By Chang Qin, Li Hongmei, People’s Daily Farmland constitutes the cornerstone of food security in China. With approximately 124 million hectares of arable land, including 124 million hectares designated as permanent basic farmland, the integrity of every watershed and stretch of soil directly impacts food security for over 1.4 billion people. As China advances its […]
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AI fuels growth in China’s booming pet economy
By Zhou Shuyun China’s pet care market continues its impressive expansion. According to a report on the Chinese pet industry, the number of pet dogs and cats in urban areas surpassed 126 million in 2025, propelling the overall market size to reach 312.6 billion yuan ($46.03 billion). A new wave of pet owners, primarily from […]
Digital smart tech preserves frozen goods in China’s Guangzhou
Jiang Xiaodan, People’s Daily At the break of dawn, refrigerated trucks loaded with frozen goods begin their orderly departure from a state-of-the-art cold-chain logistics park operated by Yuhu Cold Chain, a leader in China’s cold-chain food supply sector, located in Guangzhou, Guangdong province. Inside the massive, digitally controlled warehouses, automated forklifts glide silently through a […]
Traditional industries resurgent: emerging demand sparks new life
By Liu Wenxin, People’s Daily Once a niche concern primarily for industry professionals, tin — a fundamental non-ferrous metal — has surged to prominence. Its price has skyrocketed nearly 40 percent in just half a year, while smelters report robust production and strong sales. This revival stems from a critical new application: tin has become […]
Fujian-Ningxia cooperation across three decades transforms desert settlement into thriving community
By Zhu Lei, Xu Yuanfeng, Ye Qi, Qin Ruijie, People’s Daily In northwest China’s Ningxia Hui autonomous region lies a township called Minning. Its name combines the Chinese abbreviations for southeast China’s Fujian province — “Min” — and Ningxia — “Ning,” symbolizing a partnership that has spanned more than 4,000 kilometers and become one of […]
Livable Changzhou emerges as magnet for global investment, talent
By Han Shuo, People’s Daily Nestled at the heart of the Yangtze River Delta, Changzhou, east China’s Jiangsu province, is a city where rich cultural heritage meets modern vitality. Leveraging its comprehensive industrial ecosystem, high-quality business services, and inclusive urban environment, Changzhou has steadily expanded its opening up and become fertile ground for both living […]
Japan’s security document revisions signal accelerated military expansion
By Zhong Sheng, People’s Daily Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has approved draft revisions to the country’s three foundational security documents later this year. The draft is highly aggressive, calling for a substantial increase in defense spending, the complete removal of restrictions on arms exports, and a major expansion of offensive military capabilities. This […]
China’s vision helps drive progress in global governance
By He Yin, People’s Daily On June 17, China’s State Council Information Office released a white paper titled More Just and Equitable Global Governance: China’s Principles, Proposals and Actions. The document elaborates in depth on the historical context and significance of the Global Governance Initiative (GGI). It comprehensively reviews China’s engagement in and contribution to […]
Japan’s revived military-industrial complex poses growing threat to peace
By Zhong Sheng, People’s Daily Recent data disclosed by the Japanese government reveals a substantial increase in military procurement. Driven by its defense buildup policy, the Ministry of Defense’s procurement orders for machinery and equipment in fiscal 2025 reached nearly 2.69 trillion yen (about $168 billion), roughly three times the level of five years ago […]
Rising inbound tourism reflects more open, connected China
By Jin Shan A recent inbound tourism promotion event held along the Lijiang River in Guilin, south China’s Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, highlighted the significant trends reshaping China’s inbound travel sector. The event featured Jacky Chan, designated an inbound tourism ambassador by China’s leading online travel platform, Ctrip. He joined nearly 2,000 international travel professionals […]