A driverless minibus runs on the streets of Barcelona in Spain on Wednesday. The Renault Group and Chinese autonomous driving technology firm WeRide launched for the first time an open-road experiment in Europe from Monday through Friday, with two autonomous electric minibuses offering a free 2.2-kilometer open road loop in downtown Barcelona.David Zorrakino/Europa Press/Getty Images
Revised law better protects cultural relics
Following years of thorough and systematic amendments, the newly revised Law on Protection of Cultural Relics took effect on March 1, signifying a new era of legal governance in the protection of China's cultural heritage.
Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul engage in close exchanges
As the resumption of the leaders' meeting among China, Japan and South Korea last year has created momentum for renewed exchanges, Secretary-General of the Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat Lee Hee-sup said that more high-level interactions are underway, with a foreign ministers' meeting expected to take place in the near future.
Unions call for better protection of female jobseekers, employees
Several provincial trade unions in China have called for fairer treatment of female jobseekers and employees to better protect women's labor rights, promote gender equality and foster more harmonious workplace relationships.
US tariffs to impact international trade
Participants in a discussion on the effect of US tariffs on China and other countries said it could have a lasting impact on the US economy, trade with key partners, including Canada, Mexico and Europe, and international relations.
FREEZING POINT
On a boat, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and icebergs in shades of blue, Qooqu Berthelsen points to the breaking sea ice as a worrisome sign.
Economic transformation initiative sees Shanxi flourish
Since the beginning of this year, the North China province of Shanxi has demonstrated strong development momentum, in terms of advancements in economic transformation and industrial upgrades; infrastructure construction; market resilience and opening-up to the outside world.
Reforms help facilitate more M&A activity
China's stepped-up reforms to encourage mergers and acquisitions will provide strong support for industrial upgrading despite external challenges, while further efforts can be made to enhance the campaign, said a political adviser and veteran investor.
Toxic tariff policy heralds US recession and greater uncertainty for world trade
It is Washington's firm belief that the United States only stands to win in the tariff war it is waging against the rest of the world. That has made it addicted to weaponizing tariffs in a bid to "make America great again".
Critical choice
Editor's note: The world has undergone many changes and shocks in recent years. Enhanced dialogue between scholars from China and overseas is needed to build mutual understanding on many problems the world faces. For this purpose, the China Watch Institute of China Daily and the National Institute for Global Strategy, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, jointly present this special column: The Global Strategic Dialogue, in which experts from China and abroad will offer insightful views, analysis and fresh perspectives on long-term strategic issues of global importance.
The personalities of puppets
On a bright afternoon in Beijing, stepping into a traditional courtyard just east of the Forbidden City feels like entering another world. Beyond the weathered rock garden, a mesmerizing interplay of light and movement unfolds, blending centuries-old artistry with modern innovation.
A celebration of culture in full bloom
As spring approaches, Shanghai is poised to be adorned with an array of flowers, captivating visitors worldwide with its unique charm. A series of events will offer a front-row seat to the splendor of the season.
Breathing new life into brushwork
In a quiet corner of Qianzhou ancient town, nestled in the mountains of Hunan province, 61-year-old Liang Desong often sits at his wooden desk for up to 10 hours a day.
