Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, attends a welcoming ceremony hosted by Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni on his arrival in Phnom Penh on Thursday for a state visit. Cambodia is the last stop in Xi's three-nation tour to Southeast Asia. FENG YONGBIN/CHINA DAILY
Xi: Carry forward ironclad friendship
President Xi Jinping called on China and Cambodia to carry forward their ironclad friendship and work together to build an all-weather China-Cambodia community with a shared future for the new era to deliver more benefits to the two countries and their peoples.
Xi aims to bolster 'ironclad' ties with Cambodia
In February 2023, Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted then-Cambodian prime minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing, an appointment between the two old friends.
Strengthening China-Cambodia cooperation burnishes ironclad ties to a brighter sheen
China has friendly relations with many countries but only a few of them are described as "ironclad". Having withstood the harsh tests of international changes over the decades, relations between China and Cambodia have proved they are well-deserving of that designation.
Sustaining the Bandung Spirit
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.
CARVING FRIENDSHIP: SIEM REAP GAINS WITH DATONG
Editor's note: Amity between the people holds the key to sound state-to-state relations. China Daily will come out with a series of stories highlighting Chinese cities' special connections with sister cities, mutual understanding, trust and friendship between peoples of different countries and cultural backgrounds, and shining light on "city diplomacy".
GLOOM ON DISPLAY
The World Expo 2025 opened in Osaka on Sunday to celebrate the start of the six-month event which will run from April 13 to Oct 13.
US-China e-commerce ties face tariff hurdles
As the United States ramps up tariff pressure on Chinese imports, industry leaders and trade experts are warning of rising inflation, supply chain disruptions and challenges for the thriving cross-border e-commerce sector that has connected consumers worldwide with China's manufacturing strength.
China pushing strongly for globalization drive
As the United States "walks away from its responsibility as a major power to advance open global trade" by engaging in a tariff war, China is doubling down on its efforts to boost globalization and free trade by reinforcing partnerships with key economies around the world, said a senior economist.
Great support for Wall in Gansu
In the rugged mountains of the Tianzhu Tibetan autonomous county in Gansu province, where the Great Wall snakes across the peaks, 68-year-old Wang Xilin has spent more than three decades on patrol, helping ensure the architectural wonder's preservation for future generations.
Musicals tap into a surge in demand
A series of musicals and plays will make their China debut in Shanghai, solidifying the city's significance in the live entertainment sector, according to an announcement by Shanghai Culture Square.
In praise of low profiles
With a mix of curiosity and excitement, Samar Keekeni let out a small squeal as she slipped a carrot into the wide, eager mouth of a giant milu deer.
