China steps up support for commercialization of technological breakthroughs
China on Wednesday outlined guidelines to deepen the integration of technological and industrial innovation, calling for decisive breakthroughs in critical core technologies, faster commercialization of frontier technologies, a stronger role for enterprises in research and development (R&D), and greater support from long-term capital for hard technology.
China slams US' ban of DeepSeek from government systems, vows necessary measures to safeguard its legitimate rights
China on Tuesday expressed strong dissatisfaction with and firm opposition to US' ban of Chinese company DeepSeek from government systems, vowing to take all necessary measures to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests in response to any action that substantively harms China's interests, a spokesperson from China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) said.
Qingdao and Perm youth gather for a sailing cultural rendezvous
On October 22, the youth sailing cultural exchange event "Youth walks together, sails far away" between Qingdao and Perm was held. Crossing time zones, students from Qingdao University Bilingual Experimental School and Perm Secondary School No.2 met online. Linked by sailing and bridged by culture, they launched a dialogue on maritime civilizations spanning thousands of miles, writing a youthful chapter for the friendly exchanges between the two cities.
China's gross ocean product surpassed $1.65 trillion in 2025
China's gross ocean product exceeded 11 trillion yuan ($1.65 trillion) in 2025, with offshore wind power capacity leading the world and advances in marine technology further boosting the sector's international competitiveness, according to a report on China's marine economic development released on Thursday.
China to send delegation to COP31, vows to actively promote international climate negotiations
China will send a delegation to the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), which will be held in Antalya, Türkiye, from November 9 to 20, and will actively promote the international climate negotiations, an official from China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment said on Wednesday.
State media explains modular refueling pods' role in Y-20B dual tanker-transport capability
On Monday, a recently circulated image of the Y-20B large transport aircraft that shows refueling pods mounted under the wings while its cargo hold is open for loading. Military affairs experts in the report analyzed the Y-20B's dual transport-refueling configuration and what makes it so capable.
UN Security Council reform should address over-representation of developed countries: Chinese envoy
The ultimate goal of UN Security Council reform is to change the situation where developed countries are over-represented, a Chinese envoy said Thursday.
China-Pakistan drill features Type 08 IFV with roof cage, grilles
The ongoing China-Pakistan Karakoram 2026 joint army training exercise in Korla, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, has moved into its segmented drill phase, with mixed units completing a full reconnaissance, strike and clearance sequence.
Chinese expert calls Japan’s six reports on PLA activities over two days sensationalism aimed at justifying own military buildup
Japan's Defense Ministry issued six consecutive reports on Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) ship and aircraft movements on Monday and Tuesday, covering the 48th escort task group, a supply ship, electronic reconnaissance vessels and reconnaissance aircraft. A military expert said that, with the Liaoning carrier group training in the far seas and the large US-Japan "Keen Sword 27" exercise underway, the frequent disclosures amount to alarmism aimed at justifying Japan's military buildup.
The Campus Food Festival kicked off in high spirits at Chaoyang Middle School in Gaomi, Weifang City. Students turned into young vendors to show off their cooking skills, selling specialty snacks and Gaomi intangible cultural heritage handicrafts on site. Teachers and students can shop and take part in fun trades using exclusive "campus tokens". (Photo by Li Haitao)
China’s first fully AI-generated feature film to hit cinemas on Friday
China's first fully AI-generated feature film to receive a theatrical release permit is set to hit cinemas on Friday, a trial run for an industry wrestling with how to embrace new technology without losing moviegoers.