Vice-Premier Liu He and United States President Donald Trump shake hands after signing the China-US phase-one trade deal at the White House on Wednesday.Wang Ying/xinhua
Trade pact 'good for China, US, world'
The signing of the China-US phase-one trade pact, which has both economic and political significance, will bolster the world economy, while the top priority is ensuring its efficient implementation, officials and analysts said.
Freelance photographer sees ray of light in the gloom
After hearing that an area in Jiangsu province had been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July, 57-year-old Li Dongming couldn't sleep until the small hours.
China, Vietnam leaders share greetings in call
China and Vietnam should continue to build mutual political trust, maintain their traditional friendship and resolve their differences properly, President Xi Jinping said on Thursday.
Strict governance of Party to be maintained
Attendees of a key meeting of the Party's top disciplinary agency agreed that strict governance of the Party plays an important role in ensuring the building of a more prosperous society and the success of the fight against poverty.
Shanxi residents relishing clean-energy improvements
While showing his photography works of local scenery, amateur photographer Zhu Mingyuan from Xiaoyi, Shanxi province relished in the atmosphere.
Phase one deal is a winner for China, US and the world
Hosting a high-profile giving of thanks to both the Chinese negotiators and his own team involved in the tougherthan-expected negotiations that led to the signing of the long-awaited phase one trade deal, the US president, while seeking to gain some credit for his administration also highlighted how important the deal is.
Phase one deal brings a sigh of relief
Editor's Note: China and the United States signed the phase one deal in Washington on Wednesday after one and half years of trade talks. The deal is expected to inject confidence into both economies, as well as the global economy. Two experts share their views on the issue with China Daily's Liu Jianna. Excerpts follow:
New accord gives hope to US ports
Officials at US West Coast ports, some of which have experienced significant cargo losses, were cautiously optimistic as China and the United States on Wednesday signed the first part of a hard-fought trade deal.
PBOC to focus on growth and yuan stability
Maintaining currency stability and strengthening economic growth will be key objectives of the monetary policy this year, as flexible measures from the People's Bank of China, the central bank, will help maintain ample liquidity in the financial system, officials said on Thursday.
Phase one deal benefits China, US and world
The whole world should breathe a sigh of relief at the news that China and the United States have signed a phase one trade deal. Even though the deal is not comprehensive and many issues are still to be resolved, any step showing goodwill and amity between China and the US is important for shaping the rest of the 21st century for the better.
The Hunting Month
The last month of the lunar calendar used to be called the Hunting Month, or La Yue, in more rustic times. That was when traps were set in the wild to catch pheasants, rabbits, deer and wild boar in preparation for the rounds of feasting during Spring Festival, just a week away from now.
High-tech boost for light show
While the annual lantern show at Yu Garden, a historical tourist site in downtown Shanghai, has been held since 1995 to usher in Spring Festival, this will be the first year that the venue is leveraging artificial intelligence for the event.
Phil still feels he belongs with the best
Phil Mickelson says despite his fast-approaching 50th birthday he's determined to stay on the PGA Tour while he can "bomb" golf balls and yearns for a Ryder Cup berth.
