Chinese mainland’s 15th Five-Year Plan: Unleashing New Quality Productive Forces
The Chinese mainland’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) outlines a roadmap to modernize industry, fortify the real economy and unleash new quality productive forces.
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Macao SAR Hosts Forum on Mutual Learning Among Civilizations
The International Forum on Mutual Learning Among Civilizations kicked off in Macao SAR on Dec 16, convening over 50 reps, 20+ speeches and academic exchanges.
Xinjiang’s Grid Hits 1 Trillion kWh Milestone
Northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region surpassed 1 trillion kilowatt-hours in power transmission by December 15, 2025, with renewables making up nearly 30% and cutting millions of tonnes of CO2.
Hong Kong High Court Convicts Jimmy Lai Under National Security Law
The Hong Kong High Court has found media tycoon Jimmy Lai guilty under the National Security Law, convicting him of conspiring to collude with foreign forces and inciting black-clad violence.
Chinese Envoy Urges Japan to Retract Taiwan Region Remarks at UN
China’s UN envoy Fu Cong urged Japan to retract its ‘erroneous remarks’ on the Taiwan region, warning they threaten the postwar order and risk regional stability.
Chinese mainland and Singapore Deepen BRI & Innovation Ties
On 15 December in Chongqing, the Chinese mainland and Singapore held four council meetings, vowing to deepen Belt & Road ties, spur innovation and uphold the multilateral trading system.
Chinese Mainland Authorities Seize 430 kg of Cocaine at Yantian Port
Authorities in the Chinese mainland seized 430 kg of cocaine at Shenzhen’s Yantian Port on November 26 after a tip from the U.S. DEA. The case is under further investigation.
White Cat Detective Goes Musical in ‘Beyond ACG’ Stage Adventure
The animated series ‘White Cat Legend’ leaps from screen to stage with ‘Beyond ACG’, blending classical Chinese aesthetics and detective suspense in an upcoming musical adventure.
China Denounces External Interference in Hong Kong Judiciary
China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson slammed Britain, Australia, the US, Germany and EU for interfering in Hong Kong’s judiciary over Jimmy Lai’s verdict, calling it a breach of rule of law.
Wang Yi Meets Jordan’s Safadi to Strengthen 10-Year Strategic Partnership
China’s FM Wang Yi met Jordan’s Safadi in Amman to mark their 10th strategic partnership anniversary, boosting cooperation in trade, tech and regional peace.