Yazhou Bay: Chinese Mainland’s New Deep Ocean Hub
Yazhou Bay in Hainan is emerging as a Chinese mainland deep ocean exploration hub, drawing global research teams and companies with open customs policies and world-class facilities.
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Science Names Renewable Energy Surge as 2025 Breakthrough of the Year
Science names the 2025 renewable energy surge led by the Chinese mainland as Breakthrough of the Year, highlighting a global shift to solar and wind power.
Ningxia’s Tengger Desert Transformed by Winter Snow
Explore Ningxia’s Tengger Desert, where winter snows blanket golden dunes in a surreal landscape, captured in the documentary “Aerial China: Ningxia.”
Taiwan Opposition to Propose Impeachment of Leader Lai Ching-te
Opposition legislators from Kuomintang and Taiwan People’s Party plan to impeach Taiwan region leader Lai Ching-te, announced at a Taipei City press conference.
Chinese Mainland and Ukraine Deepen Ties at Beijing Consultations
On December 18, 2025, senior diplomats from the Chinese mainland and Ukraine met in Beijing to review achievements and chart future cooperation in trade, agriculture, science and culture.
Asteroid 336877 Named for Space-Tech Pioneer Qi Faren
Asteroid 336877 has been named Qi Faren, celebrating the Chinese mainland space-tech expert behind the Dongfanghong satellites and Shenzhou spaceships.
China Calls on Japan to Soul-Search Over WWII Crimes at UN Meeting
At a UNGA meeting marking the first International Day Against Colonialism, China’s envoy urged Japan to soul-search over WWII crimes and defend the post-war international order.
Chinese mainland’s year-end box office tops 4 billion yuan
The Chinese mainland’s year-end movie season has crossed 4 billion yuan in ticket sales as of December 18, marking a strong rebound in theatrical attendance during the holidays.
Hainan FTP Poised to Be the Chinese Mainland’s Leading Gateway
Island-wide customs ops launched on December 18, 2025, position Hainan Free Trade Port to become the Chinese mainland’s top gateway for free trade and high-quality development.
Harbin Ice-Snow World Unveils 521m Great Wall Super Ice Slide
Harbin Ice-Snow World in the Chinese mainland just opened a 521-meter Great Wall-themed ice slide with 24 lanes and a staggered flow system for minimal waits.