By Wan Xiubin, Zhang Tengyang, People’s Daily Digital technologies are increasingly embedded across Xiong’an New Area, north China’s Hebei province. From autonomous delivery vehicles navigating city streets, to sensors monitoring underground utility corridors, and to massive data processing at the Xiong’an Urban Computing Center, the city is advancing a coordinated program of digital infrastructure, innovation […]
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A new industry of empathy: inside China’s companionship economy
By Cui Yan, People’s Daily Facing mobility challenges recently, I booked a companion service for a hospital visit. The assistant waited patiently, reminded me of my appointment, and efficiently managed the entire process. He clearly explained reimbursement procedures and knew exactly which self-service machines on each floor had shorter lines. This level of professional support […]
Building a national tennis brands: ‘China Season’ bundles tickets with destination experiences
By Li Shuo, People’s Daily Every September and October, a seven-week slate of professional tennis tournaments across China has come to be known as the “China Season.” This year, the Tennis Administration Center of China’s General Administration of Sport unveiled a dedicated “China Season” logo, marking a new step in the internationalization of Chinese tennis. […]
The rise of ‘smart tourism’ in China reflects evolving travel preferences
By Wang Ke, People’s Daily This summer, China’s cultural and tourism market has seen continued growth, with large crowds visiting attractions across the country. Beneath the surface of this activity, however, a quiet transformation is underway: travel behaviors and mindsets are changing. Spontaneous, last-minute trips are increasingly giving way to meticulously planned itineraries. The trend […]
China accelerates internalization of its standards
By Kong Dechen Amid the mountains of Indonesia’s Java Island, a sleek silver-and-red bullet train glides along the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway. Once a three-hour journey, the trip now takes as little as 40 minutes, a change locals notice daily. As the first high-speed railway in Indonesia and Southeast Asia, the Jakarta-Bandung line is a flagship […]
CAEXPO ushers in a new chapter of China-ASEAN cooperation
By Wang Donghui, Zhang Yunhe, People’s Daily The 22nd China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) has marked a significant milestone in advancing China-ASEAN relations, with high-tech collaboration emerging as a new driver of regional integration and economic growth. The event showcased breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI), fostered innovation and entrepreneurship, and reinforced the expo’s role as a strategic […]
Why is China targeting asteroids?
By Wu WeirenThe solar system is home not only to the eight major planets but also to an immense number ofsmaller celestial bodies – asteroids and comets – varying in size, shape, and orbital characteristics.Among them, asteroids are defined as solar-orbiting objects smaller than planets and dwarfplanets, typically inactive in releasing gas or dust. These […]
China embraces two-wheel mobility as a green urban transportation solution
By Han Xin, People’s Daily China’s urban transport landscape is increasingly characterized by “two-wheel mobility” – primarily bicycles and electric scooters – which has become a vital component of sustainable urban development. According to the China Bicycle Association, China’s bicycle ownership has topped 200 million, with an additional 380 million electric-powered two-wheelers in use. Chinese […]
Working together for enduring peace, stability
By He Yin, People’s Daily A stable international order is the cornerstone of global peace and development. At the recently concluded 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum, representatives from more than 100 countries, regions, and international organizations, along with experts, scholars, and observers, convened under the theme “Upholding International Order and Promoting Peaceful Development.” The forum addressed […]
Shanghai expands supportive environment for global talent
By Cao Lingjuan, People’s Daily Shanghai continues to make steady strides in building a more open, convenient, and supportive environment for international professionals, ensuring that individuals from around the world can work, live, and pursue opportunities in the city with ease. In September 2025, Anna, a 29-year-old Russian national working at a catering enterprise on […]