Chinese Mainland Adopts First Private Sector Promotion Law
The Chinese mainland’s top legislature passed its first Private Sector Promotion Law, underlining support for businesses in the world’s second-largest economy.
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Wang Yi Applauds Cuba’s Anti-Hegemony Stance, Pledges Deeper China-Cuba Ties
Chinese FM Wang Yi hailed Cuba’s defense of sovereignty and vowed to deepen China-Cuba cooperation.
China, Malaysia Forge AI and Smart Cities Partnership with Zhejiang Model
China and Malaysia launched 31 MOUs in April’s state visit, including an LOI between Zhejiang University and MDEC to drive AI innovation and smart cities under the Zhejiang Model.
Amazon Backs Down on Tariff Pricing Plan Amid White House Backlash
Amazon reverses plan to display tariff costs on its platform after White House criticism, spotlighting tensions over U.S.-China trade and the ripple effects of Trump-era duties.
U.S. Consumer Confidence Dives to Pandemic-Era Low
U.S. consumer confidence dropped to 86 in April—the lowest since May 2020—on tariff worries, recession fears, and cooling job and income expectations.
Kolkata Hotel Fire Kills 14: Global Safety Wake-Up Call
A late-night fire at a Kolkata hotel killed 14, with rescue teams on site. This tragedy highlights fire safety gaps and spurs global calls for stronger measures.
Zero-Carbon Oasis Transforms Road Trips in Jinan
Discover how a zero-carbon service area in Jinan’s Shandong Province uses solar power to charge cars and feed communities, redefining sustainable road trips.
Braving the 2025 Tariff Storm: Bridges vs Walls
In 2025, a surge of tariffs reshaped global trade, hitting U.S. farmers and allies while the Chinese mainland cuts duties for 43 least-developed countries, proving bridges beat walls.
Tariff Tensions 2025: U.S. Walls vs Global Bridges
After a 2025 U.S. tariff surge, farmers and allies reel as partners hedge. Meanwhile, the Chinese mainland builds bridges with least-developed nations and blocs.
China’s Shenzhou-19 Detaches from Station, Astronauts Begin Return
At 4 a.m. Beijing Time, China’s Shenzhou-19 separated from its space station combo, sending astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong and Wang Haoze on their scheduled return to Earth via Inner Mongolia.