Hulun Buir’s Grasslands Rebound Through Modern Herding and Sustainable, Cooperative Practices

Sheep are grazing at the Red-Headed Sheep breeding base in Old Barag Banner on 1 August (HU FAN)

On the vast Hulun Buir steppe in north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, grasslands stretch as far as the eye can see. Known as one of the world’s four great grasslands and celebrated as the “kingdom of flora and fauna in north China,” the region has long been a cradle of traditional nomadic culture and… Continue reading Hulun Buir’s Grasslands Rebound Through Modern Herding and Sustainable, Cooperative Practices

From Solar Seas to Smart Hydropower, Young Global Leaders Explore China’s Green Energy Transformation

Young global leaders pose for a group photo at Guangli Port Assembly Terminal in Dongying, Shandong Province. (Courtesy)

Donning safety helmets and life jackets, a group of young leaders and energy experts from around the world boarded a vessel early in the morning on 5 June. As the boat glided over glassy waters, the rising sun cast a golden sheen across the open sea, turning the horizon into a glowing canvas of light… Continue reading From Solar Seas to Smart Hydropower, Young Global Leaders Explore China’s Green Energy Transformation

Ghana’s Port Expansion Key to Realising the Country’s Vision to Establish an Export-Driven Economic Model

Zhenhua 24 vessel carrying three STS cranes and 12 RTG cranes arrives at Tema Port on 29 August 2023 (COURTESY)

Ghana’s Tema Port marked a historic milestone on 16 January 2024 with the arrival of Maersk Edirne, a 13,676-TEU container vessel – one of the largest of its kind globally – as part of Maersk’s newly launched Far East-West Africa express service.  Starting from China’s Chiwan Port, calling at Nansha Port, and loading cargo in Singapore,… Continue reading Ghana’s Port Expansion Key to Realising the Country’s Vision to Establish an Export-Driven Economic Model

The Peony has Become a Cultural and Economic Powerhouse in Heze

Visitors admire blooming peonies at Caozhou Peony Garden in Heze City, Shandong Province, on 7 April 2023 (XINHUA)

The peony, revered as the “king of flowers” in China, has long transcended its botanical identity to become a cultural icon deeply rooted in the Yellow River basin. In the fertile plains of the Yellow River, Heze City in Shandong Province has long held a special connection with the peony. With a 1,500-year history of… Continue reading The Peony has Become a Cultural and Economic Powerhouse in Heze

Changsha Has Played a Pioneering Role in Reshaping Cross-Continental Trade and Cooperation

Visitors buy fruits at the China-Africa Economic and Trade Cooperation Promotion Innovation Demonstration Park in Changsha, Hunan Province, on 1 July 2023 (XINHUA)

From the 50,000 pieces of Changsha Kiln ceramics recovered from the Tang Dynasty shipwreck “Black Stone” to today’s weekly cargo flights between China and Africa, Changsha’s trade with the African continent has spanned over a thousand years. This historic cultural city is playing an increasingly vital role in China-Africa economic and trade cooperation, with a… Continue reading Changsha Has Played a Pioneering Role in Reshaping Cross-Continental Trade and Cooperation

Rapid Development and Large-Scale Commercial Deployment of eVTOLs Are Set to Change the Future of Transportation

An unmanned aircraft conducts a low-altitude flight demonstration in the Ocean Development Experimental Zone in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, on 28 June 2024 (VCG)

During the 2025 Spring Festival Gala broadcast on 28 January, the V2000CG CarryAll, a cutting-edge 2-tonne electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developed by AutoFlight, took off against the dazzling nightscape of Chongqing in southwest China. The aircraft joined singers and dancers in a mesmerising performance, adding a touch of futurism to the traditional… Continue reading Rapid Development and Large-Scale Commercial Deployment of eVTOLs Are Set to Change the Future of Transportation

Chinese Shows Entertain Audiences in Ghana Thanks to the Establishment of Satellite TV Channels

With its extraordinary music performance and thrilling competition, the Singer 2024 TV programme won the hearts of audiences in Ghana, shortly after the nine-episode singing competition on Hunan Satellite TV gained widespread attention in China.  Besides Singer 2024, audiences in Ghana now have access to a variety of high-quality Chinese programmes on satellite TV offered by the Golden… Continue reading Chinese Shows Entertain Audiences in Ghana Thanks to the Establishment of Satellite TV Channels

Exploring the Symbolism of Snakes in Different Cultures

From the mythic tales of ancient China to the spiritual practices of West Africa, and from the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs to the emblematic symbols of healing in Greece, the snake has woven itself into the fabric of human culture. Whether as a symbol of fertility, wisdom, healing, or mystery, the snake continues to inspire… Continue reading Exploring the Symbolism of Snakes in Different Cultures

High-level Forum Presents Visions to Boost China-Africa and South-South Cooperation for Mutual Benefit

Students from Buhimba Technical Institute tour a stone quarry near a Chinese road construction camp in Kikuube, Uganda, on 28 October. (Photo: Xinhua)

The economic clout of developing countries is rising amid tectonic shifts in global affairs. This trend has led to discussions on the sustainable development of the Global South and calls for greater participation by developing countries in global governance. Following the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) held in September, which set… Continue reading High-level Forum Presents Visions to Boost China-Africa and South-South Cooperation for Mutual Benefit

The Construction Of No.1 National Highway In The Republic Of Congo Has Created Enormous Opportunities For Locals

A highway patrol officer directs traffic on the No.1 National Highway in the Republic of Congo on 31 July. Photo: Xinhua

In the view of Vertu Ikombo Otoka, life in the Republic of the Congo has transformed greatly since the completion of the No.1 National Highway. Born in Brazzaville, the country’s capital, he has witnessed firsthand the significant impact of this highway on the nation’s economic development, particularly in the rural regions it connects.   “When I… Continue reading The Construction Of No.1 National Highway In The Republic Of Congo Has Created Enormous Opportunities For Locals

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