Tiangong Ultra, a humanoid robot from the Beijing Innovation Center of Human Robotics, competes in the Humanoid Robot Half Marathon in Beijing on Saturday along with its human navigators. The robot, which won the race, completed the run in 2 hours, 40 minutes and 42 seconds as the world's first humanoid robot to finish a half-marathon. Wang Jing/China Daily
Policy focus on consumption to drive growth
China's pro-consumption initiatives — a top priority of the country's policy agenda for this year — are expected to shore up consumer confidence and unleash the potential of domestic demand to stimulate economic growth, while hedging the impact of the United States' tariff hikes, said officials, economists and executives.
China-built seaplane gets type certificate
The AG600, China's domestically developed seaplane, received its type certificate on Sunday from the Civil Aviation Administration of China, clearing the way for its delivery.
Disabled woman finds joy though art
Liu Xiaoju, who stands under one meter tall with a round, cheerful face, has spent her life defying the odds.
Siberian cranes adapt to climate change
Editor's note: As protection of the planet's flora, fauna and resources becomes increasingly important, China Daily is publishing a series of stories to illustrate the country's commitment to safeguarding the natural world.
Ruto's visit a defining moment
Kenyan President William Ruto's five-day visit to China starting Tuesday marks a pivotal moment in Kenya's diplomatic and economic trajectory.
AI to lift industrial upgrade, growth
China's emphasis on bolstering the application of fast-evolving artificial intelligence technology in a wide range of sectors will advance industrial upgrades and inject fresh momentum into high-quality economic growth, while creating immense business opportunities for multinational corporations to invest in the country, said industry experts and company executives.
Chinese firms unfazed by tariff challenge
On April 8, the United States government announced a steep increase in "reciprocal tariffs" on imports from China — raising them to 84 percent — and followed the move with additional measures, pushing tariffs on Chinese goods as high as 245 percent.
Testing times for US as ill-judged tariff attack is only piling further misery on its woes
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's recent visit to China underscored the critical importance of the Chinese market for the United States' tech giant, with Huang emphasizing the company's commitment to continued collaboration with China despite the mounting challenges imposed by successive US administrations.
Better management of tensions advocated
Three months into Donald Trump's second term, his administration's aggressive pursuit of "America First" policies marked by protectionism, nationalism and unilateralism — has sent shock waves across the world. Nowhere is this more evident than in the South China Sea, where the already volatile situation faces new uncertainties.
Malaysia proving to be a hot tourist draw card
For culture enthusiasts, island lovers, luxury shoppers and families from China, touring Malaysia opens up many options, and more are to come.
