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Xi urges youth to align personal goals with China’s development priorities

BEIJING: Xi Jinping has called on young people in China to align their personal ambitions with the country’s broader development goals, highlighting their role…

China deploys robot police to manage traffic during Labor Day holiday

HANGZHOU: Cities across China deployed robot police units during the Labor Day holiday to assist with traffic control and public services, highlighting the country’s…

China’s ‘little giants’ drive global growth through innovation and niche expertise

NANCHANG: China’s “little giant” enterprises—specialised small and medium-sized firms focused on innovation—are expanding their global footprint, with rising exports and strong growth across advanced…

China sees 55% jump in EV charging as holiday travel shifts electric

BEIJING: China recorded a 55.6% year-on-year surge in highway electric vehicle charging on the first day of the May Day holiday, as more drivers…

China turns to bamboo for eco-friendly development

ZHEJIANG: In the mist-covered bamboo mountains of eastern China, a quiet but significant environmental transformation is underway—one that may hold vital lessons for Pakistan…

Trump plans extended Hormuz blockade to tighten pressure on Iran, report says

WASHINGTON, April 29 — Donald Trump has directed aides to prepare for a prolonged US naval blockade targeting Iranian oil exports through the Strait…

Pakistan seeks Interpol action against Norwegian editor Rolf Wideroe in fraud case

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani authorities have sought international action against Norwegian journalist Rolf J. Wideroe, requesting issuance of a red notice in connection with a fraud…

Iran tightens grip on Strait of Hormuz after talks collapse

ISLAMABAD, Apr 23 — Iran has moved to assert control over the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of peace talks with the United…

Central Asian leaders gather in Astana for Regional Ecological Summit 2026

ASTANA, April 22, 2026 — Heads of state, policymakers and international organisations convened in Kazakhstan’s capital for the Regional Ecological Summit 2026, a high-level…

Saudi Arabia restricts Hajj access to permit holders, bans visit visas

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has barred all visit visa holders from performing Hajj, announcing that only individuals with official permits will be allowed to enter…

The Philippines cannot pursue contradictory paths

By Fan Fan, Amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East, the Philippines has emerged as one of the first nations to face tangible repercussions.…

China claims global auto sales lead from Japan, sets sights on quality

By Wang Hui, In a significant shift for the global automotive industry, Chinese automakers sold nearly 27 million vehicles worldwide in 2025, surpassing Japan’s…

From underdog to contender: China’s motorcycle breakthrough signals industrial advancement

By Cui Qi, At a recent round of the Superbike World Championship (WSBK) in Portugal, Chinese brand ZXMOTO, founded just two years ago by…

China’s Hainan Free Trade Port: a dynamic hub for growth, not a tax haven

By Wang Donghui, The implementation of independent customs operations across Hainan Island has significantly accelerated the development of China’s Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP).…

Any provocation seeking to meddle in Taiwan question will come at a cost

By Zhong Sheng, Recently, China, in accordance with its Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law, imposed countermeasures on Keiji Furuya, a member of Japan’s House of Representatives.…

Tiny tokens, big market: how AI usage is powering China’s smart economy

By Wang Yunshan, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now integrated into a vast array of practical applications, from searching information and writing code to refining…