Borders that are crisscrossed more frequently by trade in goods and services are less likely to be besieged by soldiers and other armed elements, buttressing the fact that trade dividends are not just related to development, growth, and prosperity, but also include peace and mutual understanding through dialogue among civilisations. With the proliferation of regional free trade areas across the world, it is without doubt that trade makes concrete contributions to the economic growth of many countries, and trade promotion…

BEIJING – Once the capital of 13 ancient dynasties and home to countless cultural heritage sites, Luoyang in central China’s Henan Province is renowned as an ancient city that has witnessed “half of Chinese history.” A gem among these treasures, the Longmen Grottoes stands out, representing the pinnacle of Chinese stone carving art. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts a history of over 1,500 years, with a total of 2,345 caves and niches carved into the steep cliffs stretching more…

ZHENGZHOU — Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, has called for continuous efforts to build the manufacturing industry stronger to advance Chinese modernization. Xi made the remarks during his inspection tour in a bearing producer in Luoyang City, central China’s Henan Province, on Monday afternoon. Xi visited the company’s intelligent manufacturing plant to learn about the performance and applications of various types of bearing products. He inspected the intelligent production lines and had an…

ZHENGZHOU – Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, on Monday inspected the city of Luoyang in central China’s Henan Province. During the visit, Xi toured the Luoyang Bearing Group Co., Ltd., the White Horse Temple, and the Longmen Grottoes. He learned about local efforts to accelerate the development of advanced manufacturing, enhance the protection and utilization of historical and cultural heritage, and promote the high-quality development of the cultural and tourism sector. African Times…

BEIJING – China’s inbound tourism market holds immense potential, driven by continued policy optimization that aims to ease access for international travelers and improve the overall travel experience across the country, according to industry experts. China will further enhance the convenience of inbound tourism in terms of visas, payments, transportation and accommodation, Shi Zeyi, an official at the Ministry of Culture and Tourism said during the latest episode of China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News…

BEIJING – China’s inbound tourism has maintained strong momentum, with a sharp rise in both international arrivals and visitor spending, buoyed by streamlined visa policies and an improved travel environment, according to officials. About 132 million inbound tourists visited China in 2024, with total spending reaching 94.2 billion U.S. dollars, recovering to 97.2 percent and 93.5 percent of the 2019 levels, respectively, Shi Zeyi, an official in charge of international exchanges and cooperation at the Ministry of Culture and Tourism,…

A friend in need is a friend indeed, said Thomas Lokirut, an elder from Uganda’s Karamojong people after learning that China had donated 1,610 tonnes of rice to his people.   “The Chinese have proved that they are our true friends by donating food to us at this trying moment, when most of the people in the Karamoja sub-region have no food to eat,” he told ChinAfrica.  Drought brings hunger  The Karamoja sub-region is located in the country’s northeastern part, about 458…

Nhokwara Blessing calls herself a blessed girl. The 19-year-old Zimbabwean is studying Chinese language and Chinese culture in her university. She was born and brought up in Thohoyandou in Limpopo Province in the northern part of South Africa, bordering Zimbabwe. After graduation from a local high school, she chose to study in the University of Venda (UNIVEN) in 2024 as an international student. There, she was delighted to find a Confucius Institute.  She submitted an application on 5 March 2024…

During the 19th Asian Games held in east China’s Hangzhou, McCleary Gondo, a 27-year-old Zimbabwean student living in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, caught people’s attention. Recognising the critical importance of communication at such a large-scale event, he used his language skills and intercultural awareness to train local volunteers in English.  He travelled across the city to lead practical sessions tailored to the specific needs of the volunteers: welcoming foreign visitors, providing clear directions, and calmly handling unexpected situations. He also offered…

When 32-year-old Martha Kollie arrived at the newly established China-aid National Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment Laboratory in the Liberian capital of Monrovia, she was unsure if she would receive the medical care she desperately needed.   Diagnosed with a severe respiratory infection, she had previously struggled to find proper treatment in Liberia’s overwhelmed health care system.  “I came here because the other hospitals didn’t have the equipment to properly diagnose me,” said Kollie.  “The doctors told me they now have advanced…