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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Tianzhou missions: a decade of space innovation in China
By Liu Shiyao, Shi Lei, People’s Daily Before dawn on May 11, a Long March-7 carrier rocket launched from China’s Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in Hainan, successfully sending the Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft into its preset orbit. The Tianzhou series serves as a vital supply carrier for China’s space station. Since the maiden flight of Tianzhou-1 […]
Positioning Chinese large models as a foundation for global innovation
By Yang Zhilin Terms like “AI agent” and “token” are becoming commonplace, reflecting how once-niche open-source AI projects are now spawning entirely new business models and market opportunities. Amid this wave of technological transformation, China’s homegrown large models are advancing rapidly and finding broader real-world applications, injecting fresh momentum into the intelligent economy while increasingly […]
Who is poisoning Japanese society on online platforms?
By Wu Xian Recently, a Japanese student learned about the historical facts of the Nanjing Massacre at an international school and later expressed feelings of remorse at home. Instead of encouraging reflection, the student’s father reacted with fury. He posted on social media calling for a “boycott of international education” and attempted to mislead his […]
Is Japan preparing for “protracted warfare” and repeating its historical mistakes?
By Ding Duo On May 6, Japan fired Type 88 in the joint military exercise “Balikatan” between the U.S. and the Philippines, the first time Japan launched offensive missiles overseas after World War II. More troubling still, the Japanese government took advantage of the joint drill as cover to formally revise its “three principles on […]
‘Vegetable bus’ offers glimpse into China’s people-centered governance
By Li Anqi, People’s Daily A video captured by American social media influencer Jackson Hinkle in southwest China’s Guizhou province has sparked considerable interest overseas. It showcases an ordinary yet revealing scene: Guiyang city’s pre-dawn “Vegetable Bus” — Route No. 252. This specialized bus service helps local farmers transport their fresh produce into the city […]
China-U.S. relations cannot return to past, but can move toward better future
By Guo Jiping At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, U.S. President Donald Trump will pay a state visit to China from May 13 to 15. After many twists and turns, China-U.S. relations have arrived at a new historical juncture. The year 2026 carries special significance for both countries. China is embarking on its […]
Young innovators drive China’s carbon fiber breakthrough in northeast
By Liu Yiqing, People’s Daily Inside the production workshops of Jilin Carbon Valley Carbon Fiber Co., Ltd. (Carbon Valley), a subsidiary of Jilin Chemical Fiber Group (JLFiber) in northeast China’s Jilin province, silver strands of carbon fiber precursor raced through roaring production lines. Through processes including pre-washing, humidification, oxidation, low-temperature carbonization, and winding, the material […]