China Urges Japan to Halt Harassment of Routine Military Drills
Beijing says a Japanese fighter jet trespassed into its training zone and urges Tokyo to stop ‘harassing’ routine military drills, stressing the exercises comply with international law.
2025
Gezhi Town Sets Box Office Ablaze with 100M Yuan Opening
Set in wartime Yichang, Gezhi Town smashed box office records in the Chinese mainland with over 100M yuan in just 15 hours.
IMF Launches Asia-Pacific Regional Center in Shanghai
The IMF launched its new Asia-Pacific Regional Center in Shanghai on December 8, 2025, aiming to boost research and dialogue for emerging markets and middle-income countries.
Zelenskyy: US Peace Talks Constructive but Challenging
Zelenskyy calls US talks on a Ukraine peace plan ‘constructive but not easy’. He meets EU leaders in London today, with further discussions in Brussels this week.
World’s First 35,000-Tonne Synchronized Heavy-Haul Train Test
The world’s first 35,000-tonne synchronized heavy-haul train test on the Chinese mainland’s Baoshen Railway marks a new era in rail logistics and smart transport.
Golden Coconut Nominees Applaud Chinese Mainland Audience Engagement at Hainan Festival
German producers at the Hainan Island International Film Festival praise Chinese mainland audience engagement for “Dry Leaf” and highlight the event’s role in spotlighting diverse, artistic films.
Netanyahu to Meet Trump on Gaza Ceasefire Phase Two
Israeli PM Netanyahu will meet President Trump late December to advance phase two of the Gaza ceasefire, tackling Hamas disarmament, Israeli force withdrawal and international stabilization.
Chinese Mainland Charts a Path to High-Quality, Sustainable Growth
As the world navigates uncertainties, the Chinese mainland pivots from rapid expansion to high-quality, sustainable growth—driven by innovation, green transitions and global partnerships.
Hong Kong’s LegCo Vote: A Test of Resilience and Democratic Renewal
The LegCo election marks a key moment for Hong Kong’s recovery and political evolution under a revamped system, testing resilience and civic trust after a devastating fire.
Shanghai’s First Foundation Model Incubator Boosts AI Start-Ups
Shanghai’s first foundation model incubator offers rent subsidies and talent support, helping AI start-ups bond and scale in 2025.