Visitors interact with a robot at the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services at Shougang Park in Beijing, on Saturday. The event, open to the public on Saturday and Sunday, offered free admission to visitors with reservation. ZOU HONG/CHINA DAILY
Fresh signals point to opportunities
Amid global trade headwinds, China has sent fresh signals that it will further expand high-standard opening-up and promote international cooperation to provide strong momentum for its own development and boost global economic growth.
China lauded for bolstering cultural links
International dignitaries and cultural experts hailed China's role in fostering dialogue and mutual learning among different civilizations at a forum in Chengdu, Sichuan province, calling for enhanced artistic discourse and intellectual exchange to lay the humanistic foundation for building a community with a shared future for humanity.
Pre-made dish debate heats up
A recent controversy has drawn widespread public attention to premade dishes in China, prompting calls for greater standardization and transparency in the industry. Central to the discussion are concerns over food safety and consumers' right to be fully informed.
China and Switzerland mark anniversary
China and Switzerland are commemorating 75 years of diplomatic relations this year through a series of high-level visits, business forums and strategic initiatives that highlight the enduring strength and resilience of their partnership. Despite the headwinds in global trade, officials and business leaders from both countries have emphasized the importance of deepening collaboration across trade, finance, innovation and education, while exploring new opportunities in sustainable development and high-tech industries.
New York Declaration needs to be translated into tangible results
China has consistently pointed out that without Middle East peace, the world will not be stable, and that the Palestinian question has always been at the heart of the Middle East turmoil. It is thus a positive development that the United Nations has set out an action-oriented pathway toward a peaceful settlement of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the realization of the "two-state solution", which is the only way to resolve the long-running conflict.
GGI a road map for solving global challenges
Editor's note: The Global Governance Initiative is another major initiative proposed by China. Improving global governance is necessary for the international community to address global challenges, and China will make joint efforts with other countries to explore ways to make global governance fairer and equitable, and promote peace and prosperity. Three experts share their views on the issue with China Daily.
UN faces challenging times as it turns 80
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations. While it has achieved breakthroughs in promoting peace, human rights and global development, the organization also faces unprecedented challenges. Experts and senior officials said that the international order it represents remains the broadest consensus of the global community and constitutes a precious source of stability under the current global landscape.
Huaihua weaves landscape into tapestry
Nestled in Central China's Hunan province, Huaihua stands as a hidden gem for global travelers, offering a captivating blend of breathtaking natural landscapes and a rich tapestry of cultural heritage, including ancient towns, historical sites and authentic ethnic traditions that echo with stories of centuries past.
Sino-Arabian ties focus on novel frontiers
As China and the Arab world strengthen economic ties in traditional industries, their collaboration's promise lies in the vast, untapped potential of emerging and high-tech domains, from green energy to artificial intelligence, analysts and industry executives said.
Ongoing diagnosis key to China's growth trajectory
Premier Li Qiang stressed the importance of efforts to consolidate and expand the momentum of China's economic recovery and positive development trajectory and accomplish the country's annual economic and social development goals while chairing the ninth plenary meeting of the State Council, China's Cabinet, in August.
Chinese automakers drive European push at Munich
Chinese automotive companies showcased their latest products and technologies at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, and announced localization strategies, signaling their determination to strengthen presence in Europe despite challenges such as rising tariffs.
Designing a better village community
In a quiet village nestled at the foot of the Inner Mongolia autonomous region's Daqing Mountain, an unassuming single-story building has quietly transformed community life — and recently captured the world's attention.
Rising from the ashes
As dancer-choreographer Xie Xin walks through the doors of her newly reopened dance studio Xiexin Dance Theatre in Shanghai, the quiet hum of the space seems to echo her thoughts. Sunlight filters through tall windows, washing over 2,000 square meters of freshly painted space.
Gunners blast three past Postecoglou's Forest
LONDON — Arsenal ensured former Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou endured a miserable return to English soccer with a 3-0 victory over his new club Nottingham Forest on Saturday, while a late Brentford goal denied Chelsea top spot in the table.
