Integration in motion: GBA shines at China’s 15th National Games

People’s Daily Reporters China’s 15th National Games transcends being merely a grand sporting spectacle; it serves as a dynamic platform showcasing the deepening integration within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). During the Games’ opening ceremony, the symbolic flowers representing the three regions – Guangdong’s kapok, Hong Kong’s bauhinia and Macao’s lotus – converged […]

Rural cultural, sports activities are gaining momentum across China

By Chang Qin, People’s Daily A nationwide surge in rural cultural and sports activities is reshaping China’s countryside, offering new insight into the country’s path toward modernization. Events such as the Village Basketball League and Village Super League in southwest China’s Guizhou province have drawn passionate crowds, while in Zhejiang, farmers take center stage at […]

Zhejiang drives economic prosperity through flourishing cultural development

By Liu Junguo, People’s Daily In recent months, the M511 complex, or M511 Light and Shadow Hui Commercial Center in Hangzhou, east China’s Zhejiang province, drew a number of visitors from across the country. Located on Hangzhou’s Xixi Road, this M-shaped building leverages cutting-edge light and shadow technology to create a “micro park” of immersive […]

Why China’s five-year plans capture global attention

By Li Hongxing, People’s Daily Malaysia is currently in its durian harvest season. Remarkably, durians picked in Malaysian orchards can reach markets in China within as little as 36 hours. This accelerated timeline is made possible by advancements across the supply chain – from quarantine and customs clearance to institutional innovation. Upgraded China-Malaysia trade cooperation […]

Accessibility supervisor: Making barrier-free environment benefit more people

By Shi Fang, People’s Daily Just after 7 a.m., Xu Yanchun attached a powered front wheel to her wheelchair and began her commute across Beijing.  Her day included delivering accessibility training to over 100 supervisors in Fengtai District before providing guided interpretation for international visitors at the National Barrier-Free Environment Exhibition Hall. After travelling more […]

Three perspectives on five years of change in China’s foreign exchange market 

By Qiu Haifeng As an important indicator reflecting the vitality of China’s external economy, cross-border capital flows have demonstrated consistent growth over the past five years. In 2024, China’s total cross-border receipts and payments reached $14 trillion, marking a 64 percent increase from 2020. In the first three quarters of this year alone, the total […]

CIIE fuels success of Spain’s “City of Ham”

By Yan Huan, Xu Hailin, People’s Daily Since its debut at the inaugural China International Import Expo (CIIE) in 2018, Spain’s Iberian ham has been staple attraction at the annual event. Its complex aroma and savory depth have consistently drawn crowds, establishing it as one of the Expo’s star products Thanks to the CIIE platform, […]

Spotlight on the “firsts” of 8th CIIE

By Wu Yan, Huang Xiaohui, Cui Yin, People’s Daily On Nov. 5, the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) opened at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). Since its inaugural session in 2018 – establishing itself as the world’s first national-level import-themed expo – the CIIE has consistently upheld its core principles of openness […]

BAVCCA backs IGP Egbetokun’s warning against misinformation, seeks drastic measures

The Bloggers and Vloggers, Content Creators Association of Nigeria (BAVCCA) has backed the Stance of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, following his warning on the devastating impact of misinformation in the country. The development was made known in a statement jointly signed by BAVCCA’s National President and Secretary, Ikechukwu Chukwunyere and Tabuko Kennedy […]

Civil Society Groups Urge Tinubu To Protect Local Industries From External Manipulation

Nigerian Coalition of Civil Society Organisations, NCCSO, has faulted the directive of the federal government’s deferment of the 15% import duty on premium motor spirit (PMS) and diesel to the first quarter of 2026 describing it as strategic move to strangulate local refineries and also victory for foreign fuel importers and their local collaborators. NCCSO […]