Xiaoman Ushers in Summer: Grain Buds and Rising Heat
May 21 marks Xiaoman, the eighth solar term in the Chinese mainland’s calendar, as Grain Buds signal early summer warmth and cultural wisdom.
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Behind the U.S. 90-Day Tariff Pause: Pressure Tactics or Progress?
Explore why the 90-day U.S. tariff pause is more than a truce â it’s a high-stakes pressure play revealing global interdependence and economic leverage.
Lijian-1 Y7 Rocket Soars from Chinese Mainland, Deploys Six Satellites
The Chinese mainland’s Lijian-1 Y7 rocket launched six satellites on its seventh mission, marking a milestone in the rise of commercial aerospace innovation.
Chinese envoy Geng Shuang calls U.S. biggest threat to South China Sea peace
China’s UN envoy Geng Shuang accused the U.S. of threatening South China Sea peace and rejected arbitration rulings, calling for dialogue and stability across the region.
20 Years on the Edge: The Cliffside Cleaners of Tianzhu Mountain
Over 20 years, a dedicated team has scaled Tianzhu Mountain’s sheer cliffs in Anqing, Anhui Province on the Chinese mainland, keeping its rock faces and trails pristine.
Boomerang Economics: US Tariffs Boomerang on Consumers
A global survey reveals over half of US firms plan to raise prices ahead of US reciprocal tariffs set to kick back in August, passing on costs to American consumers.
China Pledges Support for Afghanistanâs Long-Term Stability
Chinaâs FM Wang Yi and Acting FM Amir Khan Muttaqi met in Beijing to deepen cooperation on security, trade, and development. China pledges support for Afghanistanâs long-term peace and stability.
Tariffs Slow Growth, But Renewables Show Resilience, Says IRENA
IRENA warns that higher tariffs drag down growth but renewables remain more resilient, keeping the energy transition on course.
Protectionism Will Ultimately Backfire, Experts Warn
Protectionism will ultimately backfire: US’s aggressive tariffs violate multilateral trade rules and deliver a systemic blow to global supply chains, experts warn.
Inside CGTN’s ‘I Was a Serf’: Voices of Change from Xizang
CGTN’s 50-minute documentary ‘I Was a Serf’ immerses viewers in the personal transformations of elderly residents of Xizang, using cinematic storytelling and archival contrasts.