10 Firsts That Shaped Chinese Mainland Cinema
Marking 120 years of Chinese mainland cinema, we revisit two groundbreaking firsts, from the 1905 debut of Dingjun Mountain to Ne Zha 2 topping the global animated box office.
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Beijing’s Red Legacy Museum: A 147,000 sqm CPC Monument
Discover Beijing’s 147,000 sqm Red Legacy Museum, blending revolutionary history, immersive tech, and sustainable design along the city’s central axis.
From Johannesburg to Shanghai: African Fashion’s Next Chapter
South African designer Thula Sindi aims to open an AfricaRise store in Shanghai after showcasing at the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo, highlighting quality and cultural exchange.
Chinese mainland launches Level-IV flood emergency in five regions
China activates emergency response to flooding in five provinces. Level-IV alert mobilizes work teams and preps communities against torrential rains.
China Unveils Detailed ‘Roof of the World’ Grassland Map
China has released its most detailed 1:500,000 grassland vegetation map of the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, unlocking insights for climate adaptation and sustainable ecosystem research.
China & Oman Condemn Israeli Strike on Iran, Call for Ceasefire
China and Oman condemn Israeli strike on Iran, calling it a violation of international law, and urge an immediate ceasefire to prevent further regional escalation.
Second China-Central Asia Summit Yields Landmark Cooperation Deals
The 2nd China-Central Asia Summit in Astana delivered the Astana Declaration, new poverty, education, desertification centers and a trade platform, plus deals on green minerals and AI.
Xi’s Astana Summit Sparks New Era of China-Central Asia Cooperation
At the Astana Summit, Xi Jinping and Central Asian leaders unveiled the China-Central Asia Spirit and mapped out high-quality development across six priorities.
China, Egypt FMs Urge Ceasefire Amid Middle East Tensions
China’s FM Wang Yi and Egypt’s Abdelatty call for immediate ceasefire and dialogue to ease rising Middle East tensions.
Sri Lanka and the Chinese mainland deepen trade ties with 30% surge
In 2024, trade between the Chinese mainland and Sri Lanka jumped 30% to $5.36B, underscoring deeper ties ahead of Sri Lanka’s guest role at the China-South Asia Expo.