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‘Small yard and high fence’ harms US credibility, business; Chinese firms to ‘break through US sci-tech blockade’

Wang Qi and Xiong Xinyi September 9, 2023

‘Small yard and high fence’ harms US credibility, business; Chinese firms to ‘break through US sci-tech blockade’

After having wrapped up a four-day high-stakes visit to China which she described as "successful and productive," US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on Sunday (local time) pointed the finger at China's business environment, talked down China's economy and defended US chip export restrictions on China during interviews with...more

Architect Liu Kecheng interprets histories behind China’s heritage sites through contemporary design

Li Yuche September 1, 2023

Architect Liu Kecheng interprets histories behind China’s heritage sites through contemporary design

Born in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, 60-year-old architect Liu Kecheng calls Xi'an, in Shaanxi Province, his second home. Here people often use the classic Chinese saying "Above ground, Xi'an; under the ground, Chang'an" to describe the city's abundance in ­historical and archaeological resources. Having lived in...more

Update: Lawmakers work on revision to public security law to better adapt to emerging social realities of today

Cui Fandi September 1, 2023

Update: Lawmakers work on revision to public security law to better adapt to emerging social realities of today

Chinese lawmakers are working on a draft revision to the Law on Penalties for Administration of Public Security, to make the law suitable for today's ever-changing social situations and some new problems. The bill was deliberated by the top legislature at the fifth session of the Standing Committee...more

Chinese Embassy in France refutes Western rhetoric smearing nation’s economic recovery, calling it intends to shift responsibility

GT staff reporters September 1, 2023

Chinese Embassy in France refutes Western rhetoric smearing nation’s economic recovery, calling it intends to shift responsibility

Faced with rhetoric from Western politicians and media outlets that have launched a renewed smear campaign against the growth of the world's second-largest economy, the Chinese Embassy in France published an article on its official website defying their ill-intended claims. The article offered a targeted response to the...more

Japanese govt, media hype Chinese fury over contaminated water dumping in bid to shift attention, portray itself as ‘victim’

Xu Keyue and Zhang Changyue September 1, 2023

Japanese govt, media hype Chinese fury over contaminated water dumping in bid to shift attention, portray itself as ‘victim’

The Japanese government, which arbitrarily started dumping nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the sea recently, is employing a combination of PR stunts at home and abroad in a bid to shift attention, create antagonism and turn itself from the culprit risking the global health and environment into an innocent victim...more

China-Africa security forum injects positive energy into global peace

Chen Qingqing September 1, 2023

China-Africa security forum injects positive energy into global peace

The third China-Africa Peace and Security Forum reflects China's sincere support for peace and security development in Africa, and its efforts to help Africa escape the power plays of major countries, experts said, as China welcomed nearly 50 defense officials and military officers from African countries to participate...more

China-US competition is a competition of who is more open

Zheng Yongnian August 29, 2023

China-US competition is a competition of who is more open

From the perspective of openness, we are facing a transformation of almost unprecedented magnitude in the past two centuries. Western countries, led by the US, are attempting to contain and decouple from China. In such a situation, China needs high-level opening-up with regard to rules, regulations, management and...more

BRICS for cooperation, Camp David for insecurity

Sara Flounders August 29, 2023

BRICS for cooperation, Camp David for insecurity

Within days of each other, two very different meetings of world significance were held. These meetings sharply frame the choices. Is the way forward cooperation, sustainable development and trade? Or is the only option confrontation and military escalation? What kind of future do these two meetings represent? It...more

Japan is employing despicable means to shift blame onto China: Global Times editorial

Global Times August 29, 2023

Japan is employing despicable means to shift blame onto China: Global Times editorial

Since August 24, Japan has thoroughly unveiled its intentions and obstinately initiated the dumping of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the sea from Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. Concurrently, it also launched a large-scale campaign of disseminating false information in the international public opinion sphere, aiming to divert international attention,...more

BRI fuels infrastructure build-up, propelling trans-border shipmentat Malaysia’s Kuantan

Li Xuanmin and Zhao Juecheng in Kuantan August 29, 2023

BRI fuels infrastructure build-up, propelling trans-border shipmentat Malaysia’s Kuantan

Editor's Note: This year marks the 10th anniversary of the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a global cooperation platform that demonstrates China's vision and provides solutions for the reformation of the global governance system and other challenges. Reflecting on the development of the BRI over the last...more

China’s globally shared wisdom in sand control a microcosm of ecological civilization construction: former Polish president

Lin Xiaoyi and Yu Jiayin August 29, 2023

China’s globally shared wisdom in sand control a microcosm of ecological civilization construction: former Polish president

"I am delighted to once again visit the Inner Mongolia, and witness a group of intelligent people in an intelligent nation utilizing high technology to develop their economy in the desert." The Ninth Kubuqi International Desert Forum (KIDF) was held from August 25 to 27, in Ordos, North...more

China does not seek to disprove but work with and be receptive to others: RIAC Director General

Global Times August 24, 2023

China does not seek to disprove but work with and be receptive to others: RIAC Director General

Editor's Note: As the competition launched by the US against China seems to continue to intensify, the divergence of the two countries' political philosophy becomes increasingly prominent. What is the main difference between these two approaches to see the world? How has it affected the current global reality?...more

New trends, activities keep traditional Qixi Festival alive and well Dedicated to romance

GT staff reporters August 24, 2023

New trends, activities keep traditional Qixi Festival alive and well Dedicated to romance

Editor's Note: How can art and culture from the past survive in a globalized world? Inheriting the treasure of art and culture from the past thousands of years, young Chinese have created a new trend - Guochao, or China chic. It refers to a movement started off by...more

US and Western countries could have met the ‘BRICS’ halfway: Global Times editorial

Global Times August 23, 2023

US and Western countries could have met the ‘BRICS’ halfway: Global Times editorial

The 15th BRICS Summit will be held in Johannesburg, South Africa from August 22 to 24. This marks the first in-person summit of the BRICS nations since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. South Africa, as the host country, has dedicated significant effort to this event. Over 60...more

China plays a critical role within BRICS; GDI, GSI, GCI winning widespread support: African professor

Xie Wenting and Zhao Juecheng in Johannesburg August 23, 2023

China plays a critical role within BRICS; GDI, GSI, GCI winning widespread support: African professor

Editor's Note: The 15th BRICS Summit, scheduled to be held in Johannesburg, South Africa, from August 22 to 24, has garnered substantial international attention. This summit holds significant importance in prompting discussions on various fronts. Within the BRICS framework, what role does China play? How do African people...more