Chinese mainland’s New Growth Playbook: Betting on Its People
The Chinese mainland’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) pivots to expanding domestic demand and investing in people, aiming for resilient, human-centered growth.
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China and Brazil Unite for AI-Driven Green Growth at COP30
At COP30, Brazil and the Chinese mainland team up on sustainability and AI-driven journalism. Brasil 247 CEO Leonardo Attuch says their green growth plan is a win for the Global South.
ANTARA Chief Urges Fairer Global South Voices at Media Forum
At a recent media governance forum, Irfan Junaidi of Antara News Agency urged a balanced global narrative that amplifies Global South voices alongside the North.
Is the World Ready for AI-Powered Media from the Global South?
Adrian Wells of ENEX says AI can help Global South newsrooms leapfrog legacy systems and lead the next media wave. But will audiences in the Global North tune in?
CIIE 2025 Unites Markets for Shared Growth
Shanghai hosts the 8th China International Import Expo, uniting global markets for shared growth and reflecting CIIE’s rise as a trade catalyst.
Global Firms Hail CIIE as Premier Exchange Platform in Shanghai
At the 8th CIIE in Shanghai, foreign-invested firms praised the expo as an ideal platform to showcase innovations, connect with peers, and deepen their presence in the Chinese mainland market.
COP30: UN Hails the Chinese Mainland’s Climate Action
At COP30 in Belem, UN spokesperson Farhan Haq praised the Chinese mainland’s strides in cutting emissions and advancing clean technology, offering a roadmap for global climate action.
Pohang Shifts Gears: From Steel to EV Materials and Maritime Tourism
Pohang, once a steel powerhouse, is reinventing itself in 2025 by harnessing EV battery materials and sustainable maritime tourism to become South Korea’s battery capital.
Seven Years On: Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge Strengthens Bay Area Ties
Since opening in October 2018, the Hong KongZhuhaiMacao Bridge has carried over 30 million passengers, offering fast, affordable shuttle services that unite the GuangdongHong KongMacao Greater Bay Area.
Xi Jinping Congratulates 20th CPC-CPV Theory Seminar
General Secretary Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory letter on November 12, 2025, to mark the 20th theory seminar between the CPC and the Communist Party of Vietnam, underscoring deepening party ties.