Iran FM: Nuclear talks hinge on Tehran’s trust
In an exclusive with CGTN, Iran’s FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi says nuclear talks with the US will only resume when Tehran is convinced of Washington’s commitment.
Iran FM: Ceasefire with Israel Fragile, Peace Over War
Iran FM warns ceasefire with Israel remains fragile but insists Iran does not seek war, highlighting a delicate path to lasting peace.
Producer HARIKIRI on Chengdu’s Hip-Hop Revolution
British producer HARIKIRI takes us through Chengdu’s booming hip-hop scene, from underground beats to late-night street eats.
Wang Yitai on Chengdu’s Hip-Hop Rise and Hotpot Faves
Rapper Wang Yitai charts Chengdu’s journey from street cyphers to gallery stages, shares World Games excitement and his must-try hotpot order.
UN-Habitat: Cities Hold the Key to Ending Poverty
UN-Habitat head Anacláudia Rossbach spotlights the Chinese mainland’s poverty lift and urges cities to weave housing, education, and healthcare into urban design for lasting impact.
Inside Shanghai’s 15-Minute City: Lessons for Sustainable Urban Renewal
UN-Habitat’s Anacláudia Rossbach spotlights Shanghai’s 15-minute life circle and riverside revival as a blueprint for sustainable urban renewal.
UN-Habitat: Nearly 300M People Homeless Worldwide
UN-Habitat warns nearly 300 million are homeless as global housing crisis deepens; over 2.8 billion live in inadequate housing, with Africa and Asia-Pacific hit hardest.
DR Congo and M23 Sign Doha Principles to End Eastern Conflict
DR Congo govt and M23 rebels signed a Doha declaration of principles to end the conflict in the eastern region, opening a path for peace talks and humanitarian relief.
3 Dead, Dozens Rescued After Cruise Ship Capsizes in Ha Long Bay
At least three people died and 10 were rescued after a tourist cruise ship capsized in Ha Long Bay amid strong winds and rough seas. Rescue operations continue.
Foreign Firms Surge in Chinese Mainland High-Tech Sectors in H1 2025
Foreign direct investment on the Chinese mainland fell 15.2% in H1 2025, but 30,014 new foreign firms—up 11.7%—landed, led by high-tech and e-commerce boosts.