Summary: On November 5, 2025, Xi Jinping attended the commissioning ceremony of China's first electromagnetic catapult-equipped aircraft carrier, the Fujian, in Sanya, Hainan. Xi emphasized the importance of caring for soldiers, improving their living conditions, and ensuring their well-being to enhance combat readiness. He also stressed the importance of strengthening grassroots units, considering them the foundation of the military's strength. Xi has made multiple visits to grassroots military units, demonstrating his concern for the soldiers' welfare, including addressing issues like oxygen access and fresh food in high-altitude regions. Xi Jinping also reviewed troops on September 3, 2025, at a parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of victory in the Anti-Japanese War.
Summary: Xi Jinping and Thongloun Sisoulith exchanged letters announcing 2026 as the "China-Laos Friendship Year" and initiating celebratory events. Xi emphasized the strong relationship between China and Laos, highlighting mutual support on core interests and the deepening of the China-Laos community with a shared future. He affirmed China's commitment to the relationship from a strategic and long-term perspective, aiming to enhance pragmatic cooperation and strategic coordination. Thongloun acknowledged Xi's leadership in strengthening Lao-China ties and pledged to collaborate on the anniversary celebrations and the community with a shared future. The statements alluded to a broader vision of a community of common destiny for mankind.
Summary: Amidst freezing temperatures at the Khunjerab Pass, the highest border crossing in the world between China and Pakistan, customs officers like Zhu Yan are facilitating increased trade. The Khunjerab Customs has implemented reforms like the "highway port + direct access to the territory" supervision model, streamlining procedures from 16 steps to 7, and adopting technologies like the H986 inspection system to expedite customs clearance. This has significantly reduced transit times for drivers like Qin Heyan, who used to spend days clearing customs. The new system also involves coordination with the Kashgar Comprehensive Bonded Zone, enabling faster customs clearance. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Premier Li Qiang signed a State Council decree announcing revisions and repeals of several administrative regulations, effective March 20, 2026. The changes aim to implement the spirit of the 20th Party Congress, deepen institutional reforms, and improve the business environment. Nine administrative regulations were modified, including updates to reflect changes in agency names and transfers of responsibilities, as well as adjustments to planning approval systems. Two administrative regulations were repealed to align with current reform and development needs. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
Summary: Politburo Standing Committee member Wang Huning met with Cuban envoy and Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez in Beijing. Wang stated China's firm support for Cuba's opposition to foreign interference and safeguarding developing countries' rights, referencing Xi Jinping's meetings with Díaz-Canel in 2023 to deepen bilateral ties. Rodríguez thanked China for its assistance, emphasizing China's role as a force for world peace and hope for the Global South. Both sides expressed commitment to implementing agreements made by the two countries' leaders. Batel and Wang Dongfeng also attended the meeting.
Summary: China's Ministry of Commerce reports that subsidy policies aimed at boosting sales of appliances, digital, and smart products are showing positive effects. In January, sales of these products exceeded 15 million units, generating nearly 59 billion yuan in revenue. Specifically, the "trade-in" program for appliances involved 6.8 million units, resulting in 29.7 billion yuan in sales, while the "new purchase" program for digital and smart products involved 9.1 million units, resulting in 29.2 billion yuan in sales. Offline sales for these programs accounted for almost 80% of the total, with a year-on-year increase of approximately 20%. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The China-Laos 500kV interconnection project achieved full line connectivity on February 5th, linking the power grids of both countries at the Mohan-Boten border. The 177.5 km line is expected to have a bidirectional power transmission capacity of 1.5 million kilowatts. The project is expected to annually transmit approximately 3 billion kilowatt-hours of clean energy. It will provide an efficient green channel for power interconnection and clean energy transmission in the Lancang-Mekong region.
Summary: During the Spring Festival travel season, some southern cities have erected rain shelters connecting subway and train stations. These shelters are presented as examples of high-quality urban renewal, operation, and governance driven by public service and expectations. Authorities are implementing measures such as free ticket refunds for online errors and door-to-door luggage delivery to address public concerns. The shift from basic problem-solving to prioritizing quality of life reflects a focus on improving public satisfaction. Party committees and governments at all levels are urged to proactively address issues related to transportation, market supply, and public safety to ensure a happy and safe holiday for the people.
Summary: This article appears to focus on domestic Chinese issues. It highlights innovation in scientific research, as well as a special report on the Milan Winter Olympics. A further section discusses how the financial sector can better serve the real economy. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: At a February 5th press conference, the State Council Information Office reported on the State Administration for Market Regulation's (SAMR) efforts to promote high-quality economic development through market supervision. SAMR officials, including Vice Minister Deng Zhiyou, highlighted the growth in new business entities and the improvement of market access and competition mechanisms. The administration investigated 14,600 cases of unfair competition and addressed issues like "price wars," focusing on building a unified national market by dismantling local protectionism and administrative monopolies. They also emphasized consumer protection efforts, including handling complaints and recalling defective products. These actions did not involve U.S.-China trade.
Summary: Driven by "trade-in" policies in 2025, retail sales of home appliances, kitchenware, and communication equipment increased significantly, with refrigerators growing 17.4%. Local governments in Henan province are offering subsidies for appliances and digital devices, with level 1 energy efficiency appliances receiving a 15% subsidy up to 1500 yuan. Retailers are using VR technology to enhance the consumer experience and address concerns about online purchases. The government is working to streamline the subsidy application process and prevent deceptive pricing practices, addressing issues faced by retailers like Wang Haitao. Chen Juan from the Henan Provincial Department of Commerce stated that measures will be taken against merchants who engage in "raise prices before subsidizing."
Summary: The article discusses China's "trade-in" policy for consumer goods, noting its potential to boost consumption and reduce overcapacity. However, the policy's effectiveness is undermined by merchants inflating prices before applying subsidies, reducing consumer benefits. Information asymmetry regarding eligible products and subsidy amounts, as well as the financial burden on merchants to pre-fund subsidies, further hinder the policy's impact. The article suggests solutions, including increased price transparency, simplified subsidy calculations, and stricter enforcement against fraudulent practices to improve the consumer experience and incentivize participation. No mention of U.S. or U.S.-China relations in the article.
Summary: On November 5, 2025, Xi Jinping attended the commissioning ceremony of China's first electromagnetic catapult aircraft carrier, the Fujian, in Sanya, Hainan. Xi inspected the ship, inquired about the living conditions of the officers and soldiers, and urged better logistical support for the troops. Previously, on September 3, 2025, Xi's warm greetings to troops during a military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory over Japan deeply resonated with them. Xi has also shown concern for troops stationed in remote regions, emphasizing the importance of improving their living conditions, particularly in high-altitude areas. Throughout his tenure, Xi has repeatedly stressed the importance of strengthening grassroots units, issuing instructions to ensure that the military is prepared for combat and that soldiers are well-cared for, in order to improve China's ability to protect its interests.
Summary: China's Ministry of Finance, General Administration of Customs, and State Taxation Administration jointly announced a "zero tariff" policy for imported goods purchased by Hainan Free Trade Port residents. Effective immediately, the policy exempts import duties, import-related value-added tax, and consumption tax on purchases made within designated locations, up to a limit of 10,000 RMB per person per year. The policy is designed to reduce living costs and diversify shopping options for residents, focusing on daily necessities like food, beverages, cosmetics, and baby products. Resale of duty-free goods is prohibited, with the Hainan government responsible for preventing smuggling and ensuring policy stability through monitoring and risk control measures. Violators face penalties, including being barred from future duty-free purchases and potential legal repercussions.
Summary: In the opening event of APEC "China Year," officials reported that in 2025, China's trade with APEC economies reached 26.29 trillion yuan, representing 57.82% of China's total foreign trade. China is shifting its role in regional supply chains from manufacturing to encompass R&D and services, with high-tech exports growing by 8.1% to 4.63 trillion yuan. Emerging sectors like cross-border e-commerce, digital trade, and green trade are driving foreign trade growth. Zhao Zenlian, Deputy Director of the General Administration of Customs, stated that China will continue to release more opening dividends to share the opportunities of digital, intelligent, and green development with all parties.
Summary: A survey of European youth (ages 18-35) across 36 countries reveals largely positive views of China, with 82% holding favorable opinions and 94% anticipating continued Chinese economic growth over the next decade. The survey, commissioned by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences' Institute of European Studies, found that 72% of respondents define EU-China relations as friendly or primarily cooperative. Experts at the report's launch emphasized the need to translate this positive sentiment into practical cooperation and address external uncertainties, noting that China is seen as a pragmatic partner for development rather than a systemic rival and that the survey highlights the importance of China's global influence. The report also highlighted the importance of understanding EU-China relations. While the report did not mention the United States, it did discuss China's global influence.
Summary: Xi Jinping held video talks with Vladimir Putin and a phone call with Donald Trump, reviewing Sino-Russian and U.S.-China relations, respectively. Xi emphasized deeper strategic collaboration with Russia and expressed a willingness to work with Trump to navigate U.S.-China relations towards stability and mutual benefit. He also stressed that Taiwan is part of China, urging the U.S. to handle arms sales to Taiwan with caution. Both Putin and Trump expressed confidence and willingness to cooperate with China. The article frames these interactions as China playing a responsible role in promoting global peace and development amid a complex international landscape.
Summary: AstraZeneca CEO Pascal Soriot stated that China is a critical market and a key component of its global innovation system, emphasizing the company's commitment to further investment in China. Soriot, who led a British business delegation to China alongside UK Prime Minister Starmer, announced AstraZeneca's plan to invest over 100 billion RMB in China by 2030, expanding R&D and manufacturing. Soriot highlighted China's commitment to opening up and alignment with AstraZeneca's global strategy, noting improvements in clinical trials, approvals, and IP protection. He also emphasized the potential for UK-China collaboration in areas like green transition and life sciences. Soriot also mentioned that China's commitment to green energy and sustainable development provides a strong impetus and broad application scenarios for AstraZeneca to achieve its environmental goals.
Summary: In 2025, Peru's merchandise exports reached a record high of $90.082 billion, a 21% increase year-on-year, driven significantly by a over 30% rise in exports to China. China remains Peru's top trading partner, accounting for 36.2% of total exports. The "Chancay effect" is cited as a key factor, with the Port of Chancay, a Belt and Road Initiative project, reducing shipping times and costs between Peru and Asian partners like China. The port has generated over 1 billion Soles in tax revenue for Peru. Since opening in November 2024, the China-backed Chancay Port has become Peru's third largest port.
Summary: Politburo Member and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Cuban envoy and Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez in Beijing. Wang conveyed Xi Jinping's greetings to Raúl Castro and Miguel Díaz-Canel, while affirming China's support for Cuban sovereignty and opposition to external interference. He pledged to implement agreements reached by the two heads of state, continuing to provide assistance. Rodríguez reciprocated greetings to Xi and reiterated Cuba's commitment to strengthening cooperation with China across various fields based on the consensus achieved by the two heads of state. The article does not mention the United States.
Summary: At the Foreign Ministry's 2026 New Year reception, attended by foreign diplomats and Chinese representatives, Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that in 2025, China adhered to principles of justice under Xi Jinping's leadership. China commemorated the 80th anniversary of victory in WWII, resisted protectionism, promoted conflict resolution, and advanced global governance initiatives. Wang affirmed China's commitment to international justice and a shared future for mankind, while Cameroonian Ambassador Mbana, representing foreign missions, lauded China's diplomatic achievements and Xi's global governance initiatives, expressing a desire for greater cooperation.
Summary: A China-Morocco business forum and supply chain expo promotion event was held in Casablanca, attracting over 100 business representatives to discuss trade and economic cooperation. Ren Hongbin, head of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), led a delegation of Chinese entrepreneurs and expressed the CCPIT's commitment to fostering collaboration. Ren encouraged businesses to strengthen traditional partnerships and explore emerging sectors like new energy, digital economy, and green development. Moroccan representatives expressed interest in deepening supply chain collaboration with China and welcomed the opportunity presented by the Chinese market.
Summary: Yang Wanming, President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, led a delegation to Belgium from February 2nd to 4th. During the visit, Yang met with figures like former Belgian Speaker of the House André Flahaut and Acting Governor of West Flanders Province Kurt De Loor. Yang's delegation, in conjunction with the Chinese embassy in Belgium, organized a symposium celebrating the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Belgium. The discussions focused on friendship and future cooperation with representatives from various sectors, including government, business, culture, and education.
Summary: Liu Haixing, Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee, met with Cuban Communist Party Politburo member and Foreign Minister Rodriguez in Beijing. The two exchanged views on implementing the consensus reached by the top leaders of both parties and countries, strengthening inter-party exchanges and cooperation, and promoting the building of a China-Cuba community with a shared future. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries.
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Summary: This article argues that China's OLED industry success, achieving over 50% of the international market share in just 20 years, is a result of combining effective market mechanisms with proactive government policies. In the initial stages, the government provided support for R&D, while later focusing on facilitating growth through financial support and infrastructure development. More recently, the government has shifted towards quality and innovation leadership, fostering an ecosystem for industry collaboration and resource allocation. The article emphasizes the importance of government intervention in areas where the market falls short, while still respecting market principles to foster innovation. This model of combining market forces and government support is presented as a blueprint for developing new productive forces.
Summary: Wang Xiaohong, a member of the Secretariat of the CCP Central Committee, addressed a national video conference on combating telecom and online fraud, emphasizing the need to implement Xi Jinping's instructions and Party Central Committee decisions. He stressed a comprehensive approach involving enhanced prevention, control, and law enforcement to consolidate and expand the achievements in combating fraud. Wang called for relentless suppression of perpetrators, comprehensive governance focusing on personnel, networks, and channels involved in fraud, and proactive prevention through early warnings and technical solutions. He also urged active international law enforcement cooperation to combat telecom and online fraud, contributing Chinese solutions to this global issue.
Summary: A preparatory meeting was held for National People's Congress (NPC) deputies ahead of the upcoming fourth session of the 14th NPC, scheduled for March 5th. An official from the NPC Standing Committee outlined the body's work since the last session and preliminary arrangements for 2026, emphasizing adherence to Xi Jinping Thought and the spirit of the 20th Party Congress. The report highlighted the review of 38 legal drafts, including 6 new laws, and supervision efforts. Representatives from the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Finance presented on the draft 15th Five-Year Plan and economic/budgetary performance.
Summary: A team from the Tongren City Agriculture and Rural Affairs Bureau, led by Party Secretary Luo Xiuhong, conducted a field survey in rural Guizhou to study rural development and the "Thousands of Villages" project implementation, staying in a local farmer's guesthouse to minimize disruption. The team focused on local industries, including rice processing, herbal medicine cultivation, vegetable farming, and egg-laying chicken farms, to improve the implementation plan for the next three years. The group emphasized independent meals and lodging, eschewing local government accompaniment to focus on grassroots feedback, as per the spirit of the Central Eight-Point Regulation. The team also explored opportunities to increase farmers' income through industry and policy. The article did not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article emphasizes the importance of thorough and genuine investigation and research (调查研究) as the foundation for effective governance and policy-making, highlighting it as the first tenet of the Party's Eight-Point Regulation. It argues that substantive research is essential to avoid disconnected decision-making and maintain a positive relationship between the Party and the masses. The piece stresses the need for pragmatic planning, a humble approach, and diligent execution in investigative work to foster trust and support from the people. It also claims that a proper attitude and deep research by officials will allow them to avoid acting in a way that will invite scrutiny from the masses. There is no explicit mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The State Council has announced personnel changes, appointing Yu Junsheng as Deputy Director of the China Media Group (CMG) and Zhang Zhongjun as Vice President of the National Academy of Governance. Li Xiaolong and Cao Jun were removed from their positions as Vice Ministers of Housing and Urban-Rural Development and Veterans Affairs, respectively. Wang Xiaozhen was removed from her post as Deputy Director of CMG. Zhang Zhongjun was removed from his post as the Dean of Studies at the National Academy of Governance.
Summary: This article reports on the expansion of "Guangming Cinema" (光明影院), a public service program providing barrier-free film screenings for the visually impaired in Beijing. The program inserts descriptive narration between movie dialogue to allow visually impaired individuals to experience cinema. The first "Guangming Cinema" was established in Chaoyang District, with plans to expand to eight districts in Beijing. The program also provides volunteer pick-up and drop-off services to address transportation challenges for the visually impaired. Zhang Qian, head of the Wangjing Sub-district Disabled Persons' Federation, emphasized the importance of the program in enriching cultural activities for the community's disabled residents.
Summary: The article emphasizes the importance of leveraging the power and ingenuity of the masses to drive high-quality development in China, particularly as the country embarks on its "Fifteenth Five-Year Plan." It highlights examples such as grassroots sports events and ordinary people becoming creators and performers in arts and culture. Digital technology and economic development are cited as key factors in empowering the masses and expanding their participation. The piece underscores Xi Jinping's emphasis on respecting the people's primary role and innovative spirit. It also notes that China's large AI user base complements its leading AI talent pool, facilitating the development of AI products and services.
Summary: The article discusses a recent trend on overseas social media of foreigners embracing Chinese lifestyle habits, such as drinking hot water and practicing traditional exercises, coining the phrase "becoming Chinese." This trend reflects China's growing soft power and a shift from a one-way cultural export to mutual cultural resonance. It signifies a new stage of China's opening up, moving beyond trade and policy to a genuine sharing of lifestyles and cultural values. The popularity of these habits is attributed to the wisdom rooted in Chinese civilization, such as traditional medicine and philosophy. This cultural exchange promotes understanding of China and embodies the concept of a community with a shared future for humanity.
Summary: The article discusses the recent controversy surrounding children's micro-dramas (微短剧) featuring inappropriate content such as child marriage and "child CEO" storylines. It highlights the need for stricter regulation and content creation guidelines to protect minors from exploitation and harmful content, advocating for a focus on children's best interests and educational value, rather than solely pursuing profits and viewership. The article calls for coordinated governance involving parents, online platforms, industry organizations, and government departments to create a comprehensive protection network for minors. It also mentions the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) which mentions strengthening online protection for minors.
Summary: The 2026 National Spring Festival Culture and Tourism Consumption Month has commenced, running from late January to early March. Approximately 30,000 cultural and tourism consumption activities will be held nationwide, leveraging local customs, performances, and exhibitions. Over 360 million yuan in consumption vouchers and subsidies will be distributed to enhance the Spring Festival experience. The initiative aims to meet the people's needs for a joyful and prosperous Lunar New Year. The article does not mention any official statements or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The newly established Interstellar Navigation Academy at the University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences will focus on cutting-edge fields such as interstellar propulsion and deep space communication to cultivate talent. The academy's establishment harkens back to discussions initiated by Qian Xuesen in the 1960s regarding interstellar travel, which were divided into interplanetary and interstellar travel, with the former becoming gradually realized in recent years. The article emphasizes the spillover effects of space exploration, highlighting its role as a catalyst for innovation and its potential to revolutionize human life. It underscores China's commitment to independent development and open cooperation in space exploration. The piece frames China's interstellar ambitions as a long-term endeavor requiring dedication and perseverance, drawing parallels with the spirit of self-reliance demonstrated in earlier space programs.
Summary: The article emphasizes the crucial role of border patrollers (护边员) in safeguarding China's borders through dedication and perseverance. It highlights their commitment to duty, often balancing patrol work with their regular lives as farmers or herders, which ensures timely detection of anomalies and proactive risk mitigation. The article also notes how technology is enhancing border patrol through the integration of the patrollers' experience and knowledge into smart systems, promoting border region economic development and increasing incomes. Furthermore, the piece underscores a shared national consciousness where safeguarding the country is seen as a collective responsibility rooted in patriotism. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: This article highlights China's commitment to technological innovation and high-quality development through the stories of five frontline researchers. The researchers are developing improved valves for waste treatment, enhancing AI models for human-like interactions, creating precision bearings for large-scale equipment like radio telescopes, optimizing corn breeding, and advancing visual perception in industrial humanoid robots. The reports emphasize overcoming technical challenges and collaborating with universities to revitalize traditional industries and strengthen domestic manufacturing. The development of key technologies aims to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and improve domestic industries. The article does not discuss the U.S. or U.S. China relations.
Summary: As the Spring Festival approaches, the article highlights the continued dedication of researchers in various fields, from traditional manufacturing to AI and agricultural research, emphasizing their crucial role in driving high-quality development through innovation. It underscores the importance of upgrading traditional industries through technological integration, pioneering emerging sectors amidst fierce global competition, and persevering in long-term scientific research for self-reliance in science and technology. The piece emphasizes that breakthroughs require both technological innovation and the commitment of individuals to the needs of the nation. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: The article reports on the life and career of Dong Yijun, the late Deputy Director of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau and Director of the Traffic Management Bureau, who died at 58 due to illness. The report highlights his dedication to public service, focusing on his commitment to serving the people, solving their problems, and improving traffic management in Beijing. Colleagues emphasized his hands-on approach, often working late into the night and personally inspecting traffic conditions to develop effective solutions. His efforts included streamlining administrative services and enhancing traffic safety measures around Tian Tan Park.
Summary: In Lincang, Yunnan province, drone technology is transforming agriculture by overcoming transportation challenges in the mountainous terrain. Drones are used to transport harvested bananas quickly and efficiently, reducing damage and increasing profitability for farmers like Chen Guangming. These drones are also being utilized for crop protection, infrastructure maintenance, and disaster relief, as demonstrated by a field competition between manual labor and drone spraying and the Lincang fire department's use of drones for reconnaissance. The increasing demand has led to more farmers purchasing drones and agricultural companies offering drone services. Southern Power Grid Yunnan Power Grid Company Lincang Power Supply Bureau uses drones to patrol electricity lines.
Summary: A ceremony was held at the National Radio and Television Administration to release 190 classic TV dramas, documentaries, and cartoons for the 2026 "Relive the Classics" program, donated by 77 entities. The "Relive the Classics" channel has broadcast 343 classic works in the past two years, reaching 78.62 million cable TV households and 359 million online viewers. In 2025, the channel will launch the "80th Anniversary of the Victory Against Japanese Aggression Classic Audio-Visual Works Exhibition" activity. The channel also plans to broadcast classics such as *Journey to the West* and *Fishing by the Little Cat* during the Spring Festival.
Summary: Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee stated the Hong Kong government will proactively align with China's 15th Five-Year Plan and formulate its own five-year plan. Lee highlighted Hong Kong's economic growth in 2025, attributing it to national support and the "One Country, Two Systems" framework. He emphasized Hong Kong's role as a global hub, aiming to strengthen its financial, shipping, and trade center status while developing innovation and technology. Lee mentioned initiatives to attract international talent and support mainland enterprises in expanding globally, all while consolidating connections with traditional economies and strengthening ties with emerging markets.
Summary: To ensure safe operations and meet travel demand during the 2026 Spring Festival travel season, the Zhengzhou Dynamic Inspection Section of the China Railway Zhengzhou Bureau Group Co., Ltd. is optimizing high-speed rail capacity by implementing precise "one schedule per day" adjustments and dynamic resource allocation. The section is focused on the maintenance of assigned high-speed trains. The provided image shows mechanics inspecting the running gear of a train. No United States or U.S.-China relations were mentioned in the article.
Summary: The Five Continents Communication Press has published "Polo Vision," a photo and text book by World Press Photo award winner Wang Yao and polo culture scholar Wang Jingchan, to coincide with the upcoming Lunar New Year. The book features over 200 photographs that capture the unique charm of polo, turning the playing field into a tangible collection of visual poems. It aims to popularize polo knowledge while exploring the sport's history and cultural significance. The book also incorporates the concept of harmony between humans and nature into its design, reflecting a high level of artistic quality through collaboration with domestic and international image editors and graphic designers. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The Ministry of Commerce announced that China's imports reached 18.5 trillion yuan in 2025, making it the world's second-largest import market for the 17th consecutive year. China's imports have grown from over 130 countries and regions, and it has become a major export destination for nearly 80 countries. To further promote imports, the Ministry of Commerce launched the "Export to China" series, planning over 100 import promotion events in 2026. The Ministry will boost market potential by signing partnership agreements and implementing zero-tariff measures for 53 African countries. They also aim to improve trade facilitation and optimize import structures while continuing to host the China International Import Expo.
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Summary: According to an interview, Gree Electric chairwoman Dong Mingzhu emphasized the importance of high-quality products and independent innovation for the company's survival and development, highlighting Gree's expansion into areas like industrial mother machines and chips. Dong stressed the need for patience, resilience, and a commitment to quality over short-term profits, and also mentioned Gree's shift towards 100% self-owned brand sales in overseas markets to promote "Made in China." She also noted that Gree transitioned from a single-product company into a diverse industrial group. She mentioned the importance of manufacturing and innovation, rather than focusing on short-term financial gains.
Summary: In 2023, China's non-ferrous metals industry saw industrial added value increase by 6.9% and the production of ten non-ferrous metals exceeded 80 million tons, reaching 81.75 million tons, a 3.9% year-on-year increase. Fixed asset investment in the industry rose by 4.9%, with mining investment increasing significantly by 41.0%. Foreign trade in non-ferrous metals reached $412.24 billion, a 12.4% year-on-year increase.
Summary: Shanxi province's unconventional natural gas production reached a record high of 18.23 billion cubic meters in 2023, an 8.9% year-on-year increase, according to the Shanxi Provincial Bureau of Statistics. The province has established six large gas fields each producing 1 billion cubic meters annually. The province's natural gas pipeline network now stretches 9259km.
Summary: The third annual Xiong'an Future City Scenarios Conference released its first batch of 564 project demands spanning nine cutting-edge areas, totaling an investment of 9.29 billion yuan. This signifies a new phase of scaled and systematic innovation driven by application scenarios in Xiong'an New Area and Hebei Province. The previous two conferences yielded over 1,000 technological solutions and facilitated over 200 cooperative projects. The third conference has already collected over 1,700 intended project demands in just over two months, resulting in the initial list of 564 released scenarios.
Summary: Nanjing's software industry achieved a significant milestone in 2023, reaching 1.02 trillion yuan in revenue, a 16.7% year-on-year increase, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. This positions Nanjing as a trillion-yuan-level industrial cluster in software. The city, recognized as a "China Software City," boasts over 3,600 key software enterprises and approximately 900,000 software professionals. Nanjing has fostered a comprehensive software industry ecosystem, attracting both domestic and international software and information service companies.
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Summary: According to the article, Xi Jinping's concept of building a "community of life for Earth" extends the idea of a "community of common destiny for mankind" into ecological civilization. This concept promotes international cooperation to address global ecological challenges and contributes Chinese wisdom to global ecological civilization, enriching Marxist views on the relationship between humanity and nature. The article asserts that this concept transcends Western environmental theories and promotes a green and low-carbon high-quality development path and fosters global cooperation in environmental governance. It positions China as a leader in global ecological civilization, advocating for a fair and cooperative global environmental governance system. This discourse aims to resonate with developing countries and enhance their representation in global environmental governance.
Summary: This article emphasizes the importance of "historical patience" for Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials, drawing on Xi Jinping's pronouncements on the need for long-term vision and strategic focus. It argues that a long-term perspective is crucial to avoid short-sighted policies and ensure sustainable development, particularly in areas like rural revitalization and environmental protection. The piece contrasts "visible achievements" (显绩) with "latent achievements" (潜绩), suggesting officials should prioritize the latter for long-term benefits. It cites the "Thousand Villages Demonstration, Ten Thousand Villages Renovation" project in Zhejiang and the planning of Xiong'an New Area as examples of successful long-term planning. The article ultimately advocates for a balanced approach, combining strategic patience with a sense of urgency to achieve effective governance.
Summary: The article emphasizes the importance of strengthening national defense education to enhance public awareness, patriotism, and support for the military in China. It highlights Xi Jinping's directives on making national defense a societal consensus amid increasing global instability and evolving warfare. The piece acknowledges progress made since the 18th Party Congress but points out shortcomings in current approaches, advocating for updated content, innovative methods, and targeted education for key demographics, including leaders, youth, and military personnel. It calls for improved infrastructure, resource integration, and legal frameworks to solidify national defense education. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article details common financial scams targeting the elderly in China, especially during the New Year season, including fraudulent investment schemes promising high returns, elder care scams involving fake retirement homes, and romance scams on social media leading to investment fraud. Authorities warn against "get-rich-quick" schemes and highlight tactics used to deceive seniors, such as fabricated investment apps and emotional manipulation. Officials emphasize the importance of vigilance, advising elderly individuals to consult with family before making financial decisions and warning against sharing personal information online. The piece does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article discusses the increasing role of "new employment groups" like delivery drivers in Chinese cities' social governance, particularly in areas like food safety monitoring. Examples include delivery drivers reporting unsafe "ghost kitchens" in Zhengzhou, and other cities implementing platforms and incentives for drivers to report issues. Cities are also working to protect drivers' information and create a respectful atmosphere. These efforts aim to transform drivers from service providers to partners in urban governance, enhancing both their professional value and the efficiency of city management.
Summary: A team of China Railway Guangzhou Group employees, Zhou Guangcheng, Jiang Yiyu, and Huang Bin, conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Hukun High-Speed Railway Xiangjiang River Grand Bridge, focusing on its external environment, structure, and the Xiangjiang waterway. To maintain this bridge's structure, they utilized unmanned boats, drones, and underwater robots to identify potential hazards like scouring and structural weaknesses, especially critical during the Spring Festival travel season with increased train frequency. The use of this technology has improved efficiency and the accuracy of the inspections. The team uses the data collected to model the bridge. The article makes no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has announced a crackdown on online misinformation concerning the national centralized drug procurement (集采) program. The CAC, in conjunction with the National Healthcare Security Administration, has taken action against accounts that allegedly spread false information, incite anxiety, and mislead the public regarding the program. Specific instances cited include fabricating quality issues with procured drugs/materials, inciting animosity between originator and generic drugs, and falsely associating non-procured products with the centralized program. These actions aim to safeguard the credibility of the 集采 policy and combat online behaviors aimed at profiting from public anxieties regarding healthcare.
Summary: Guangzhou will implement new regulations on vocational education starting March 1st aimed at integrating vocational and general education. The regulations will promote mutual enrollment transfers, credit recognition, and resource sharing between secondary vocational schools and regular high schools. The initiative intends to address the rigid separation of vocational and general education and improve pathways for vocational students. Guangzhou's local government is responsible for promoting coordinated development between vocational and regular education. The city hopes to meet the increasing demand for skilled workers driven by Guangzhou's industrial restructuring.
Summary: This article recounts the story of Zhang Kai, an 18-year-old college student working as a delivery driver in Beijing. Zhang delivered food to a customer in a hospital's intensive care unit, going beyond typical service by personally ensuring its delivery despite hospital restrictions. He refused the customer's tip and shared his experience in a video that went viral, garnering positive attention online. His actions were motivated by empathy for those with family in the hospital. The delivery platform, Meituan, recognized Zhang's kindness and awarded him for his good deed.
Summary: A rescue team in Shandong province successfully located a missing 90-year-old woman in snowy conditions in Cao County after receiving a plea from her family. The team, comprised of volunteers from multiple counties, employed drones and ground searches to find the woman, who was discovered unharmed one kilometer from where she went missing. The team leader, Zhu Qingru, emphasized the importance of their work in helping families despite facing past criticism. There is no discussion of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
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Summary: The article reports on China's efforts to protect the critically endangered Chinese sturgeon through artificial breeding, release programs, and habitat restoration. Researchers have successfully bred a third generation of artificially raised sturgeon, a significant step in ensuring the species' survival without relying solely on wild populations. Improved monitoring techniques have revealed a twenty-fold increase in the rate of sturgeon successfully entering the sea after release, attributed to the Yangtze River's fishing ban. The efforts include the creation of artificial spawning grounds and collaborative monitoring by fishermen and researchers along the Yangtze River and coastal areas, and there is no mention of the United States. The ultimate goal is to restore natural reproduction and ensure the long-term survival of the species.
Summary: The Ministry of Natural Resources has released a sixth batch of 11 model cases for realizing the value of ecological products. These cases highlight combined supply models of natural resources assets, such as land and water, or minerals and land. Regions like Beijing, Liaoning, and Zhejiang are actively promoting ecological industrialization. Beijing integrated the ecological management of the Liangma River with urban renewal, boosting the waterfront economy. The Ministry aims to continue releasing such cases to encourage the transformation of ecological advantages into developmental advantages.
Summary: The Yellow River in Ningxia fully thawed on February 5th, 16 days earlier than the average year. The Ningxia section of the Yellow River experienced later ice floe formation, shorter frozen stretches, and earlier thawing in the 2025-2026 period. Initial ice floes appeared on January 6th, later than average, followed by a secondary ice floe event. The longest frozen stretch reached 12 kilometers, thawing completely by February 5th. The river is currently operating at low flow and water levels, with the ice flood situation remaining stable.
Summary: Zhejiang province has completed its third national soil survey, creating a digital map of 122 million mu of agricultural land. This "digital atlas" represents a new phase of "digital perspective" in soil resource management for Zhejiang. The province established a quality control system with experts from the Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences and Zhejiang University to accurately map the diverse soil types. This digital archive will provide detailed information to improve fertilizer and irrigation practices, contributing to high-quality agricultural development. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The Guangxi Standardization Association announced its first list of 100 exemplary cases of high-quality group standards, including two standards spearheaded by the Guangxi Botanical Research Institute concerning *Gesneriaceae* plant research. These standards, focusing on image collection and field investigation techniques for both wild and cultivated *Gesneriaceae* species, represent China's first systematic technical standards for the conservation and study of this plant family. The standards address both digital preservation of germplasm resources and standardized field surveys, ensuring data uniformity and interoperability. Wen Fang, head of the China *Gesneriaceae* Plant Conservation Center, highlighted the significance of these standards for building a sharable digital germplasm resource database.
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Summary: In 2023, Xi Jinping praised Yiwu for its success in developing a large market for small commodities, transforming it into a major industry. From 2020 to 2025, Yiwu focused on developing its market, leading to a substantial increase in GDP and industrial value. Yiwu has also been a pilot for market reforms, such as the market procurement trade method, and is a key hub for China-Europe freight trains. The city is actively promoting new business models like cross-border e-commerce and digital trade. It is also optimizing urban and rural governance to foster innovation and improve living standards.
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Summary: The 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony will be held at the San Siro Stadium in Milan, marking Italy's third time hosting the event. Approximately 2,900 athletes will compete in the games, including 126 from China, the most ever sent by China to an overseas Winter Olympics. The games will be held across four zones, with the organizers hoping to unite different regions and traditions through this multi-site approach. International Olympic Committee representatives hope that this more distributed model will enhance the sustainability of hosting large events like the Winter Olympics and will conduct detailed evaluations of it for future consideration. China's delegation has grown from focusing on a few sports to having strength across many events, with returning champions and new athletes participating.
Summary: The 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, themed "City and Mountain," aims to showcase a blend of urban and alpine landscapes. The Games will feature 8 major events, 16 sub-events, and 116 minor events, with approximately 2,900 athletes from over 90 countries participating, including an increased percentage of female athletes. China has significantly increased its participation rate, sending 126 athletes to the games, reflecting the growth of Chinese winter sports since the Beijing Olympics. The event emphasizes global collaboration and the spirit of unity amidst shared challenges. There is no discussion of the United States or U.S.-China relations in the article.
Summary: Speed skater Ning Zhongyan and short track speed skater Zhang Chutong have been announced as China's flag bearers for the upcoming 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. Both athletes expressed feeling honored and responsible, aiming to display confidence and strive for victories. Zhang, a bronze medalist from the Beijing Olympics, emphasized the need for composure and confidence in the face of strong competition. Ning, a veteran also expressed excitement, drawing on his experience as a flag bearer at the Harbin Asian Winter Games and hoping to translate his strong World Cup performance to the Olympics. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article reports on the anticipation and preparations surrounding the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, highlighting the warm welcome given to international delegations, including the Chinese team. The pervasive Olympic spirit in Milan, marked by Winter Olympic symbols and Chinese cultural elements, is emphasized. The Chinese delegation's arrival and training are noted, with focus on the festive atmosphere and displays of national pride at their designated area. International Olympic Committee (IOC) representatives expressed confidence in the readiness of the games. The Chinese delegation consists of 126 athletes and are hoped to show their best forms.
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Summary: The 25th Winter Olympics is set to open in Milan on February 6th, with Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo ready to host the global sporting event. The Games emphasize sustainability, with over 90% of venues being existing or temporary structures. The Milan Winter Olympics Village, which officially opened on January 30th, has complete accommodation, dining, training and recovery facilities. The Italian government and various sectors of society have high expectations for the Winter Olympics. The preparation work has been recognized by the international community, with the International Olympic Committee praising the effective use of technology in venue construction and sustainable event organization, drawing on the successful experience of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.
Summary: The recently discovered diaries of David Sutton, a U.S. deputy prosecutor during the Tokyo Trials, have been acquired by a Chinese collector and delivered to the Memorial Hall of the Victims in the Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders. These diaries, confirmed as originals, detail Sutton's work in China collecting evidence of Japanese war crimes, particularly regarding the Nanjing Massacre. He visited multiple Chinese cities, interviewed survivors and witnesses, and compiled testimonies and data. Sutton played a key role in organizing evidence for the Tokyo Tribunal, converting witness accounts into court submissions. The diaries provide a first-person account of the evidence collection, witness selection, and indictment process.
Summary: According to Axios, the U.S. and Russia are nearing an agreement in negotiations to continue adhering to the New START treaty, with talks reportedly held in Abu Dhabi. The draft agreement still requires approval from both presidents. Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed regret over the treaty's expiration, emphasizing Russia's commitment to prioritizing its national interests regarding strategic stability. The New START treaty, signed in 2010, limits the number of deployed nuclear warheads and delivery systems for both countries.
Summary: Inner Mongolia's market supervision system is deepening its "physical examination-style supervision and service-oriented law enforcement" model. This involves early intervention, guidance, and follow-up to create a closed-loop service system. The system aims to reduce compliance costs for businesses by addressing policy and procedural uncertainties through various engagement activities. They offer lenient measures for minor violations, focusing on guidance and warnings to foster a more business-friendly environment. The system also helps enterprises with credit repair, financial support, and technical assistance to promote high-quality development. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: Xiong'an New Area is building a digital twin city with a focus on digital infrastructure and data integration, aiming to become a global leader in digital urban development. The city utilizes digital technologies in various sectors, including urban planning, governance, and industry, with over 10 billion data entries collected in its digital twin core system. The area is also attracting talent through supportive policies like "Xiong Cai 16 Articles" and platforms like the "Xiong Cai Cup" to foster innovation in fields like AI. Digital applications are improving local life and governance, with projects such as "Digital Dianxiang" enhancing rural management, and the area plans to further expand smart applications in future industries like aerospace information and new materials. There is no discussion of the United States in this article.
Summary: The article highlights the efforts of Orunxunda Group, a company specializing in ultra-low energy consumption and green smart healthy buildings, to create energy-efficient and comfortable living spaces. Orunxunda's "healthy house" products, exemplified by the train new city residential area near Xiong'an New Area, utilize smart control systems to regulate indoor temperature and air quality. The company's R&D General Manager, Fan Zhenfa, also introduced the company's "mobile space cabin," which can be used in a variety of situations due to its ability to withstand extreme weather. According to China Building Energy Conservation Association President Ni Jiangbo, this approach to building design is significant for achieving "dual carbon" goals by minimizing energy demand. Orunxunda aims to contribute to the green and intelligent transformation of Chinese architecture, supporting the development of Xiong'an New Area, and there is no mention of the United States.
Summary: An'ying Technology founder Zhou Haoran is leading a team in Xiong'an New Area to develop a portable device for detecting cerebral hemorrhage, aiming to reduce treatment time for stroke patients. The project is a collaboration with Professor Wang Yongjun's team from Beijing Tiantan Hospital and experts from various universities, supported by Xiong'an New Area's innovation policies. An'ying Technology was able to successfully establish itself in Xiong'an due to funding support following the "Xiong Cai Bei" innovation and entrepreneurship project roadshow. The company has since achieved technological breakthroughs, including fully independent research and development of core components. The project exemplifies Xiong'an's aggregation of "intelligent" manufacturing ecosystems, facilitating connections between enterprises and university resources.
Summary: The city of Langfang in Hebei province is focusing on developing its AI and computational infrastructure and related industries. Since its establishment in November 2023, Supine Technology has launched 16 AI applications in 14 fields. Langfang has implemented policies like issuing "computing power coupons" and establishing an AI industrial park to attract businesses and cultivate the industry. As of now, Langfang has 36 data center projects in operation, with 462,700 standard server racks. The information does not mention any U.S. involvement.
Summary: Ruitze Technology, a data center company based in Langfang, Hebei, is leveraging AI and liquid cooling technologies to develop green computing centers. The company's president, Li Li, stated Ruitze is committed to sustainable development. The company has established a provincial-level innovation consortium focused on artificial intelligence. Ruitze is responding to the "Eastern Data, Western Computing" national project.
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Summary: The article discusses the popularity of Chinese "delivery driver poet" Wang Jibing's poem "Three in the Afternoon" in Italy, focusing on its themes of universal human kindness and the dreams of laborers. Italian doctoral student Martina Benigni (林明月) translated the poem, finding its depiction of a mother and child's rest during a busy day deeply moving. Wang and Lin discuss the power of ordinary people and laborers in literature and how poetry provides solace and connection. Lin notes that the poem resonated with her due to her empathy for workers, including her own delivery-driver brother. They believe poetry bridges cultural gaps and highlights the beauty of everyday life in China.
Summary: The article describes a visit to Leo Tolstoy's estate, Yasnaya Polyana, near Tula, Russia, highlighting its significance as the place where he wrote major works like *War and Peace* and *Anna Karenina*. The estate, preserved as it was during Tolstoy's life, served as both a source of inspiration and a reflection of his evolving philosophies, particularly his renunciation of aristocratic life in favor of simplicity. The author recounts Tolstoy's later years, marked by correspondence with people around the world seeking guidance, and his eventual death at a train station, Kozlova Zaseka, not far from the estate. The article concludes by noting that visitors from all over the world visit the estate today.
Summary: A New Year's friendship concert held by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries featured a dialogue between Chinese and Western musical traditions. The concert showcased the *ruanxian*, a traditional Chinese instrument, alongside an Italian Stradivarius violin, with musicians Feng Mantian and Tang Yun performing. The event, attended by approximately 200 guests from 54 countries, aimed to promote cultural exchange through music, featuring both Chinese and Western classical pieces. Attendees noted the similarities between Chinese and Western musical concepts and the ability of music to facilitate cross-cultural understanding. The Cuban ambassador to China, Bai Shide, stated that the harmony between the two instruments embodies the spirit of mutual respect.
Summary: The article discusses how various cultures around the world celebrate the arrival of spring, focusing on the traditions and rituals in Thailand, Egypt, and Peru. In Thailand, the spring ploughing ceremony involves royal rituals and divination based on the choices of sacred oxen. Egypt's "Smelling the Breeze" festival involves picnics and enjoying the spring air, while Peru celebrates "Spring Day" as "Youth Day" with parades and festivities. The article emphasizes the universal human connection to nature and the celebration of life, renewal, and hope for a bountiful harvest during this season. There is no explicit mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: This appears to be contact information for a section of the *People's Daily*, specifically for international feedback ("rmrbgjfk@peopledaily.cn"). The information also includes the name of the page layout designer. The absence of substantive content prevents any further analysis or summary related to Chinese politics, official statements, or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The 2026 Central No. 1 Document, the fourteenth since the 18th Party Congress, focuses on agricultural work, emphasizing the integration of technology to modernize the sector. The document calls for promoting AI in agriculture and expanding the use of drones, IoT, and robots. It highlights the increasing contribution of agricultural technology, with the rate rising from 54.5% in 2012 to over 64% in 2025. Several provinces, including Beijing, Shandong, Jiangsu, and Heilongjiang, have announced initiatives to further integrate technology into agriculture, including AI breeding platforms and smart agriculture applications. The document does not mention any relationship with the United States.
Summary: Ningxia's Helan Mountain region is developing its wine industry, leveraging favorable climate and soil conditions to produce award-winning wines that are exported to over 40 countries. Local officials, including Ningxia Helan Mountain East Foothill Wine Industry Park Management Committee Director Li Jun, emphasize the industry's role in regional development, including providing employment for relocated residents and promoting ecological sustainability. Wine producers are focusing on quality, innovation, and branding through e-commerce and integrating wine with tourism and local culture. The Ningxia government, including Party Secretary Li Yifei, is supporting the industry with policies promoting technological upgrades, market expansion, and talent development.
Summary: Liu Sijun, the first secretary of Hejialou Village in Shaanxi Province, appointed by China Datang Corporation in 2025, is focused on ensuring the success of the village's "photovoltaic + elderly care" model, which uses solar power generation to fund elderly care services. Liu's work involves addressing villagers' concerns about the sustainability and management of the project, including ensuring consistent funds for the elderly care program. He is also working to expand the project with a second phase and secure policy support to broaden the scope of elderly services offered, such as organizing activities and providing free haircuts. By the end of 2025, the photovoltaic project had generated over 156,000 kWh of electricity, yielding over 55,000 yuan in revenue, transforming the village into a model for rural development.
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Summary: In a recent article published by *Qiushi* magazine, Xi Jinping emphasized the need for China's financial sector to serve the real economy and contribute to high-quality development. Researchers and business leaders discussed providing high-quality financial services to the real economy, supporting major national strategies, and meeting diverse corporate financial needs. Lin Jinjian of Fujian Saixian New Materials Co., Ltd., highlighted the role of financial support in promoting green manufacturing and technological innovation. Zheng Nanlei of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE) discussed the SZSE's role in facilitating innovation and capital formation. Long Quan of Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance emphasized the company's efforts to provide risk management services to key sectors and support elderly care.
Summary: The article emphasizes the importance of financial policy serving the people by supporting the real economy and improving livelihoods. It highlights the need for financial institutions to focus on inclusive finance, technological and green upgrades for industrial transformation, and strengthened regulation to protect consumer wealth. The piece advocates for financial innovation that supports domestic demand, helps small businesses, and promotes consumption in areas like healthcare and education. It also emphasizes supporting high-tech companies and facilitating the transition to green manufacturing. Ultimately, the article argues that a people-centered approach is crucial for financial stability and driving high-quality development.
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Summary: The author, now 90 years old, reflects on the speed of time and the nature of his current life in retirement, characterized by leisure and contemplation. He finds joy and meaning in simple pleasures like tending to plants and animals, collecting small objects, and most importantly, reconnecting with and nurturing his inner child. He draws inspiration from interactions with children, finding profound insights into their innocent perspectives on the world, particularly their expressions of love and safety. The author emphasizes that childhood is not a finite period but a continuous presence throughout life, enriching each stage with its unique qualities.
Summary: This article discusses a new collection of essays, *Yin Hui Feng* (引回风), by the prominent literary critic Li Jingze. The author, a contemporary of Li, reflects on Li's career, from his early days as a student to his influential role as a critic of contemporary Chinese literature. The author emphasizes Li's talent for language and his generosity in promoting the work of others. He also imagines a turning point in Li's life where he decided to focus on his own writing. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Peng Linggang's new book, *Ru Xi*, chronicles the lives and contributions of 50 Chinese opera artists through 49 essays, highlighting their dedication to the art form and cultural inheritance. The book uses varied narrative styles, from comprehensive depictions to focused anecdotes, to portray the artists' journeys and national sentiments. It emphasizes the selfless mentorship prevalent in the opera world, detailing instances where renowned masters dedicated themselves to passing on their skills. The book also covers various opera genres beyond Peking and Kunqu opera, including Yangju and Xiju, celebrating the artists who established schools and preserved their art. Enriched with valuable photographs, the book offers a visually appealing and insightful reading experience.
Summary: This article, a preface to the book "The Spiritual Pursuit of Chinese Civilization," discusses the importance of understanding the historical and cultural roots of the Chinese nation. It highlights key concepts within Chinese civilization, such as the interconnectedness of the universe (阴阳), the emphasis on social responsibility and national identity (家国), and the importance of self-cultivation (修身). The author argues that these elements provide a foundation for understanding Chinese values and can contribute to mutual learning among world civilizations. The article emphasizes the need to preserve and revitalize these cultural genes in the modern context. The author is the dean and professor of the School of Humanities at Tsinghua University.
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Summary: The book "The Discovery of Time" explores the historical shift from static views of nature to the modern understanding of "deep time" driven by 18th and 19th-century geological discoveries. It highlights how the realization that the Earth itself has a history led to the development of evolutionary biology and transformed our understanding of the universe. The book argues that this "discovery" of time reflects the growth of human reason and the importance of continuous scientific inquiry. It prompts reflection on whether the ultimate goal of science is to discover truth, or to maintain relentless curiosity about nature. There is no mention of the statements or actions of an official, or of U.S.-China relations in the provided article.
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By: 本报记者 金正波 李龙伊
On the shores of the South China Sea, the waves stretch far and wide. In the naval port, the Fujian ship stands tall, adorned with flags, accompanied by the Shandong ship.
On November 5, 2025, the commissioning and flag-granting ceremony for China's first electromagnetic catapult-equipped aircraft carrier, the Fujian ship (福建舰), was held at a naval port in Sanya (三亚), Hainan (海南). President Xi Jinping (习近平) attended the commissioning and flag-granting ceremony and boarded the ship for inspection.
President Xi (习近平) showed great concern for the lives of the officers and soldiers on board, making a special trip to the dining hall and soldiers' quarters to inspect the food and accommodation arrangements. He engaged in cordial exchanges with the soldiers, urging all levels to ensure comprehensive support so that the officers and soldiers could better devote themselves to the construction of the armed forces and war preparedness. The commander-in-chief's love for his soldiers was genuinely expressed.
His earnest exhortations stirred up the officers' and soldiers' determination to win battles: "We are confident in mastering the new domestically-built aircraft carrier, advancing into the deep blue sea, and fighting in the skies."
This oath is a resounding echo of the dream of a strong military.
"Adhere to the principle of 'grassroots first, soldiers first'," "Truly care for and love the officers and soldiers, and always keep their well-being at heart"... President Xi (习近平) puts his concern for the military into practice through his grassroots visits to border defenses, plateaus, decks, and cockpits, and weaves it into the lines of his replies.
Focusing on the Grassroots—
"The grassroots are the foundation of all work and combat effectiveness of the armed forces."
Soldiers are a major concern of the state; the morale of the soldiers is what the commander-in-chief cares about.
"Hello, comrades!" "Hello, President!"
"Comrades, you've worked hard!" "Serve the people!"
On September 3, 2025, the commander-in-chief's cordial greetings were filled with care at the military parade. Ardent emotions surged in the hearts of the officers and soldiers.
The majestic formations and the dialogue transcended time and space. The grand scene of the parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War was deeply etched in the mind of Zhai Chengyou (翟成友), a soldier from the "Strong Military and Skilled Red Fourth Company" (强军精武红四连) of an army brigade.
The "Strong Military and Skilled Red Fourth Company" (强军精武红四连) is a Red Army company with a rich history and outstanding achievements. President Xi (习近平) once inspected the company and signed an order to confer the title upon it. In 2024, President Xi (习近平) replied to all the officers and soldiers of the company, encouraging them to strive to build a highly skilled and capable company that is sure to win, and to make new achievements and contributions on the new journey of the new era.
His kind concern and heartfelt encouragement are engraved in the hearts of the officers and soldiers.
During the parade, Zhai Chengyou (翟成友) held the company's battle flag high as he marched through Tiananmen Square (天安门广场), receiving the review of the Party and the people. "Only by being loyal to our mission and working tirelessly can we live up to President Xi's (习近平) trust and expectations. We must take over the baton of history, strengthen our ability to win battles, and safeguard the peace and security of the country!" Zhai Chengyou's (翟成友) belief is firm.
Why does President Xi (习近平) attach so much importance to grassroots units through inspections, title conferments, and replies? The answer can be found in his important discourses.
"The grassroots are the foundation of all work and combat effectiveness of the armed forces. All work of the armed forces must be implemented at the grassroots level, and the frontline charge also relies entirely on the grassroots";
"The foundation of the Party is at the grassroots level, and the foundation of the military is also at the grassroots level. Only when the grassroots are strong can the military be strong, and only when the young officers and soldiers are strong can the military have a future";
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Always bearing in mind, and acting accordingly.
Since the new era, President Xi (习近平) has repeatedly gone deep into grassroots units for inspection and research, and has replied to grassroots officers and soldiers many times. Every caring greeting and every warm handshake embodies the commander-in-chief's love for his soldiers.
In the northern border region, the snow is white and the cold is biting. At the Sanjiaoshan (三角山)哨所, the red flag flutters in the wind.
Second-class Sergeant Li Changyue (李长月) will never forget that winter day in early 2014 when President Xi (习近平) braved the severe cold of minus 30 degrees Celsius to inspect the company and ascend the sentry post. After solemnly signing the observation log, President Xi (习近平) said emotionally: "Today, I am on duty with you."
The heartwarming words boiled with enthusiasm. "President Xi (习近平) took off his gloves and shook hands with each of us, and also had a meal with us in the company canteen, chatting while eating, which was especially kind," Li Changyue (李长月) recalled.
The commander-in-chief's approachability warmed the hearts of the soldiers and boosted morale. Li Changyue (李长月), who had originally planned to retire and study, resolutely chose to take root in the border defense under the encouragement of "fighting against the heavens and the earth, climbing ice and lying in snow, and guarding the border."
In the new spring of the following year, all the officers and soldiers of the company were pleasantly surprised to receive a reply from President Xi (习近平) - "I hope that you comrades will focus on strengthening the comprehensive construction of the company, promote the goal of strengthening the military to take root in the company and on the border, and make new contributions to building a solid security and stability barrier in the northern border of the motherland!"
The spring breeze bathes the border. The officers and soldiers keep their mission in mind and stick to their posts, and the construction of the company is advancing by leaps and bounds. "With me on the border, please rest assured, motherland!" The oath is sonorous, and this is the echo of the commander-in-chief's care.
"The foundation for achieving the goal of strengthening the military lies at the grassroots level, and the vitality also lies at the grassroots level." President Xi (习近平) attaches great importance to grassroots construction and always cares about frontline officers and soldiers—
In 2013, in the Gobi Desert in the dead of winter, President Xi (习近平) braved the severe cold to visit some of the equipment of an air force base and cordially met with representatives of the officers and soldiers and technicians of the base;
In 2016, on Heixiazi Island (黑瞎子岛), President Xi (习近平) came to the sentry post located at the easternmost end of the motherland, climbed the 30-meter-high sentry tower, inspected the duty facilities, and inquired about the duty situation;
In 2019, on the shores of the South China Sea, President Xi (习近平) attended the commissioning ceremony of the Navy's Shandong ship (山东舰), and then went to the bridge to have cordial exchanges with the officers and soldiers;
In 2021, President Xi (习近平) replied to all the officers and soldiers of the "Plateau Border Defense Model Battalion," praising "You are all good";
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From the Gobi Desert to the frontline of coastal defense, from the northern border sentry post to the southern military port, in the footprints of thousands of miles of mountains and rivers and in the earnest exhortations, there is thinking that looks at the overall situation and concerns the long-term.
Relying on the grassroots and strengthening the grassroots, President Xi (习近平) has always attached great importance to the grassroots and has deep feelings for them, leading all levels to strengthen the thinking of consolidating the foundation, establish a clear orientation of focusing on the grassroots, and promote the Party's goal of strengthening the military in the new era to take root at the grassroots level.
Warmth for the Officers and Soldiers—
"Listen to the voices of the officers and soldiers and respond to their expectations"
"I know this soldier." President Xi (习近平) recognized the soldier Wang Zhongxin (王忠心) at a glance when he saw his photo in a military history museum of a certain base.
Small details reveal true feelings. Being able to remember an ordinary soldier after many years, this naturally revealed sense of closeness stems from the commander-in-chief's sincere feelings of caring for the grassroots and loving the soldiers.
This is an unforgettable moment for Du Fuguo (杜富国), the winner of the honorary title of "Heroic Demining Soldier" - on July 31, 2019, at the ceremony held by the Central Military Commission to award honorary titles, President Xi (习近平) solemnly hung the medal of honor on Du Fuguo's (杜富国) chest and carefully arranged the ribbon.
"Take good care of your health." Before leaving, President Xi (习近平) patted Du Fuguo (杜富国) on the shoulder and exhorted him.
Care is manifested in the details. "Are the soldiers cold when they sleep? Can they take hot showers? How is the company's food?" These "small things" in life are major concerns in the commander-in-chief's heart.
In the earthquake-stricken area of Lushan (芦山), Sichuan (四川), after learning that pilot Zhang Shangnian (张尚年) had interrupted his wedding to rush to the disaster area, he urged with concern: "Find a day and hurry up and have the wedding."
In the former National Flag Guard of the Beijing Garrison, he earnestly exhorted: "The outdoor temperature is very low in winter, so pay attention to keeping warm."
"When I go to the troops for research, I have to take time to go to the dormitories, canteens, and sentry posts of the grassroots companies to understand the soldiers' clothing, food, warmth, and urgent needs, and ask to do a better job of the soldiers' lives as much as possible under the standards." The commander-in-chief is concerned about the soldiers' situation, affairs, and expectations.
Thousands of miles of border roads, deep love for soldiers. President Xi (习近平) is very concerned about the officers and soldiers on the plateau. During an inspection of a grassroots unit, President Xi (习近平) pointed out that all levels should keep the well-being of the officers and soldiers at heart, help them solve their problems, and especially solve the practical difficulties of officers and soldiers in areas above 3,000 meters above sea level, such as oxygen absorption, medical treatment, and eating fresh vegetables.
The Kunmujia (昆木加)哨所 of a certain unit of the Tibet Military Region (西藏军区) at an altitude of about 4,900 meters is short of oxygen and has harsh conditions. In the past, officers and soldiers could only eat cabbage and potatoes in winter, and relied on canned food when heavy snow blocked the mountains.
Now, with the efforts of all levels, the various guarantees of the Kunmujia (昆木加)哨所 have been gradually improved: the snow-covered distribution service has achieved a cold chain delivery within 3 days, diffused oxygen supply covers the entire post, and the oxygen generator runs 24 hours a day... Good guarantees have stimulated the enthusiasm of officers and soldiers to take root on the plateau and make contributions to border defense.
"Stationed on the snowy plateau, President Xi's (习近平) care makes us feel extremely happy," said Suolang Zhaxi (索朗扎西), a cadre of the unit.
We must think about what the officers and soldiers are worried about, and we must do what the officers and soldiers expect.
President Xi (习近平) pointed out: "All levels should keep the grassroots officers and soldiers in mind, listen to their voices, and respond to their expectations."
In recent years, all levels of the armed forces have focused their work on the grassroots, put themselves in the shoes of the officers and soldiers, and taken the initiative to do practical things, solve difficulties, and do good things for them.
A certain unit of the Xinjiang Military Region (新疆军区) has worked hard to solve the problem of hot food supply at night on the plateau, so that officers and soldiers can have a hot meal when they return from duty; a certain unit of the Rocket Force (火箭军) has set up a "service station for soldiers" and arranged for office cadres to serve as "service commissioners for soldiers," establishing a new service mechanism of "commissioner coordination, departmental linkage, and full agency"; a certain unit of the Joint Logistics Support Force (联勤保障部队) has formed a mobile service team and entered various training units to provide officers and soldiers with "one-stop" logistics support services during training intervals... A series of warm measures have effectively gathered the morale of the soldiers.
"I have an indissoluble bond with the military and have deep feelings for the military." President Xi (习近平) worked in the military for a period of time when he was young, and during his tenure as a local leader, he was very concerned about and supported the construction of national defense and the military. He once wrote a poem "It is rare for the whole city to celebrate, loving my people and loving my army" to express his feelings. Today, "loving my people and loving my army" has become a vivid portrayal of the whole army supporting the government and cherishing the people, and the military and civilians working together to forge ahead.
In the Huaihai Campaign Memorial Hall (淮海战役纪念馆) in Xuzhou (徐州), Jiangsu Province (江苏省), the gilded characters "The Victory of the People" are particularly eye-catching. The narrator introduced that the civilian workers who supported the front used wheelbarrows to transport food and wounded soldiers for the People's Liberation Army, which effectively promoted the victory of the Huaihai Campaign (淮海战役).
Today, with the joint efforts of the military and civilians, the barracks are filled with warmth. "Xuzhou (徐州) is a major city for garrison troops. We strive to solve the urgent needs and difficulties of the garrison troops and the 'three backs' problems of the officers and soldiers, and strive to gather the hearts of the people, warm the hearts of the people, and stabilize the hearts of the army," said the person in charge of the Xuzhou (徐州) double support work.
"We must care for the officers and soldiers with full enthusiasm, try every means to solve their problems, and constantly enhance their sense of gain," "The guarantees that should be guaranteed must be guaranteed, and the policies that should be implemented must be implemented"... From the commander-in-chief to the soldiers, from the military to the local areas, a warm current of respecting soldiers and caring for officers and soldiers is surging.
In recent years, the National Double Support Office has deployed and carried out activities such as "Focusing on the Frontline and Concentrating on Solving Difficulties" and "Caring for Border and Coastal Defense Officers and Soldiers," mobilizing national double support model cities (counties) to focus on the needs of grassroots companies in border and coastal defense, continuously helping officers and soldiers improve their working conditions, and helping solve practical family problems; the Law on the Protection of the Status and Rights and Interests of Military Personnel and the Law on the Protection of Veterans have been promulgated and implemented; and preferential treatment certificates for veterans and other preferential treatment recipients have been issued... Respect and care are being implemented.
Inspiring Military Morale—
"The strong military cause of the motherland, you are the hope"
Military affairs are linked to the morale of the soldiers, and the morale of the soldiers is related to combat effectiveness.
In December 2012, President Xi (习近平) chose Guangdong (广东) as the location for his first local inspection after the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. President Xi (习近平) had two lunches in the troops, both of which were buffet meals with the soldiers in the soldiers' canteen.
On the Navy's Haikou ship (海口舰), President Xi (习近平) solemnly signed the ship's log for the day; in the sailors' living quarters, upon hearing that two soldiers were on rest, President Xi (习近平) said apologetically: "Then am I disturbing your rest by coming?"... The officers and soldiers engraved the scenes in their hearts. In the corridor of the Haikou ship (海口舰), the group photo of President Xi (习近平) and the sailors on the bow of the ship constantly inspires every officer and soldier.
Heading towards the sea and embarking on expeditions. In recent years, the officers and soldiers of the Haikou ship (海口舰) have kept their entrustment in mind and forged ahead bravely, tempering their swords in the distant seas and oceans.
Deeply devoted to the grassroots, caring for and inspiring the three services. The officers and soldiers of the entire army feel the commander-in-chief's love for the soldiers from every detail, are greatly encouraged, and gather the mighty power to listen to the Party's command and strive to strengthen the military.
Deep concern, forging the soul of loyalty—
When President Xi (习近平) visited and comforted the officers and soldiers of the "Great Merit Third Company" (大功三连) of an army brigade, he encouraged them to carry forward their fine traditions, keep close to the times, keep close to practice, and keep close to the officers and soldiers, do a good job in arming their minds with the Party's innovative theories, strive to cultivate a new generation of revolutionary soldiers with "four haves," forge a "four irons" strong force, and promote the goal of strengthening the military to take root in the company.
During the overseas peacekeeping mission in 2025, the Third Company always adhered to Xi Jinping's (习近平) thinking on strengthening the military as a guide to promote the Party's innovative theories to take root. In the process of learning, thinking, and practicing, the officers and soldiers overcame various difficulties, completed their tasks to a high standard, carried out more than 30 armed patrols and escorts, with a total distance of more than 8,000 kilometers, and effectively protected the safety of civilians many times in emergency situations.
"Deeply study and practice to consolidate the foundation, and focus on winning battles to strengthen the skills." The company's cadres firmly stated, "All the officers and soldiers of the company will certainly live up to their mission and live up to their high expectations, and transform the results of their studies into a vivid practice of striving to overcome difficulties and striving to strengthen the military."
Deep concern, inspiring the dream of a strong military—
On a winter morning, the runway of the Air Force Aviation University is bathed in soft rays of dawn, and the "eaglets" are making their final preparations before takeoff.
Suddenly, the roar of the engine breaks the silence. Taxiing, taking off, accelerating... The trainer flies to the designated airspace. Looking at the magnificent arcs in the air, the flight instructors show a gratified smile.
On the occasion of the August 1st Army Day in 2020, President Xi (习近平) came to the Air Force Aviation University for inspection and extended his sincere greetings to the teachers, students, and staff of the school.
At the training ground, seeing the flight students undergoing the rotating ladder training, President Xi (习近平) earnestly exhorted, "We must cherish and protect them. The training of a pilot embodies the expectations of the Party and the people. The strong military cause of the motherland, you are the hope," "Study hard, train hard, train scientifically, and become blue sky eagles as soon as possible, and contribute to strengthening the military and rejuvenating the army."
The flight students were full of pride: "We must train hard on the ground and fly skillfully in the air, and become excellent pilots who can fight in the sky as soon as possible."
Deep concern, inspiring the will to win—
President Xi (习近平) emphasized: "In peacetime, we must never spoil the soldiers. A mighty army must still be mighty, and soldiers must still have blood."
On the training ground of the "Falcon Commando" (猎鹰突击队) of the Armed Police Force, smoke filled the air. Bullets fired out of the chamber and accurately hit the target. Not far away, the words "From here to the battlefield" shone brightly.
Preparing for war and waiting for orders. The officers and soldiers dare not stop for a moment, treating every training session as actual combat.
President Xi (习近平) personally presented the flag to the "Falcon Commando" (猎鹰突击队) of the Armed Police Force, and in April 2024, he replied to all the members of the "Falcon Commando" (猎鹰突击队), encouraging them to "strive to forge a world-class anti-terrorism special operations force and be ready to make new contributions to the Party and the people at all times."
This entrustment has been transformed into the conscious action of the team members. "We will definitely use the weapons in our hands to the extreme and practice the tactics and methods to the extreme, and accumulate the strength to win." Special operations team member Wu Yuanhao (吴元昊) has a firm gaze.
President Xi (习近平) pointed out that it is necessary to comprehensively forge a strong grassroots that listens to the Party and follows the Party, a strong grassroots that can fight and win battles, and a strong grassroots that has strict laws and disciplines and a good atmosphere, so as to provide a solid foundation and support for promoting the cause of strengthening the military.
The commander-in-chief's care and exhortations are like the spring breeze and rain, warming the hearts of the soldiers; the commander-in-chief's expectations and spurs gather morale and inspire fighting spirit.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposal proposes to achieve the centenary goal of the army as scheduled and promote the modernization of national defense and the military with high quality. Under the caring gaze of the commander-in-chief, the People's Army is striving to pursue its dreams on the road to strengthening the military, effectively improving its strategic capabilities to safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests, and providing strategic support for realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, February 5th. February 5th, Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and President of the People's Republic of China, replied to Thongloun Sisoulith (通伦), General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party and President of Laos, jointly announcing that 2026 will be designated as the "China-Laos Friendship Year" and launching a series of celebratory activities.
Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that China and Laos are good neighbors and good friends connected by mountains and rivers and enjoying generations of friendship, and are good comrades and good partners with common ideals and a shared future. In recent years, the two sides have sought development through mutually beneficial cooperation and met challenges through solidarity and collaboration, firmly supporting each other on issues involving each other's core interests, bringing tangible benefits to the people of both countries. I and General Secretary and President Thongloun (通伦) have held multiple meetings, reaching important consensus on deepening the building of a China-Laos community with a shared future, and drawing a blueprint for the development of relations between the two parties and two countries in the new situation.
Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that **一元复始，万象更新** (yī yuán fù shǐ, wàn xiàng gēng xīn - "the beginning of a new year, everything is renewed," a fresh start; a time of renewal and hope). China-Laos relations are at their best historical period and are ushering in broad development prospects. China always views China-Laos relations from a strategic height and a long-term perspective, and is willing to take the celebration of the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Laos and the "China-Laos Friendship Year" as an opportunity to continue the traditional friendship, deepen pragmatic cooperation, strengthen strategic coordination, promote the building of a China-Laos community with a shared future to be at the forefront of relations between countries, and make greater contributions to promoting regional peace, stability and development and prosperity.
In his New Year's congratulatory message to Xi Jinping (习近平), Thongloun (通伦) stated that under the personal care and leadership of General Secretary and President Xi Jinping (习近平), the traditional friendship between Laos and China has become more solid, political mutual trust has deepened, and comprehensive strategic cooperation has yielded fruitful results. I will guide the various departments of the Lao side to cooperate with the Chinese side to successfully organize a series of celebratory activities for the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Laos and China and the "Laos-China Friendship Year", create a high-standard, high-quality, and high-level Laos-China community with a shared future, and continuously promote the relations between the two countries and pragmatic cooperation in various fields to a new height in the new era, and set an example for building a community with a shared future for mankind.
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In the dead of winter, Khunjerab Pass (红其拉甫口岸) sits at an altitude of 5,100 meters.
In the early morning, the world's highest border crossing slowly opens. The temperature has dropped to minus 25 degrees Celsius, and the oxygen content is less than half that of the plains.
"Today is the forty-seventh vehicle. The documents are verified, cleared!" Zhu Yan (朱岩), a customs officer from the Khunjerab Customs (红其拉甫海关) under Urumqi Customs (乌鲁木齐海关), braves the biting wind and walks towards the slowly approaching truck.
As the Spring Festival approaches, this only land route between China and Pakistan has entered its busiest time of the year.
Khunjerab Pass (红其拉甫口岸) is located in Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County (塔什库尔干塔吉克自治县), Kashgar Prefecture (喀什地区), Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (新疆维吾尔自治区). "Now there are more vehicles passing through, and every link must be safe and efficient," said Zhu Yan (朱岩). In the cold wind, his hands are already frozen red.
"In the past, it would take one or two days to pass through Khunjerab (红其拉甫), and in winter, I would spend the night in the cab, wrapped in two quilts and still shivering from the cold," said Qin Heyan (秦和燕), a truck driver who travels between China and Pakistan all year round, with much emotion. "Now it's different. It takes just over six hours from loading goods in Kashgar (喀什) to completing the exit formalities at Khunjerab (红其拉甫), saving time and worry."
The change Qin Heyan (秦和燕) mentioned stems from the "highway port + local direct access" supervision model launched by Urumqi Customs (乌鲁木齐海关).
Khunjerab Pass (红其拉甫口岸) has a high altitude and harsh climate. In the past, restricted by geographical conditions, regulatory processes and other factors, the cross-border vehicle clearance process was cumbersome and time-consuming. "In order to solve this problem, we vigorously promoted the reform of the customs clearance process, streamlined and integrated the customs clearance links, reducing the original cumbersome 16 customs clearance procedures to 7, and canceling unnecessary inspection links," said Li Zhuo (李卓), Director of Khunjerab Customs (红其拉甫海关). By promoting "advance declaration, inspection and release upon arrival" and "intelligent image review, inspection as appropriate," the process is streamlined and efficiency is improved.
At the Khunjerab Pass (红其拉甫口岸) customs clearance site, the reporter saw that the H986 large container inspection system, like a pair of "smart eyes," stood steadily beside the customs clearance channel. Trucks do not need to stop, and can complete a full range of scans by slowly passing through. The system automatically identifies cargo information and compares it with the declaration documents, taking only 30 seconds in total.
"This system can not only accurately identify goods, but also save inspection time, greatly improving customs clearance efficiency," Zhu Yan (朱岩) introduced. In the past, manual inspection of a truck would take at least 40 minutes, and even longer for complex goods. Now, with the support of intelligent systems, inspection efficiency has been greatly improved.
The improvement of efficiency is also reflected in the efforts of collaborative linkage.
Khunjerab Customs (红其拉甫海关) has established a linkage mechanism with the Kashgar Comprehensive Bonded Zone (喀什综合保税区), and implemented the "bonded zone stocking, port rapid customs clearance" model. Enterprises transport goods to the Kashgar Comprehensive Bonded Zone (喀什综合保税区) in advance to complete declaration, inspection and other preliminary procedures. After the goods are shipped, they only need to complete the export cancellation at Khunjerab Pass (红其拉甫口岸) to quickly clear customs. In addition, the customs also promotes electronic declaration, online review and other services, so that drivers do not need to submit paper documents on site, and can complete declaration, inquiry and other operations through a mobile phone application.
As dusk approaches, the last outbound truck of the day slowly drives out of the country. Zhu Yan (朱岩) and his colleagues began to sort out the data, review the day's work, and prepare the plan for the next day.
On the monitoring screen, the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway is like a silk ribbon, winding between the peaks of the Karakoram Mountains (喀喇昆仑).
"This year I will spend my fourth Spring Festival here," Zhu Yan (朱岩) looked out the window, the five-star red flag on the national gate fluttering in the wind against the backdrop of the snow-capped mountains. "Although I can't go home for a reunion, it is worth the effort to guard this 'sky road' and allow more materials and more people to travel smoothly."
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, February 5th. Premier of the State Council Li Qiang (李强) recently signed a State Council decree, announcing the "Decision of the State Council on Amending and Repealing Certain Administrative Regulations," which will take effect on March 20, 2026.
In order to fully implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and the Plenary Sessions of the 20th CPC Central Committee, implement the spirit of the reform of Party and state institutions, promote the transformation of government functions, create a first-class market-oriented, law-based, and international business environment, and focus on improving the systematicness, integrity, coordination, and timeliness of administrative regulations, the State Council has reviewed the administrative regulations involved and decided to amend some provisions of 9 administrative regulations and repeal 2 administrative regulations.
Amending administrative regulations such as the "Regulations on Urban Greening" adjusts the names of institutions that have been changed and the names of institutions involved in the transfer of responsibilities, to better adapt to the current practice of China's administrative management system.
Amending administrative regulations such as the "Regulations on Scenic Areas" improves the relevant planning approval system and ensures coherence with relevant national reform policies.
Amending administrative regulations such as the "Regulations on River Management of the People's Republic of China" maintains consistency with the relevant provisions of the newly revised "Administrative Reconsideration Law of the People's Republic of China" and other laws and administrative regulations.
Repealing administrative regulations such as the "Regulations on Township Coal Mine Management" better adapts to the current needs of reform and development practices and the actual work in related fields.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, February 5th. Wang Huning (王沪宁), a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), met with Cuban Party and Government Special Envoy, member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rodriguez in Beijing (北京) on the 5th.
Wang Huning (王沪宁) stated that in 2025, President Xi Jinping (习近平) and President Díaz-Canel met twice, 擘画蓝图 (bò huà lán tú - "blueprint," to draw up a magnificent plan; to envision a grand design) for building a closer China-Cuba community with a shared future. The Chinese side will firmly support the Cuban side's just struggle against foreign interference and jointly safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of developing countries. It is believed that the Communist Party of Cuba will overcome difficulties and obstacles and lead the Cuban people to continuously achieve new achievements on the road of building socialism. The National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协) is willing to contribute to deepening China-Cuba friendly cooperation.
Rodriguez stated that China (中国) is an important force in maintaining world peace and represents hope for the Global South. He thanked the Chinese side for its selfless assistance to Cuba (古巴), and the Cuban side is willing to work with the Chinese side to implement the consensus reached by the two heads of state, continuously enhance the relations between the two parties and two countries, and jointly defend international fairness and justice.
Bater (巴特尔), Wang Dongfeng (王东峰), and others attended the meeting.
Return to TopThis newspaper Beijing (北京), February 5th (Reporter Wang Ke (王珂)) reported: The reporter learned from the Ministry of Commerce (商务部): Since the implementation of the policy to optimize trade-in for home appliances and subsidies for new digital and smart products this year, the effects have gradually become apparent. In January, sales of 6 types of home appliances and 4 types of digital and smart products exceeded 15 million units, with sales of nearly 59 billion yuan.
Currently, the subsidy policies for home appliances and digital and smart products have been fully implemented. In January, 6.813 million home appliances were traded in, driving sales of 29.71 billion yuan; 9.115 million digital and smart products were purchased new, driving sales of 29.21 billion yuan.
In January, offline sales of trade-ins for home appliances and new purchases of digital and smart products accounted for nearly 80%, an increase of approximately 20% year-on-year. Some offline stores have seen increased performance and customer traffic, while also having a strong driving effect on cross-scenario consumption such as leisure and entertainment, transportation, and specialty catering, forming a virtuous cycle of trade-in attracting traffic and diversified consumption increasing revenue, a truly 良性格局 (liáng xìng gé jú - "virtuous pattern," a positive and beneficial situation or structure).
Return to TopThis newspaper Kunming (昆明) February 5th (Reporter Ye Chuanzeng (叶传增)) On February 5th, the transmission lines of the China section and the Laos section of the China-Laos 500 kV Interconnection Project were physically connected at the border between Mohan (磨憨) in Yunnan Province (云南省) and Boten (磨丁) in Laos, marking the full connection of the domestic and foreign lines of the project. The total length of the project line is 177.5 kilometers. After it is put into operation, it is expected to have a two-way power transmission capacity of 1.5 million kilowatts and an annual transmission of about 3 billion kilowatt-hours of clean energy, which will provide an efficient and green channel for power interconnection and clean energy transmission in the Lancang-Mekong (澜湄) region.
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During the Spring Festival travel season, some southern cities have erected rain shelters between subway station exits and train station entrances. These covered walkways not only connect two transportation nodes but also link public services with the expectations of the people, reflecting the vivid practice of "promoting high-quality urban renewal, high-level operation, and high-efficiency governance."
High-efficiency governance is often reflected in the efficient resolution of urgent and pressing problems that concern the people. This year's Spring Festival travel season features a series of measures, such as limited-time free refunds for train tickets mistakenly purchased online and "door-to-door" luggage delivery, reflecting a service concept of proactively addressing people's concerns and taking the lead in solving their difficulties. This shift from solving "whether there is" to caring about "whether it is good" is precisely the key to enhancing the people's sense of gain, happiness, and security.
"Considering issues from the people's standpoint and insisting on guaranteeing and improving people's livelihoods in development." As the Spring Festival approaches, Party committees and governments at all levels especially need to enhance their awareness of problems and be good at governance, thinking one step further and doing a little more in areas such as transportation, market supply, and public safety to ensure that the people have a happy, safe, and peaceful holiday. 善治善为 (shàn zhì shàn wéi - "good governance good action," to govern well and take effective action).
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On February 5th, the State Council Information Office (国务院新闻办) held a press conference to introduce the market supervision service's contribution to high-quality economic development.
Business entities are an important micro-foundation for economic recovery and improvement. Deng Zhiyong (邓志勇), Deputy Director of the State Administration for Market Regulation (国家市场监督管理总局) and Director of the National Standardization Administration (国家标准化管理委员会), introduced that the development quality of business entities is continuously improving. In 2025, 25.745 million new business entities were established nationwide, and the number of active enterprises in operation increased by 9.8% year-on-year, accounting for 4.7 percentage points higher than the proportion of all enterprises.
Investigated and handled 14,600 cases of unfair competition
Market supervision departments always regard serving the development of business entities as an important responsibility, continuously improve the market access and exit mechanism, deepen the reform of the registered capital subscription system, vigorously promote the reform of "efficiently handling one matter" for enterprise relocation and individual industrial and commercial households transforming into enterprises, optimize the handling process of high-frequency enterprise-related matters such as enterprise cancellation and credit repair, vigorously rectify outstanding problems of illegal charges, strengthen the protection of intellectual property rights and trade secrets, and timely introduce a package of policies and measures to help enterprises alleviate difficulties and reduce burdens and increase efficiency.
The Central Economic Work Conference emphasized the in-depth promotion of the construction of a unified national market. Fair competition is the basic principle of a market economy and an objective requirement for building a unified national market. In 2025, the market supervision department organized and carried out spot checks on fair competition reviews, urging relevant policy-making authorities to rectify policies and measures that hinder the unified market and fair competition; investigated and handled 14,600 cases of various types of anti-unfair competition. Comprehensively rectified "involution-style" competition, strengthened cost investigation, price inspection, and interview guidance for key enterprises, and effectively promoted the timely cooling down of "price wars" and "subsidy wars."
"To transform China's super-large-scale market advantages into high-quality development momentum, it is necessary to build a good institutional rule and vigorously eliminate local protectionism and timely correct improper intervention in market competition behavior, and promote the unblocking of blockages that restrict economic circulation," said Yao Lei (姚雷), Director of the Price Supervision and Inspection and Anti-Unfair Competition Bureau of the State Administration for Market Regulation (国家市场监督管理总局价格监督检查和反不正当竞争局).
Only by dismantling the "fence" can we build a "fast lane." This year, efforts to eliminate local protectionism and administrative monopoly will focus on three aspects:
In terms of strict law enforcement and case handling, organize special actions, focus on investigating and handling a batch of key cases, promote the abolition of a batch of regulations and practices that hinder the unified national market and fair competition, and comprehensively improve the quality and efficiency of law enforcement to stop the abuse of administrative power to exclude and restrict competition and anti-monopoly.
In terms of strengthening source governance, deeply implement the "Fair Competition Review Regulations," study and revise supporting implementation measures, improve the review mechanism for important policies and measures, strictly restrict the application of exception provisions, and resolutely prevent the introduction of policies and measures that exclude and restrict competition.
In terms of emphasizing compliance construction, give full play to the role of the Office of the Anti-Monopoly and Anti-Unfair Competition Committee of the State Council (国务院反垄断反不正当竞争委员会办公室), strengthen cross-departmental risk consultation and information sharing, and enhance policy synergy.
Recovered 4.35 billion yuan in economic losses for consumers
The Central Economic Work Conference emphasized adhering to domestic demand as the mainstay and building a strong domestic market. Creating a good market order for reassuring consumption is conducive to smoothing the supply and demand cycle and releasing consumption potential. In 2025, the market supervision system received a total of 26.46 million complaints and reports, recovering 4.35 billion yuan in economic losses for consumers. A total of 8.236 million consumer goods were recalled throughout the year, and 3,683 tons of infringing, counterfeit, and shoddy goods were destroyed uniformly.
The State Administration for Market Regulation (国家市场监督管理总局) regards optimizing the consumption environment as an important starting point for boosting consumption. In 2025, a three-year action to optimize the consumption environment was launched, achieving phased results.
In terms of stimulating consumption potential, relevant departments have released more than 210 national standards for bulk consumer goods such as home appliances, furniture, and clothing, as well as service consumption such as sports and fitness, cultural tourism, and catering, and formulated and promoted a standard system for elderly care services, a quality evaluation system for tourism services, and a credit system for domestic services, continuously improving service quality. Relevant departments have built 19.325 million charging infrastructures, and the number of commercial logistics distribution outlets in counties and villages has reached 30,000, and there are 8,132 "15-minute convenient living circles," and consumption scenarios are constantly enriched.
In terms of solving consumption pain points, the "Iron Fist" action to protect consumption was deployed, focusing on investigating and handling illegal acts such as quality and safety of children's toys, illegal modification of electric bicycles, trademark infringement in the e-commerce field, **霸王条款** (bà wáng tiáo kuǎn - "tyrannical clauses," unfair or exploitative terms in a contract), and "ghost takeaways" that the masses strongly reflect, vigorously investigating and handling the sale of inferior down jackets, the manufacture and sale of fake and shoddy fuel appliances, and carrying out centralized law enforcement actions on gas station metering fraud, and investigated and handled 72,000 related cases.
In terms of improving the consumption experience, jointly initiated the "Inter-Provincial and Inter-Store Return and Exchange Initiative," publicized 214,000 offline units with no-reason returns on the consumer inquiry platform, revised and issued the "Measures for Handling Complaints and Reports of Market Supervision and Administration," formulated the "Guiding Opinions on Deeply Promoting the Resolution of Consumer Disputes," and the publicity rate of the national 12315 complaint publicity platform rose to 98.4%.
In helping the implementation of the "Two News" policy, Liu Hongsheng (刘洪生), Director of the Standards Technology Management Department of the State Administration for Market Regulation (国家市场监督管理总局标准技术管理司), introduced that relevant departments have timely iterated and updated consumer-side standards. Focusing on trade-in of consumer goods, expansion of service consumption, and housing renovation and upgrading, 230 standards have been issued centrally to promote the improvement of the quality of goods, services, and projects, and accelerate the upgrading and expansion of personal and family consumption.
The market supervision department will take the construction of reassuring consumption agglomeration areas as the carrier, issue policy documents such as reassuring consumption standards and reassuring consumption entity cultivation, and cultivate a large number of reassuring business districts, reassuring markets, and reassuring scenic spots with a wide driving range and high visibility, so that consumers can feel and reach them.
Important progress has been made in the ecological governance of the platform economy
Quality is the foundation of development and an important symbol of national competitiveness. The State Administration for Market Regulation (国家市场监督管理总局) takes quality strengthening enterprises, strengthening chains, strengthening counties, and quality infrastructure construction as the starting point, and promotes the construction of a strong quality country in a coordinated manner, achieving positive results. In 2025, a total of 21 key technology bottlenecks in the industrial chain were broken through, and 71 quality technology gaps urgently needed by the industry were filled; 14 new national measurement benchmarks and 1,139 national standard materials were built; 4,929 national standards were released, an increase of 56% year-on-year; and 20 key projects for inspection and testing to promote industrial optimization and upgrading were completed, which strongly supported the resilience and safety level of the industrial chain and supply chain.
Ensuring the safety of people's lives and property is the top priority of market supervision. The market supervision department adheres to the overall planning of development and safety, continues to increase the supervision of food, drugs, industrial products, and special equipment safety, and strives to prevent and resolve risks and hidden dangers. In 2025, the unqualified rate of national food safety supervision and spot checks was 2.74%, and the number of enterprises with multiple batches of unqualified spot checks decreased by 57% year-on-year; the qualified rate of national drug spot checks remained above 99%; in the national supervision and spot checks of industrial product quality, the unqualified rate of 16 kinds of products decreased by more than 10 percentage points.
As an important part of the social economy, the platform economy also faces many challenges while developing rapidly. Zhu Jianqiao (朱剑桥), Director of the Network Transaction Supervision and Administration Department of the State Administration for Market Regulation (国家市场监督管理总局网络交易监督管理司), introduced that in 2025, the market supervision department adhered to the equal emphasis on regulatory norms and promotion of development, highlighted problem orientation, combined symptomatic and radical treatment, focused on rectifying outstanding problems in platform rules and charges, severely cracked down on chaos in live e-commerce, and focused on regulating irrational competition in takeaway platforms, and important progress has been made in the ecological governance of the platform economy. The next step will be to continue to promote the platform economy to play a greater role in serving the overall situation of high-quality development.
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17.4%
In 2025, driven by the trade-in policy, the retail sales revenue of daily household appliances such as refrigerators, kitchen and sanitary ware such as gas stoves, and communication equipment such as mobile phones increased by 17.4%, 12.9%, and 18.6% year-on-year, respectively, accelerating the release of consumer demand.
"Slide your hand to change the size, the screen is 'embedded' in the living room TV wall, and the socket position can also match." Not long ago, at the Tmall (天猫) Youpin Electrical Appliances Super Flagship Store in Fanhua Commercial Center in Zhengzhou (郑州), Henan (河南), citizen Chen Ming (陈明) wore virtual reality equipment and swiped his fingertips, and a 3D model of a 75-inch smart TV appeared in a simulated home scene.
"I liked this TV online before, and I came to the store to see it in person. The effect is very good. I can get coupons online and deduct them offline. The original price was 6,999 yuan, but with national and corporate subsidies, plus Tmall's extra discounts, it was more than 2,300 yuan cheaper," said Chen Ming (陈明).
"The consumer goods trade-in policy is strong, and many customers have come to buy recently." Wan Cong (万聪), the person in charge of the store, introduced that according to the announcement jointly released by the Henan Provincial Department of Commerce (河南省商务厅) and other three departments, six types of household appliances such as refrigerators and air conditioners, and four types of digital smart products such as mobile phones and tablets, are included in the subsidy range. The subsidy ratio for Grade 1 energy-efficient household appliances is 15%, with a maximum subsidy of 1,500 yuan per item; digital smart products are subsidized at 15%, with a maximum subsidy of 500 yuan per item.
Stores have also launched high-quality products and improved service quality. The reporter came to the virtual reality shopping area, put on the equipment, and the spatial computing technology scanned and generated a home space restored to a realistic scale. When selecting an air conditioner, you can view the compressor details from various angles and listen to noise simulations; when looking at a refrigerator, the internal layered layout is clearly visible, and you can also feel the mute effect when the refrigeration equipment is running.
"Some consumers are afraid of 'stepping on a pit' when buying electrical appliances, and worry that they will not be suitable when they buy them home. We want to use technical means to solve these problems." Wan Cong (万聪) introduced that through virtual reality equipment, the advantages and disadvantages of electrical appliances and related policy preferential information can be better displayed to consumers, so that everyone can be more assured and worry-free. The store also opened a subsidy consultation desk, and each salesperson has a copy of the subsidy guide. "Hundreds of consumers consult about subsidy policies every day, and we must explain the key information clearly," said Wan Cong (万聪).
"The store opened on January 17, and the sales volume in that month was nearly 10 million yuan. Consumers can apply for subsidy coupons with real-name authentication through the UnionPay (云闪付) mini-program, and the discount is deducted in real time when they pay at the store," said Wan Cong (万聪). Good policies bring good prices, coupled with good experience and good service, and many consumers have purchased new home appliances.
In the smart home appliance experience area, Zhang Jianguo (张建国), who came from the rural area of Zhongmu County (中牟县) in Zhengzhou (郑州), had just purchased a washing machine. "The original price was 3,999 yuan, and the subsidy was based on the Grade 1 water efficiency standard, plus platform discounts, and finally it cost 3,200 yuan, with a 3-year replacement-only repair."
Like Zhang Jianguo (张建国), there are many rural consumers who take advantage of policy discounts to purchase home appliances. Wang Haitao (王海涛), a home appliance brand distributor, observed that some rural families have large houses, and the voltage stability is not as good as in urban areas, which affects the cooling and heating effects of air conditioners. For this reason, he and the manufacturer customized a batch of high-power air conditioner models that are more suitable for rural use and adapt to wide voltage.
"Consumers in rural areas are also worried that there are few after-sales service outlets and maintenance is inconvenient," said Wang Haitao (王海涛). "We have jointly launched an installation and after-sales response service of 'half-day delivery in townships' with home appliance maintenance outlets. Everyone's feedback is good, and the willingness to trade in is stronger."
"The needs of different consumer groups are different, and the sales focus is different," Wang Haitao (王海涛) introduced that young consumers are more concerned about products with functions such as whole-house interconnection, while older consumers prefer home appliance models that are simple to operate and can be started with one button.
Although the business is good, the problem of capital advance once made Wang Haitao (王海涛) feel pressured. "According to the previous process, we had to advance the subsidy amount for consumers, and then apply to the competent department with relevant vouchers, and the return of funds would take 1 to 2 months," said Wang Haitao (王海涛).
Recently, relevant departments have simplified the subsidy application materials and opened an online application channel, and the fund return cycle has been shortened to about half a month. Wang Haitao (王海涛) has new expectations, "I hope that in the future, the real-time allocation of subsidy funds can be realized."
The person in charge of Tmall (天猫) Youpin in Henan (河南) region introduced that on the basis of national and local subsidies, coupled with platform discounts, some home appliances are as low as 30% off; more than 1,000 township service outlets are laid out, so that urban and rural consumers can enjoy convenient services.
Chen Juan (陈娟), deputy director of the Market Operation and Consumption Promotion Department of the Henan Provincial Department of Commerce (河南省商务厅), said that they will continue to optimize the subsidy fund allocation process and shorten the account period for enterprises. In response to the "price increase before subsidy" problem reflected by some consumers, the commercial department will jointly require merchants to publicize the original price, the pre-subsidy selling price, the subsidy amount and other information with the market supervision department. Once behaviors such as "price increase before subsidy" and false propaganda are found, the qualification of merchants to participate in the trade-in policy will be cancelled.
This issue is coordinated by: Zhang Anyu (张安宇)
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The consumer goods trade-in policy has reduced the burden on consumers, achieved consumption promotion and capacity digestion, and played a role of 四两拨千斤 (sì liǎng bō qiān jīn - "four ounces deflect a thousand pounds," to use minimal force to achieve maximum effect).
However, some merchants "raise prices before offering subsidies," cashing in the subsidies for themselves without truly benefiting consumers, weakening the policy's support for consumption. An information gap still exists between the policy and consumers, with some consumers unclear about which goods are eligible for subsidies and the extent of the subsidies. In some regions, merchants have to advance subsidy funds, leading to increased operating costs and weakening their enthusiasm for participating in the policy. These problems affect consumers' shopping experience, merchants' capital recovery, and manufacturers' inventory digestion progress.
To further unleash the policy's effectiveness, it is recommended that the industry strengthen price self-discipline and improve commodity price transparency through annual price publicity, price supervision, and other means. Adopt a unified menu-style subsidy calculation formula, allowing consumers to enter basic information such as commodity classification, subsidy ratio, and commodity price to check the discount amount, making subsidies simpler and easier to implement. At the same time, optimize the allocation of funds, improve the implementation details of the entire chain, and crack down on illegal and irregular behaviors such as subsidy fraud and "raising prices before offering subsidies." Merchants can also launch different adaptable products for different consumer groups and improve service quality to provide consumers with a better experience and a higher willingness to trade in.
(The author is a professor at the Business School of Zhengzhou University (郑州大学), interviewed and compiled by Bi Jingjin (毕京津), a reporter from this newspaper.)
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On the shores of the South China Sea, the waves stretch far and wide. Inside the naval port, the Fujian ship stands tall, flags flying high, accompanied by the Shandong ship.
On November 5, 2025, the commissioning and flag-raising ceremony for China's first electromagnetic catapult aircraft carrier, the Fujian ship (福建舰), was held at a naval port in Sanya (三亚), Hainan (海南). President Xi Jinping (习近平) attended the commissioning and flag-raising ceremony and boarded the ship for inspection.
President Xi (习近平) showed great concern for the lives of the officers and soldiers on board, visiting the mess hall and soldiers' quarters to inspect the food and accommodation arrangements. He engaged in cordial exchanges with the soldiers, urging all levels to ensure comprehensive support so that the officers and soldiers could better devote themselves to troop building and combat readiness. The commander's love for his soldiers was genuinely expressed.
His earnest exhortations stirred the Fujian ship's (福建舰) officers and soldiers to aspire to win: "We are confident in mastering the new domestically produced aircraft carrier, advancing into the deep blue, and fighting in the seas and skies."
This oath is a resounding echo of the dream of a strong military.
"Adhere to the principle of 'grassroots first, soldiers first'," "Truly care for and love the officers and soldiers, and always keep their well-being at heart"... President Xi (习近平) puts his concern for the military into practice through his grassroots visits to border defenses, plateaus, decks, and cockpits, and weaves it into the lines of his replies.
Focusing on the Grassroots—
"The grassroots are the foundation of all work and combat effectiveness of the troops."
Soldiers are a major concern of the nation; the morale of the soldiers is what the commander cares about.
"Hello, comrades!" "Hello, President!"
"Comrades, you've worked hard!" "Serve the people!"
On September 3, 2025, the commander's cordial greetings at the military parade were filled with care. Burning emotions rose in the hearts of the officers and soldiers.
The majestic formations and the dialogue that transcended time and space, the grand scenes of the parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, were deeply etched in the mind of Zhai Chengyou (翟成友), a soldier from the "Strong Military and Skilled Red Fourth Company" (强军精武红四连) of a certain army brigade.
The "Strong Military and Skilled Red Fourth Company" (强军精武红四连) is a Red Army company with a rich history and outstanding achievements. President Xi (习近平) once inspected the company and signed an order to confer the title upon it. In 2024, President Xi (习近平) replied to all the officers and soldiers of the company, encouraging them to strive to build a highly competent company that is skilled, capable, and sure to win, and to make new achievements and contributions on the new journey of the new era.
His kind concern and heartfelt encouragement are engraved in the hearts of the officers and soldiers.
During the parade, Zhai Chengyou (翟成友) held the company's battle flag high as he passed through Tiananmen Square (天安门广场), receiving the review of the Party and the people. "Only by being loyal to our mission and working tirelessly can we live up to President Xi's (习近平) trust and expectations. We must take over the baton of history, strengthen our ability to win, and safeguard the peace and security of the country!" Zhai Chengyou's (翟成友) belief is firm.
Inspection, title conferment, reply—why such importance attached to grassroots units? The answer can be found in President Xi's (习近平) important discourses.
"The grassroots are the foundation of all work and combat effectiveness of the troops. All work of the troops must be implemented at the grassroots level, and the frontline charge and battle also rely entirely on the grassroots";
"The foundation of the Party is at the grassroots level, and the foundation of the army is also at the grassroots level. Only when the grassroots are strong can the army be strong, and only when the young officers and soldiers are strong can the army have a future";
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Always bearing in mind, and acting accordingly.
Since the new era, President Xi (习近平) has repeatedly gone deep into grassroots units for inspection and research, and has replied to grassroots officers and soldiers many times. Every caring greeting, every warm handshake, embodies the commander's love for his soldiers.
The northern border, covered in white snow. The Triangular Mountain哨所 (Sanjiaoshan Sentinel Post), with its red flag fluttering in the wind.
Second-Class Sergeant Li Changyue (李长月) will never forget that winter day in early 2014 when President Xi (习近平) braved the severe cold of minus 30 degrees Celsius to inspect the company and climb the sentinel post. After solemnly signing the observation log, President Xi (习近平) said emotionally, "Today, I am on duty with you."
The heartwarming words boiled with enthusiasm. "President Xi (习近平) took off his gloves and shook hands with each of us, and also had a meal with us in the company canteen, chatting while eating, which was especially kind," Li Changyue (李长月) recalled.
The commander's accessibility warmed the hearts of the soldiers and boosted morale. Li Changyue (李长月), who had originally planned to retire and study, resolutely chose to take root in the border defense under the encouragement of "fighting the heavens and the earth, climbing ice and lying in snow, and guarding the border."
In the new spring of the following year, all the officers and soldiers of the company were pleasantly surprised to receive a reply from President Xi (习近平)—"I hope that you comrades will focus on strengthening the comprehensive construction of the company, promote the goal of strengthening the army to take root in the company and on the border, and make new contributions to building a solid barrier for the security and stability of the northern border of the motherland!"
The spring sunshine shines all over the border. The officers and soldiers keep their mission in mind and stick to their posts, and the construction of the company is advancing by leaps and bounds. "With me on the border, please rest assured, motherland!" The oath is sonorous, and this is the echo of the commander's care.
"The foundation for achieving the goal of strengthening the army lies at the grassroots level, and the vitality also lies at the grassroots level." President Xi (习近平) attaches great importance to grassroots construction and always cares about frontline officers and soldiers—
In 2013, on the Gobi Desert in the depths of winter, President Xi (习近平) braved the severe cold to visit some equipment of an air force base and cordially met with representatives of the base's officers, soldiers, and technical personnel;
In 2016, on Heixiazi Island (黑瞎子岛), President Xi (习近平) came to the sentinel post located at the easternmost point of the motherland, climbed the 30-meter-high sentinel tower, inspected the duty facilities, and inquired about the duty situation;
In 2019, on the shores of the South China Sea, President Xi (习近平) attended the commissioning ceremony of the navy's Shandong ship (山东舰), and then went to the bridge to have cordial exchanges with the officers and soldiers;
In 2021, President Xi (习近平) replied to all the officers and soldiers of the "Plateau Border Guarding Model营" (Gaoyuan Shubian Mofan Ying), praising "You are all good";
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From the Gobi Desert to the frontline of coastal defense, from the northern border哨所 (sentinel post) to the southern naval port, in the footprints of thousands of miles of mountains and rivers, in the earnest exhortations, there is thinking that looks at the overall situation and concerns the long-term.
Relying on the grassroots and strengthening the grassroots, President Xi (习近平) has always attached great importance to the grassroots and has deep feelings for them, leading all levels to strengthen the thinking of strengthening the foundation and consolidating the foundation, establish a clear orientation of focusing on the grassroots, and promote the Party's goal of strengthening the army in the new era to take root at the grassroots level.
Warmth for the Officers and Soldiers—
"Listen to the voices of the officers and soldiers, and respond to their expectations."
"I know this soldier." President Xi (习近平) recognized the soldier Wang Zhongxin's (王忠心) photo at a certain base's military history museum at a glance.
Small details reveal true feelings. Still able to remember an ordinary soldier after many years, this naturally revealed sense of closeness stems from the commander's sincere feelings of caring for the grassroots and loving the soldiers.
This is an unforgettable moment for Du Fuguo (杜富国), the winner of the honorary title of "Heroic Mine Clearance Soldier"—on July 31, 2019, at the ceremony held by the Central Military Commission to award honorary titles, President Xi (习近平) solemnly hung the hero model medal on Du Fuguo's (杜富国) chest and carefully adjusted the ribbon.
"Take good care of your health." Before leaving, President Xi (习近平) patted Du Fuguo (杜富国) on the shoulder and exhorted him.
Care is manifested in the details. "Are the soldiers cold when they sleep? Can they take hot showers? How is the company's food?" These "small things" in life are major issues in the commander's mind.
In the earthquake-stricken area of Lushan (芦山), Sichuan (四川), after learning that pilot Zhang Shangnian (张尚年) had interrupted his wedding to rush to the disaster area, he urged with concern: "Find a date and hurry up and have the wedding."
In the former National Flag Guard of the Beijing Garrison, he earnestly exhorted: "The outdoor temperature is very low in winter, so pay attention to keeping warm."
"When I go to the troops for research, I take the time to go to the dormitories, canteens, and哨所 (sentinel posts) of the grassroots companies to see and understand the soldiers' clothing, food, warmth, and urgent needs, and I ask that the soldiers' lives be made as good as possible under the standards." The commander cares about the soldiers' situation, affairs, and expectations.
Thousands of miles of border roads, deep love for soldiers. President Xi (习近平) is very concerned about the officers and soldiers on the plateau. During an inspection of a grassroots unit, President Xi (习近平) pointed out that all levels should keep the warmth and well-being of the officers and soldiers in mind, help them solve their problems, and especially solve the practical difficulties of officers and soldiers in areas above 3,000 meters above sea level, such as oxygen absorption, medical treatment, and eating fresh vegetables.
The Kunmujia哨所 (Kunmujia Sentinel Post) of a certain unit of the Tibet Military Region, at an altitude of about 4,900 meters, has thin oxygen and harsh conditions. In the past, officers and soldiers could only eat cabbage and potatoes in winter, and relied on canned food when heavy snow blocked the mountains.
Now, with the efforts of all levels, the various guarantees of the Kunmujia哨所 (Kunmujia Sentinel Post) have been gradually improved: the snow-covered area distribution service has achieved a cold chain delivery in 3 days, diffused oxygen supply covers the entire post, and oxygen generators operate 24 hours a day... Good guarantees have stimulated the enthusiasm of officers and soldiers to take root on the plateau and make contributions to border defense.
"Stationed on the snowy plateau, President Xi's (习近平) concern makes us extremely happy," said Suolang Zhaxi (索朗扎西), a cadre of the unit.
We must think about what the officers and soldiers are worried about, and we must do what the officers and soldiers expect.
President Xi (习近平) pointed out: "All levels should keep the grassroots officers and soldiers in mind, listen to their voices, and respond to their expectations."
In recent years, all levels of the troops have placed the focus of their work on the grassroots, thinking about the officers and soldiers from their perspective, and taking the initiative to do practical things, solve difficulties, and do good things for them.
A certain unit of the Xinjiang Military Region has worked hard to solve the problem of providing hot food at night on the plateau, so that officers and soldiers can have a hot meal when they return from duty; a certain unit of the Rocket Force has set up a "Service Station for Soldiers" and arranged for机关 (Ji guan - government or party) cadres to serve concurrently as "Service Commissioners for Soldiers," establishing a new service mechanism of "commissioner coordination, departmental linkage, and full agency"; a certain unit of the Joint Logistics Support Force has formed a mobile service team, which goes into various training units and uses training gaps to provide officers and soldiers with "one-stop" logistics support services... A series of warm measures have effectively united the morale of the soldiers.
"I have an indissoluble bond with the army and have deep feelings for the army." President Xi (习近平) worked in the army for a period of time when he was young, and during his tenure as a local leader, he was very concerned about and supported the construction of national defense and the army. He once wrote a poem "It is rare for the whole city to celebrate, love my people and love my army" to express his feelings. Today, "love my people and love my army" has become a vivid portrayal of the whole army supporting the government and cherishing the people, and the army and the people working together to forge ahead.
In the Huaihai Campaign Memorial Hall (淮海战役纪念馆) in Xuzhou (徐州), Jiangsu Province (江苏省), the gilded characters "The Victory of the People" are particularly eye-catching. The narrator introduced that the civilian workers who supported the front used wheelbarrows to transport food and wounded soldiers for the People's Liberation Army, which effectively promoted the victory of the Huaihai Campaign (淮海战役).
Today, with joint efforts between the army and the people, the barracks are filled with warmth. "Xuzhou (徐州) is a major city for garrison troops. We strive to solve the urgent needs and difficulties of the garrison troops and the 'three backs' problems of the officers and soldiers, and strive to gather the hearts of the people, warm the hearts of the people, and stabilize the hearts of the army," said the person in charge of the Xuzhou (徐州) double support work.
"We must care for the officers and soldiers with full enthusiasm, try every means to solve their problems, and constantly enhance their sense of gain," "The guarantees that should be guaranteed must be guaranteed well, and the policies that should be implemented must be implemented"... From the commander to the soldiers, from the army to the local area, a warm current of respecting soldiers and caring for officers and soldiers is surging.
In recent years, the National Double Support Office has deployed and carried out activities such as "Focusing on the Frontline and Concentrating on Solving Difficulties" and "Caring for Border and Coastal Defense Officers and Soldiers," mobilizing national double support model cities (counties) to focus on the needs of grassroots companies in border and coastal defense, continuously helping officers and soldiers improve their working conditions, and helping solve practical family problems; the Law on the Protection of the Status and Rights and Interests of Military Personnel and the Law on the Protection of Veterans have been promulgated and implemented; preferential treatment certificates for veterans and other preferential treatment recipients have been issued... Respect and care are being implemented.
Tempering Military Morale—
"The strong military cause of the motherland, you are the hope."
Military affairs are linked to the morale of the soldiers, and the morale of the soldiers is related to combat effectiveness.
In December 2012, President Xi (习近平) chose Guangdong (广东) as the location for his first local inspection after the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. President Xi (习近平) had two lunches in the troops, both of which were buffet meals with the soldiers in the soldiers' canteen.
On the Navy's Haikou ship (海口舰), President Xi (习近平) solemnly signed the ship's log for the day; in the sailors' living quarters, upon hearing that two soldiers were on leave, President Xi (习近平) said apologetically, "Then am I disturbing your rest by coming?"... The officers and soldiers engraved the scenes in their hearts. In the corridor of the Haikou ship (海口舰), the group photo of President Xi (习近平) and the sailors at the bow of the ship constantly inspires every officer and soldier.
Heading towards the sea and setting sail on the waves. In recent years, the officers and soldiers of the Haikou ship (海口舰) have kept their entrustment in mind, forged ahead bravely, and tempered their swords in the distant seas and oceans.
Deeply devoted to the grassroots, caring for and inspiring the three services. The officers and soldiers of the entire army feel the commander's love for the soldiers from every detail, are greatly encouraged, and gather the mighty power to listen to the Party's command and strive to strengthen the army.
Deep concern, casting the soul of loyalty—
When President Xi (习近平) visited and comforted the officers and soldiers of the "Dagong Three Company" (大功三连) of a certain army brigade, he encouraged them to carry forward their fine traditions, keep close to the times, keep close to practice, and keep close to the officers and soldiers, do a good job in arming their minds with the Party's innovative theories, strive to cultivate a new generation of revolutionary soldiers with "four haves," forge a "four irons" tough force, and promote the goal of strengthening the army to take root in the company.
During the overseas peacekeeping mission in 2025, the Three Company always adhered to the guidance of Xi Jinping's (习近平) thinking on strengthening the army and promoted the Party's innovative theories to take root. In learning and thinking, the officers and soldiers overcame various difficulties, completed their tasks to a high standard, carried out more than 30 armed patrols and escorts, with a total distance of more than 8,000 kilometers, and effectively protected the safety of civilians in emergency situations on many occasions.
"Deeply study and firmly implement the foundation, focus on winning battles and strengthening skills." The company's cadres firmly stated, "All the officers and soldiers of the company will definitely live up to their mission and live up to their high expectations, and transform the results of their study into a vivid practice of striving to overcome difficulties and striving to strengthen the army."
Deep concern, inspiring the dream of a strong army—
On a winter morning, the airport runway of the Air Force Aviation University is bathed in soft rays of dawn, and the "eaglets" are making their final preparations before takeoff.
Suddenly, the roar of the engine breaks the silence. Taxiing, taking off, accelerating... The trainer aircraft flies to the predetermined airspace. Looking at the magnificent arcs in the air, the flight instructors show a gratified smile.
On the occasion of the August 1 Army Day in 2020, President Xi (习近平) visited the Air Force Aviation University and extended his sincere greetings to the teachers, students, and staff of the school.
At the training ground, seeing the flight students undergoing swivel ladder training, President Xi (习近平) earnestly exhorted, "We must cherish and protect them. The training of a pilot embodies the expectations of the Party and the people. The strong military cause of the motherland, you are the hope." "Study hard, train hard, train scientifically, and become blue sky eagles as soon as possible, and contribute to strengthening the army."
The flight students are full of pride: "We must train hard on the ground and fly skillfully in the air, and become excellent pilots who can fight in the sky as soon as possible."
Deep concern, tempering the will to win—
President Xi (习近平) emphasized: "In peacetime, we must never spoil the soldiers. A mighty army must still be mighty, and soldiers must still have blood."
On the training ground of the "Falcon Commando" (猎鹰突击队) of the Armed Police Force, smoke is everywhere. Bullets are fired one after another, accurately hitting the target. Not far away, the words "From Here to the Battlefield" shine brightly.
Preparing for war and waiting in battle. The officers and soldiers dare not stop for a moment, treating every training session as actual combat.
President Xi (习近平) personally presented the flag to the "Falcon Commando" (猎鹰突击队) of the Armed Police Force, and in April 2024, he replied to all the members of the "Falcon Commando" (猎鹰突击队), encouraging them to "strive to forge a world-class anti-terrorism special operations force and be ready at all times to make new contributions to the Party and the people."
This entrustment has been transformed into the team members' conscious action. "We will definitely use the weapons in our hands to the extreme and practice tactics and methods to the extreme, and accumulate the strength to win," said special operations team member Wu Yuanhao (吴元昊) firmly.
President Xi (习近平) pointed out that it is necessary to comprehensively forge a strong grassroots that listens to the Party and follows the Party, a strong grassroots that can fight and win battles, and a strong grassroots that has strict laws and disciplines and a good atmosphere, so as to provide a solid foundation and support for promoting the cause of strengthening the army.
The commander's care and exhortations are like spring breeze and rain, warming the hearts of the soldiers; the commander's expectations and spurs unite morale and inspire fighting spirit.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposal puts forward that the goal of building the army for a hundred years should be achieved on schedule, and the modernization of national defense and the army should be promoted with high quality. Under the caring gaze of the commander, the People's Army is striving to pursue its dream on the road to strengthening the army, effectively improving its strategic capabilities to safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests, and providing strategic support for the realization of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Return to TopAccording to our Beijing (北京) dispatch on February 5th (Reporter Wang Guan (王观)), to solidly advance the construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自由贸易港) and effectively enhance the sense of gain for residents on the island, the Ministry of Finance (财政部), the General Administration of Customs (海关总署), and the State Taxation Administration (税务总局) jointly released the "Notice on the 'Zero Tariff' Policy for Imported Goods Consumed by Residents within the Hainan Free Trade Port" on the 5th, which will be implemented from the date of promulgation.
The policy stipulates that imported goods purchased by residents within the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自由贸易港) at designated business locations will be exempt from import duties, import-related value-added tax, and domestic value-added tax and consumption tax within the duty-free quota and commodity list. Among them, island residents include Chinese citizens holding Hainan Province (海南省) identity cards, Hainan Province (海南省) residence permits, or Hainan Province (海南省) social security cards, as well as foreign personnel who work and live in Hainan Province (海南省) and hold residence permits. The duty-free quota is 10,000 yuan per person per year, with no limit on the number of purchases. Duty-free goods focus on the daily needs of residents on the island, mainly including some food and beverages, daily chemical products, household department stores, maternal and infant products, etc.
The introduction of the above policies is conducive to reducing the cost of living for residents, meeting the diversified shopping needs of the masses, and allowing the construction achievements of the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自由贸易港) to benefit residents on the island more.
According to regulations, "zero-tariff" imported goods purchased by residents on the island are the final goods for personal use by consumers and shall not be resold. The People's Government of Hainan Province (海南省人民政府) shall earnestly assume the main responsibility for preventing the risk of smuggling "zero-tariff" imported goods, take measures such as restricting the quantity of purchases for some goods according to the needs of risk prevention and control, strengthen supervision through informatization, traceability management, and other means, promptly investigate and deal with violations, ensure that the overall risk is controllable, and the policy operates smoothly.
Individuals who violate regulations by reselling, purchasing on behalf of others, or smuggling "zero-tariff" imported goods will be prohibited from purchasing "zero-tariff" imported goods for three years and will be included in credit records by the People's Government of Hainan Province (海南省人民政府) in conjunction with relevant departments in accordance with laws and regulations. Individuals or units that constitute or assist in constituting smuggling acts, or violate customs supervision regulations, shall be dealt with by the customs in accordance with relevant regulations; if a crime is constituted, criminal responsibility shall be investigated in accordance with the law. "Zero-tariff" imported goods business entities that violate relevant regulations by selling "zero-tariff" imported goods shall be dealt with and punished by the People's Government of Hainan Province (海南省人民政府) in conjunction with relevant departments in accordance with relevant laws and administrative regulations; if a crime is constituted, criminal responsibility shall be investigated in accordance with the law.
Return to TopThis report Guangzhou (广州) February 5th (Reporters Ouyang Jie (欧阳洁) and Luo Shanshan (罗珊珊)) The reporter learned from the first official event of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) "China Year" that in 2025, China's total imports and exports with other APEC economies reached 26.29 trillion yuan, accounting for 57.82% of the total foreign trade during the same period. China has achieved a leap from "processing and manufacturing" to "R&D + manufacturing + services" in the regional supply chain, exerting two-way efforts in imports and exports to APEC economies. Among them, the export of high-tech products was 4.63 trillion yuan, an increase of 8.1% year-on-year, and imports in key areas such as energy, agricultural products, semiconductor equipment, and precision instruments also maintained rapid growth. New business forms and models are booming, cross-border e-commerce is growing rapidly, and digital trade represented by data flow and electronic documents, as well as green trade such as new energy and low-carbon products, have become new highlights of foreign trade growth.
The Asia-Pacific economic aggregate has exceeded 60% of the global total, and the total trade volume is close to half of the world, becoming an engine of world economic growth. Zhao Zenglian (赵增连), Deputy Director of the General Administration of Customs (海关总署), introduced that China will focus on inclusive and shared benefits, continue to release more opening-up dividends, and share digital, intelligent, and green development opportunities with all parties.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 邢 雪
On February 4th, the press conference for the "China in the Eyes of European Youth - European Youth's Views on China-Europe Relations" survey report was held in Beijing (北京). The survey shows that 82% of European youth have a positive view of China, 94% of respondents expect China's economy to continue to grow in the next 10 years, and 72% of respondents tend to define EU-China relations as friendly or mainly cooperative. The results show that the younger generation of Europeans is gradually moving beyond traditional geopolitical narratives and a single value framework in their understanding of China, showing more pragmatic, open, and rational characteristics, and the overall tone of their understanding of China is friendly and future-oriented. This provides an important social and public opinion foundation for China and Europe to work together to promote bilateral relations towards a more stable, harmonious, and sustainable future, and also indicates that the two sides are expected to build a more resilient and dynamic partnership.
The survey was commissioned by the Institute of European Studies of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (中国社会科学院欧洲研究所) and the China-Central and Eastern European Institute (中国—中东欧研究院) to the French public opinion research institute CSA Research. The survey was conducted from October 21 to November 25, 2025, covering 36 European countries and nearly 20,000 European youth aged 18 to 35. It collected and analyzed data from four dimensions: contact with China, impression of China, influence of China, and the future of China-Europe relations, systematically presenting the overall perception of European youth towards China and EU-China relations.
Most European Youth Give Optimistic Answers About the Future of EU-China Relations
The survey shows that about 86% of European youth have never been to China, and this group relies heavily on digital platforms to obtain information related to China, with social media and video platforms being the main sources of information.
European youth generally have a positive overall impression of China, especially in Southeast Europe, Spain, and the United Kingdom. The report states that in the above-mentioned regions and countries, China is usually regarded as a country characterized by a spirit of hard work, a long history, and a civilization tradition, and is a globally influential power.
The survey results show that what impresses European youth the most is Chinese culture and history, followed by scientific and technological strength, and thirdly, economic strength.
Regarding the image of Chinese youth, European youth believe that the most impressive are Chinese young scientists. Young talents in the fields of economy, science, entrepreneurship, academia, and culture are considered to be an important advantage for China to compete with major global economies.
European youth generally show a positive willingness to conduct various forms of exchanges with China. 88% of European youth respondents said they would be willing to participate in at least one exchange experience related to China or Chinese people.
Almost all young respondents agree with China's economic development achievements, and more than 80% of respondents believe that Chinese technology has a global influence. Most European youth give optimistic answers about the future of EU-China relations.
Europe Seeks to Achieve Diversification of Foreign Relations
At the press conference for the survey report, many experts said that in recent years, changes in Europe's perception of China and interference from external shocks have caused frequent fluctuations in China-Europe relations. Close economic and trade ties have given both sides strong endogenous development momentum, allowing China-Europe relations to show strong resilience.
Feng Zhongping (冯仲平), Director of the Institute of European Studies of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (中国社会科学院欧洲研究所), believes that recently, Europe has shown more of a desire to achieve diversification of foreign relations. China adheres to peaceful development, supports multilateralism and European strategic autonomy, and always advocates deepening communication and cooperation with Europe on the basis of mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit. Looking to the future, China and Europe should transform the positive perceptions and cooperation expectations of young people into tangible and accessible practical results, offset external uncertainties with more stable and predictable cooperation, and open up new development space for China-Europe relations in the global changes.
Kerry Brown (克里·布朗), Director of the Lau China Institute at King's College London, said that in the current situation, it is very urgent and necessary to pay attention to Europe's relations with other countries, especially with China. European countries need to improve their overall understanding of China. Social media shows the various aspects of China to young people in Europe. Many foreign internet celebrities come to China to travel, and they marvel at China's high-speed rail, airports, and other infrastructure, as well as the widespread application of technology in daily life. "This report emphasizes that the development of EU-China relations is not only of great significance to each other, but also of great value to the world." he said.
Transforming Goodwill into Structural Reciprocity and Sustainable Exchanges
The report innovatively constructs a "China Affinity Index." Yves Del Frate, CEO of CSA Research in France, said that this index incorporates dimensions such as respondents' actual experience of contact with China, their level of interest in China, their perception of China's influence, their evaluation of China's overall image, their evaluation of China's attractiveness, and their willingness to exchange and cooperate into the evaluation indicator system, directly presenting the differences in attitudes towards China and related influencing factors in different European countries, regions, and groups, providing important data support and policy reference for more accurately grasping the cognitive structure of European youth towards China and optimizing the path of EU-China youth exchange and cooperation.
The report shows that the countries with the highest proportion of respondents who are "highly close to China" are mainly concentrated in Southeast Europe, Spain, and other regions. Although young people in these regions and countries have relatively limited direct contact with China, they generally have a strong sense of goodwill and confidence in China. Respondents in Ireland and the United Kingdom continue to make positive evaluations of China's development. At the same time, young people in the United Kingdom have a higher degree of direct contact with China than young people in many other European countries.
Experts believe that the analytical depth of the "China Affinity Index" is extremely valuable. At a time when economic development is unbalanced and economic globalization is being impacted, China is seen by European youth more as a pragmatic partner that can bring development opportunities, rather than a systematic competitor.
Ivana Radjevac (伊沃娜·拉杰瓦茨), Deputy Director of the Institute of International Politics and Economics in Serbia, said that the survey report shows how the younger generation of Europeans views and understands China's role in the world. Although the distance between Europe and China is far, the relationship between the two sides is full of vitality. The report not only shows the views of European youth on China and EU-China relations, but also stimulates people's thinking on how to promote the development of EU-China relations. "China's strength does not cause panic." She said that European young people clearly recognize China's commitment to the responsibility of a major country, its long-standing civilization, and its global influence.
"It is worth noting that affinity is often closely related to the openness of exchanges. Those European youth who are closer to China are more willing to travel to China, study abroad, or cooperate with Chinese companies." Ivana Radjevac said that from this point of view, the "China Affinity Index" is not only a descriptive index, but also has a forward-looking nature. In her opinion, pragmatic actions should be taken to build exchange platforms for young people and cultivate a group of young talents with management skills who are committed to promoting EU-China cooperation. In the future, transforming goodwill into structural reciprocity and sustainable exchanges requires expanding the scope of youth exchanges, paying more attention to global challenges, and enhancing the balance and reciprocity of exchanges and cooperation.
Return to TopA major country should act like a major country, demonstrating a grand vision and shouldering great responsibilities. No matter how the international situation changes, China will always be a force for world peace, stability, and progress.
At the beginning of spring, all things recover and are full of vitality. On this day, China's head of state's diplomatic agenda is intensive, carrying out major-country interactions and promoting cooperation with neighboring countries, fully demonstrating the pattern and responsibility of a responsible major country.
On February 4th, President Xi Jinping (习近平) held a video meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin (普京) and spoke by phone with US President Donald Trump (特朗普), reviewing and summarizing the development of China-Russia and China-US relations in the past year, and making plans for the key directions of future exchanges and cooperation. International public opinion analysis believes that the Beginning of Spring is full of beautiful meanings in Chinese culture. China held head-of-state interactions with Russia and the United States on this day, indicating that China is promoting major-country coordination and cooperation with a more active attitude, and playing a greater role in maintaining global peace and stability.
In today's world, changes and chaos are intertwined, and major-country relations affect the direction of the international situation. China, Russia, and the United States are all major countries in the world and permanent members of the UN Security Council, and bear special responsibilities for world peace, stability, and development. President Xi Jinping (习近平) manages major-country relations with a broad vision and pattern, pointing out the way to the stable development of major-country relations. In the video meeting with President Putin (普京), President Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "The two sides should seize historical opportunities, maintain close high-level exchanges, strengthen pragmatic cooperation in various fields, and ensure that China-Russia relations continue to develop along the correct track with deeper strategic coordination and a more proactive major-country responsibility." In his phone call with President Trump (特朗普), President Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "In the new year, I am willing to continue to lead the ship of China-US relations with you through the wind and waves and move forward steadily, and do more major and good things." Under the strategic guidance of head-of-state diplomacy, China's distinctive major-country diplomacy has always taken maintaining world peace and development as its own responsibility, taking the lead in promoting the construction of a new type of major-country relationship, and injecting positive energy into the turbulent world.
In the past year, the heads of state of China and Russia have met twice, leading the relations between the two countries into a new stage of development. Bilateral economic and trade exchanges have maintained a steady momentum, personnel exchanges have become closer, and bilateral relations are as solid as a rock. The two countries solemnly commemorated the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War, and successively successfully hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Tianjin Summit and the Moscow Prime Minister's Meeting, playing an important role in defending the achievements of the victory of World War II and international fairness and justice, and promoting the construction of a more just and reasonable global governance system. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the China-Russia strategic partnership of coordination, the 25th anniversary of the signing of the "China-Russia Treaty of Good-Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperation," and the launch of the "China-Russia Year of Education." The development of China-Russia relations has ushered in new historical opportunities. Looking forward to the new year, President Putin (普京) said that he is "full of confidence in Russia-China relations." China and Russia firmly uphold the spirit of permanent good-neighborliness and friendship, comprehensive strategic coordination, and mutually beneficial cooperation and win-win results, weathering storms together and overcoming difficulties together, comprehensively enhancing the height, dimension, and resilience of China-Russia relations, which will not only benefit the people of the two countries, but also play an important role in promoting the international community to adhere to fairness and justice and jointly maintain the international order.
In the past year, the heads of state of China and the United States have maintained good communication, successfully met in Busan, and led the giant ship of China-US relations through rapids and shoals, maintaining the correct course, which has been welcomed by the people of the two countries and the international community. The experience of China-US interaction shows that whether mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation can be achieved is the key to whether China-US relations can develop stably and benefit the world. Taiwan is China's territory, and China must defend national sovereignty and territorial integrity, and will never allow Taiwan to be split off. The US must handle the issue of arms sales to Taiwan with caution. This year, China and the United States each have many important agendas. Strengthening exchanges and cooperation between the two sides is crucial for managing their own affairs and the affairs of the world. President Trump (特朗普) said: "I am happy to see China's success. The US is willing to strengthen cooperation with China and promote new developments in bilateral relations." As long as the two sides follow the important consensus reached by the heads of state of the two countries, do things one by one, and constantly accumulate mutual trust, they can find a correct way to get along and make 2026 a year in which China and the United States, two major countries, move towards mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation. This is what the people of the two countries want, and it is also what the international community expects.
At the beginning of the new year, the international situation is becoming more and more complex and severe, and the international community urgently needs stability and a sense of direction. Against this background, leaders of many countries have visited China intensively, including leaders of Western countries and dignitaries from countries in the Global South. International public opinion has exclaimed that "China is laying out the red carpet almost every day." On the afternoon of the 4th, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) met with Le Hoai Trung (黎怀忠), member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越南共产党) Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, who came to visit China as a special envoy of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (阮富仲), and once again emphasized that China is committed to working together to promote the construction of the China-Vietnam community with a shared future. In the turbulent situation, all parties have turned their attention to China, deepening exchanges and cooperation with China with practical actions, demonstrating a high degree of attention and trust in China's role and opportunities. As a responsible major country, China always unites the progressive forces of the world with the greatest sincerity, and makes every effort to gather the energy of peace and development. The stability, the mind of shared development, and the responsibility of upholding justice shown in this process are obvious to all parties and are generally beneficial. Facts clearly show that China's relationship with the world is developing in a more positive direction, and China's international influence, innovation leadership, and moral appeal have been significantly enhanced.
A major country should act like a major country, demonstrating a grand vision and shouldering great responsibilities. No matter how the international situation changes, China will always be a force for world peace, stability, and progress, and will work with all countries to respond to the changes of the times with an attitude of sharing the same boat and working together, promote world peace and development, and promote the construction of a community with a shared future for mankind.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 崔 琦 魏 贺 骆 青
"For a multinational biopharmaceutical company, China is not only a crucial market but also a key part of its global innovation system." AstraZeneca Global CEO Pascal Soriot (苏博科) said in an exclusive interview with this reporter a few days ago that AstraZeneca will continue to promote innovation research and development, local manufacturing, and global exports in China, bringing better medical and health products to China and allowing the world to share China's innovative achievements.
British Prime Minister Starmer (斯塔默) paid an official visit to China from January 28th to 31st, accompanied by more than 60 representatives from important British business, industry, and cultural circles, achieving fruitful results. Pascal Soriot (苏博科) was the head of the British business delegation for this visit. During the visit, AstraZeneca announced its largest-ever investment plan in China: investing more than 100 billion yuan in China by 2030 to comprehensively deepen its layout in China and actively integrate into China's high-quality development process. Pascal Soriot (苏博科) said that these investments will be used to expand research and development centers, upgrade and build new production bases, and support the construction of a UK-China health innovation ecosystem.
In March 2025, President Xi Jinping (习近平主席) met with representatives of the international business community at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing (北京人民大会堂), and Pascal Soriot (苏博科) was among them. President Xi Jinping (习近平主席) emphasized that "foreign-funded enterprises are important participants in Chinese-style modernization, important participants in China's reform, opening up, innovation, and creation, and important participants in China's connection with the world and integration into economic globalization," which impressed Pascal Soriot (苏博科) deeply. "China's economy is improving in the long term, green innovation is bursting with vitality, and the 'Healthy China 2030' plan also highly coincides with our global development strategy." Pascal Soriot (苏博科) believes that China's commitment to building a higher-level open economy is particularly clear, providing strong confidence for multinational companies to invest in China, allowing companies to share the opportunities brought about by China's economic growth and play a constructive role in it.
Since entering China in 1993, AstraZeneca has introduced more than 40 innovative drugs. Currently, drugs produced in China are exported to more than 70 countries and regions around the world, and China has become its second-largest global market. "I have personally experienced the rapid growth and opening-up process of the Chinese market." Pascal Soriot (苏博科) said that in recent years, China has continuously increased policy support and investment in the biotechnology field, made clinical trials more convenient, streamlined the approval process for new products, strengthened intellectual property protection, and continuously improved the medical insurance payment system, which not only allows Chinese patients to benefit from innovative drugs and treatment plans faster but also creates a good business environment for foreign-funded enterprises.
Pascal Soriot (苏博科) emphasized that the "15th Five-Year Plan" proposal clearly outlines China's path to high-quality development, common prosperity, and green transformation. China's firm commitment and solid actions in the field of green energy and sustainable development provide a strong impetus and broad application scenarios for AstraZeneca to achieve its environmental goals. According to reports, AstraZeneca has set a goal of achieving carbon neutrality in its core business by 2030 and net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. "We actively practice the concept of green operation in China, have built green and intelligent factories, and are committed to achieving supply chain decarbonization. The company also cooperates with medical institutions to explore innovative solutions to reduce the carbon footprint of the medical system. In the fields of green transformation of the medical industry and renewable energy, we are expected to open up broader cooperation space with Chinese partners."
Currently, AstraZeneca's research and development pipeline in China has reached 100% synchronization with the world, and the Chinese team is leading nearly 20 global clinical trials. Pascal Soriot (苏博科) said that Chinese biotechnology companies have developed rapidly in recent years, and the innovation ecosystem is full of vitality. AstraZeneca has established partnerships with a number of Chinese biotechnology companies, research institutions, and universities, and has achieved fruitful results in cooperation in clinical trials and artificial intelligence. "Currently, the company has established two global strategic research and development centers in Beijing (北京) and Shanghai (上海), and plans to continue to deepen its research and development layout in China in the future. We will also be committed to cultivating local research and development and clinical teams, and continuously improving our ability to conduct clinical trials in China."
Pascal Soriot (苏博科) believes that the cooperation potential between the UK and China and between the two countries' enterprises is huge, and they have broad common interests and cooperation points in the fields of green transformation, artificial intelligence, and life sciences. "I am full of expectations for the future cooperation prospects between the UK and China. This cooperation will not only help companies grow but also benefit the people of all countries," said Pascal Soriot (苏博科).
Return to TopAccording to Xinhua News Agency, Santiago, February 4th (Reporter Zhu Yubo (朱雨博)) Lima News: Peru's Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (秘鲁外贸和旅游部) released an announcement on the 3rd stating that the country's merchandise exports in 2025 reached 90.082 billion US dollars, an increase of 21% compared to the previous year, setting a new historical record; among them, exports to China increased by more than 30%, becoming an important driver of Peru's annual merchandise export growth.
Peruvian industry insiders pointed out that the record high in Peru's merchandise exports benefited from the "Chancay effect." Juan Carlos Paz (胡安·卡洛斯·帕斯), former chairman of the National Port Authority of Peru (秘鲁国家港务局), said that the Port of Chancay significantly shortened the shipping time between Peru and Asian trading partners such as China, reduced transportation costs, and enhanced the export competitiveness of Peruvian products.
According to the announcement, in 2025, China remained Peru's main trading partner, accounting for 36.2% of Peru's total exports, with exports increasing by more than 30% compared to the previous year; the European Union (欧盟) was Peru's second largest export destination, with exports increasing by 24% compared to the previous year.
Peru's Ministry of Economy and Finance (秘鲁经济和财政部) recently released a report stating that Peru's tax revenue through the Port of Chancay in 2025 exceeded 1 billion Soles (approximately 298 million US dollars). Peru's Minister of Economy and Finance, Dénise Miralles (丹妮丝·米拉列斯), said that this not only reflects the increasing vitality of the Port of Chancay, but also reflects the strategic importance of this infrastructure to Peru's foreign trade.
The Port of Chancay is an important project for China and Peru to jointly build the "Belt and Road" initiative. Since its opening in November 2024, as South America's first smart port, the Port of Chancay's throughput and export capacity have increased simultaneously, quickly becoming Peru's third largest port in just one year.
Return to TopThis newspaper Beijing (北京), February 5th (Reporter Li Anqi (李安琪)) – Wang Yi (王毅), member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held talks in Beijing (北京) on February 5th with Cuban Party and Government Special Envoy, member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla (罗德里格斯).
Wang Yi (王毅) asked Rodríguez to convey President Xi Jinping's (习近平) cordial greetings to Comrade Raúl Castro (劳尔同志) and President Miguel Díaz-Canel (迪亚斯—卡内尔主席). Wang Yi (王毅) stated that China firmly supports Cuba in safeguarding national sovereignty and security, and opposes unreasonable interference by external forces. China is willing to work with Cuba to implement the consensus reached by the two heads of state and continue to provide support and assistance within its capacity.
Rodríguez asked Wang Yi (王毅) to convey General Raúl Castro (劳尔大将) and President Miguel Díaz-Canel's (迪亚斯—卡内尔主席) sincere greetings to President Xi Jinping (习近平), stating that Cuba and China are brothers and comrades. Cuba is willing to work with China to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state and strengthen cooperation in various fields.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on February 5th (Reporter Zhu Yueying (朱玥颖)) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (外交部) held a New Year reception for 2026 in Beijing on the 5th. Nearly 500 people attended, including diplomatic envoys to China and their spouses, representatives of international organizations in China, and representatives from various Chinese departments.
Wang Yi (王毅), Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央政治局) and Minister of Foreign Affairs, stated in his address that in 2025, Chinese diplomacy has always adhered to the right path of the world. Under the leadership of President Xi Jinping (习近平), we solemnly commemorated the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, sending out a strong voice for peace and justice; we clearly resisted unilateral protectionism, and effectively safeguarded the multilateral trading system; we actively promoted ceasefire and de-escalation of hotspot issues, and explored solutions that address both the symptoms and root causes. In particular, President Xi Jinping (习近平) solemnly proposed the global governance initiative, illuminating the way forward for the world at an important moment in the evolution of order. China's position in safeguarding international fairness and justice is unwavering, its determination to promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind is unwavering, and it continues to provide scarce certainty and demonstrate valuable constructiveness to a world intertwined with change and disorder, gaining increasing understanding and recognition from the international community.
Wang Yi (王毅) stated that in the new year, China is willing to work with all progressive forces in the world, with the future of mankind in mind and the well-being of the people at heart, to jointly defend peace and the rule of law, jointly promote opening up and development, jointly solve crises and challenges, and jointly deepen understanding and friendship, so as to make new contributions to building a better world.
Mba Nana (姆巴纳), the Cameroonian Ambassador and head of the foreign diplomatic corps in China, extended New Year greetings to the Chinese people on behalf of the diplomatic corps. Mba Nana (姆巴纳) stated that China's diplomatic achievements in 2025 were remarkable. President Xi Jinping (习近平), with the world in mind and a broad and long-term perspective, proposed a global governance initiative that is of great significance to world peace and development. All countries are willing to promote greater achievements in cooperation with China.
Return to TopAccording to Xinhua News Agency, Casablanca, Morocco, February 5th (Reporter Zhao Yining (赵一宁)) – The China-Morocco Business Forum and Chain Expo Promotion Conference was successfully held in Casablanca, Morocco on the 5th, attracting more than 100 representatives from Chinese and Moroccan business circles to participate and discuss new opportunities for economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.
Ren Hongbin (任鸿斌), Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (中国贸促会), led a delegation of Chinese entrepreneurs to attend the meeting and deliver a speech. He stated that the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade has long been committed to promoting exchanges and cooperation between Chinese and Moroccan business circles, and is willing to work with the Moroccan side to encourage companies from both sides to consolidate the foundation of cooperation in traditional fields, cultivate new growth points for cooperation in emerging fields such as new energy, the digital economy, and green development, and help China-Morocco economic and trade relations reach a new level. He welcomed all sectors of Morocco to actively participate in the fourth Chain Expo.
The Moroccan business representatives attending the meeting fully affirmed the opportunities in the Chinese market and looked forward to deepening bilateral production and supply chain collaboration with China to jointly build an efficient and stable supply chain cooperation network.
Return to TopAccording to Xinhua News Agency, Brussels, February 4th, from February 2nd to 4th, Yang Wanming (杨万明), President of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, led a delegation to visit Belgium at the invitation of the Belgian side. He met with former Speaker of the House of Representatives and Minister of State of Belgium, André Flahaut (弗拉奥), Acting Governor of West Flanders Province, Kurt Vandewaetere (苏迪亚库尔特), and others. Together with the Chinese Embassy in Belgium, they organized a symposium to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Belgium, and had friendly exchanges with people from the Belgian government, local authorities, business, culture, education, media, science and technology, and other sectors to discuss friendship and the future.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, February 5th. On February 4th, Minister Liu Haixing (刘海星) of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央对外联络部) met in Beijing with Cuban Communist Party (古共) Central Committee Politburo Member and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rodriguez (罗德里格斯), who was visiting as a special envoy of the Cuban Party and government. The two sides exchanged views on jointly implementing the important consensus reached by the top leaders of the two parties and two countries, strengthening inter-party exchanges and cooperation, and promoting the building of a China-Cuba community with a shared future.
Return to TopBy: 金 轩
OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) is hailed as the "pearl of the display industry" and is widely used in smartphones, tablets, televisions, VR devices, automotive displays, and other fields. In the early 21st century, China's OLED panel industry was still starting from scratch, 一穷二白 (yī qióng èr bái - "utterly poor and blank," extremely poor and without any foundation). By 2024, the output value of OLED display panels and modules has exceeded 100 billion yuan, accounting for more than 50% of the international market, completing the leap from zero to one and from good to excellent in about 20 years. Looking back at the development of the industry, this leap is by no means accidental, nor is it a natural occurrence of the market. Rather, it is the result of adhering to the combination of an effective market and a capable government, with market mechanisms and policy guidance working together to effectively stimulate innovation and creativity.
In the initial stage of industrial cultivation, the focus is on "supporting and protecting" technology research and development applications. Before 2008, affected by factors such as technology blockades and trade barriers, China's OLED industrial base was almost blank, with 100% dependence on imports for core equipment and materials, and almost zero large-scale production capacity. At this stage, the role of the government lies in forward-looking planning and policy guidance, building a basic institutional framework for technology germination and industrial development, and providing soil for seed germination. For example, since 1997, the central government has continuously funded Tsinghua University (清华大学) and other universities and research institutes to carry out basic OLED research. For example, in 2009, the "Electronic Information Industry Adjustment and Revitalization Plan" included "new display devices" in the scope of national policy support for the first time, guiding resources to focus on OLED and other industrial tracks, and domestic OLED industry chain upstream and downstream enterprises sprung up like mushrooms after a rain. For example, the establishment of the National Innovation Center for New Display Technology (国家新型显示技术创新中心) integrates the strengths of industry, academia, and research, and builds a full-process collaboration mechanism of "basic research - pilot verification - mass production technology" to achieve research and development breakthroughs in a number of key core technologies.
In the stage of scale catch-up, the focus is on "empowering and accelerating" the development and growth of the industry. In 2013, domestic enterprises built a 5.5-generation OLED production line, marking China's OLED industry entering a stage of large-scale development, but it still faced unfavorable situations such as core equipment being controlled by others, backward manufacturing technology, and unstable production lines. In addition, due to the characteristics of the OLED industry such as heavy assets, high risks, and long cycles, it is difficult to open up the situation by relying solely on social capital to "fight alone." At this stage, the role of the government lies in strengthening factor guarantees and carrying out precise support, doing "helping them get on the horse and sending them on their way," helping the industry break through the initial development bottlenecks and successfully enter a virtuous development cycle that can rely on market regulation and has self-hematopoietic capabilities. For example, the construction of a diversified funding system of national funds, local special funds, and risk compensation has solved the risks faced by enterprises in the early stage of development, such as the rupture of the capital chain. For example, high-generation OLED production lines have extremely high requirements for land, energy and other guarantees, and logistics efficiency. Local governments have effectively reduced infrastructure supporting costs by promoting cluster development, helping a number of flexible OLED production lines to land.
In the stage of high-quality development, the focus is on "establishing pillars and beams" for a good industrial ecology. After entering the stage of high-quality development, the role of the government has shifted from "scale support" to "quality leadership" and "innovation leadership," starting from industrial policies, industry standards, and scene opening, creating an industrial ecology of deep integration of industry, academia, and research, synergistic symbiosis of the industrial chain, and efficient allocation of factor resources, and promoting China's OLED industry to achieve a leap from follower to leader. For example, seizing the key link of scene as the landing application of technology, supporting high-end OLED screens to carry out pilot demonstrations in the fields of medical care, automotive, AR/VR, wearable devices, etc., providing a good environment for enterprises to accumulate experience, iterate and upgrade. For example, in response to the weak links in China's OLED industry chain, supporting industry enterprises to accelerate breakthroughs in technical bottlenecks and build a full industrial chain ecology from materials and equipment to panels and terminals. Looking back at the rise of China's OLED industry, it is not only an industrial overtaking on a curve, but also an epitome of the "combination of an effective market and a capable government."
To develop new quality productive forces, both the "invisible hand" and the "visible hand" must be used well, and neither can be neglected. On the one hand, we must give full play to the decisive role of the market in resource allocation, and through mechanisms such as high quality and good price, survival of the fittest, etc., promote enterprises to increase R&D investment, promote technology iteration, and accelerate product promotion, and guide factors such as funds and talents to gather towards more efficient and high-quality technology routes and industrial forms. On the other hand, we must adhere to the government's role, make up for market failures and areas that are powerless to involve, clarify the long-term goals of industrial development, support the tackling of key core technologies, and provide the necessary infrastructure and public service support for industrial development; by strengthening market supervision and improving the legal system, we can create a fair competitive market environment. What needs to be emphasized is that the government's role is by no means "intervening in the market," but rather following market laws, being in place without being absent, and making up for deficiencies without overstepping, adhering to "activating the market," "improving the market," and "empowering the market," and creating a good environment for innovation.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on February 5th (Reporter Zhang Tianpei (张天培)) The national video conference on combating and managing telecommunications network fraud was held on the 5th. Wang Xiaohong (王小洪), Secretary of the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee and State Councilor, attended and delivered a speech.
Wang Xiaohong (王小洪) emphasized that it is necessary to thoroughly implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important instructions and the decision-making arrangements of the Party Central Committee and the State Council, deeply apply the overall idea of "four specializations and two joint forces" with a highly responsible attitude towards the Party and the people, comprehensively deepen all aspects of combating, preventing, controlling, building, and publicizing, continuously consolidate and expand the results of combating and managing, and strive to win new victories in the people's war against fraud.
Wang Xiaohong (王小洪) demanded that we adhere to the principle of strict crackdown, focusing on fighting, pursuing, and suppressing, constantly setting off a climax of crackdown, and never giving telecommunications network fraud criminals a chance to breathe. Adhere to the concept of system, closely focus on fraud-related personnel, phone cards, networks, channels, etc., deepen comprehensive management, and strive to achieve both immediate and long-term solutions. Adhere to prevention first, carry out accurate early warning and dissuasion, comprehensively strengthen technical breakthroughs, widely carry out publicity and education, weave a tight protective network, and minimize the occurrence of cases. Fully mobilize all parties, integrate all resources, improve the cooperation mechanism, and continuously promote the in-depth and solid development of combating and managing work. Adhere to proactive action, deepen law enforcement cooperation, and do everything possible to squeeze the space for telecommunications network fraud criminal activities, while contributing Chinese wisdom and Chinese solutions to solving this global public nuisance.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing (北京), February 5th. The General Office of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大常委会) and the Deputies Work Committee of the Standing Committee held a briefing on the situation of deputies to the National People's Congress (全国人大代表) in Beijing (北京) on the 5th, in preparation for the deputies to attend the Fourth Session of the 14th National People's Congress (十四届全国人大).
The leading comrade of the General Office of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大常委会) briefed on the main work of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大常委会) since the Third Session of the 14th National People's Congress (十四届全国人大) and the preliminary arrangements for the work in 2026. He said that under the strong leadership of the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) at its core, the National People's Congress (全国人大) and its Standing Committee adhered to the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, fully implemented the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (党的二十大) and the Plenary Sessions of the 20th Central Committee, earnestly implemented the deployment of the Fourth Plenary Session, profoundly understood the decisive significance of the "Two Establishments," enhanced the "Four Consciousnesses," strengthened the "Four Confidences," and achieved the "Two Safeguards," closely focusing on the central work of the Party and the state to perform their duties and responsibilities in accordance with the law, earnestly completed the tasks deployed by the Third Session of the 14th National People's Congress (十四届全国人大), and achieved new progress and results in all aspects of work. 2026 marks the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) and the first year of the "15th Five-Year Plan." The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大常委会) will strengthen the implementation and supervision of the Constitution, guarantee and serve reform and development with high-quality legislation, give full play to the important role of people's congress supervision in the Party and state supervision system, and support and guarantee deputies' performance of their duties in accordance with the law. The Fourth Session of the 14th National People's Congress (十四届全国人大) will be held in Beijing (北京) on March 5th. It is hoped that the deputies will carry out solid research around the topics of the conference, carefully sort out the thoughts and expectations of the people at the grassroots level, carefully prepare motions, suggestions and deliberation speeches, and lay a solid foundation for the smooth and successful completion of the various scheduled tasks of the conference.
It is understood that since the Third Session of the 14th National People's Congress (十四届全国人大), the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大常委会) has deliberated 38 draft laws, interpretations of laws and relevant decisions, and adopted 24 of them, including the formulation of 6 laws, the revision of 14 laws, the adoption of 1 interpretation of law, and 3 decisions on relevant legal issues and major issues; listened to and deliberated 22 reports on supervisory work, inspected the implementation of 5 laws, organized 2 special inquiries and 11 special research projects, and made 1 resolution; decided to approve 9 treaties and important agreements; and decided and approved the appointment and removal of 233 person-times of state organ personnel.
Relevant responsible comrades of the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委) and the Ministry of Finance (财政部) respectively briefed on the draft outline of the "15th Five-Year Plan" and the implementation of the national economic and social development plan in 2025, the implementation of the central budget in 2025 and the financial work, and the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院), the Supreme People's Procuratorate (最高人民检察院) and other relevant departments of the State Council submitted written reports. Relevant reports will be pushed to all deputies through the information platform for the work of deputies to the National People's Congress (全国人大代表工作信息化平台) for reference by the deputies before attending the conference.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 苏 滨
At the democratic life meeting of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee held at the end of 2025, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that "leading cadres should go deep into the grassroots" and "take the lead in opposing formalism and create a strong atmosphere of focusing on practical work and seeking practical results."
"It is necessary to improve investigation and research, and avoid going through the motions and engaging in formalism; it is necessary to travel light, reduce accompaniment, and simplify reception." The first item of the Central Eight-Point Regulation is to improve investigation and research. Before the Spring Festival, the research team of the Tongren Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs moved into the farmhouse in Bamei Village (坝梅村), Tongren City (铜仁市), Guizhou (贵州). Why did the group choose to stay in a mountain village? How will they conduct investigation and research? The reporter conducted an interview.
——Editor
At the foot of Mount Fanjing (梵净山), on the banks of the Niwei River (牛尾河), the midday wind is slightly chilly. Shi Changqian (石昌乾), 49, walked out of the yard from time to time, looking into the depths of the road.
Shi Changqian (石昌乾) is from Bamei Village (坝梅村), Dewang Tujia and Miao Township (德旺土家族苗族乡), Jiangkou County (江口县), Tongren City (铜仁市), Guizhou (贵州), and runs a farmhouse with his wife. Two days ago, he received a notice from Wang Xuequan (汪学权), the secretary of the village Party branch, that five people from the Tongren Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs would come to the village for research.
"Stay at my place for one night?" Shi Changqian (石昌乾) confirmed on the phone, "How should I prepare the meals and rooms?"
"They said, just treat them as tourists, receive them normally, and don't make any special arrangements," Wang Xuequan (汪学权) replied.
Hanging up the phone, Shi Changqian (石昌乾) pondered: Over the years, he had received people who came to the countryside for research. But now it is the twelfth lunar month, and there are few tourists. Why are people still coming on business? He couldn't figure it out for a while.
[Scene 1]
The research team eats alone, no one accompanies them.
The guests arrived late. "Welcome, welcome, please come in quickly," Shi Changqian (石昌乾) greeted.
The five guests came out of the same car. Another car was driven by Wang Xuequan (汪学权).
"Sorry, the research took a little longer this morning," Luo Xiuhong (罗秀红), the leader of the research team and the Party Secretary of the Tongren Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, explained.
"Lao Shi (老石), the guests are in your care, please treat them well," Wang Xuequan (汪学权) instructed, said goodbye to the research team, and went back by himself.
The five people checked into three standard rooms, put down their luggage, and sat down for dinner. There were radishes, cabbage, mushrooms, and also meat dishes on the table.
"Farmhouse dishes, I don't know if they suit your taste?" Shi Changqian's (石昌乾) wife, Yang Yanhong (杨艳红), asked.
"It tastes good," Luo Xiuhong (罗秀红) said, "It meets the meal standard and is healthy to eat."
Shi Changqian (石昌乾) followed up, "The conditions for eating and living in our yard are not as good as in the city. I hope you can get used to it."
"The rooms are also very clean," Luo Xiuhong (罗秀红) affirmed, "We are from the Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and we are here to investigate rural development. It's better to stay at your place."
It turns out that Tongren City (铜仁市) is improving the implementation plan for the next three years to learn from and apply Zhejiang's "Thousand Villages Demonstration, Ten Thousand Villages Renovation" ("千万工程") experience and accelerate the construction of "Four In-Home Courtyards and Harmonious and Beautiful Villages" ("四在农家·和美乡村") characteristic villages. The research team took this topic and rushed to conduct on-the-spot investigations before the New Year. In the morning, they had already investigated the deep processing of Gongmi rice and the planting of Chinese herbal medicines under the forest in Chazhai Village (茶寨村), Dewang Township (德旺乡).
After dinner, the five people rested for a while, and then embarked on the afternoon's journey.
[Scene 2]
Chatting around the brazier, listening carefully and asking in detail.
In the afternoon, Luo Xiong (罗雄), the full-time driver of the research team, started the car. The group came to Wang Xuequan's (汪学权) home to discuss the construction of characteristic villages with the villagers.
Present were village cadres, large planters, and households that had been lifted out of poverty. Eighteen people gathered in the yard, sitting in a circle around the brazier.
Yin Xiongfei (尹熊飞) is a rural broker who has led villagers to develop a 300-mu vegetable industry base. "My specialty is also research, mainly to predict the types of crops needed by the market. Using new varieties and new technologies, vegetable planting is often more competitive."
The research team took notes and did not forget to ask: What are the main crops grown in the village now? How are the benefits? How should market research be done?
"The village used to grow peppers, and now it also grows taro and konjac. The income from peppers is stable, and one mu can be sold for 5,000 yuan," Yin Xiongfei (尹熊飞) said. During the slack season, he often drives to the county seat, visits vegetable markets and wholesalers to understand the "temperament" of the market. "Choy sum and green vegetables are also relatively popular. I hope agricultural technicians can come to the village to see if they are suitable for planting. It would be even better if some new varieties could be provided."
Everyone interjected and supplemented from time to time, and the more they talked, the more energetic they became.
"I planted more than 80 mu of epimedium and raised 20 boxes of bees," said Tian Shuanghong (田双洪), a household that had been lifted out of poverty. "I hope to increase some subsidies for these two industries."
Wang Hongjiang (王洪江), the head of the Rural Construction and Social Undertakings Promotion Section of the Tongren Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, responded: "We have noted your suggestions. We will summarize the research situation in other districts and counties, and we will definitely give you a reply after we have studied it."
The research team then rushed to Jinghe Village (净河村), Dewang Township (德旺乡), to investigate the egg-laying chicken breeding base.
How was such a scale of 700,000 laying hens in stock and an annual output value of 80 million yuan achieved? The research team had in-depth exchanges with Li Yunjing (李云京), the head of the base.
"Artificial chicken farming mainly relies on experience, and it is difficult to achieve standardization," Li Yunjing (李云京) introduced. The farm is handed over to an intelligent system, and ventilation, drinking water, feeding, etc. are all automated. It can also collect data to predict breeding risks. "Each egg has a traceable digital identity, so that consumers can eat with confidence."
Li Qinqi (黎钦彧), a staff member of the Poultry Special Class of the Tongren Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, asked: How much does it cost to build a modern chicken house? Where is the technical equipment imported from? What should be paid attention to if it is promoted elsewhere?
"A chicken house has an average of 100,000 laying hens, and the various costs are about 15 million yuan. The technical equipment comes from Sichuan (四川), Shandong (山东) and other places," Li Yunjing (李云京) reminded. If it is promoted in other places, attention should be paid to the choice of geographical location to reduce transportation costs, and at the same time, try to stay away from residential areas to avoid poultry being affected by human activities.
In addition to the established locations, the research team also temporarily added itineraries based on newly acquired information and investigated the epimedium planting base in Bamei Village (坝梅村).
"Practice has proved that it is very desirable to develop agriculture with industrialization concepts." After the research, Luo Xiuhong (罗秀红) has a deep understanding, "Entering the '15th Five-Year Plan', characteristic villages should strengthen characteristic industries in accordance with local conditions and drive farmers to increase their income and become rich."
"Seeing deeply, listening carefully, and asking in detail." Talking about the impression of the research team, Liu Guohai (刘国海), the secretary of the Party branch of Jinghe Village (净河村), said, "Following them on the research, our ideas have also been opened up."
[Scene 3]
The "nostalgia exhibition point" in the yard attracted the research team.
At the end of the day's itinerary, the research team returned to the farmhouse. After dinner, everyone chatted with Shi Changqian (石昌乾).
"We also thought about staying in the town," said Xiong Maohai (熊茂海), a staff member of the Office of the Tongren Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs. "But your place is close to the research location, so it's not troublesome to stay here, and we can have more time for research."
"Welcome! You are doing research and giving ideas for the development of the village, and I am also benefiting from it," Shi Changqian (石昌乾) revealed that his family received more than 2,000 guests last year, with an income of nearly 200,000 yuan.
Seeing that it was not too late, Shi Changqian (石昌乾) suggested, "Shall I take you to visit the village's attractions?" The research team politely declined and explained that everyone wanted to sort out what they had recorded and thought during the day, so they would not run outside.
Shi Changqian (石昌乾) suggested, "I have a 'nostalgia exhibition point' in my yard. Would you like to take a look? Maybe it will be useful for your research." The research team readily agreed.
Stone mills, wooden plows, wooden rakes, straw raincoats, and bamboo hats, these old objects collected by Shi Changqian (石昌乾) attracted the attention of the research team. "Now, rural children may not have seen these things," Luo Xiuhong (罗秀红) said with emotion, "It is meaningful to let everyone regain their local memories and pay more attention to 'agriculture, rural areas, and farmers'."
On this trip, there was more mud on the soles of their shoes and more notes in their notebooks. Wang Hongjiang (王洪江) said that the research time was still limited, and he had obtained the contact information of several villagers and planned to continue to communicate after returning. "**饱着肚子、空着脑袋** (bǎo zhe dù zi, kōng zhe nǎo dai - "full stomach, empty head," to be unproductive or not contribute meaningfully)," he said, "Research is also work. How can we go back with public money?"
Under the guidance of the spirit of the Central Eight-Point Regulation, Tongren City (铜仁市) has promulgated the Implementation Rules for the Management of Domestic Official Reception of Party and Government Organs, which includes normative requirements for research such as "scientifically arranging and strictly controlling the time, content, route, frequency, and number of personnel for going out."
The next day, the research team will also go to Bapan Town (坝盘镇) and Minhe Town (民和镇) in Jiangkou County (江口县) to investigate the tea and breeding industries. As the night deepened, Shi Changqian (石昌乾) sent everyone back to their rooms and then prepared breakfast. "With so much effort in the research, we have to make sure everyone eats well!" Shi Changqian's (石昌乾) words were very simple.
Return to TopBy: 余 璇
The profound significance of improving investigation and research, as the first item of the Central Eight-Point Regulation, needs to be deeply understood.
It is our Party's family heirloom and a fundamental skill for Party members and cadres. All work requires firsthand information and personal experience. Without solid research as the foundation, decisions and practices will become "castles in the air," leaving behind many hidden dangers.
It also involves the interaction and relationship between the Party and the people, and between cadres and the people. Going to the grassroots and visiting the front lines, every word and deed is seen by others. If the work style is upright and the research is thorough, the masses will naturally praise it; if the work style is improper and the research is perfunctory, the masses will look askance. Whether we can establish a good image, closely connect with the masses, and win trust and support, the state of performance during investigation and research is a touchstone and a review field.
Improving investigation and research requires focusing on the word "practical" (实). The plan should be practical, with clear goals, well-chosen locations, and thorough preparation, avoiding rash actions and willfulness; the work style should be simple, bending down and focusing on the masses and work, abandoning selfish desires and enjoyment, so as not to betray the original intention and mission; the work should be solid, seeing deeply, listening truthfully, and asking in detail, with more mud on the soles of the shoes and more notes in the notebook, so that we can truly make the trip worthwhile and return fully loaded.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, February 5th - The State Council has appointed and removed national personnel.
Yu Junsheng (余俊生) has been appointed as Deputy Director of China Media Group (中央广播电视总台); Zhang Zhongjun (张忠军) has been appointed as Vice President of the National Academy of Governance (国家行政学院).
Li Xiaolong (李晓龙) is removed from the post of Vice Minister of the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development (住房和城乡建设部); Cao Jun (曹俊) is removed from the post of Vice Minister of the Ministry of Veterans Affairs (退役军人事务部); Wang Xiaozhen (王晓真) is removed from the post of Deputy Director of China Media Group (中央广播电视总台); Zhang Zhongjun (张忠军) is removed from the post of Dean of Studies of the National Academy of Governance (国家行政学院).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 王昊男
Improve the service and security system for groups such as empty-nest elderly, children in difficult circumstances, and people with disabilities.
——Excerpt from the "15th Five-Year Plan" proposal
78-year-old Huang Xinmin (黄新民) had breakfast, got dressed, and sat on the sofa near the door of his home.
Huang Xinmin (黄新民), who lives in Huajiadi Community (花家地社区), Wangjing Subdistrict (望京街道), Chaoyang District (朝阳区), Beijing (北京市), has a visual impairment. "I can hear the sounds sitting here. When the volunteers come, I can greet them," Huang Xinmin (黄新民) said. "We'll go to the nearby 'Guangming Cinema' (光明影院) together."
In November 2025, Beijing's (北京市) first New Era Civilization Practice "Guangming Cinema" (光明影院) was inaugurated in Chaoyang District (朝阳区), providing a fixed venue for barrier-free films. The "Guangming Cinema" (光明影院) public service project helps visually impaired people perceive the content of films and achieve barrier-free viewing by inserting narration between the dialogues in the film. Precise and emotionally appropriate professional narration allows visually impaired people to experience the charm of movies.
"They're here!" Huang Xinmin (黄新民) heard footsteps and got up to open the door. "I'm here to pick you up!" Volunteer Fu Xiuling (付秀玲) arrived on time.
This "Guangming Cinema" (光明影院) plans to organize free movie screenings for visually impaired people every month. To clear the "last mile" for visually impaired people to travel, the movie-watching activity also arranges "point-to-point" volunteer pick-up and drop-off services, which are also free.
Huang Xinmin (黄新民) and Fu Xiuling (付秀玲) arrived at the "Guangming Cinema" (光明影院) located in Wangjing Subdistrict (望京街道). On-site, the "Civilization Practice Volunteer Service Fair" was in full swing. Volunteer figures could be seen at every stall, selling handicrafts, playing board games, etc. Zhang Qian (张倩), Chairman of the Wangjing Subdistrict (望京街道) Disabled Persons' Federation, was also on-site providing services and coordination.
"There are 1,829 people with disabilities in the jurisdiction, 172 of whom are visually impaired," Zhang Qian (张倩) introduced. "In order to further leverage the role of the 'Guangming Cinema' (光明影院) and allow more people to share cultural life, we have also invited other people with disabilities to watch movies together, which has also enriched the types of cultural activities."
Everyone took their seats in the screening hall, the lights dimmed, and the screen lit up. Huang Xinmin (黄新民) was immersed in the plot, listening to the narration that was interspersed from time to time: "Brilliant spotlights are scattered on the gold-plated walls, and a street dance competition is being held in the blue theater," "Two team members are performing big roundabouts in the center of the stage, the other team members are stacked in three layers, and one person rolls out of the gap"...
"I can imagine the dancing scenes in the movie. I also like the story of young people working hard for their dreams," Huang Xinmin (黄新民) said after the screening.
It is not easy to describe the world of light and shadow with sound. Ren Keyu (任科宇), a member of the "Guangming Cinema" (光明影院) project at the Communication University of China (中国传媒大学), introduced that the production of a barrier-free film includes multiple processes such as film selection, writing, and recording, which generally takes about a month. "Since the project was launched in 2017, the team's volunteers have produced more than 700 barrier-free films," Ren Keyu (任科宇) said.
Cultural products and venues for visually impaired people are continuing to expand. In order to create more barrier-free cinemas at people's doorsteps, the New Era Civilization Practice Centers in eight districts of Beijing (北京市), namely Dongcheng (东城), Xicheng (西城), Chaoyang (朝阳), Haidian (海淀), Fangshan (房山), Tongzhou (通州), Changping (昌平), and Daxing (大兴), have been included in the "Guangming Cinema" (光明影院) project pilot, and will regularly carry out barrier-free movie-watching activities.
"Volunteer escort" one-on-one service, support from caring enterprises, and linkage of community organizations, the work in each link constitutes a complete service chain from the doorstep to the cinema. "What we want to build is not an isolated screening point, but a sustainable and replicable cultural service security system," said Zhang Xinyuan (张馨元), head of the New Era Civilization Practice Construction Section of the Chaoyang District (朝阳区) Propaganda and Culture Center. "We will continue to work hard to ensure that more visually impaired people can enjoy services on a regular basis."
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People are both the most active element of the productive forces and the ultimate consumers. Stimulating the power of the masses can effectively boost both supply and demand, forming an endogenous driving force for promoting high-quality development.
With the successful conclusion of the "14th Five-Year Plan" and the commencement of the "15th Five-Year Plan," it is even more necessary to summarize the past, grasp the future, and find new sources of strength for achieving greater progress as we usher in the new year.
Looking back at the past year, what unforgettable and wonderful moments stand out?
The National Day military parade, with its rolling iron torrent and fluttering red flags. The viewing platform was shaped like three giant Chinese characters for "person" (人), forming the character "crowd" (众). The Great Wall of Steel composed of hundreds of millions of people once defeated the enemy, and today the great power of the people is still as magnificent as a rainbow.
Mass sports events such as "Su Chao" (苏超), "Village Volleyball" (村排), and "Building BA" (楼BA) have sprung up, with participants both on and off the field, and joy both online and offline. Without celebrities, non-professional, and self-determined, mass events emphasize participation and enjoyment, becoming "top-tier" events in the eyes of countless netizens.
A corner of the park has become a lively stage. In Beijing's Lotus Pond Park (北京莲花池公园), singer Wei Guangde (魏广德) held 82 "park concerts" in four months. In Zizhuyuan Park (紫竹院公园), young singer Hu Qiyue (胡启越) sang a series of red songs, earning praise from citizens and tourists.
Through these wonderful moments, it can be seen that the power of the masses is the common theme of these events: no matter how the conditions of the times change, the masses are always the greatest source of strength; adapting to the new changes in the conditions of the times requires new ways to stimulate the power of the masses and gather the wisdom of the masses.
From the perspective of development stages, with the accelerated construction of a unified national market, and the improvement of infrastructure and public services, ordinary people can better share the dividends of development and participate in exploring the incremental space for China's future development.
Sports and fitness are within easy reach, thanks to the popularization of sports venues and the improvement of living standards. As of the end of 2024, there were 4.8417 million sports venues nationwide, with an average of 3.0 square meters of sports venue area per capita. Hardware facilities extend to remote mountain villages, making mass sports events at the doorstep possible.
On the court are forwards, defenders, and coaches; off the court are small shop owners, deliverymen, and excavator operators. Ordinary people become the protagonists of the stage, which is the real code for mass events to dominate the internet. When the enthusiasm hidden in hundreds of millions of people is ignited, online traffic is transformed into offline cultural tourism dividends, activating the ticket stub economy, and providing a profound impetus for driving consumption and promoting development.
From the perspective of technological empowerment, with the increasing popularity of digital technology and the widespread coverage of social media, "parallel interactive" networked communication is becoming more common, and ordinary people are increasingly becoming the "protagonists" of the internet. Taking the "online mass line" has become a compulsory question for many industries.
Sun Chubo (孙楚泊), a young performer from the China National Opera & Dance Drama Theater (中国歌剧舞剧院), placed the stage in the park. At the flute performance site, there were layers upon layers of people, with the masses embracing art, and art warming people's hearts. Online live broadcasts and short videos continue to go viral, gaining countless fans on social media. Building a bridge between palace art and the life of the common people, and then forming public topics through social media, is an important way for the prosperity and development of art in the new era.
A more profound transformation is that the masses are increasingly becoming the main creators. Zhu Xinyan (祝薪雁), a 56-year-old aunt, uses the warmth of the kitchen stove, window, streets, and alleys to record and comfort ordinary people; Wang Jibing (王计兵), a "delivery poet," writes more than 6,000 poems in the gaps between shuttling through the streets; Li Weijia (李维佳), a "pancake singer," lets his singing and the aroma of pancakes drift together. From "being narrated" to "I write," the participation of the masses makes the garden of art like a field swept by the spring breeze, with all things growing and full of vitality.
In fact, the secret has long been hidden in the Party's line, principles, and policies. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized, "Respect the principal position and pioneering spirit of the people, and fully stimulate the wisdom and strength hidden in the people." Reform activates vitality, the system aggregates strength, and innovation can play an important role. The penetration of digital technology and the development of the digital economy are constantly expanding the breadth and depth of the sinking market, empowering the masses to exert their pioneering spirit, and activating the power of the masses in a completely new way.
The essence of modernization is the modernization of people. In the historical process of basically realizing socialist modernization, the principal position of people has been fully demonstrated. To achieve self-reliance and self-improvement in science and technology, education, science, technology, and talent must be promoted in an integrated manner; to achieve high-quality development, "investing in things" must be closely combined with "investing in people"; to shape new advantages in international competition, we must pay attention to both the "Chinese economy" and the "economy of the Chinese people"...
People are both the most active element of the productive forces and the ultimate consumers. Stimulating the power of the masses can effectively boost both supply and demand, forming an endogenous driving force for promoting high-quality development. Take artificial intelligence technology as an example. China has both a world-leading artificial intelligence talent team and more than 600 million generative artificial intelligence users, laying a market foundation for artificial intelligence technology to be implemented as products and services.
**任天下之智力，以道御之，无所不可** (rèn tiān xià zhī zhì lì, yǐ dào yù zhī, wú suǒ bù kě - "Employ the wisdom of the world, and govern it with principles, and nothing is impossible," meaning that by utilizing the collective wisdom and governing with principles, any task can be accomplished). In the digital age, we have more ways and possibilities to follow the mass line and stimulate the power of the masses. When the power of more than 1.4 billion Chinese people is released to a greater extent, it will promote China to stand at the forefront of the century-long changes, win advantages, and win the future.
Return to TopBy: 罗珊珊
China's opening-up has reached a new realm of cultural empathy, no longer just the relaxation of policies and the opening of markets, but a sincere opening-up of lifestyles and cultural concepts.
"Starting tomorrow, you will become Chinese." Recently, a humorous shout-out from a Chinese-American blogger has sparked a craze of "becoming Chinese" on overseas social media platforms.
"Becoming Chinese" is not about changing nationality, but about an enthusiastic exploration of the Chinese way of life. Foreign netizens are posting their daily routines of drinking hot water, holding insulated cups, cooking health-preserving porridge, and practicing Baduanjin exercises, vying to declare that they have "entered a very Chinese stage of life." Like a mirror, the popularity of "becoming Chinese" reflects the advancement of China's opening to the outside world, the deepening of its interaction with the world, and also the long-standing vitality of Chinese culture.
The popularity of this trend witnesses the improvement of China's cultural soft power.
Since modern times, cultural exchanges between China and foreign countries have experienced "Western learning spreading to the East (西学东渐)." We were once confused about our own culture in the learning of instruments and systems. At that time, the world looked at China mostly with a curious eye, regarding symbolic labels such as Kung Fu, the Great Wall, and pandas as the entirety of their understanding. With the improvement of China's comprehensive national strength, the interaction between China and foreign countries has gradually completed the transformation from "looking up and looking down" to "looking at each other and dialogue." From the Confucius Institute (孔子学院) building a cultural bridge, to domestic mobile games and online literature becoming popular around the world, to today's foreign netizens actively embracing the Chinese way of life, this way of interaction has changed from a one-way cultural output to a two-way cultural resonance.
The "Global Soft Power Index 2026" report released by the British brand finance company shows that China ranks first in the world in several soft power indicators. The report also proposes that global audiences now regard China as a country that can provide intimate experiences and cultural resonance. When foreign netizens sigh that "having Chinese thinking is cool," we clearly see that China's relationship with the world is not what it used to be.
The popularity of this trend reflects the advancement of opening up from "interconnection of objects" to "standard docking" and then to "cultural integration."
In the 1980s and 1990s, we opened our doors and gradually integrated into the global industrial chain. At that time, the interaction between China and foreign countries mostly stayed at the level of commodity trade and technology exchange. Since the new era, China's opening up has entered a new stage of institutional opening up. The network of free trade zones has been continuously woven, the "Belt and Road" Initiative (一带一路) has built a bridge of cooperation, and the China-Europe Railway Express (中欧班列) is galloping on the Eurasian continent. China's interaction with the world is becoming more frequent and the connection is becoming closer.
The "Becoming Chinese" craze confirms that China's opening up has reached a new realm of cultural empathy. The visa-free transit policy allows foreign friends to easily touch the real China, and the short video platform allows a cup of hot water and a set of health-preserving exercises to find supporters across mountains and seas. China's opening up is no longer just the relaxation of policies and the opening of markets, but a sincere opening-up of lifestyles and cultural concepts.
The popularity of this trend demonstrates the timeless vitality of Chinese culture.
The surge of the "Becoming Chinese" craze is ultimately the recognition of the wisdom of the Chinese way of life by foreign netizens, and this wisdom is rooted in the fertile soil of Chinese civilization. The health-preserving habit of drinking hot water originates from the health concept of traditional Chinese medicine (中医) of "warming Yang and dispelling cold (温阳散寒)"; the popularity of Baduanjin (八段锦) contains the Taoist (道家) health philosophy of "harmony between man and nature (天人合一)"; the colorful food culture carries the simple pursuit of "the people regard food as heaven (民以食为天)." These seemingly inconspicuous daily routines are treasures formed by Chinese culture through the baptism of time. From the ideological wisdom of the various schools of thought in the pre-Qin period (诸子百家), to the humanistic feelings of Tang and Song poetry (唐宋诗词), to the contemporary Chinese concept of harmony and win-win cooperation, Chinese culture has always been revitalized in preserving the right and innovating. It does not deliberately cater to the world, but can accept everything; it does not forcibly export values, but can move people's hearts.
From the camel bells of the ancient Silk Road (丝绸之路) to the tea fragrance in today's short videos, China's foreign exchanges have never stopped. The world understands China in the Chinese way of life, which is a vivid portrayal of the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind (人类命运共同体) - transcending estrangement and conflict with civilization exchanges and mutual learning.
Return to TopBy: 任飞帆
Using strict supervision to build a solid protection line, and using high-quality creation to nourish children's growth, this is a practical test that children's micro-dramas must answer well.
Recently, on short video platforms, some micro-dramas disregard the physical and mental characteristics of minors, concocting plots such as "11-year-old girl marrying as a substitute" and "child version of domineering president," frequently causing controversy.
With the micro-drama industry's scale continuously expanding and the user base exceeding 600 million, how did children's micro-dramas become popular, and how should the chaos within them be governed to build a solid growth protection network for minors?
Children have risen to become the protagonists of micro-dramas for multiple reasons. Cute baby videos come with their own traffic. In a top 100 short drama list released by a media outlet for 2025, a micro-drama depicting the talent of a billiards caddie ranked first in popularity. Audiences have a high tolerance for children's performances, so producers do not need to carefully polish scripts or hone actors' acting skills, which can effectively reduce costs. Advertising placements and brand collaborations in children's micro-dramas are relatively easy to connect with, making commercial monetization more efficient. Economic benefits attract capital inflows, and after videos are投放, platform algorithms precisely push them to target users, increasing viewing traffic and thus realizing revenue returns. This business model certainly has its merits, but a fundamental prerequisite for its establishment is to protect the rights and interests of minors in accordance with laws and regulations.
Observing some micro-dramas, whether children are used as supporting roles to promote the plot or as protagonists to stage comebacks, the essence is "children playing adult roles" to create contrast. Similar plots exceed children's cognitive abilities and life experiences, using children as tools for adults' emotional compensation and traffic harvesting. Even worse, some编排 distorted plots that violate common sense, seriously violating public order and good customs, and openly touching the legal red lines and ethical bottom lines of minor protection. Such problems must be corrected.
From the perspective of production, the principle of "best interests of the child" should be upheld. Driven by profit, some production crews disregard the health and safety of child actors in order to reduce costs and speed up progress, resulting in problems such as overloaded filming, lack of necessary protection in dangerous scenes, and non-standard recruitment channels. Children's minds are not yet mature, their self-protection abilities are weak, and their physical and mental development is at a critical stage. They cannot clearly judge risks and protect their own rights and interests like adults. Therefore, it is necessary to standardize production processes, improve various operating rules and regulatory details, and seriously deal with violations.
From the perspective of content creation, we cannot lose positive energy for the sake of traffic alone. Premature exposure of minors to adult-oriented plots, violent and terrifying elements, etc., can easily lead to cognitive confusion and hinder healthy physical and mental development. Not long ago, the Network Audiovisual Program Management Department of the National Radio and Television Administration (国家广播电视总局网络视听节目管理司) issued management tips for children's micro-dramas, strictly prohibiting the participation of children in acting out plots such as "domineering president," "school bullying," and "provoking confrontation." By carefully studying the characteristics of children's growth and launching more innovative works suitable for children and entertaining, the industry can move forward steadily and far.
From the perspective of collaborative governance, safeguarding the healthy growth of minors is a systematic project. Parents should fulfill their guardianship responsibilities, prudently choose participation activities for minors, and say no to requests that harm their children's physical and mental health; online platforms should optimize algorithm recommendation mechanisms, limit or remove不良 content, and block the transmission chain of harmful information; industry organizations should formulate industry norms and child actor protection guidelines to curb non-standard operations; relevant departments should strengthen supervision and strictly investigate and deal with illegal and规创作, production, and dissemination behaviors in accordance with the law. Only when all parties work together in the same direction can we build an all-round, three-dimensional protection network for minors.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五规划) proposal puts forward: "Guide and regulate the healthy development of online literature, online games, and online audiovisual programs, and strengthen online protection for minors." Using strict supervision to build a solid protection line, and using high-quality creation to nourish children's growth, this is a practical test that children's micro-dramas must answer well.
Return to TopSpending the Lunar New Year and engaging in tourism have become a new trend. Recently, the 2026 National Spring Festival Culture and Tourism Consumption Month kicked off, lasting from the end of January to the beginning of March. Various regions will rely on New Year customs, performances, exhibitions, and other activities to hold approximately 30,000 cultural and tourism consumption activities, and issue over 360 million yuan in consumer coupons and other consumption subsidies to better meet the people's needs for a happy and prosperous Lunar New Year.
This is precisely:
Splendid lanterns blend with the night,
Laughter and cheerful voices fill the pavilions.
Magnificent scenes are presented in abundance,
The festive atmosphere of the New Year permeates and unfolds.
By Xu Zhiwen (徐之文)
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The School of Interstellar Navigation, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院大学) was officially inaugurated recently, focusing on cutting-edge fields such as interstellar propulsion, deep-space communication and navigation, and space science, to cultivate urgently needed compound talents.
Interstellar navigation sounds quite futuristic, but it doesn't actually originate from any novels or blockbusters. In June 1961, the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院) held a symposium to discuss a special topic - interstellar navigation. At that time, participating scientists, including Qian Xuesen (钱学森), had a lively discussion around this passionate and dreamy topic. In the following three years, the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院) continued to hold more than 10 interstellar navigation symposiums. Qian Xuesen (钱学森) also wrote the basic teaching material "Introduction to Interstellar Navigation" for aerospace majors in universities, constructing a complete theoretical framework of interstellar navigation with amazing foresight.
In Qian Xuesen's (钱学森) vision, interstellar navigation is divided into "interplanetary navigation" and "interstellar navigation." "Interplanetary navigation" takes place within the solar system familiar to humans. Looking through the manuscript of "Introduction to Interstellar Navigation," terms that sounded out of reach at the time, such as "interstellar navigation wharf," "interplanetary navigation," and "Mars communication," are gradually becoming a reality - "Zhurong" (祝融) is walking on Mars, "Chang'e" (嫦娥) is bringing back lunar soil, BeiDou (北斗) is globally networked, and Chinese people have their own "space home." "Interstellar navigation" means going out of the solar system, which is still an unknown field. For example, facing a long interstellar journey, what kind of new high-energy-density fuel is needed for "range"? How can humans explore civilizations beyond light-years? Asking and breaking through each difficulty will be a major step for human civilization.
Despite all the difficulties, why should we set sail? Exploring space is not only a physical breakthrough of "boundaries," but also generates obvious spillover effects. From flying out of the Earth, to staying in space, and then to going to deep space, challenges have always been catalysts for innovation. Just as satellite positioning, space seeds, and aerospace materials are closely related to human life today, what kind of changes will future exploration bring to human life? The answer may lie in the process of unraveling the mysteries. It should also be noted that space exploration is a global undertaking. We firmly hold the initiative of development in our own hands, and always adhere to an attitude of openness and cooperation.
Roads are made by people. Back then, in order to develop artificial satellites, scientific researchers and engineers in many fields across the country overcame numerous challenges, spent many years tackling key problems, and completed this feat with the simplest equipment. Today, the School of Interstellar Navigation will rely on the existing platform of Beijing Huairou Science City (北京怀柔科学城), the newly built unmanned aerial vehicle intelligent patrol simulation platform, and the space science satellite full-process teaching practice platform, and other 6 characteristic platforms, to provide students with an immersive training environment. Generations of aerospace workers have blazed a trail of self-reliance, and have also supported this dream passed down from generation to generation. Space exploration is difficult and long, and still requires more people to write their papers on the land of the motherland and into the starry sky.
In the science fiction film "The Wandering Earth 2," the plan to go to a new home will last 2,500 years, spanning 100 generations. Some people say that only Chinese people dare to imagine doing something with such a time span, and only the Chinese nation can bear such faith and perseverance. The baton of history is being passed on, and our goal is the sea of stars.
(Excerpted from "Beijing Daily" (北京日报), originally titled "Why Must We 'Interstellar Navigation'")
Return to TopBy: 黄舒楠
The sky was not yet fully light when some people had already embarked on their patrol route. Underfoot were familiar dirt roads, meadows, and boundary markers; before them, the scenery remained almost unchanged year after year. Day after day of walking, seemingly ordinary, silently safeguards the tranquility of the borderlands.
The work of border guards is neither grand nor glamorous. More often, it is diligent practice, vigilance, and repeated confirmation that the national borderlines on the map are "all normal" in reality. From them, we see the importance of tranquility and the merit of guarding, and thus feel the source of strength of China's governance.
The importance of tranquility lies in "responsibility."
The security of the borderlands is not an abstract concept, but is specific to "whether there is someone guarding it." In many places, border guards are not full-time professionals; some are herdsmen, some are farmers, who usually engage in farming and herding, but as long as it is their turn to be on duty, they will appear on time.
This "presence" is itself part of governance. Having someone there means that "abnormalities" can be detected in time, risks can be resolved in advance, and safety supervision will not be a vacuum.
Millions of forest rangers across the country patrol the mountains and forests, monitor fires, and stop illegal logging, guarding the green mountains and clear waters with their footsteps. Countless grid members go into villages and households to collect public opinions, resolve conflicts, and publicize policies, resolving neighborhood disputes and safety hazards in their infancy. It is this "always being present" that constitutes the most basic and reliable link in China's governance.
The merit of guarding lies in "accumulation."
The hardship of border guarding lies not only in the environmental conditions, but also in the length of time. Persisting for a day or a month is not difficult, but what is difficult is year after year, repeating the same route and doing the same thing.
Today, this extremely patient perseverance is being empowered by technology, forming a new governance scenario. Border guards are the "living maps" of the border, and their footprints and experience, and the "slightest disturbance" recorded in their notebooks, can effectively assist in the layout and algorithm optimization of intelligent systems. Long-term unremitting rooting helps to open up a new space for "smart border patrol" and lay a solid security foundation for the economic development of the border areas and the increase of income for border residents.
In many fields, such silent contributions are ubiquitous. For example, the desert control workers in the Taklamakan Desert (塔克拉玛干沙漠), who have been planting and protecting greenery for decades, have finally locked the edges and "closed the gap," weaving the world's longest "green scarf." Such hidden achievements not only support ecological security, but also transform into economic power through photovoltaic desert control and ecological tourism. Every stubbornly growing plant and every silently operating photovoltaic panel tells the story of "green prosperity." If you keep doing the right thing, you will surely 守得云开见月明 (shǒu dé yún kāi jiàn yuè míng - "persist until the clouds disperse and the moon appears," perseverance will eventually be rewarded).
China's governance is achieved through "unity of purpose."
Many border guards devote themselves to border patrols not because they are "passively executing" orders, but because they are "actively participating." This initiative stems from the patriotic feelings passed down from generation to generation. The border line is not an abstract national symbol, but a real space closely connected with grazing, farming, and life. Guarding the border is not only guarding the country, but also guarding one's original aspirations and dreams.
From a deeper perspective, this is a consensus on governance - the "major affairs of the country" are not grand narratives "far away," but common responsibilities "right next to us."
In community governance, should each sweep only the snow from their own doorstep, or should everyone manage the affairs of the community together? When faced with uncivilized behavior, should one only be a bystander or should one resist it together? In regional development, should there be involution or collaboration? If there is a sense of community in the heart and a sense of the overall situation in the mind, a "single heart" will be formed in understanding, a "coordinated game" will be formed in action, and a "concerted effort" will be formed in development.
The figure of the border guard may be ordinary, but it is an indispensable stroke in the painting of the times. It is these unpublicized perseverance, invisible potential achievements, and the symphony of home and country that make the Chinese-style modernization process warmer.
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Return to TopXi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, emphasized: "We rely on innovation to empower high-quality development" and "Innovation and creation have spawned new quality productive forces and made life more colorful." Looking back on the past year, China's economy has been moving towards new directions with surging vitality. The deep integration of science and technology with industry, and the emergence of innovative achievements, have made China one of the fastest-growing economies in terms of innovation. As the Spring Festival approaches, our reporters have traveled to Shanxi (山西), Shanghai (上海), Henan (河南), Guangdong (广东), Hainan (海南), and other places to get close to scientific researchers working hard on the front lines, and listen to their stories of courageously tackling challenges and working together to overcome difficulties.
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New Technology Creates Good Valves
Jin Liming (靳利铭)
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At 8 p.m., the office is still brightly lit. Colleagues from the production and quality inspection departments are sitting together, preparing to hold a research and development review meeting. Jin Liming (靳利铭) has just returned from an inspection of the small parts machining workshop and quickly joins the meeting. Everyone discusses the experimental methods for optimizing the pneumatic reversing valve. Jin Liming (靳利铭) listens to the colleagues' analysis while sketching on the drawings.
Recently, the pneumatic reversing valve designed and developed under my leadership has entered the final testing stage and will soon be launched as a new product for the new year. In recent years, we have targeted the needs of high-end equipment manufacturing, new energy, and other fields, and entered the waste gas treatment track of the environmental protection industry. The pneumatic reversing valve is used in waste gas treatment equipment in the environmental protection industry.
The medium passing through the pneumatic reversing valve is industrial waste gas, which requires fast opening and closing speeds and high frequency, placing extremely high demands on durability, friction coefficient, and sealing performance. With a tight delivery time, the original design方案 must also be adjusted at any time according to the production schedule, which brings considerable challenges to our technical capabilities. For example, we previously found that the surface roughness of the valve stem has a large impact on the friction resistance when the valve plate is working. Therefore, we adopted a rolling process to improve the surface quality of the valve stem and reduce the roughness.
I have worked at Yangquan Valve Company (阳泉阀门公司) for nearly 20 years. Looking back, the most impressive thing is the optimization and modification of the gas gate valve in 2015. At that time, some old products were heavy and costly. We first established a three-dimensional model for stress and strain analysis. On the premise of ensuring the strength and rigidity requirements of the valve, we changed the cross-sectional shape of the valve cavity and the position of the reinforcing ribs to see if the weight could be reduced accordingly. We made more than a dozen three-dimensional drawings, and each drawing had to undergo simulation experiments to repeatedly compare data and see which was the optimal solution.
Entering the production stage, we were a little worried at first that if there were design problems, it would be very difficult to repair them later. Unexpectedly, the experimental results showed that they were qualified, and everyone was very excited. I often joke with the team that when tackling technical problems, we are so worried that we can't sleep; after the problem is solved successfully, we are so happy that we can't sleep. In the end, the cost of a single gas gate valve was reduced by about 10,000 yuan, making it more competitive in the market.
Last year, we added 16 new patents, including 5 high-quality invention patents, and participated in the formulation of 3 national standards and 3 group standards. This year, we will further grasp market demand, strengthen technological innovation, and cooperate with multiple universities to introduce scientific research and innovation forces through industry-university-research cooperation to revitalize traditional industries.
(The author is the Minister of the Technology Department of Shanxi Yangquan Valve Co., Ltd. (山西阳泉阀门股份有限公司), interviewed and compiled by Ma Ruishan (马睿姗), reporter of this newspaper)
Large Models Are Getting Better at Chatting
Liu Jitao (刘吉涛)
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Liu Jitao (刘吉涛) eats lunch while pondering the technical details of model optimization discussed at the morning meeting. A new idea pops into his mind, and he quickly writes it down. After lunch, he sits back next to the algorithm team's workstation to verify the new idea. Code and constantly updated model training and evaluation data scroll across the computer screen. As the experimental results are optimized time after time, Liu Jitao's (刘吉涛) and his colleagues' expressions become excited...
I am an AI engineer working in the "Model Speed Space" (模速空间) large model innovation ecosystem community in Shanghai (上海), but I prefer to describe myself as an "AI craftsman." Our job is to constantly polish large models to better understand people's behavior, context, and needs in real-world use scenarios. In recent years, many large model companies have launched new iterations of their products around the Spring Festival, and we are no exception. A new version of the text large model is the focus of our recent work.
Currently, my optimization goal is to improve the realism of the dialogue. There is no fixed standard for chatting. Some people like a lively tone, while others prefer a calm response. Initially, the models we trained could only "dialogue" and could not be called "chatting." How can we embody abstract feelings into code? Combining business scenarios, we built an evaluation system suitable for our own models, subdivided into multiple dimensions such as basic dialogue ability, emotional resonance points, scene recognition, and multi-turn dialogue memory, and also established an exclusive test set to optimize training. We often process data, record problems, and adjust models day and night, hoping to get positive evaluations from users, which is the best reward for us.
Innovation requires breaking through existing frameworks. For example, when people chat online, in addition to entering text, they may also use voice, pictures, and short videos, which requires collaborative reasoning and result fusion through text models and multi-modal models such as images and voice to achieve a more natural interactive experience.
Innovation also requires "trial and error." Once, a data processing method we adopted had good results in small-batch testing, but problems occurred after being scaled up to massive data. We switched schemes overnight and raced against time to re-sort the data links. This made me realize that AI research and development cannot be "almost there," and every step must be supported by accurate data.
AI research and development is a long process that requires continuous refinement and continuous tackling of key problems. In the new year, we will achieve breakthroughs in the multi-modal field, optimize the model's adaptation ability, and look forward to working with more AI practitioners to let domestic large models shine on the global stage.
(The author is a research and development engineer at Shanghai Xiyu Jizhi Technology Co., Ltd. (上海稀宇极智科技有限公司), interviewed and compiled by Wang Yinxin (王崟欣), reporter of this newspaper)
Precision "Joints" Make Major National Equipment Smoother
Zhou Lin (周琳)
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"The closer to the end, the more careful you must be..." In the laboratory, Zhou Lin (周琳) and her team members are sitting around a computer, holding a video conference with researchers from the National Astronomical Observatories of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院国家天文台) to study the refined product plan. On the drawings, lines outline the contour of the bearing, and data such as dimensions and load-bearing capacity are densely marked.
As a bearing designer, my job is, simply put, to make "joints" for mechanical equipment. Not long ago, the first set of 4.6-meter outer diameter high radial load-bearing capacity three-row cylindrical roller slewing bearings designed by me was successfully rolled off the production line and passed the expert group's acceptance.
This "joint" is designed to support the world's largest 120-meter aperture fully steerable radio telescope. It must not only bear the pressure equivalent to more than 4,000 tons of heavy objects, but also ensure stability and smoothness when driving the main body of the telescope to rotate. If the pointing deviates due to bearing errors, even micron-level shaking may cause valuable astronomical data to **失之毫厘，谬以千里** (shī zhī háo lí, miù yǐ qiān lǐ - "lose by a hair, miss by a mile," a tiny error can lead to huge mistakes).
During the research and development period, our team often worked day and night. Several times we encountered bottlenecks in the research and development of key technologies, and the test data was not ideal, and everyone was very anxious. We encouraged each other, and the final product was successfully accepted at one time, filling the domestic gap in the development of extra-large high-load-bearing telescope azimuth bearings.
For me, a "veteran" who has been studying high-precision bearings for 30 years, I still feel a lot of pressure every time I receive a task.
I remember more than 10 years ago, we had to develop supporting bearings for the "pupil" of the "China Sky Eye" (中国天眼) (FAST) - the feed cabin. Ultra-precision, lightweight, small torque... We were determined to "create precedents if there are no precedents," stayed in the laboratory, traveled back and forth to the workshop, and finally made the runout of the nearly 2-meter-diameter bearing far less than the diameter of a hair.
In addition to "looking up at the stars," my work often requires "being down-to-earth." In order to overcome the "bottleneck" technology of shield machine main bearings, our team constantly explored and verified, and broke through a series of difficulties. Today, the main bearings developed by Luoyang Bearing Group (洛轴) can cover various shield machines from 3-meter to 12-meter level.
From the establishment of the factory during the "First Five-Year Plan" period to embarking on the new journey of the "Fifteenth Five-Year Plan," Luoyang Bearing Group (洛轴) has witnessed the development and strength of the national industry. Our front-line scientific researchers must make persistent efforts to develop precision "joints" for more major national equipment.
(The author is the Director of the Special Precision Bearing Research Institute of the Technology Center of Luoyang Bearing Group Co., Ltd. (河南洛阳轴承集团股份有限公司), interviewed and compiled by Zhang Wenhao (张文豪), reporter of this newspaper)
Make Good Use of the Nanfan "Breeding Accelerator"
Zhao Haiming (赵海铭)
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In the Nanfan (南繁) base, the continuous corn is lush. Raise your hand to hold the tassel bag, shake your wrist neatly to let the pollen fall into the tassel bag, then quickly remove the bag on the ear of the female plant, and evenly sprinkle the pollen in the tassel bag on the silks, and then fix the ear bag with a thumbtack... In less than 1 minute, the artificial pollination of a corn plant is completed. Zhao Haiming (赵海铭) has to repeat this operation hundreds of times every day.
As the Spring Festival approaches, the Nanfan (南繁) base is becoming lively again, which has become a fixed rhythm for our agricultural researchers. Many people are curious, why do we have to come to Hainan (海南) repeatedly? The key is "Nanfan (南繁) generation increase." Sanya (三亚) has unique light and heat conditions, and the crop growth cycle is short. Corn that can only be harvested once a year in the north can be planted two to three times here. Therefore, Nanfan (南繁) has become the "breeding accelerator" in our hearts.
In recent years, my main focus has been on a key link in corn hybrid seed production - detasseling. More than 99% of the corn we grow now is hybrid. The advantage of hybridization is that it can significantly increase yield. There is a problem in hybrid seed production: the tassels of the female parent must be removed in a timely and thorough manner, otherwise it will self-pollinate and affect the purity of the seeds. At present, detasseling in China mainly relies on manual labor, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive, restricting the full mechanization of corn seed production.
The laboratory where I work is developing "corn intelligent nuclear male sterility seed production technology," which is to find a way to make the female parent corn "male flower sterile." We use the advantage of Nanfan (南繁) rapid generation increase to backcross the traits of sterile lines into the female parent of the main corn varieties. We must not only ensure that these sterile lines are male flower sterile, but also ensure that other traits, such as disease resistance and lodging resistance, remain excellent. After the ears are mature, we will take the selected single plant seeds to Gansu (甘肃), Xinjiang (新疆) and other places for seed production verification.
After more than 10 years of efforts, we have made some progress: the female parent sterility is very thorough, and the hybrid seeds produced are normally fertile and have sufficient pollen grains. It can effectively reduce the cost of corn seed production, increase the purity of hybrid seeds by about 1%, and increase seed production by nearly 10%.
Although it is common for us not to be able to reunite with our families during the Spring Festival, I feel very at ease when I see corn tassels, pollinate, and mature season after season in the Nanfan (南繁) base. Because I know that what supports this perseverance is the original intention of our agricultural researchers to strengthen agriculture and serve the country and the mission of revitalizing the seed industry.
(The author is a professor at the College of Agriculture of China Agricultural University (中国农业大学农学院), interviewed and compiled by Ding Yasong (丁雅诵), reporter of this newspaper)
Robots Go From "Seeing" to "Understanding"
Zeng Yusheng (曾钰胜)
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As the lights come on, the laboratory is still busy. Zeng Yusheng (曾钰胜) is趴在 (pā zài - "lying on," leaning over) the operating table, debugging the visual perception system of the industrial humanoid robot Walker S2. After debugging, he starts the program. Facing the screws stacked on the table, the robot quickly completes pose recognition, accurately sorts the screws, and places them in the designated position... Zeng Yusheng (曾钰胜) smiles as he watches the humanoid robot's precise full-process operation.
If humanoid robots are becoming "new employees" in intelligent manufacturing, then the visual system developed by our visual algorithm engineers is to install "eyes" for them. Vision is not only a "input" tool for humanoid robots to perceive the environment, but also the "cognitive" basis for them to understand the world, make decisions, and collaborate with people. It is the most core perception ability to realize their autonomous action and interaction with people in complex environments.
In the past year, our team has entered factories and production lines with the Walker S series, witnessing it move from the laboratory to large-scale application. Behind this are countless days of fighting in the debugging workshop, on the application site, and in code and algorithms. For me, it is also an experience of continuous growth in solving practical problems.
For example, in a robot training session, there were many black workpieces in the workshop. Due to the surface absorbing light, the depth camera could hardly capture effective point cloud data, and the robot could not accurately identify their poses. To this end, our team developed a pose estimation algorithm that integrates RGB and environmental depth, using RGB images to extract rich texture and edge features, and integrating depth information from non-black areas around the workpiece for spatial reasoning, so that the robot can still accurately calculate the 6D pose of the object when the depth data is incomplete. After continuous algorithm iteration and on-site debugging, the team finally achieved a breakthrough in which the full-process sorting accuracy exceeded 99%, successfully upgrading the robot's visual perception from "seeing" to "understanding."
In this way, as humanoid robots enter more industrial scenarios, we continue to optimize models and adjust strategies for "small accidents" in actual operations. Every technological breakthrough is not achieved overnight; every landing scenario is the result of the team's day and night efforts. In the new year, we will continue to work towards the goal of making robots "understand, see accurately, think, and execute," and contribute our share to the vast world of intelligent manufacturing.
(The author is a visual algorithm engineer at Shenzhen Ubtech Technology Co., Ltd. (深圳优必选科技股份有限公司) in Guangdong (广东), interviewed and compiled by Li Zong (李纵), reporter of this newspaper)
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By: 宋 宇
From traditional manufacturing factory workshops to artificial intelligence research and development centers, and then to experimental farmland with crisscrossing ditches, at this moment, a vibrant and bustling innovation landscape is unfolding. As the Spring Festival approaches and the festive atmosphere grows stronger, the pace of tackling key problems on the front lines of innovation remains hurried. The dedication and hard work of scientific researchers are a vivid footnote to innovation empowering high-quality development.
This footnote contains the ambition of upholding the righteous and innovating anew, refining and upgrading. In Yangquan Valve (阳泉阀门) in Shanxi (山西) and Luoyang Bearing (洛阳轴承) in Henan (河南), perseverance is the consolidation of the industrial foundation and the inheritance of the spirit of craftsmanship. From using hammers in the past to inputting code and outputting data today, intelligent transformation is a bone-forging rebirth in the accumulation of momentum. It is necessary to do a good job in the deep integration of science and technology and industry, so that traditional industries can be revitalized.
This footnote contains the daring to be the first and the urgency of seizing the moment. In "Model Speed Space" (模速空间) in Shanghai (上海) and Guangdong (广东) robotics companies, perseverance is the development of emerging tracks and the grasp of development opportunities. At present, technological competition is becoming increasingly fierce, and tackling difficult problems is like an arrow on a bowstring. Only by daring to find "certainty" in "uncertainty" and erecting "road signs" in the "no man's land" can we keep up with and rush to the forefront in the global innovation wave.
This footnote contains the tranquility of sharpening a sword for ten years and achieving success through sustained effort. In the Hainan (海南) breeding base and more innovation front lines, perseverance is the adherence to scientific laws and the interpretation of mission and responsibility. Scientific and technological self-reliance and self-improvement are the foundation of national prosperity and the key to security, and scientific research has its own rhythm. Cold winters, hot summers, and auspicious festivals witness this focus and patience, and record the vivid practice of integrating personal struggle into national needs.
Accumulate strength in perseverance and harvest hope in struggle. Looking at the front lines of innovation, there are figures who dare to climb to the peak at all times, and there are creations that are changing with each passing day everywhere. The vast number of scientific and technological workers are using the courage to spur on their horses, the vitality of ten thousand horses galloping, and the tireless spirit to join hands on the new journey of the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) to move towards the next spring!
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Layout design: Zhang Fangman (张芳曼)
By: 本报记者 张天培 王 洲
The ideals of youth are answered with a lifetime, and the oath of being a police officer echoes in the depths of time.
"I am willing to be a stone, let the Republic build me into a steel Great Wall." - This poem written by Dong Yijun (董亦军) during his school days reflects his original intention of becoming a police officer and has become his life's portrayal.
Dong Yijun (董亦军) was born in October 1967. Before his death, he was a member of the Party Committee and Deputy Director of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau (北京市公安局), Secretary of the Party Committee and Director-General (Director) of the Traffic Management Department (Traffic Management Bureau) (交通管理总队（交通管理局）). He worked in the Xicheng Branch (西城分局) of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau, the Municipal Bureau, the Tongzhou Branch (通州分局), and the Traffic Management Bureau. He died in Beijing (北京) on October 21, 2025, due to a sudden illness despite medical treatment, at the age of 58.
During his 36 years as a police officer, Dong Yijun (董亦军) dedicated all his efforts and even his life to his beloved public security career. With infinite loyalty to the Party, he diligently performed his duties, worked hard, and was dedicated to his work, making outstanding contributions to promoting the high-quality development of public security work in the capital.
Loyalty and Dedication Without Dishonoring the Mission
"Wearing a police uniform means taking on responsibility"
In 1989, Dong Yijun (董亦军) graduated from the Chinese People's Public Security University (中国人民公安大学). With a love for public security, he became a police officer in the Xicheng Branch (西城分局) of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau (北京市公安局).
"In those days, there were few college students, and he became a 'treasure' as soon as he arrived." Wang Yuguang (王宇光), the then Deputy Director of the Erlong Road Police Station (二龙路派出所) of the Xicheng Branch (西城分局) of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau (北京市公安局), recalled, "In order to train Dong Yijun (董亦军), the station arranged for him to be responsible for communities with relatively complex personnel and security situations. As a result, it was discovered that this young man was really smart and down-to-earth."
Dong Yijun (董亦军), who had only been a "community police officer" for more than three months, was able to report clearly on the people, places, things, and events in his jurisdiction at every meeting.
"He was able to understand the community situation thoroughly in a short period of time because he spent day and night in the community, conducting investigations and visits to understand the situation." Wang Yuguang (王宇光) said that at the same time, he did not neglect other work in the police station, and he could stay up all night when he was busy. With this down-to-earth spirit, he won praise from his colleagues.
"Wearing a police uniform means taking on responsibility, and the trust of the people must never be betrayed!" This is what Dong Yijun (董亦军) said, and this is what he did.
In July 2025, some areas of Beijing (北京) suffered from floods. Dong Yijun (董亦军) quickly organized the city's public security traffic management system to do its best in emergency response tasks, and at the same time formed a team to support the areas severely affected by the flood.
After the support team set off, he also rushed to the scene himself. "His arrival greatly boosted the morale of the front-line team." An on-site cadre recalled, "He not only brought warmth, but also used his actions to tell us what responsibility and commitment are."
Everyone said that wherever there was a task, his figure could always be seen.
It is this kind of leading by example and sharing weal and woe with front-line police officers that has won Dong Yijun (董亦军) the respect of the majority of police officers.
"Loyalty must be reflected in action." This is what he often said. He integrated his ideals and feelings into the days and nights of selfless work and selfless dedication.
Selfless Dedication Rooted in the People
"Every matter of the people must be treated as a major matter"
Dong Yijun (董亦军) placed the people in the highest position in his heart and often said in his work: "Every matter of the people must be treated as a major matter."
The Public Opinion Complaint Handling and Police Supervision Detachment of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau's Traffic Management Bureau (北京市公安局交管局) receives suggestions or consultations from the public every day, including many repeated questions.
Afraid that his comrades would have a slack mentality, Dong Yijun (董亦军) repeatedly emphasized: "We may have encountered the same problem hundreds of times, but for the people who raise the problem, it may be the first time they have encountered it. What is one percent for us may very well be one hundred percent for the people."
Du Xin (杜昕), Deputy Detachment Leader of the Public Opinion Complaint Handling and Police Supervision Detachment of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau's Traffic Management Bureau (北京市公安局交管局), recalled: "He often told us to look at problems from a higher perspective, think from the perspective of the people, and seriously treat every appeal of the people."
In Dong Yijun's (董亦军) view, the starting point and foothold of public security work is to satisfy the people.
During his work in the Tongzhou Branch (通州分局) of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau (北京市公安局), Dong Yijun (董亦军) vigorously promoted the reform of public security administrative management services, successively promoting 87 government service items to enter the government service center to achieve "one-window handling" and innovating 110 convenient measures for the people. He said: "The purpose of our public security government service measures is to make it more convenient for the people to handle affairs, and we must dare to exchange our reforms for the satisfaction of the people."
Under his promotion, the Tongzhou Branch's (通州分局) "immediate response to complaints" response rate, resolution rate, and satisfaction rate were the highest in the city, truly turning the service window into a front-line position for closely connecting with the people and optimizing the business environment.
One convenient measure after another was introduced, and one urgent, difficult, and worrying problem of the people after another was solved. Everyone saw how much effort Dong Yijun (董亦军) put into this.
In the memory of Tan Long (谭龙), a member of the Party Committee and Deputy Director of the Tongzhou Branch (通州分局) of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau (北京市公安局), Dong Yijun (董亦军) was a "person racing against time." Late at night, his office was often brightly lit. He was either processing work documents or studying public opinions.
"Once, at 3 a.m., I delivered an urgent document to him. He was still processing documents, and the tea next to him had cooled down. When he looked up and saw me, his first sentence was, 'Why haven't you rested so late? Take care of your health.' But his own eyes were full of bloodshot." Tan Long (谭龙) recalled.
Speaking of Dong Yijun's (董亦军) sudden death, Ma Wenxiang (马文香), the director of the Temple of Heaven Park (天坛公园), could not suppress his grief: "What a good person!"
"For the safety of the road in front of the park, he coordinated the addition of pedestrian-only lanes and isolation facilities to effectively separate pedestrians from motor vehicles and create a safer and more orderly sightseeing environment for tourists." Ma Wenxiang (马文香) recalled, "He always had the people in his heart. During that time, he often observed whether the traffic facilities at the entrance of the Temple of Heaven Park (天坛公园) were reasonable, and he would work on the spot and coordinate solutions after discovering problems."
Caring about the people, no matter how big or small. In Dong Yijun's (董亦军) heart, the smiles of the people were the most precious medal.
Practical Responsibility with Unswerving Determination
"Since we are going to do it, we will make it bigger, stronger, and more practical"
In 2011, Dong Yijun (董亦军) was transferred to the Internal Organization Division of the Duty Command of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau (北京市公安局). The first important task given to Dong Yijun (董亦军) was to coordinate the establishment of a regional police cooperation mechanism for the entire bureau.
Regional police cooperation? Everyone was confused when they first heard this term. No one knew what to do or how to do it.
"If there is no precedent, we will create a precedent. Since we are going to do it, we will make it bigger, stronger, and more practical." Dong Yijun (董亦军) encouraged everyone. Then, he plunged into it, spending more than two months leading everyone to go to the grassroots level, visit teams and stations, communicate face-to-face with front-line cadres and police officers, record hundreds of pain points and difficulties facing regional police cooperation, listen to opinions widely, and respond to them one by one. In this way, an opinion on establishing a regional police cooperation mechanism was formed. In 2016, the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) Police Collaborative Development Framework Agreement was signed in Beijing (北京), and regional police cooperation gradually became a new normal.
"He did his job to the extreme." Many colleagues commented on him in this way.
During his work in the Traffic Management Bureau (交管局) of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau (北京市公安局), roads with heavy traffic and accident-prone sections became Dong Yijun's (董亦军) office site.
Sometimes, Dong Yijun (董亦军) would deliberately come to busy streets and ask passers-by where they came from, whether they were tourists or locals. He always said that it is necessary to understand the actual situation in order to formulate effective policies.
He often walked to check key road sections, repeatedly walking back and forth several times. "What is the daily traffic flow at the intersection?" "What is the proportion of non-motor vehicles?" "What is the distribution of surrounding public service facilities?" When he encountered questions of concern, he always asked to get to the bottom of things, often making a group of "examinees" nervous and sweating.
From the Xicheng Branch (西城分局) to the Municipal Bureau's Command and Office, from the Tongzhou Branch (通州分局) to the Traffic Management Bureau (交管局), the positions changed, the responsibilities changed, but Dong Yijun's (董亦军) true and pragmatic nature of being rooted in the front line did not change. Like the roots of a tree, the more it grows upward, the more it takes root downward.
"He often came over at night to monitor road conditions with us, and he would monitor until late at night. He said that it is clearer to see the flow of vehicles at night, which is more helpful to understand the actual situation. Many 'golden ideas' for unblocking and ensuring smooth traffic were born in such situations." Song Wei (宋威), the captain of the Command and Dispatch Squadron of the Duty Command Detachment of the Traffic Management Bureau (北京市公安局交管局), recalled.
"Now, the practice of monitoring road conditions, encountering situations, and finding ideas at night is still retained, but his figure can no longer be seen." Speaking of this, Song Wei's (宋威) eyes instantly turned red.
"He didn't talk to me about work much, but as long as Beijing (北京) introduced new traffic management measures, I knew he had done another thing." Although they lived apart most of the time, Xu Wenjun (许文军), Dong Yijun's (董亦军) wife, who is also a police officer, understood him very well, "His work results can be seen when I walk on the road. This is the career he loves deeply."
Dong Yijun (董亦军) was very busy with his work, but in everyone's eyes, he was always as warm as ever in his dealings with people.
"He was very concerned about the lives of the police officers and asked the unit to solve the actual difficulties of the police officers as much as possible." Liu Bin (刘滨), the former colleague of Dong Yijun (董亦军), the Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Political Commissar of the Yanqing Branch (延庆分局) of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau (北京市公安局), had tears in his eyes.
"His heart was filled with work and family, but how could he not have himself in it?" Lin Zhen (林振), the Political Commissar of the Verification and Supervision Detachment of the Office of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau (北京市公安局), was deeply saddened by Dong Yijun's (董亦军) death.
The hero has passed away, but his spirit will live on forever.
Dong Yijun (董亦军) once said: "To be a person, you don't have to be glorious, but you must be upright; to do things, you don't have to be perfect, but you must have a clear conscience."
This "upright" character and "clear conscience" pursuit have become the background color of his life.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 杨文明
Lincang City (临沧市), Yunnan Province (云南省), has over 97% of its land area covered by mountains. Although the area produces high-quality bananas, transportation difficulties once limited agricultural development. Now, with the maturity and popularization of drone technology, local people have a good solution: using drones to transport bananas.
"Without drones, it would be difficult for mountain bananas to get down the mountain." Chen Guangming (陈光明) from Tianjin (天津) has been growing bananas in Mengding Town (孟定镇), Gengma Dai and Wa Autonomous County (耿马傣族佤族自治县), Lincang City (临沧市) for a long time. His company specializes in the high-quality banana market.
In the past, transporting bananas down mountain paths relied entirely on workers carrying them with shoulder poles. From the top of the mountain to the bottom, even the strongest and fastest workers had to walk for more than 10 minutes; more than 20 workers working all day could not fill a wagon. In addition, bananas are "delicate," and even a slight bump can cause the skin to turn black, making them substandard.
Now, after cutting the bananas, attaching a hanging cable, they can be transported to the landing point by drone in just 2 minutes. At the landing point, workers hang the bananas on a transport cableway, sending them to the processing point, and a box of bananas can be packaged in less than 5 minutes. "The entire process from harvesting to packaging of bananas does not touch the ground, effectively avoiding abrasions and bumps," said Chen Guangming (陈光明). "Good goods sell for good prices, and the increased income minus the cost of renting drones and building field cableways makes it a worthwhile deal!"
In the fields and villages of Lincang City (临沧市), more and more drones travel between the mountains, benefiting production and life.
In Yongde County (永德县), a field "competition" between traditional manual labor and drone operations was launched - on one side was Lu Wenshu (鲁文书), sales manager of Yunnan Rufeng Agricultural Technology Co., Ltd. (云南如锋农业科技有限公司), bringing drones, and on the other side were "old hands" invited by local large growers.
"The orchard terrain is complex, can this 'iron lump' work?" Before the drone took off, many "old hands" were skeptical.
Seeing is believing - setting flight parameters, planning flight paths, and the drone carrying dozens of pounds of medicine took off, spraying back and forth over the orchard. The drone pilot precisely controlled the flight altitude and speed, and after a while, a large area of crops was sprayed, while manual operations had just started. As the drone landed steadily, the doubts also disappeared.
Transporting agricultural and sideline products, carrying out agricultural plant protection, hoisting agricultural materials and tools... As drone application scenarios continue to expand, more and more farmers are beginning to actively invest drones in all aspects of agricultural production. "Many large growers have begun to purchase drones themselves, and agricultural machinery companies have also begun to provide drone services to farmers with smaller planting scales," said Lu Wenshu (鲁文书). As demand continues to increase, related industries have also developed.
In Lincang City (临沧市), in addition to directly serving agricultural production, drones are also widely used in infrastructure maintenance, natural disaster prevention and control, and many other fields.
"The inspection drone is ready, request takeoff." As the command to agree to takeoff was issued, Zhou Shuntao (周顺涛), the inspection drone pilot of Lincang Power Supply Bureau (临沧供电局) of Yunnan Power Grid Company (云南电网公司) of China Southern Power Grid (南方电网), pressed the takeoff button. "In the past, to inspect 50 kilometers of lines, two technicians needed to trek for a full 8 days, which was not only time-consuming and labor-intensive, but also had certain safety risks," said Zhou Shuntao (周顺涛). Now, with drones, the same workload can be completed in two days. "The infrared radar of the inspection drone can accurately capture the entire picture of the line, and through radar modeling and image recognition technology, it can quickly identify and mark fault points, with an accuracy of up to centimeter level."
Arriving at the study room of the Lincang City Fire and Rescue Detachment (临沧市消防救援支队), several firefighters are receiving drone flight knowledge training. Previously, a fire occurred in Lincang (临沧), and the Lincang City Fire and Rescue Detachment (临沧市消防救援支队) quickly used drones to photograph the fire scene and accurately measure the fire area and disaster situation... 10 minutes later, a 3D model of the fire scene clearly appeared on the command's big screen. "Drones conduct aerial reconnaissance, effectively assess the extent of the fire, and can provide important references for formulating safe rescue and evacuation directions," said Political Commissar Zhang Li (章黎) of the detachment.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on February 5th (Reporter Liu Yang (刘阳)) On the 5th, the launch ceremony for the 2026 "Reliving the Classics" exhibition and broadcast works, themed "Revisiting Audiovisual Classics and Composing a New Chapter for the Times," was held at the State Administration of Radio and Television (国家广播电视总局).
The 2026 exhibition and broadcast works include a total of 190 classic TV dramas, documentaries, and cartoons, donated by 77 units including China Media Group (中央广播电视总台), Beijing TV Art Center Co., Ltd. (北京电视艺术中心有限公司), and Hairun Film & Television Production Co., Ltd. (海润影视制作有限公司), and will be broadcast successively on the "Reliving the Classics" channel.
Since its launch two years ago, "Reliving the Classics" has successively broadcast 343 classic works, with a cumulative viewership of 78.62 million households on cable TV and a total of 359 million unique viewers across the network. Its viewership performance has consistently ranked among the top satellite channels in the country. In 2025, the channel closely followed major historical nodes and carried out the "Exhibition and Broadcast of Classic Audiovisual Works for the 80th Anniversary of the Victory Against Japanese Aggression" event. In response to audience expectations, it opened up special time slots such as "Afternoon Time" and "Weekend Cinema." At the same time, it launched the "Dianbaoer (典宝儿)" IP and a series of derivative content, and continued to carry out a series of activities such as entering universities and nursing homes. In addition, "Reliving the Classics" continues to deepen integrated communication and establish a collaborative mechanism between channel broadcasting and special zone on-demand. In 2025, the "Reliving the Classics" on-demand special zone cumulatively exhibited 622 works, of which 193 works realized the linkage exhibition and broadcast between the channel and the special zone, making positive contributions to enriching the spiritual and cultural life of the people.
The ceremony also released the most popular works of the "Reliving the Classics" channel in 2025, which are the TV series *Ke Wang (渴望)*, *Chuang Guandong (闯关东)*, *The Age of Steel (钢铁年代)*, *Happiness as Flowers (幸福像花儿一样)*, *Empresses in the Palace (甄嬛传)*, and *Genesis (创世纪)*, the documentaries *A General History of China (中国通史)* and *Daihao 221 (代号221)*, the cartoon *Panda and Little Mole (熊猫和小鼹鼠)*, and the movie *Strike at the Aggressors (打击侵略者)*.
During the Spring Festival, the "Reliving the Classics" channel will broadcast classic TV series such as *Journey to the West (西游记)* and *Guo Ba Yin (过把瘾)*, classic cartoons such as *The Story of New Year's Eve (除夕的故事)* and *Little Cat Fishing (小猫钓鱼)*. At the same time, classic works such as the movies *Jinshang Tianhua (锦上添花)* and *Tracks in the Snowy Forest (林海雪原)*, as well as *Peking Opera Audio Matching (京剧音配像)*, will continue to be broadcast, accompanying audiences across the country to enjoy a classic audiovisual feast in a strong festive atmosphere.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Hong Kong (香港) February 5th dispatch (Reporter Feng Xuezhi (冯学知)) Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (香港特别行政区) John Lee (李家超) stated on the 4th that this year marks the beginning of the nation's "15th Five-Year Plan," and he will lead the SAR government's various policy bureaus and departments to proactively align with the "15th Five-Year Plan" framework and formulate Hong Kong's (香港) first five-year plan.
On the same day, John Lee (李家超) delivered a speech at the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's (中央人民政府驻香港特别行政区联络办公室) 2026 Spring Festival gathering, stating that in 2025, Hong Kong's (香港) economy achieved an annual growth of 3.5%, with total merchandise exports and imports increasing by 12%. In that year, Hong Kong (香港) continued to be the world's freest economy, its global competitiveness rose to third in the world, its talent ranking and digital competitiveness both rose to fourth in the world, and the number of mainland and overseas companies stationed in Hong Kong (香港) reached a historical high of over 11,000.
John Lee (李家超) stated that these achievements all stem from the nation's solid support, the SAR government's unremitting efforts, and the united struggle of Hong Kong (香港) citizens, demonstrating Hong Kong's (香港) advantages of internal connection and external communication under the "One Country, Two Systems" framework. In the new year, the SAR government will work with all sectors of society to proactively connect with national development strategies, deepen international exchanges and cooperation, and strive to write a magnificent chapter of the steady and long-term implementation of "One Country, Two Systems."
He said that the SAR government will consolidate and enhance Hong Kong's (香港) status as an international financial, shipping, and trade center, and fully build an international innovation and technology center and a high ground for gathering international high-end talent. Hong Kong (香港) is accelerating the establishment of an international gold trading market, while also promoting the settlement of more high value-added industries in the Northern Metropolis (北部都会区). Hong Kong (香港) will consolidate its ties with traditional economies and strengthen its exchanges with emerging economies. The SAR government has established a special team for mainland enterprises to go global, connecting the mainland's booming productivity, Hong Kong's (香港) internationally renowned professional services, and the eager demand of global buyers, working together to help high-quality enterprises go global and attract international capital, and solidly promote high-quality economic development.
Return to TopSince the start of the 2026 Spring Festival travel season, to ensure the safe operation of bullet trains and meet the travel needs of passengers, China Railway Zhengzhou Bureau Group Co., Ltd. Zhengzhou EMU Depot (中国铁路郑州局集团有限公司郑州动车段) has fully released the efficiency of the high-speed rail hub, precisely implemented a "one-day-one-schedule," dynamically optimized capacity allocation, and done a good job in the maintenance of the allocated bullet trains.
The picture shows a mechanic inspecting the running gear of a bullet train.
Zhao Jingjing (赵晶晶) Cui Xuanhao (崔轩豪) Photography Report
Return to TopAccording to a report from our newspaper in Beijing (北京) on February 5th (Reporter Wang Zhe (王者)), as the Year of the Horse Spring Festival approaches, the China Intercontinental Press has published "Polo Vision," a pictorial book co-authored by World Press Photo Award winner Wang Yao (王瑶) and polo culture researcher Wang Jingchan (王婧婵). The book selects over 200 photographs, transforming the polo field into a tangible collection of visual poems, showcasing the unique charm of the sport. While popularizing polo knowledge, the book delves into the historical context and cultural significance of the sport. The book also collaborates with numerous domestic and international photo editors and graphic designers, integrating the concept of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature into the book's binding design, reflecting a high level of artistic quality.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on February 5th (Reporter Luo Shanshan (罗珊珊)): The reporter learned from the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) on the 5th that in 2025, China's import scale reached 18.5 trillion yuan, making it the world's second-largest import market for 17 consecutive years. China's imports from more than 130 countries and regions have increased, and it has become the main export destination for nearly 80 countries.
On February 4th, the first event of "Sharing the Big Market • Export to China" was held in Beijing (北京). The Ministry of Commerce (商务部) stated that holding the "Export to China" series of activities is China's proactive effort to actively expand independent opening-up and promote global open cooperation. In 2026, the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) will organize more than 100 diverse import promotion activities. In its work, it will strengthen the linkage between "Export to China" and "Buy in China," build more consumption promotion scenarios for imported goods, and ensure that high-quality imported products and services can "enter" and "sell well."
Next, the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) will promote a "policy + activity" two-wheel drive to better release the potential of the Chinese market. By negotiating and signing agreements on partnerships for common development, it will accelerate the implementation of 100% tariff-free treatment on all tariff lines for the 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with China. It will promote the negotiation and signing or upgrading of free trade agreements and orderly expand market access. It will study and introduce special policies to further improve the level of import trade facilitation, optimize the source and regional structure of imported goods, and promote the virtuous interaction between import and investment and consumption. It will continue to hold the China International Import Expo (进博会) successfully, establish the "Export to China" brand, and expand imports with greater efforts and more practical measures.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 吴 燕 林子夜 李 刚
From deeply cultivating the air conditioning industry to entering industries such as industrial mother machines and chips, the development of Gree Electric Appliances has always attracted much attention from the outside world. Recently, a reporter had a face-to-face exchange with Dong Mingzhu (董明珠), Chairwoman of Gree Electric Appliances, where she shared her dedication to the real economy and her thoughts on the diversified development of the company.
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"You have to be patient and be able to take losses"
Q: You joined Gree's predecessor, Haili Air Conditioner Factory (海利空调器厂), at the age of 36. You have worked at Gree for 36 years. Why have you worked at one company for so long?
A: A natural choice is also very important. I like Zhuhai (珠海) and wanted to stay, so I needed a job, and I walked into Haili Air Conditioner Factory (海利空调器厂). At that time, the factory was very small, and I never thought about how much development it would have in the future, but once I chose it, I had to do it well.
Be responsible for your position, be responsible for the company you join, and have different visions in different positions. As a salesperson, do your best in your business; as a department head, consider leading a team. It's not that complicated.
Q: What is the biggest pressure you have encountered at Gree (格力)?
A: There is always pressure. Making a team better is a difficult task. We want a team to have consistent long-term values and to win the market with sincerity.
Commercial behavior is driven by interests, and ideological consensus always requires gamesmanship. Our manufacturing industry needs to further improve product quality and ensure the interests of the company, consumers, shareholders, and merchants, forming a very healthy win-win situation for all four parties.
In the past, there was a widespread model in air conditioner sales called "goods first, payment later," where goods could be shipped without payment, which made it easy for people to exploit loopholes. We promoted a change to this situation, achieving "payment first, goods later," which subverted the operating model of the channel market. Achieving this brought great gains.
First, the company's strict internal management was recognized by employees. No matter how good a company is, without systematic management, problems will still arise. In the process of corporate development, it is necessary to separate public and private interests. There must be a river between public and private that cannot be crossed. This is a matter of principle.
Second, treating all distributors equally has allowed us to be trusted in the channel. A company without credibility will decline.
Q: How is winning the market with sincerity specifically reflected?
A: By using market feedback as much as possible to force companies to improve quality. If the product is not good, the market is short-term; if the product is good, the market is permanent. How can it be good? By using real materials.
Q: As someone who grew up from a sales background, are there limitations when judging technical routes?
A: When I was in sales, I paid close attention to the technology market. After taking full charge of Gree (格力), my understanding of quality was further enhanced, and my methods became more precise, such as establishing a standards management department and building a quality control system management model. No one is a genius; it mainly depends on whether they are willing to actively learn and innovate.
Q: As someone who grew from the front line to become the head of the company, do young people still have opportunities now?
A: This question should be answered by young people themselves, not by me. You have to be patient and be able to take losses. Some people think that after getting a diploma, they should sit in a senior position. Even if you are given a senior position, if you cannot control it or cannot discover problems more deeply and organize new innovation models, it is useless.
Q: Do female entrepreneurs face different challenges in the manufacturing sector?
A: Work must be rigorous. There is no tenderness in work. Can a company survive well by pretending to be weak and relying on the sympathy of others? You have to empower others more, and you must have strong power yourself. Sitting in this position, the evaluation criteria are the same. The main thing is to see whether the company is competitive, whether the company's products are good, and whether consumers like them. The requirements are all the same.
"We are increasingly aware that to survive, we must have high-quality products"
Q: Gree (格力) has had many explorations, some of which have been evaluated by the outside world as possibly taking some detours. What do you think?
A: For me, I have never failed to this day; those are called setbacks. The choices made by the company itself regarding technical direction are not called failures; the collapse of the company is called failure.
Gree (格力) started transforming very early. If you wait until it is imminent to talk about transformation, it will be too late. Transformation is like dancing ballet. If you don't have a foundation, you will definitely fall with one turn. Not everyone is born a ballet dancer; to learn, you need a period of time.
Q: As a leading company in the home appliance field, why enter fields such as chips and CNC machine tools?
A: We are increasingly aware that to survive, we must have high-quality products. The required precision of products is getting higher and higher. The CNC machine tools and processing equipment we buy also require very high precision, but we used to use all imported equipment. I felt that we should enter this field. China (中国) is a large country and must have the ability to empower, not depend on others.
Q: A CNC machine tool won a gold medal at the Geneva International Invention Exhibition. How do you view the exploration of new fields?
A: One of our machine tools won an award, which is nothing to be proud of. It just means that we have made progress and can independently research and develop our own core technology in a certain field. This gives us more affirmation and encourages us to do more and better.
In the semiconductor business, especially in the silicon carbide chip field, we have also made some progress. The chip factory is still undergoing continuous technological upgrades. The greatest value of this process is that it allows us to understand the connotation of chips.
Q: Where does the company's core competitiveness currently lie?
A: In areas that consumers cannot see, we have a very good grasp of technology, such as compressors and motors. We are now starting to do modular services, summarizing the quality requirements of the components together and having a complete testing standard, so that the reliability of the product is good.
Gree's (格力) Jinwan (金湾) factory has just been selected as a leading intelligent factory. We plan to use this factory as a template to promote the rapid replication of factory construction experience and provide differentiated replication solutions for companies of different sizes and stages.
Q: Why continue to be rooted in manufacturing?
A: In the past, everyone always mentioned the smile curve, and many people said that as long as you grasp both ends, you will succeed. But if the manufacturing at the bottom of the smile curve disappears, and it becomes a straight line, can you still smile? You shouldn't squeeze into a certain track just because it makes quick money in the short term. To do manufacturing, you have to build it one screw at a time.
Manufacturing is still fundamental. Our growth model may seem slow, but it is very stable. A company must work hard, rely on innovation, and rely on the joint efforts of employees to realize market value.
There is always pressure in life. Overcoming challenges brings a sense of pride and a sense of accomplishment.
"Don't separate traditional thinking and Internet thinking completely; it's all a gradual process"
Q: Your image is closely linked to the company's image. How do you view entrepreneur IP?
A: Many companies find celebrities to endorse their products, but sometimes the endorsed products are not what they seem, and consumers cannot find anyone to complain to, and even the company that endorsed the product disappears in the second year. I think we should be honest with consumers. As the legal representative of the company, I use all the products, so it is natural for me to endorse them. This is actually a commitment to the market.
Our promotions are all generated because of internal quality requirements and technological upgrades. With the development of the full category, Gree (格力) is no longer a single air-conditioning company. How to change this? Now we have entered a healthy era, so we use the Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home (董明珠健康家) brand.
Q: Now you are also doing live streaming sales. Are you adapting to this new model?
A: Don't separate traditional thinking and Internet thinking completely; it's all a gradual process. There is nothing to adapt to or not; you have to adapt to the development of the times.
In the past, there were three ways to sell products: one is to be able to talk but not do, one is to be able to do but not talk, and the other is to be able to talk and do. We hope to be the third type. The life of a company comes from the market. If you do well but don't show it, consumers won't know.
Q: What are your plans for overseas business in the future?
A: We have proposed "Let the world fall in love with Chinese manufacturing" (让世界爱上中国造), and the goal is to build our own brand and let the world understand China (中国). Currently, we are transforming into a full-category technology-based industrial group, and in the future, we are committed to achieving 100% self-owned brand sales in overseas markets.
Q: What do you think of the industry's "involution"? Do you feel pressure during price wars?
A: Of course there is pressure, but I still firmly believe in giving consumers good products. There are too many situations where corners are cut due to price reductions. If you want to make quick money in the short term, you can choose this path. But if you want to build an excellent brand and be responsible to consumers, you have to stick to your principles, it's that simple.
Return to TopThis reporter Liu Wenxin (刘温馨) learned from the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association (中国有色金属工业协会): In 2025, the industrial added value of China's nonferrous metal enterprises increased by 6.9%, and the output of 10 kinds of nonferrous metals exceeded 80 million tons for the first time, reaching 81.75 million tons, an increase of 3.9% over the previous year.
The structure of fixed asset investment has been optimized, and investment in the mining sector has increased significantly. Last year, fixed asset investment in the nonferrous metals industry increased by 4.9% over the previous year, 2.3 percentage points higher than the national industrial investment growth rate. Among them, fixed asset investment in the nonferrous metal mining and dressing industry increased by 41.0% over the previous year. Foreign trade hit a new high, and export growth was strong. Last year, the total import and export trade of nonferrous metals reached a new level, reaching 412.24 billion US dollars, an increase of 12.4% over the previous year.
Return to TopThis newspaper reports from Taiyuan (太原) on February 5th (Reporter Ma Ruishan (马睿姗)): Reporters learned from the Shanxi Provincial Bureau of Statistics (山西省统计局) that in 2025, Shanxi's (山西) unconventional natural gas production reached 18.23 billion cubic meters, an increase of 8.9% year-on-year, and the annual total output reached a new historical high.
Unconventional natural gas refers to natural gas that is difficult to explain using traditional oil and gas geological theories and cannot be extracted using conventional technical means. Shanxi (山西) has built six large gas fields with an annual output of 1 billion cubic meters, and the length of natural gas long-distance pipelines has reached 9,259 kilometers, basically covering the entire province's counties, which has greatly improved the convenience of gas use for residents.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Xiong'an (雄安) dispatch on February 5th (Reporter Shao Yuzi (邵玉姿)) - The first batch of scenario demands for the 3rd Xiong'an Future City Scenarios Conference was officially released on the 5th, covering 564 items in nine cutting-edge directions, with a total investment of 9.29 billion yuan. The release of this scenario demand marks a new stage in Hebei Xiong'an New Area (河北雄安新区) and Hebei Province (河北省) entering a scaled and systematic promotion of innovation driven by scenarios and the cultivation of new quality productive forces. The previous two sessions of the Scenarios Conference gathered more than 1,000 excellent scenario technology solutions. Xiong'an (雄安) and various cities and regions sorted out more than 400 scenario demands, and more than 200 cooperation projects were implemented through supply and demand docking. In just over two months since the launch of the 3rd Scenarios Conference, more than 1,700 intended scenario demands have been collected, forming the first batch of 564 scenario demand lists released.
Return to TopThis newspaper Nanjing (南京) February 5th dispatch (Reporters Wang Hanchao (王汉超) and Bai Guangdi (白光迪)) The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部) software industry operation bulletin shows: Nanjing (南京), Jiangsu (江苏) achieved software business revenue of approximately 1.02 trillion yuan in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 16.7%, achieving a breakthrough in trillion-level industrial clusters.
As a "China Software Famous City (中国软件名城)," Nanjing (南京) already has more than 3,600 key software enterprises and nearly 900,000 software talents, building a relatively complete software industry ecosystem. Taking China (Nanjing) Software Valley (中国（南京）软件谷) as the representative, a number of well-known software and information service enterprises at home and abroad have gathered and laid out in Nanjing (南京), forming an industrial system covering basic software, industrial software, and industry applications.
Return to TopBy: 郝 栋
In 2021, President Xi Jinping (习近平) delivered an important speech at the Leaders' Summit of the 15th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, pointing out that "the international community should strengthen cooperation, **心往一处想、劲往一处使** (xīn wǎng yī chù xiǎng, jìn wǎng yī chù shǐ - "think with one heart, exert strength in one direction," to work together with one mind and concerted effort), and jointly build a community of life on Earth." Jointly building a community of life on Earth is an extension of the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind in the field of ecological civilization. It is also an important application of the iconic concept of "community" in Xi Jinping (习近平)'s Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era in the field of ecological civilization, and has significant theoretical value and practical significance.
President Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Civilization thrives when ecology thrives; civilization declines when ecology declines." Human survival and development are inseparable from nature. The natural world, which provides ecological support for human society, is a living organism, and biodiversity is one of the important indicators of the health of this living organism. Since the industrial civilization, human beings have made large-scale demands on nature, and unrestrained ecological consumption has brought tremendous pressure on biodiversity, resulting in a series of problems. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) profoundly grasped the deep-seated crisis facing human social development, stood at the strategic height of building a community with a shared future for mankind, and advocated the major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth. Jointly building a community of life on Earth is an important component and iconic concept of Xi Jinping (习近平)'s ecological civilization thought, fully reflecting China's active participation in global environmental governance as a major country, as well as forward-looking thinking on incorporating the correct handling of the relationship between man and nature into global governance, contributing Chinese wisdom and Chinese solutions to global ecological civilization construction.
Enriched the Marxist view of nature on the relationship between man and nature.
One of the core viewpoints of the Marxist view of nature is to regard nature as a prerequisite for the existence and development of human society. In the "Economic and Philosophical Manuscripts of 1844," Marx pointed out: "Nature, insofar as it is not the human body, is man's inorganic body. Man lives on nature." As a part of nature, human beings always depend on the material conditions provided by nature, establish a connection between man and nature through labor, and dynamically transform nature, so that social production and natural cycles are intertwined. Under the capitalist system, this relationship is undermined by the goal of capital pursuit of profit. The endless pursuit of surplus value intensifies the consumption and overdraft of nature, and the foundation of human sustainable development is constantly weakened. With the acceleration of economic globalization, ecological problems such as climate warming, resource depletion, and environmental pollution cross national boundaries and threaten the entire human society.
In the face of increasingly prominent ecological challenges, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平)'s advocacy of jointly building a community of life on Earth can be described as emerging as the times require and at the right moment. This major concept is rooted in the Marxist view of nature and the Marxist view of ecology, and at the same time, it makes a targeted and realistic response to the contemporary ecological dilemma under new historical conditions, providing important ideological guidance for scientifically grasping the relationship between man and nature today. This major concept means that human beings must change the way they understand nature, abandon the one-sided understanding of capitalism that simplifies the ecological environment into means of production and reduces it to exchange value, and regard the ecological environment as a partner of human coexistence rather than a raw material warehouse to be taken from. Facts show that once the ecosystem is out of balance, even the greatest material achievements are difficult to sustain. Therefore, economic development and environmental protection must be promoted simultaneously, and in this process, the reasonable boundaries of economic development must be explored in order to protect the ecological environment, the foundation for human survival, and leave the necessary space for nature to self-repair and adjust.
Jointly building a community of life on Earth embodies a profound transcendence of Western environmental theory. This major concept breaks through the thinking mode of "binary opposition between man and nature" and closely links the continuous prosperity of human society with the continuous stability of the natural system. The relationship between man and nature is not one of utilization and being utilized, but should be a relationship of symbiosis and coexistence; development cannot be endless expansion, but should respect the laws of nature and take ecological carrying capacity as a constraint. The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth reflects the profound ecological philosophical implications of Xi Jinping (习近平)'s ecological civilization thought: human practical activities have subjective initiative, but subjective initiative needs to play a role within the framework of natural laws and consciously accept the constraints of ecological laws, so that production practice returns to the track of coordination with nature, and guides mankind to take the road of sustainable green development.
Man is the son of nature. The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth adheres to the basic principles of the Marxist view of nature, upholds the value position of respecting nature, conforming to nature, and protecting nature, abandons the fragmented thinking of Western environmental theory, and becomes a scientific concept with integrity, systematicness, and feasibility, and with both strategic height and practical depth. From domination to symbiosis, from instrumental rationality to community consciousness, this major concept marks a historical and profound shift in the relationship between man and nature. It is not only an improvement in ecological ethics and a consciousness of ecological philosophy, but also the advancement and innovative development of the Marxist view of nature in the new era, giving the Marxist view of nature new contemporary connotations and providing important ideological guidance for solving the global ecological crisis.
Developed the Marxist theory of productive forces and the theory of social reproduction.
Marxism believes that productive forces are the fundamental driving force for promoting social development. Marxism expounds the general laws of social reproduction and reveals that the development of productive forces depends not only on the composition of the means of production and the progress of science and technology, but also on the mode of material exchange between man and nature. The process of social reproduction includes not only the continuous circulation and renewal of materials, but also the continuation and development of social relations. Entering the 21st century, the impact of the ecological environment on social reproduction has become increasingly prominent, and the growth path supported by high energy consumption and heavy consumption is becoming increasingly unsustainable. "The limits to growth" is no longer just a theoretical discussion, but a pressing practical problem. The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth broadens the green dimension of the Marxist theory of productive forces, and guides social reproduction from simple scale expansion to a new stage of unity of quality and quantity and sustainable development.
President Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "When mankind protects nature in a friendly way, nature's reward is generous; when mankind plunders nature rudely, nature's punishment is also merciless." The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth is a direct response to realistic ecological problems. An important reason for the global ecological crisis is that the speed and scale of social reproduction far exceed the recovery capacity of nature itself. The earth is incorporated into a development model centered on capital, and human beings lack the necessary regulation and constraints on development, leading to the earth gradually becoming an object and object of capital's continuous acquisition. Jointly building a community of life on Earth means that nature cannot be regarded as a "silent background" in the process of social reproduction. In addition to traditional factors of production such as labor, capital, and land, ecological capacity, carbon emissions, and biodiversity must become inherent constraints that must be considered in the development of productive forces, and the internal structure of social reproduction is thereby reshaped. Whether it adapts to the earth's own ecological carrying capacity and whether it is conducive to enhancing the ecological self-regulation function have become important bases for measuring the quality of productive forces development.
The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth also prompts people to rethink the spatial pattern of productive forces development and the international division of labor. The production pattern based on countries still exists, but the problems of resource allocation, ecological responsibility, and environmental equity at the global level are becoming increasingly prominent. Social reproduction not only occurs in the domestic cycle, but also occurs in a more open domestic and international dual cycle through the establishment of a global industrial chain. The domestic cycle and the international cycle show a closer interdependence. The impact of global environmental changes crosses national boundaries, and solving global ecological problems urgently requires countries to strengthen cooperation and jointly govern, earnestly fulfill their ecological responsibilities, and systematically integrate ecological values into economic and social development to achieve greener social reproduction. Following this logic, China proposed the "dual carbon" goal, promoted the comprehensive green transformation of the economy and society, and embodied and implemented the inherent requirements of jointly building a community of life on Earth in the process of social reproduction. Through a series of measures such as optimizing the energy structure, promoting the green transformation of industries, and improving resource utilization efficiency, a green development mode with the harmonious coexistence of man and nature as the core and strict adherence to the ecological bottom line as the constraint is gradually forming, and is highly consistent with the major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth. This is not a partial technical improvement, but a systematic reshaping of the goal orientation and development logic of productive forces.
Guides the path of high-quality development with ecological priority, green and low-carbon.
President Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must accelerate the formation of a green development mode, promote a win-win situation for economic development and environmental protection, and build a global home where the economy and the environment are coordinated and advanced." The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth injects strong ideological impetus into promoting the green and low-carbon transformation of the development mode. Under the traditional development model, economic growth is closely tied to resource consumption, the ecosystem continues to be under pressure, and the unsustainability of development is becoming increasingly prominent. This development mode characterized by high consumption and high emissions is unsustainable. Only by jointly building a community of life on Earth, planning for the sustainable development of mankind itself and the entire Earth's life, can we break the development dilemma and take the path of high-quality development with ecological priority, green and low-carbon.
The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth demonstrates the unique role of connecting ecological value and economic value, and opens up broad space for promoting green and low-carbon transformation. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, under the guidance of Xi Jinping (习近平)'s ecological civilization thought, we have grasped ecological civilization construction with unprecedented efforts, created world-renowned ecological miracles and green development miracles, and made Chinese contributions to jointly building a community of life on Earth. From planning and building the world's largest national park system, to forests, wetlands, grasslands, etc. becoming stable "green capital," and the carbon sink function is constantly enhanced, to the accelerated development of the new energy industry and the circular economy, we are constantly opening up new horizons for green development and better realizing the people's yearning for a better life. The "Suggestions" of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China made systematic arrangements for "accelerating the comprehensive green transformation of economic and social development and building a beautiful China," and constantly broadened the path of transforming ecological advantages into economic advantages, and promoted the birth of new growth points such as ecological tourism, green agriculture, and low-carbon manufacturing. Green waters and green mountains are being transformed into Jinshan Yinshan in a sustainable and diversified form, realizing the dialectical unity of ecological protection and economic development.
The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth promotes the formation of institutional mechanisms to promote green and low-carbon transformation, and constantly consolidates the institutional foundation of green development. The rooting of scientific concepts ultimately depends on the support of the system and the guarantee of the rule of law. Jointly building a community of life on Earth is a complex and huge systematic project, involving all aspects of ecological governance such as addressing climate change, protecting biodiversity, and realizing ecological value. We must gradually transform theory into vivid and perceptible practice by strengthening top-level design, improving institutional construction, and promoting institutional innovation. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, China has written ecological civilization into the Constitution, formed a legal system for ecological and environmental protection covering more than 30 laws, more than 100 administrative regulations, and more than 1,000 local regulations, is promoting the compilation of an ecological and environmental code, and implementing the strictest ecological and environmental governance system, forming an institutional framework covering resource development, environmental protection, and ecological restoration, providing solid institutional support for green and low-carbon development and jointly building a community of life on Earth, and providing a strong institutional guarantee for enhancing the "gold content" of development with the ecological "green content." Facts show that only by fixing the major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth with the system and regulating the behavior of all parties with the rule of law can we form a stable and long-term ecological governance effectiveness.
Build a Chinese ecological discourse with global influence.
President Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must strengthen unity, overcome difficulties together, and make the fruits of development and a good ecology benefit the people of all countries more and more fairly, and build a global home for the common development of all countries." Ecological problems are global problems, and global cooperation must be strengthened to address ecological problems. The Western ecological discourse system has long dominated global environmental governance, and the demands of developing countries are often marginalized and not given enough attention, leading to imbalances and unfairness in global environmental governance. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) advocated jointly building a community of life on Earth, inheriting the rich ecological wisdom and excellent traditional Chinese ecological culture formed since ancient times in China, such as "heaven and earth are born with me, and all things are one with me," highlighting the life characteristics of the earth, seeking methods and paths to solve global ecological and environmental problems in the form of "community," and promoting the formation of a basic consensus on ecological and environmental protection in the international community with ecological discourse with Chinese characteristics, Chinese style, and Chinese style, which is in line with the vital interests of the people of developing countries, and contributes Chinese strength to improving the representation and voice of developing countries in global environmental governance.
As a participant, contributor, and leader in global ecological civilization construction, China firmly practices multilateralism and strives to promote the construction of a fair, reasonable, and win-win global environmental governance system. The world today is in an era of great development, great change, and great adjustment. From the historical height of human civilization development, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) advocated jointly building a community of life on Earth, placing ecological issues in a key position in shaping the global order and development pattern, and expanding the ideas for addressing the global ecological crisis. The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth contains rich value connotations such as ecological security and a shared future, and is a major innovation in solving global development problems. As the importance of ecological issues in global governance rises, jointly building a community of life on Earth demonstrates a stronger strategic leadership. This major concept responds to the common concerns of developing countries on building a fair, reasonable, and win-win global environmental governance system, injects greater stability and greater certainty into the global environmental governance and green development process, and provides new directions for strengthening North-South cooperation and South-South cooperation.
The major concept of jointly building a community of life on Earth is based on the overall situation of human sustainable development, deeply understands the historical iron law that ecological prosperity and decline determine the survival of civilization, connects the fate of mankind with the broad life on Earth, and places national interests, global common interests, intergenerational long-term interests, and the overall interests of Earth's life under the vision of the community, coordinating and coordinating the interests of multiple dimensions such as international, intergenerational, interspecies, and inter-regional and inter-group, leading the transformation of the global environmental governance system with an ecological discourse that transcends narrow national interests and has an overall vision and inclusive value. This major concept views Earth's life from the perspective of harmonious coexistence between man and nature, calls on the international community to transcend zero-sum games, establish a community consciousness of sharing weal and woe and sharing responsibilities, and promote adherence to joint consultation, joint construction, and sharing in global environmental governance, and constantly build consensus and take concrete actions. The fact that international green cooperation has been carried out in depth fully shows that jointly building a community of life on Earth is constantly moving from concept to practice, demonstrating a strong international influence and appeal in the critical period of human civilization development, and playing an important and far-reaching positive role in promoting human sustainable development, powerfully demonstrating China's image as a responsible major country in global environmental governance.
(The author is a researcher at the Xi Jinping (习近平) Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era Research Center of the Central Party School (National Academy of Governance))
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Those who plan for the long term proceed steadily, and those who have patience can achieve great things. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) has repeatedly emphasized "maintaining historical patience," profoundly pointing out that "we must maintain historical patience and strategic focus, implement a blueprint to the end, and work generation after generation," and "with the spiritual realm of not necessarily achieving success in my term and the historical responsibility of success definitely requiring my contribution, we must both plan for the long term and work diligently in the present." Historical patience is like a "stabilizing anchor" and a "guiding star," enabling us to always stay on course and forge ahead in the practice of overcoming difficulties. Currently, the Chinese-style modernization has entered a critical stage of advancement, and the tasks of reform, development, and stability are arduous and heavy. It is especially necessary for party members and cadres to maintain historical patience in order to do their jobs well.
Historical patience is a view of time and career that examines the development of undertakings from a long-term perspective, embodying a clear grasp of historical laws, a long-term strategic focus, and a sense of responsibility to base oneself on the long term and cultivate deep roots. Only by maintaining historical patience can we avoid short-sighted behaviors of being eager for quick success and instant benefits, and ensure that the development of undertakings does not deviate or become distorted. In reality, some party members and cadres are keen on creating eye-catching "image projects," focusing their energy on work that is visible and easy to achieve results, while neglecting basic and long-term work such as improving the business environment and protecting the ecological environment; others become impatient when facing long-term tasks such as the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside, and waver and retreat when encountering a little difficulty. These are all manifestations of a lack of historical patience, which is not conducive to the development of the cause of the Party and the country.
Ideology is the guide to action. The root cause of the lack of historical patience lies in a deviation in the understanding of the relationship between visible and invisible achievements. Invisible achievements are the foundation of visible achievements, and visible achievements are the result of invisible achievements. The two are dialectically unified. It is understandable for party members and cadres to want to achieve political achievements, but if they blindly pursue immediate, bright, and beautiful visible achievements without doing the foundational invisible achievements, then the visible achievements will become "water without a source" and "trees without roots." Only by doing the work of laying the foundation and benefiting the long term can we truly benefit the people. In this sense, invisible achievements are the greatest visible achievements. Party members and cadres must correctly understand and grasp the relationship between visible and invisible achievements, neither coveting temporary fame or temporary gain, nor wavering in their original intentions due to temporary setbacks, but rather doing more work that strengthens the foundation and increases momentum with a long-term vision and a high sense of historical responsibility, so that political achievements will not only benefit the present but also benefit future generations.
Historical patience is built on a scientific grasp of historical laws and actual conditions. More than 20 years ago, the vast rural areas of Zhejiang (浙江) generally faced the "troubles of growth." Although the economy developed rapidly, there were significant shortcomings in rural construction. Faced with the difficulties, Zhejiang (浙江) continued to deepen the implementation of the "Thousand Villages Demonstration, Ten Thousand Villages Renovation" Project (千万工程), implementing policies according to local conditions, following the laws of harmonious coexistence between man and nature and integrated urban-rural development, starting with rural environmental improvement, advancing to industrial cultivation and rural customs construction, from point to area, iterative upgrading, gradual progress, and long-term efforts, and constantly drawing a new picture of modern countryside. The practice of Zhejiang's (浙江) rural transformation shows that only by proceeding from reality and acting according to the laws can we do things well and achieve success. This profoundly inspires us that no matter what kind of work we are promoting, we must keep in mind that "history, reality, and the future are interconnected," both viewing reality and planning the future with a grand historical perspective, avoiding short-sighted behaviors that sever history, and basing ourselves on the current reality to find the right path for development, so that long-term goals can be grounded in concrete practice.
Maintaining historical patience does not mean that everything should be done slowly and without urgency, but rather to grasp the relationship between fast and slow, first and last, and to improve the quality and efficiency of work through dialectical policy implementation. For example, at the beginning of the establishment of Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区), facing the historical task of the "millennium plan," the builders did not rush to start construction, but focused on "leaving blank space to accumulate strength," carrying out comprehensive geological surveys and compiling top-level plans, planning every inch of land clearly before starting construction. Once the blueprint was drawn, it grew rapidly: the "four vertical and three horizontal" road network quickly expanded, the first batch of central enterprises to be relocated moved in, and the "three cities" of underground, above-ground, and cloud were developed simultaneously. The construction of Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) vividly illustrates the dialectical unity of planning before acting and being unstoppable once in motion. Party members and cadres must both cultivate the perseverance of "ten years to sharpen a sword" and maintain strategic focus, and maintain a sense of urgency that time waits for no one and ensure execution efficiency. According to the nature of the work and the actual situation, reasonably grasp the rhythm and implement precise policies, so that fast has the reason for fast, slow has the value of slow, and achieve the complementary advantages of fast and slow.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Without a sense of historical depth to grasp what we are doing now and to formulate our goals, we cannot do today's work well." Historical patience contains both the thinking method of "neither waiting nor rushing" and the confident spirit that "history will only favor those who are firm, enterprising, and striving." Grasping historical laws and anchoring long-term goals in "achieving the broad" and solving practical problems and doing the current work well in "striving for the subtle" will enable us to promote the great cause to move steadily and far in the midst of turbulent clouds.
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"The army wins battles, and the people are the stronghold." National defense education for all is a foundational project for building a solid national defense and a strong people's army. It is an effective way to promote patriotism and enhance the national defense awareness of all citizens. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "Strengthen national defense education, enhance the national defense concept of all citizens, and make caring about national defense, loving national defense, building national defense, and defending national defense a common ideological understanding and conscious action of the whole society." In the new era and on the new journey, we must thoroughly study and implement General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important exposition on strengthening national defense education for all, strengthen national defense education for all in the new era, further strengthen the national defense concept, patriotic feelings, support-the-army thinking, and strong-army awareness of the whole society, and continuously gather the mighty force for building a strong country and rejuvenating the army on the new journey.
The world today is undergoing profound changes unseen in a century, the sources of global turbulence and risk points are increasing, and various security threats and challenges are becoming more diverse and complex. Especially under the influence of a new round of technological revolution, industrial revolution, and military revolution, the concepts, elements, and methods of winning wars are undergoing significant changes, and the characteristics of integration of peace and war, integration of military and civilian, and integration of front and rear are becoming more prominent. Modern warfare is not only a contest of military strength and weaponry, but also a comparison of civilian strength and national power. The public's awareness of war and their support for national defense construction largely determine the progress and outcome of war. Forging the courage and determination of all the people to face struggles directly and gathering the powerful strength to meet challenges with 众志成城 (zhòng zhì chéng chéng - "unity is strength," when people are united, they can accomplish anything) are new requirements of the times for improving the quality and effectiveness of national defense education for all.
Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) at its core has regarded national defense education as a strategic issue, adopted a series of reform and innovation measures to promote the vigorous development of national defense education for all, and accelerated the formation of a social consensus on caring for and supporting national defense and army building. Localities and departments have implemented the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee and carried out national defense education practices with rich content, diverse forms, and distinctive characteristics, from the "raising the national flag and singing the national anthem together" national defense education activities spanning thousands of miles on school playgrounds, to the zero-distance interaction between "red scarves" and "national defense green" in the hot barracks... National defense education for all has been continuously popularized, the national defense literacy of all citizens has been continuously improved, and the atmosphere of caring for national defense, loving national defense, building national defense, and defending national defense has become stronger. At the same time, compared with the process of strengthening the army, national defense requirements, and the people's security needs, there is still a certain gap in national defense education for all. For example, some national defense education content and forms are outdated and lack appeal, some have task-oriented thinking and are satisfied with checking in and taking photos, and some have a single presentation method and lack appeal to young people, and so on. Enhancing the pertinence and effectiveness of national defense education requires efforts in the following aspects.
Correct the direction and enrich the content system. Thoroughly study and implement General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important exposition on strengthening national defense education for all, establish Xi Jinping's (习近平) thinking on strengthening the army as the "soul" and "guideline," promote the glorious traditions and fine work style of the Party and the people's army, cultivate and practice the core socialist values, promote the main theme of patriotism, and continuously enhance the deep feelings of all citizens for loving the Party, loving the country, and loving the army. Optimize and expand the content of national defense education, increase the proportion of learning national defense theory, national defense knowledge, national defense history, national defense science and technology, national defense situation and tasks, and national defense skills, strengthen the cultivation of awareness of potential danger and crisis awareness, strengthen the determination and will to dare to fight and win and defeat strong enemies, strengthen the education of heroic spirit, inherit the red gene and continue the red bloodline, and continuously strengthen national defense awareness, cultivate national defense culture, and improve national defense literacy.
Exert efforts in multiple directions and innovate methods and means. Integrate various media resources such as newspapers, periodicals, radio stations, websites, terminals, WeChat, and screens to create a new media matrix for national defense education, permeate national defense education into excellent literary and artistic works, launch more national defense-themed micro-films, music, animation, short videos, and other integrated media products that the masses love, establish a stable supply mechanism for national defense education information resources and a platform promotion mechanism, and strengthen the development and design of digital technology in national defense education scenarios. Tell the stories of advanced models who have made significant contributions to the national defense cause, and continuously stimulate people's emotional resonance and willingness to emulate.
Grasp the key and highlight key objects. Always grasp leading cadres as the key group to promote the high-quality development of national defense education for all, increase the frequency and quality of special training on national defense education and regular national defense education, and continuously enhance their awareness and ability to perform national defense duties. Persistently regard young students as the foundation of national defense education for all, organically integrate national defense education into curriculum textbooks, incorporate it into the school evaluation system, create more opportunities to enter the barracks and contact modern weapons and equipment, and continuously improve the national defense literacy of young people. Pay attention to giving play to the positive guiding role of public figures and others in national defense education, and persistently and deeply implant national defense concepts and patriotic feelings into the hearts of the majority of students. Do a good job in national defense education for military personnel, and continuously enhance their sense of responsibility and mission to devote themselves to the cause of strengthening the army and national defense construction.
Improve the platform and consolidate the foundation for development. Coordinate military and local resources, optimize the structure and layout, strengthen system integration, and build more national defense education bases with prominent themes and complete functional facilities at the national and local levels. Explore new "national defense +" integration models such as "national defense + sports" and "national defense + parks," give full play to the educational role of memorial halls, revolutionary historical sites, martyrs' cemeteries, and other memorial facilities and public cultural facilities, better explore the national defense education elements contained in major anniversaries and major historical events, create a series of activities brand for "National National Defense Education Day," and create a strong atmosphere of national defense education in the whole society. Improve the policies and regulations on national defense education for all, and accelerate the construction of a national defense education legal system with a reasonable structure and complete elements.
(Author's unit: National Security College of National Defense University (国防大学))
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As the Lunar New Year approaches, consumer spending and financial transactions become more frequent, and financial fraud cases targeting the elderly also enter a high-incidence period. What are some typical fraud cases currently? How can we identify the ever-changing fraud schemes and protect the "wallets" of the elderly?
Luring with Promises of Steady Profits is a Deceptive Tactic to Swindle Principal
Mr. Li, a resident of Hefei (合肥), Anhui (安徽) Province, made a reservation at a bank to withdraw 130,000 yuan, citing "renovating a new house" as the reason. However, less than half an hour later, police officers from the Binhu (滨湖) Police Station of the Hefei (合肥) Public Security Bureau (公安局) showed up at his door.
Faced with the police inquiry, Mr. Li was a little puzzled: "Why do you care if I withdraw my own money for renovation?" But while he said it was for renovation, Mr. Li couldn't answer where he was planning to renovate. The police then contacted his daughter, who said she knew nothing about her father's withdrawal and that the family had no plans to renovate any houses recently.
After repeated questioning, Mr. Li finally revealed the truth—he was planning to invest the money in a "high-yield investment project." Previously, Mr. Li had been introduced to this "opportunity" by someone, who claimed to guarantee that he could make a lot of money, which Mr. Li believed to be true. Because he was not familiar with smartphone operations, he went to the bank to withdraw 130,000 yuan, plus 70,000 yuan in cash from his home, planning to hand over the total of 200,000 yuan to the other party for operation.
"This is a typical scam; once the money goes in, it won't come out!" the police said. But Mr. Li refused to believe it, repeatedly saying that he could definitely make money, and even showed the police the daily income flow in the APP.
"This is just a string of numbers that cannot be transferred to your bank account at all." After repeated persuasion from the police, Mr. Li finally realized that he had encountered a scammer.
Ge Lei (葛磊), Deputy Director of the Binhu (滨湖) Police Station, warned that so-called "investment" APPs and "internal investment groups" are carefully designed traps. "Investment and financial management inevitably involve risks. Investment projects with 'stability, high yield, and high returns' are common tactics of investment fraud, using the lure of huge profits to swindle principal. Do not download investment APPs from unknown sources," Ge Lei (葛磊) said.
Su Wei (苏伟), head of the Anti-Fraud Center of the Baohe (包河) Branch of the Hefei (合肥) Public Security Bureau (公安局), said that Mr. Li encountered a typical compound scam. As China's management of bank accounts becomes increasingly strict, criminals will guide victims to withdraw cash or purchase a large number of gold bars, shopping cards, and other physical objects for transactions at designated locations. Su Wei (苏伟) reminded, "'96110' is the anti-fraud hotline. Receiving a call from '96110' indicates that you or your family may be experiencing telecom network fraud, and you must answer it in a timely manner."
High-Interest Elderly Care Has Hidden Tricks; Beware of "Pies" Turning into Traps
"Spending 30,000 to 200,000 yuan can buy you a bed in a nursing home and enjoy different levels and durations of high-quality elderly care services. Even if you don't move in, you can get 10% annual interest." Such a tempting promise came from Wang (王), the head of a nursing apartment in Feidong (肥东) County, Anhui (安徽) Province. He also said that the company was building the "latest elderly care ecosystem" of medical care + rehabilitation, which made many elderly people tempted. Wang (王) and his employees took the elderly to visit the company's biotechnology company, organized free tours for everyone, and warmly called them "godfathers" and "godmothers."
These plots all occurred in a case of illegally absorbing public deposits cracked by the Feidong (肥东) County Public Security Bureau (公安局) in Anhui (安徽). The real situation was that Wang's (王) company had operational problems, and the nursing apartment he opened had not completed the filing procedures in accordance with the law. In this case, 95 elderly people were defrauded of nearly 7 million yuan, but fortunately, the relevant losses have been recovered by the police. "Criminals seize the elderly's needs for health and elderly care, using the promise of a 'stable and worry-free' old age to lure the elderly into traps," said Zhou Chang (周昌), the police officer handling the case.
Bao Jie (鲍杰), a member of the Trial Committee and Director of the Criminal Division II of the Hefei (合肥) Intermediate People's Court, said that criminals will also seize the elderly's limited understanding of new Internet technologies and new economic models, using cutting-edge concepts such as "blockchain," "metaverse," and "cryptocurrency" to create information fog and package investment scams with professional terms. The so-called "latest elderly care ecosystem" in the above case is an example of this.
Bao Jie (鲍杰) reminded that the elderly should remember that **天上不会掉馅饼** (tiān shàng bù huì diào xiàn bǐng - "pies will not fall from the sky," meaning there's no such thing as a free lunch), and the younger generations in the family should also take the initiative to popularize common fraud methods and new scams to the elderly, reminding them to consult with their children before making any decisions related to money.
Warmth and Affection are Disguises; Investment and Financial Management Scams Savings
"Hello, sister! I also like to travel. Can I add you on WeChat to chat?" One afternoon, Aunt Liu (刘), who lives in Baohe (包河) District, Hefei (合肥), received such a message on a social media platform. The message came from a strange male netizen who often liked and commented on her travel updates. In the past two years, Aunt Liu (刘), who is retired and lives alone at home, has fallen in love with traveling and often shares her experiences on social media during her trips. Seeing this message, Aunt Liu (刘) didn't think much and directly added him on WeChat.
On WeChat, the two interacted frequently. Aunt Liu (刘) had just returned from a trip to Southeast Asia, and the man claimed to be the nephew of a wealthy businessman in Southeast Asia. He was very caring to Aunt Liu (刘) and did not forget to share his daily work in investment in Southeast Asia. A week later, the man mentioned a gold investment project in the chat, claiming that it was guaranteed to make money, and asked Aunt Liu (刘) if she wanted to participate in the investment. "Sister, you can try it first, invest 10,000 or 20,000 yuan. If you make money, invest more."
In this way, Aunt Liu (刘) transferred nearly 20 transactions, totaling more than 2 million yuan, to the investment platform introduced by the man. To reassure Aunt Liu (刘), the man also specially sent a web link, saying that it showed all the "money earned" by Aunt Liu (刘). When Aunt Liu (刘) invested all her savings and was preparing to withdraw the money, the man disappeared. Only then did she choose to call the police, and only recovered more than 300,000 yuan in losses.
"This is a typical emotional fraud case. Criminals disguise themselves as 'successful people' or 'caring companions' on dating websites or social platforms. After the relationship between the two parties becomes increasingly close, they then guide them to participate in scams such as 'investment' and 'gambling'," said Su Wei (苏伟).
Su Wei (苏伟) suggested that the elderly can appropriately reduce the release of life updates on public social platforms, pay attention to protecting personal information when posting, and do not easily add strangers on WeChat.
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Three Anti-Fraud Tips: Don't Be Greedy, Don't Panic, Ask More Questions
Not only the elderly, but also telecom fraud methods are emerging one after another, and everyone should be vigilant. Anti-fraud police officers from the Lingshi (灵石) County Public Security Bureau (公安局) in Jinzhong (晋中) City, Shanxi (山西) Province, summarized common telecom fraud routines:
"Loans arrive in seconds." When many people are in urgent need of money, they see advertisements for "no collateral, instant loans," and after downloading the APP, the scammers will say that they need to pay a handling fee or deposit to verify their repayment ability.
"Earn extra money by swiping orders." "Swipe orders at home, return 150 for every 100 swiped." They give you a few dollars of sweetness at the beginning, and when you invest hundreds or thousands of yuan, the scammers disappear.
"Investment with high returns." Someone in the WeChat group shows off "making tens of thousands of yuan a day by speculating in stocks/coins." The "teacher" lectures every day and asks you to invest money. In fact, most of the people in the group are "actors."
"Customer service says refund." You receive a call saying "The product you bought has quality problems and we want to give you a refund," asking you to click on a link to fill in your bank card and verification code, which is actually to steal your money.
"Public security, procuratorate, and law ask you to transfer money"? Fake! You receive a call from someone claiming to be the "Public Security Bureau/Court" saying that you are "suspected of money laundering/crime" and asking you to transfer money to a "safe account." Real police officers would not do this.
Remember the methods to prevent fraud:
Do not click on unfamiliar links. If you receive unknown links in text messages or WeChat, such as "Click me to receive a red envelope" or "Check the express delivery progress," do not click on them, as they may be phishing websites that steal information.
Do not answer suspicious calls randomly. Foreign calls starting with "+" or "00" and virtual numbers starting with 170 or 171 are likely to be scams.
Do not believe in "pie in the sky." "Won a prize," "Receive a subsidy," "Receive a free gift," asking you to pay first and fill in your bank card are all scams to get money.
Do not fill in personal information casually. Bank card number, password, verification code, and ID number, do not tell others casually! Especially the verification code, do not give it to anyone who asks for it.
Before transferring money to strangers or paying for "investment projects," ask yourself: "Do I know this person?" "Is this reliable?" If you are not sure, ask your family or call the police directly.
Install the National Anti-Fraud Center APP. Turning on the "Call Warning" function is equivalent to installing an "anti-theft door" on your phone.
Don't panic if you are scammed, and do these 3 things immediately: Call 110 to report the crime, explain the process of being scammed, the amount of the transfer, and the other party's account; keep chat records, transfer screenshots, and phone recordings; if it is a bank transfer, contact the bank customer service immediately to see if you can freeze the other party's account.
Remember "Don't be greedy, don't panic, ask more questions," and keep your wallet tightly closed.
(Organized by Zheng Yangyang (郑洋洋), reporter of this newspaper)
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When new employment groups become "mobile sentinels" safeguarding food safety and "safety officers" investigating potential risks, it not only extends their professional value but also injects more surging vitality into the construction and development of cities.
I believe many people have heard of "ghost takeaways," which often lack dining areas, have questionable hygiene conditions, and are often unregulated. In Zhengzhou (郑州), Henan (河南) Province, a delivery driver promptly reported food safety issues discovered during routine deliveries, helping regulatory authorities accurately crack down on illegal and irregular activities, protect consumer rights, and earn praise from netizens.
"Ghost takeaways" often operate in a decentralized and highly concealed manner. Delivery drivers are known as "mobile cameras" in the city. They penetrate deep into back streets and commercial buildings, reaching the "nerve endings" of urban management, which helps expand the scope of supervision. Stimulating the enthusiasm of new employment groups such as delivery drivers to participate in social governance, and transforming their professional advantages into governance effectiveness, also helps enhance their sense of professional gain and urban belonging.
Nurturing enthusiasm requires institutional guarantees. Zhengzhou (郑州), Henan (河南) Province, launched the "Zhengqi Pioneer Random Shot" platform, where riders can upload clues at any time, and receive rewards after verification, improving the efficiency of problem discovery. Shenyang (沈阳), Liaoning (辽宁) Province, has opened up data interfaces between takeaway platforms and intelligent supervision systems to achieve "one-click direct access, automatic distribution, and closed-loop disposal" of clues, and has established a strict rider information protection mechanism to eliminate their worries. These practical measures build channels for new employment groups to participate in social governance, and also accumulate replicable experience for improving the social co-governance system.
It is also necessary to create a social atmosphere of respect and trust, and gather small forces into a torrent to promote social development. In Beijing (北京), nearly 20 couriers and delivery drivers have won the title of "Beijing Role Model" (北京榜样), and they participate in community services in various forms, extending their love from "delivering goods" to "delivering warmth," contributing to community-level governance. In Tongliao (通辽), Inner Mongolia (内蒙古), delivery drivers have become observers of civilization creation, actively correcting uncivilized behaviors such as occupying roads for business and littering. In Wuhu (芜湖), Anhui (安徽) Province, new employment groups have joined the "Flying Legs" volunteer service team, delivering caring meals and purchasing medicines for elderly people living alone, conveying warmth with small actions. From "one-way service" to "two-way commitment," new employment groups are gradually becoming "partners" in urban governance.
A people's city is built by the people and for the people. When new employment groups become "mobile sentinels" safeguarding food safety and "safety officers" investigating potential risks, this is not only an extension of their professional value, but also injects more surging vitality into the construction and development of cities.
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At 2:00 PM on February 2nd, with a long whistle, a ship slowly departed from Xingma Ferry in Changsha, Hunan (湖南), heading straight for Xingmazhou (兴马洲), the largest island in the Changsha section of the Xiangjiang River (湘江) basin. Zhou Guangcheng (周广程), Jiang Yiyu (姜弈宇), and Huang Bin (黄斌), employees of the Guangtie Xiangtan North Road Bridge Inspection Work Area, were on the ship, ready to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the external environment of the Shanghai-Kunming High-Speed Railway Xiangjiang River Grand Bridge (沪昆高铁湘江特大桥), the external structure of the bridge, and the Xiangjiang River waterway.
The Shanghai-Kunming High-Speed Railway Xiangjiang River Grand Bridge is approximately 4,500 meters long, starting from Tianxin District (天心区) in Changsha (长沙) in the east, crossing Xingmazhou (兴马洲), and connecting to Yu Lake District (雨湖区) in Xiangtan (湘潭) in the west. It is also a navigable bridge on the secondary waterway of the Xiangjiang River (湘江). The inspection and maintenance of the bridge are crucial to the safety of high-speed rail and shipping.
"This year's Spring Festival holiday is long, and everyone wants to go home for the New Year. During the Spring Festival travel season, more than 400 additional high-speed trains are running on high-speed rail lines such as the Shanghai-Kunming and Beijing-Guangzhou lines, increasing the traffic density. Our maintenance work must be even more careful and meticulous," said Zhou Guangcheng (周广程).
Twenty minutes later, the ship docked, and the team unloaded equipment such as unmanned inspection boats, drones, and underwater robots to begin work. "Local scouring can exacerbate the stability of the bridge pier foundation, and in severe cases, can cause significant changes in the gauge of the steel rails on the bridge deck, which is detrimental to the safe operation of trains. In the past, our operators had to take a boat to the center of the river to conduct fixed-point measurements of the collision barriers. Once an abnormality was found in the cross-sectional shape of the riverbed, personnel had to be arranged to dive and confirm. However, the river water is turbulent, and there are many uncertain factors in underwater operations," Zhou Guangcheng (周广程) explained. Now, with unmanned inspection boats, which have the advantages of high precision and high adaptability in riverbed cross-section detection, not only is the safety of operations improved, but also the efficiency of work.
On the bridge, trains roared past every few minutes. Jiang Yiyu (姜弈宇) launched a drone, hovering about 20 meters above the river surface at the bottom of the bridge. "By inspecting the external structure of the bridge from a high-altitude perspective, we can accurately capture hidden defects such as subtle cracks in the concrete, rust spots on the steel structure, and loose bolts," said Jiang Yiyu (姜弈宇). In areas that are difficult for operators to reach, such as the top of the cable-stayed cables, the top of the pylons, and the bottom of the box girders, drones can easily inspect them.
After the surface and aerial inspections, Huang Bin (黄斌) operated an underwater robot to inspect the underwater piers. The underwater robot slowly sank into the water with a cable, and the underwater details of the piers were clearly visible on the display screen. Zhou Guangcheng (周广程) connected a sonar probe, and a real-time three-dimensional image was generated on the display screen. "Underwater robots can operate stably in turbulent currents and can dive to depths of more than 200 meters, covering traditional detection blind spots," said Zhou Guangcheng (周广程).
At 4:30 PM, the team completed the inspection work and performed data modeling. "In the past, this work would take a day, but now it can be completed in two hours, and more accurate data is captured, better ensuring traffic safety during the Spring Festival travel season," Zhou Guangcheng (周广程) said with a smile.
Return to TopBeijing, February 5th (Reported by Jin Xin (金歆) from this newspaper) - The reporter learned from the Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办): Recently, the Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办), together with the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局), has deeply rectified online false and untrue information involving centralized drug procurement with volume-based purchasing, and has dealt with a number of accounts that defame centralized procurement, create anxiety, and mislead the public in accordance with laws and regulations. On the 5th, the Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) announced some typical cases.
Fabricating false information to defame centralized procurement policies. In order to attract traffic, false information was fabricated about the poor quality of drugs and consumables procured through centralized procurement, or videos collected online about centralized procurement were reprocessed and released. The accounts involved have been dealt with in accordance with laws and regulations.
Inciting social emotions and creating public anxiety. Distorting national policies, fabricating untrue information, and inciting opposition among netizens to original drugs and generic drugs, some of which aimed to create public anxiety about medication, guide the public to purchase related health products and high-end medical insurance, or induce the public to purchase drugs on specific Internet platforms. The accounts involved have been dealt with in accordance with laws and regulations.
Deliberately associating non-centralized procurement products with centralized procurement to mislead the public. In order to attract attention and gain traffic from centralized procurement, posts were made claiming that the quality of some medical devices such as medical gloves, infusion bags, and indwelling needles was poor, but the products actually reflected were not centralized procurement products, which undermined the credibility of centralized procurement. The accounts involved have been dealt with in accordance with laws and regulations.
Return to TopGuangzhou, February 5th (Reporter Wang Yunna (王云娜)) - This newspaper reports that the Guangzhou (广州) Municipal People's Congress of Guangdong Province (广东省) has announced that the "Guangzhou Vocational Education Promotion Regulations" will take effect on March 1st. The regulations clarify that a sound mechanism for mutual integration of vocational and general education should be established to promote mutual transfer of student status, mutual recognition of credits, and mutual sharing of resources between secondary vocational schools and general high schools.
The person in charge of the Legislative Work Committee of the Standing Committee of the Guangzhou (广州) Municipal People's Congress stated that Guangzhou's (广州) industrial structure is constantly adjusting and upgrading, and the demand for high-quality technical and skilled personnel is also increasing. There are nearly 900,000 students in vocational schools in Guangzhou (广州). However, Guangzhou's (广州) vocational education faces problems such as a single path for further education, solidified separation of vocational and general education, and insufficient vocational exploration. To this end, the regulations propose four measures:
Establish a coherent training mechanism. Municipal and district people's governments should, in accordance with local conditions, coordinate and promote the coordinated development of vocational education and general education, promote coherent training between vocational schools and general institutions of higher learning, and establish a sound integrated training mechanism for secondary vocational school education and higher vocational school education at the junior college, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels.
Promote the integration of vocational and general education. The education administrative department should establish and improve the mutual integration mechanism of vocational education and general education, and promote the mutual transfer of student status, mutual recognition of credits, and mutual sharing of resources between secondary vocational schools and general high schools.
Advance vocational enlightenment. The education department should promote the integration of vocational education-related teaching content into comprehensive practice, career planning, and other courses in ordinary primary and secondary schools, organize vocational experience activities, and carry out vocational enlightenment education.
Strengthen resource sharing. The education department should rely on vocational schools, science popularization bases, and other facilities to build vocational education experience centers and skills practice bases to provide convenience for ordinary primary and secondary schools to carry out vocational enlightenment education and promote resource sharing between vocational education and general education.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 潘俊强摄影报道
On the morning of January 31st, Zhang Kai (张凯), a Beijing (北京) delivery driver, was taking orders and delivering food as usual. One of the orders was to be delivered to a certain hospital. The customer called Zhang Kai (张凯) and said that he was taking care of a patient in the intensive care unit of the hospital's surgical building and could not come downstairs to pick up the food. He hoped that Zhang Kai (张凯) could help him deliver it upstairs.
According to hospital regulations, the delivery can only be placed on the delivery rack outside the building, and the patient's family members can pick it up downstairs. "A hesitant thought flashed through my mind, but I immediately thought of a solution, so I promised the customer that I would deliver it upstairs," Zhang Kai (张凯) said. He rushed to the hospital, took off his helmet and work clothes, and delivered the food to the intensive care unit as quickly as possible, asking the medical staff to bring it in for the customer. After completing the delivery, Zhang Kai (张凯) returned the 30 yuan delivery fee transferred by the customer and encouraged him, "Everything will be fine."
Zhang Kai (张凯) just turned 18 this year and is a freshman at Shijiazhuang Institute of Commerce and Technology (石家庄工商职业学院). After the winter vacation, he returned to his rural hometown in Yanshan County (盐山县), Hebei (河北) Province, helped his parents with the housework, and then came to Beijing (北京) to earn money by delivering food. He likes to record his life and often takes pictures of what he sees and hears on the way to deliver food and posts them on short video platforms. Zhang Kai (张凯) posted this experience on his account and wrote a sentence, "Helping each other when you are away from home is our agreement."
This video attracted the attention of many netizens, who left messages saying, "The moment he took off his work clothes and walked into the hospital, I was moved to tears." "I was also hospitalized alone and needed a rider to deliver food to the ward. They all readily agreed. Thank you."
"Because my family members have also been sick and hospitalized, I understand the feeling of accompanying them in the ward. I hope to make the patient's family feel warm and overcome the difficulties," Zhang Kai (张凯) said. The food delivery platform rewarded him. "We applied for the 'Pioneer Knight' for him and issued a special reward of 500 yuan for good deeds, encouraging everyone to help those in need and continue to promote positive energy," said Xiao Xuyuan (肖绪源), head of the Meituan Waimai Dayang Wanshoulu Station (美团外卖大洋万寿路驿站).
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On January 19th, Zhu Qingru (祝清儒), the head of a public welfare rescue team in Chengwu County (成武县), Heze (菏泽), Shandong (山东), received a call for help. The caller was a family member of a ninety-year-old woman from Cao County (曹县), whose voice was filled with sobs: "My grandmother is missing. I've seen your videos of finding people before. Can you help us find her?"
An emergency rescue, a race against wind and snow, quickly unfolded. Zhu Qingru (祝清儒) immediately drove to the village where the missing elderly woman lived. "That day, the snow was particularly heavy. The journey that usually takes less than an hour took us a full two hours." At the same time, nearly 30 team members from Shan County (单县), Dingtao (定陶), and other places also gathered one after another.
"Based on the elderly woman's physical condition, it's likely she didn't go far," said Zhu Qingru (祝清儒). According to the clues provided by the family and the village's terrain, the team members were divided into three groups: one group was responsible for retrieving and reviewing surveillance footage around the village to determine the direction in which the elderly woman last appeared; one group carried drones and used thermal imaging technology to conduct a "circle-drawing" low-altitude search in the snowy night sky; and the other group conducted a ground-based grid search on foot, focusing on abandoned houses, pits, and corners of haystacks.
"In heavy snow, we are most afraid of the elderly woman suffering from hypothermia or being buried by the snow," said Zhu Qingru (祝清儒). With the snow obscuring the uneven ground, the team members stumbled along, often slipping and falling. The cold wind whipped snow particles against their faces, and the operation of the drones was frequently affected by the low temperatures.
"Found her!" After searching for several hours, the rescue team members found the elderly woman curled up in a haystack about 1 kilometer from where she went missing, covered in snow. The team members quickly took off their cotton coats and wrapped them around the elderly woman. After the medical personnel arrived, everyone carefully lifted the elderly woman onto a stretcher to avoid secondary injuries. After examination, the elderly woman's body was fine, and she was discharged from the hospital soon after. The elderly woman's family sent a banner to the rescue team, repeatedly expressing their gratitude.
"Some people have questioned us, saying that 'doing public welfare is for traffic,' and I even thought about giving up," said Zhu Qingru (祝清儒). "But we persevered because helping one person, warming one family, also lit up the lamp in our own hearts."
(Yang Qingqin (杨清钦) participated in the writing)
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The Chinese sturgeon is one of the oldest vertebrates on Earth and a rare and unique fish species in the Yangtze River. To save the rapidly declining population of Chinese sturgeon, China has carried out artificial breeding and conservation, release, and natural reproduction experiments. Under the ten-year fishing ban in the Yangtze River and the corresponding collaborative protection system, the Chinese sturgeon crosses the river and the sea, starting a new journey of life.
The fusiform body travels through the water, covered with large and hard bone scales, and the snout has a unique sword shape... In the Chinese Sturgeon National Treasure Hall of the Beijing Aquarium (北京海洋馆), the huge Chinese sturgeon attracts tourists to stop.
Among the rare and unique fish in the Yangtze River, the Chinese sturgeon is a special existence. Born in the Yangtze River and growing in the ocean, adult Chinese sturgeon can accurately find the mouth of the Yangtze River in the vast sea, swim thousands of kilometers, and return to their birthplace to lay eggs. As one of the oldest vertebrates on Earth, the Chinese sturgeon has forged an indissoluble bond with the Yangtze River for 140 million years.
Affected by human activities, the Chinese sturgeon population has declined sharply. Since the 1980s, in order to save this species, from artificial breeding and conservation, release to natural reproduction experiments, a relay of protection across the river and the sea has been continuously carried out. Under the ten-year fishing ban in the Yangtze River and the corresponding collaborative protection system, how will the ancient Chinese sturgeon start a new journey of life?
The Spark of Life Continues from Generation to Generation, Helping Chinese Sturgeon Survive the "Endangered Time"
Yichang (宜昌), Hubei (湖北), on the side of the Three Gorges Dam (三峡大坝), in the Yangtze River Rare Fish Conservation Center (长江珍稀鱼类保育中心) covering an area of more than 50,000 square meters, black fish fry about 20 centimeters long happily swing their tails in the breeding pool. Researchers carefully check the operating status of the intelligent temperature control system and monitor and record various water quality indicators in each pool.
"These little guys are the artificially cultivated F3 generation Chinese sturgeon successfully bred in November last year, a total of 112,000, and have been living healthily for more than two months, with an average weight of more than 100 grams," said Jiang Wei (姜伟), deputy director of the Yangtze River Biodiversity Research Center (长江生物多样性研究中心) of the Three Gorges Group (三峡集团) and chief engineer of the Chinese Sturgeon Research Institute (中华鲟研究所).
From the F2 generation to the F3 generation, the significance is extraordinary.
In 1982, the artificial breeding and conservation of Chinese sturgeon began. Chinese sturgeon mature late and have strict environmental requirements, making artificial breeding very difficult. After years of research by several generations, researchers have broken through key technologies such as early sex identification, single-female reproduction, and whole-genome sequencing, and have successively obtained the F1 and F2 generations from the original wild Chinese sturgeon parent fish.
In recent years, the average age of the F1 generation of the Chinese sturgeon artificial population has exceeded 17 years, and it is expected that they will gradually withdraw from the main breeding force in the next 7 to 8 years. If the F2 generation cannot successfully take over and breed the F3 generation before they "retire," the artificial population will face a "disconnection" crisis.
At the beginning of last year, the "fish-making plan" was officially launched on a large scale. Guo Baifu (郭柏福), a senior engineer at the Yangtze River Biodiversity Research Center, introduced that the team selected the best parent fish from thousands of mature F2 generation groups, precisely regulated light, water flow, water temperature, and nutrition, and replicated the space-time conversion process of wild populations migrating from the sea to the Yangtze River for breeding in the pool, successfully inducing the sensory experience of the F2 generation and promoting the maturation of their gonads to achieve artificial spawning.
"This means that without relying on wild populations, the Chinese sturgeon artificial population can achieve continuous intergenerational survival. In the case of a long natural habitat restoration cycle, this species has more opportunities to survive the 'endangered time'," said Jiang Wei (姜伟).
The spark of life is guarded by many parties. At present, there are 8 Chinese sturgeon germplasm resource protection bases in the country, with a total of 3,300 wild and F1 generation parent Chinese sturgeon, and large-scale cultivation of F2 generation juveniles is carried out every year. In 2021, the F2 generation male Chinese sturgeon matured sexually and entered the breeding sequence for the first time. With the birth of the F3 generation, the Chinese sturgeon parent fish echelon has been further improved.
Since the Yangtze River fishing ban, the entry rate of Chinese sturgeon into the sea has increased by about 20 times
China began releasing artificial populations of Chinese sturgeon in 1984. Starting in 2024, the scale of release has exceeded 1 million fish for two consecutive years. For the artificial population of Chinese sturgeon, the "fish" life journey truly begins from the moment of release.
Du Hao (杜浩), a researcher at the Yangtze River Fisheries Research Institute (长江水产研究所) of the Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences (中国水产科学研究院), opened a video. The video showed the clear downstream migration trajectory of the Chinese sturgeon released in Yichang (宜昌), Jingzhou (荆州) and other places on March 28 last year under ultrasonic monitoring. Affected by river bends and obstacles, the actual swimming distance of the Chinese sturgeon from the release point to the mouth of the Yangtze River exceeds 2,000 kilometers.
"Before the Yangtze River fishing ban, there were many kinds of nets underwater, coupled with the impact of ship propellers, water pollution and other factors, many fish could not reach the mouth of the Yangtze River," said Du Hao (杜浩).
Now, the situation is changing. Using ultrasonic telemetry, net monitoring, environmental DNA analysis, hydroacoustic detection and other technical means, monitoring and evaluation found that about 12.2% of the 4- to 8-month-old individuals released last year are currently living in the sea through the mouth of the Yangtze River, and some are still in the process of downstream migration. "This proportion was less than 1% before the fishing ban, and now it has increased by about 20 times," said Du Hao (杜浩).
In the Jiangsu (江苏) section of the Yangtze River, researchers conduct fixed-point fishing monitoring in still or slightly flowing water areas near the bank zone. In early November last year, Mao Zhigang (毛志刚), associate researcher at the Nanjing Institute of Geography and Limnology (南京地理与湖泊研究所) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院), monitored and captured Chinese sturgeon at the Nanjing (南京) monitoring point in the Yangtze River for 8 consecutive days, "which is relatively rare in the past monitoring of the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River."
"The fish in the Yangtze River are getting bigger and more numerous." Mao Zhigang (毛志刚) found that the proportion of knife fish weighing three or four liang in the gill net monitoring is very high, and the number of protected species such as copper fish has also increased significantly compared with before the fishing ban, indicating that the aquatic ecological environment is gradually improving and the overall recovery trend of fishery resources is good.
On August 31 last year, a Chinese sturgeon released at 4 months old was monitored and recaptured in the Dongtan (东滩) waters at the mouth of the Yangtze River. According to the PIT tag "ID card" carried by the fish, researchers measured and analyzed that it successfully reached the mouth of the Yangtze River after 157 days, its body length doubled, and its weight increased from 69 grams to 960 grams. "This shows that the released Chinese sturgeon can adapt to natural waters, successfully feed and grow, and successfully enter the sea," said Du Hao (杜浩). A total of 109 such released juveniles were monitored and recaptured, and the body length and weight of 91% of the individuals increased significantly.
Interestingly, researchers also estimated their downstream migration speed - about 10.5 kilometers per day. "Compared with 4- to 8-month-old juveniles, larger Chinese sturgeon swim faster, reaching 36 kilometers per day, and usually enter the sea earlier," said Du Hao (杜浩). The monitoring results also strongly confirmed this point: among the group released last year, more than 60% of the 361 ultrasonic-tagged Chinese sturgeon over 1 year old have arrived at the mouth of the Yangtze River.
At present, each Chinese sturgeon breeding farm has bred 1.5 million F2 generation seedlings. When spring flowers bloom, a new batch of juvenile sturgeon will embark on a journey to the Yangtze River. "Some F3 generation Chinese sturgeon will also be released into the Yangtze River," said Jiang Wei (姜伟), "At that time, they can grow to about 30 centimeters, and the effect of stocking and release is expected to improve."
From the Mouth of the Yangtze River to the Ocean, a Full Life Cycle Relay Protection
Shanghai Chongming Dongtan (上海崇明东滩), the river slows down here. "For Chinese sturgeon, this is a life station they cannot avoid," said Zheng Yueping (郑跃平), deputy director of the Shanghai Aquatic Wildlife and Plant Protection and Research Center (上海市水生野生动植物保护研究中心), "Whether they can swim here is an important signal to judge whether the protection of Chinese sturgeon has really taken effect."
Chinese sturgeon are not fierce predators. They have no teeth and mainly rely on a large mouth to swallow benthic organisms with weak mobility. This feeding method determines their high dependence on the environment.
Monitoring shows that juvenile sturgeon usually stay at the mouth of the Yangtze River for about half a year, where they grow and adapt, and then swim to the sea.
"If they directly enter the sea, the survival rate will be very low," Zheng Yueping (郑跃平) introduced that the mouth of the Yangtze River is a transitional area where fresh water, brackish water and sea water are intertwined. Here, juvenile sturgeon gradually complete the osmotic pressure regulation and fattening from fresh water to sea water with the ebb and flow of tides. While completing physiological adaptation, they can grow from "one finger long" to "one arm long" in half a year, and their weight increases dozens or even hundreds of times.
Researchers often compare the mouth of the Yangtze River to the "kindergarten" before Chinese sturgeon enter the sea. In order to help juvenile sturgeon grow up healthily, the estuary restoration has introduced the method of marine ranching - bamboo poles are inserted into the mudflats, and artificial reefs are placed in shallow water areas... As algae attach, shellfish, crabs, and small fish and shrimp gradually gather, and juvenile sturgeon can continue to feed and grow rapidly during their stay in the estuary.
Chinese sturgeon spend 80% of their lives in the ocean. In the surrounding waters of this special "kindergarten", fishermen, fishery administration and scientific research institutions are jointly weaving a protection and monitoring network.
At about 2:00 a.m. on November 4 last year, in the sea area near the mouth of the Yangtze River in Rudong County (如东县), Nantong (南通), Jiangsu (江苏), Xie Yajun (谢亚军), the owner of the Su Ru Yu 12089 ship (苏如渔12089船), accidentally found a large and strangely shaped fish entangled in the net during routine net collection operations.
Xie Yajun (谢亚军) recalled the identification card he had received and realized that this might be a Chinese sturgeon. He contacted the Rudong County Agricultural Comprehensive Law Enforcement Brigade (如东县农业综合执法大队) Shazhong Team (沙中队) as soon as possible, and the news was simultaneously transmitted to the Jianghai Migratory Biology Monitoring Team (江海洄游生物监测团队) of the Jiangsu Marine Fisheries Research Institute (江苏省海洋水产研究所). After inspection, the Chinese sturgeon was 1.62 meters long, weighed 45.6 kilograms, and was estimated to be 5 to 7 years old and in good condition. At about 10:00 a.m. that day, it was transferred to a suitable sea area outside Rudong (如东) Sun Island (太阳岛) and returned to the vast blue waves.
"The key to the smooth handling of this incident is that fishermen can quickly identify Chinese sturgeon and report it," said Xiong Ying (熊瑛), a researcher at the Jiangsu Marine Fisheries Research Institute (江苏省海洋水产研究所). This is the eighth Chinese sturgeon found by the team since 2025, and it is also the largest and oldest individual encountered in monitoring in recent years. In Zheng Yueping's (郑跃平) view, these calls from fishermen outside the fishing ban area are a positive signal, "indicating that the social level of protection awareness is improving, and it also means that there are still Chinese sturgeon in natural waters."
China has included environmental DNA monitoring and sea area bycatch into the Chinese sturgeon monitoring network. In 2025, a total of 59 Chinese sturgeon were captured in the nearshore waters of Hangzhou Bay (杭州湾), Zhoushan (舟山) sea area, Qidong (启东), Jiangsu (江苏), etc., all of which were released groups since the Yangtze River fishing ban. Zhong Xiaming (仲霞铭), a doctoral supervisor at Shanghai Ocean University (上海海洋大学), said that there are still some gaps in key knowledge such as the migration route, key habitats, feeding grounds and the impact of fishing activities on Chinese sturgeon in the ocean, and systematic research is urgently needed to fill the information gap in its marine life history and provide a scientific basis for the implementation of accurate and effective protection measures.
Committed to Restoring Natural Populations, Protection Work is Racing Against Time
The ultimate goal of Chinese sturgeon protection is to truly achieve the self-continuation of wild populations through natural reproduction.
Unfortunately, the survival prospects of this species are still not optimistic: the number of Chinese sturgeon breeding groups that arrived under the Gezhouba Dam (葛洲坝) in 2025 was 11, and the resource volume is still at a very low level, and no natural reproduction activity has been monitored for 8 consecutive years.
Sturgeon natural reproduction follows the principle of 广种薄收 (guǎng zhǒng bó shōu - "sow widely, reap thinly," a large investment yields little return). According to scientific calculations, the annual release of 1 million fish is only equivalent to the effective spawning volume of 3 wild Chinese sturgeon, which is only a drop in the bucket for filling the population gap.
"In the past, the artificial breeding and conservation capacity was not strong, and the released fish were all 1 cm long 'small water flowers' with low survival ability," said Du Hao (杜浩), "Of course, the fish cannot be too big either. We hope that through natural selection, those strong juveniles can familiarize themselves with the taste of the Yangtze River during the 'childhood' migration process and maintain their natural attributes."
Conservation, expansion, multiple releases, and group building are still technical paths worth adhering to for a long time. At present, the released juvenile Chinese sturgeon are mostly controlled at 4 to 8 months old, which have strong anti-predation and anti-environmental change capabilities. In the future, the release ratio of large-sized individuals will be appropriately increased, and nutritional enhancement and wild training of released juveniles will be carried out. Experts said that if the annual release volume is gradually increased to 5 million fish and lasts for about 18 years, the wild resources are expected to recover to 200-300 fish at the beginning of this century.
A large number of juvenile sturgeon entering the sea to grow is a critical window period for protection work to race against time. At present, the area of less than 1 square kilometer under the Gezhouba Dam (葛洲坝) is the only spawning ground for Chinese sturgeon. Does the last natural "delivery room" still have function? Why do adult fish appear but not spawn? In the autumn and winter seasons of last year, two natural reproduction experiments were carried out here successively.
One is the "in-situ egg-laying and incubation experiment," in which fertilized eggs released into natural waters by researchers from the Yangtze River Fisheries Research Institute (长江水产研究所) of the Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences (中国水产科学研究院) successfully hatched into larvae, proving that the environmental conditions such as the substrate under the Gezhouba Dam (葛洲坝) still basically meet the incubation requirements of fertilized eggs. "However, in the past, the water temperature could drop to below 20 degrees Celsius suitable for spawning in October, but now it has been pushed back by more than a month, which does not match the natural spawning period of Chinese sturgeon. Can fish and water temperature adapt to each other? We are also thinking of more ways," said Du Hao (杜浩).
The other is the "controlled natural spawning experiment of Chinese sturgeon" carried out by the Three Gorges Group (三峡集团). "This is the thing we have put the most effort into in the past 3 years," said Jiang Wei (姜伟). By excavating diversion channels on the shoals, pushing flow in local areas, and supplementing flow with ecological scheduling under the dam, researchers carefully built an artificial "delivery room" in the Yanzhiba (胭脂坝) waters of Yichang (宜昌) and released 25 Chinese sturgeon. From December 1 to 5, 2025, a total of three batches of Chinese sturgeon natural spawning were monitored, and fish eggs and naturally hatched fish fry were successfully collected in the downstream waters. "This is expected to open up a new way to restore natural populations," said Jiang Wei (姜伟).
The "Chinese Sturgeon Rescue Action Plan (2015-2030)" was released; Shanghai (上海) formulated regulations on the protection and management of Chinese sturgeon; the Yichang Wujiagang Yangtze River Bridge (宜昌伍家岗长江大桥) built in 2021 adopted the "one-span across the river" scheme and did not build piers in the water; Shanghai (沪), Jiangsu (苏), Zhejiang (浙) and Anhui (皖) jointly enforced the law across provinces to combat illegal fishing...
In recent years, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (农业农村部) has worked with multiple departments to continuously improve the coordination mechanism for the protection of aquatic organisms in the Yangtze River and the fishing ban in the Yangtze River, organized relevant departments in 8 provinces in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River, the East China Sea, and the Bohai Sea to strengthen monitoring and protection, given full play to the strength of scientific research institutions, jointly tackled key monitoring and protection technologies, and continuously increased the popular science publicity on Chinese sturgeon protection. Around one species, relevant institutional design and cross-departmental and cross-regional collaboration are gathering the protection power of the whole society.
Crossing the river and the sea, the future life journey of Chinese sturgeon is still waiting for nature's answer.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on February 5th (Reporter Chang Qin (常钦)): The reporter learned from the Ministry of Natural Resources (自然资源部): The Ministry of Natural Resources (自然资源部) released the sixth batch of 11 typical cases of ecological product value realization, aiming to leverage the demonstration role of typical cases and promote the practical exploration of ecological product value realization.
The Ministry of Natural Resources (自然资源部) actively improves the mechanism for realizing the value of ecological products and has successively released a series of typical cases to continuously broaden the path of "Two Mountains" transformation. Compared with the previous five batches of cases, the sixth batch of cases has increased the promotion of the combined supply model of natural resource assets. For example, Wuhan (武汉) in Hubei (湖北), Lichuan (黎川) in Jiangxi (江西), Luxian (泸县) in Sichuan (四川), and Mile (弥勒) in Yunnan (云南) respectively promote the realization of ecological product value through the combined supply of "land + water surface," "mineral + land," "land + forest," and "land + geothermal." In addition, Beijing (北京), Panjin (盘锦) in Liaoning (辽宁), Lishui (丽水) in Zhejiang (浙江), Hefei (合肥) in Anhui (安徽), Yulin (玉林) in Guangxi (广西) and other places have actively promoted ecological industrialization and industrial ecology on the basis of strengthening ecological protection and restoration, and explored new paths for the transformation of "Two Mountains." Among them, Beijing (北京) organically integrates the ecological governance of the Liangma River (亮马河) with urban renewal, realizing a leap from "water purification" to "space reconstruction," effectively revitalizing urban space and promoting the development of waterfront economy.
Since the Ministry of Natural Resources (自然资源部) issued the "Opinions on Promoting the Realization of Ecological Product Value by Protecting and Utilizing Natural Resources at a High Level and with High Efficiency" in December 2024, various localities have combined their actual conditions to explore the combined supply of multi-factor natural resource assets. The path to promote the transformation of "Two Mountains" has become increasingly clear, and the process has been continuously optimized. This includes conducting a thorough inventory and accounting to determine the base number, clarifying the main body to establish rights and empower, revealing value through re-evaluation and assessment, improving the market-oriented transaction mechanism through announcements, contracts, etc., focusing on income distribution to achieve value sharing, and strengthening post-supply supervision for closed-loop management. The exploration and innovation of combined supply in various localities has not only amplified economic benefits, optimized social benefits, and protected the natural ecology, but also promoted industrial development, factor flow, and management integration, realizing a virtuous cycle of "resources becoming assets becoming capital, and capital feeding back into resource protection."
In the next step, the Ministry of Natural Resources (自然资源部) will continue to summarize and refine typical local practices, continue to release typical cases of ecological product value realization, and encourage and support localities to transform ecological advantages into development advantages through high-level protection and high-efficiency utilization of natural resources, and help build a Chinese-style modernization in which humans and nature coexist harmoniously.
Return to TopYinchuan, February 5th (Reported by Jiao Siyu (焦思雨) of this newspaper) The reporter learned from the Department of Water Resources of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region (宁夏回族自治区水利厅) that on February 5th, affected by the temperature rise, the entire Ningxia (宁夏) section of the Yellow River (黄河) smoothly opened, 16 days earlier than the average over the years. At present, the Yellow River (黄河) Ningxia-Inner Mongolia (宁蒙) section continues to operate with small flow and low water level, and the ice flood situation is generally stable, and no ice flood disasters have occurred.
In the 2025-2026 period, the ice flood in the Ningxia (宁夏) section of the Yellow River (黄河) generally showed the characteristics of late ice flow and river closure, short river closure distance, and early river opening time. On January 6, 2026, the first ice flow appeared in the Ningxia (宁夏) section of the Yellow River (黄河), 19 days later than the average over the years, and the ice flow first subsided on January 14; affected by the cooling weather process, a second ice flow occurred on January 19, with the longest ice flow distance of 170 kilometers; river closure occurred on January 21, 18 days later than the average over the years, with the longest river closure distance of 12 kilometers; river opening occurred on January 29, and fully opened by February 5.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Hangzhou (杭州) dispatch on February 5th (Reporter Dou Hao (窦皓)) - Zhejiang Province's third national soil census has achieved landmark results. With the completion of the soil type map connection review, Zhejiang's first soil "digital map archive" covering 122 million mu of agricultural land in the province has been initially formed, marking Zhejiang's entry into a new stage of "digital perspective" for soil resource management.
Zhejiang's "seven mountains, one water, and two fields" landform has created a pattern of interlaced soil types. To accurately restore this "puzzle," the Zhejiang Provincial Soil Census Office has comprehensively constructed a quality control system with the Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences and Zhejiang University experts as the main technical support, and the province, city, and county levels working together. Based on the formation of county-level soil maps through "indoor operations + field verification," the provincial team is responsible for the "large connection" of city-level maps, the city-level team strictly controls the county-level "small connection," and a unified technical route has been established for Zhejiang's 90 counties (cities, districts). Team members went deep into the hills, plains, and islands to verify the boundaries of map spots on the ground to ensure the accuracy of the data.
The relevant person in charge of the Zhejiang Provincial Soil Census Office stated that this soil "digital map archive" is like a detailed "soil manual." With it, soil characteristics can be judged more quickly, fertilization and irrigation can be carried out more accurately, and refined management can be achieved, which not only saves costs but also improves resource utilization, laying a solid foundation for high-quality agricultural development.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Nanning (南宁) dispatch on February 5th (Reporter Zhang Yunhe (张云河)): The Guangxi Standardization Association (广西标准化协会) announced the first batch (100 items) of typical cases of original high-quality group standard implementation and application. The two group standards, "Image Collection Specification for Wild and Cultivated Germplasm Resources of Gesneriaceae" and "Technical Specification for Survey of Wild Plants of Gesneriaceae," drafted by the Guangxi Institute of Botany (广西植物研究所), were successfully selected. This marks China's first systematic technical standard for the protection and research of Gesneriaceae plants, signifying a breakthrough progress in Guangxi (广西) in the specialized and exclusive standardization of wild and cultivated plant data collection and investigation.
Wen Fang (温放), head of the China Gesneriaceae Plant Conservation Center (中国苦苣苔科植物保育中心) and researcher at the Guangxi Institute of Botany (广西植物研究所), introduced that the two selected standards focus on two key aspects: digital preservation of germplasm resources and field scientific investigation. The "Image Collection Specification for Wild and Cultivated Germplasm Resources of Gesneriaceae" for the first time clarifies the technical parameters such as image shooting angles, resolution, and color calibration of organs such as roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits of Gesneriaceae plants, providing a unified "language" for establishing a shareable digital germplasm resource bank. The "Technical Specification for Survey of Wild Plants of Gesneriaceae" systematically stipulates the whole-process operation requirements such as specimen identification and data recording, solving the problems of inconsistent methods and difficult data sharing in previous investigations.
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Return to TopIn September 2023, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out during his inspection in Yiwu (义乌), Zhejiang (浙江): "Yiwu's (义乌) small commodities have carved out a large market and developed into a large industry." During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, Yiwu (义乌) focused on cultivating, developing, and upgrading its market, exploring a distinctive path for regional development. By the end of 2025, the Yiwu (义乌) market had an operating area of 8 million square meters, over 80,000 booths, gathering more than 2.1 million kinds of goods across 26 major categories, serving 2.1 million small and medium-sized enterprises, and driving employment for 32 million people.
With market prosperity comes unlimited business opportunities. The foreign trade sector has achieved both quantitative and qualitative improvements. Yiwu's (义乌) export scale has reached a new level, with new business forms and models such as cross-border e-commerce and digital trade flourishing. The construction and operation of the sixth-generation market has promoted the transformation and upgrading of the traditional market. Yiwu's (义乌) regional GDP increased from 148.56 billion yuan in 2020 to 269.33 billion yuan in 2025.
Being ambitious and innovative, from piloting the market procurement trade method and replicating and promoting it nationwide, to the Zhejiang-Europe train (Yixin'ou) (义新欧) becoming an important bridge for interconnection between Asia and Europe, and then to creating distinctive industries such as photovoltaics, intelligent display materials, and semiconductors, Yiwu (义乌) now has an industrial added value above a designated size that has increased from 16.47 billion yuan in 2020 to 32.97 billion yuan in 2025. The industry is becoming increasingly prosperous, and vitality continues to burst forth.
Optimizing governance and transforming urban and rural areas, Yiwu (义乌) has deeply implemented the "Thousand Villages Demonstration, Ten Thousand Villages Renovation" Project (千万工程), leading to a beautiful transformation of the countryside, continuously promoting urban renewal, and striving to build a modern people's city that is innovative, livable, beautiful, resilient, civilized, and intelligent. At the same time, by optimizing urban and rural community governance, Yiwu (义乌) retains the memories of nostalgia and urban characteristics, while preserving the atmosphere of daily life, showing a unique charm.
Today, people from different countries and regions live in harmony and work hard together in Yiwu (义乌). Yiwu (义乌) is also integrating into the global economic and trade landscape with a more open attitude, continuously injecting new impetus into the high-quality development of the economy and society.
(People's Daily Reporter He Cong (何聪) and Dou Hao (窦皓))
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 季 芳 刘硕阳
Since its completion in 1926, the San Siro Stadium (圣西罗体育场) in Milan has witnessed many classic matches in the world of football. This stadium, which has stood the test of a century of wind and rain, will now add a bright touch with the arrival of the Winter Olympics.
On the evening of February 6, local time, the opening ceremony of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics will be held at the San Siro Stadium (圣西罗体育场). This is the third time Italy has hosted the Winter Olympics, and it is also the first time in 70 years that Cortina d'Ampezzo (科尔蒂纳丹佩佐) has welcomed the world's top ice and snow event again. In the next 10 days or so, approximately 2,900 athletes will gather here to compete equally and exchange ideas in a friendly manner.
This Winter Olympics is the first Winter Olympics in which China will participate after the successful hosting of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics (北京冬奥会). Of all 8 major events, 16 sub-events, and 116 minor events, the 126 athletes of the Chinese sports delegation will participate in 7 major events, 15 sub-events, and 91 minor events, setting a new high in the number of participating events and the scale of athletes participating abroad.
From Beijing (北京) to Milan (米兰), the ice and snow agreement is about to begin. Across mountains and seas, the passion of the Winter Olympics continues to be passed on.
More competition zones jointly host the Winter Olympics, enhancing cohesion.
As the only newly added major event of the Milan Winter Olympics, ski mountaineering is the "new idea" on the competition field of this Winter Olympics. It is worth mentioning that ski mountaineering and the men's alpine skiing event are both held in Bormio (博尔米奥) in the Valtellina (瓦尔泰利纳) competition zone, while the women's alpine skiing competition is held in the Cortina (科尔蒂纳) competition zone. The Milan Winter Olympics has a total of 4 competition zones: Milan (米兰), Valtellina (瓦尔泰利纳), Cortina (科尔蒂纳), and Val di Fiemme (费耶美山谷), all of which are more than 200 kilometers apart.
Regarding this arrangement, International Olympic Committee (国际奥委会) President Coventry (考文垂) said that he hopes to improve the sustainability of hosting large-scale events such as the Winter Olympics through a decentralized hosting model. After this Winter Olympics, the International Olympic Committee (国际奥委会) will also conduct a detailed assessment of this model and provide a reference for future hosting. At the same time, the organizers believe that allowing more competition zones to jointly host the Winter Olympics can unite regions with different customs and traditions and enhance cohesion.
Innovation often means more challenges. Coventry (考文垂) said that decentralized competition zones place higher demands on event organization, logistics support, and media operations. But the important thing is that the organizing committee is also working hard to continuously solve problems and strive to present a wonderful Winter Olympics. For example, in order to help media reporters cope with the problem of scattered venues, the organizing committee has specially launched a "remote reporter" service to help overcome geographical barriers and achieve remote interviews.
On the evening of February 6, local time, the main torch of this Winter Olympics will be lit simultaneously in Milan (米兰) and Cortina (科尔蒂纳) for the first time. This ingenious design tests the precise execution level of the scene. From multi-venue hosting to simultaneous lighting in two places, the Milan Winter Olympics is full of new ideas, demonstrating the host's determination and confidence to meet challenges. "Event preparation is like a long journey, sometimes it can be bumpy, but when we arrive, everything magical will be revealed," Coventry (考文垂) said.
Use historical and cultural heritage to promote the development of ice and snow sports.
As the opening ceremony approaches, after a long journey of approximately 12,000 kilometers, the torch relay of this Winter Olympics is about to reach its end. The main torch platform is inspired by the geometric knot pattern drawn by Leonardo da Vinci (莱昂纳多·达·芬奇) during the Italian Renaissance and has been placed in Milan (米兰) and Cortina (科尔蒂纳). During the event, the Olympic flame will illuminate the dream path for participating athletes.
The integration of sports and art gives this Winter Olympics a strong cultural characteristic. The 1956 Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Olympics (科尔蒂纳丹佩佐冬奥会) was the first Winter Olympics held in Italy. Innovative measures such as the accuracy of cross-country skiing results to one-hundredth of a second and the first use of starting gates in alpine skiing projects have become milestones in the development of ice and snow sports. Among the permanent buildings built at that time, nearly 70% are still regularly hosting events such as the International Ski Federation World Cup, and the legacy of the Winter Olympics of that year still plays an important role 70 years later.
The Cortina Sliding Center (科尔蒂纳滑行中心), which hosts the bobsleigh and luge events of this Winter Olympics, is being built on the original site of the track used 70 years ago. Of the 25 competition venues for this Winter Olympics, only two are newly built venues, and the rest are existing venues or temporary facilities. From Cortina (科尔蒂纳) in 1956 to Turin (都灵) in 2006, and now, three Winter Olympics spanning 70 years have accumulated a rich ice and snow sports culture for Italy and continue to expand its path to sustainable development. Taking the hosting of the Milan Winter Olympics as an opportunity, many school gymnasiums and urban sports facilities in Italy have been updated and upgraded, further promoting the popularization of healthy lifestyles.
In addition, as the first Olympic Games emblem selected by Italy through online voting, the name "Futura" (meaning "future" in Italian) itself contains the host's expectations for the future. Looking to the future while embracing history, and making full use of historical and cultural heritage to promote the development of ice and snow sports in the future, these ingenious ideas are worth learning from.
The Chinese sports delegation has moved from "single-point breakthroughs" to "group efforts."
On the outer wall of the Chinese sports delegation's residence in the Milan Winter Olympic Village (米兰冬奥村), the neatly hung five-star red flags are particularly eye-catching against the backdrop of the distant snow-capped mountains. Since January 31, local time, the Chinese sports delegation has successively arrived in the various competition zones of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics (米兰—科尔蒂纳冬奥会) to begin their Winter Olympics journey.
The first to arrive, the Chinese short track speed skating team, has begun on-ice training after a short rest. The short track speed skating competition will begin on February 10, local time. Fan Kexin (范可新), who has participated in four Winter Olympics, is full of expectations for this Winter Olympics trip: "Every time I step onto the Winter Olympics arena, it is a new challenge, and we are ready." Gong Li (公俐), who is participating in the Winter Olympics for the first time, shared her experiences in the Winter Olympic Village through short videos. "Live up to your youth and pursue your dreams on the field" is the goal she has set for herself.
From **单点突破** (dān diǎn tū pò - "single-point breakthrough," to achieve success in one area) to **集团发力** (jí tuán fā lì - "group effort," collective strength), the biggest change in the Chinese sports delegation. Beijing Winter Olympics (北京冬奥会) champions Gu Ailing (谷爱凌) and Su Yiming (苏翊鸣) will continue to participate in multiple events. In the freestyle skiing big air, slope obstacle skills, and U-shaped venue skills events, Liu Mengting (刘梦婷), Yang Ruyi (杨如意), Li Fanghui (李方慧), Zhang Kexin (张可欣) and other athletes have grown rapidly, using unremitting efforts to accumulate strength for China's ice and snow progress.
In terms of snowboarding, the Chinese delegation has also formed an impactful lineup. In recent open training sessions, Su Yiming (苏翊鸣), Yang Wenlong (杨文龙), Ge Chunyu (葛春宇) and other athletes have shown good form. "I am very much looking forward to my first Winter Olympics," Ge Chunyu (葛春宇) said, "When it's time to fight, you have to fight!"
The Chinese freestyle skiing aerial skills team, which is participating with a full quota, is still very competitive. Five-time Winter Olympics veteran Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) and Qi Guangpu (齐广璞) have performed well this season. Young athletes Sun Jiaxu (孙佳旭), Li Tianma (李天马) and others have repeatedly stood on the World Cup podium, showing the team's solid talent reserve and are expected to achieve further success in Milan (米兰).
The skeleton project has achieved a leap from "catching up to competition" and has become a new highlight on the field.
Among the steep mountains and on the white snow tracks, every aerial rotation and every effort forward is a vivid interpretation of the Olympic spirit. The Winter Olympics story, which happens once every four years, is about to unfold.
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This Winter Olympics is jointly hosted by Milan (米兰) and Cortina d'Ampezzo (科尔蒂纳丹佩佐). Cortina d'Ampezzo (科尔蒂纳丹佩佐) is located in northern Italy, with an average altitude of approximately 1,224 meters, an area of approximately 254.51 square kilometers, and a population of approximately 6,000 people. What is the charm of such a small town?
Cortina d'Ampezzo (科尔蒂纳丹佩佐) is located in the Dolomites (多洛米蒂山脉) of the Alps (阿尔卑斯山), with abundant ice and snow resources. The unique dolomite mountain peaks are magnificent and it is one of the oldest ski resorts in Italy. Since holding its first ski competition in 1897, it has also hosted many international events such as the Nordic Ski World Championships and the Alpine Ski World Championships, and successfully hosted the 7th Winter Olympics in 1956. As time goes by, the main stadium that hosted the Winter Olympics that year is still open to the public. The glass display windows on the outer walls around the venue display the grand occasion of preparation and holding in graphic form.
Seventy years later, this small town will join hands with Milan (米兰) to welcome the 2026 Winter Olympics again, becoming a "dual Olympic" snow town. Locally, skiers can take a cable car from the town center to the snow on the top of the ridge, from where they can start and ski directly back to the town, or they can choose to spend a day on the high-altitude snowfield. It is understood that this Winter Olympics adheres to the concept of sustainability and will make extensive use of existing facilities to provide a good environment for athletes and ice and snow enthusiasts.
(This newspaper reporter Kong Qingyuan (孔庆元) compiled)
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Local time, February 6th, the main torch of the 2026 Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Olympics will be lit simultaneously in Milan (米兰) and Cortina d'Ampezzo (科尔蒂纳). Spanning urban jungles and snow-capped peaks, this Winter Olympics depicts a unique ice and snow landscape to the world with the integration of "city and mountain."
From the "Winter Sports Week" in 1924 to the current ice and snow extravaganza gathering nearly a hundred delegations, the development of the Winter Olympics has spanned over a century, long breaking the geographical constraints of high latitudes. The world shares the same passion in the ice and snow arena. Italy embraces the Winter Olympics for the third time, with many old venues焕然一新 (huàn rán yī xīn - "completely new look," to take on a completely new appearance) and continuing the Olympic legend in the Alps.
The inheritance of the Olympic flame is also a dialogue of civilizations. Four years ago, the Beijing Winter Olympics凝聚共识 (níng jù gòng shí - "build consensus," to form a common understanding) with "Together for a Shared Future," turning the vision of "engaging 300 million people in ice and snow sports" into reality, and profoundly reshaping the global landscape of ice and snow sports. Now, ice and snow athletes from all over the world are gathering again under the theme of "IT's Your Vibe." From Beijing's "Chinese-style romance" to Milan's diverse styles, the cultural connotation of the Winter Olympic Movement is becoming increasingly rich.
Changes in event settings mark the progress of the times. This Winter Olympics not only continues the traditional charm of ice and snow sports, but also showcases the diversity and inclusiveness of winter sports through a number of new events. This Winter Olympics has a total of 8 major events, 16 sub-events and 116 minor events, with approximately 2,900 athletes from more than 90 countries and regions expected to participate. The proportion of female athletes has risen to 47%, and the number of women's events has increased to 50, demonstrating the Olympic Movement's pursuit of equality.
The rise of China's ice and snow power is remarkable. This time, China (中国) has sent 126 athletes, and the event participation rate has jumped from 52% in the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics to 78.4% now. The change in data reflects the systematic growth and overall leap of China's ice and snow sports in the past two Winter Olympic cycles.
Ice and snow knows no borders, and we are united in pursuing a common goal. The charm of the Olympics lies in transcending mountains and seas and凝聚共识 (níng jù gòng shí - "build consensus," to form a common understanding). At a time when the world is working together to address challenges, every effort and mutual assistance on the Winter Olympic arena is a vivid interpretation of the spirit of perseverance and solidarity. The exchange and mutual learning of different cultures inside and outside the arena are writing a new chapter in the community of human destiny.
When the main torch is lit, let us look forward to the wonderful opening of the Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Olympics together. Taking ice and snow as a medium to凝聚共识 (níng jù gòng shí - "build consensus," to form a common understanding) and build a community of human destiny, we will move towards a better future together.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 刘硕阳 刘 峣 人民网记者 杨 磊
The opening ceremony of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics is about to be held. Recently, the Chinese sports delegation announced that speed skater Ning Zhongyan (宁忠岩) and short track speed skater Zhang Chutong (张楚桐) will be the flag bearers for the Chinese sports delegation. Both athletes said that serving as flag bearers means great honor and responsibility. They will show the confident and generous image of Chinese athletes at the opening ceremony, and dare to fight hard on the field, striving to win more honors for the motherland.
This is the first time that 22-year-old Zhang Chutong (张楚桐) has served as the flag bearer of the Chinese delegation in a world competition. Zhang Chutong (张楚桐) said that she is "very honored" to usher in such a moment in her sports career. At the Beijing Winter Olympics four years ago, Zhang Chutong (张楚桐) won a bronze medal in the women's 3000m relay in short track speed skating. Stepping onto the Winter Olympics again, her goal is even more firm. "In the short track speed skating event of this Winter Olympics, many teams are very strong. We must stabilize our mentality and maintain our confidence in order to become more and more courageous," said Zhang Chutong (张楚桐).
26-year-old Ning Zhongyan (宁忠岩) is also participating in the Winter Olympics for the second time. His experience as a flag bearer at the opening ceremony of the Harbin Asian Winter Games gave him more experience in holding the flag than Zhang Chutong (张楚桐). "This is a very glorious mission. I was very excited when I learned the news," said Ning Zhongyan (宁忠岩). He said that he will focus on himself and concentrate on the field. In this season's ISU Speed Skating World Cup, Ning Zhongyan (宁忠岩) has been on the podium in many events. "I think my state in the World Cup is not bad, and I hope to show a good state in the Winter Olympics," said Ning Zhongyan (宁忠岩).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 孙龙飞
Flying directly from Beijing (北京) to Milan (米兰), Italy (意大利), the journey spans over 8,000 kilometers and takes more than 10 hours. Although the trip is tiring, it is believed that the sports delegations and media reporters' expectations and enthusiasm for the Winter Olympics remain undiminished.
This expectation has been tangibly answered since landing: the clearly visible Winter Olympics logo in the airport guides people; the mascots Tina and Milo enthusiastically wave to passers-by; the Games volunteers provide enthusiastic service, expressing goodwill with fluent Chinese such as "你好" (nǐ hǎo - hello) and "谢谢" (xiè xiè - thank you)...
Walking through the streets of Milan (米兰), the strong Winter Olympics atmosphere is impressive. In densely populated commercial areas, light strips outline the shapes of athletes, making people feel as if they are on the competition site; at the Central Railway Station, the slogan "The pride of being Italian" conveys Italy's (意大利) pride in hosting the Winter Olympics for the third time. Next to the Milan Cathedral (米兰大教堂), the countdown device with the element "26" of this Winter Olympics emblem as the main body stands quietly, attracting tourists and local citizens to take photos. The jumping numbers remind people: the Winter Olympics are coming!
"Look at the shape of this number 26, doesn't it look like the '功' (gōng) character of the Chinese character '成功' (chéng gōng - success)!" A Chinese tourist's (中国游客) surprising discovery cleverly connects the ancient Winter Olympics with the profound Chinese traditional culture. The Chinese Lunar Year of the Horse Spring Festival holiday coincides with the holding of this Winter Olympics, "马到成功" (mǎ dào chéng gōng - "where the horse arrives, success comes," instant success) is a beautiful wish of the Chinese people. At this time, this "功" (gōng) character is also transformed into expectations and blessings for the athletes, shining in the Milan (米兰) night sky.
In the past few days, athletes from the Chinese sports delegation (中国体育代表团) have arrived in Italy (意大利) one after another, carrying out pre-match training in full swing. At the Milan Winter Olympic Village (米兰冬奥村) residence of the Chinese sports delegation (中国体育代表团), bright five-star red flags are neatly hung on the outer wall, and cuddly panda posters and slogans of "中国加油" (Zhōngguó jiāyóu - "Go China!") are very eye-catching. In the shared space, a horse-themed "福" (fú - good fortune) character fully demonstrates the Chinese New Year flavor - a cute horse carrying the "福" (fú) character, the four powerful characters "马力全开" (mǎ lì quán kāi - "horse power fully open," to go all out) are written, and the golden bells hanging below often attract many people to stop and dial. Everyone hopes to get some "福气" (fú qì - good fortune) and get good luck in the arena.
This Winter Olympics will be held in 4 competition zones. The competition zones span cities and mountains, and some venues are far apart, which brings considerable challenges to athletes' participation and event operation support. International Olympic Committee (国际奥委会) President Coventry (考文垂) said that all parties are fully prepared, "I believe the athletes will have an unforgettable experience."
The grand event is about to begin. The Chinese sports delegation (中国体育代表团) has sent 126 athletes to participate in this Winter Olympics. We look forward to them showing their style on the Winter Olympics stage and achieving instant success!
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 谢亚宏
The 25th Winter Olympic Games will open on February 6, local time, in Milan, Italy. This is the third time Italy has hosted the Winter Olympics, and the two host cities, Milan (米兰) and Cortina d'Ampezzo (科尔蒂纳丹佩佐), are ready to welcome this global ice and snow sports event. Adhering to the concepts of peace, friendship, and sustainable development, this event is not only a concentrated presentation of the host's preparations but also carries the common expectations of the International Olympic Movement.
Currently, Milan (米兰) and Cortina d'Ampezzo (科尔蒂纳丹佩佐) have a strong Winter Olympic atmosphere, and various guarantee measures are being implemented simultaneously. In front of the Milan Cathedral Square (米兰大教堂广场), the Winter Olympics countdown device attracts a large number of tourists to stop and watch; the Winter Olympics mascot display area in the square in front of the Central Station (中央车站) is crowded with people, and citizens and tourists are competing to take photos with the mascots; Winter Olympics visual elements are arranged in core business districts, transportation hubs, and major tourist attractions, and Winter Olympics promotional posters are posted on bus bodies, subway stations, and carriages. Station announcements have added prompts to go to the competition venues, providing convenience for the audience to watch the games. Cortina d'Ampezzo (科尔蒂纳丹佩佐) is located in the core area of the Dolomites (多洛米蒂山脉), a World Natural Heritage site, and hosted the 1956 Winter Olympics, with abundant ice and snow resources. In order to protect the local ecological environment, the Olympic Village in this competition area is built with temporary structures, which will be dismantled and the site restored after the Games; the power consumption of the snowmaking system for snow events is reduced by about 30%, and all certified renewable electricity is used to practice the concept of green Games.
As the core venue for receiving athletes and delegation officials from all over the world, the Milan Winter Olympic Village (米兰冬奥村) officially opened on January 30. In the Olympic Village, the flags of various delegations hanging on the exterior walls of the buildings flutter in the wind. The Milan Winter Olympic Village (米兰冬奥村) is equipped with complete accommodation, catering, training, and recovery facilities. The main restaurant is open 24 hours a day and has multiple dining areas and buffet tables. The fitness center, recovery area, and shared space have also been opened simultaneously. Flaminia Tamburri (弗拉米尼娅·坦布里), the head of the Winter Olympic Village, said that she hopes that athletes will feel at home from the moment they arrive and that the Winter Olympic Village will become a place for them to rest and focus on preparing for the Games.
Ice and snow sports have a deep mass base in Italy, and the Italian government and all sectors of society have high hopes for this Winter Olympics. Italian President Mattarella (马塔雷拉) said that the Winter Olympics will bring joy, pride, and a sense of belonging to the Italian people, while conveying messages of peace, friendship, and inclusion to the world. In early December last year, the Winter Olympics torch relay event was launched, with a total route of about 12,000 kilometers, covering more than 300 towns and cities across Italy, and more than 10,000 torchbearers. A report released by the Italian financial institution Ifis Bank (伊菲斯银行) predicts that the total number of visitors to this Winter Olympics will reach 2.5 million, and the global online audience will exceed 3 billion, which can create 5.3 billion euros of economic income for Italy. The report also pointed out that 80% of Italians believe that the Winter Olympics will promote the development of the country's economy, especially the tourism industry, and enhance Italy's international image.
Sustainable development is the core feature of this Winter Olympics and an important practice for implementing the "Olympic 2020 Agenda and New Norm." More than 90% of the competition venues for this event are existing renovations or temporary constructions. The Cortina Curling Venue (科尔蒂纳冰壶馆) was transformed from the 1956 Winter Olympics venue, and the Milan Speed Skating Hall (米兰速滑馆) uses the exhibition center venue of the 2015 World Expo. All newly built permanent venues have clear post-match use plans. The six Winter Olympic Village apartments in the southern suburbs of Milan (米兰南郊) are part of an old city renovation project and will be converted into student apartments with 1,700 beds and community public spaces after the Games.
The wide distribution of venues is also a major feature of this Winter Olympics. This event has four competition areas and multiple independent venues, covering an area of 22,000 square kilometers in three regions of northern Italy, with a geographical span of more than 400 kilometers. In addition to Milan (米兰), the organizing committee has also set up Winter Olympic Villages in Cortina d'Ampezzo (科尔蒂纳丹佩佐), Bormio (博尔米奥), Livigno (利维尼奥), and other places to provide convenient and comprehensive guarantees for athletes from various countries. This "distributed" Games model can make full use of existing infrastructure, but also puts higher demands on logistics and transportation guarantees. To this end, the organizing committee has optimized traffic scheduling and extended public transportation operating hours; the Italian railway operator has added more than 100 trains every day to promote seamless transfers between trains and buses; the artificial intelligence technology of the Chinese company Alibaba Cloud (阿里云) provides support for the coordination and scheduling of transportation departments, ensuring the travel of athletes and spectators.
The preparations for this Winter Olympics have been recognized by the international community. International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Coventry (考文垂) said that the preparations have drawn on the successful experience of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics (2022年北京冬奥会), especially in the technological empowerment of venue construction and sustainable Games. The relevant Games model has been tested in practice and will provide a reference for future international Olympic events.
(Reported on February 5 from Milan (米兰), Italy, by this newspaper)
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Nanjing (南京) February 4th (Reporters Jiang Fang (蒋芳) and Qiu Bingqing (邱冰清)) - Reporters learned from the Memorial Hall of the Victims in the Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders (侵华日军南京大屠杀遇难同胞纪念馆) that the diary of American Deputy Prosecutor Sutton during the Tokyo Trial period was recently discovered, acquired by collector Zou Dehuai (邹德怀) and sent to China. After preliminary identification, the diary is an original and is being disclosed for the first time.
From May 3, 1946, to November 12, 1948, the United States, China, Britain, the Soviet Union, and other 11 countries opened the International Military Tribunal for the Far East in Tokyo, Japan (东京), to try Japanese Class A war criminals of World War II, also known as the Tokyo Trial. American Deputy Prosecutor David Nelson Sutton came to China (中国) with the international prosecution team in 1946, specializing in investigating Japanese war crimes in China, with a focus on collecting evidence related to the Nanjing Massacre (南京大屠杀).
Yang Xiaming (杨夏鸣), an expert at the Research Association for the History of the Nanjing Massacre by the Japanese Invading Army, said that Sutton went to Shanghai (上海), Beiping (北平), Chongqing (重庆), Nanjing (南京) and other places, visited officials, missionaries, medical staff, and survivors of the Nanjing Massacre, and collected a large number of first-hand testimonies, statistics, and photo archives. He was one of the earliest Western judicial personnel in the international prosecution to systematically come into contact with on-site materials from the Nanjing Massacre. Moreover, Sutton also led the collation of evidence of atrocities on the China (中国) battlefield at the International Military Tribunal for the Far East, transforming a large number of testimonies from Chinese and foreign witnesses into court exhibits. He was a key figure in convicting war criminals such as Hideki Tojo (东条英机). Yang Xiaming believes that the value of Sutton's diary lies in its complete recording of key processes such as evidence acquisition, witness selection, and charge collation from a first-person perspective.
Zou Dehuai (邹德怀), the discoverer of the diary, introduced that the complete set of six diaries are Sutton's work notes from 1946 to 1948 when he was performing the Tokyo Trial mission, clearly recording his evidence excavation journey in China, including many details of his on-site investigation of the Nanjing Massacre. For example, visiting the scene of the massacre on the banks of the Yangtze River (长江) where 6,000 people were machine-gunned, consulting data on burial records of charitable organizations, collecting testimonies from survivors such as Wu Changde (伍长德) and Shang Deyi (尚德义), and talking with key Tokyo Trial witnesses Robert Wilson (罗伯特·威尔逊) and Xu Chuanyin (许传音), and the scenes of mobilizing them to testify in court. Zou Dehuai introduced that this batch of archives also includes Sutton's personal belongings, as well as six volumes of "Reports on China," covering the Nanjing Massacre, the Japanese army forcing Chinese people to grow opium, etc.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the opening of the International Military Tribunal for the Far East. Zhou Feng (周峰), curator of the Memorial Hall of the Victims in the Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders (侵华日军南京大屠杀遇难同胞纪念馆), said that the reappearance of valuable historical materials such as Sutton's diary will greatly promote further in-depth research on the history of the Nanjing Massacre and the Tokyo Trial. Next, the memorial hall will conduct systematic and in-depth research on this batch of archives.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Washington, February 5th (新华社华盛顿2月5日电) - According to a report by the American Axios news website on February 5th, the United States and Russia are negotiating to continue adhering to the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty and are close to reaching an agreement.
The report cited sources as saying that the two sides have been negotiating in Abu Dhabi (阿布扎比), the capital of the United Arab Emirates (阿联酋), for the past 24 hours, and the draft agreement still needs the approval of the presidents of both countries.
Russian Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov (佩斯科夫) told the media on February 5th that Russia regrets the expiration of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty. He also said that on the issue of strategic stability, Russia will, **一如既往** (yī rú jì wǎng - "as always," consistently, as in the past), follow its own national interests.
The United States and Russia signed the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty in 2010, which aims to limit the number of nuclear warheads and delivery vehicles deployed by the two countries. The treaty officially came into effect on February 5, 2011, with an original validity period of 10 years, which was later extended to February 5, 2026, through consultation.
Return to TopInner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区)'s market supervision system is deeply cultivating the "physical examination-style supervision and service-oriented law enforcement" model. Starting from the whole-chain closed-loop service of early intervention, good guidance, and strong follow-up, it not only adheres to the bottom line of supervision but also releases development vitality, allowing the organic unity of "letting go and making it活" and "managing well," providing strong support for the high-quality economic and social development of Inner Mongolia (内蒙古).
Empowering with Services to Reduce Compliance Costs for Enterprises
In response to the difficulties faced by many business entities, such as unfamiliarity with policies, unclear procedures, and unclear standards, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区)'s market supervision system regularly carries out activities such as "inviting in to listen to honest advice, going down to solve problems," and accurately connects with needs through government-enterprise symposiums, on-site research, experiential handling, assistance services, and accompanied guidance. A total of 1,144 government-enterprise symposiums have been held, more than 12,600 business entities have been visited, and 2,364 production and operation problems have been solved.
Tongliao Youshengda Dairy Co., Ltd. (通辽市优盛达乳制品有限公司) was once unable to expand its production scale due to a lack of understanding of the approval process and production standards. With the market supervision department's tailor-made support plan and full assistance, the company completed the transformation from a family workshop to a standardized enterprise in only 3 months. Currently, the company's products cover more than 20 varieties, with an annual output value exceeding 60 million yuan. The Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区)'s market supervision system has made every effort to promote the implementation of 15 support policies for the three-year growth plan for small and micro enterprises and individual industrial and commercial households, and has launched convenient services such as platform cluster registration, express cancellation of individual industrial and commercial households, and direct change registration for individual-to-enterprise conversions, facilitating the establishment of paired assistance relationships between 6,065 enterprises and 41,700 individual industrial and commercial households. Today, the number of business entities in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区) has exceeded 3 million, with an enterprise activity rate of 81%, and the internal driving force for development continues to increase. In addition, the "Guidelines for Compliant Operation of Business Entities" are compiled by field, and high-frequency violations are analyzed and judged based on data, point-to-point risk warning reminders are sent, and more than 3,000 compliance guidelines are delivered to the "doorsteps" of business entities through precise training, reducing the risk of violations from the source.
Flexible Empowerment to Increase the Temperature of the Business Environment
While adhering to the bottom line of safety, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区)'s market supervision system always adheres to the principle of "inclusive and prudent, combining leniency and strictness," and promotes a full-process closed-loop service system of pre-event prevention and standardization, mid-event precise supervision, and post-event tracking services, maximizing the development space for business entities and injecting confidence in growth. In response to the development characteristics of new business forms, new scenarios, and small and micro enterprises, the system has sorted out the operating behaviors of 12 key areas and formulated a list of 70 minor violations that will not be subject to administrative penalties, giving room for tolerance and error correction. At the same time, flexible means of pre-event prevention, such as administrative guidance to accurately "diagnose," compliance tips to "warn" in advance, and interview warnings to "remind" with warmth, are used to help business entities find the root causes of problems and improve management systems, standardizing operating behaviors from the source. As of now, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区) has handled a total of 4,493 cases of non-punishment and 6,129 cases of reduced punishment, with a cumulative reduction of fines of 325 million yuan, which not only adheres to the legal red line but also conveys the temperature of management, effectively enhancing the internal driving force for business entities to respect and abide by the law, allowing enterprises to operate with peace of mind and develop with confidence in a relaxed and inclusive environment, and continuously enhancing the sense of legal gain and the confidence in development.
Tracking Empowerment to Strengthen the Confidence of Enterprise Development
In recent years, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区)'s market supervision system has handled a total of more than 400,000 credit repairs, helping enterprises to untie and reshape their credit. It has cooperated with banks to launch "Individual Mengxin Loans (个体蒙信贷)," which has provided credit to 23,000 individual industrial and commercial households with 8 billion yuan, realizing "credit monetization." It has carried out the "Market Supervision Entering Parks and Enterprises Action," established physical service windows for 84 parks, and 5,865 enterprises have solved 1,883 technical problems through value-added services, reducing fees and saving costs by 147 million yuan. Taking quality strengthening enterprises, strengthening chains, and strengthening counties as the starting point, it has promoted the quality linkage improvement of 4 key industrial chains, and constructed a gradient development pattern of small workshops "transforming" and large enterprises "improving quality." This new model of synergistic co-construction and benign interaction between government and enterprises has also gathered a strong joint force for promoting high-quality development.
Doing practical things well means implementing supervision for the people. The Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区)'s market supervision system will continue to deepen the "physical examination-style supervision and service-oriented law enforcement" model, and strive to write a "hardcore" answer sheet for market supervision to escort the high-quality economic and social development.
Data source: Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Market Supervision Bureau (内蒙古自治区市场监管局)
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 邵玉姿 石惟嘉
Walking in Xiong'an, new strength is everywhere—
In the Xiong'an Science and Innovation Center, roadshows bring project implementation one after another;
In the Artificial Intelligence Industrial Park, projects are transformed into products and launched on the market;
On the streets, smart streetlights guard order, digital RMB integrates into life, and hundreds of billions of data converge into a vibrant and growing digital new city;
As China's first city to simultaneously build a digital city and a real city across the entire domain, Xiong'an (雄安) not only has modern buildings, but also a synchronously built digital twin base.
Top-Level Design
Building a Digital Base, Constructing a Twin City
East of Yue Rong Park (悦容公园) and west of the Xiong'an Business Service Center (雄安商务服务中心), a unique building stands here: the arched design of the building body and the reflection of the water in front of the building form an "eye" shape. This is the Xiong'an Urban Computing Center (雄安城市计算中心). As the only permanent data center approved in Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区), it is also poetically called the "Eye of Xiong'an (雄安之眼)".
Walking into the center, opening the electronic display screen, and clicking on a building, each floor and each workstation are presented in three dimensions. "Every time a building is built in the New Area, a digital model that is twinned with it will be formed." Zhao Song (赵松), an engineer at the Xiong'an Urban Computing Center (雄安城市计算中心), introduced that adhering to the new concept of synchronous planning and construction of digital cities and real cities, the New Area is building an autonomous and controllable, safe and reliable full-domain independent innovation system, and building a digital infrastructure base system with full-domain perception, coordinated integration, and co-construction and sharing.
In the Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) Digital Twin Command Center, staff can click the mouse to retrieve the plane and three-dimensional models of the entire 1,770 square kilometers, and data such as underground pipe networks, traffic flow, and environmental quality are updated in real time. As of now, the Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) digital twin core system has gathered more than 10 billion pieces of urban public data.
Today, Xiong'an (雄安) takes the "Government Affairs One Cloud (政务一朵云)" as the core hub, centrally carrying more than 100 government affairs systems in the entire region to achieve data interconnection and business collaboration; with digital infrastructure as a solid skeleton, it has coordinated the laying of more than 500 kilometers of digital roads and more than 130 kilometers of digital pipe corridors, weaving a dense urban perception network. "We have penetrated digital technology and applications into the entire process of planning, construction, management, production and life in Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区), forming a collaborative and efficient urban operation and development system," Zhao Song (赵松) introduced.
Policy Support
Attracting Talent Gathering, Promoting Project Implementation
In a laboratory of the Xiong'an Science and Innovation Center (雄安科创中心), Zhang Te (张特), a 32-year-old doctor in the field of computer science, is tackling a scientific research project related to artificial intelligence. Not long ago, he, who had just joined the Xiong'an Artificial Intelligence Research Institute (雄安人工智能研究院), participated in the first Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) Cross-Talent AI (Artificial Intelligence) Innovation Camp with nearly 40 doctors from various institutions such as the Shanghai Qi Zhi Institute (上海期智研究院), Xuanwu Hospital (宣武医院), and Shenzhen Institute of Technology (深圳理工大学).
In recent years, Xiong'an (雄安) has implemented an open, inclusive, and precise talent policy—the "Xiong Cai Sixteen Articles (雄才十六条)", and at the same time, it provides key support for urgently needed and scarce talents and high-end talents in key industrial fields by formulating classification catalogs, special posts and special salaries, and other methods. "There are both mature digital application scenarios and real money policy support here, which allows me to focus on research and development," Zhang Te (张特) said.
Like Zhang Te (张特), Xiong'an Huaqing Zhiyan Technology Co., Ltd. (雄安华清智言科技有限公司) was also attracted by the vitality of Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区). "After we participated in the 'Xiong Cai Cup (雄才杯)' Innovation and Entrepreneurship Project Roadshow, the staff of Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) took the initiative to connect with us, and the company quickly settled down." Song Xi (宋玺), a staff member of the company, is working with his colleagues to optimize the newly built large-scale model talent training platform. Song Xi (宋玺) is proud that during the course of the first Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) Cross-Talent AI Innovation Camp, the large-scale model talent training platform they developed has been applied to help students improve their AI practical operation capabilities.
With the theme of "Gathering Xiong's Talents and Creating the Future (聚雄才 创未来)", focusing on the three cutting-edge fields of new-generation information technology, biotechnology, and new materials, the "Xiong Cai Cup (雄才杯)" has become an important platform for Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) to attract talents and intelligence and cultivate new quality productive forces. As of now, more than 40 "Xiong Cai Cup (雄才杯)" competitions have attracted more than 110 high-quality projects to register and land.
Not far from the Xiong'an Science and Innovation Center (雄安科创中心), the Artificial Intelligence Comprehensive Training Base is under intense construction. "After the base is completed, it will be oriented to artificial intelligence basic digital technology, 'artificial intelligence + innovative applications', 'artificial intelligence + skills training' and cutting-edge technologies such as low-altitude economy, network security, scientific computing, and quantum computing to create an artificial intelligence industry talent ecology and empowerment platform," said Wang Yuzhu (王玉柱), deputy director of the Xiong'an Science Park Management Committee (雄安科学园管委会).
Scene Application
Facilitating People's Lives, Improving Governance Level
In Anxin County (安新县), "Dianxiang (淀乡)" Zhaobeikou Town (赵北口镇), digital achievements have entered people's lives.
On the big screen, ship Beidou (北斗) monitoring, drone patrol frequency and status, and event handling progress and efficiency are updated in real time. "With digital twins as the core concept, integrating Beidou (北斗) positioning, drone inspection, AI recognition and other technologies, we have created the 'Digital Dianxiang (数字淀乡)' project, which moves all the 'Dian (淀), Tang (塘), Chuan (船), Yuan (院)' of the 13 villages in Zhaobeikou Town (赵北口镇) to the cloud, realizing the leap from 'human defense' to 'intelligent defense' in rural governance." In front of the display screen of the "Digital Dianxiang Spatio-Temporal Integration Platform (数字淀乡时空一体化平台)", Xian Chunhui (羡春辉), deputy director of the Urban Safety and Spatio-Temporal Research Institute of the Xiong'an Guochuang Center (雄安国创中心), introduced to everyone that "Digital Dianxiang (数字淀乡)" is the first digital research and development achievement of Xiong'an Guochuang (雄安国创) to be transformed and applied to real-world scenarios. Its application enables this small town on the edge of the Dian (淀) to dynamically monitor water areas and release emergency warnings in real time, which greatly facilitates the lives of local people and helps the development of cultural tourism and other industries.
"We have signed an agreement with Anxin County (安新县), and some technologies have been promoted and applied throughout the county," Xian Chunhui (羡春辉) said, adding that this model will be promoted to more towns in Xiong'an (雄安) to provide a replicable and referential Xiong'an (雄安) plan for the construction of digital villages across the country.
Not only rural governance, but also the application of digital achievements has been deeply integrated into the urban governance and production and life of this future city. "Facing the future, the New Area will aim to build a new global benchmark for digital cities, continue to deepen the iterative upgrade of the digital base, expand computing power scale, improve data cross-domain sharing efficiency, focus on the layout of future industries such as aerospace information, artificial intelligence, and new materials, expand more smart application scenarios, and allow digital technology to leap from 'empowering cities' to 'leading the future'," Wang Yuzhu (王玉柱) said.
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In the Railway New City (列车新城) residential community near Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区), homeowner Mr. Zhang (张先生) opened his door, and a warm feeling greeted him. "The indoor temperature remains stable at 24 to 26 degrees Celsius year-round, and the PM2.5 concentration stays in the single digits," Mr. Zhang (张先生) said. "This house is like it can 'breathe.'"
How does the house "breathe"? The intelligent control system developed by Aurun Sunda Group (奥润顺达集团) (hereinafter referred to as "Aurun Sunda (奥润顺达)") precisely controls the indoor environment by automatically adjusting equipment operation through real-time monitoring of indoor temperature, humidity, and air quality.
Founded in 1988, Aurun Sunda (奥润顺达) started with energy-saving doors and windows, transformed to deeply cultivate ultra-low-energy buildings and green, intelligent, and healthy buildings, and gradually developed into a provider of healthy human settlement solutions, realizing a leap from component manufacturing to system integration. The Railway New City (列车新城) residential community is a perfect example of the implementation of its "healthy house" product system.
Are the operating costs of green buildings high? Mr. Zhang (张先生) provided a bill: "My house is 130 square meters, and the heating expenses for four months in 2024 were only 1,000 yuan. The intelligent control system also operates year-round, continuously ensuring the quality of the indoor environment."
"This is precisely the embodiment of the ultra-low energy consumption advantages of green, intelligent, and healthy buildings," pointed out Ni Jiangbo (倪江波), President of the China Building Energy Efficiency Association (中国建筑节能协会). By reducing energy loss through high-performance envelope structures, and then combining efficient energy systems with intelligent management platforms to minimize energy demand and maximize supply efficiency, this is of great significance for promoting energy conservation and emission reduction in the construction field and achieving the "dual carbon" goals.
Fan Zhenfa (范振发), R&D General Manager of Aurun Sunda (奥润顺达), introduced that the company's latest "mobile space house" uses high-strength special steel and aviation-grade aluminum profiles to construct a multi-layer composite protection system including waterproof, radiation-proof, airtight, and insulation, which can withstand extreme disasters such as super typhoons and violent earthquakes, and maintain internal stability in extremely cold and hot environments. The "mobile space house" can also provide 24-hour remote medical monitoring and butler services through a big data center, and can be applied to various scenarios such as cultural tourism homestays, elderly care and health, plateau scientific research, and emergency shelter.
"Letting buildings learn to 'breathe' and 'think,' Aurun Sunda (奥润顺达) is a participant in and a firm practitioner of China's construction towards green and intelligent development," said Fan Zhenfa (范振发). In the future, the company will continue to innovate and fulfill the mission and responsibility of enterprises in the new era in the practice of helping to achieve the "dual carbon" goals and serving the development of Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 肖 飞
In a laboratory at the雄安 New Area (雄安新区) Science Park, Zhou Haoran (周浩然), founder of 雄安安影科技有限公司 (雄安安影科技有限公司) (hereinafter referred to as "安影科技 (安影科技)"), is leading his team in debugging a backpack-sized medical device. The device, named "Portable Intracranial Hemorrhage Detection Analyzer," can significantly shorten the treatment time for stroke patients.
Intracranial hemorrhage, as a critical and severe illness, typically relies on large equipment for diagnosis. However, in emergency settings such as ambulances, bedsides, or remote areas, these devices are difficult to deploy widely, often causing patients to miss the golden rescue time. To address this, Zhou Haoran (周浩然) conceived an idea: to develop a detection device that is easy for emergency personnel to carry and helps patients receive timely assistance.
This idea coincided with the concept of Professor Wang Yongjun (王拥军), President of Beijing Tiantan Hospital (北京天坛医院). Since 2024, in the shared laboratory of the 雄安科创中心 (雄安科创中心), they have jointly formed an interdisciplinary team with experts from top domestic and international universities and institutions such as Tsinghua University (清华大学), the University of Science and Technology of China (中国科学技术大学), the Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (上海人工智能实验室), and the University of New South Wales, to carry out technical research. Currently, the device is undergoing further research and clinical testing at Beijing Tiantan Hospital (北京天坛医院).
The rapid implementation of the project and the rapid advancement of research are inseparable from the support of a series of innovation and entrepreneurship policies in the 雄安 New Area (雄安新区). "What we value is the innovative environment of 雄安 (雄安)," said Zhou Haoran (周浩然). After participating in the 2024 "雄才杯 (雄才杯)" Innovation and Entrepreneurship Project Roadshow, the "Portable Intracranial Hemorrhage Detection Analyzer" successfully landed in 雄安 (雄安) in August of that year. The financial support and attentive service have enabled 安影科技 (安影科技) to achieve several technological breakthroughs within a year. "Now we have completed the fully independent research and development and high integration of core components," said Zhou Haoran (周浩然).
The case of 安影科技 (安影科技) confirms the aggregation effect of the "intelligent" manufacturing ecosystem in the 雄安 New Area (雄安新区): relying on the "four-in-one" innovation platform of the Science Park, enterprises can quickly connect with resources from universities such as Tsinghua University (清华大学); leveraging the "雄才计划 (雄才计划)," AI medical imaging experts are introduced to form industry-university-research teams; through the Science and Technology Innovation Bi-Weekly Competition, technical solutions are transformed into products that can be implemented. The 雄安 New Area (雄安新区) Science Park has successfully incubated dozens of local scientific and technological achievements and multiple specialized, refined, and new projects.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 郑 轶
At the Hebei Artificial Intelligence Computing Center, engineers from Shupai (Langfang) Data Technology Co., Ltd. (数派（廊坊）数据科技有限责任公司) (hereinafter referred to as "Shupai Technology") are debugging a pharmaceutical combination analysis and early warning large model. This company, which focuses on the development and application of large models, has launched 16 AI application scenarios covering 14 fields since its establishment in November 2024, and its first-year output value is expected to exceed 10 million yuan.
As Hebei Province's first fully indigenized artificial intelligence computing power facility, the Hebei Artificial Intelligence Computing Center (河北人工智能计算中心) has established contact with more than 900 enterprises and more than 200 universities and research institutions since its launch and operation, and has incubated more than 160 scenario solutions.
Shupai Technology chose to settle in Langfang (廊坊), Hebei (河北), precisely because of its strong intelligent computing power supply and highly competitive cost advantages.
Langfang took the lead in deploying data center construction in 2009, promoting the accelerated implementation of computing power infrastructure. After more than ten years of intensive cultivation, Langfang's computing power industry chain has continued to extend, the quality and efficiency of computing power has continued to improve, and leading enterprises have accelerated their gathering. Invisible computing power is being transformed into more visible real productivity. In the first half of 2025, Langfang's electronic information industry achieved a main business income of 38.08 billion yuan, and the software and information technology service industry achieved a main business income of 17.31 billion yuan, ranking first in the province in terms of scale.
In order to transform computing power advantages into industrial advantages, Langfang has launched a set of policy combinations: issuing documents such as the "Langfang Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence Industry Cluster Development Implementation Plan (2024-2027)", making the development path and goals clearer; investing 10 million yuan in "computing power coupons" every year, attracting a group of start-ups to settle down with technology; and establishing an artificial intelligence industrial park with the Langfang Economic and Technological Development Zone (廊坊经济技术开发区) as the main body to cultivate the industrial ecology. As of now, Langfang has 36 data center projects in operation, with 462,700 standard racks, and the industry presents a significant agglomeration and chain development trend.
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Among a row of neatly arranged server racks, the server indicator lights flicker incessantly... This is the International Information Port Park invested and constructed by Runze Smart Computing Technology Group Co., Ltd. (润泽智算科技集团股份有限公司) (hereinafter referred to as "Runze Technology") located in Langfang, Hebei (河北廊坊). At this moment, massive amounts of data are flowing rapidly here.
In 2009, Runze Technology was registered and established in Langfang Economic and Technological Development Zone (廊坊经济技术开发区). Soon after, the Runze International Information Port project broke ground. In the past few years, relying on first-class facility configuration, a reliable operating environment, and the superior geographical location in the core area of the coordinated development of Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北), it has attracted dozens of units and enterprises to settle in, providing them with large-scale, green, and intelligent advanced computing power services.
In recent years, with the advancement of digital transformation in various industries, the demand for computing power has experienced explosive growth. Runze Technology provides comprehensive computing power support for the training and inference of large artificial intelligence models by building a widely covered, efficient, and energy-saving computing power infrastructure network.
In October 2023, six departments, including the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部), jointly issued the "Action Plan for High-Quality Development of Computing Power Infrastructure," which included promoting green and low-carbon computing power development as one of the six tasks. How can computing power centers achieve low-carbon operation while operating efficiently? Runze Technology keenly captured the development opportunities brought by AI and liquid cooling technology and began to independently develop cold plate liquid cooling technology. In 2023, it took the lead in delivering the industry's first all-liquid-cooled green intelligent computing center, meeting the strict requirements of the national "Eastern Data and Western Computing" (东数西算) project for green data centers. "We actively practice the concept of sustainable development and continue to promote the transformation of the industry towards high-end, intelligent, and green development," said Li Li (李笠), President of Runze Technology.
Not long ago, the "Hebei Provincial Artificial Intelligence Innovation Consortium" (河北省人工智能创新联合体) led by Runze Technology was approved as the first provincial-level innovation consortium in Langfang (廊坊). As the leading unit, Runze Technology will unite upstream and downstream enterprises in the industrial chain, universities and research institutions such as Hebei University of Technology (河北工业大学), efficiently integrate innovation resources, and promote the deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation.
"To build a stable, safe, reliable, and green digital infrastructure service brand, as a leading enterprise, we also need to continuously cultivate more high-level outstanding talents for the industry," said Zhang Xian (张娴), Vice President of Runze Technology.
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Return to TopWhat is poetry? It is the beautiful scenery and heroic sentiments chanted for thousands of years in Tang poetry and Song lyrics, and also the simple and sincere eulogy of life under the pens of laborers. In the new wave of mass literature and art creation, the poem "Three O'Clock in the Afternoon" stands out. It is a record of a moment of maternal love recorded by "delivery poet" Wang Jibing (王计兵) during his busy work, which is real, simple, and moving. Martina Benigni (林明月), an Italian student, was touched by it and used translation as a boat to ferry the poetic meaning to the other shore.
At the end of last year, the "Three O'Clock in the Afternoon" poetry sharing session was held in Rome, Italy. This newspaper interviewed Wang Jibing (王计兵) and Martina Benigni (林明月), taking poetry as the origin, to explore how the arc of poetry touches the hearts of readers in foreign lands with the common human nature of kindness, and uses the most sincere voice of mankind as a bridge to illuminate the vivid dreams of laborers all over the world with the emotional values of today's Chinese people.
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Interviewees:
Wang Jibing (王计兵) (Poet, Delivery Rider)
Martina Benigni (林明月) (Ph.D. Candidate in Asian and African Civilizations, Sapienza University of Rome)
Zhuang Xueya (庄雪雅) (Reporter of this newspaper), Xie Yahong (谢亚宏) (Italian Correspondent of this newspaper)
"Every day from 2 pm to 4 pm is the most idle time for restaurants, and also the most relaxing time for our delivery riders."
Reporter: "Three O'Clock in the Afternoon" is a daily scene in Chinese cities, and it also touches the hearts of Italian readers. Please talk about what touches you most about this poem.
Wang Jibing (王计兵): This poem was written in 2023. Every day from 2 pm to 4 pm is the most idle time for restaurants, and also the most relaxing time for our delivery riders. One day at 3 pm, when I went to Shaxian Snacks (沙县小吃) to pick up a meal, I found the proprietress hugging her child, curled up on the sofa in the corner of the restaurant and asleep.
At that moment, I felt particularly sorry for them: this was a moment of peace they had gained in the midst of their busy lives. So I lightened my steps, even worried about the sound of the takeaway packaging bag. I was very pleased that I didn't wake the mother and daughter. Kindness is human nature. The *Three Character Classic* (《三字经》) begins with "At the beginning of man, his nature is good (人之初，性本善)." Beautiful things in the world are mostly like this. If literary works want to warm readers, the creator's heart must first be warm.
Martina Benigni (林明月): In 2024, I came across this poem by chance in the campus bookstore of Shanghai University (上海大学). Teacher Wang (王老师) captured the deep love between mother and daughter with delicate brushstrokes. The concise, profound, and vibrant images and words deeply touched me. The scene depicted in the poem is universal, it tells of dreams that are still alive in the midst of daily trivialities and bitterness.
With the help of Professor Fu Xuelian (傅雪莲) of the University of Milano-Bicocca (米兰比可卡大学) and the "Eternal Translation Studio," "Three O'Clock in the Afternoon" was published in *International* magazine and met with Italian readers. This poem, born in China, sings the praises of common humanity: the love between parents and children is as beautiful as "one dream holding another dream." It is precisely because of this poetry of everyday life that it can be so touching.
"Their difficulties are also mine, and their joys are also mine."
Reporter: In your personal reading history, what kind of power do "ordinary people" and "laborers" possess?
Wang Jibing (王计兵): I think of *How the Steel Was Tempered*, the protagonist Pavel Korchagin (保尔·柯察金) is an ordinary person. In the fiery era, it once made us excited. In our country, there are many such works, such as Lu Yao's (路遥) *Ordinary World* (《平凡的世界》) and *Life* (《人生》). The life in the works, whether it is the struggle of the Sun Shaoan (孙少安) and Sun Shaoping (孙少平) brothers, or the experience of Gao Jialin (高加林), an educated youth in northern Shaanxi, leaving the land and returning to the land, is a kind of guidance for a person who likes to write.
Since becoming a delivery rider in 2019, I have ridden more than 150,000 kilometers, which is roughly equivalent to circling the earth 4 times. In the process of constantly chasing time, I also wrote poems like "Running Blue": "What is bluer than the sky is the sea / What is bluer than the sea is the flame / Pieces of pure blue overalls / Pass through the night from the day / Strike a group of blue flames on the scales of life..."
Martina Benigni (林明月): In the history of world literature, laborers are written about with great emphasis. In 20th-century Italian literature alone, Luigi Pirandello's Belluca, the accountant who is always busy in "The Whistle of the Train," and Giovanni Verga's Rosso Malpelo, the red-haired boy who desperately wields a shovel in the mine and whose face is always covered with sand, are classic images of laborers. In contemporary Chinese poetry, "migrant worker poetry" touches me the most. The collection of works *Her Mud, Her Light* focuses on female laborers of this era. These single mothers and female construction workers find a way to express themselves in literature and make their voices heard. Literature gives them dignity and a sense of value.
I come from a poor background and am particularly sensitive to these situations. I also have a younger brother who delivers takeaways, and I empathize with his hard work. The lives of laborers are closely related to us: their difficulties are also mine, and their joys are also mine. I hope their stories have more and more listeners, so as to build a better and more humane society. In this society, work is a ladder to personal achievement and freedom.
"Poetry is a piece of candy in my life."
Reporter: What is poetry to you? Do we still need poetry today?
Wang Jibing (王计兵): Poetry is a piece of candy in my life. I started writing in 1988, writing novels and essays, just liking writing itself, liking literature. But I have always focused on life, and writing is subordinate to life. First, live a good life in reality, and then use literature to assist life. Later, I was fortunate enough to encounter poetry. When I encounter unsatisfactory things, such as unpleasant delivery experiences, I will use poetry to quickly adjust my emotions. "Drive the wind out of the air / Drive the knife out of the wind / Drive the fire out of the bones / Drive the water out of the fire..." The process of writing poetry is also a process of reconciliation.
China is a country of poetry. The true feelings in poetry are always the most touching. From ancient times to the present, poems have provided us with the courage to live. As long as we are willing, we can make life better. I believe that literature is also a kind of life, and I believe in the power of literature.
Martina Benigni (林明月): Poetry is a bridge. In the social function of "Xing, Guan, Qun, Yuan (兴观群怨)" in traditional Chinese poetry, "Qun (群)" means encounter, dialogue, and harmony in diversity. Poetry truly connects us, no matter what kind of life we live or what kind of language we speak. The most beautiful encounter in my life was born because of poetry. Whenever I think of the poetry activities I participated in in China, what comes to my mind is always the bustling crowd: different people gathered together, enthusiastically reciting, discussing, and feeling. This love deeply touches me and proves that China is indeed a country of poetry.
Now, we need poetry more than ever, its bridging power, and its wonderful "useless" essence. Italian poet Eugenio Montale said in his Nobel Prize acceptance speech: "I stand here because I have created poetry, an absolutely useless product, but almost never harmful, and that is one of its noble titles." This reminds me of Zhuangzi's "the usefulness of uselessness (无用之用)." Poetry has no material purpose, but it is the most sincere voice of mankind, and therefore indispensable.
"After reading my poem, he also wrote his own poem."
Reporter: As the author and translator, what do you think of each other?
Wang Jibing (王计兵): Dr. Martina Benigni (林明月) helped me realize my wish. As an ordinary Chinese folk writer, I have a sense of national pride in my heart, and I hope that my works can influence more people, especially be passed on to foreign countries, and express the emotional values of our Chinese people.
Our first meeting was in Suzhou (苏州). That day, I rode my electric bike from Kunshan (昆山) to Suzhou (苏州). It started to rain on the way, soaking my disposable raincoat. Dr. Lin (林博士) came from afar, I should have treated her, but she did the honors. I originally thought we would go for coffee, but we ended up drinking tea. From a cup of tea, I read Dr. Lin's (林博士) love for Chinese culture and respect for me, a Chinese friend.
Some time later, Dr. Lin (林博士) came to my home in Kunshan (昆山) again. We talked about the Italian version of "Three O'Clock in the Afternoon." Dr. Lin (林博士) told me that she had a younger brother who was also a delivery rider. I learned that after reading my poem, he also wrote his own poem. When we parted, we saw tears in each other's eyes. This farewell is a long way off, and this wave feels particularly weighty.
Martina Benigni (林明月): Teacher Wang (王老师) is a very kind person, just like his poems. From the first time we met, I remember his bright, smiling eyes, like a child's, and his hands, which have been weathered and worked hard all his life. Now, he uses these hands to create poetry, bringing beauty to readers.
Before returning to Italy, I walked into Teacher Wang's (王老师) home and met his wife and daughter. In other words, I had the honor of entering the poet's most private world. I also remember that he turned on the air conditioner early to drive away the heat, let me browse the books and magazines on the bookshelf at will, and play with his kitten. Teacher Wang (王老师) gave me a copy of his new collection of poems, and the inscription written on the title page still moves me: "I don't shine, the world illuminates me, I always meet good people." This sentence interprets the power of poetry, it gives us the opportunity to meet those beautiful people.
"Ordinary people, or laborers, are the most beautiful contemporary China I have seen."
Reporter: "Three O'Clock in the Afternoon" and other poems write about the vivid, real, simple, and beautiful daily life of contemporary China. In your eyes, what moments of contemporary China are worth seeing?
Wang Jibing (王计兵): I like to capture moments that move me from life. When writing the poetry collection *Flying Low*, I consciously contacted the delivery rider group, and there were too many stories that moved me. For example, I met a doctoral delivery rider who didn't want to spend all his time looking for a job, so he chose to deliver takeaways while looking for a job. Later, he found a satisfactory job in Shanghai (上海), and gave me the takeaway box when he left. This made me particularly pleased. Such a hardworking young man is our hope for the future.
I also received an order for a cup of milk tea with no delivery address. The customer left a message saying to contact them by phone after picking up the meal. On the phone, the customer told me: "Brother, this cup of milk tea is for you. It's too hot, have a cup of milk tea and take a break." This is a kindness from the bottom of my heart, which is refreshing. These beauties hidden behind life are the most abundant seeds in the hearts of Chinese people. With such seeds, why worry about not having spring?
Martina Benigni (林明月): Ordinary people, or laborers, are the most beautiful contemporary China I have seen. Their figures can be seen everywhere: sweeping the fallen leaves on the streets, pushing shopping carts down escalators, cleaning dormitories and teaching buildings... They work diligently and contribute as much as they can. Without their patient and tireless construction, the skyscrapers of Lujiazui (陆家嘴) would not exist. Behind everything we see, hear, and have, there is the hard work of countless laborers.
They are often unknown, but from every laborer, we can dig out a story of the individual and the collective. They deserve to be seen and praised. How wonderful it would be if we could tell more of these people's stories, especially through their own voices. Just like Teacher Wang (王老师), using his own experience to illuminate a world.
Three O'Clock in the Afternoon
She fell asleep
The child in her arms
Also fell asleep
In the afternoon
In the Shaxian Snacks (沙县小吃) shop
On the sofa near the corner of the wall
The young proprietress
And her child
One dream holding another dream
In the dream
I tiptoe away
The takeaway on the table
Like a thief
Stealing from their dreams
That part of hard work
By: 金美玲
Located south of Moscow, Tula (Тула), the capital of the Tula Oblast (Тульская область) of Russia, is not only an important weapons manufacturing base, but also famous for its samovars and gingerbread. Steel and tenderness are simultaneously engraved into the texture of this city. Tula is better known for a quiet manor in the suburbs—the Tolstoy Estate (Толстой Усадьба), also known as "Yasnaya Polyana (Ясная Поляна)," meaning "bright glade," where Tolstoy lived for nearly sixty years. I had the honor of strolling through it with scholars from various countries while attending the "Leo Tolstoy and World Literature" international symposium, touching the vast and profound spiritual homeland of the literary master.
Entering the manor, the first thing that catches the eye is the sparkling pond. The pond water gently sways, and time seems to freeze. Looking up again, an avenue lined with white birches on both sides stretches from the water's edge all the way to the deep green distance, paving a corridor for tourists to reach the depths of literature. In his youth, Tolstoy also yearned for a larger world, experiencing gunfire in the Caucasus and Sevastopol (Севастополь), and rising to fame in the literary circles of St. Petersburg (Санкт-Петербург) and Moscow (Москва). However, he eventually returned to his hometown and returned to the pastoral life of Yasnaya Polyana (Ясная Поляна). In this quiet place away from the hustle and bustle of the world, he created masterpieces such as "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina."
The layout of the white two-story building in the manor is the same as when the writer was alive. The indoor collection of books is extremely rich, like a small library. Paper and pen are laid out on the desk, as if the owner is walking in the woods and will come back at any time to gently awaken the unfinished "Anna." In the bedroom, a simple little bed hangs with his favorite traditional Russian peasant long shirt.
The manor is not only Tolstoy's spiritual comfort, but also witnessed his exploration, struggle, and ideological transformation, his condemnation of aristocratic life and his pursuit of a simple life. In his later years, Yasnaya Polyana (Ясная Поляна) always received letters from all over the world. He received all kinds of visitors, whether they were journalists, pianists, scholars, students, farmers, or Cossacks, who wrote to him or asked for advice in person, hoping to get ideological guidance. This count, who grew up using silver cutlery and in French and German private schools, knew the hypocrisy and chronic diseases of his class. In his later years, he wore traditional peasant long shirts to cultivate land and mend shoes, criticizing social darkness and calling on people to be kind. Until he turned against his family, he ran away from home on a cold winter night and passed away in a small station.
The master has passed away, but the manor remains the same. Walking along the tree-lined road, the scrolls on both sides unfold one by one: the garden and the shade are dependent on each other, the pond and the breeze whisper, the apple orchard is full of fruit fragrance, and the greenhouse is like spring all year round. Next to the open stable, a strong brown horse is grazing with its head down, and two white geese are leisurely pacing by. Such beautiful scenery was also written by Tolstoy into the hometown of Prince Andrei in "War and Peace," Bald Hills (Лысые Горы).
The "Kozlov Zaseka (Козлова Засека)" railway station, not far from the manor, has an indissoluble bond with Tolstoy. In the 1860s, the railway station was opened with the construction of the Moscow-Kursk Railway (Московско-Курская железная дорога). During his lifetime, the writer liked to travel by train or ride a horse here to send and receive mail. Repin (Репин), Shishkin (Шишкин), Strakhov (Страхов) and other guests of the manor had disembarked here and went to Yasnaya Polyana (Ясная Поляна).
The exterior and interior of the still-operating station have maintained their appearance from more than a hundred years ago. Inside the station, an old clock is forever stuck at 6:30 in the morning. At this moment on November 9, 1910, according to the Russian calendar, a train from Astapovo (Астапово) transported Tolstoy's coffin here, and people from all directions crowded the platform and both sides of the railway. People carried the coffin and sent the writer on his last journey, with farmers holding large white linen banners at the front. In accordance with his will, Tolstoy was buried on the edge of a ravine in the manor's forest, surrounded by greenery, without any tombstones or decorations, integrated with nature.
In his childhood, Tolstoy's eldest brother told him a "secret": a green stick was buried in the old forest of the canyon, with the words "the secret to save all people from any disaster" written on it. Tolstoy spent his whole life constantly searching for the "green stick" that could bring happiness to mankind. Today, tourists from all over the world still flock to Tula (Тула) to visit the manor where the writer lived, let the soles of their shoes be stained with the soil of Yasnaya Polyana (Ясная Поляна), and let their breath pass over the simple tomb, as if this could put human conscience back into their hearts and bring it back to the still-beating life thousands of miles away.
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The sound of music, zheng zheng, pierced the silence. The Ruan Xian, a traditional Chinese instrument with a history of over 2,000 years, flowed with intense emotion under the plucking of the performer. Then the sound gradually slowed down, each note extending fully, with a long and lingering charm, like the deep night sky. Suddenly, the sound of a violin blended in, as smooth as velvet, the melody gentle and winding, like light flowing clouds. The tunes intertwined and harmonized, creating a vast and open atmosphere as if in the wilderness. At the 2026 New Year Friendship Concert held by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (中国人民对外友好协会), a duet of Ruan Xian and violin, "Sky High, Clouds Light" (天高云淡), captivated the audience.
The concert unfolded in the form of a "Dialogue between Chinese and Western Guqin," specially inviting Chinese Ruan Xian musician Feng Mantian (冯满天) and young musician Tang Yun (唐韵) to perform, allowing the Ruan Xian to resonate on the same stage with the Italian Stradivarius 1667 "Jenkins" violin. The Jiaxing Tide Philharmonic Orchestra (嘉兴大潮爱乐乐团) quartet also brought classic Chinese and foreign pieces, playing a harmonious sound of Eastern and Western cultural exchange for about 200 guests from 54 countries.
The Ruan Xian is the only instrument named after a person, originating from Ruan Xian (阮咸), one of the "Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove" (竹林七贤). During the Wei and Jin Dynasties, it gradually became favored by literati, and it flourished especially in the Tang Dynasty. Its body is round, presenting a "holding the moon in one's arms" (揽月入怀) posture when played, decorated with mother-of-pearl lacquer paintings, with exquisite craftsmanship, and the sound of the instrument is full, long, and rich in connotation.
This characteristic is vividly displayed in "Four Seasons Poetry": the music incorporates four performance styles, spring is vibrant and expansive, summer is pleasant and bright, autumn wind is bleak and desolate, and winter snow is vast and stern, with both the implicit and profound of light plucking and slow twisting, and the majestic and powerful of generous and sonorous. The chanting of four poems and songs, "Quiet Night Thought" (静夜思), "Small Pond" (小池), "Sky Pure Sand: Autumn Thoughts" (天净沙·秋思), and "River Snow" (江雪), brings the scenery of the four seasons into the music, highlighting the infectiousness of the integration of poetry and music, and the harmony of sound and picture, naturally connecting the aesthetic conception of traditional Chinese culture with modern musical expression, forming an emotional resonance that transcends time and space.
"The performers integrate poetry into the musical performance, adding musical forms such as rock and jazz, which not only showcases the charm of Chinese traditional music, but also makes the audience from other countries feel more familiar, reflecting the characteristic of music communicating with the soul," said Han Cancai (韩灿才), the Thai Ambassador to China, who listened to the performance on site.
The star instrument "Jenkins" violin on site also has a history of hundreds of years - its maker, Antonio Stradivari (安东尼奥·斯特拉迪瓦里), was a famous Italian violin maker in the 17th century. In 1667, Stradivari established a workshop in Cremona (克雷莫纳), and this violin was one of the earliest instruments made there. The body of the violin adopts the traditional small-size model commonly used by the Amati (阿玛蒂) school of violin makers in the mid-17th century, with a length of 34.8 cm, and the back panel also follows the tradition - using a single piece of radial-cut wood, with vivid and wide grain, and occasional color spots and knot marks.
"In order to meet the needs of performing in large concert halls at that time, this violin pursues volume. Although the body is narrower, the tone is more mellow, which is different from Stradivari's works in the middle and late periods, which combine strength and delicacy," introduced Zhang Jinchun (张金春), viola player of the Central Opera House Symphony Orchestra (中央歌剧院交响乐团). As a result, the audience heard that the "Sonata No. 1 in G Minor for Solo Violin" was solemn, clear and structural; "Home! Sweet Home!" was plaintive, setting off the sadness of leaving home; "Summertime" was cheerful and jumping, with rapid repetitions at high notes, full of power.
"Although the forms of Chinese and Western music performances are different, many concepts are common. The blank space in Chinese classical music can also find similar timeless expressions in Western music, building a bridge for the beauty of the two musical forms to coexist," said Tang Yun (唐韵). The simplicity of the Ruan Xian and the gentleness of the violin allowed the guests to feel the charm of the integration of Chinese and Western cultures. "The harmony of Chinese and Western instruments on the same stage is a reflection of the spirit of mutual respect and harmony in diversity," said Carlos Miguel Pereira Hernández (白诗德), the Cuban Ambassador to China.
At the end of the concert, the lively and cheerful "Spring Festival Overture" pushed the atmosphere to a climax. "This is the most enthusiastic live atmosphere I have ever experienced in my performing career," said Tara (塔拉), a Kazakh cellist from the Jiaxing Tide Philharmonic Orchestra (嘉兴大潮爱乐乐团). He graduated with a master's degree from the Shanghai Conservatory of Music (上海音乐学院) and has now joined a Chinese orchestra. As the music faded, the lingering sound lingered. The Ruan Xian and the violin complemented each other, writing a new chapter. This is the most touching aspect of cultural exchange: recognizing each other in dialogue and seeing a broader world in resonance.
(Intern Ju Mengqi (鞠孟奇) also contributed to this article)
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At the beginning of spring, all things recover. This solar term is not only an important node for agricultural civilization to observe nature and arrange production, but also embodies the philosophical wisdom of "harmony between man and nature" and "continuous life" in Chinese culture. In other countries around the world, people also welcome the arrival of spring in different ways, continuing the ancient rhythm of being in sync with nature and breathing with the land.
In Southeast Asia, which is deeply influenced by agricultural culture, the Beginning of Spring embodies the expectation of a prosperous year and the encouragement of farming. In Thailand, "spring" begins with the plow falling to the ground. Through the "Royal Ploughing Ceremony," people pray to heaven and earth for favorable weather and a good harvest.
The Royal Ploughing Ceremony takes place at the beginning of the rainy season in May. Its history can be traced back to the Sukhothai and Ayutthaya periods and has continued for hundreds of years. The specific date of the festival each year is comprehensively selected by the Thai royal family's relevant institutions based on the Siamese lunisolar calendar, climatic conditions, and other factors. In 2026, it is scheduled for May 13. On the day of the festival, the Royal Field (Sanam Luang) in Bangkok (曼谷), Thailand (泰国) usually holds a grand Royal Ploughing Ceremony.
In the early morning, a high-ranking official appointed by the King as the Lord of the Ploughing, dressed in traditional costumes, enters the Royal Field (Sanam Luang) amidst ceremonial music and chanting. Subsequently, two solemnly decorated sacred oxen are led into the field. The Lord of the Ploughing holds a wooden plow and symbolically plows the field three times, after which attendants sow rice seeds. After a brief divination ceremony, the sacred oxen choose from the crops and drinks placed before them, such as rice, corn, beans, sesame, water, and wine, and the Lord of the Ploughing interprets the year's fortune based on this. At the 2025 Royal Ploughing Ceremony, the sacred oxen chose water, grass, and wine, symbolizing abundant water sources, predicting a good harvest, and prosperous trade.
After the ceremony, the public can enter the field to pick up and harvest the blessed rice seeds. This festival ceremony, which connects the country, the land, and time, links agriculture, power, and the rhythms of nature through royal etiquette, land symbolism, and divination narratives, giving people hope and confidence at the beginning of the rainy season.
Whenever spring comes, Egypt is immersed in the fragrance of "Sham el-Nessim" (闻风节), celebrating the arrival of warmth, the revival of life, and the beginning of farming.
Sham el-Nessim (闻风节) originated in the Pharaonic era and is the turning point in the ancient Egyptian solar calendar when day and night are equal in length, yin and yang are balanced, and light gradually increases. This festival is rooted in a deep agricultural civilization, capturing the climatic changes brought about by the sun's movement, and is the beginning of growth and hope in the year.
Sham el-Nessim (闻风节) also has a set of traditional rituals full of symbolism: in ancient Egypt, people would offer sacrifices to the Nile River and the gods on this day, praying for abundance. They would also eat salted fish, symbolizing vitality, colored eggs, symbolizing resurrection, and raw onions, symbolizing health, to express their good expectations.
As time goes by, the meaning of this festival has gradually expanded, becoming a national outdoor festival of "smelling the breeze." Ancient Egyptian civilization believed that the breeze blowing on this day had healing power. On the day of the festival, families spread blankets on lawns, riverbanks, or parks, bathing in the warm sunshine and breeze of early spring, and enjoying the breath of spring.
When the seasons quietly shift in the Southern Hemisphere, and the breeze blows across the Andes Mountains, the earth's breathing begins to become warm and moist, and flowers bloom in an instant, as if the life force accumulated deep within the earth is seeking an outlet for its eruption. This scene of all things competing to flourish is like the most ardent and sincere golden age of life.
In Peruvian culture, spring has a long history of symbolism. Since pre-Spanish times, local indigenous people have regarded spring as a time to thank nature and look forward to a good harvest. The people of Peru firmly believe that youth is the "first season" of life, full of unfulfilled dreams and boundless passion. Therefore, as time goes by, the change of seasons is closely tied to the spring of life, and "Spring Day" gradually merges with "Youth Day," representing both the changes in nature and the Peruvian society's emphasis on and encouragement of the younger generation.
On this day, the entire Peru (秘鲁) transforms into a flowing stage. Various places organize "Spring Day Parades," carefully building a "youth show" for every young person. In the streets and alleys, young people put on colorful costumes, gather together, and give each other flowers. The high-spirited and cheerful music vibrates in the air, and the energetic dance jumps in the sunlight, which is the "spring language" of young people. They step to the beat, using light and firm steps to spread the good news of "spring is coming" to every street and alley.
Where spring arrives, vitality abounds. Although climates vary from place to place and calendars differ, the welcoming of spring, the praise of life, and the anticipation of harvest are common and simple emotions of mankind. In one sowing, blessing, and celebration after another, we witness not only the cycle of nature, but also the echo of civilization and time.
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By: 朱 隽
The 2026 No. 1 Central Document has arrived as scheduled. This eye-catching document has focused on "agriculture, rural areas, and farmers" for the fourteenth time since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China.
Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary, emphasized when chairing the first collective study session of the Politburo of the Central Committee in the opening year of the "15th Five-Year Plan" that a new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation is accelerating, cutting-edge technologies are constantly emerging, leading and supporting the rapid rise of future industries.
As one of the oldest and most traditional industries, facing the tide of "the future is here," what should the future of agriculture look like?
The answer can be found in the top-level design of the No. 1 Central Document. In these 14 No. 1 Central Documents, the concept of "science and technology," although expressed differently each time, has always been placed in a prominent position. The 2013 document proposed accelerating the construction of modern agriculture with information technology; the 2018 document emphasized vigorously developing digital agriculture; and the 2023 document specifically deployed strengthening agricultural science and technology and equipment support. In 2025, "developing new quality productive forces in agriculture in accordance with local conditions" was written into the No. 1 Central Document for the first time. This year, based on this statement, a new expression was added: "promoting the integration of artificial intelligence and agricultural development, and expanding application scenarios such as drones, the Internet of Things, and robots."
It is worth noting that accompanying these documents is the year-by-year increase in the contribution rate of agricultural science and technology progress in China, and the overall level of agricultural science and technology innovation has entered the world's first echelon. In 2012, the contribution rate of agricultural science and technology progress in China was 54.5%. By 2025, this figure had exceeded 64%. At the same time, the comprehensive mechanization rate of crop cultivation, planting, and harvesting, which reflects the level of modern agricultural equipment support, also increased from 57% in 2012 to 76.7% in 2025.
The changes in data are confirmed by the vitality pulsating in the fields.
"No need for oxen to plow, no need to follow the drill to plant, no need to use a shovel to water, no need to enter the field to spray pesticides, no need to bring a sickle to harvest wheat, no need for a threshing ground to dry wheat, no need to be busy selling wheat"... The dreams of the villagers have become a reality. Smart agriculture, characterized by big data and AI algorithms, is profoundly changing the current agricultural production. Today's harvest is no longer the old narrative of "reaping based on the weather," but has "evolved" into a new pastoral symphony jointly composed of technology and craftsmanship.
The degree of technological breakthrough largely determines the speed, breadth, and depth of industrial development. This is true for future industries, and it is also true for basic industries such as agriculture.
When agriculture is no longer a traditional single industry, but has developed into a comprehensive industry that carries economic, ecological, social, and strategic functions, accelerating the promotion of agricultural modernization by developing new quality productive forces in agriculture, and allowing more technological breakthroughs to be "used for agriculture," so that the "key variable" of technological innovation can be accelerated into the "maximum increment" of high-quality agricultural development, this will not only reshape the production logic of agriculture and enhance the development resilience and stability of agriculture, but also relate to the future of agriculture.
Today is the starting point of the future, and today's efforts will also lay the foundation for the future.
In the past week, multiple provinces and cities have intensively voiced their opinions on the deep integration of science and technology and agriculture: Beijing (北京)'s 2025 rural revitalization "report card" highlights the first automatic cruise hybrid pollination breeding robot "Jier (吉儿)" and the first "Qiji (奇稷)" large model in the agricultural field with tens of millions of knowledge resources; Shandong (山东) proposed building a wheat artificial intelligence breeding platform and cultivating 100 smart agriculture scenarios in 2026; Jiangsu (江苏) stated that it will focus on core areas such as smart agriculture to promote technological innovation and industrial innovation; Heilongjiang (黑龙江) made it clear that it will build and use the national "Artificial Intelligence +" agricultural field pilot base...
A new beginning for agriculture. As time moves to 2026, China's agriculture is showing a rapidly changing appearance. Standing at a new starting point and looking at the future of agriculture, we still need greater imagination to see what changes the continuous progress of science and technology will bring to agriculture. The future of agriculture may already be in the near future.
By: 本报记者 徐元锋
"Orchards flourish beneath the Helan Mountains (贺兰山)." This line of Tang Dynasty poetry from over 1100 years ago has become a tangible reality today, thanks to a single grapevine.
Driving along National Highway 110 (110国道) through Ningxia (宁夏), signs for wineries and vast vineyards frequently come into view. The eastern foothills of the Helan Mountains (贺兰山东麓) stretch for nearly 200 kilometers, encompassing 606,000 mu of wine grape vineyards, with an annual bottling capacity of 140 million bottles of wine, accounting for nearly 50% of the total domestic winery wine production.
This region shares the latitude of 37 to 39 degrees north with several world-renowned wine grape producing areas. In recent years, it has won over 60% of the national total of awards in international wine competitions, and its products are exported to more than 40 countries and regions, presenting the world with a "purple business card" of "turning sandy beaches into golden beaches."
Adapting to local conditions, it is "a God-given good industry."
The Helan Mountains (贺兰山) bring a biting wind. Milky white factory buildings stand tall, and neat rows of vineyard trellises are erected. The Fulu Winery (富麓酒庄), which began construction in 2025 with an investment of 30 million yuan, has broken ground. The investor in the winery is Lilan Winery (立兰酒庄), located in Yuanlong Village (原隆村), Minning Town (闽宁镇), Yongning County (永宁县), Yinchuan City (银川市). With wine sales struggling, why are they still daring to expand production? Kang Hao (康灏), the head of Fulu Winery (富麓酒庄), said bluntly: "We are optimistic about the future!"
In 1984, Ningxia (宁夏) produced its first bottle of dry red wine, and since then, the wine industry has been exploring its way forward. Lilan Winery (立兰酒庄) landed in Minning Town (闽宁镇) in 2011, taking its name to mean "based in the Helan Mountains (贺兰山)," just in time for the peak of investment in the Ningxia (宁夏) wine industry. The following year, the autonomous region specially enacted regulations for the protection of the production area. "Since then, successive Party committees and governments have regarded the wine industry as a characteristic and advantageous industry to focus on, and have never wavered," said Li Jun (李军), director of the Ningxia Helan Mountain Eastern Foothills Wine Industry Park Management Committee (宁夏贺兰山东麓葡萄酒产业园区管委会).
Liu Li (刘莉), the production workshop director of Lilan Winery (立兰酒庄), was originally an immigrant relocated from Xihai Gu (西海固) and grew up working odd jobs at the winery. In fact, the development of the Ningxia (宁夏) wine industry coincides with 40 years of immigrant relocation. The planting base covers about 1/3 of the immigrant population in the region, driving employment for over 120,000 people annually and generating labor income of over 1.2 billion yuan, becoming a wealth-generating industry for immigrants from Xihai Gu (西海固). 400,000 mu of the base has been transformed from Gobi desert, and the "wine corridor" has built a green ecological barrier. "Grapes also do not compete with grain for land and are more efficient in water conservation, making it a God-given good industry," said Li Jun (李军).
To date, Ningxia (宁夏) wines have won more than 1,300 international awards and have been presented as national gifts on many occasions. Most of the international friends who come to Ningxia (宁夏) every year come because of wine. Li Jun (李军) said with a smile that wine is changing the outside world's impression of Ningxia (宁夏) as "having a weak sense of existence, being remote and unsophisticated," and making Ningxia (宁夏) "more fashionable."
The production area of wine grapes on the eastern foothills of the Helan Mountains (贺兰山东麓) accounts for about 40% of China's total, with more than 130 wineries, mainly small and medium-sized wineries with an annual output of tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of bottles. The investment entities of the wineries are diverse, including overseas returnees, cultural figures, and private entrepreneurs. More than 80% have a bachelor's degree or above, and there is no shortage of doctoral and master's degree holders as planters and winemakers. Behind the "fashionable" appearance is a wealth of talent.
Xige Winery (西鸽酒庄) has more than 30,000 mu of vineyards, and its products are exported to more than 10 countries and regions. Sales revenue is expected to increase by 10% in 2025. Zhang Yanzhi (张言志), head of Xige Winery (西鸽酒庄), introduced that the Helan Mountain Eastern Foothills (贺兰山东麓) production area, in addition to its superior terroir, is also located within a one- or two-hour drive radius of Yinchuan (银川), coupled with the solid policy support of the autonomous region, it can be said to have the right timing, geographical advantages, and harmonious human relations. He said: "The 'winery wine' approach is flexible and diverse, corresponding to diversified and personalized consumer demand, and contains unlimited possibilities for industrial integration."
Cultivating meticulously, making "delicious" the first impression.
In the silent Northwest, the sensors in the Great Wall Tianfu Winery (长城天赋酒庄) vineyard are working busily, and data such as ground temperature, soil moisture, wind direction, and humidity are continuously transmitted back to the background. These data have been accumulated for many years and are connected to the digital platform of the Helan Mountain Eastern Foothills (贺兰山东麓) production area. The nearly 70 million data points accumulated in the entire production area can not only warn of frost but also analyze diseases and insect pests. "Good wine is grown," said Du Zhenjiang (都振江), the head of the winery. "From planting to brewing, every link is meticulously cultivated."
Li Jun (李军) introduced that the eastern foothills of the Helan Mountains (贺兰山东麓) have sufficient sunshine, moderate temperature difference between day and night, and little rainfall but are irrigated by the Yellow River, creating a style of "full-bodied, fragrant, harmonious sugar and acid, and sweet and balanced." Zhang Yanzhi (张言志) bluntly said that in order to let more consumers understand Ningxia (宁夏) wine, it should be more professional and convenient, making "delicious" the first impression.
The vineyards under the Helan Mountains (贺兰山) were originally Gobi beaches formed by alluvial fans over millions of years. To grow grapes well, it is necessary to start by transforming the soil. The Fulu Winery (富麓酒庄) base started planting grapes in 2020. First, soil testing was done, and then four or five hundred truckloads of large stones were pulled out from nearly a thousand mu of vineyards, and then sheep manure and other materials were purchased to improve the soil year by year. In order to ensure the quality of wine grapes, Lilan Winery (立兰酒庄) has always insisted on not purchasing a single grape from outside, and its own vineyards have been organically certified. Du Zhenjiang (都振江) told reporters: "Through drip irrigation and water-fertilizer control, the grapes are allowed to 'grow in a moderate way,' with the yield per mu controlled at four or five hundred kilograms. There is also a lot to learn about growing good grapes, such as leaf curtain height and harvesting time."
Oriental Yuxing Winery (东方裕兴酒庄) in Hongsipu District (红寺堡区), Wuzhong City (吴忠市), is a small winery that has won many international awards. Wu Xiuyong (吴秀勇), the chief winemaker, was named Decanter's "Newcomer of the Year" in 2025. In the fermentation workshop, Wu Xiuyong (吴秀勇) introduced that the more than 20 stainless steel fermentation tanks look the same, but the fermentation process inside is different, which is both exploring the best process and corresponding to the diverse preferences of consumers. "Every pressing season, the winemaker sleeps the least, and must stay by the fermentation tank to constantly observe and taste," said Wu Xiuyong (吴秀勇).
In order to make wine more attractive, the winery operators under the Helan Mountains (贺兰山) have used all their skills.
Xige Winery (西鸽酒庄) launched can packaging, and is committed to creating a "big single product" with a price of more than 100 yuan, making wine closer to the consumption scenarios of women, young people, and leisure outdoors. Li Xueren (李学仁), the operator of Lisi Winery (利思酒庄), found that a semi-sweet white wine from the winery is very popular in the market and is now sold out. In order to pursue wine products with a wider range of adaptability, he innovated the product line and tried blended styles.
Ningxia Minyao Ji Brand Management Co., Ltd. (宁夏民谣集品牌管理有限公司) has more than 230 barbecue taverns, spread across more than 200 cities in China, selling 20,000 Ningxia Tan sheep (宁夏滩羊) every year. Liu Peilin (刘沛霖), chairman of the company, said: "We are exploring the integrated business of 'wine + folk songs + catering', integrating Ningxia (宁夏) wine into the consumption scene, local wine with local flavor, and will also cooperate with wineries to create an outdoor folk song performance base, creating a new cultural tourism scene that can be listened to and tasted."
Sustainable development, making persistent efforts to shape brands and expand markets.
Good wine must also be sold well. Market marketing is related to the life and death of wineries and is also a pain point in the current wine industry. Chinese wine is at an inflection point from "scale growth" to "value enhancement." Quality upgrade, cultural empowerment, and integrated innovation are the "must-kill skills."
How to develop sustainably in the competition? Li Jun (李军) believes that brand building requires persistent efforts, overcoming impetuous psychology, and accumulating steadily. The Ningxia Helan Mountain Eastern Foothills Wine Industry Park Management Committee (宁夏贺兰山东麓葡萄酒产业园区管委会) has returned to the "origin" of laying the foundation and is brewing a new round of industry support measures.
In terms of market development, organize e-commerce training, introduce logistics support policies, and alleviate transportation cost pressure; in terms of product optimization, encourage the development of non-alcoholic (low-alcohol) wine, rosé wine, sparkling wine, small bottles, and canned products, and cooperate with Northwest Agriculture and Forestry University (西北农林科技大学), China Agricultural University (中国农业大学) and other universities to deeply cultivate local yeast research and development and new product research and development, build shared workshops, and reduce equipment investment for small wineries; in terms of talent training, local universities strengthen the construction of related majors, and "Saishang Craftsman" (塞上工匠) selection, skills competitions and other measures are taken simultaneously.
"There is specific support for the transformation of low-quality vineyards, good varieties, good technologies, and good methods," said Li Jun (李军), who will start from the construction of wine grape bases, brand cultivation and market marketing, industrial science and technology innovation, improving public services in the production area, and promoting foreign cooperation and exchanges, to comprehensively ensure the development of the industry.
Faced with new technologies and new trends, many wineries in Ningxia (宁夏) have unanimously chosen e-commerce live broadcasting. Ma Jie (马杰), the head of Helan Red Winery (贺兰红酒庄), is in his early 30s and has been engaged in sales since graduation. He said that the winery has formed an e-commerce live broadcast team in recent years, and the proportion of online sales has increased from 10% to 20%, "live broadcasting for more than 10 hours a day." Zuo Xinhui (左新会), the operator of Lilan Winery (立兰酒庄), personally went into battle, appearing on camera to talk about entrepreneurial stories and business philosophy, constantly exploring and continuously gaining fans. In 2025, Ningxia (宁夏) wine sales on JD.com (京东) increased by 7% year-on-year, on Taobao (淘宝) increased by more than 10%, and on Douyin (抖音) increased by 97%.
Practitioners generally believe that the integration of agriculture, culture, and tourism is a huge potential and future development direction of the Ningxia (宁夏) wine industry. The nearly 200-kilometer "wine corridor," the scattered personalized wineries, and the rich and fashionable cultural experience will be the most attractive unique resources for Ningxia (宁夏) to build an international tourism destination. However, as an operator, Zhang Yanzhi (张言志) does not agree with wineries blindly launching tourism projects. He said: "There is a specialization in skills, it is not an industry that can do everything, but different industries 'co-organize a table'."
At the beginning of 2026, the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region (宁夏回族自治区) Party Committee (党委) specially studied the high-quality development of the wine industry. Li Yifei (李邑飞), the Party Secretary (党委书记), held a discussion with winery operators, entrepreneurs, and experts, encouraging everyone to take on the mission of leading Chinese wine to **当惊世界殊** (dāng jīng shì jiè shū - "should astonish the world," to amaze the world with one's achievements). Zhang Yanzhi (张言志), who participated in the discussion, told reporters: "Confidence is the most valuable thing. Persisting in long-termism to shape brands and expand markets, the industry will usher in spring."
Although the weather is cold under the Helan Mountains (贺兰山), the momentum of wine culture and tourism integration is hot. In the Pigeon Mountain Wine Culture and Tourism Town (鸽子山葡萄酒文旅小镇) in Qingtongxia City (青铜峡市), Wuzhong City (吴忠市), nearly 700 million yuan of investment from all walks of life has made the tourism town ready to emerge; in Xixia District (西夏区), Yinchuan City (银川市), the main project of the Helan Mountain (贺兰山) accommodation hotel with wine culture as its core has been completed. In time, Chinese wine will **当惊世界殊** (dāng jīng shì jiè shū - "should astonish the world," to amaze the world with one's achievements), and the vineyards grown on the Gobi desert are brewing "purple dreams" and accumulating new strength...
Return to TopBy: 高 炳 高映雪
"We've been waiting for you, Secretary Liu!"
At noon in winter, the dining hall of the Happiness Courtyard in Hejialou Village (和家楼村), Chengcheng County (澄城县), Weinan City (渭南市), Shaanxi Province (陕西省), is filled with the aroma of food and a warm atmosphere. As soon as Liu Sijun (刘四军), the first secretary stationed in the village, entered, he was enthusiastically pulled to the table by the elderly, chatting and eating.
"I've lived in the village my whole life, and I've never encountered such a good thing. I eat ready-made meals every day, delicious and delightful, liao za lie (嘹咋咧) (Shaanxi dialect: fantastic)!" Han Chengxi (韩成喜), 73, gave a thumbs up, repeatedly exclaiming.
Such a heartwarming scene was unimaginable a year ago. At that time, in Hejialou Village (和家楼村), the elderly over 60 accounted for half of the population, making it difficult for them to go out and eat properly, and even getting a hot meal was a problem.
How can "elderly care" be transformed from a vision into reality? The story begins with the village's "Sunshine Savings Book."
At the end of 2023, Chengcheng County (澄城县) was selected as one of the first national pilot counties for rural energy revolution, and Hejialou Village's (和家楼村) abundant sunshine resources were revitalized. The "photovoltaic + elderly care" model emerged: generating electricity on the panels, earning money online, and using the income mainly for free meals and other elderly care services for the elderly.
The dining hall was built, and the project was up and running. How to make the sunshine income continue to warm people's hearts?
In July 2025, Liu Sijun (刘四军), selected by China Datang Corporation (中国大唐集团有限公司), took over the baton as the first secretary stationed in Hejialou Village (和家楼村) and shouldered this important task.
Liu Sijun (刘四军) actively signed up to devote himself to the countryside. When talking about his original intention, he said sincerely: "I grew up in the countryside and have seen the hardships of the villagers. I always wanted to do something practical for the village." For him, this was an opportunity to fulfill a dream.
Soon after taking office, during door-to-door visits, Liu Sijun (刘四军) deeply realized that starting a business is not easy, and maintaining it is even more difficult.
Han Cao (韩曹), an elderly man with physical disabilities, held his hand tightly, his eyes full of anticipation: "Secretary Liu (刘书记), this dining hall is really great! But I'm not old enough yet, when will I be able to enjoy this blessing?"
He Lianchen (和连趁), an elderly party member, even confided in him privately: "If the income is not enough to sustain it, I am willing to add some, I am just afraid that this hot meal will not last for a few days."
"Will the photovoltaic panels break? What if they break and no one repairs them?" "How exactly is the income distributed?" Discussions in the village were also endless.
Liu Sijun (刘四军) heard these words and kept them in his heart.
The work of being stationed in the village is the work of the people. "We need to know what the villagers need and what we are good at. Combining these, things can be done and done for a long time."
With heavy expectations, Liu Sijun (刘四军) plunged into the village.
He visited elderly people living alone and empty-nesters door-to-door, and also convened a meeting of village representatives to explain the ins and outs of the photovoltaic income clearly: the income goes entirely into a dedicated collective account, mainly for free meals for the elderly, and the rest is used for public welfare positions, cultural activities, and village maintenance.
It is not enough to clarify the accounts; this "sunshine income" must be stable.
Starting with small changes, if the photovoltaic supports are a little loose, contact the construction team to reinforce them; if there are safety hazards in the design, coordinate with technicians to rectify them, and solve every problem that may affect the continuation of the project in its infancy.
Planning for the long term, actively promote the second phase of the photovoltaic project, thinking about expanding the scale and steadily increasing income; actively connect with higher-level departments to strive for policy support, and gradually expand the coverage of elderly care services to respond to more expectations.
Elderly care services are more than just three meals a day.
In the Happiness Courtyard, in addition to free meals, the village also organizes monthly free haircuts and increasingly rich cultural activities. The elderly have found a sense of "home" here, with more smiles and more energy.
He Lianchen (和连趁), who once worried that the dining hall would not last long, is now a volunteer promoter: "In the past, it took more than ten miles to get a haircut or buy some vegetables. Now it's convenient, safe, and free!"
The "Sunshine Savings Book" is getting thicker and thicker. As of the end of 2025, the photovoltaic project had generated more than 156,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity, generating an income of more than 55,000 yuan.
The former "empty shell village" has now been transformed into a demonstration village of the "Ten Million Project" in Shaanxi Province (陕西省). The beam of "light" that illuminates hope and transmits warmth is becoming more and more intense and long-lasting.
Walking in the village, Liu Sijun (刘四军) always likes to run to the fields and the dining hall courtyard. Seeing the smiles on the faces of the villagers, he feels at ease and energetic.
"What the villagers want is actually very simple, a hot meal and a sense of security." Liu Sijun (刘四军) often says that he is the one who has taken over the baton, and his steps cannot stop.
"In 2026, we will build a 1-megawatt collective photovoltaic project, which is expected to increase the village's collective income by 150,000 yuan per year. At that time, we can do more practical things for the village." He hopes to let this beam of "light" warm more people.
As the sun sets, the afterglow of the photovoltaic panels and the lights of the dining hall reflect each other. The light shines on the roofs and into people's hearts.
Return to TopThe *Qiushi* magazine published on February 1st published an important article by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), "Staying on the Path of Financial Development with Chinese Characteristics and Building a Strong Financial Nation." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "China's finance must adhere to its fundamental duty of serving the real economy, promote high-quality development, and must never deviate from the real economy to engage in speculative activities."
The real economy is the foundation of finance, and finance is the lifeblood of the real economy. Serving the real economy is the natural duty of finance. In recent years, the financial system has adhered to serving the real economy as its fundamental purpose, and has continued to focus on the "five major tasks" of finance. China is at the forefront of the world in green finance, inclusive finance, and digital finance. This edition invites practitioners in the financial industry, business leaders, and relevant experts to discuss how to follow the path of financial development with Chinese characteristics and better serve the real economy with high-quality financial development.
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Lou Feipeng (娄飞鹏), Researcher at China Postal Savings Bank (中国邮政储蓄银行)
Providing High-Quality Financial Services for the Real Economy
Finance must adhere to its fundamental duty of serving the real economy, focusing on the implementation of major national strategies and policies, the diversified financial needs of enterprises, and the needs of the people for a better life. It should deepen the structural reform of the financial supply side and provide high-quality financial services for the real economy.
First, it is necessary to serve the implementation of major national strategies and policies. Finance has the function of allocating capital resources, which can guide the flow of funds and promote the more effective implementation of major national strategies and policies. Recently, in terms of fiscal policy, relevant departments have increased and optimized loan interest subsidies and implemented special guarantee plans for private investment. In terms of monetary policy, interest rates on structural monetary policy tools have been reduced. The financial industry should take active initiatives to achieve synergistic effects between fiscal and monetary policies.
Second, it is necessary to serve the diversified financial needs of enterprises. In terms of financing methods, it is necessary to innovate financial instruments and comprehensively use debt and equity financing methods to meet the capital needs of enterprises, especially long-term capital needs. In terms of financing entities, finance should increase financial support for private enterprises and small and micro enterprises. In terms of service models, finance should simplify approval processes, achieve online and intelligent services, and improve service efficiency.
Third, it is necessary to serve the needs of the people for a better life. Financial work must adhere to the people's position. Financial services need to cover a wider range of people and meet the daily needs of the public. Financial resources need to be tilted towards the people's livelihood, focusing on key areas such as housing, education, medical care, and elderly care, optimizing credit services, and reducing financing costs. At the same time, it is necessary to protect the rights and interests of financial consumers and safeguard the "money bags" of the people.
Finance and the real economy are interdependent and mutually prosperous. Only by integrating financial development into the overall situation of high-quality economic and social development can the high-quality development of finance itself be achieved. Focusing on the strategic needs of high-quality development during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, the financial industry must adhere to the path of financial development with Chinese characteristics, promote the financial culture with Chinese characteristics, further strengthen support for major strategies, key areas, and weak links, do a good job in the "five major tasks" of finance, enhance the adaptability of finance and the economy, and smooth the virtuous cycle of the economy and finance. The financial industry must enhance its awareness of potential dangers, do a good job in risk prevention and control, and firmly hold the bottom line of preventing systemic risks.
(Reported and compiled by Ge Mengchao (葛孟超), reporter of this newspaper)
Lin Jinjian (林金建), Vice President of Fujian Saixian New Materials Co., Ltd. (福建赛纤新材料有限公司)
Financial "Timely Rain" Helps Enterprises Transform
For me, the happiest thing in 2025 is that we built a recycled fiber production line that can turn waste plastic bottles and old clothes "into treasures." Don't underestimate this production line, it is a key step for the company to move towards green and intelligent manufacturing. Today, in our workshop, waste plastic bottles and discarded clothes are precisely sorted, crushed, cleaned, and melt-spun, and finally become rolls of recycled yarn with soft luster and excellent texture.
As a business leader, I was once troubled by how to develop. Resource scarcity and environmental pollution are common problems facing the world today, especially for the chemical fiber industry, which is highly dependent on oil resources. Companies must transform in order to survive and develop. After continuous exploration and experimentation, we chose to move closer to green and technology. By adhering to research and development, we have the "magic weapon" to "turn waste into treasure" - recycled polyester textile technology, which means we can no longer be so dependent on petroleum products.
However, every step of technology transformation requires funding, and it is impossible to take steps without sufficient "real money." The Export-Import Bank of China (进出口银行) promptly noticed our predicament and provided precise and strong financial support at the critical moment when we were promoting the annual production of 50,000 tons of recycled fiber production line. Last year, the bank also injected capital into the group's new 50,000-ton recycled functional fiber production line project and the annual 50,000-ton recycled differentiated fiber project through new policy financial instruments. Financial assistance is like a "timely rain," which not only solves the funding problem for project construction, but also strengthens our confidence in deeply cultivating the green and intelligent manufacturing industry.
At present, the company has a completely independent intellectual property rights of recycled polyester filament process, the technology has reached the international leading level, and has accumulated more than 1,100 national patent applications. Our high-quality, functional, and differentiated green fibers have been widely used in footwear, apparel, home textiles, home furnishings, automobiles and other fields.
Currently, green and low-carbon has become a global consensus. We have laid out plans early and reshaped the industrial path from "a waste plastic bottle" to "a good piece of cloth," and our competitiveness in domestic and foreign markets has been significantly improved. The strong support of financial institutions has given us more confidence to promote green process transformation, low-carbon product research and development, and international market expansion. I believe that through the "technology + finance" dual-wheel drive, more companies will write a green chapter full of resilience and hope on the global picture of sustainable development.
(Reported and compiled by Wang Guan (王观), reporter of this newspaper)
Zheng Nanlei (郑南磊), Director of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (深交所) Research Institute
Jointly Promote the Formation of Innovation Capital
Serving the real economy is the natural duty of finance, and the capital market has unique advantages in promoting the formation of innovation capital and stimulating the vitality of innovation entities. Innovation enterprises have to go through multiple stages of development, including start-up, growth, and maturity. Serving innovation is a relay race. The Shenzhen Stock Exchange (深交所) focuses on leveraging the functional role of financial infrastructure, making full use of digital intelligence, and continuously building a full-chain service system of "from IP to IPO to high-quality development after listing."
Creativity and intellectual property rights are the starting point of innovation. We are building a technology achievement and intellectual property rights trading center to promote technology docking with capital. As of the end of 2025, we have gathered more than 10,000 projects of various types. Connecting venture capital (VC) and private equity investment (PE) is an important step in the growth of innovative and entrepreneurial enterprises. We have built the "Ke Rong Tong" platform to facilitate early-stage and growth-stage enterprises to connect with VC and PE through online and offline roadshows and other activities. Currently, it covers 30,000 enterprises, more than 9,000 investment institutions, and more than 20,000 professional investors. Enterprise listing requires scientific and professional standardization and cultivation services. We have built "Pei Yu Tong" and "Bao Fu Tong" to promote more than 30,000 enterprises to enter the listing reserve library and serve more than 7,000 enterprises for counseling and filing. Listing is a new starting point for the high-quality development of enterprises. We continue to promote listed companies to make full use of capital market tools.
We deeply realize that only when the majority of investors continue to share the dividends of enterprise innovation and development can innovation receive more and more capital support. To this end, we enrich product supply, continuously improve liquidity mechanisms, risk hedging mechanisms, and capital circulation mechanisms, and promote listed companies to improve the level of return to investors. During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, the number of Shenzhen Stock Exchange (深交所) ETF (exchange-traded fund) products increased from 111 to 584, the scale increased from 0.19 trillion yuan to 1.79 trillion yuan, and the number of investors increased from 1.46 million to 5.44 million.
At present, a new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation is accelerating breakthroughs, innovation is erupting in multiple points, penetrating each other, and intersecting and integrating. The replacement of old and new "technology-economic" paradigms is advancing, and the intensity of competition is significantly enhanced. Behind the innovation competition is the competition for the efficiency of innovation capital formation. The Shenzhen Stock Exchange (深交所) will highlight the characteristics of inclusive innovation, take cultivating high-quality listed companies as the main line, take enhancing market resilience as a breakthrough point, take institutional construction as a grasp, take high-quality supervision as a support, and take technological intelligence as a guarantee, to provide earlier, faster, more flexible, and more inclusive financing and service support, and better promote technological innovation and the development of new quality productive forces.
(Reported and compiled by Zhao Zhanhui (赵展慧), reporter of this newspaper)
Ma Lu (马璐), President of the Yulin High-tech Industrial Park Branch of China Construction Bank (建设银行陕西榆林高新技术产业园区支行)
Moving Financial Counters to the People's Side
Our branch is located in Yulin City (榆林市), the northernmost part of Shaanxi Province (陕西省), which is uniquely endowed with resources. The Balasu Coal Mine (巴拉素煤矿) served by the branch is more than 50 kilometers away from the city. Due to the remote work location and the fact that the workers' rest time coincides with the business hours of bank outlets, many workers want to apply for credit cards for daily consumption, open mobile banking online payment functions, etc., but "running to the outlets to handle business" has become a problem. After learning about this situation, we quickly formed the "Zhang Fuqing (张富清) Financial Service Team" and opened the "Mobile Financial Service Station" to the mining area to provide them with one-stop services such as face-to-face consumer finance consultation and renovation loan acceptance during the workers' commuting intervals.
During the service process, the story of miner Wang Yongqiang (王永强) was impressive. As a front-line practitioner in the mining area, Wang Yongqiang spends a lot of time commuting every day, which is not only easy to be tired on the road, but also reduces the time spent with his family. "I just want to buy a car so that I can go home for dinner earlier at night." After learning about this situation, the service team acted quickly and formulated several car purchase plans suitable for him in combination with the national personal consumer loan interest subsidy policy. In less than 3 days, a loan for car purchase consumption was approved, and Wang Yongqiang successfully used 115,000 yuan, and the car purchase plan was finally realized.
After learning that Wang Yongqiang had successfully applied for a consumer loan, some miners also came to consult on financial business and apply for credit support. As of now, the branch has cumulatively handled tens of millions of yuan of consumer credit for the miners of the Balasu Coal Mine (巴拉素煤矿), and has provided financial interest subsidy services for personal consumer loans to more than 200 miners.
Financial services for the real economy focus on action. Financial institutions cannot stick to outlets and must take the initiative to move financial counters to the people's side. Today, the "Zhang Fuqing (张富清) Financial Service Team" of China Construction Bank (建设银行) has become a bright spot in the northern Shaanxi mining area, and the "Mobile Financial Service Station" model has been gradually promoted to 5 surrounding mining areas, providing warm and thoughtful convenient services for more than 10,000 miners, helping them to better plan and manage personal consumption.
In the new year, policies such as the reduction of interest rates on structural monetary policy tools have been introduced. I and my team partners are all working hard - we must adhere to the origin of financial services for the real economy, focus on the needs of economic and social development, and continue to go to more distant mining areas to help more people.
(Reported and compiled by Wu Qiuyu (吴秋余), reporter of this newspaper)
Long Quan (龙泉), Member of the Party Committee of Ping An Group (平安集团) and Chairman of Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance (平安产险)
Consolidating the "Safety Net" for People's Livelihood Security and the Real Economy
On January 27, in the "Silver Economy Reality Laboratory" in Shanghai Pudong New Area (上海浦东新区), inspection robots are monitoring the safety of the elderly in real time... New products and new services are entering new application scenarios, and the whole life cycle liability insurance for elderly care robots customized by Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance (平安产险) is playing an important role.
Future industries such as embodied intelligence have long cultivation cycles and high market risks. Providing risk protection for research and development, pilot testing and other links is the meaning of the insurance industry in doing a good job in the major article on science and technology finance. In recent years, Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance (平安产险) has increased the innovation of science and technology insurance products such as research and development expense loss, and has launched "firsts" and implemented "first orders" in many fields.
Doing a good job as an "accelerator" for technological innovation is a microcosm of the insurance industry's better role as an economic shock absorber and social stabilizer. From improving home-based elderly care conditions and optimizing community elderly care services to supporting small and micro enterprises and serving flexible employment groups... Economic and social development cannot be separated from professional and powerful risk management services. The insurance industry itself is also accelerating reform and innovation to provide high-quality services for economic and social development.
Standing at the new starting point of the opening year of the "15th Five-Year Plan," Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance (平安产险), relying on the "comprehensive finance + medical care and elderly care" advantages of Ping An Group (平安集团), will focus on major strategies, key areas, and weak links, and continue to expand the coverage of security.
Small and micro enterprises all over the world are the "capillaries" of economic operation. The company will continue to expand the coverage of security for small and micro enterprises, lower the security threshold, and build a solid backing for the stable operation of small and micro enterprises. At the same time, focusing on the revitalization of rural characteristic industries, optimizing the industrial assistance model, running through the entire chain of pre-production, mid-production and post-production, and further strengthening multi-dimensional assistance such as talent cultivation, financial support, and risk reduction.
Helping to implement the national strategy of actively responding to population aging. We put medical care and elderly care in a prominent position in the company's strategy and further build an elderly care financial ecology. As of September 2025, Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance (平安产险) has underwritten long-term care insurance projects in 47 districts and counties in 10 provinces, serving more than 45 million insured people. We will further leverage our professional advantages to provide stronger protection for the elderly in their later years. At the same time, we will better integrate nursing service resources to provide diversified and personalized service options for home-based elderly care groups.
(Reported and compiled by Qu Xinming (屈信明), reporter of this newspaper)
Return to TopBy: 曲哲涵
Using structural monetary policy tools to reduce the cost of financing for the real economy, improving the guarantee system to solve the financing difficulties of small and micro enterprises, upgrading consumer financial policies to stimulate the vitality of domestic demand... Since the beginning of the year, financial policies have been continuously "updated," interlocked, and precisely anchored to the two-way efforts of the supply side and the consumer side, which not only helps operating entities to overcome difficulties and empower them, stabilizes employment positions, but also effectively enhances residents' consumption capacity and broadens income channels, so that financial living water can accurately irrigate the people's livelihood field.
Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary, emphasized, "Adhere to a people-centered value orientation" and "Adhere to taking financial services to the real economy as the fundamental purpose." Financial services to the real economy are ultimately aimed at improving people's well-being. Adhering to finance for the people can abandon the short-sighted thinking of seeking quick success and instant benefits, so that financial innovation can always anchor the direction of serving the real economy and seek development in a stable and far-reaching manner; by deeply cultivating the fertile soil of the real economy, finance can better balance functionality and profitability, adhere to the principle of taking profit with righteousness, and allow financial development to continuously nurture people's livelihood dividends.
At present, the financial industry should better practice the purpose of serving the real economy, and also start from the word "for the people" to find topics, determine directions, and plan measures.
We must continue to deeply cultivate inclusive finance, help expand the strategy of expanding domestic demand, and smooth the economic cycle—
Wherever the needs of the people are, the financial industry must take root there. On an apple industry chain in Yan'an (延安), Shaanxi (陕西), from seedling cultivation, orchard management, warehousing and processing to market circulation and brand promotion, there is financial "nourishment" everywhere: innovative seedling loans, warehouse receipt pledge loans and other products, supporting agricultural insurance, futures hedging tools... Bank presidents go into fruit farmers' homes to ask about their needs, and plan product and service innovation in orchards. Finance revolves around industrial needs and becomes a solid support for the old revolutionary base area's people to become rich.
In the future, to deepen the development of inclusive finance, we must continue to promote financial institutions to sink their service focus, use digital technology to reduce costs and expand coverage, and effectively solve the problems of "difficult and expensive financing" for small and micro enterprises and farmers. At the same time, in response to the needs of key people's livelihood fields such as medical care, elderly care, and education, we must develop financial products with moderate thresholds, clear terms, and strong adaptability to help people manage risks, stabilize expectations, and dare to consume. In addition, we must also better play the role of finance as the "bloodline," and through innovative consumer credit, installment payment and other tools, while supporting upgrading needs such as smart homes and cultural tourism, transmit market signals to the production side and promote the formation of a virtuous cycle of "demand driving supply and supply creating demand."
We must upgrade and empower industrial transformation with technological finance and green finance, base ourselves on the development of new quality productive forces, and consolidate the material foundation for improving people's livelihood—
When Hunan Lingtian Technology Co., Ltd. (湖南凌天科技有限公司) encountered a funding bottleneck in its cooperation with universities to carry out technical research, the knowledge value credit loan mechanism for technology-based enterprises promoted by Xiangtan City (湘潭市) played a key role. The company did not need collateral, and obtained a pure credit loan of 5 million yuan within 3 working days. Technical patents became the "hard currency" for financing.
Helping the vigorous development of new quality productive forces will create more high-quality development opportunities for more people, and also create more inclusive people's livelihood benefits for all the people. To this end, the financial industry must also accelerate the optimization of operation and management mechanisms: quantify the innovation capabilities of enterprises, accurately support the research and development and capacity upgrades of high-tech enterprises; accelerate the innovation of models such as "project pre-loan," link policy tools to reduce the cost of green manufacturing projects, and promote the low-carbon transformation of industries; provide suitable services for enterprises in different stages of development, improve the due diligence exemption mechanism, and enhance the initiative and effectiveness of financial support.
In the face of the "Artificial Intelligence +" wave, financial services must also take into account both investing in "technology" and "investing in people." While supporting innovation and entrepreneurship, with more refined interest rate pricing and customized services, we should focus on supporting the real economy enterprises that absorb employment and make outstanding tax contributions, so that the "gains" of technology and capital can be better transformed into people's livelihood dividends, and achieve the same frequency resonance between industrial development and people's livelihood well-being.
We must strengthen regulatory guidance, safeguard people's wealth, and promote social equity—
Information asymmetry generally exists in the financial market, and some financial institutions or market participants often use their advantages in information, technology, and capital to harm the legitimate rights and interests of financial consumers and investors. Recently, policies such as the "Measures for the Suitability Management of Financial Institutions' Products" have been implemented successively, providing a solid institutional guarantee for safeguarding people's wealth and regulating the financial market. In the future, we must continue to strengthen institutional norms and regulatory guidance, consolidate the responsibilities of financial institutions, severely crack down on illegal and irregular activities, and effectively improve the level of protection of financial consumers' rights and interests; guide financial institutions to balance commercial interests and social responsibilities, reasonably reduce fees, and truly benefit the people; and use taxation, financial subsidies, etc. to encourage financial institutions to launch inclusive wealth products for low- and middle-income groups and steadily increase property income.
When finance is active, the economy is active; when finance is stable, the economy is stable. The foundation of financial activity and stability lies in "serving the people." Only by always adhering to the people-centered development thought, profoundly grasping the people-oriented nature of financial work, taking serving the real economy and improving people's livelihood and well-being as the starting point and foothold of all financial activities, and continuously optimizing the financial supply structure and improving the effectiveness of financial services, can China's financial system truly become a powerful engine for promoting high-quality development and creating a high-quality life, and contribute solid and warm financial strength to comprehensively promoting the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation with Chinese-style modernization.
Return to TopBy: 金 波
Recently, I often suddenly think that I am already 90 years old, and I often lament how quickly time passes. I remember when I was 80 years old, I published a book called "Lighting Up the Little Orange Lamp – Jin Bo's (金波) Message to Young Readers at 80." Now I am about to publish another book, "Lighting Up the Sky Full of Stars – Jin Bo's (金波) Message to Young Readers at 90." Ten years have passed too quickly, so quickly that it makes me feel uneasy. I think it may be because I have done less work in the past few years, had less contact with the outside world, and had fewer interesting things in my retirement life, so time seems to have passed quickly.
However, when I think about it again, that's not right, the new retirement life still has new experiences! My new life experiences are:
First, I am living a very leisurely life;
Second, I am living a life of loving to think.
Let's talk about how leisurely I am living first.
I have been retired for many years and have also moved into a nursing home. Before moving in, I made some preparations, brought the books I wanted to read, brought an insect net, and brought a katydid cage. Leisurely means living a peaceful and nourishing life. Friends know my preferences, some send orchids, some send daffodils; some send turtles, some send small fish. Once you start raising them, you are very busy. Because I am facing life, I have more responsibility. Take raising turtles for example, I found that they love to eat snails, so I go to catch snails whenever it rains. Later, the residents who lived in the nursing home with me all helped me catch snails. Since I raised turtles, I don't eat braised turtle anymore. I am very attentive to raising daffodils in winter. When there is a sunny day, no wind, and sunshine, I always move the daffodils outdoors, freezing them in the sun, so that the leaves will not grow wildly. When the Spring Festival arrives, the daffodils bloom just right, and I still move them outdoors and place them on a high platform for everyone to admire. Some people take pictures and post them online, attracting many people to admire the flowers. I also collected morning glory seeds and planted them in flower pots in winter, and morning glories bloomed all winter. During that time, I took pictures and sent them to friends. I felt the pride of showing off. Especially raising winter katydids, when they chirp during the day, the whole neighborhood can hear them. At night, if they don't chirp, I can't sleep.
I raised flowers, plants, turtles, and katydids, and developed feelings for them. With feelings, I have thoughts. Thinking of these lives, living freely and comfortably. I connected my life with their lives, and my own life seemed to have increased in value. Here I want to add a sentence: my little turtle lived for 6 years and died. Its shell has become a small collectible of mine.
Speaking of small object collections, this is also a rich part of my leisurely life. I have collected inkstones. When I was learning to write as a child, I envied people using inkstones to drip water and grind ink. Learning to write was accompanied by elegant play, as if I was living a noble childhood life again. I also collected a piece of "tree-embracing stone." That is a collection I can't get enough of. When I think of hundreds of years ago, a tree root embracing several large and small stones growing together, you in me, me in you; hundreds of years later, being collected by me, what I am collecting is overcoming hardship, is being steadfast, and my heart is filled with strength and filled with emotion. If this is a leisurely life, this kind of leisure allows me to enjoy the beauty and at the same time stimulates my thinking.
Let's talk about my thinking.
I always feel that this leisurely life of mine has brought me back to my childhood. Returning to childhood is not just the revival of memories, nor is it just nostalgia, not simply remembering childhood stories. I feel that returning to childhood is re-experiencing, re-cognizing, and re-discovering childhood. Physical childhood may not be able to be restored, but psychological childhood will continue to be discovered, thought about, and enriched. I am exploring childhood and discovering childhood. My thinking about childhood is the continuation of life and the cognition of human nature.
I am using "old age" to nurture "childhood." I have been engaged in children's literature creation for nearly 70 years, and my feelings and understanding of childhood have gradually become clearer and deeper. This makes my life constantly enriched and becomes more interesting. I have even thought that if a person maintains thinking about childhood throughout their life, they will definitely gain a sense of freshness in life. Every day of childhood is new. The world of childhood is always showing new beauty, making you happy and surprising you.
Among the elderly people around me, I am recognized as a happy person. My happiness comes from interacting with children. My interaction with children gives my life another color. This color is bright and open, and I think of blue: the color of the clear sky, the color of the sea. People praise us: you people engaged in children's literature creation are all people with special abilities. I think this so-called special ability is probably "affinity with children"! A lifelong sense of closeness to each other.
Just take the three children I talked about in "Children's Gifts": a kindergarten child who almost put three or four small cookies into my mouth, a little boy who opened a sandwich cookie in front of me and let me take it myself, and a fifth or sixth grade girl who gave me food and let me take it home to eat. Three children who gave me food, the food was different, and the way they gave it was different. I suddenly became very interested in this. I am thinking that the emotions they express are all sincere, but they used pure, simple, and thoughtful ways respectively.
Let me tell another story. I also met a little baby, probably a child in the senior class of kindergarten, she saw me, called me "Grandpa" and ran over. A few days later, in the yard, she saw me again. Our distance was only five or six steps away, she called "Grandpa" again and ran over. This time I noticed that when she saw me, no matter how close the distance was, she always ran over to see me. I was very touched. Because the way she ran over told me that she was surprised, unexpected, and lucky to see me. (But, I am very ashamed, I can't even remember when we met.) I also want to talk about another question that makes me think. Once, an adult asked the children: what is love? The children gave various answers, and one of the children answered: "When you call my name, I feel very safe." I was shocked by this answer, how concise, how firm, and how rich in connotation! I have been thinking about this child's answer.
As I enter the age of 90, I have expressed many new feelings and insights. Whether it is leisure or thinking, it is all expressed around childhood. From then on, I realized that when our age is no longer childhood, childhood has never left us. We have a 20-year-old childhood, a 40-year-old childhood, a 60-year-old childhood, and an 80-year-old childhood. Now, I have a 90-year-old childhood. I have been "nurturing" my childhood.
I have always believed that childhood is the age of my soul.
Return to TopBy: 毕飞宇
"Yin Hui Feng" (引回风), these three characters are not commonly seen; they come from Li Jingze (李敬泽). "Hui Feng (回风) moves and rises from the earth," "Hui Feng" comes from the earth, and also from "Nineteen Old Poems (古诗十九首)," or rather, from Li Jingze's childhood. In 2025, Jingze made a decision to "bring back" the distant, self-spiraling "Hui Feng," and thus came the book "Yin Hui Feng."
——Li Jingze has released a new book again. The new bottle contains old wine, a selected collection of essays from the past few decades. "Selected collection," do I not know what that is? It's extracting 'a' from "A," 'b' from "B," 'c' from "C," and then publishing a book called "abc." Most people do it this way, and so do I. So, after receiving "Yin Hui Feng," I didn't open it. -- I've already read it all.
Actually, I haven't read it. For me, "Yin Hui Feng" is a new book, although the earliest chapters were written as far back as 1994.
Jingze was born on January 11, 1964, and I was born on January 19, 1964. In the year I turned 19, I was admitted to the Chinese Department of Yangzhou Normal College (扬州师范学院). Almost the moment I walked into Yangzhou Normal College, I started writing poetry. I like poetry, but looking back, do I have the desire to change my destiny through my writing? Yes, I do. Jingze entered Peking University (北大) at the age of 16. Did this ambitious young man long to change his destiny? I guess not.
In the blink of an eye, we are 30 years old. At 30, I have already achieved some success. Jingze, in his own words, has been "drifting" all along. When he finally stopped "drifting" and started doing literary criticism, he read a large amount of Chinese contemporary literature endlessly, which of course included me, as well as a large group of new novelists of my age. Jingze finally picked up his pen with only one goal: to cheer for others, to speak for others. Jingze is happy for every achievement we have made. To be honest, as Jingze's contemporaries, which of our generation of writers has not received Li Jingze's comments, and who has not been driven to 醉里挑灯 (zuì lǐ tiāo dēng - "picking up the lamp in drunkenness," studying or working late into the night, often implying diligence or anxiety) and 抓耳挠腮 (zhuā ěr náo sāi - "scratching ears and cheeks," to be anxious or at a loss) because of Li Jingze's comments? Li Jingze cherishes all talent; he is like a flashlight, illuminating others. He wants others to be good. He cannot accept any talent disappearing from his side.
But the flashlight may shine for itself. Please allow me to imagine that one evening in the 1990s, Jingze swam ashore from Shichahai (什刹海) and returned home singing. The summer breeze dried his long hair, and he walked into a barbershop. He asked the barber to cut off his naturally curly long hair, and the short hair made him feel refreshed. He decided that from tomorrow on, he would not only be a critic, but also a writer, caring about the ego and the self. From then on, his vast talent finally had a definite and inward destination. This writing has lasted for 30 years.
Logically speaking, at our age, we shouldn't be talking about "talent" or other pedantic things, but I still have to say that Jingze's talent is really too good. The organization and constructiveness of his language have made him a uniquely styled writer. His writing is full of endless drive, but it is not linear and rapid. On the contrary, it is very circuitous, and sometimes even very slow. Reading Li Jingze often reminds me of the roaring herds of horses on the Inner Mongolia (内蒙古) grasslands. The herds are surging, and they often make large-scale turns when they are galloping. The chaotic and countless hooves are explosive and unrestrained, but because of internal coordination, what we see is calmness and boundless freedom. There is something extremely good in Jingze's writing, and I call it horsepower. This horsepower does not come from a 1000-horsepower engine; it is 1000 horses.
By: 袁振奇
Mr. Peng Linggang (彭林刚) has devoted his life to the world of opera and is acquainted with many opera artists. His new book, "Getting into the Play" (入戏), naturally possesses a rare depth, breadth, and warmth. In 49 non-fiction essays, he tells the stories of 50 opera artists, recounting their outstanding contributions to and unremitting pursuit of opera, as well as their conscious responsibility for cultural inheritance, vividly portraying the ups and downs of the artists' lives and their deep-seated national sentiments.
The narratives in these essays are unconventional, either depicting a "panoramic" view or selecting the most brilliant and touching moments of their lives. Some use "I" as the narrative subject, such as memoirs and interviews, writing about personal experiences and observations in a cordial and natural way, expressing the author's deep affection and respect. Even some objective accounts, such as artistic experiences and achievements, are by no means simple and cold resumes, but rather detailed and comprehensive narratives. The artists' stories, filled with joys and sorrows, touch the deepest emotions in people's hearts, allowing them to empathize.
The first chapter, "Only Fragrance Remains" (只有香如故), recalls Xin Yanqiu (新艳秋), the first inheritor of the Cheng School. This elderly woman lived a brilliant life, experiencing many years of trials and tribulations. In her later years, she settled in Jiangsu (江苏) and remained active. The author visited her several times to seek advice, and she treated him warmly, demonstrating corrections tirelessly. The article is filled with a warm and beautiful sunset-like tone, preserving a portrait of a nearly centenarian. Kunqu Opera (昆剧) master Zhang Jiqing (张继青), in her later years, wore simple clothes and no makeup, but still cared about the stage and worked tirelessly for the prosperity and development of Kunqu Opera. The author once consulted her on the singing of "Qin Tiao" (琴挑), but she insisted on doing her homework first before teaching others. When she was focused, she even forgot that the edamame she was boiling in the pot had burned. The author captured these heartwarming moments in his writing.
In fact, in the world of opera, cultivating talents and imparting knowledge selflessly has long been a common practice. Many famous masters, after achieving success, still regard inheritance as their responsibility, even until their death. There are too many examples of this. "Jiangnan Hongling is Blooming" (江南红菱正艳) records the story of Peking Opera (京剧) master Huang Xiaoci (黄孝慈) teaching her students on her deathbed. Despite suffering from cancer, she struggled to persist, summoning her disciples to her bedside every day and insisting on passing on her representative work, "Hongling Yan" (红菱艳), in its entirety. After being in a coma for many days, she woke up and saw her family and students around her. Looking around, she raised her voice and sang the last line of the play before passing away. This was an artist's tragic yet magnificent farewell to the world.
Chinese opera art, which has lasted for more than 800 years, has formed precious crystals in the washing of time. Each role in opera has its own unique skills. The superb performances of Peking Opera's martial arts roles are particularly appreciated and admired. When writing about the story of Zhou Yunxia (周云霞) and Zhou Yunliang (周云亮), the author selected the most exciting and thrilling fragments of their lives, revealing their superb skills and unparalleled elegance.
In addition to Peking Opera and Kunqu Opera, there are also equally wonderful local operas. Gao Xiuying (高秀英), Jin Yungui (金运贵), and Hua Suqin (华素琴), the founders of the three major schools of Yang Opera (扬剧), came from poor families and struggled in the mire of hardship, but they never bowed to fate. Their creative artistic achievements have become the soul of the school and the treasure of the opera. Such aspiring and pioneering artists and events are the best scenery to adorn the world of opera. The author then turns his attention to Ni Tongfang (倪同芳), a symbolic figure in Xiju Opera (锡剧). She has performed in many shows, won numerous awards, and after retiring, she fulfills her responsibility as a representative inheritor of national intangible cultural heritage, striving to leave the best art to future generations. Her disciples have now branched out and become outstanding talents.
The author was a child in the opera school compound, and because his parents were involved with opera, learning the art was "amateur." He experienced a tortuous and long journey of self-study and has now become a famous artist spanning Peking Opera and Kunqu Opera. Through years of silent writing, he has also become a scholar of opera history. A work of craftsmanship should not only have unique content but also pay attention to form. The book contains a large number of precious photos, combining text and pictures, which is pleasing to the eye and adds a touch of aesthetic pleasure.
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Tao Yuanming's (陶渊明) "Peach Blossom Spring" describes a Wuling (武陵) person accidentally entering a Peach Blossom Land: "After leaving, he got his boat and followed the original path, marking it everywhere." To mark is to remember. With marks, one can find the way back; without marks, one can only be like Li Bai (李白), who wrote, "Looking back at the path I came from, it is a hazy green," falling into a state of confusion.
A country, a nation, standing on the world stage, must have its own path of origin. The path of origin is the path of growth, the path of striving, the path of success, carrying rich historical memories and cultural heritage. The spiritual imprint of Chinese civilization is precisely the "scenery and objects" that illuminate travelers on the path of origin.
Chinese civilization is like a quietly flowing river, its spiritual genes hidden in cultural classics and customs passed down through generations. The Chinese people's view of the universe, the world, society, and morality permeates every corner of daily life like air. This kind of cultural characteristic that is "used daily without being noticed" is like spring rain, silently nourishing all things. The admonition that "people's livelihood lies in diligence, and diligence leads to abundance," the warning that "proficiency comes from diligence, and neglect from play," the lament of "long sighs and wiping away tears," the responsibility of "worrying about the world before others"… these spiritual legacies that transcend time and space constitute the unique spiritual world of the Chinese people, internalized as the cultural consciousness in the blood of Chinese sons and daughters.
The Classic of Filial Piety (孝经) contains the phrase "establishing oneself and practicing the Way," and the Song Dynasty Confucian Zhang Zai (张载) has the saying "to establish a heart for Heaven and Earth, to establish a destiny for the people." Establishing a heart leans towards metaphysical philosophical thinking; establishing a destiny focuses on practical achievements; establishing oneself emphasizes the cultivation of the individual life. These "three establishments" are like three legs, forming the solid foundation of the magnificent tripod of Chinese civilization. From cosmic philosophy to social responsibility, and then to the way of self-cultivation, a complete value framework is constructed, profoundly influencing the thinking and behavior of the Chinese people.
"Establishing a heart," "establishing a destiny," and "establishing oneself" are also the key pivots of the book's structure. Part One, "The Way of Heaven," expounds the ancient sages' understanding of the creation of the universe and their reflections on the nurturing of life, analyzing the logical thinking and philosophical ideas of the Chinese people. Part Two, entitled "Governing the World," examines the political thought and governance concepts in traditional culture, interpreting the ancients' methods of governing the country and strategies for practical application. Part Three, "Self-Cultivation," explores the integration of sincerity and righteousness in self-cultivation, the cultivation of noble character, and the aspirations for the country and the world, striving for the realization of individual life value in social responsibility.
The 12 keywords in the book each have their own unique charm. For example, "Yin and Yang" (阴阳), these simple two characters condense the principle that all things in the world complement each other, abstracting the complex world to the extreme. Another example is "Nation and Family" (家国), "cultivating oneself, regulating the family, governing the state, and bringing peace to the world" not only embodies a progressive pursuit in life, but also contains profound analogies. These 12 condensed cultural symbols are like spiritual seeds passed down from generation to generation. Losing this spiritual foundation is like a tree without roots; embracing this cultural spirit allows one to take root in the fertile soil with fervent passion.
The cosmic philosophy in the spirit of Chinese culture provides us with profound spiritual nourishment; social responsibility cultivates people's feelings for their country and family; the way of self-cultivation establishes moral standards for the shaping of personal values and spiritual growth. Together, they constitute the spiritual core of Chinese civilization and the cultural genes that have continued for thousands of years.
The book explores the philosophical star map, social dimensions, and moral spectrum of Chinese civilization, endowing the excellent factors of Chinese civilization with new value in the modern context, and is also beneficial to promoting mutual learning among world civilizations.
(The author is the Dean and Professor of the School of Humanities at Tsinghua University (清华大学). This article is the preface to the book "The Spiritual Pursuit of Chinese Civilization" (《中华文明的精神追求》), this edition has been abridged, and the title was added by the editor.)
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If someone asks, "How can you be sure that the world wasn't created just 5 minutes ago?" you might find it absurd and laughable. But in fact, this is a famous thought experiment proposed by the philosopher Russell. Behind this question lies a deeper question: How can we be sure that the "past" that we have not personally experienced is real?
Today, people take it for granted that the universe was born 13.8 billion years ago, that the Earth is 4.6 billion years old, and that humans evolved from ancient apes. This concept of "deep time," which stretches the time scale to billions of years, has long been deeply rooted in people's minds. However, common sense is not innate. In the long "childhood" of human civilization, the way humans viewed the world was often static. Whether it was the Eastern philosophy of "Heaven and Earth are in their proper places, and all things are nurtured" or the Western pursuit of eternal order, both tended to view nature as an already completed painting. Rivers, mountains, grass, trees, fish, and insects seemed to be eternally the same, never changing.
So, from what point did people begin to "write history" for nature?
The book "The Discovery of Time" co-authored by science philosophers Stephen Toulmin and June Goodfield, and translated by well-known science historian Zhang Butian (张卜天), is the key to unlocking this historical mystery of thought.
This book is not a dry chronicle of science, but more like a grand ideological drama that deduces the "discovery of time." The authors first use considerable space to review the static view of nature that was prevalent in the ancient world: Westerners once believed that the world was created more than 4,000 years BC, and that species have remained fixed ever since; Eastern sages may have emphasized change more, but they were also limited to a cyclical and deterministic worldview. For a long time, nature repeated itself, and it didn't seem to need history much.
Who would have thought that the opportunity for change was not in the metaphysical and ethereal clouds, but in the solid earth under our feet.
According to the authors' description, geological science in the 18th and 19th centuries led this wonderful "breakthrough journey." When early geologists carefully examined rock layers and fossils, they were shocked to find that the earth itself was not immutable. So, where did the change come from? The explanation for this sparked a series of ideological clashes spanning cosmology, natural philosophy, ethics, and empirical research. Ultimately, modern scientific thought broke through the ancient and rigid "time barrier" and stretched the age of the Earth from thousands of years to billions of times. The Earth gained its own unique "history."
The significance of this breakthrough is extremely profound—it means that humans began to view the "world stage" in which they live with a "historical" perspective. With a larger "stage," the theory of evolution at the biological level could be successfully staged. After the Darwinian revolution, natural life was no longer an immutable "creation," but rather constituted a giant tree of evolution with the same breath and interconnected roots. Subsequently, the torrent of "history" poured into the wider universe, from the evolution of stars to the origin of the universe, and even physics, which most adhered to the eternal laws, gradually accepted the concept of "evolution."
Finally, people "discovered" time from the long and still back of nature, and also revealed an evolving world where all things flow and life never ceases.
The author Toulmin, as a philosophy scholar, uses concise language and clear logic. The beautiful and timeless writing of the Chinese translator also adds to the readability of the book. Reading this book is like an intellectual exploration, and you can experience the intellectual pleasure of progressive advancement and meticulous analysis. In addition to being simple and easy to understand, the author also demonstrates a strong ability to master interdisciplinary knowledge: from Greek mythology to Smithian economics, from Roman law to Dante's "Divine Comedy," the book draws extensively from astronomy, geology, biology, social sciences, literature, history and other broad fields of knowledge, and is full of sweeping arguments. Compared to giving short and quick conclusions, the author's tone is gentle, and the thinking is circuitous, perhaps intending to make people feel as if they are on the scene and feel the agitation of this historical torrent.
Overall, as a classic of the history of science focusing on geology and biology, "The Discovery of Time" also reflects the growth of human reason. It inspires us to further consider: Is the essence of science to give the ultimate truth once and for all, or to maintain an inexhaustible curiosity about nature? The history of nature is vast and flowing to this day, and it is worth mentioning that today's debates about the origin of the universe can still echo the philosophical speculation of ancient Greece. This reminds us in the modern age how important it is to remain humble and open. Will many of the conclusions that we firmly believe today be rewritten in the future on a broader time scale? The charm of science lies in the fact that it is never complacent and is always exploring the boundaries of the unknown.
Of course, this book is not only about science, but also about civilization. It allows us to see that the greatness of mankind lies in its ability to use the faint light of reason to illuminate the vast time and space that far exceeds the length of our lives, whether in the past or in the future. Please open this book "The Discovery of Time," it will allow you to hear the sound of time flowing every time you look up at the stars and every time you look down at the earth.
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