Over the weekend, Hon. Peter A. Akpanke emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election for the Bekwarra/Obudu/Obanliku Federal Constituency in Cross River State after securing an overwhelming majority of votes cast across the three local government areas. The primary election, monitored by party officials and stakeholders, recorded a total […]
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From cargo carriers to power banks: China’s containers energize new industries
By Wang Weijian, Cheng Yuanzhou, Dou Hao, People’s Daily China has long been the backbone of the global container industry. In 2024, the country produced more than 8.1 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), up 268.2 percent year on year, accounting for 96 percent of global output. Today, these steel structures transcend their traditional role as […]
AI and structural upgrades forge a more robust Chinese steel industry
By Wang Yunshan, People’s Daily China’s steel industry is accelerating its transformation through structural upgrades and the deep integration of artificial intelligence (AI), strengthening its capacity to supply high-end materials for advanced manufacturing. At Shougang Zhixin Qian’an Electromagnetic Material’s production line, robotic arms handle coils of high-performance electrical steel with precision. Among these is an […]
Beyond ‘menu or table’: how middle powers fuel global multipolarity
By Huan Yuping, People’s Daily Recently, leaders of the five Nordic countries and Canada issued a joint statement, announcing plans to advance shared principles and interests through regularized, multi-level meeting. International observers view this as an emerging “middle power” alliance to reduce dependence on the United States. “If we are not at the table, we […]
Parcel volume growth signals China’s economic vitality
By Han Xin, People’s Daily China’s express delivery sector handled a total of 47.73 billion parcels in the first quarter of 2026, up 5.8 percent year on year. According to statistics released by China’s State Post Bureau on April 22. As a key link connecting production and consumption, the express delivery industry is often regarded […]
Why Chinese is emerging as a ‘language of the future’
By Zou Song, People’s Daily April 20 marked United Nations Chinese Language Day. At the University of Venda in South Africa, the Green Technology Confucius Institute — the world’s only Confucius Institute themed on green technology — offers a vivid glimpse into the growing appeal of the Chinese language. “Can learning Chinese help us take […]
China’s commercial space sector: advancing from tech verification to commercial scale
By Liu Shiyao, People’s Daily China’s commercial space sector is accelerating its transition from technology verification to large-scale commercial operations, driven by both policy support and growing market demand. This shift supports the nation’s strategy to establish a sustainable space economy. This year has already seen a series of major milestones: the triumphant maiden launch […]
Hon. Jaafaru Yakubu Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to One-China Principle
Hon. Jaafaru Yakubu, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on China–Nigeria Parliamentary Relations, has restated Nigeria’s unwavering adherence to the One-China Principle, cautioning politicians against actions that could undermine the country’s diplomatic position on Taiwan. Yakubu stressed that Nigeria’s stance on the Taiwan question is “clear, consistent, and firmly rooted in international law, diplomatic […]
Centre, CSOs Decry Use of Substandard Building Materials, Building Collapse
Center for Peace, Transparency and Accountability (CPTA) and coalition of over 50 civil society organizations have raised concerns over growing activities of unqualified contractors, the circulation of substandard building materials, corruption in procurement processes, and the disregard for approved construction standards. According to the coalition, the practices have continued to weaken public safety and reduce […]
China’s zero-tariff policy opens new opportunities for Africa’s development
By Michael Oduro A significant announcement recently captured attention across African social media: China has granted zero-tariff treatment to all 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic relations. This move comes at a critical time, as global protectionism rises and the international trade environment faces unprecedented challenges. China’s move has created a significant opportunity […]