President of Uruguay begins visit to China
Uruguayan President Yamandu Orsi arrived in Beijing on Sunday for a state visit, becoming the first foreign leader from a Latin American and Caribbean country to visit China in the new year.
Treasures in Shandong | Solar Terms Series: The Beginning of Spring
Following the 24 solar terms, we present the "Treasures in Shandong: Solar Terms Series", a journey into the Shandong's cultural heritage. Each episode spotlights a relic, using AI animation to bring it back to life within the context of its corresponding season. This series revives cultural treasures through the rhythm of the natural calendar.
This episode, let’s delve into the Beginning of Spring.
Shandong’s industrial added value expected to reach 3.3 trillion yuan by end of 14th Five-Year Plan period
According to the press conference held by the Information Office of Shandong Provincial Government on December 8, since the launch of 14th Five-Year Plan, Shandong has prioritized its industrial economy as the flagship project for accelerating the new industrialization. By the end of the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the province’s industrial added value is expected to rise from 2.3 to 3.3 trillion yuan, while its manufacturing share of GDP will remain stable at around 28%.
Neither fair nor reasonable to ask China to join nuclear disarmament negotiations at this stage: Chinese FM on Trump's reported call to include China in nuclear arms control talks
"China has noted the constructive proposals previously put forward by Russia regarding follow-up arrangements to the New START Treaty and hopes the US will respond positively and genuinely uphold global strategic stability," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Tuesday in response to a Russian media inquiry about how China views the impact on global strategic stability in regard of the absence of any arms control treaty between the world's two largest nuclear powers.
World’s 1st L5 solar probe: China’s Xihe-2 eyes major advancement in space weather early warning
China's planned Xihe-2 solar probe — set to launch between 2028 and 2029 and become the world's first spacecraft stationed at the Sun-Earth L5 point — will enable detection of solar active regions 4-5 days earlier than from Earth orbit. This promises a significant leap forward in space weather prediction and early warnings, a leading scientist of the program told the Global Times on Tuesday.
CCG releases videos on international maritime governance, law enforcement and Diaoyu Dao patrols
On the occasion of the fifth anniversary of the implementation of China's Coast Guard Law, the China Coast Guard (CCG) released two promotional videos, Guarding the Sea and Law Enforcement at Sea, on February 1.
Uniqlo, Li-Ning remove Pokémon collaboration products in China after Yasukuni Shrine incident sparks backlash
Pokémon collaboration products have been taken off shelves by Uniqlo, a Japanese fast-fashion brand, and Li-Ning, a major Chinese sportswear company, across major online platforms and physical stores in China, the Global Times confirmed on Tuesday. Multiple Chinese media outlets - including China Youth Daily and Southern Metropolis Daily - also reported the removals.
Chinese man reportedly critically wounded in Milan shootout after assaulting guard, stealing handgun; Chinese Consulate General says situation aware, details under verification
A 30-year-old Chinese national identified as Liu Wenhan was reportedly critically injured after being shot by police during a gunfight in the Rogoredo district south of Milan, Italy on Sunday afternoon local time, after he allegedly attacked a security guard with a stick, seized the guard's handgun, and opened fire on responding special police units, according to local media reports.
No wind farms in China? One minute to see the truth
China has led the world in installed wind power capacity for 15 consecutive years. By the end of November 2025, China's total wind power capacity has expanded to 600 million kilowatts (kW), far exceeding that of any other nation.
Recently, the bougainvillea in the greenhouse of Jinan Quancheng Park has welcomed its bloom season. Interwoven in vibrant hues, the flowers form a spectacular cascade of color, creating a stunning sight in winter. Lush branches hang down from above, weaving a dreamy floral curtain that draws many citizens and tourists to visit and take photos.
Wu Fei: China’s growing voice at the top of international table tennis
Wu Fei, deputy chair of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Umpires and Referee Committee (URC), told the Global Times that the end of 2025 marked one of the most important moments in her professional career.