China’s 6G vision forges an era of universal intelligence

By Liu Guangyi As 2025 dawns, the global telecommunications industry marks a pivotal moment: the commencement of the ” 6G standardization era.” International standards bodies are expected to crystallize by 2029, with initial commercial trials slated for deployment around 2030. While 5G already delivers impressive capabilities: ultra-high speeds, minimal latency, and massive connectivity, 6G promises […]

Resurrecting ancient art: Digital technology reawakens murals of Kizil Caves in Xinjiang

By Li Yanan, Dong Yingxue, People’s Daily Within the Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves in Baicheng county, Aksu prefecture of Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, visitors are greeted by a refreshing coolness – a welcome respite from the arid expanse of northwest China. Here, among the country’s earliest large-scale grotto groups, cave walls shimmer with rows of jewel-toned […]

China’s port economy powers ahead with strong momentum

By Han Xin, People’s Daily Along the Bohai Sea coast, Tianjin Port stands as a dynamic hub where the value of port-driven development continues to expand. Within the port, towering gantry cranes and docked vessels form a bustling scene. Smart control systems work in tandem with AI-powered transport robots to keep operations running smoothly, handling […]

China’s port economy powers ahead with strong momentum

By Han Xin, People’s Daily Along the Bohai Sea coast, Tianjin Port stands as a dynamic hub where the value of port-driven development continues to expand. Within the port, towering gantry cranes and docked vessels form a bustling scene. Smart control systems work in tandem with AI-powered transport robots to keep operations running smoothly, handling […]

AI unlocks new frontiers for retail in China

By Lin Lili, People’s Daily China’s retail sector is embracing AI through diverse innovations. In stores equipped with AI-enabled interactive shelves, picking up a product triggers a digital display that introduces its features and functions. In restaurants, AI-powered inspection tools automatically detect whether kitchen staff have washed their hands and monitor inventory in real time. […]

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 […]