Xiconomics in Practice: Xi puts new quality productive forces at front and center in China’s economic agenda

Editor's Note: Since 2012, China has witnessed an extraordinary economic transition, with historic achievements in all aspects of the economy from its size to quality. Such an unparalleled feat does not just happen, especially during a tumultuous period in the global geo-economic landscape and a tough phase in China's economic transformation and upgrading process. It […]

Hometown witness: Big agricultural province's road to a future fueled by high tech, new energy

Editor's Note: The world recently celebrated a splendid Chinese New Year, welcoming the Year of the Dragon. During the holidays, Global Times reporters returned to their hometowns where they were reacquainted with old traditions and introduced to new post-pandemic experiences. To share their experience, we have launched the "Hometown Diary" series. Spanning from north to […]

Story of a Chinese deminer in Cambodia shows solidarity, love

In the heart of Cambodia, a nation scarred by the remnants of war, Liu Wenzhi, a retired military veteran turned demining specialist, has embarked on a dangerous, yet fulfilling mission of landmine elimination. For the veteran demining specialist, once in Cambodia, Liu found himself immersed in a landscape where landmines posed a constant threat to […]

Aviation engine is the heart of aviation industry: aviation power expert

"The trotting horse lamp happens to be the initial prototype for the jet engine!" At a New Year's Eve event hosted by the Beijing Association for Science and Technology (BAST), Liu Daxiang, renowned Chinese aviation power expert, academician at the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and professor at the Beihang University, dismantled the carousel lantern while […]

COP28 anticipated to bring a deal that will make a real difference

International delegates are gathering in Dubai to find a deal that will make a real difference in tackling the planet's climate issues at the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Anticipation is high for COP28, with over 70,000 delegates, including representatives from […]

Tibetan art a direct window for outside world to feel, understand and accept the real Xizang

Hidden amid the bustling streets of Lhasa, behind famous landmarks such as the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street, is a cultural and artistic space that has been transformed from Xizang's first ancient architectural preservation. As the only 3D altar city ancient architectural structure in Lhasa, the Jebum-Gang Art Center embodies the essence of […]

GT investigates: Dispelling misconceptions about current state of the Chinese economy

"Cognitive Warfare" has become a new form of confrontation between states, and a new security threat. With new technological means, it sets agendas and spreads disinformation so as to change people's perceptions and thus alter their self-identity. Launching cognitive warfare against China is an important means for Western anti-China forces to attack and discredit the […]

Complementarity outweighs competition in strengthening Chinese, Indian semiconductor industries

While India's semiconductor sector is on an upward trajectory, bolstered by preferential government policies and efforts to boost investment, some Western media outlets have once again hyped up the issue of China-India "competition."  The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) published an article on Saturday under a headline: "How China Could Swamp India's Chip Ambitions." Its narrative […]

China moves swiftly to carry out growth tasks set at two sessions, in show of institutional advantage

China's State Council, the country's cabinet, has called on all departments and localities to take concrete measures to carry out key development tasks outlined at the just-concluded two sessions, as central government agencies and local governments across the country also moved swiftly to map out plans to meet various targets. Coming just a day or […]