrations introduce Europeans to Chinese traditions

Red lanterns swayed above Kotzia Square in central Athens on Wednesday as the rhythmic drums of a dragon dance drew thousands of Greek residents celebrating China's Spring Festival.

Nigeria, China at 55: partnership for a new era

Nigeria remains committed to advancing a forward-looking, mutually beneficial partnership with China — one that reflects the aspirations of both nations and contributes to a more prosperous and inclusive world.

We had sex in a Chinese hotel, then found we had been broadcast to thousands

A couple who stayed in Shenzhen discovered their intimate moments were filmed as spy-cam porn.

US must be prudent when supplying arms to Taiwan, Xi tells Trump

Their call comes in the wake of a flurry of visits by Western leaders to China in recent months.

US launches plan to tackle China's critical minerals dominance

The event was attended by representatives of more than 50 countries, the White House said.

Draco Malfoy becomes unlikely Lunar New Year mascot in China

This year's trendy Lunar New Year decor comes with a stroke of wizardry.

The Chinese planemaker taking on Boeing and Airbus

Comac's passenger jet is attracting customers in South East Asia where demand for affordable aircraft is growing.

Healthcare, visas and whisky: What did UK and China get from Starmer's visit?

Sir Keir Starmer's visit to China brought agreements on visas, services, healthcare, green tech and finance.

Why China moved so quickly to execute 11 members of a notorious mafia family

The Ming family ran scam compounds along the Chinese border with Myanmar in Shan state.

Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger

Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing

Tourists visit Mount Tai in Tai'an, E China's Shandong

Tourists visit Mount Tai in Tai'an, east China's Shandong Province, Feb. 5, 2026.Tourists watch the sunrise at Mount Tai in Tai'an, east China's Shandong Province, Feb. 6, 2026. (Xinhua/Zhu Zheng)

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China confirms visa-free travel for UK and Canadian nationals

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(W.E. Talk) Chinese, Japanese experts warn Japan's military buildup could push the country to the brink of danger

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China to grant zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries

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JD.com recovers most goods stolen from Paris warehouse

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Cambodia intensifies nationwide crackdown on telecom fraud, advances new legislation

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Chinese leaders extend Spring Festival greetings to retired senior officials

Country sees strong rebound in FDI

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Jin Boyang bids emotional Olympic farewell with 17th-place finish

China issues auto pricing conduct guide

Long March 10's booster retrieved from sea for 1st time

Hong Kong's passenger traffic at boundary control points up 12 percent in 2025

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China urges restoration of stable global semiconductor supply chain

Georgia deports record number of illegal migrants in past year: PM

UN Security Council urges ceasing hostilities in South Sudan

China, U.S. agree to strengthen dialogue, cooperation in various fields

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Xi extends Spring Festival greetings to service personnel

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Beyond Blood and Borders | Japanese 'war orphan' repays China's kindness through martial arts

Ambassador of Denmark to China extends best wishes to Chinese people for prosperity and wisdom

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