Chinese Scientists Develop Solar Thermal Fabric That Rapidly Converts Light Into Heat

Breakthrough material inspired by nature could transform smart clothing, medical therapy, and outdoor protection in extreme conditions. Photo: microgen / iStock

Researchers in China have created a new solar thermal fabric capable of heating up within seconds under light exposure – a breakthrough that could revolutionise thermal management technologies and transform the design of smart clothing, medical devices, and protective gear for use in harsh climates. This is reported by China Daily, a partner of TV… Continue reading Chinese Scientists Develop Solar Thermal Fabric That Rapidly Converts Light Into Heat

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(CIIE) Opening Doors to Shared Future — China’s Import Expo Boosts Market Access, Development for Least Developed Countries

This photo taken on Nov. 4, 2025 shows a view of the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the main venue for the eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE), in east China's Shanghai. (Xinhua/Chen Haoming)

SHANGHAI, Nov. 9 (Xinhua) — China’s annual import expo has been opening doors to the world’s least developed countries (LDCs), facilitating not only the exchange of ideas, orders and friendship, but also driving their local development and income growth. At the eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE), which began on Nov. 5 and will close… Continue reading (CIIE) Opening Doors to Shared Future — China’s Import Expo Boosts Market Access, Development for Least Developed Countries

Think Tank Report Highlights China’s Economic, Social Development Blueprint for 15th Five-Year Plan Period

(250722) -- ZHENGZHOU, July 22, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 19, 2025 shows the Central Business District (CBD) in Zhengdong New District of Zhengzhou, central China's Henan Province. Located in central China, Zhengzhou is renowned as a regional hub for sci-tech innovation, a national historical and cultural city, and an international comprehensive transportation hub. In recent years, Zhengzhou has been dedicated to promoting high-quality development, enhancing its overall competitiveness, and integrating into the national market. From July 23 to 27, Zhengzhou will host the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit. (Xinhua/Li Jianan)

BEIJING, Nov. 9 (Xinhua) — A think tank report, which elaborates on China’s economic and social development blueprint for the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), was released Friday at a seminar on understanding the fourth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee in Beijing. Titled “The Critical Stage toward Basically Realizing… Continue reading Think Tank Report Highlights China’s Economic, Social Development Blueprint for 15th Five-Year Plan Period

Embracing “China Opportunity 2.0” for Shared Prosperity

Visitors view an extra support guidewire of Medtronic, which made its global debut during the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in east China's Shanghai, Nov. 6, 2025. (Xinhua/Fang Zhe)

BEIJING, Nov. 9 (Xinhua) — China has set its development priorities and policy directions for the next five years, and the world’s second-largest economy will bring new opportunities for shared growth with global partners and investors. In recent years, there has been increasing talk of Chinese opportunities among investors, analysts and entrepreneurs. Indeed, along with… Continue reading Embracing “China Opportunity 2.0” for Shared Prosperity

APEC 2026: See You In Shenzhen

(231117) -- SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a speech titled "Staying True to APEC Founding Mission and Enhancing Unity and Cooperation to Jointly Promote High-Quality Growth in the Asia-Pacific" at the 30th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting in San Francisco, the United States, Nov. 17, 2023. (Xinhua/Li Xueren)

China is set to host APEC meeting for the third time in 2026. See you in Shenzhen! Produced by Xinhua Global Service African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency

Uganda Imports Chinese Hybrid Goats to Help to Improve 
its Goat Meat Production

Young boer goat isolated on white background

If there’s one meat dish Ugandan people really enjoy, that’s goat meat. Across the country in restaurants, bars and clubs, the aroma of roasted goat meat wafts enticingly, attracting people at all hours of the day and night.  “In Kampala City, over 1,000 goats are consumed every day. Farmers in Uganda cannot supply enough goats.… Continue reading Uganda Imports Chinese Hybrid Goats to Help to Improve 
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Chilli Exports to China are Transforming Farmer’s Socio-Economic Status

Employees of a farm work in a chilli pepper field in Rwanda on 22 May (XINHUA)

As the morning sun casts its glow over the lush rolling hills of Nyagatare District, chilli farming is spicing up cross-continental trade and bringing tangible benefits to local farmers in Rwanda. “I can now afford to pay school fees for my children, and meet other financial needs at home, a tangible benefit of chilli farming… Continue reading Chilli Exports to China are Transforming Farmer’s Socio-Economic Status

China’s New Generation of Extravehicular Space Suits Achieves its Life Extension Objective

Screenshot from the Beijing Aerospace Control Centre showing taikonauts Chen Dong (left) and Chen Zhongrui working outside the space station during the Shenzhou-20 mission on 26 June (XINHUA)

Deep space is incredibly quiet, but once astronauts leave the station, they must contend with extreme temperatures, fluctuating pressures, and high levels of radiation. Their spacesuits are equipped with life-support systems, which are essential for a safe “walk in space.” On 15 August, the crew of Shenzhou-20 successfully completed their third spacewalk. For this mission,… Continue reading China’s New Generation of Extravehicular Space Suits Achieves its Life Extension Objective

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China, U.S. Reach Basic Consensuses on Arrangements to Address Respective Trade Concerns

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, poses for a photo with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent prior to their talks in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Oct. 25, 2025. The Chinese and U.S. delegations convened on Saturday and Sunday for talks on economic and trade issues in Kuala Lumpur. (Xinhua/Bai Xueqi)

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) — China and, U.S. delegations reached a basic consensus on arrangements to address respective trade concerns after two days of talks here. The essence of China-U.S. economic and trade relations is mutual benefit and win-win results, and the two countries gain from cooperation and lose from confrontation, Chinese Vice Premier… Continue reading China, U.S. Reach Basic Consensuses on Arrangements to Address Respective Trade Concerns

CPC Plenum Concludes, Adopting Recommendations for China’s 15th Five-Year Plan

Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, delivers an important address at the fourth plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee in Beijing, capital of China. The 20th Central Committee of the CPC convened its fourth plenary session in Beijing from Monday to Thursday. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

BEIJING, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) — The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) convened its fourth plenary session in Beijing from Monday to Thursday. Participants at the session deliberated over and adopted the Recommendations of the CPC Central Committee for Formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development, according to… Continue reading CPC Plenum Concludes, Adopting Recommendations for China’s 15th Five-Year Plan

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