China prioritizes full-chain semiconductor push in new five-year plan to build resilient base for AI development
Chinese authorities released the next five-year plan for electronic information manufacturing on Tuesday, placing "full-chain breakthroughs in integrated circuits" as the top priority for building foundational industrial strength. Analysts said that the move signals a strategic shift from piecemeal fixes to a systemic, structural reconstruction of the nation's semiconductor sector, which serves as the "heart" of next-generation industries such as artificial intelligence (AI), telecommunications, aerospace and smart devices.
‘Robots building robots’: World’s 1st 10,000-unit-scale industrial humanoid robot smart factory starts production
The world's first intelligent manufacturing facility for humanoid robots designed for 10,000-unit capacity has begun operating in Liuzhou, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, UBTECH Robotics, China's humanoid robot developer, announced on Sunday, noting that the factory can roll out one industrial humanoid robot every 10 minutes.
Global investors' confidence in China: Voices from CIFIT 2026
The 26th China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT) opened Tuesday in China's Xiamen, attracting delegations from 129 countries and regions. Many foreign investors highlighted the opportunities CIFIT offers for businesses to invest and expand, and underscored the value of the Chinese market.
720,000 candidates to take Shandong's summer college entrance exam
Shandong held a press conference on college entrance examinations on June 3. In 2026, the province registered 1.034 million Gaokao applicants, including 761,000 for the summer Gaokao; among them, 720,000 will sit the exam from June 7 to 10 across 150 exam districts, 410 test centers and 24,380 exam classrooms. Candidates can download admission tickets online starting June 1. Only valid ID cards or photo-bearing temporary ID documents are accepted for entry, while digital IDs are not valid for exam admission.
Zhuque-2E rocket launches 10 satellites into space, as China’s private rocket completes 1st large-scale satellite internet constellation deployment
China on Tuesday successfully launched a Zhuque-2E Y7 carrier rocket from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone in Northwest China, sending 10 Qianfan Constellation satellites into preset orbits. This marks the first time a Chinese private rocket has been tasked with the deployment of a large-scale satellite internet constellation, underscoring the significant role of private space companies in the development of national-level space infrastructure.
China informs foreign embassies of DNA collection procedures: FM on rescue efforts following mudslide in Xizang region
When asked about the search and rescue efforts for foreign nationals missing in the mudslide in Xizang region, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday that China has informed the relevant foreign embassies in China of the procedures for collecting DNA samples from the families of the missing individuals. If the remains of foreign victims are found and their identities confirmed, the relevant embassies will be promptly notified of the arrangements for handling the aftermath. Xizang region has also set up a hotline for the families of missing foreign nationals to provide timely assistance, the spokesperson added.
China never pulls up the ladder for others' development, it builds up ladders instead: FM
China never pulls up the ladder from any country. Rather, China has long been building up ladders so that countries could reach higher together, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday, responding to recent comments claiming China only cares for its own development while "pulling up the ladder" for the development of other Global South countries.
Anthropic CEO's China-targeted AI curbs driven by commercial interests, slammed as 'hostile' and 'groundless'
US AI company Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei claimed in an article published on Saturday, US time, that "Chinese lead in AI would pose grave danger for the US and the world" while calling for a series of measures to restrict China's development in the booming field. His remarks have quickly drawn questions from some Western media over his intentions and sparked criticism in China, with an expert slamming such rhetoric as "inappropriate," "hostile," and "groundless."
China-Laos ‘Peace Train-2026’ joint exercise kicks off, focusing on typhoon medical rescue
The China-Laos "Peace Train-2026" joint humanitarian medical rescue exercise kicked off on Monday morning in Vientiane, the Lao capital on Monday. This marks the sixth edition of joint exercise series between the two militaries since 2017.
International journalists witness Gyirong mudslide rescue, salute workers
Mud and landslides continue to hinder rescue efforts after a devastating mudslide struck Gyirong Port in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Aug. 26.
Vineyards in Shangma Subdistrict, Chengyang District, Qingdao, are entering harvest time. Plump grapes of various varieties glow appealingly across the orchards, presenting a rewarding harvest scene. In recent years, the local government has taken advantage of natural resources to grow its characteristic "sweet economy" and explore new models integrating agriculture, culture and tourism, helping villagers earn more income right at their doorstep.