Participants dance in Beijing on Wednesday at a themed concert that aimed to enhance China-US youth friendship. During the event, Chinese and US youths jointly reviewed the history of friendly exchanges between the two countries, shared stories of cooperation, performed traditional dances, and experienced Chinese intangible cultural heritage.Jiang Qiming/China News Service
Chinese tech to light up homes in South Africa
In the vast, semiarid region near Postmasburg, in South Africa's Northern Cape Province, construction of one of the country's biggest renewable energy power plants is nearing completion.
Master craftsman dedicates life to revitalizing skill
Shen Guoxing is the sixth generation of Shanghai jewelry company Lao Feng Xiang to carry on its gold-and silver-processing craft, and has spent more than half his life revitalizing the special skill.
EU urged to rectify protectionist practices
China, in response to the European Union's decision to impose additional tariffs on Chinese-made battery electric vehicles, will take all necessary actions to safeguard the legitimate rights of Chinese companies, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday, which has led analysts to say retaliatory measures are possible.
Diversion project solves water woes
Beijing had received 10 billion cubic meters of water from the middle route of China's massive South-to-North Water Diversion Project by Wednesday, with the project now supplying more than 70 percent of water in the capital's urban area.
POSTCARDS FROM A PICTURESQUE COAST
Editor's note: This year, the People's Republic of China will celebrate its 75th anniversary, marking a crucial year for achieving the goals and tasks outlined in the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25). China Daily is publishing a visual series focusing on the high-quality development of various fields, capturing the process of Chinese-style modernization through photographic images. This week, we are highlighting a coastal greenway built in Rizhao, Shandong province.
Sanctions show US stubbornly clinging to the reins of its high horse of war
Sanctions have never been instrumental in resolving an international conflict. And the sanctions regime imposed by the United States against Russia has only fanned the flames of the conflict in Ukraine and worsened the plight of the Ukrainian people.
The reality behind tariffs on Chinese EVs
While in the midst of writing Inspiring Greater Bay Area, a book dedicated to introducing the transformative vision reshaping southern China and beyond, I stumbled upon news on the European Union's imposition of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EV). It would apply additional duties of up to 38.1 percent on imported Chinese electric vehicles from next month, potentially instigating a trade war with China.
EU tariffs on Chinese EVs trigger backlash
BERLIN/BRUSSELS — The European Commission revealed on Wednesday a list of protectionist duties it would levy on imports of battery electric vehicles from China, sparking opposition and concerns from governments and businesses across Europe.
Nations firm up ties ahead of anniversary
China and Italy are reaffirming their commitment to strategic partnership by focusing on economic, technological and cultural cooperation. This year marks a milestone as the two nations celebrate two decades of robust diplomatic relations.
Housing oversupply remedy on agenda
China has launched the implementation of a recently announced policy to address surplus housing inventories, which analysts said is likely to significantly expand in size as a potent tool to stabilize the ailing residential property sector.
Turbine makers riding favorable winds
Chinese wind turbine manufacturers have been accelerating their global expansion in recent years, exhibiting their prowess at home and abroad, driven by technological advances and large-scale investment, said industry experts and company executives.
Scientist equates hard work with gaming
During high school, Yan Nieng envisioned a career in journalism. Even today, she jokes on her Weibo account that writing short tweets undermines her dream of becoming a literary giant.
Traditional Chinese garment makes stylish comeback
The mamianqun, translated as the "horse-face skirt", is a type of traditional clothing that is making a comeback as the latest fashion trend, gaining increasing popularity among younger Chinese generations, according to those in the know.
New generation attempts to find its Flo
For generations of sprinters in the women's 100 meters, 10.49 seconds is the world record they've been chasing since 1988.
