Zhejiang University team develops AI-designed proteins capable of regulating key cell receptors linked to major illnesses A team of scientists at Zhejiang University in Hangzhou has achieved a major breakthrough in protein engineering, developing artificial proteins capable of regulating critical cell receptors associated with a wide range of diseases, including Parkinson’s. According to China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS, the study demonstrates how researchers successfully designed synthetic proteins that can control the activity of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), a…

New technology achieves 95% lithium recovery while capturing CO₂ Chinese researchers have developed a recycling method for spent lithium-ion batteries that uses carbon dioxide and water. The process produces pure raw material for new batteries while simultaneously capturing CO₂, reports China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS. Specialists at the Institute of Technological Design of the Chinese Academy of Sciences grind the cathode material from used batteries, breaking its crystalline structure. Lithium atoms migrate to the particle surface, separating from…

The state intends to stimulate further technological development to build an intelligent economy The value of China’s key industries in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) exceeded US$175 billion in 2025, reports by the Belt and Road News Network (BRNN), a partner of TV BRICS, citing Li Lecheng, China’s Minister of Industry and Information Technology. According to him, the number of enterprises operating in the AI sector in China exceeded 6,200 last year. By the end of 2025, AI technologies…

This year’s “two sessions” — the annual meetings of China’s top legislature and top political advisory body — are set to open at a pivotal moment. As the world’s second-largest economy embarks on the inaugural year of its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) period, these gatherings in Beijing will serve both as a review of past achievements, and as a strategic compass guiding the nation’s future development. The fourth session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative…

Integrated communication platform delivers record-breaking speeds and advances foundation for next-generation 6G networks A Chinese research consortium has unveiled an integrated communication system linking optical fibre and wireless networks, achieving a new global record for data transmission speed. The breakthrough addresses growing demand for high-capacity, low-latency connectivity driven by artificial intelligence data centres and emerging 6G technologies. As digital infrastructure evolves, seamless end-to-end transmission between fibre-optic and wireless systems has remained a technical challenge due to differences in signal architecture…

The robot was named after Jamaican track and field athlete Usain Bolt Chinese engineers have unveiled a humanoid robot capable of running at a speed of 10 metres per second, outperforming most humans. This was reported by Guancha, a partner of TV BRICS. The robot stands 175 cm tall and weighs 75 kg. It was named Bolt in honour of Jamaican sprint legend and eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt, who set eight world records during his career. The humanoid was…

The Global Development Initiative focuses on the shared development needs of humanity, and directly addresses the real development challenges. The Global Security Initiative is dedicated to eliminating the root causes of international conflicts and improving global security governance. The Global Civilization Initiative offers a framework for countries to pursue modernization paths that are grounded in their own traditions while being open to the shared wisdom of humanity. The Global Governance Initiative calls for adhering to sovereign equality, directly targeting the…

BEIJING, Dec. 17 (Xinhua) — The launch of island-wide special customs operations of Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) represents China’s clear-cut stance against protectionism and a major step toward promoting economic globalization, said Huang Hanquan, a Chinese economist. Huang, head of the Chinese Academy of Macroeconomic Research, made the remarks during the latest episode of China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency. The Thursday launch marks a major milestone in the opening-up drive of the…

BEIJING, Dec. 17 (Xinhua) — China’s Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) is set to officially launch island-wide special customs operations on Thursday, a landmark step underscoring the country’s unwavering commitment to expanding high-standard opening up and advancing an open world economy. In the latest episode of China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency, guest speakers shared insights into the significance of the Hainan FTP and its upcoming special customs operations. “Accelerating the development of free…

Specialists from Shanghai Jiao Tong University have developed a technology that makes it possible to collect drinking water from the atmosphere. This was reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS. The development is based on three processes: condensation, liquid absorption by an absorbent or adsorbent, and a heat pump. Experts explained that the main challenge of extracting atmospheric water lies in adapting to complex and variable climatic conditions. The technology makes it possible to operate in different environments:…