Hong Ting Forum held in Kenya to advance China-Africa modernization drive

The 2025 edition of the Hong Ting Forum took place on Wednesday in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, bringing together senior government officials, diplomats, scholars, industry executives and media practitioners to explore ways to advance China-Africa cooperation on modernization. Hosted by Xinhua News Agency Africa Regional Bureau, the forum was held under the theme “China-Africa Dialogue… Continue reading Hong Ting Forum held in Kenya to advance China-Africa modernization drive

Civilisational Exchanges Represent a Crucial Step Towards realising a China-Africa Community With a Shared Future

Members of the traditional instrument orchestra of China’s Nanjing University perform with a local singer during a UN Chinese Language Day event in Nairobi, Kenya, on 18 April 2024. Photo: Xinhua

In his keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in September 2024, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasised that China will enhance people-to-people and cultural exchanges with Africa, champion mutual respect, inclusiveness and coexistence of different civilisations on the way to modernisation, and strive together for… Continue reading Civilisational Exchanges Represent a Crucial Step Towards realising a China-Africa Community With a Shared Future

Think Tank Report On Belt And Road Cooperation Stresses Innovation, Risk Mitigation

This photo taken on Oct. 17, 2023 shows a floral decoration for the third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation (BRF) near China National Convention Center in Beijing, capital of China. Photo: Xinhua/Chen Bin

A think tank report on “eight major steps” proposed by China to support high-quality Belt and Road cooperation stressed consolidating practical cooperation, fostering innovation-driven growth, strengthening risk management, and improving cooperation mechanisms. The report, titled “‘Eight Major Steps’ Heralds Promising New Decade of Belt and Road Cooperation,” was released Tuesday by Xinhua Institute, a think… Continue reading Think Tank Report On Belt And Road Cooperation Stresses Innovation, Risk Mitigation

Digital Silk Road E-Commerce Carries Unlimited Potential For Traders

A view of the Hongqiao Import Commodity Exhibition and Trading Centre in Shanghai on 16 November 2019. Photo: CNS

During a public class on livestreaming e-commerce organised by Hongqiao Import Commodity Exhibition and Trading Centre in Shanghai, Abdou Yahouza Mariama from Niger and Zvavarumbi Prince from Zimbabwe experienced firsthand the pressure of this line of work during a mock livestreaming session. As newcomers, they were visibly nervous and timid when they first stood in… Continue reading Digital Silk Road E-Commerce Carries Unlimited Potential For Traders

China, Kazakhstan To Build On Lasting Friendship, Unique Partnership

Chinese President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on July 2, 2024. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday hailed a unique permanent comprehensive strategic partnership established between China and Kazakhstan and their time-tested friendship in his ongoing state visit to the Central Asian country. Xi landed earlier in the day in Kazakhstan, where he will also attend the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State… Continue reading China, Kazakhstan To Build On Lasting Friendship, Unique Partnership

Xi Hails Uniqueness Of China-Kazakhstan Partnership

Chinese President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on July 2, 2024. On Tuesday evening, Xi and Tokayev had a cordial and friendly exchange over dinner in a pleasant and warm atmosphere, discussing issues related to China-Kazakhstan relations and issues of common concerns. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that China and Kazakhstan have established a unique permanent comprehensive strategic partnership. Xi made the remarks in a written statement upon his arrival in Astana for a state visit to Kazakhstan, where he will also attend the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the… Continue reading Xi Hails Uniqueness Of China-Kazakhstan Partnership

Xi Arrives In Kazakhstan For State Visit, SCO Summit With Focus On Bolstering Cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Astana, Kazakhstan, July 2, 2024, for the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and a state visit to Kazakhstan at the invitation of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Tokayev held a grand welcoming ceremony at the airport to welcome Xi. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Kazakhstan on Tuesday for a state visit and to attend the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. This is Xi’s fifth visit to Kazakhstan and the second one in less than two years, following his previous state visit in September 2022.… Continue reading Xi Arrives In Kazakhstan For State Visit, SCO Summit With Focus On Bolstering Cooperation

Border Cities In Xinjiang Play Important Part In China’ Cross-Border Rail Transportation

The border gate at the city of Alashankou. Photo: ChinAfrica

The expedition of Chinese explorer Zhang Qian more than 2,000 years ago is considered to be the foundation of the ancient Silk Road. Today, his legendary exploration of the ancient Silk Road is renowned worldwide. Venturing across the Eurasian continent with camel caravans laden with silk, spices, tea, and other Chinese goods, he forged vital… Continue reading Border Cities In Xinjiang Play Important Part In China’ Cross-Border Rail Transportation

Researcher: BRI is Popular Because of Its Advantages

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met in Beijing on October 17 at the forum of international cooperation "One Belt, One Road Initiative". It was the two leaders' 25th meeting since 2012.

Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed the joint construction of the Silk Road Economic Belt in September 2013 in Kazakhstan, and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road in the following month in Indonesia, together known as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). In a decade, the BRI has become a reality, reviving the ancient Silk Roads.  … Continue reading Researcher: BRI is Popular Because of Its Advantages

Feature: Xi Story – A Transformative Speech That Gave Rise to Belt And Road Initiative

XI’AN, May 16 (Xinhua) — The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has been one of the most talked-about buzzwords in international cooperation over the past few years. While many people know that it was proposed by China, few may realize that the concept was first put forward in Central Asia. In September 2013, during Chinese… Continue reading Feature: Xi Story – A Transformative Speech That Gave Rise to Belt And Road Initiative

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