Tiny city, big impact: Arxan emerges as cross-cultural bridge

By Fan Wei, Jiang Bo, Wu Yong, Tian Liang Tucked away in the northwestern corner of Xing’an league in north China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Arxan ranks among China’s “tiniest city” by population – just 28,600 residents – yet exerts a disproportionate influence in tourism and cultural exchanges. Once a remote border town, Arxan has […]

Tiny city, big impact: Arxan emerges as cross-cultural bridge

By Fan Wei, Jiang Bo, Wu Yong, Tian Liang Tucked away in the northwestern corner of Xing’an league in north China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Arxan ranks among China’s “tiniest city” by population – just 28,600 residents – yet exerts a disproportionate influence in tourism and cultural exchanges. Once a remote border town, Arxan has […]

AIIB sets new model for international multilateral cooperation

By He Yin, People’s Daily The 10th Annual Meeting of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Board of Governors was held in Beijing from June 24 to 26. Over the past decade, the AIIB has navigated mounting global development challenges with a steadfast commitment to enhancing infrastructure connectivity, advancing open cooperation, and upholding multilateralism. Its […]

Steadiness and openness: China’s rising global appeal

By Liu Lingling, People’s Daily Recent surveys by international polling agencies such as Ipsos and Morning Consult reveal a steady rise in global favorability toward China. This shift is evidenced by three key developments: substantial increases in foreign tourists arrivals, broader international viewership of Chinese films and TV dramas, and growing global investor interest in […]

China’s services sector climbs up global value chain

By Luo Shanshan, Ding Qianqian China is emerging as a dynamic engine for global services trade growth, demonstrated by surging international interest in tourism and shopping alongside leadership in artificial intelligence and cloud computing.  In the first four months of 2025, China’s services exports reached nearly 1.13 trillion yuan ($157.73 billion), an increase of 14.6 […]

Working together for Belt and Road science and technology community

By He Yin, People’s Daily The Second Belt and Road Conference on Science and Technology Exchange recently held in Chengdu, southwest China’s Sichuan province, offers a timely response to the rise of unilateralism and protectionism that continues to challenge global development. The gathering reinvigorated international cooperation in scientific and technological innovation, reinforcing the foundation for […]

Multinationals continue to invest in China

By Luo Shanshan, Wang Pei, People’s Daily As global supply chains undergo a new round of restructuring, China is emerging as an increasingly attractive destination for foreign investment. A recent report from the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation under the Ministry of Commerce highlighted how the country’s comprehensive, multi-dimensional strategic advantages and […]

Gaokao opens the door wider for all

By Li Xinshu Amid China’s 2025 national college entrance examination, known as gaokao, scenes of quiet determination played out across the country. In Suzhou, east China’s Anhui province, Wang Ziwen, a student with osteogenesis imperfecta, also known as “brittle bone disease”, was gently assisted into the exam hall by staff. In Ziyang, southwest China’s Sichuan […]

Chinese robotic lawn mowers gain ground overseas

By Wang Junling In Lower Saxony, Germany, homeowner Hoffmann has a sizable lawn that needs frequent maintenance. When it came time to buy a robotic lawn mower, he did his research, comparing multiple brands before ultimately choosing China’s ECOVACS. “ECOVACS has already built a robust after-sales network in Germany, and its design suits European users’ […]

China’s ‘Blue Engine’ Powers Ahead

By Han Xin, Wang Zhe, Shi Yu, People’s Daily Vast, beautiful, and rich in resources, the ocean offers boundless opportunities. In 2024, China’s marine economy exceeded 10 trillion yuan ($1.39 trillion) for the first time, a 75.9% increase over the past decade. Fueled by expanding scale and robust momentum, the sector is experiencing rapid growth […]