Summary: Tianjin is focused on developing its marine economy to contribute to China's "向海图强" (becoming strong through the sea) strategy, as emphasized by Xi Jinping and outlined in the "15th Five-Year Plan." The city is upgrading its port infrastructure, including the Tianjin Port, by enhancing automation and expanding shipping routes. Tianjin is also bolstering marine technology innovation through collaborative research and development, particularly in deep-sea equipment and marine chemical resource utilization, aiming to replace reliance on imported equipment. The city also plans to develop a seawater desalination industry.
Summary: The article highlights the importance of the service industry in China's modernization and high-quality development, showcasing examples of integrated cultural tourism, elderly care, and technological services. It illustrates how cultural tourism is boosted by integrating immersive experiences and technology, citing examples in Leshan and Qianwei County. The article also emphasizes the growth of the "silver economy" through improved elderly care services, referencing the Ren Da Medical Care Center in Changchun. Finally, the article notes that Shandong Jinan Heavy Industries collaborated with Langchao Yunzhou to enhance the efficiency of their mills using AI and industrial internet, and that this is an example of the increasing role of productive service industries. The article implies that the US lags behind China in the integration of productive services with manufacturing.
Summary: According to the article, preferential tax policies in Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) are designed to serve the real economy and are not intended to create a tax haven. The FTP has specific eligibility requirements for benefiting from preferential policies such as the 15% corporate and individual income tax rates. Hainan is using technologies such as big data and blockchain to supervise and prevent illegal activities in the FTP. The Hainan FTP also cooperates with international societies to promote tax transparency. Hainan's FTP has attracted foreign investment, with duty-free shopping increasing by 27.64% and foreign trade imports and exports increasing by 32.9%.
Summary: During the Qingming holiday, China saw a rise in consumption and travel, with key retail and catering enterprises experiencing a 2.4% year-on-year increase in daily sales, according to the Ministry of Commerce. Government initiatives like trade-ins for automobiles and home appliances boosted sales figures, while service consumption also saw growth in areas like dining, hotel stays, and theme park visits. The Ministry of Public Security deployed significant resources to manage traffic and ensure road safety during the holiday period. Cross-regional travel exceeded 840 million trips, reflecting a 6% increase compared to the 2025 Qingming holiday. The national railway system anticipated a peak in return passenger traffic, projecting 20.8 million trips and scheduling additional trains.
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Summary: This article highlights the resilience of the Chinese economy as a strong support for high-quality development. It also discusses the popular appeal of traditional Chinese aesthetics ("Guoyun Guofeng") and immersive performances rooted in classical Chinese literature. Finally, it emphasizes how Chinese-style modernization is expanding humanity's imagination regarding the future. There is no discussion of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
Summary: The article discusses the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta region, specifically focusing on the ecological and economic coordination between 青浦 (Qingpu, Shanghai), 吴江 (Wujiang, Jiangsu), and 嘉善 (Jiashan, Zhejiang) in the 长三角生态绿色一体化发展示范区 (Yangtze River Delta Ecology and Green Integrated Development Demonstration Zone). It highlights initiatives like cross-regional water management, infrastructure connectivity (bridges over 元荡湖), and collaborative industrial development to overcome administrative barriers and promote high-quality, sustainable growth. Chen Qiansong emphasizes the importance of breaking down ideological barriers and promoting collaboration among officials, and mentions that Xi Jinping hosted multiple meetings on Yangtze River Delta integration. It doesn't mention the United States or U.S. - China relations.
Summary: China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) will implement a revised "Measures for the Administration of Commodity Barcodes" on May 1st. According to SAMR officials Guo Chenguang and Xu Yiwen, and Luo Fangping of the China Article Numbering Center, the revision aims to support the construction of a unified national market by improving the management of commodity barcodes throughout their lifecycle, reducing burdens on businesses, promoting industrial upgrading, and strengthening quality safety traceability. The revised measures will also expand the scope of national standards for commodity barcodes, including standards for bulk commodities. The SAMR has also initiated a pilot program for online sales of key products, using barcodes for quality safety verification and traceability. The use of commodity barcodes will also help to ensure that government subsidies are accurately distributed during the "trade-in" process.
Summary: China's Ministry of Commerce and five other departments issued a guiding opinion outlining 16 measures across five areas to promote high-quality e-commerce development and better serve the real economy. The measures focus on empowering SMEs, deepening rural e-commerce, fostering industrial e-commerce, and accelerating technological innovation. The opinion also promotes high-level opening-up through cross-border e-commerce, expanding "Silk Road E-commerce," accelerating institutional opening up, and promoting rule alignment. Finally, the measures focus on platform responsibility, strengthened regulation, and guidance for compliant overseas expansion, supported by financial products, data utilization, and talent cultivation.
Summary: The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and the All China Federation of Supply and Marketing Cooperatives jointly issued a notice to strengthen the construction of a recycling system for lithium-ion batteries from electric bicycles. The notice emphasizes leveraging the existing network of supply and marketing cooperatives to extend recycling reach and promote standardized recycling. It encourages cooperation between electric bicycle and battery manufacturers and state-owned enterprises to build recycling outlets. The notice also promotes the role of leading recycling companies and digital monitoring to track battery information flow.
Summary: China is deepening medical cooperation with Africa, yielding significant results in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The article highlights three examples: the Luban Workshop in Mali training local TCM practitioners, a Chinese medical team in Tanzania integrating TCM into their practice, and South Africa utilizing AI to enhance TCM diagnostics. Specifically, the Luban Workshop founder, Diarra Boubacar, aims to cultivate local TCM talent and integrate TCM principles into the Malian healthcare system. The Chinese medical team in Tanzania, led by Chen Wenming, is incorporating acupuncture and other TCM therapies, recognizing the local acceptance of herbal medicine and massage. The African TCM and Acupuncture Center in South Africa, led by Hu Zijing, utilizes AI diagnostic tools to improve efficiency and provide more comprehensive patient assessments.
Summary: China has sanctioned Japanese Diet member Keiji Furuya for his repeated visits to Taiwan and collaboration with "Taiwan independence" forces, accusing him of violating the One China principle and interfering in China's internal affairs. China accuses Japan of not learning from historical lessons and instead intensifying collusion with Taiwan separatists. The article claims Japan's actions are driven by a colonial mentality and an attempt to escalate regional tensions to justify remilitarization, criticizing Japan's military deployments near Taiwan and questioning its commitment to regional stability. The article asserts that Japan bears historical responsibility for its actions in Taiwan and warns against further provocations. The article also mentions the United States' involvement in Taiwan's independence.
Summary: Professor Mohammad Shahabur Haque of Shahjalal University of Science and Technology in Bangladesh, in an interview, highlighted his positive experiences studying in China and its impact on his understanding of Chinese modernization. He emphasized the friendships he forged with Chinese students and the support he received while pursuing his PhD at Beijing Normal University in 2016. Since returning to Bangladesh, Shahabur has been actively involved in promoting cultural exchange, including coordinating the first "China Corner" at his university. He lauded China's development model and the Belt and Road Initiative's contributions to Bangladesh, noting the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two nations. The article does not mention the United States or its relationship with China.
Summary: During the Qingming Festival, Chinese embassies and communities abroad held memorial activities. Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia Wang Wenbin led a delegation to honor Chinese UN peacekeepers, highlighting their contributions to Cambodia's post-conflict reconstruction, reflecting China's responsibility as a major power. Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam He Wei commemorated Chinese martyrs who died during the anti-U.S. war in Vietnam, emphasizing the "comrades plus brothers" friendship. Charge d'Affaires Zhang Zhe led a memorial at the former site of the Chinese Embassy in Yugoslavia, which was bombed in 1999, honoring the victims and vowing to uphold the China-Serbia friendship while opposing hegemony.
Summary: The article, written by the Chinese Ambassador to Guinea, emphasizes the strong and enduring relationship between China and Guinea, highlighting their mutual support and cooperation across various sectors. The ambassador notes the increasing trade volume, exceeding $18 billion in 2025, and the positive impact of China's zero-tariff policy for African nations. He also mentions cultural exchanges and people-to-people connections, including the popularity of the Confucius Institute in Conakry. The ambassador affirms China's commitment to Guinea's development and their shared goal of building a community with a shared future. The author does not discuss the United States.
Summary: A new report from the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) states that China has become the primary hub of the regional production network over the past 20 years. The report indicates a shift from a production network centered on Japan to one now anchored by China. The new network is described as more dense and interconnected.
Summary: The article discusses the integration of AI into cultural tourism across China, highlighting initiatives in Hunan, Zhejiang, and Liaoning. In Hunan's Hengyang, AI recreates historical figures for immersive experiences at the Chuanshan Academy. Hangzhou's "Hang Xiaoyi" acts as a digital tourist guide, offering real-time information and personalized recommendations. Dalian's "Xingyou Dalian" platform utilizes AI for customized itinerary planning, enhancing user experience and efficiency.
Summary: Chongqing High-Tech Zone transformed previously underutilized public rental housing into attractive talent apartments by understanding the needs of young professionals. The renovated Jin Feng Jiayuan apartments offer a variety of room types and amenities, including smart appliances and communal spaces, at affordable rents (1000-1600 RMB). High occupancy rates and the introduction of diverse businesses have revitalized the area. The project focuses on improving the quality of life for residents to attract and retain talent in the high-tech zone. The apartments have a 95% occupancy rate.
Summary: During the Qingming holiday, China's overall safety situation remained stable, with no major disasters reported. Prior to the holiday, safety inspections were conducted in key regions, and video conferences were held to coordinate safety precautions. Emergency Management authorities at various levels focused on key sectors like fire safety, mining, and construction, deploying inspection teams across the country. National fire rescue teams responded to over 21,000 alarms and rescued or evacuated over 1,200 people. The report does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article depicts farmers in Mengcheng County, Bozhou City, Anhui Province planting edamame as part of the spring planting season. The photograph accompanying the text shows farmers actively engaged in sowing seeds in Qiyuan Street. The article emphasizes that farmers across various regions are seizing the opportune time presented by the warm spring weather to carry out spring planting activities. There is no mention of United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
Summary: Xinjiang will decentralize 110 human resources and social security administrative powers starting April 8th, aiming for over 92% decentralization. The changes include delegating specialized powers like technical school approvals to local departments while shifting focus of 105 items such as labor dispatch permits to county-level departments. The Xinjiang HR and Social Security Department will ensure a smooth transition with training, standardized procedures, and a comprehensive regulatory system. The goal of this decentralization is to optimize government services and improve public experience.
Summary: The article highlights the growing importance of the service sector in China's modernization, citing Xi Jinping's emphasis on integrating modern services with advanced manufacturing and agriculture. It showcases three examples: the integration of culture and tourism in Sichuan, the development of elderly care services in Jilin, and the application of AI to improve manufacturing in Shandong. The article emphasizes the expansion of culture and tourism, the silver economy, and technology services. Finally, it notes the potential for expanding producer services to contribute to manufacturing upgrades, as they remain below levels seen in developed economies.
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Summary: This article discusses the implementation of spring break in over ten provinces in China, including Zhejiang and Sichuan, and its potential to stimulate economic activity and provide students with opportunities for experiential learning. It addresses concerns from parents and teachers regarding childcare and academic progress. The article emphasizes the need for systemic planning and coordination between schools, families, and various institutions. It cites Zhejiang province's initiatives such as encouraging staggered employee leave and providing school-based childcare, as examples of successful implementation. The article also stresses the importance of shifting educational focus from rote learning to experiential activities during the break.
Summary: This article emphasizes the importance of selfless dedication to the country and its people for Chinese officials, drawing on the concept of "worrying about the country, not oneself" (忧国不谋身). It argues that officials should prioritize the people's well-being and long-term development over personal gain and short-term achievements. The piece cites Xi Jinping's commitment to the people and examples of cadres who prioritized the collective good. The article stresses the need for practical work and a willingness to take risks for the sake of national progress, rejecting inaction driven by fear of personal repercussions. It advocates for a focus on long-term, sustainable development over superficial projects, aligning with the Party's goals.
Summary: A thriving "data processing" (来数加工) industry is emerging in China, where raw data from abroad is refined and transformed into valuable products. This includes projects like rendering Italian museum paintings into navigable 3D models and providing 3D digital services for the domestic game "Black Myth: Wukong." Improved infrastructure, such as international sea cables landing in Hainan, is crucial for efficient data flow. The article highlights the need to balance development with security, emphasizing the importance of clear regulations and compliance frameworks for cross-border data flows, citing the "digital free trade zone" in Guangdong. China aims to play a significant role in the global data value-added service chain, leveraging its skilled workforce and advanced AI technology. The 2026 designation as "Data Factor Value Release Year" signals further efforts to unlock the potential of data resources and explore new models for cross-border data flow.
Summary: A representative from the State Administration for Market Regulation's Catering and Food Division stated that by 2026, localities will actively promote "Internet+" smart supervision, comprehensively advance the construction of "Internet+ transparent kitchens" in school canteens, and accelerate data interoperability, video sharing, and closed-loop management. The goal is to substantially enhance the ability and level of penetrating, non-on-site supervision. The initiative focuses on children's health and food safety in schools. The announcement does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article discusses China's efforts to develop a robust data market and unlock the potential of data as a key production factor, highlighting the recent first national transaction of a dataset for embodied intelligence at the Jiangsu Provincial Data Exchange. It emphasizes the need for standardized, reliable, and accessible data to drive advancements in fields like autonomous driving, industrial manufacturing, and financial risk management, as well as the importance of systemic thinking and infrastructure in data governance. The author, a lecturer at Renmin University of China Law School, notes that the government work report this year proposed building a high-quality data set, and believes that China's data resources and scene advantages will help it win the development opportunity in the new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation. The piece argues that improving digital infrastructure, governance rules, and data product development are vital for a well-functioning data market.
Summary: This article discusses the author's experience contributing to the compilation of Tongshan County's poverty alleviation gazetteer. The author emphasizes the importance of meticulousness, a holistic perspective, and dedication to accurately portraying the historical significance of poverty alleviation efforts in the region. They highlight the gazetteer's role in recording the stories of ordinary people and officials involved in the fight against poverty. The author's team is also exploring innovative ways to disseminate the gazetteer's content through short videos and micro-dramas to broaden its reach and impact. The author hopes that the gazetteer will reflect the spirit of a nation and the responsibility of the Communist Party.
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Summary: Liu Jiaping, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, focuses on green building and energy conservation, particularly in Western China. He developed new energy-efficient building designs tailored to the Loess Plateau and high-altitude regions like Tibet, including solar heating systems to address unique regional challenges. Liu emphasized the importance of combining traditional wisdom with modern technology in his research and design. His team created solar powered heating systems, allowing residents to live in homes heated by the sun. Liu also teaches at Xian University of Architecture and Technology.
Summary: Baosteel has achieved mass production of high-grade silicon steel, a critical material for the power industry, used in transformers and motors. The company's intelligent factory utilizes AI to control key production processes like temperature and tension, improving quality and efficiency, with AI algorithms now aiding in production decisions, reducing reliance on human expertise. An online monitoring system detects surface defects with millimeter precision. The factory's transformation includes restructuring production logic and building a big data model from material design to application, improving the development of high-performance non-oriented silicon steel. The advancements in silicon steel technology are supporting China's energy efficiency and green transition efforts.
Summary: A symposium was held at People's Daily to discuss "Strengthening International Communication and Promoting the Building of a Community of Shared Future with Neighboring Countries," featuring the launch of the book *Border Town Observations* and a related video project. Attendees, including Niu Yibing (Deputy Director of the Cyberspace Administration of China), Cui Shixin (Deputy Editor-in-Chief of People's Daily), and Yin Lujun (member of the Secretariat of the All-China Journalists Association), exchanged views on how to better tell stories about China's neighbors and implement the spirit of the Central Conference on Work Relating to Neighboring Countries. The *Border Town Observations* book compiles reports from People's Daily focusing on cultural exchange, trade, and people-to-people connectivity between China and its neighbors along its land borders, and the video project will continue to showcase this. The initiative aims to promote the construction of a community of shared future with neighboring countries.
Summary: The article reports on the use of drones by farmers in Zigui County, Yichang City, Hubei Province, to transport oranges during the harvest season. This innovative approach aims to improve efficiency by reducing labor costs and shortening transportation times from the fields. The image accompanying the article depicts farmers using drones to transport "spring oranges" in Yandengbao Village, Guojiaba Town, Zigui County. The article focuses on domestic agricultural practices in China, with no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The world's largest piling ship, "Tiejian Bridge Pile 1," has been launched in Nantong, Jiangsu province. Built by China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC), the vessel is capable of handling piles up to 700 tons and 7 meters in diameter with centimeter-level precision. The ship features two globally innovative technologies: an integrated positioning system for enhanced stability and safety, and a closed-loop hydraulic system that recovers potential energy.
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Summary: The article discusses China's efforts to develop its agricultural sector by focusing on regional specialties like Xinjiang tomatoes, Shaanxi goat milk, and Tibetan spring water. Xinjiang is developing a full-chain tomato industry with increased mechanization and production, while Shaanxi focuses on upgrading its goat milk industry through digitization and product innovation. Tibet is promoting its natural drinking water resources through policy support and infrastructure development, aiming to boost local economies and create jobs. The article makes no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Gu Zhu village in Zhejiang province has transformed from a struggling rural area to a thriving tourist destination, attracting over 4 million visitors in 2025 and generating significant revenue. The village leverages its tea culture and natural environment to draw tourists primarily from Shanghai and the surrounding Jiangsu province. To enhance the tourist experience, the village has upgraded infrastructure, provided specialized training for service providers, and organized tea-related activities, resulting in a high return rate of tourists. The village has moved beyond simple rural tourism, and is now focusing on cultural services. The provided article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: China's National Data Administration has released a draft guideline soliciting public feedback on data property rights registration. The aim is to establish a unified national data property rights registration system and promote a national data market. The national authority will oversee the registration system, while provincial authorities will manage registration within their jurisdictions, potentially delegating tasks to city-level departments. The guideline seeks to clarify regulations and operational details for data property rights registration institutions. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in the article.
Summary: Inner Mongolia successfully achieved full connectivity of the Xiliao River on April 5th through spring water resource management, marking the second consecutive year of this accomplishment after twice achieving it in 2023. The Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Water Resources Department initiated the water volume management work on March 1st. The effort involved utilizing multiple reservoirs and water sources, including sewage treatment plants, to maximize ecological effectiveness. Local governments along the river also cleared obstacles and dredged river channels to facilitate smooth water flow.
Summary: Liang Jiankun, a representative inheritor of Yunfu stone art in Guangdong, creates stone art inspired by everyday objects. He began learning stone art in 1987 and, after a period away, returned to dedicate himself to the craft. Liang became a representative inheritor in 2014, and in 2016 began teaching stone carving to pass on his knowledge. Liang also coached the national team that won a gold medal at the 45th World Skills Competition in architectural stone carving.
Summary: The Guangxi-ASEAN Artificial Intelligence Proof-of-Concept Center has been established in Nanning, Guangxi, aiming to bridge the gap between AI research and industrial application and foster cooperation between China and ASEAN in the AI industry. The center will leverage the Wuxiang Cloud Valley AI Computing Center and Guangxi's ASEAN linguistic resources to provide end-to-end technical validation services for AI projects. It will also establish a "one-stop OPC (One Person Company) entrepreneurship community" to lower barriers to entry for AI startups. The center has already signed strategic cooperation agreements with universities and tech companies from ASEAN countries like Thailand and Malaysia to promote AI technology adaptation, industrial achievement transformation, AIGC overseas market development, digital talent development and low-altitude economy and smart agriculture.
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Summary: Nanjing is focusing on developing advanced manufacturing clusters, particularly in areas like software and information services, smart grids, and low-altitude economy, to bolster its modern industrial system. The city aims to create a "1026" advanced manufacturing cluster with 10 industrial clusters and 26 industrial chains. Nanjing is promoting AI integration across various sectors, creating demonstration zones and supporting infrastructure for low-altitude economy development. The city emphasizes innovation, talent acquisition, and the establishment of key technology research centers to drive industrial growth. Nanjing is also working to strengthen its energy security by building a smart grid industry.
Summary: The article emphasizes Xi Jinping's focus on China's economic resilience as crucial for navigating global uncertainties and achieving long-term stability. It argues that China's economic resilience stems from the leadership of the CCP, the socialist system, its vast domestic market, a comprehensive industrial system, and high-level opening up. The author contrasts Xi's approach with Western economic theories, highlighting China's unique advantages and governance. The article concludes by advocating for further reforms, technological self-reliance, domestic market expansion, and secure development to enhance economic resilience in the "Fifteenth Five-Year Plan" period. The article did not mention the United States.
Summary: Xi Jinping has emphasized the importance of "acting in accordance with objective laws" (按规律办事) in order to develop a correct view of governance achievements (政绩观). The article stresses that cadres must understand the specific conditions and inherent logic of different fields to avoid making decisions that are detached from reality. Only by understanding the needs of the populace can cadres improve their work. The article suggests that cadres should strengthen theoretical study and research and investigation to better understand and follow objective laws. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: According to the article, data security is a critical component of national security, and China is accelerating the construction of a data security capability system. Recent advancements include establishing legal frameworks and regulations, strengthening basic security technologies, and creating cross-departmental regulatory mechanisms. However, challenges remain, such as frequent data breaches and increased cross-border data flow risks, necessitating a comprehensive data security governance system. The article emphasizes the importance of safeguarding data in key sectors and enhancing data security governance capabilities through measures like clarifying responsibilities, developing the data security industry, and active participation in global data security governance to safeguard national interests in international activities. The article calls for promoting data security to facilitate the flow and efficient use of data, while maintaining national sovereignty, security, and development interests.
Summary: China, the world's largest vegetable producer and consumer, is seeing diversification and specialization in its vegetable market. Researchers are employing advanced breeding techniques, including gene sequencing, to enhance flavor, nutrition, and resilience in new varieties. Efforts are underway to increase the domestic production rate of vegetable seeds, with the goal of reducing reliance on foreign sources. These initiatives are supported by national breeding programs and a new national information platform designed to facilitate resource sharing among researchers and seed companies. This platform compiles data on various crop resources, including vegetables, with the aim to improve agricultural technological innovation.
Summary: This article profiles Pan Xiaohui, a Miao embroidery inheritor in Kaili, Guizhou, who returned to her hometown after college to revitalize the family business. Faced with operational challenges, Pan implemented management reforms and focused on building a strong brand by emphasizing quality and leveraging online platforms to promote Miao embroidery culture. Her efforts, supported by Guizhou's "Embroidery Plan," have expanded the company's reach and increased income for local embroiderers. The company's sales reached over 13 million RMB in 2025. Pan aims to achieve sales of over 20 million RMB this year.
Summary: The Ministry of Water Resources has approved the "Huai River Basin Important River Section River Sand Mining Management Plan (2026-2030)," drafted by the Huai River Water Conservancy Commission. This plan significantly reduces the total amount of extractable river sand by 86% compared to the previous plan and designates approximately 81% of river sections as prohibited for mining. The plan emphasizes ecological restoration after mining and encourages using mining revenue for river and lake protection and ecological restoration. The Huai River Water Conservancy Commission will work with the water resources departments of five provinces to implement the plan, promoting intensive, large-scale, and standardized mining practices, as well as green and intelligent mining, strengthening supervision and management of plan implementation, and enhancing digital supervision of river sand mining.
Summary: Gansu province has released an action plan to integrate new energy with various industries to foster growth, aiming to become a major national base for new energy and equipment manufacturing. The plan outlines ten initiatives, including integrating new energy with multi-energy complementarity, green parks, green hydrogen corridors, rural revitalization, ecological protection, transportation, green buildings, the digital economy, technology, and future industries. Gansu will focus on developing green energy models like direct green electricity connections and intelligent microgrids, creating zero-carbon parks, and attracting key technology projects. The province intends to upgrade industries by utilizing AI for grid management, big data for renewable energy forecasting, and IoT for distributed energy systems.
Summary: This article reports on tourism in China during the Qingming holiday. It notes the increasing expansion of the cultural tourism market as people take vacations and enjoy springtime outings. The article is accompanied by a photograph from Xinhua News Agency depicting tourists enjoying the scenery at Intercontinental Fantasy Island in Nantong, Jiangsu. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: China Gas Turbine Establishment (中国航发燃气轮机有限公司) and Hanshen Elite Marine Engineering (瀚辰精英海洋工程) signed an agreement for the purchase of five "Taihang 7" gas turbines. Hanshen Elite will use the turbines as core power equipment for a floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit in Petronas' Sepat Integrated Redevelopment Project in Malaysia. This marks the first entry of domestically produced gas turbines into the high-end FPSO market. The "Taihang 7" gas turbine is specifically designed for harsh marine environments.
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Summary: A memorial service was held for martyr Qiao Helin, a Guangxi coast guard officer who died on December 9, 2025, during an anti-smuggling operation. Qiao and another officer were thrown into the sea after their boat collided with a smuggler's vessel in poor visibility. Qiao, who had previously demonstrated bravery in other operations, was posthumously recognized as a martyr and Communist Party member. He had a strong dedication to his work, mastering skills to combat smuggling in the local waters, and was saving money to buy a house with his fiancé. His fellow officers remember him as a dedicated and courageous individual who sacrificed his life protecting the sea.
Summary: An official from Hubei Province's Party Committee Social Work Department emphasizes the importance of implementing the revised "Two Laws" (村委会组织法 and 居委会组织法) to strengthen grassroots governance through the rule of law. The official highlights the role of Party leadership in ensuring the correct political direction and integrating legal principles into all aspects of grassroots governance. To support the implementation, the province has issued several new regulations and guidelines. The official also mentions efforts to train grassroots cadres, improve community self-governance, and promote the rule of law at the local level.
Summary: The Supreme People's Procuratorate issued a notice to deepen the "Procuratorial Care for the People's Livelihood" campaign, focusing on serving high-quality economic and social development, strengthening the protection of specific groups, and resolving urgent public concerns. The campaign identifies 16 key tasks, including strengthening civil supervision in finance and real estate, enhancing oversight in social security and healthcare, and protecting the environment and natural resources. The notice urges procuratorates to increase case handling, utilize various methods like public hearings and judicial assistance, and extend individual case handling to broader social governance. The Supreme People's Procuratorate also calls for strengthening publicity of the campaign.
Summary: The 23rd Peach Blossom Tourism and Culture Festival recently opened in Nyingchi, Tibet, featuring over 20 cultural and tourism activities, including intangible cultural heritage experiences and agricultural product sales. The Nyingchi Peach Blossom Festival has become a significant brand event driving the local tourism industry. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in the article.
Summary: Liaoning Province's Market Supervision Bureau issued a warning letter to funeral service providers, urging adherence to government pricing regulations and prohibiting illegal pricing practices such as excessive fees, unauthorized charges, or forced services. The directive emphasizes fair and voluntary principles for market-regulated pricing, banning price fraud and collusion. Citizens are encouraged to report suspected violations with evidence via designated hotlines. The article does not discuss US-China relations.
Summary: The city of Hangzhou is focusing on strengthening Party building at the street-level to improve urban governance. By establishing Party committees and alliances within commercial districts, local authorities aim to resolve conflicts and enhance cooperation between businesses, residents, and other stakeholders. These initiatives involve creating platforms for discussion and consensus-building, addressing issues such as street vending, noise pollution, and community engagement. A Hangzhou official stated that they would continue to deepen the Party-led business and community integration model, extending the Party's organizational system to the streets. The aim is to build a sustainable governance community with warmth and vitality.
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Summary: The article discusses the growing popularity of immersive, traditional Chinese cultural experiences, highlighting two specific examples: the "Chang'an Twelve Hours" theme street in Xi'an and the "Peach Blossom River Bamboo Sea Illusion" performance in Taojiang, Hunan. These attractions utilize technology like XR, AR, and projection to recreate historical settings and stories, drawing tourists and fostering cultural pride. The Xi'an street incorporates digital elements to enhance the Tang Dynasty experience, while the Hunan performance integrates Chu Ci culture and local features with immersive technology, creating a multi-sensory experience for the audience. The goal is to blend traditional aesthetics with contemporary life, attracting visitors with interactive and innovative cultural expressions. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article discusses the importance of cultural depth in immersive theatrical experiences, arguing that successful productions like the "Chang'an Twelve Hours" themed area and "Only Red Mansions: A Dream of Drama City" prioritize rich narratives and interactive elements. It cautions against relying solely on technology and superficial spectacle, which risk overwhelming audiences without fostering a connection to the story. The piece emphasizes the need for narratives with depth and details that encourage repeat visits, and advocates for blending traditional storytelling techniques with modern creativity to build lasting cultural connections. The author uses the examples of *Journey to the West* and *Water Margin* to showcase the deep roots of immersive narrative in Chinese culture.
Summary: China's science and technology journals are experiencing a surge in global influence, driven by increased research output and supportive policies, according to a report released at the 2026 Zhongguancun Forum. The number of Chinese journals ranking in the top 5% globally has increased 9.5 times since 2020. China's research and development spending has reached 2.8% of GDP exceeding the OECD average for the first time. To address limitations in current evaluation systems, the China Institute of Science and Technology Information has launched a project to develop a new evaluation index system for world-class scientific journals.
Summary: Shanghai has released new measures to support the development of its gaming and esports industries, aiming to build a globally influential ecosystem. The plan focuses on cultivating a comprehensive industry chain, optimizing talent and capital, promoting cross-industry integration, and encouraging games that incorporate Chinese culture. Technological empowerment is also a priority, with support for AI and domestic hardware integration in game development. Shanghai aims to become a global hub for gaming and esports, including enhancing its international events. In 2025, Shanghai's online game industry achieved sales revenue of 170.7 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 9.57%; overseas markets performed well, achieving sales revenue of 30.3 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 13.7%.
Summary: The city of Qixia is providing copyright services directly to local artisans, including those specializing in clay sculptures and flower buns, to combat the unauthorized reproduction of their works. A dedicated service team assists artists with the registration process, addressing difficulties related to digital literacy and geographical constraints. This initiative aims to protect the rights of creators, promote innovation, and facilitate the commercialization of traditional crafts. The effort includes clarifying complex ownership issues related to collectively inherited and individually modified works. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: Yan Hong, a vlogger from Chengdu, Sichuan, has gained popularity for her videos showcasing the creation of traditional Chinese hair ornaments using the *yin hua si* (silver filigree) technique. Originally a nursing student, Yan Hong pursued her passion for handicrafts, eventually studying the traditional *yin hua si* technique under a master artisan. She now runs a studio with a small team, creating and selling both traditional and modern designs, contributing to the revitalization of rural areas by providing employment and promoting cultural tourism. Yan Hong also partners with other artists and businesses to create unique products that appeal to a wider audience. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: According to Zhejiang University endocrinologist Zhou Jiaqiang, semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, can effectively promote weight loss, though individual results vary and weight regain is common after cessation. Both diabetes-targeted and weight-loss-targeted semaglutide drugs are available. Zhou warns against using semaglutide for weight loss without medical supervision due to potential side effects like malnutrition and gastrointestinal issues. He emphasizes the importance of obtaining prescriptions from qualified doctors, purchasing from licensed pharmacies, and being wary of unsubstantiated claims regarding "diet pills".
Summary: The National Joint Drug Procurement Office (NJDPO) has revoked the winning bid of Guangzhou Hehe Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. for its methocarbamol injection due to serious defects in its production by its entrusted manufacturer, Chengdu Tiantaishan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Both companies have been added to a list of violators and are suspended from participating in national centralized drug procurement activities from April 2, 2026, to October 1, 2027. The decision was made after a review of inspection reports from the Sichuan and Guangdong drug administrations, which revealed non-compliance issues at Chengdu Tiantaishan. The NJDPO cited that Guangzhou Hehe Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. violated commitments made in its application materials. The procurement volume originally allocated to Guangzhou Hehe will be redistributed among other winning bidders for the product.
Summary: During the Qingming holiday, 18 Shanghai-based medical experts originally from Quanzhou conducted their thirteenth annual free clinic in Dehua County Hospital, Quanzhou, Fujian. The experts, representing 16 specialties from multiple top Shanghai hospitals, provided consultations and health education. Dehua County aims to leverage this event to deepen long-term cooperation with the Shanghai medical team to improve local healthcare. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei have signed a new agreement (2026-2028) to enhance social insurance cooperation across the Jing-Jin-Ji region, focusing on 15 areas including cross-provincial service accessibility. The agreement aims to standardize pension, work-related injury, and unemployment insurance services and expand "cross-provincial" handling of social security matters within the region. It will also extend Beijing's social security services to the Xiong'an New Area to facilitate convenient handling of Beijing's social security affairs for companies and personnel. The agreement seeks to improve the coordination mechanism for the transfer and continuation of social insurance relationships in the region. The agreement will also provide pre-retirement services for those approaching retirement.
Summary: The National Health Commission and the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine jointly issued a three-year action plan (2026-2028) to improve the medical quality of primary healthcare institutions, aiming to enhance the standardization and homogeneity of basic medical services. The plan will progressively cover primary healthcare institutions nationwide, starting with central township health centers and community health service centers with over 30 beds by the end of 2026, and extending to village clinics and community service stations by the end of 2028. The focus is on improving medical quality and safety management, with nine tasks including enhancing medical quality management systems and improving emergency medical care. The initiative prioritizes township health centers and community health service centers, adopting different implementation models in rural and urban areas.
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Summary: During the recent holiday, the Elephant Coffee Plantation in Yunnan province has seen increased popularity, with founder Chen Pingxian exploring ways to reuse coffee grounds, previously considered waste, into creative and environmentally friendly products. Collaborating with Tianjin Commercial University's "Fei Tong Xiao Ke" team, Chen aims to enhance the value of coffee grounds through technology, such as using them to produce coffee cups and furniture, and extract coffee essential oils. The team also promotes the use of coffee grounds as organic fertilizer to reduce carbon emissions and the use of chemical fertilizers. This initiative seeks to establish a closed-loop system of recycling and processing, potentially creating new income streams for locals. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Early blooming yellow flowers are a survival strategy developed by plants over millions of years, allowing them to attract pollinators like insects in early spring when fewer insects are around. Yellow flowers are easily spotted by insects, providing them with needed food in the form of nectar. The color yellow, produced by carotenoids, is also a relatively stable pigment in the cold, allowing plants to bloom earlier with less energy expenditure. The article is written by a senior engineer from the Beijing Institute of Landscape Architecture.
Summary: Hainan province is continuing its construction of a "waste-free island" by promoting source reduction and resource utilization of solid waste. The province has built 865 "waste-free cells," which are basic units like hotels and scenic spots, to minimize environmental impact. Sanya has established 11 "waste-free" standards for the tourism industry, including 13 "waste-free scenic spots." Islands like Xidao and Wuzhizhou are integrating waste reduction with tourism experiences through projects like repurposing old fishing boats and underwater waste collection.
Summary: Beijing has launched a tree adoption program for citizens to fulfill their afforestation duties, offering a convenient alternative to traditional tree planting. The program allows residents to adopt specific trees, including ancient and ornamental varieties, with adoption fees funding tree maintenance. Participants can manage the process online and receive certificates for their contributions. The initiative expands on existing options for residents to participate in environmental stewardship, such as local greening efforts. The program coincides with the 45th anniversary of the national voluntary tree planting campaign.
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Summary: According to an interview, Chinese snooker player Zhao Xintong, who won the World Championship in 2025, attributes the recent success of Chinese players to a growing pool of talent and increased opportunities. Zhao credits Ding Junhui for paving the way for subsequent generations. Zhao emphasizes the importance of a balanced playing style, combining offense and defense, and said that he treats the upcoming World Championship like a normal competition without added pressure. Zhao also mentioned that snooker, like life, is a matter of choosing the best approach to your problems. Zhao mentioned that his idol is O'Sullivan, and that he received personal guidance from him.
Summary: This article discusses Zhao Xintong's recent victory at the Snooker Tour Championship, a high-ranking tournament held at the end of the season. The tournament, part of the "Players Series" alongside the World Grand Prix and Players Championship, is limited to top-ranked players and serves as a warm-up for the upcoming Snooker World Championship. The article further highlights the significance of the Snooker World Championship itself, noting its long history and status as the most prestigious event among the three major snooker tournaments.
Summary: Wang Chuqin won the Men's Singles title at the ITTF Men's and Women's World Cup in Macau, defeating Japan's Sora Matsushima in a grueling seven-game match. Sun Yingsha secured her third consecutive Women's Singles title, triumphing over teammate Wang Manyu in the final. Wang Chuqin expressed gratitude to the Chinese team for their support after overcoming earlier setbacks in the competition. The article notes increasing competition in the world of table tennis, with other countries achieving notable successes. The Chinese team is now preparing for the upcoming World Team Table Tennis Championships in London.
Summary: The 2026 Wu Yue Cup Zhejiang Provincial City Football League commenced in Jiaxing, Zhejiang, with a match between Jiaxing and Quzhou. The tournament, jointly organized by the Zhejiang Provincial Sports Bureau and other entities, features 11 teams competing in a round-robin format, with the top eight advancing to a single-elimination knockout stage. The competition aims to promote mass participation in sports and boost the local economy. Robot "Chongchong" and Zhejiang football player Wang Yudong kicked off the event. The stated objectives include increased sports engagement, urban vitality, consumer spending, and industrial development.
Summary: Chen Yuanyang, a 60-year-old coach at Chanxi Elementary School in Guizhou Province, has dedicated over 30 years to training local children in wrestling, providing them with an alternative path to success. Despite initial skepticism from parents due to financial burdens, Chen persisted, leading to many of his students entering professional sports schools and becoming coaches themselves. He even obtained a national referee certification to improve his coaching. With improved training facilities and the support of former students like Yang Chao, Chen's work ensures the continuation of wrestling training in the region. Chen is retiring in May, but he expressed the intention to continue contributing to wrestling in Yinjiang County.
Summary: Chinese women's volleyball team head coach Zhao Yong announced a 17-member training roster with the goal of qualifying for the Los Angeles Olympics as soon as possible. The roster is a mix of veteran and younger players, with key player Li Yingying absent due to recovery training. Veteran player Diao Linyu rejoins the team. Zhao Yong highlighted the importance of winning the Asian Women's Volleyball Championship in Tianjin in August to directly qualify for the Olympics, emphasizing analysis of rivals like Japan, Thailand, South Korea, and Vietnam. Zhao Yong said that the team's goal is to improve scoring ability in order to win the Asian Championship.
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Summary: The Beijing People's Art Theatre's production of the classic play "Teahouse" ("茶馆") has returned to the stage, with tickets selling out quickly, highlighting its enduring cultural significance. Director Feng Yuanzheng emphasized the theatre's commitment to preserving the original artistic traditions of the play, while actors like Liang Guanhua and Pu Cunxin spoke about the importance of passing the play down to younger generations. The theatre is actively focused on cultivating young artistic talent through training programs and mentorship, aiming to address a broader challenge in Chinese theatre. Furthermore, a 4K high-definition film adaptation of "Teahouse" will be showcased at the Beijing International Film Festival.
Summary: The article discusses the increasing popularity of immersive cultural tourism experiences in China, where historical and literary figures are reenacted to engage visitors. Cities like Chengdu and Xiangyang are highlighted for their innovative approaches, such as themed bus tours featuring costumed drivers and guides. This trend reflects a desire for deeper engagement with Chinese culture, moving beyond superficial tourism. The article emphasizes that Chinese traditional culture can both be compatible with modern society and provide a solid cultural and spiritual foundation for the times.
Summary: The article discusses the revitalization of Nan Ganquan village, located along the Grand Canal in Gucheng County, Hebei Province, which has been revitalized by balancing preservation with tourism. The village leverages its historical assets, like the Zhengkou Grand Canal Wharf remains and Shuiba dams, alongside a newly constructed historical and cultural district featuring traditional architecture and cultural exhibits. This combination of "stillness" and "movement" attracts tourists through folk performances, intangible cultural heritage demonstrations, and educational programs, boosting the local economy with new businesses and increased income for residents. The village's approach showcases a model for cultural preservation and economic development along the Grand Canal. There is no discussion of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: An article by the Center for American Progress argues that U.S. tariffs, particularly the "Liberation Day" tariffs imposed since April 2, 2025, have failed to achieve their objectives and have instead harmed U.S. consumers, businesses, and trade partners, leading to economic uncertainty and damaging the U.S.'s international image. Public opinion polls show over 60% of Americans are dissatisfied with the government's handling of tariffs, with many feeling the impact of rising costs. The tariffs have contributed to a decline in U.S. manufacturing, with nearly 100,000 jobs lost in the past year and increased uncertainty for businesses, deterring investment. These tariffs have not reduced the trade deficit with the world; therefore, they are seen as detrimental to both the US economy and the country's standing in the world.
Summary: Approximately 24,000 Japanese citizens participated in a large protest in front of the National Diet Building, organized by peace and pro-constitution groups. Protesters chanted slogans against amending the pacifist constitution, particularly Article 9, with a veteran journalist emphasizing its role in preventing Japan's involvement in wars, potentially at the behest of the United States. The article argues that the U.S.-Japan alliance does not guarantee Japan's security, and that Japan's reliance on the U.S. necessitates the sacrifice of resources and tolerance of misconduct by U.S. military personnel. The author warns of a rising movement supporting constitutional revision, led by the LDP, potentially opening the door to Japanese re-militarization. The author concludes that Japan should pursue a path of peaceful development, and reconsider its relationship with the U.S. and its neighbors.
Summary: Here's a summary of the provided articles, focusing on the relevant aspects: * **Iran:** Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Baghaei stated that the possibility of the U.S. military action in Isfahan province being an attempt to steal enriched uranium cannot be ruled out, calling the U.S. action a "disastrous failure". The head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, Eslami, stated that the attacks carried out by the US and Israel on the Bushehr nuclear power plant violated international law and constituted a war crime. * **Thailand:** Anutin Charnvirakul was sworn in as Thailand's Prime Minister. * **Japan:** Japan's Liberal Democratic Party is considering relaxing restrictions on weapon exports, which has drawn criticism domestically.
Summary: Reports indicate a dire humanitarian crisis in Sudan exacerbated by ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, including increased drone attacks on civilian infrastructure like hospitals, as well as outbreaks of infectious diseases. The UN has verified hundreds of attacks on healthcare facilities, leading to thousands of deaths and injuries, with humanitarian aid efforts severely underfunded. China's Permanent Representative to the UN, Fu Cong, proposed a "five-point consensus" for resolving the conflict, advocating for a ceasefire, humanitarian assistance, mediation, Sudanese ownership, and integrated development and security. China has provided over 2000 tons of emergency food aid and medical supplies, and implemented health and poverty alleviation projects in Sudan. The article notes the impacts of Middle East conflicts on Sudan, including increased costs for medicine insurance and transportation.
Summary: Indonesia has implemented a ban on social media for users under 16 years old to combat cyberbullying, fraud, and addiction. The government will risk-assess social media platforms based on factors like inappropriate content and data security, and non-compliant platforms face penalties. Minister of Communications and Informatics Budi Arie Setiadi stated that platforms operating in Indonesia are required to adjust their products and services to comply with the new regulations immediately with "no room for compromise." Several platforms have begun adjusting measures in response to the ban, while the government has summoned representatives from Meta and Google for non-compliance. To support the ban, the Indonesian government is strengthening digital literacy education for children and adolescents.
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Summary: The provided articles contain perspectives from foreign experts on various facets of China's development and its implications for the world. One author, from Australia, emphasizes China's proactive approach to creating the future through industrial upgrades and technological innovation, rather than passively waiting for it. Another, from France and the CEO of L'Oreal, highlights China's commitment to high-level opening-up and improving its business environment, attracting foreign investment and fostering innovation, noting that the company has benefited from the market. A third, from Cameroon, focuses on China's pursuit of common prosperity and inclusive development, offering a model for other developing nations. An author from Egypt touches on ecological civilization and how China is showing a way for humans and nature to coexist. Lastly, one from Greece discusses cultural exchange and mutual learning, emphasizing that China's approach offers a new path towards global prosperity.
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Summary: This article discusses the success of the "Hua Niu" apple in Tianshui, Gansu province, focusing on how local officials supported the apple as a pillar industry. Rather than switching to the more popular Fuji apple, cadres chose to stick with the "Hua Niu" variety, focusing on quality and long-term benefits for local farmers. Officials promoted new cultivation techniques and infrastructure improvements to address challenges in the apple industry. Cadres are also trained in apple cultivation and management, and the local government provides support to apple processing companies to expand into foreign markets.
Summary: The article discusses the problem of local governments prioritizing numerical targets and data manipulation over genuinely addressing the needs of the people, as evidenced by a Western region's nearly 100% complaint resolution rate coupled with a rising rate of repeat complaints. This phenomenon stems from a distorted view of performance assessment, where numerical achievements are valued over practical results, leading to a disconnect between statistical data and the public's actual experiences. The article stresses that true achievements are rooted in tangible improvements to people's lives, such as better housing, rural revitalization, and solutions to pressing issues like employment and healthcare. To combat this, the piece advocates for officials to focus on practical problem-solving and for performance evaluations to prioritize on-the-ground observations and public feedback. Ultimately, the article argues that a clear understanding of whose interests are served by performance is crucial to eliminating the "numbers game" and fostering genuine development.
Summary: A disciplinary inspection in Tianquan County, Sichuan Province, revealed that a village Party Secretary, Zhao, abused his position to fraudulently obtain RMB 2100 in land compensation funds related to a water plant construction project. Zhao falsely claimed compensation for land cultivated by his family that was not part of the project's land use plan. He was given a warning and had the funds seized. The article highlights the importance of preventing corruption among local officials who control resources crucial to the public.
Summary: The article reports on Baojing County in Hunan Province, which is implementing a coordinated development strategy across multiple villages. This involves grouping villages into cooperative zones ("片区") and establishing Party-building coordination committees to address issues like uneven development and weak infrastructure. The aim is to promote resource sharing and joint prosperity through unified planning and collaborative support from village-based work teams. Examples include coordinated tea production and labor allocation between villages, as well as shared agricultural machinery services. Zhou Jianwu, the Party Secretary of Baojing County, stated that they will continue to deepen the sharing and collaborative assistance to promote the flow and optimization of resource elements in a wider range and promote the transformation from "one village rich" to "village rich" and from "one beautiful place" to "one beautiful area".
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Summary: According to the Director of the National Radio and Television Administration's Television Drama Department, AI-generated content (AIGC) has rapidly permeated the film and television industry, offering both opportunities and challenges. The author emphasizes the need to balance AI's efficiency gains with uniquely human creativity to avoid homogenization and preserve cultural values. They also caution against the potential for AI to create "fake" content and disrupt copyright protections and cultural order. The author advocates for grounding AI-assisted creations in Chinese cultural heritage and contemporary themes to resonate with audiences. Ultimately, the author views AI as a tool to enhance, but not replace, human artistry in filmmaking, and views the technology as key to China's goal of strengthening its cultural influence.
Summary: This article discusses the renewed appreciation for veteran Chinese actors ("老辈艺人") and their dedication to their craft, as evidenced by recent online "archeology" highlighting their past performances. The author argues that this rediscovery reflects a dissatisfaction with the superficiality and standardization of contemporary entertainment. It emphasizes that true artistic value lies in the actor's professional dedication, life experience, and commitment to the role, which allows for artistic creations that stand the test of time. The piece calls for a return to these values in the arts. No officials or their statements were reported. The United States was not mentioned.
Summary: The variety show "Endless Melody: Chinese Pop Music Season" concluded its run, showcasing the global reach of Chinese popular music across five continents. The program interweaved stage performances with documentary segments exploring how Chinese culture is expressed, received, and recreated through pop music in overseas Chinatowns and communities. The program featured segments in Asia, Africa, and the Americas, highlighting cultural exchange through daily life, infrastructure projects, movies, medicine, and education. The show aimed to demonstrate how Chinese culture takes root and extends in different environments, focusing on the human element and various lifestyles.
Summary: The opera *Lan Hua Hua*, based on the Shaanbei folk song, has been restaged, drawing audiences and online discussions about the enduring appeal of classic folk songs. The opera enriches character development and strengthens dramatic conflict while retaining the original folk song's essence, focusing on the tragic love story of Lan Hua Hua. While praised for its music composition which weaves the folk song's melody throughout, the opera faces criticism for underdeveloped supporting characters and plot choices that potentially weaken the protagonist's image. The opera's successes and shortcomings offer valuable insights into modernizing and promoting folk art. There is no mention of any US or US-China relations.
Summary: This article discusses the popular Chinese micro-drama "Northbound," which deviates from the typical fast-paced format by depicting two migrant workers repeatedly delaying their journey home to help others. Despite their initial intention to avoid distractions, they consistently intervene in various situations, creating a "Journey to the West"-like narrative. The drama's success, with over 600 million views, is attributed to its realistic portrayal of kindness and its focus on relatable characters rather than solely prioritizing a "thrilling" plot. The author argues that this focus on authenticity and relatable characters is key to the drama's success. The drama does not appear to discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Classical music is shifting from a Western-centric model to the East, particularly China, with Asia projected to equal Western classical music revenue by the late 2030s. China's classical music scene boasts a large and youthful audience, attracting international events and fostering a new generation of talent excelling in global competitions. Eastern composers are integrating Chinese aesthetics into Western techniques, achieving international recognition and driving innovation. While facing challenges like Western-dominated evaluation systems, the East seeks to blend its cultural uniqueness with global standards. This shift signifies a more diverse and inclusive future for classical music through intercultural exchange.
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By: 本报记者 武卫政 靳 博 李家鼎
Weighing approximately 1,100 tons, equivalent to 700 small cars, and standing 128 meters tall, exceeding a 40-story residential building, this "big guy" is the Shell Nigeria offshore oil and gas project undertaken by Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd. (海洋石油工程股份有限公司).
In February of this year, with the departure of the engineering topside modules from the Tianjin (天津) Intelligent Manufacturing Base wharf, the project achieved full completion and delivery, with a construction period of only 12 months, setting a new record for international offshore oil and gas engineering construction efficiency. As an important force in China's (中国) offshore engineering construction, the COOEC Tianjin (天津) Intelligent Manufacturing Base has more than 400 sets of intelligent production equipment, which can realize the whole process digital control from material entry to production delivery, and become China's (中国) first "intelligent factory" for offshore oil and gas equipment manufacturing.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that to promote Chinese-style modernization, it is necessary to efficiently develop and utilize the ocean, promote the high-quality development of the marine economy, and embark on a path of strengthening the country through the ocean with Chinese characteristics. The "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五规划)纲要 specifically deploys "promoting the high-quality development of the marine economy."
To strengthen the country through the ocean, Tianjin (天津) is focusing on enhancing the core function of the northern international shipping hub and activating the marine economy, this "blue engine" of high-quality development.
Enhancing the function of the maritime gateway—
At the Second Container Terminal of Tianjin Port (天津港第二集装箱码头), yard bridges grab containers from the storage yard and place them steadily on unmanned trucks. The intelligent storage yard control system, put into use at the beginning of this year, plans the optimal path through millimeter-level spatial calculation, realizing efficient collaborative operation of multiple machines.
"The utilization rate of yard bridges has increased by 12.3%, and equipment energy consumption has decreased by 4.3%..." Ban Hongyu (班宏宇), Deputy Manager of the Information Department of the Second Container Terminal Co., Ltd., detailed the changes.
As the largest comprehensive port in northern China (中国), Tianjin Port (天津港) has opened 150 container routes, with trade relations with more than 500 ports in more than 180 countries and regions around the world.
Strengthening the construction of the collection and distribution system, expanding ocean trunk lines, improving the domestic coastal transportation network, and enhancing the development level of China-Europe (Asia) freight trains; systematically promoting the improvement of port support capabilities, the aggregation of port-suitable industries, and the improvement of urban functions, and strengthening the deep integration of port, industry, and city... Tianjin (天津) is taking advantage of the situation, fully exerting its strength, and accelerating the cultivation of the "hardcore" advantages of ports in marine economic development.
Increasing marine science and technology innovation—
To the deep—it can complete deep-sea experiments with a dive depth of 1,000 meters and an underwater range of 1,000 meters; to the far—it can achieve 2,500 kilometers of uninterrupted ocean navigation for 25 consecutive days.
"The two underwater vehicles developed by our company have broken the situation in which China (中国) has long relied on imported equipment in the field of kilometer-level deep-sea exploration and offshore operations," said Wu Jianguo (武建国), founder of Tianjin Hanhai Lanfan Marine Technology Co., Ltd. (天津瀚海蓝帆海洋科技有限公司). "This is due to the good ecosystem of collaborative innovation of 'production, learning, research and application' in Tianjin (天津)."
Tianjin (天津) already has 97 marine-related innovation platforms, and has basically formed a marine engineering equipment industry innovation system covering "parts and components - equipment integration - final assembly and construction - supporting services" in the fields of marine oil and gas equipment innovation, high-tech ship innovation, and port and waterway engineering innovation.
In the Binhai New Area (滨海新区), the "main battlefield" for Tianjin's (天津) marine economic development, good news has been frequently reported since the beginning of this year: the first domestic flexible intelligent spraying system for marine oil and gas equipment has been put into use; Bohua Group's (渤化集团) high-purity hydrofluoroether 7100 product has broken the foreign technology monopoly; and the solution chemistry and separation technology team of Tianjin University of Science and Technology (天津科技大学) has made breakthroughs in the field of lithium extraction from sea bittern...
"We will accelerate the integration of innovation resources in the marine field, and focus on building high-end equipment R&D clusters such as deep-sea unmanned equipment, new oil and gas exploitation equipment, and comprehensive utilization of marine chemical resources," said Wang Guangqiang (王光强), director of the Low-Carbon Technology Division of the Tianjin (天津) Science and Technology Bureau.
Optimizing the marine industrial structure—
In the Nangang Industrial Zone (南港工业区), chemical projects such as Sinopec (中石化) ethylene, Huadian (华电), and Bohua (渤化) all "drink" desalinated seawater. In Tianjin (天津), large-scale seawater desalination projects are now fully capable of being localized.
On March 20, the Key Laboratory of Seawater Desalination and Membrane Materials of the Ministry of Natural Resources was inaugurated in Tianjin (天津), marking a new stage of specialized and collaborative development in China's (中国) seawater desalination and membrane materials field. During the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) period, Tianjin (天津) will actively introduce and cultivate key equipment manufacturing enterprises in the field of seawater desalination, build a 100-billion-yuan-level seawater desalination industry chain, and build a national advanced manufacturing R&D base for the seawater desalination industry.
Cultivating and strengthening emerging industries such as seawater desalination and marine equipment, consolidating and enhancing traditional industries such as marine oil and gas and marine ships, and continuously improving modern marine service industries such as marine cultural tourism and shipping services... "Tianjin (天津) has 12 major marine industrial categories, and is now focusing on building a modern marine industrial system," said Chen Yong (陈勇), Director of the Tianjin (天津) Municipal Planning and Natural Resources Bureau and Director of the Municipal Oceanic Administration.
"We will firmly grasp General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important requirements for promoting the high-quality development of the marine economy, thoroughly implement the strategy of strengthening the country through the ocean, systematically plan the overall layout and key tasks of Tianjin's (天津) marine economic development during the '15th Five-Year Plan' (十五五) period, and make the marine economy an important growth pole for Tianjin's (天津) high-quality development," said the main person in charge of the Tianjin (天津) Municipal Party Committee.
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The service industry is an important component of the modern industrial system, and it is related to high-quality development and the overall situation of modernization construction.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Construct a new system of high-quality and efficient service industries, and promote the deep integration of modern service industries with advanced manufacturing and modern agriculture." The "15th Five-Year Plan"綱要 proposes to "implement an action plan to expand and improve the quality of the service industry," and makes arrangements to promote the high-quality and efficient development of the service industry.
During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, China's service industry demonstrated strong resilience, and the results of high-quality and efficient development were remarkable. In the past five years, the added value of the service industry has increased from approximately 61 trillion yuan in 2021 to 80.89 trillion yuan in 2025. In 2025, the added value of China's service industry increased by 5.4% year-on-year, accounting for 57.7% of the gross domestic product, and its contribution rate to national economic growth was as high as 61.4%, strongly supporting the effective qualitative improvement and reasonable quantitative growth of the national economy.
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Experiencing the integration of culture and tourism from a consumer perspective
On the evening of April 1st, the Suji Ancient Town (苏稽古镇) in Shizhong District (市中区), Leshan City (乐山市), Sichuan (四川) was brightly lit. With the sound of a gong, an immersive performance began.
Nearby, a costumed parade team passed through the streets holding flower lanterns; in the distance, intangible cultural heritage skills were on display, with iron flowers blooming in the night sky and golden molten iron falling like shooting stars.
Different from previous night tour formats, the performance adopts a progressive viewing style, superimposed with a new model of scenario-based consumption, turning landscape features such as covered bridges, ancient bridges, and riverbanks into "mobile stages," with dramas in the scenery and scenery in the dramas.
"We were deeply attracted by this performance and toured until late at night," said Jiang Aitian (蒋艾恬), a tourist from Guiyang City (贵阳市), Guizhou (贵州).
Yang Qin (杨勤), a member of the Party Leadership Group and Deputy Director of the Leshan Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism (乐山市文化广播电视和旅游局), introduced that the local area takes "culture and tourism +" cross-border integration and "technology +" scenario experience as the starting point, continuously optimizes the supply of cultural and tourism products, provides consumers with fresh experiences, and then transforms cultural and tourism traffic into increased consumption.
As an important part of the livelihood service industry, the cultural and tourism industry is not only an industry that benefits people's livelihoods but also an industry of happiness, which can not only boost consumption and revitalize resources but also meet people's yearning for a better life.
In Qianwei County (犍为县), Leshan City (乐山市), a series of old-fashioned trains have been transformed into tourist miniature trains that integrate experiences such as riding, touring mines, and tasting food.
In 2019, the Jiayang Coal Mine (嘉阳煤矿) old mining area in Qianwei County (犍为县) was selected into the list of national industrial heritage sites. After renovation, the Jiayang National Mining Park (嘉阳国家矿山公园) was born. The terminal station of the miniature train, the Bajiaogou (芭蕉沟) old mining area, is a key area of the mining park. "Bringing children here allows them to visit the old mines and feel the lives of the miners in the past, which is a very meaningful experience," said tourist Zhang Rui (张瑞).
"We deeply integrate industrial heritage with natural landscapes, folk culture, and safety popularization, and launch a variety of special experience projects, strive to stimulate new consumption growth, and let industrial heritage continue to release new value," said Yang Dachun (杨大春), Party Branch Secretary and Chairman of Sichuan Chuantou Emei Tourism Development Co., Ltd. (四川川投峨眉旅游开发有限公司). In 2025, the Jiayang·Suoluohu (嘉阳·桫椤湖) Tourist Scenic Area received 2.55 million tourists, an increase of 20% year-on-year, and tourism revenue of 349 million yuan, an increase of approximately 14% year-on-year.
From a national perspective, the cultural and tourism industry is accelerating its integration with other industries, giving rise to more new scenarios, new formats, and new models, and promoting the expansion and quality improvement of service consumption.
Study tours are integrated into culture and tourism, and students gain knowledge while enjoying the scenery and cultural immersion; technical means are added to cultural and tourism projects, and the interweaving of ancient and modern times unfolds a picture of symbiosis between humanities and technology... In the innovation of business format integration, personalized and diversified new experiences continue to emerge.
Data shows that in 2025, the operating income of cultural and related industrial enterprises above designated size nationwide exceeded 15 trillion yuan, an increase of 7.4% over the previous year calculated on a comparable basis. The number of domestic tourist trips exceeded 6.5 billion, an increase of over 16% year-on-year, and tourism spending reached 6.3 trillion yuan, an increase of 9.5% year-on-year.
Scene 2:
Looking at the silver economy from a medical and elderly care center
Early in the morning, laughter came from the activity room of the Renda Medical and Elderly Care Center (仁大医养中心) in Changchun City (长春市), Jilin (吉林). With the help of caregivers, the elderly are doing morning activities.
Grandma Zhao (赵奶奶), 83 years old, has been living in the center for more than two years. She always actively participates in the morning activities. "There are many activities such as playing games, singing, and shooting videos! If I feel uncomfortable, doctors and nurses are available at any time."
"The elderly can get very good care here," said Tang Chen (唐晨), the head of the medical and elderly care center. The center is equipped with a secondary general hospital, focusing on building a system for geriatric diseases, rehabilitation diseases, chronic disease management, and prevention of diseases.
"We comprehensively implement health checkups for the elderly who move in, understand their physical conditions, and formulate medical prescriptions, exercise prescriptions, and diet prescriptions after expert consultations, and implement a three-in-one all-round service of medical care, nursing, and care," said Su Tingting (苏婷婷), director of the nursing department of the medical and elderly care center.
Jilin Province (吉林省) promotes the improvement of the quality and efficiency of elderly care services, builds a three-level elderly care service network of county-level overall guidance, township (street) regional linkage, and village (community) proximity and convenience, accelerates the construction of community-embedded elderly care institutions, and continues to enrich the supply of elderly care service consumption, allowing the elderly to enjoy professional elderly care services nearby.
Since 2023, Changchun Renda Medical and Elderly Care Center (长春仁大医养中心) has actively developed community-embedded elderly care and family elderly care beds, organically integrating elderly care institutions with the community, and providing elderly care service support such as day care, long-term care, family elderly care beds, and home care support for the elderly.
"Auntie, treat this place as your own home. What do you want to eat tonight?" At the bedside, Zhu Bo (朱波), a caregiver at Changchun Renda Medical and Elderly Care Center (长春仁大医养中心), held Grandma Li's (李奶奶) hand and communicated with her softly. Usually, Grandma Li (李奶奶) lives with her daughter's family. Recently, Grandma Li (李奶奶) came here to receive short-term care because her daughter had to go on a business trip.
"Judging from the actual needs of the groups who come to consult and handle elderly care services, elderly care services have been developing towards refinement and personalization in recent years. In order to meet the needs, we actively adjust and increase our efforts to expand short-term care services such as 'respite services'," said Tang Chen (唐晨). This year, there are also "consumer coupons," which effectively reduce the burden of elderly care for the elderly and their families.
The "consumer coupons" mentioned by Tang Chen (唐晨) are the elderly care service consumption subsidy project for moderately or severely disabled elderly people launched by the Ministry of Civil Affairs (民政部) and the Ministry of Finance (财政部) nationwide. This year, Jilin Province (吉林省) actively promotes elderly care service consumption subsidies and issues subsidies to moderately or severely disabled elderly people who meet the requirements. "Taking Grandma Li's (李奶奶) situation as an example, the total cost during her stay is 2,000 yuan. After using 800 yuan of consumer coupons, the actual expenditure is 1,200 yuan," said Tang Chen (唐晨).
As of now, Jilin Province (吉林省) has cumulatively verified 73,800 consumer coupons, with a verified amount of 42.02 million yuan, driving elderly care service consumption of 120 million yuan, and more than 33,000 disabled elderly people have benefited from the project. At the national level, the scale of China's silver economy industry reached 9 trillion yuan in 2025, and it is expected to exceed 30 trillion yuan by 2035, and the elderly care service industry has broad prospects.
Recently, under the guidance of relevant departments, Tang Chen (唐晨) led the team to expand new consumption scenarios for elderly care services such as silver-age travel. "We will explore around the needs of the elderly, strive to expand service supply, accurately connect with needs, and make up for shortcomings and weaknesses, so that the elderly can enjoy a happy old age," said Tang Chen (唐晨).
Scene 3:
Looking at technology services from a digital transformation and intelligent upgrading perspective
Grinding mills, which take in ores and materials of various hardnesses at one end and discharge slurry at the other, are widely used in industries such as mineral processing, metallurgy, building materials, and chemicals.
"The company has been producing grinding mills for more than 40 years, and how to figure out the load of the grinding mill has always been a headache," said Du Jiyong (杜寄勇), director of the Technology Center of Shandong Jinan Heavy Industry (山东济南重工). If the grinding mill is "too full," materials will accumulate, the motor will not be able to drive it, and it will waste electricity and not grind well; if it is "hungry," it will not produce anything and will waste steel balls in vain.
How exactly is the load of the grinding mill measured?
"This is not just a weighing problem, but also related to multiple indicators such as grinding sound, material properties, and current," said Du Jiyong (杜寄勇). Jinan Heavy Industry (济南重工), as a manufacturing company, understands machinery and electricity but does not understand algorithms, so it found Inspur Cloud Continent (浪潮云洲) to cooperate in digital transformation and intelligent upgrading.
Inspur Cloud Continent (浪潮云洲) accurately connects with the development needs of Jinan Heavy Industry (济南重工), and uses digital intelligence technology to solve the operation and maintenance problems of grinding mills and activate production efficiency, which is a vivid microcosm of the deep empowerment of manufacturing by the productive service industry to promote high-quality development.
After the intelligent body engineer took the stage, he first installed an "AI brain" on the grinding mill, and integrated equipment operation data such as vibration, current, and pressure into the system through sensors such as grinding sound, temperature vibration, and weighing, and obtained more than 100 monitoring indicators.
"We clean and label the original data and transform it into a high-quality data set that can be used for training," said Shen Wanjiang (沈万江), deputy general manager of the Platform R&D Department of Inspur Cloud Continent (浪潮云洲). Then, we match the various states of the grinding mill from empty to full with feed characteristics, discharge requirements, etc., and conduct experiments again and again, and continuously "feed" the data to the large model.
After repeated training and optimization, Inspur Cloud Continent (浪潮云洲) created three major intelligent bodies for the grinding mill: production quality control, energy consumption optimization, and predictive equipment maintenance. "The experience of the digital intelligence grinding mill can be compared to that of a teacher with decades of experience, and it can also automatically calculate the optimal coal feed, water feed, and additive dosage," said Du Jiyong (杜寄勇).
With the empowerment of technology, the grinding mill has become more intelligent, the product quality pass rate has increased by 5%, the energy consumption of the grinding mill has decreased by 10%, and a single unit saves 400,000 yuan in electricity bills per year and reduces carbon emissions by 530 tons.
As China's industrial structure transformation and upgrading pace continues to accelerate, the productive service industry has become an important pole to drive economic growth, an important direction to cultivate new quality productive forces, and an important extension field for the transformation and upgrading of manufacturing.
"The productive service industry proposes systematic solutions through new technologies such as the industrial Internet, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing, which can better help manufacturing companies solve the core pain points of high costs, low efficiency, and weak innovation," said Guan Bing (关兵), director of the Institute of Industrial Economics of the China Center for Information Industry Development (中国电子信息产业发展研究院). Currently, the landing process of artificial intelligence technology is accelerating, and the pace of empowering thousands of industries is significantly accelerating. In the future, AI-driven "application scenario-based" services will usher in major development opportunities.
Data shows that the development of China's productive service industry presents the characteristics of "increasing quantity and improving quality," and there is broad space for future development. "At present, the proportion of productive service industry in the total input of unit manufacturing products in China is less than 13%, while developed economies are generally around 20%. There is still great potential for the productive service industry to empower the transformation and upgrading of manufacturing," said Guan Bing (关兵). Productive service industry enterprises should further expand and strengthen, improve quality and efficiency, strengthen in-depth cooperation with manufacturing enterprises, and promote the mutual promotion and common growth of the productive service industry and manufacturing.
(Reporters Wang Ke (王珂), Liu Wenxin (刘温馨), Wang Donghui (王东辉), Song Haoxin (宋豪新), and Zheng Zhiwen (郑智文) of this newspaper)
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I heard that many goods in Hainan (海南) are now cheaper than in the mainland. Can I buy more to bring to relatives and friends? The tax incentives of the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) are very attractive. Will this become a tax haven for some companies and people?
——Netizen from People's Daily Online (人民网)
Previously, there was a hot topic online that was very similar to this netizen's question. It was rumored online that under zero-tariff conditions, a certain imported car could be bought at half price in Hainan (海南), which made many netizens cheer: "I'll book a flight to Hainan (海南) to buy a car."
Indeed, the zero-tariff policy brings considerable benefits and is very attractive, but various preferential policies have applicable conditions. "Cheap" is not something that can be picked up casually.
Taking zero-tariff imported cars as an example, Hainan's (海南) tax-free policy for imported cars only applies to companies engaged in transportation and tourism in Hainan (海南). Companies must meet compliance conditions to be eligible to purchase. The vehicles must be used for operation, ensuring that at least one end of the origin and destination is within the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港), and the cumulative time spent in the mainland each year does not exceed 120 days.
Various duty-free goods can be purchased in Hainan (海南), but the policy stipulates that the purchase quota for consumers within a natural year is 100,000 yuan. For the part exceeding the annual duty-free shopping quota and limit, import duties on inbound articles must be paid in accordance with regulations. At the same time, customs reminds that "bulk buying" and "buying on behalf of others" are both using duty-free quotas to do business and will be held accountable according to law.
With "access thresholds," various preferential policies will not be abused.
This clearly answers the netizen's second question: the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) is unwilling and will not become a tax haven.
What is a tax haven? It generally refers to regions with extremely low or even zero tax rates, loose supervision, and non-public information, mainly relying on attracting foreign capital to transfer profits and evade taxes. The Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港), from its development positioning, system design, to regulatory system, does not meet these characteristics.
The goal of the Hainan Free Trade Port's (海南自贸港) tax incentives is to serve the development of the real economy, attract the convergence of high-end domestic and international factors, and build a high ground for institutional opening-up. It can be said that at the beginning of the policy design, the country thought of the issues that netizens are concerned about.
The highly anticipated corporate income tax rate of 15% and the maximum personal income tax burden of 15% and other tax incentives also have clear applicable conditions.
The 15% corporate income tax preference only applies to encouraged industries and requires that the company's actual management agency be located in the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港), resolutely preventing shell companies from arbitrage. If a company is only registered in the Free Trade Port (自贸港), and any of its production and operation, personnel, accounts, and property are not in the Free Trade Port (自贸港), it shall not enjoy this preferential policy.
Personal income tax preferences are only for high-end and urgently needed talents that the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) truly needs, and the talent type must meet the demand catalog, meet the recognition standards, and be jointly recognized by relevant departments. The policy also requires that, under normal circumstances, taxpayers must have lived in the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) for a cumulative period of 183 days in a tax year, and the taxable income must come from the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港), etc.
In the end, companies and individuals must have 真材实料 (zhēn cái shí liào - "genuine stuff," real ability and solid qualifications) to be eligible for these policies. The precise and targeted preferential design not only releases policy dividends but also safeguards the bottom line of tax fairness.
Good system design cannot be separated from resolute implementation. The regulatory system of the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) is also very "smart" - with the help of big data and artificial intelligence, the system can automatically give early warning of abnormal cross-border capital transfers and high-risk area transactions; using blockchain technology, important transactions can be traced throughout the entire process; exchanging financial account information with more than 100 countries and regions...
On the one hand, the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) has built an anti-money laundering system of "system + technology + cooperation" to make illegal activities nowhere to hide; on the other hand, it continues to strengthen cooperation with the international community, promote tax transparency, and crack down on loopholes.
Since its construction, the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) has focused on the four leading industries of tourism, modern service industry, high-tech industry, and tropical characteristic high-efficiency agriculture, attracting a group of companies and talents that truly take root in the Free Trade Port (自贸港) and deeply cultivate the real economy. The policy effectiveness is gradually being transformed into high-quality development momentum.
One hundred days after the full island customs closure operation, a series of data show the outstanding achievements of the Hainan Free Trade Port's (海南自贸港) construction: the amount of offshore duty-free shopping reached 15.62 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 27.64%; the cumulative number of newly added business entities was 85,000, a year-on-year increase of 39.87%; the total import and export value of foreign trade exceeded 80 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 32.9%; 223,000 foreign passengers entered the country with visa-free entry, a year-on-year increase of 54%... An open and orderly Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) is not a place for speculators to seek advantages, but a hot land for strivers to pursue their dreams.
This is the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) - what is wanted is not only "opening up," but also "healthy opening up"; what is pursued is not only "vitality," but also "sustainable vitality."
Return to TopThis reporter learned from the Ministry of Commerce (商务部): During the Qingming holiday, many regions implemented extended spring breaks, which strongly released consumer demand and injected vitality into the spring consumer market. According to business big data from the Ministry of Commerce (商务部), the average daily sales of key retail and catering enterprises nationwide increased by 2.4% year-on-year during the Qingming holiday. The visitor flow and turnover of 78 key pedestrian streets (business districts) monitored by the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) increased by 6.0% and 6.7% year-on-year, respectively.
In terms of commodity consumption, as of April 5, 2026, a total of 1.526 million subsidy applications had been received for the "automobile trade-in" program, driving new car sales of 246.8 billion yuan; sales of trade-in appliances, digital products, and smart new products reached 62.845 million units, driving sales of 215.97 billion yuan. In terms of service consumption, during the Qingming holiday, sales of key catering enterprises monitored by the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) increased by 3.9% year-on-year; hotel accommodation consumption on key platforms increased by 2.6% year-on-year, cross-city travel increased by 15.1% year-on-year, theme park consumption increased by 11.7% year-on-year, parent-child study tour orders doubled year-on-year, and car rental orders increased by approximately 40% year-on-year.
This reporter learned from the Ministry of Public Security (公安部): During the Qingming holiday, national public security traffic management departments actively responded to the safety and congestion risks brought about by the concentrated overlap of rain, snow, and fog, Qingming tomb sweeping, spring outings, and family visits. An average of more than 161,000 police officers and more than 54,000 police vehicles were dispatched daily, scientifically optimizing traffic organization, strictly managing road traffic order, making every effort to do a good job in emergency traffic management in rain, snow, and fog weather, and providing timely travel guidance and reminders, effectively ensuring safe and smooth road traffic during the holiday.
This reporter learned from the Ministry of Transport (交通运输部): During the Qingming holiday, the total cross-regional flow of people in the whole society is expected to exceed 840 million, with an average daily estimate of more than 280 million, an increase of 6% compared with the Qingming holiday in 2025.
This reporter learned from the China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. (中国国家铁路集团有限公司): On April 6, the national railway ushered in the peak of return passenger flow during the holiday, and is expected to send 20.8 million passengers, with a plan to add 1,369 passenger trains. On April 5, the national railway sent 14.756 million passengers, and transportation was safe, stable, and orderly.
(Reporters Wang Ke (王珂), Zhang Tianpei (张天培), Han Xin (韩鑫), and Li Xinping (李心萍))
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 柯仲甲
On the border of Shanghai and Jiangsu, a bridge flies across Yuandang Lake.
Many questions about the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta can be answered here.
The lake is a cross-border lake, and the bridge used to be a "dead end."
"Yuandang Lake is two-tenths in Qingpu District (青浦区), Shanghai, and eight-tenths in Wujiang District (吴江区), Suzhou, Jiangsu. In the past, everyone should have managed it, but no one could manage it well, and the water quality was inferior to Class V for a long time." Zhu Yini (朱伊妮), a senior engineer at the Qingpu District Water Conservancy Management Office (青浦区水利管理所) who grew up here, has deep feelings.
From this side of the bridge to the other, it's only a 5-minute drive, but "it used to take an hour to detour."
Thousands of differences need to be bridged, and a little consensus is being reached.
Qingpu and Wujiang jointly discuss, build, and manage, opening roads, building bridges, and managing water. Clear water and green banks have attracted a new economy.
At the eastern end of Yuandang Lake, the location of Huawei's largest global R&D center, Jinze Town (金泽镇) in Qingpu District (青浦区) aims directly at a world-class science and technology innovation base. Not far to the south, Jiashan County (嘉善县) in Zhejiang Province is "integrating northward" with Qingpu, sharing resources and developing in a differentiated manner.
Focusing on integration and high quality, a vivid slice of the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta is unfolding before our eyes.
Qingpu (青浦), Wujiang (吴江), and Jiashan (嘉善) are located at the junction of three provinces and cities, overlapping two major national strategies. In 2019, the Yangtze River Delta Ecology and Green Integrated Development Demonstration Zone, covering more than 2,400 square kilometers, was established here.
To explore the path of integration, the three regions have worked hard and provided answers—incubating 161 institutional innovation achievements, 61 of which have been replicated and promoted nationwide.
"Breaking down ideological barriers and integrating into one. Changing concepts leads to unlimited development." Chen Qiansong (陈千颂), Director of the Comprehensive Coordination Department, who has worked in the Executive Committee of the Demonstration Zone for more than 6 years since joining from the Jiaxing Municipal Party Committee Organization Department (嘉兴市委组织部), said with emotion, "General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) personally chaired four symposiums on the development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt and two symposiums on the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta, clarifying the path, teaching methods, and promoting cadres and the masses to resolve ideological knots and gather the strength for practical work."
"To promote the development of a huge collective, we must properly handle the relationship between our own development and coordinated development, and first solve the problem of ideological understanding."
"We must break down regional divisions and administrative barriers in terms of systems and mechanisms to provide institutional guarantees for integrated development."
"We must adhere to protection in development and development in protection, and coordinate economic and social development with population, resources, and the environment, so that green waters and green mountains can generate huge ecological, economic, and social benefits."
"The integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta is not something that can be achieved in a day. We must have both historical patience and a sense of urgency to seize the day, planning for the long term while working in the present."
Establish and practice a correct view of political achievements, and be firm actors and pragmatists in building Chinese-style modernization.
Exploration is still ongoing. The answer is becoming richer day by day.
"The 'crossing the river' task is clear, the 'bridge and boat' methods are effective, and solving one volume clarifies many chapters."
Looking at the map—ponds are connected to lakes, lakes lead to rivers, and rivers flow to the sea. Rivers and lakes are dotted like stars in the sky.
Presenting data—"There are about 500 large and small lakes and more than 6,700 rivers, with a river and lake water surface rate of over 20%." Chen Lanchuan (陈兰川), Deputy Director of the Ecology and Planning Construction Department of the Executive Committee of the Demonstration Zone, reported a series of numbers, "The economy is active, the population is dense, and it is also an extremely ecologically sensitive area."
Administrative divisions have boundaries, but flowing water has no borders. There are 47 important cross-border water bodies in the Demonstration Zone, and Yuandang Lake, which is in a key position, is about twice the size of West Lake.
"The river channel was silted up, the roads along the bank were blocked, and weeds were overgrown." Shen Jianwei (沈建伟), Director of the River Chief Office of the Wujiang District Water Affairs Bureau (吴江区水务局河长办), was deeply impressed by the "dirty, chaotic, and poor" state of Yuandang Lake when he patrolled the river more than 10 years ago. "Nets and poles were stretched and inserted on the lake to indicate the boundary."
The poles are in the water, and the roots are hidden in the mind.
"Everyone is calculating their own small gains, lacking the determination for integration." Chen Lanchuan said that if there is fog in the mind, there will be barriers to action.
To lead the high-quality development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, the General Secretary repeatedly urged "putting the restoration of the Yangtze River's ecological environment in an overwhelming position, jointly grasping major protection and not engaging in large-scale development";
To plan the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta, he emphasized "adhering to the unity of goal orientation and problem orientation, and focusing on the two key words of integration and high quality to grasp key tasks";
Analyzing the ideological knot, he profoundly pointed out "consciously breaking the fixed mindset of one's own 'one-acre three-point land' and working together towards the goals of top-level design."
"The General Secretary's important exposition not only deploys the 'crossing the river' task, but also leads the way to solve the 'bridge or boat' problem." In Chen Lanchuan's view, Yuandang Lake is the best testing ground for solving integration.
Take the first step and be a good "old mediator."
"In the past, there was no way to talk even if you wanted to." Shen Jianwei said helplessly, "Cross-border water bodies involve three levels and five parties. We and Qingpu have a lake, and we can't let the province come forward to talk, right?"
In November 2019, the Executive Committee of the Demonstration Zone was established, and cadres were selected from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai in equal proportions to coordinate cross-regional affairs at a high level.
"Everything is easy to discuss, but there must be someone to take care of it." Lu Gang (卢刚), Deputy Director of the Executive Committee of the Demonstration Zone, said, "In the framework involving multiple parallel administrative entities, the Executive Committee should act as a good 'old mediator,' not breaking administrative affiliation, but breaking administrative boundaries, and exploring common codes of conduct for the promotion of integration."
Where does the money come from? How to unify standards? How to manage it later? How to position the area around the lake, as a pure suburban park or an ecological and leisure complex? ... The knots to be solved are linked one by one.
"'Arguing' is the most real state." Chen Lanchuan, who has worked in the Demonstration Zone for several years, has a personal experience, "However, re-measuring with the 'integration' ruler, everyone is no longer arguing about 'yours and mine,' but 'what is the best way'."
Seeking consensus, top-level design sets the tone, building a "famous cultural and ecological lake area"; demonstrating leadership, standards are high rather than low, the ecological shoreline on the Qingpu side is no less than 80%, and Wujiang follows suit; respecting reality, construction is carried out according to local conditions, Jiangsu is a major province of seedlings, and more local tree species are selected for shoreline revegetation.
Working persistently, thousands of "ones" are gradually integrated into one.
"The first phase of the Yuandang Lake project summarizes guiding opinions, promotes the second phase of construction, and then forms implementation standards, providing a reference for the treatment of more cross-border water bodies." Chen Lanchuan said with emotion, "The 'crossing the river' task is clear, the 'bridge and boat' methods are effective, and solving one volume clarifies many chapters."
The ripples of integration and high quality are spreading towards a wider river.
From "solving one problem" to "solving a class of problems." Focusing on planning management, public services, and the flow of factors, the exploration of integration is deepening and becoming more practical, with a unified map for planning, a unified standard for environmental protection, and a unified market.
The momentum of high-quality development is strong. The green network anchors the development boundary, ecological advantages gather innovative resources, reducing volume, increasing capacity, and improving quality, "the GDP growth rate of the two districts and one county ranks among the top in the prefecture-level city or municipality where they are located." Lu Gang introduced that by the end of 2025, the number of high-tech enterprises in the Demonstration Zone reached 3,713, which is 2.4 times the number at the beginning of its establishment.
Development results benefit people's livelihoods. 566 medical insurance designated medical institutions in the region have realized direct cross-provincial medical insurance settlement for outpatient and inpatient services; 10 inter-provincial "dead-end roads" have been opened to traffic, and 8 inter-provincial buses have cumulatively transported more than 5 million passengers...
Leaving the residence of the Executive Committee of the Demonstration Zone, it takes only a quarter of an hour to reach Yuandang Lake.
A newly built slow-moving bridge spans Qingpu and Wujiang. People from both places who cycle and walk say, "When ideas break the ice, visions can become reality."
"Starting from reality, acting according to the laws, practice, understanding, and then practice again"
Why did Huawei's R&D center, a landmark project of the Shanghai International Science and Technology Innovation Center, which introduced more than 30,000 R&D personnel and focused on the forefront of the new generation of information technology industry, settle in Qingpu?
International openness advantages, integrated location advantages, industrialized cluster advantages, and high-end talent advantages.
"We must also add a key point, the ecological and green advantages that have been cultivated for many years." Wang Ping (王平), Secretary of the Qingpu District Committee (青浦区委书记), said, "Looking at the world, a good ecology is always highly compatible with knowledge-intensive enterprises."
In the past, people in Qingpu also had ideological swings and difficulties. One view was that as Shanghai's water ecological barrier, Qingpu was subject to many restrictions, which affected production and development.
How to balance the present and the long term? How to grasp ecological protection and economic development?
In 2007, Xi Jinping (习近平), then Secretary of the Shanghai Municipal Party Committee, came to Qingpu for investigation and made a final decision: "We must dialectically view the problems in development, and we must never sacrifice long-term interests for temporary development and pay a heavy price." "We must further increase pollution control efforts, continue to strengthen water environment management, and take the lead in transforming the economic development mode."
Many years later, facing the "practice of sacrificing the environment in exchange for temporary economic development" that still has a considerable market in the country, General Secretary Xi Jinping's words pointed directly to the crux of the matter: "Some comrades are not clear about the potential demand contained in ecological and environmental protection, they do not realize the supply that these demands may stimulate and the new growth points that may form, and they do not deeply explore the paths and methods of transforming green waters and green mountains into golden mountains and silver mountains."
With the entrustment in mind, Qingpu is moving forward firmly.
Building a full-chain governance system from "source" to "dragon head," black and odorous and inferior Class V water bodies have been completely eliminated; east-west cross-border water bodies and the central ring city water system have been transformed into scenic check-in places after restoration; the per capita park green space has increased to 12 square meters... Reducing carbon, reducing pollution, and expanding green space, for more than ten years, we have been persevering and tireless.
In recent years, Qingpu has implemented nearly 10,000 industrial structure adjustment projects. Turning around, we have embraced modern logistics and high-end equipment manufacturing according to local conditions, and cultivated the new generation of information technology industry, making continuous efforts and cultivating a solid foundation in subdivided tracks. In 2025, the scale of Qingpu's new generation of information technology industry exceeded 100 billion yuan for the first time.
"Starting from reality, acting according to the laws, practice, understanding, and then practice again." Wang Ping said, "In the opening year of the '15th Five-Year Plan,' Qingpu will accelerate the construction of the Yangtze River Delta Innovation Hub."
Scientific development that follows economic laws, and sustainable development that follows natural laws.
"Accelerating the exploration of a new model of ecologically friendly high-quality development" is written into the "Overall Plan for the Yangtze River Delta Ecology and Green Integrated Development Demonstration Zone." "Encourage the three regions to boldly try and boldly break through, starting from reality." Lu Gang said.
Jiashan (嘉善), Xiangfu Lake (祥符荡), about 3,400 acres of lake surface with clear waves rippling.
"In the past, the yellow mud-like water could not be seen to the end at a glance." Li Xin (李欣), Deputy Director of the Planning and Construction Bureau of the Jiashan Demonstration Zone Management Committee (嘉善示范区管委会规划建设局副局长), said. In 2022, ecological restoration was launched. About 1.9 million square meters of "underwater forest" helps to consolidate soil and purify water—"The transparency of the water body has increased from less than 0.5 meters to more than 2 meters, the water quality in the core area has reached Class II, and the biodiversity in the surrounding area has increased by 30%."
With clear water and green banks, Zhejiang University followed the trail.
Aiming at fields such as "ecology +" and "green +," promoting the transformation of scientific and technological achievements, and serving the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta, the school, city, and county jointly built a high-energy innovation platform, the "Zhejiang University Yangtze River Delta Wisdom Green Oasis Innovation Center." The center has 8 laboratories, with "Future Environment" among them.
"A good ecology attracts us to settle down and also provides scenarios for experimental development and achievement application." Liu Lei (刘磊), assistant director of the laboratory, introduced that the independently developed water ecological restoration grass carpet "Oasis Carbon Grass" and intelligent algae control robots have been put into use in the Yangtze River Delta.
Ecological foundation, innovation gathering, and regional win-win.
A new model of technological innovation and ecological governance advancing side by side, and a new platform focusing on the deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation are taking root and growing on the banks of Xiangfu Lake.
"Putting yourself in the overall situation of integration, solving problems for the overall situation, and adding impetus to yourself"
After turning a few corners, the water of Xiangfu Lake meets the Taipu River.
In the 1950s, facing common water disasters, the Party Central Committee decided that the three provinces and cities should cooperate, and generations of people worked together to dig out this artificial canal.
Speaking of the Taipu River, the people of Wujiang have too many feelings: "Putting yourself in the overall situation of integration, solving problems for the overall situation, and adding impetus to yourself."
The Taipu River has witnessed the rise of Wujiang.
At its peak, thousands of enterprises such as textile printing and dyeing were distributed along the river. "What followed was a large amount of industrial wastewater." Lu Guoxiang (陆国祥), Deputy Director of the Wujiang District Ecology and Environment Bureau (吴江区生态环境局副局长), recalled vividly.
Falling into the inertia of "polluting first and then treating, destroying first and then restoring," Wujiang's prosperity was precisely the trouble of the downstream.
The upstream wants to produce, and the downstream wants to live. The contradiction was once difficult to reconcile.
In 2018, the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta was elevated to a national strategy. In 2019, the Demonstration Zone was established, and Wujiang could no longer stay out of it.
The four big characters "ecological green" on the signboard of the Demonstration Zone, the occasional heavy metal exceeding events in the downstream water bodies, and the local people's desire for a good ecology... All kinds of factors pushed Wujiang to think deeply.
"Upstream responsibility," a brave man breaks his wrist.
Cleaned up more than 3,000 small enterprises of various types of "scattered, disorderly, and polluting," eliminated more than 180,000 water jet looms... Unified planning of 4 parks, 72 large textile printing and dyeing enterprises entered the park for transformation and upgrading, "industrial buildings upstairs, intensive land use increased by more than 30%, the overall production capacity did not increase, and the key water pollutants decreased by more than 50%." Song Qinhua (宋勤华), Deputy Section Chief of the Wujiang District Bureau of Industry and Information Technology (吴江区工信局副科长), said.
"The clear Taipu River is back!"
Yinshuimiao Village (银水庙村), Yaozhuang Town (姚庄镇), Jiashan (嘉善), the Taipu River flows through here. Photography enthusiast Yu Caiming (郁彩明) was surprised to find that fireflies that had not been seen for many years broke into the camera, "These little guys are picky about the environment."
One water runs through Wu and Yue, and the clear waves connect the three places.
In 2018, Xi Jinping (习近平) chaired a symposium on further promoting the development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt in Wuhan, Hubei. "Correctly grasping the relationship between one's own development and coordinated development" has become one of the five relationships that need to be correctly grasped.
"Each region and each city in the Yangtze River Economic Belt should and must have the willingness to promote its own development, which is beyond reproach, but in the process of their respective development, they must proceed from the overall situation, establish a 'one game of chess' thinking, and put their own development into the overall situation of coordinated development."
"Looking back, small sacrifices are exchanged for big gains." Lu Guoxiang felt particularly deeply, "The era requirements of ecological civilization and the pressure of integration are the best opportunities for traditional industries to turn crises into opportunities and cultivate new momentum."
In the drizzle, on the construction site of the new factory building of Xinda Printing and Dyeing Company, workers are working hard.
This enterprise that "grew up" on the banks of the Taipu River has now moved as a whole to the printing and dyeing functional agglomeration area located in Pingwang Town.
"Looking at the long term and calculating the big picture." In the simple prefabricated house next to the construction site, Jiang Xinghua (姜兴华), the person in charge of the overall relocation project, was calm and composed in the face of "pain."
The new factory building is newly planned, and the production process is more reasonable; the digital and intelligent transformation reduces labor costs by 15%; the roof is covered with photovoltaics, saving 5 million yuan in electricity costs per year; waste heat recovery and intelligent energy use further reduce costs and increase efficiency...
"The government has established a service team to help with handling affairs, and construction started as soon as the land was acquired." Jiang Xinghua calculated an account: after putting into operation, the production capacity will not be expanded, the annual output value will exceed 450 million yuan, and the tax revenue per mu will reach 600,000 yuan, far exceeding the previous level.
Integration is not "uniformization." The new pattern of the "surface" is also the repositioning of the "point"—
"Yangtze River Delta Qingpu Wujiang Jiashan High-tech Industrial Development Zone," more than two months ago, the country's first cross-provincial high-tech industrial development zone was officially named. Qingpu Park is focusing on the "high-performance composite materials industry," and Wujiang Park is optimizing the "green new materials industry." Each is showing its strengths and organically integrating to form an overall synergy.
Jiashan, Xiangfu Laboratory. Among the service contract amounts of the concept verification center and pilot platform projects in the past three years, the proportion from Shanghai and Jiangsu exceeds 50%, and the innovation chain and industrial chain are deeply integrated across regions.
"Promoting the three regions to calculate the 'big picture' makes various elements flow more freely." Lu Gang said, "Avoiding internal competition in investment promotion and industrial isomorphism provides replicable and scalable samples for national cross-regional industrial collaboration."
"Grasp it firmly when you see it accurately, do it creatively, and grasp it resolutely and forcefully"
"Once you've identified the right thing to do, get to work on it quickly, do it creatively, and grasp it firmly and powerfully."
Having just finished preparing their lesson plans, the teachers at Jiashan Technician College (嘉善技师学院) are heading to new "classrooms": visiting companies and connecting with their needs. In recent years, the college has established partnerships with more than 120 companies in the Yangtze River Delta (长三角).
Building a modern industrial system requires strong support from the integration of industry and education. In the past, however, professional fields and industries sometimes "brushed past each other."
For example, there are many elevator companies in Wujiang (吴江), but the local area lacks mechatronics-related programs. Across a river, mechatronics is a strength of Jiashan Technician College (嘉善技师学院), "but secondary vocational schools cannot recruit students across provinces." said Wang Feng (王峰), the college's president.
Pain points are breakthroughs.
Led by the Executive Committee of the Demonstration Zone, the three regions worked together to break down barriers, and the integrated reform of vocational education emerged - pioneering cross-provincial enrollment for secondary vocational schools nationwide, collaboratively optimizing professional settings, teaching implementation, and industry-education integration, with students' "registration following the person, credit recognition, and mutual graduation." In recent years, more than 800 students in the Demonstration Zone have enrolled in their desired majors across provinces.
Exploring integration, there is little experience to draw on and no precedents to follow.
What can open up a new situation for development? Cadres and the masses in the three regions have reached a consensus in practice: "Once you've identified the right thing to do, get to work on it quickly, do it creatively, and grasp it firmly and powerfully."
It's time for the joint river patrol again.
Shen Xiaohua (沈晓华) and two "old partners," Chi Jianfang (池建芳) and Shen Jianchun (沈建春), meet on the banks of the Taipu River (太浦河).
From Fenghu Bay Village (汾湖湾村) in Wujiang (吴江), Xinchi Village (新池村) in Qingpu (青浦), and Hubin Village (湖滨村) in Jiashan (嘉善), the three of them, as village Party organization secretaries, have another common identity: "joint river chiefs."
"We discuss problems together, solve them on-site, and share the costs," said Shen Xiaohua (沈晓华).
Water management is not easy, and water protection is even more difficult.
"Cross-border water body protection is difficult, especially at the boundaries," said Shen Jianwei (沈建伟). Starting from Wujiang's (吴江) exploration, and then to Jiashan (嘉善) and Qingpu (青浦), a mechanism with "joint governance, joint river patrols, joint management and protection, joint monitoring, and joint law enforcement" as its core has gradually taken shape.
In 2020, the Executive Committee of the Demonstration Zone, together with eight departments and units including the Taihu Lake Basin管理局 of the Ministry of Water Resources (水利部太湖流域管理局), "based on the joint river chief system design," formed a regional cross-border water body collaborative protection system, promoting water management from project cooperation to institutional innovation.
"The proportion of surface water in the Demonstration Zone that reaches or is better than Class III has increased by 23 percentage points compared to 2019," Chen Lanchuan (陈兰川) said proudly. "Last year, we brought back the golden sign of the 'Green Water and Green Mountains are Golden Mountains and Silver Mountains' practice innovation base."
Seek truth from facts and be pragmatic, seek political achievements for the people, and seek political achievements through hard work.
Arriving at the Jiashan (嘉善) Government Affairs Service Center, the red-vested "guidance," the blue-vested "assistance," and the yellow-vested "bottom-line assistance" "ensure that the masses can get things done when they enter this door," said Pan Gaofeng (潘高峰), Deputy Director of the Jiashan County (嘉善县) Government Affairs Service Management Office.
Services are on-site and online. Jiashan (嘉善) has innovatively launched the "Demonstration Zone Government Affairs Service Map" and the "Demonstration Zone Personal Electronic License Package."
"The map is simultaneously launched on the Qingpu (青浦), Wujiang (吴江), and Jiashan (嘉善) government affairs service APPs, with one place innovating and three places sharing," Pan Gaofeng (潘高峰) introduced, "solving a series of problems for the masses in cross-provincial affairs, such as 'not being able to find outlets,' 'not being clear about the process,' and 'not bringing licenses.'"
Looking at the Demonstration Zone, it has so far released six batches of 72 public service co-construction and sharing lists, and more than 3,500 cross-provincial handling items have been completed. The pilot project for cross-regional settlement of pension subsidies has also been launched by the end of 2025.
From laying the foundation and setting up pillars and beams to comprehensively advancing and accumulating momentum, the Demonstration Zone has presented a new look after more than six years of struggle.
As historical time enters the "15th Five-Year Plan" period of consolidating the foundation and fully exerting efforts, how should we view and do the integrated and high-quality exploration of the Yangtze River Delta (长三角) Demonstration Zone?
"For urgent matters, we must act immediately and handle them quickly, and we cannot be slow and procrastinate. For long-term tasks, we must maintain strategic focus and patience, adhere to drawing a blueprint to the end, 滴水穿石 (dī shuǐ chuān shí - "dripping water pierces stone," perseverance will eventually overcome any difficulty), and work for a long time."
With the same heart in the three regions, we can have such clear canals.
Thousands of acres of blue waves are flowing into the East China Sea.
(Our reporters Liu Junguo (刘军国), Ju Yunpeng (巨云鹏), and Bai Guangdi (白光迪) participated in the writing)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 林丽鹂
Commodity barcodes are a commodity's "ID card," a "pass" for commodity circulation, and an important tool for product quality traceability and digital supervision. Recently, the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局) issued the newly revised "Measures for the Administration of Commodity Barcodes" (《商品条码管理办法》), which will be implemented on May 1.
"This revision is mainly to adapt to the needs of building a unified national market and to provide a more solid infrastructure guarantee for commodity circulation. The revised management measures focus on regulating the entire life cycle management of commodity barcodes," said Guo Chenguang (郭晨光), Deputy Director of the Standards Innovation Department of the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局标准创新司).
"Commodity barcodes, simply put, are the 'product digital identification' of commodities," introduced Luo Fangping (罗方平), Party Secretary and Chairman of China EAN (物品编码) Association. After 40 years of development, the number of members in China's commodity barcode system has jumped to the first place in the world. At present, the total number of enterprises in China applying to use commodity barcodes has exceeded 650,000, and the total number of products using commodity barcodes has exceeded 240 million, widely covering key industries such as industrial products, food, and medical and health care.
"After the implementation of the management measures, it will play a positive role in many aspects, such as reducing the burden on enterprises, empowering industrial development, and ensuring the orderly operation of the market," introduced Xu Yiwen (徐一文), Deputy Director of the Department of Laws and Regulations of the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局法规司).
Substantially reduce the burden on enterprises and continue to optimize the business environment. This revision focuses on the pain points and difficulties of enterprises in handling affairs, further simplifies the handling process, reduces approval links, clearly cancels the qualification certification of commodity barcode printing enterprises, exempts sellers from the obligation to inspect commodity barcode certification documents, standardizes commodity barcode-related charging standards, and effectively relaxes restrictions and reduces burdens for enterprises.
Help high-quality development and promote industrial transformation and upgrading. Relying on the role of commodity barcodes as the "ID card" of commodities, integrate various information such as commodity production and circulation, administrative licenses, certification and accreditation, and inspection and testing, improve the commodity quality and safety traceability system, and realize the traceability of the entire life cycle of commodities; at the same time, accelerate the digital collection of commodity information, which not only injects power into the high-quality development of the industry, but also better protects consumers' right to know and right to choose.
Improve the standard system and strengthen practical application support. This revision further expands the coverage of commodity barcode national standards, adds the "Requirements for Related Codes and Barcode Representation of Bulk and Bulk Commodities" (《散装和大宗商品相关编码与条码表示》), and further improves the commodity barcode series standard system. This measure fills the practical shortcomings of incomplete standard coverage in the past, making the application of commodity barcodes in various commodities and links more standardized and operable.
How to give play to the traceability verification and data support role of commodity barcodes to better protect the safety of the people and ensure the implementation of the trade-in policy?
Guo Chenguang (郭晨光) introduced that last year, the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局) launched a pilot project of code verification for the quality and safety of key products sold online. For 10 types of products closely related to the safety of people's lives, such as power banks and electric bicycles, it promoted "one code traceability" to build a "production source code assignment, platform code verification and code display, and consumer code recognition and use" full-chain regulatory system.
First of all, starting from the source of production, enterprises are required to "register" their products, that is, "source code assignment," and truthfully record the real information of the products. Secondly, in the circulation link, we will promote 10 mainstream e-commerce platforms to realize "platform code verification and dynamic code display" and strictly review whether the products sold on the platform have this code and whether the information is correct. Finally, and most importantly, it is for consumers. They only need to pick up their mobile phones to scan the code to clearly see the real appearance of the product, which company produced it, what standards are implemented, and even the product inspection report. This kind of "penetrating" supervision can accurately locate problematic products, dynamically track risks, and effectively curb the chaos of "mismatched goods" and fake and shoddy products such as power banks.
In the trade-in process, commodity barcodes are a key technical means to ensure that government subsidies can be accurately distributed, and can effectively prevent loopholes such as "fraudulent subsidies" and "arbitrage," so that good policies can truly benefit consumers.
Return to TopThis newspaper Beijing (北京), April 6th (Reporter Wang Ke (王珂)) - The Ministry of Commerce (商务部) and five other departments recently issued the "Guiding Opinions on Better Serving the Real Economy and Promoting High-Quality Development of E-commerce," proposing 16 measures in 5 aspects to build a high-quality development framework system for e-commerce.
Focusing on empowering and increasing efficiency, the opinions propose three measures: helping the transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises, deepening rural e-commerce, and cultivating industrial e-commerce, to leverage the advantages of e-commerce to help consolidate and strengthen the foundation of the real economy.
Strengthening innovation leadership, the opinions propose three measures: accelerating technological innovation and application, vigorously developing quality consumption, and actively building integrated carriers, to deepen online and offline integration and help achieve a higher level of dynamic balance between supply and demand.
Promoting high-level opening-up, the opinions propose four measures: promoting cross-border e-commerce, expanding "Silk Road E-commerce (丝路电商)," accelerating institutional opening-up, and promoting rule alignment, to jointly build and share China's (中国) large e-commerce market.
Creating a sound ecology, the opinions propose three measures: consolidating platform responsibilities, strengthening regular supervision, and guiding compliant overseas development, to promote win-win development for all parties in the ecosystem.
Strengthening support and guarantees, the opinions propose three measures: optimizing the supply of financial products, activating the value of data elements, and strengthening precise talent cultivation, to continuously consolidate the foundation for e-commerce development.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 6th (Reporter Liu Wenxin (刘温馨)): Recently, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部) and the All China Federation of Supply and Marketing Cooperatives (中华全国供销合作总社) jointly issued the "Notice on Further Strengthening the Construction of the Recycling and Utilization System for Lithium-ion Batteries of Electric Bicycles," giving full play to the role of the supply and marketing cooperatives and their affiliated enterprises' recycling network for renewable resources, further extending the reach of grassroots recycling, and promoting the standardized recycling and scientific utilization of lithium batteries.
The notice makes deployments from aspects such as leveraging existing resources, strengthening the leading role of leading enterprises, supporting digital monitoring, and ensuring coordinated safeguards. It proposes guiding electric bicycle manufacturers and lithium battery manufacturers to cooperate with cooperative-owned enterprises to build recycling outlets, and to do a good job in lithium battery recycling, storage, and comprehensive utilization. It proposes strengthening the role of leading enterprises in the renewable resource recycling and utilization industry, encouraging leading enterprises such as China National Resources Recycling Association (中再生) to plan and layout lithium battery recycling and utilization, and promoting flexible and diverse recycling models. It supports the use of digital technology to monitor the flow of lithium battery information, and guides relevant participants to upload recycling information through the platform. It proposes to strengthen departmental coordination, explore advanced experiences and models, and emphasizes the establishment of a docking mechanism, strengthening work scheduling and publicity guidance.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 戴楷然
In recent years, China and Africa have continuously deepened cooperation in the field of medical and health care, and the exchanges of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) have yielded fruitful results. The Luban Workshop in Mali cultivates local TCM talents, the Chinese medical team carries out TCM diagnosis and treatment in Tanzania, and South Africa uses artificial intelligence technology to improve the efficiency of TCM diagnosis and treatment... Traditional Chinese medicine has taken root in Africa in various forms, integrated into the local medical service system, and brought health and well-being to more and more African people.
Mali TCM Technology Luban Workshop—
"Strive to cultivate more local TCM talents"
At Tianjin Medical College (天津医学高等专科学校), 25-year-old Aaron Michael, a Malian student, and four other classmates sat together to discuss the content of the class. "If the patient has low back pain, can these acupoints be needled together?" Someone raised a question, and several people flipped through the book while gesturing at the location of the acupoints. These five students are all from the Mali TCM Technology Luban Workshop and came to Tianjin (天津) in December last year to begin a three-year training in TCM theory and practice.
In December 2019, Tianjin Medical College, Tianjin Hongxing Vocational Secondary Professional School (天津市红星职业中等专业学校), and the University of Science, Techniques and Technologies of Bamako (马里巴马科科技大学) and the University of Human Sciences of Bamako (巴马科人文大学) in Mali established the world's first TCM Technology Luban Workshop in Mali. "We are committed to providing TCM vocational skills training for Malian youth, so that more people can understand and learn traditional Chinese medicine." Diarra Boubacar, the initiator of the Luban Workshop, told reporters.
Diarra's relationship with TCM dates back more than 40 years. In 1984, Diarra came to China to study, and first came into contact with TCM while studying at the Beijing Language Institute (北京语言学院) (now Beijing Language and Culture University), and developed a strong interest. Through systematic study of TCM theory, he became the first foreigner to receive a doctorate in TCM. After returning to China after completing his studies, Diarra has been committed to promoting TCM culture.
Today, the Mali TCM Technology Luban Workshop has formed a complete talent training system. At the University of Science, Techniques and Technologies of Bamako, students can take TCM as an elective course or as a major. Over the past six years, the Luban Workshop has trained more than 1,000 TCM-related talents, of which 54 Malian students have received systematic training and become TCM practitioners. "With its curative effect and reputation, TCM has gradually been accepted by more and more Malian people," Diarra said.
The vocational education model and TCM technology from China are gradually integrated into the local medical system, and the Luban Workshop has become a new business card for China-Africa medical cooperation. Diarra said that there are similarities between traditional Chinese and Malian medicine. He hopes to introduce the concept of TCM into Mali, and at the same time promote Malian traditional medicine to go out of Africa, so that non-Chinese traditional medicine can jointly benefit human health in exchanges and mutual learning.
"TCM is a bridge connecting different civilizations. In the future, we must strive to cultivate more local TCM talents so that TCM can take root and develop in Mali." Diarra said that he is planning to open a TCM clinic at the Mali Traditional Medicine Research Institute to facilitate patients to receive TCM treatment.
Chinese Medical Team to Tanzania—
"TCM diagnosis and treatment methods are fast and effective"
In the Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospital (姆贝亚大区转诊医院) in southwestern Tanzania, a patient who has been suffering from cervical pain for a long time is lying on a treatment bed. Chen Wenming, a member of the 27th Chinese Medical Team to Tanzania, gently twists a silver needle to perform acupuncture for him. As the needle slowly moves, the patient's tense muscles gradually relax. A few minutes later, the patient slowly sat up, moved his back, and felt much more relaxed. Tanzanian medical staff watching the scene carefully recorded the key points of the operation. In this TCM training, more than 30 medical staff from various departments of the hospital also learned the basic theory of TCM, the ideas of conditioning common diseases, and techniques such as acupuncture, massage, and cupping.
"Acupuncture, massage and other TCM diagnosis and treatment methods are fast and effective, which is impressive." Mboma, head of surgery at Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospital, said that the training broadened clinical treatment ideas and further promoted clinical cooperation between Tanzania and China.
Since arriving in Mbeya in August 2024, members of the 27th Chinese Medical Team to Tanzania have incorporated TCM into routine diagnosis and treatment while carrying out daily medical services. Chen Wenming introduced to reporters that the team members flexibly used traditional Chinese medicine therapies such as moxibustion and auricular point pressing according to the patient's condition to help many orthopedic and chronic pain patients relieve symptoms and improve physical function. "Tanzanian people have a tradition of using herbs and massage, which creates good conditions for promoting TCM locally," Chen Wenming said.
Ligi, a TCM affairs officer at the Tanzanian Ministry of Health, studied in China and has a strong interest in TCM. "TCM therapy provides new options for clinical treatment in Tanzanian hospitals, especially in chronic pain management," Ligi said.
South African African TCM and Acupuncture Center—
"Artificial intelligence technology brings more possibilities for TCM diagnosis and treatment"
Walking into the African TCM and Acupuncture Center (非洲中医及针灸中心) in Johannesburg (约翰内斯堡), South Africa, Christine, a 26-year-old South African girl, came to the TCM artificial intelligence diagnosis and treatment equipment under the guidance of the staff and collected facial and tongue images according to the prompts. A few minutes later, a TCM physical examination report including constitution analysis and health advice appeared on the screen.
"Your body is somewhat deficient in qi and blood, and is also accompanied by blocked meridians in the shoulders and neck." Hu Zijing, head of the African TCM and Acupuncture Center and associate professor at the University of Johannesburg (约翰内斯堡大学), explained to Christine one by one from the changes in the tongue to the state of the meridians.
Hu Zijing took Christine to the treatment room to experience the unique TCM therapy - pestle acupuncture. Hu Zijing introduced that pestle acupuncture therapy uses special instruments to tap on the meridians and acupoints, which is more easily accepted by patients who are new to TCM. As the gentle and rhythmic tapping sounded, Christine began to receive treatment. More than ten minutes later, she moved her shoulders: "I feel that my shoulders and neck are much more relaxed, and my whole body is lighter."
The African TCM and Acupuncture Center is the acupuncture clinical practice base of the University of Johannesburg. Since 2020, the University of Johannesburg has offered acupuncture courses, enrolling about 50 undergraduates and 20 graduate students each year, adopting a combination of classroom teaching and clinical practice to focus on cultivating local TCM talents. Tasnim Patel, an acupuncture student at the University of Johannesburg, has become a practicing physician at the African TCM and Acupuncture Center after six years of continuous undergraduate and master's studies. She told reporters that she now sees about 15 patients a week, many of whom come for chronic pain, muscle strain or stress-related insomnia.
In recent years, the African TCM and Acupuncture Center has introduced TCM artificial intelligence diagnosis and treatment equipment to make the diagnosis and treatment process more efficient. "The equipment can analyze the patient's constitution through facial and tongue images and other data, and combine a large number of real cases in the database to provide diagnostic references for doctors." Patel said, "It allows us to understand the patient's situation more quickly and comprehensively, so as to provide more accurate diagnosis and treatment services."
"Artificial intelligence technology brings more possibilities for TCM diagnosis and treatment." Hu Zijing said that TCM emphasizes holistic view and dialectical thinking, and artificial intelligence can integrate a large amount of data to help doctors better conduct diagnostic analysis. "The deep integration of TCM and artificial intelligence provides a new path for the promotion of TCM culture overseas, allowing more and more African people to understand TCM culture."
Return to TopThe Japanese right-wing forces openly collude with the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces, which is not only an external manifestation of deep-rooted colonial sentiments, but also an attempt to use the Taiwan issue as an excuse to further exaggerate the tense situation in the surrounding areas, and then promote "re-militarization."
Recently, China has taken countermeasures against Keiji Furuya (古屋圭司), a member of the Japanese House of Representatives, in accordance with the "Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law of the People's Republic of China." This is a just move to safeguard national sovereignty and defend international law, and a stern warning to the Japanese right-wing forces and the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces for stepping up their collusion and provoking troubles.
Keiji Furuya has repeatedly visited Taiwan and deeply colluded with the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces. Recently, he even openly clamored that "Japan is determined to protect Taiwan, Taiwan's democracy, and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait." Despite China's repeated solemn statements of its position, Keiji Furuya has not restrained himself, stopped his actions, or known when to stop. His actions seriously violate the one-China principle and the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, grossly interfere in China's internal affairs, and seriously undermine China's sovereignty and territorial integrity. After China took countermeasures against him in accordance with the law, the Japanese side claimed that China's move was "unacceptable and regrettable" and demanded that China immediately withdraw it. This reverse accusation completely misjudges China's firm determination to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, and cannot change the international community's clear judgment of the right and wrong of the matter. Even in Japan, it has aroused criticism from many people with insight. Some Japanese netizens demanded that Keiji Furuya "resign as soon as possible" and emphasized that "the more superfluous things the Takasaki (高崎) city government does, the more difficult the lives of the people will be."
The historical context and legal logic of the Taiwan issue are extremely clear. In 1895, Japan forcibly occupied Taiwan through the Treaty of Shimonoseki (马关条约), and then implemented a bloody colonial rule over Taiwan for half a century. During the period of Japanese occupation, hundreds of thousands of Taiwanese compatriots were brutally killed, the economic resources of the island were frantically plundered, and the national culture was deliberately suppressed. In 1945, after 14 years of arduous and heroic bloody battles, the Chinese people finally won the great victory of the War of Resistance Against Japan. In August of that year, the Japanese government announced its acceptance of the Potsdam Proclamation (波茨坦公告) and surrendered unconditionally. In September of the same year, Japan formally signed the Japanese Instrument of Surrender (日本投降书), promising to "faithfully fulfill the obligations of the Potsdam Proclamation." Accordingly, the Chinese government resumed the exercise of sovereignty over Taiwan. Since then, in the four political documents between China and Japan, the Japanese government has made clear commitments on the Taiwan issue. The relevant commitments have the force of international law, and there is no room for ambiguity or distortion.
Japan bears historical guilt to the Chinese people on the Taiwan issue and should deeply reflect on it and be cautious in its words and deeds. However, the Japanese right-wing forces have not only failed to learn from historical lessons, but have intensified their collusion with the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces, and have repeatedly launched provocations on the Taiwan issue. Recently, Shigeru Iwasaki (岩崎茂), former Chief of Staff of the Joint Staff of the Japan Self-Defense Forces, served as the so-called "political advisor" of the Taiwan authorities; the Japanese side condoned Cho Jung-tai (卓荣泰), the head of the administrative agency of the Taiwan region, to visit Japan under the pretext of "watching a baseball game" to seek "independence" and provoke. China is highly vigilant about these trends and firmly opposes Japan's attempt to play "edge balls" and "make breakthroughs" on the Taiwan issue. The Japanese side will pay the price for its connivance, provocation, and arbitrary actions, and must bear all the consequences caused thereby.
The Japanese right-wing forces openly collude with the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces, which is not only an external manifestation of deep-rooted colonial sentiments, but also an attempt to use the Taiwan issue as an excuse to further exaggerate the tense situation in the surrounding areas, and then promote "re-militarization." Recently, Japan has been continuously strengthening its military deployment in the Southwest Islands, accelerating the deployment of shore-to-ship missiles in Ishigaki Island (石垣岛), Miyako Island (宫古岛) and other places, and plans to deploy medium-range air defense missile units on Yonaguni Island (与那国岛), which is only 110 kilometers away from Taiwan, before fiscal year 2030. The newly formed joint fleet of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force will mainly carry out operations in the East China Sea near Taiwan. People can't help but ask: Japanese right-wing politicians claim to "maintain peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait," but why do they break through the principle of "exclusively defense-oriented" step by step in their actions, and condone or even incite military collusion between Japan and Taiwan? Who is the real culprit in undermining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait?
The Taiwan issue is the core of China's core interests, and any provocative act that touches Taiwan will inevitably pay a price. We advise the Japanese side to take history as a mirror, immediately stop playing with fire and provoking on the Taiwan issue, and stop colluding with the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces to create troubles. Otherwise, it will inevitably be met with a head-on blow.
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"My study experience in China not only provided important opportunities for my personal growth, but also became a cherished memory for our whole family," said Professor Mohammad Shahabur Rahman, of the Department of Political Studies at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology in Bangladesh, in a recent exclusive interview with this reporter. "This unforgettable time opened a window for me to deeply understand Chinese-style modernization."
Shahabur's affinity with China began with the sincere friendship he formed with Chinese classmates during his studies abroad. While studying in the Netherlands, he met and befriended a group of Chinese students. Through their stories, Shahabur learned about China's stable economic and social development, its abundant achievements in scientific and technological innovation, and the people's peaceful and happy lives. This sparked a strong interest in this eastern land, and he resolved to visit China.
In 2016, Shahabur's wish came true when he obtained the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree at Beijing Normal University (北京师范大学), beginning his study journey in China. "Whether in academics or in life, Chinese teachers, classmates, and neighbors always patiently and meticulously provided me with help, and were happy to engage in in-depth exchanges with me on various topics. I sincerely appreciate the enthusiasm and friendliness of my Chinese friends, and I thoroughly enjoyed every day I spent there," said Shahabur.
After completing his studies and returning to his country to work at a university, Shahabur has been contributing to promoting cultural exchanges between Bangladesh and China. In 2022, the "China Corner" at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology was officially established, the first campus "China Corner" in Bangladesh. Shahabur serves as the Bangladeshi coordinator of the project. Today, students at the "China Corner" can watch Chinese movies, read Chinese books, and often speak freely at seminars on topics such as how to jointly build the "Belt and Road" initiative. Shahabur proudly said, "Students have increased their understanding of China. I look forward to more students going from here to China, to a wider world."
Shahabur is pleased to see his students study in China and broaden their horizons. He said, "Chinese universities are not only rigorous in their scholarship and strong in scientific research, but also strive to build open, inclusive, and dynamic exchange platforms, and provide many opportunities to transform theoretical knowledge into practical results. Studying in China adds more possibilities to their personal development."
In his daily research, Shahabur pays attention to the governance of China and other countries. "China's governance practices emphasize long-term planning and scientific layout, and its successful experience provides a useful reference for South Asian countries." Shahabur believes that the Chinese government, through the formulation and effective implementation of one Five-Year Plan (五年规划) after another, leads the continuous development of the economy and society, stimulates strong innovation vitality, improves people's living standards, and promotes the realization of people's aspirations for a better life step by step.
"China has always been a development partner working hand in hand with Bangladesh." Shahabur said that from the establishment of a strategic cooperative partnership in 2016 to the upgrading to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership in 2024, Bangladesh and China have forged a deep friendship based on mutual respect, mutual trust, and lasting cooperation, bringing tangible benefits to the people of both countries. He said, "Bangladesh is the first country in the South Asian region to join the joint construction of the 'Belt and Road' initiative. The Dasherkandi Sewage Treatment Plant has been completed and put into operation, and the Dhaka (达卡) area power grid system has been expanded and upgraded... The joint construction of the 'Belt and Road' has made positive contributions in various fields to promoting Bangladesh's economic and social development and improving people's well-being."
Return to TopAccording to Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 6th, comprehensive reports from Xinhua News Agency's resident foreign reporters: During the Qingming Festival, Chinese embassies in various countries, overseas Chinese, and others held memorial activities to commemorate the heroes and ancestors who are buried overseas.
As the Qingming Festival approached, Wang Wenbin (汪文斌), Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia, led embassy diplomats, overseas Chinese in Cambodia, representatives of Chinese-funded enterprises, and others to Skun Town in Kampong Cham Province to pay respects to Chen Zhiguo (陈知国) and Yu Shili (余仕利), two peacekeeping martyrs. Wang Wenbin said that Chinese peacekeeping officers and soldiers watered the flowers of peace with sweat and blood, made important contributions to Cambodia's post-war reconstruction and social stability, and demonstrated China's responsibility as a responsible major country.
He Wei (何炜), Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam, recently led embassy staff, representatives of Chinese-funded enterprises and news organizations in Vietnam to the Tao My Martyrs Cemetery in Bac Ninh Province, Vietnam, to pay their respects. He Wei read the memorial oration, deeply cherishing the Chinese martyrs who sacrificed themselves in the struggle to aid Vietnam against the United States, praising them for forging a monument of friendship between China and Vietnam, "comrades plus brothers," with their blood and lives, and comforting the heroic souls that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation has entered an irreversible historical process, and the people of the motherland will never forget them.
Zhang Zhe (张喆), Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of the Chinese Embassy in Serbia, recently led all embassy staff and representatives of local Chinese-funded enterprises, news media, students, and overseas Chinese groups to the former site of the Chinese Embassy in the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, to pay respects to Shao Yunhuan (邵云环), Xu Xinghu (许杏虎), and Zhu Ying (朱颖), three martyrs who sacrificed themselves in the 1999 bombing of the embassy. Zhang Zhe said that we must remember history, inherit the legacy of the heroes, cherish the ironclad friendship forged by the blood of the Chinese and Serbian people, and work with the international community, including Serbia, to jointly safeguard the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, oppose hegemonism and power politics, and work together to write a beautiful chapter in building a community with a shared future for mankind.
Pang Hanzhao (庞含兆), Minister-Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Papua New Guinea, led some embassy staff and representatives of Chinese-funded enterprises and overseas Chinese in Papua New Guinea to the Chinese Anti-Japanese War Soldiers and Victims Cemetery in Rabaul, East New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea, to hold a memorial ceremony. Pang Hanzhao expressed deep condolences to the sacrificed heroes and the victims who were brutally killed by the invaders, and called on all compatriots to remember the history of struggle, inherit the spirit of the heroes, bravely shoulder the important tasks of the times, and make greater contributions to comprehensively promoting the construction of a strong country and the great rejuvenation of the nation with Chinese-style modernization.
The Chinese General Association of Panama, together with several Chinese community organizations in Panama, held a Qingming Festival public memorial activity at the "Hua An Yi Zhuang" Cemetery in Panama City, where hundreds of Panamanians of Chinese descent jointly remembered their ancestors. The Chinese General Association of Panama stated that as one of the most important cultural heritages of the Panamanian Chinese community, the "Hua An Yi Zhuang" Cemetery is an important symbol of consolidating identity, promoting the spirit of unity, and respecting ancestral traditions. Panamanians of Chinese descent will continue to remember history and inherit culture.
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Guinea, located in West Africa, was the first sub-Saharan African country to establish diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China. Since the establishment of diplomatic ties, the two countries have always adhered to mutual respect and equal treatment, helping each other through changing circumstances and working together on the road to development. From hydropower stations lighting up thousands of homes to mineral resource development boosting industrial upgrading; from railways and ports opening up development arteries to hospitals and schools benefiting people's livelihoods, mutually beneficial cooperation projects have taken root in Guinea, effectively benefiting both countries and their peoples, becoming a vivid microcosm of the sincere friendship and solidarity and cooperation between China and Africa.
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the start of diplomatic relations between China and Africa. In recent years, under the strategic guidance of the heads of state of the two countries, the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between China and Guinea has continued to deepen, the traditional friendship has become more solid, and mutually beneficial cooperation has yielded fruitful results. In February this year, President Xi Jinping (习近平) announced in a congratulatory message to the 39th African Union Summit that China will fully implement zero-tariff measures on 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with China from May 1, 2026. This major initiative vividly demonstrates China's responsibility as a major country and the profound friendship between China and Africa, and will vigorously promote China and Africa to expand mutually beneficial cooperation and achieve common development on a new historical starting point. The deepening of friendly cooperation between China and Guinea will usher in broader prospects.
Traditional friendship and mutual support are the solid foundation for the steady and long-term development of China-Guinea relations. For a long time, China has always supported the Guinean people in choosing a development path that suits their own national conditions; Guinea has firmly adhered to the one-China principle and has consistently provided firm support on issues involving China's core interests and major concerns. At present, the world is undergoing profound changes at an accelerated pace, and hegemony and unilateralism are rampant. World peace, development, and the prosperity and revitalization of the Global South are facing challenges. China and Guinea need to watch out for each other, strengthen communication and coordination in international affairs, jointly safeguard the interests of developing countries and international fairness and justice, and promote the development of the international order in a more just and reasonable direction.
Mutually beneficial and win-win cooperation and joint promotion of development are the inexhaustible driving forces for China-Guinea cooperation to forge ahead. Guinea is rich in resources and has great development potential. China has a complete industrial system, mature development experience, and a super-large market. There is broad space for cooperation between the two sides. In recent years, the trade volume between China and Guinea has repeatedly reached new highs, exceeding US$18 billion in 2025. The implementation of zero-tariff measures will allow Guinea's characteristic products to enter the Chinese market more smoothly, effectively reduce trade costs, and share the dividends of China's large market. With the high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road" and the docking of the "Simandou 2040" strategic plan, cooperation between the two countries in mining, agriculture, infrastructure, green industries, digital economy and other fields will surely achieve more results, further helping Guinea's employment and industrial upgrading, and continuously injecting new impetus into the modernization process of the two countries.
Cultural exchanges and people-to-people affinity are the deep bonds that keep the friendship between China and Guinea alive. Chinese medical teams have long been rooted in the local area, conveying warmth with great love; more and more local youths have entered the Confucius Institute at the University of Conakry (科纳克里大学孔子学院) to learn Chinese and experience Chinese culture, which has become a trend. Not long ago, I and Guinean Prime Minister Bernard Goumou (乌里) jointly attended the Spring Festival celebration, opening the prelude to the "China-Africa People-to-People Exchange Year" in Guinea. The two countries will further encourage cultural exchanges and cooperation, strengthen exchanges between youths and people at all levels, so that the friendship between China and Guinea will be more deeply rooted at the grassroots level and deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and inject a continuous stream of cultural strength into the development of bilateral relations.
China and Guinea are good brothers who help each other, and even more so, they are fellow travelers in development and revitalization. Looking forward to the future, China is full of confidence in the continuous development of bilateral relations and the continuous deepening of mutually beneficial cooperation. China and Guinea will continue to move forward side by side, work together to promote modernization, jointly write a new chapter in cooperation between the two countries, and contribute more to promoting the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.
(The author is the Chinese Ambassador to Guinea)
Return to TopAccording to Xinhua News Agency, Singapore, April 6 (Reporter Shu Chang (舒畅)), the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) released a report on the 6th, stating that over the past 20 years, China has become the main hub of the regional production network.
The report stated that, from the supply side, the regional production network has undergone profound evolution. "The network originally centered on Japan has now shifted to a more dense and interconnected architecture with China as the pillar."
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The "15th Five-Year Plan" outline proposes to "give full play to the role of digital intelligence technology and data elements in enriching people's lives and improving their well-being, and expand the integrated application of education, medical care, elderly care, culture and tourism, employment, consumption and other fields."
In Hengyang (衡阳), Hunan (湖南) province, Chuanshan Academy (船山书院) uses artificial intelligence to create immersive cultural tourism; in Hangzhou (杭州), Zhejiang (浙江) province, the cultural tourism intelligent entity "Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)" transforms into a digital tour guide; in Dalian (大连), Liaoning (辽宁) province, the smart cultural tourism platform "Xingyou Dalian (行游大连)" can customize personalized itineraries... In recent years, relying on artificial intelligence, cultural tourism in various places is accelerating its upgrade towards immersive, intelligent, and personalized directions.
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"Dialogue" Across Time and Space, Rich and Vivid Cultural Experience
In spring, at Chuanshan Academy (船山书院) in Hengyang (衡阳), Hunan (湖南) province, a "dialogue" across time and space is unfolding: Tourists wearing AR glasses see Mr. Chuanshan (船山先生) Wang Fuzhi (王夫之), dressed in a long gown, interpreting the philosophy of "the world is only a vessel" in his clear voice from *Zhouyi Waizhuan* (《周易外传》). This scene is exactly the immersive experience created by Chuanshan Academy (船山书院) relying on artificial intelligence, bringing the philosophical wisdom of more than 300 years ago "alive."
Chuanshan Academy (船山书院) was founded in 1878 and is an important birthplace of Hunan culture (湖湘文化), with the aim of promoting the thought of Wang Fuzhi (王夫之), a thinker and philosopher of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. Wang Fuzhi (王夫之) advocated "practical application of knowledge" (经世致用), which had an important influence on the history of modern Chinese thought.
In the past, the static exhibitions of the academy made it difficult for tourists to fully appreciate the essence of Wang Fuzhi's (王夫之) thought. In 2025, the academy launched the AI digital human project. Through technologies such as natural language processing, it presents Wang Fuzhi's (王夫之) voice, appearance, and smile. Tourists can not only talk with the virtual Mr. Chuanshan (船山先生), but also trigger AR annotations of works such as *Du Tongjian Lun* (《读通鉴论》) through gesture interaction, transforming classical Chinese into dynamic diagrams. "We hope that tourists will not passively accept knowledge, but can dialogue with the ancients and experience the contemporary value of Mr. Chuanshan's (船山先生) thought through contemplation," said Chang Bin (常斌), Planning Department Manager of Chuanshan Academy (船山书院).
"How does the teacher view the relationship between knowledge and action?" In the academy's artificial intelligence interactive lecture hall, tourist Zhou Liqian (周丽倩) asked the virtual digital human. As soon as she finished speaking, the digital human began to elaborate, citing classics. "It's not a one-way lecture, but a dialogue of thoughts," said Zhou Liqian (周丽倩).
"Bringing children to dialogue with Mr. Chuanshan (船山先生) is much more vivid than attending a history class!" exclaimed Zhang Yu (张宇), a tourist from Guangzhou (广州), Guangdong (广东) province. Data shows that the academy's tourist volume increased by 110.84% year-on-year in 2025, and research and study groups accounted for 59.26%. Many parents believe that this immersive contemplation can stimulate children's interest in learning.
"Artificial intelligence is not simply replicating history, but is based on the analysis of millions of words of text, including Mr. Chuanshan's (船山先生) works, letters, and evaluations of him by scholars of the same era, to construct an interactive logic that conforms to his line of thought," introduced the head of the AI digital human project technology team. "We have filtered out the subjective assumptions that artificial intelligence may produce to ensure that the content of the dialogue strictly follows the essence of Chuanshan (船山) doctrine."
Located in Chuanshan Academy (船山书院), technology and humanities blend together, and traditional culture is inherited in light and shadow.
Follow the Digital Tour Guide, Querying Explanations is Smart and Convenient
West Lake (西湖) in Hangzhou (杭州) is beautiful in spring. In front of the cultural tourism consultation pavilion by West Lake (西湖), tourist Yuan Meng (袁萌) took out her mobile phone and touched the blue "smart sticker" on the pavilion. A Jiangnan (江南) girl wearing a cheongsam and looking gentle and lovely immediately popped up on the screen. She has a beautiful name - "Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)." "Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)" is a "city cultural tourism intelligent entity" launched by Hangzhou (杭州), which can provide real-time city tourism guidance, inquiries, and other services.
"Is there a lot of people at Leifeng Pagoda (雷峰塔) now?" Yuan Meng (袁萌) sent a voice message to "Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)," and the dialogue box immediately sent the real-time passenger flow of popular attractions around West Lake (西湖). "This is much more convenient than checking on my phone, it's like having a free tour guide by my side," said Yuan Meng (袁萌).
"Can you recommend a tour route for Broken Bridge (断桥)?" Yuan Meng (袁萌) asked. In less than 5 seconds, "Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)" sent a classic cruise route of West Lake's (西湖) "Broken Bridge with Remaining Snow" (断桥残雪) - "Depart from Hubin Wharf (湖滨码头), first visit Broken Bridge (断桥); then tour Beishan Street (北山街) along Broken Bridge (断桥) to admire the buildings of the Republic of China period; continue forward to visit Baoshi Mountain (宝石山) and overlook the beautiful scenery of West Lake (西湖)."
Following the guidance, Yuan Meng (袁萌) and her party boarded a cruise ship from Hubin Wharf (湖滨码头), and "Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)" became the tour guide along the way, "Boating on the lake, the water ripples, and you can enjoy the ink painting of three sides of the cloud mountains and one side of the city," "Broken Bridge with Remaining Snow (断桥残雪) is one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake (西湖). In winter, it is covered in silver, and the bridge seems broken but not broken"...
"'Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)' not only introduces the scenic spots, but also popularizes the historical and cultural customs of the scenery along the way, which is really good," said Yuan Meng (袁萌). Not only that, "Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)" also thoughtfully reminded: "Although there are no direct stops at places such as Liuhe Pagoda (六和塔) and Guangji Bridge (广济桥) along the way, you can always ask me for directions or story details if you are interested."
"Using 'Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆),' management departments and enterprises can not only accurately serve tourists, but also obtain feedback on tourist preferences, providing data support for improving service quality and expanding service content," said Bo Wengan (薄文敢), Deputy Director of the Hangzhou Municipal Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism Development Center (杭州市文化和旅游发展中心).
Zhou Jiayi (周珈伊), curator of the Hangzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Living Museum (杭州手工艺活态馆), has a deep understanding of this. The venue is located around the Hangzhou Arts and Crafts Museum complex (杭州工艺美术博物馆群落), and how to attract customers is particularly important. "Recently, many tourists told me that they came following 'Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆),' which surprised me quite a bit," said Zhou Jiayi (周珈伊). "The museum displays more than 20 characteristic crafts and intangible cultural heritage skills, and tourists can participate in the experience, which is very worth a visit."
Now, if tourists ask "Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)" about "what intangible cultural heritage places are there to see and play near Qiaoxi (桥西)," "Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)" will recommend the Intangible Cultural Heritage Living Museum (手工艺活态馆) based on historical data and other information. "Previously, we introduced AI glasses. Wearing the glasses, 'Hang Xiaoyi (杭小忆)' introduces intangible cultural heritage skills in front of your eyes, and now more tourists come to experience it," said Zhou Jiayi (周珈伊).
Consult the "Travel Butler," Itinerary Customization is Professional and Efficient
In spring, the Lingjiaowan (菱角湾) of Dalian (大连), Liaoning (辽宁) province, has blue and tranquil seawater, colorful and romantic European-style buildings on the opposite bank, and seagulls flying in the air...
"The photos are really good!" Tourists Song Yao (宋瑶) and her friends praised in unison. In the photo, Song Yao (宋瑶) and her party are in the picture with the sea, buildings, and seagulls behind them. "This photo location and framing method were told to me by AI!" Song Yao (宋瑶) said happily.
The AI that Song Yao (宋瑶) mentioned is the smart cultural tourism platform "Xingyou Dalian (行游大连)" mini-program developed locally. Relying on the artificial intelligence large model, the mini-program has launched the AI intelligent route planning function.
Opening the dialogue box, the generation process of Song Yao's (宋瑶) Dalian (大连) trip this time is clear at a glance.
"Which attractions are suitable for visiting in Dalian (大连)?" Song Yao's (宋瑶) dialogue with the mini-program began with this question.
Dalian Shengya Ocean World (大连圣亚海洋世界), Dalian Forest Zoo (大连森林动物园)... The mini-program first gave relatively traditional and classic scenic spot introductions. Song Yao (宋瑶) felt that this result was too popular and more accurately stated her needs: "Where is a good place to take pictures in Dalian (大连)?" This time, Fisherman's Wharf (渔人码头), Nanshan Russian Style Street (南山风情街) and other popular check-in spots appeared in the answers.
Song Yao (宋瑶) continued to ask: "How to take good pictures at Fisherman's Wharf (渔人码头)?" The mini-program suggested: "Take a panoramic view of the wharf from the nearby observation deck, which can highlight the sense of hierarchy of the building complex and the seaport. The Lingjiaowan (菱角湾) observation deck has a good view and can clearly overlook Fisherman's Wharf (渔人码头) on the opposite bank, which is suitable for photography check-in. It is recommended to go on a sunny afternoon, get off at Hutan Park Station (虎滩公园站) on Metro Line 5 and walk for about 20 minutes."
"It is a thoughtful 'travel butler,' which allows us not to switch back and forth between various software platforms such as travel, accommodation, and catering from the beginning. As long as I accurately and completely describe my needs, it can give a more comprehensive guide, and I will further inquire about those that I am particularly interested in," said Song Yao (宋瑶).
Shortly after talking with the mini-program, Song Yao (宋瑶) basically determined the specific points she wanted to go to this time, so she once again put forward her needs: "Design a two-day Dalian (大连) travel itinerary, the content should include Lingjiaowan (菱角湾), Dongguan Street Historical and Cultural District (东关街历史文化街区), etc., experience taking the tram and be able to encounter sika deer on Binhai Road (滨海路), Lingjiaowan (菱角湾) should be arranged in the afternoon."
A few seconds later, a detailed personalized guide appeared in the dialogue box: the first day to take the Binhai (滨海) line, visit Ocean World, Lingjiaowan (菱角湾) and see sika deer, the second day to take the city street scene line... "I am very satisfied with this itinerary arrangement, which can not only feel the marine culture of Dalian (大连), but also experience the historical style of the city," said Song Yao (宋瑶).
"By connecting to the artificial intelligence large model, the 'Xingyou Dalian (行游大连)' mini-program has been upgraded to a smart 'travel butler,' which has improved planning efficiency and tourist experience," introduced Shan Meina (单美娜), Director of the Dalian Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism (大连市文旅局). The "Xingyou Dalian (行游大连)" mini-program has accumulated nearly 430,000 users.
This issue is coordinated by: Chen Zhen (陈震) Layout design: Cai Huawei (蔡华伟)
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The street below the Jinfeng Jiayuan Talent Apartment (金凤佳园人才公寓) in Chongqing High-tech Zone (重庆高新区) is already bustling, even before night falls. Resident Fan Xingxin (范兴欣) walks home carrying the daily necessities she just bought, her face full of smiles: "Before, I always worried about the lack of supporting facilities when renting a house. Now, there's a snack street downstairs, and I can buy all kinds of daily necessities nearby. Living here is so convenient."
Who would have thought that just a few years ago, this was a silent, idle building? Jinfeng Jiayuan (金凤佳园) public rental housing, built in 2017, had 5 buildings with over 100,000 square meters of space that became dormant assets due to poor suitability in terms of apartment design and interior decoration.
The turning point occurred in 2022. After the Chongqing High-tech Zone (重庆高新区) Construction Bureau took over the project, it did not rush to start renovation. Instead, it joined forces with Chongqing Jinfeng Science and Technology Industry Development Co., Ltd. (重庆金凤科技产业发展有限公司) in the district to form a special working group to go deep into surrounding enterprises and industrial parks, having heart-to-heart talks with enterprise leaders and youth representatives to thoroughly understand housing needs, rent expectations, and supporting facility preferences.
At that time, the Western Science City (西部科学城) Chongqing High-tech Zone (重庆高新区) was accelerating its construction, and a number of high-tech enterprises had settled in one after another, with a large number of young people pouring into this hotbed of development. "When young people look for housing, they value both affordable rent and the quality of living and surrounding facilities. The idle Jinfeng Jiayuan (金凤佳园), after renovation, can just fill this gap," said Liu Wei (刘维), a staff member of the Housing Management Section of the Chongqing High-tech Zone (重庆高新区) Construction Bureau.
After detailed research, Jinfeng Company (金凤公司) took the lead in exploring the renovation of guaranteed rental housing, creating diverse apartment types such as one-bedroom and one-living room, and three-bedroom and one-living room, which can not only meet the independent living needs of single young people, but also adapt to the living scenarios of small families. Rents range from 1,000 yuan to 1,600 yuan, balancing cost-effectiveness and comfort.
Attention to detail makes for a warm stay. Chen Jin (陈进), an employee of China Hydropower Engineering Bureau 5 (中国水电五局) who has lived here for two years, still remembers the scene when he first opened the door: smart door locks, brand-name TVs, smart-controlled range hoods and other equipment are complete, and you can move in with your bags. "After a day of奔波 (bēn bō - "rushing about," to rush about; to be constantly on the move), coming back here and lying on the sofa is so pleasant," said Chen Jin (陈进).
At the same time, the apartment is equipped with more than 2,000 square meters of public space. Gyms, shared office areas, and leisure living rooms are scattered throughout, and community activities such as neighborhood dinners are regularly organized to allow tenants from all over the country to quickly integrate. "Before, when I rented a house, everyone lived their own lives. Here, I have met many friends, so I don't feel lonely," said Fan Xingxin (范兴欣).
The improvement of housing quality has not only retained people, but also activated the vitality of regional development. Today, the occupancy rate of Jinfeng Jiayuan (金凤佳园) Talent Apartment is over 95%, attracting nearly 50 merchants and forming a consumption scene integrating catering, convenience stores, hotels and other diverse business formats.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) April 6th dispatch (Reporter Liu Wenxin (刘温馨)): The reporter learned from the Ministry of Emergency Management (应急管理部) that as of 20:00 on April 6th, the national safety situation during the Qingming holiday was generally stable, and no major or above disasters or accidents occurred.
Before the holiday, the Central Work Safety Assessment and Inspection Team conducted quarterly unannounced visits and inspections in key areas. The State Council Safety Committee Office (国务院安委会办公室) and the Ministry of Emergency Management (应急管理部) held a video dispatch meeting to specifically deploy safety precautions before and after the Qingming holiday. The Office of the National Disaster Prevention, Mitigation and Relief Committee deployed actions to investigate disaster-related risks and hidden dangers in key industries and fields. The Office of the State Forest Fire Prevention Headquarters deployed efforts to strengthen the investigation and management of forest and grassland fire risk and hidden dangers.
During the holiday, the Ministry of Emergency Management (应急管理部) dynamically analyzed and judged risks and hidden dangers, and dispatched and deployed safety precautions daily. The Office of the State Forest Fire Prevention Headquarters closely monitored the forest and grassland fire risk situation, promptly issued fire risk level forecasts and warnings, and dispatched 4 joint working groups to 8 provinces for unannounced inspections, urging key areas to strictly control fire sources. The National Fire and Rescue Administration deployed efforts to strengthen the investigation and rectification of fire hazards, and fire and rescue teams across the country dispatched more than 2,400 inspection teams, inspecting more than 6,900 key locations. The National Mine Safety Supervision Bureau strengthened safety supervision of key mines, and deployed provincial bureaus to dispatch more than 440 working groups, inspecting more than 820 mines. Emergency management departments at all levels strengthened safety precautions in key industries and fields such as fire protection, mines, hazardous chemicals, industry and trade, culture and tourism, transportation, and construction.
The national comprehensive fire and rescue team responded to more than 21,000 alarms, dispatched more than 215,000 fire and rescue personnel, and rescued and evacuated more than 1,200 people. The national work safety emergency rescue team dispatched more than 2,900 personnel, providing risk prevention and safety technical services to more than 440 enterprises.
Return to TopOn April 5th, in Qiyuan Street, Mengcheng County, Bozhou City, Anhui Province (安徽省亳州市蒙城县漆园街道), farmers were sowing edamame. Recently, with the warm spring blossoms, farmers in various regions are seizing the agricultural season to carry out spring planting.
Photo by Hu Weiguo (胡卫国) (People's Vision)
Return to TopUrumqi, April 6th (People's Daily reporter Shang Rongzheng (尚嵘峥)) - The reporter learned from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (新疆维吾尔自治区) Department of Human Resources and Social Security that starting April 8th, Xinjiang (新疆) will adjust and delegate 110 human resources and social security administrative powers, including 7 administrative licenses, 83 administrative penalties, 2 administrative enforcement measures, 11 administrative inspections, and 7 other administrative powers. The delegation rate exceeds 92%, achieving the goal of delegating all delegable administrative powers in the field of human resources and social security. This will further optimize government services and enhance the public's experience in handling affairs.
This adjustment of administrative powers will be carried out in two categories. The first category involves professional powers with strong technical aspects, such as the approval and filing of technical schools and skills training, which will be entrusted by the Autonomous Region's Department of Human Resources and Social Security to the human resources and social security departments of various prefectures (states and cities) for handling, with unified standards throughout the region. The second category involves shifting the focus of 105 items, such as labor dispatch business licenses and labor employment record filing, to the human resources and social security departments of various counties (cities and districts).
In order to ensure a smooth transition of power adjustments, the Autonomous Region's Department of Human Resources and Social Security will conduct a list-based handover, provide full coverage training for grassroots staff, and during the transition period, the public can handle online affairs through the "one-stop online service" or call the human resources and social security department's service hotline for assistance. After the adjustment of powers, the Autonomous Region's Department of Human Resources and Social Security will promote the realization of unified standards for items and data throughout the Autonomous Region, establish a "pre-event guidance, mid-event supervision, and post-event verification" full-process supervision system, and conduct regular evaluations, adjusting, canceling, and reclaiming power items in a timely manner as needed to ensure scientific and reasonable allocation that aligns with reality.
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The service industry is an important component of the modern industrial system, and it is related to high-quality development and the overall situation of modernization construction.
Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary, pointed out: "Construct a new system of high-quality and efficient service industries, and promote the deep integration of modern service industries with advanced manufacturing and modern agriculture." The "15th Five-Year Plan" outline proposes "implementing an action to expand and improve the quality of the service industry," and makes arrangements for promoting the high-quality and efficient development of the service industry.
During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, China's service industry demonstrated strong resilience, and the results of high-quality and efficient development were remarkable. In the past five years, the added value of the service industry has increased from approximately 61 trillion yuan in 2021 to 80.89 trillion yuan in 2025. In 2025, the added value of China's service industry increased by 5.4% year-on-year, accounting for 57.7% of the gross domestic product, and its contribution rate to national economic growth was as high as 61.4%, which strongly supported the effective qualitative improvement and reasonable quantitative growth of the national economy.
Scene 1:
Experiencing the Integration of Culture and Tourism from a Consumption Perspective
On the evening of April 1st, the Suji Ancient Town (苏稽古镇) in Shizhong District (市中区), Leshan City (乐山市), Sichuan Province (四川省) was brightly lit. With the sound of a gong, an immersive performance kicked off.
Nearby, a costumed parade team passed through the streets holding lanterns; in the distance, intangible cultural heritage skills were on display, with iron flowers blooming in the night sky and golden molten iron falling like meteors.
Different from previous night tour formats, the performance adopts a progressive viewing style, superimposed with a new model of scenario-based consumption, turning landscapes such as covered bridges, ancient bridges, and riverbanks into "mobile stages," with dramas in the scenery and scenery in the dramas.
"We were deeply attracted by this performance and toured until late at night," said Jiang Aitian (蒋艾恬), a tourist from Guiyang City (贵阳市), Guizhou Province (贵州省).
Yang Qin (杨勤), member of the Party Leadership Group and Deputy Director of the Leshan Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism (乐山市文化广播电视和旅游局), introduced that the local area takes "culture and tourism +" cross-border integration and "technology +" scenario experience as the starting point, continuously optimizes the supply of cultural and tourism products, provides consumers with fresh experiences, and then transforms cultural and tourism traffic into consumption increments.
As an important part of the livelihood service industry, the cultural and tourism industry is not only a people's livelihood industry but also a happiness industry, which can not only boost consumption and revitalize resources but also meet the people's yearning for a better life.
In Qianwei County (犍为县), Leshan City (乐山市), a series of old-fashioned trains have been transformed into tourist miniature trains that integrate experiences such as riding, touring mines, and tasting food.
In 2019, the Jiayang Coal Mine (嘉阳煤矿) old mining area in Qianwei County (犍为县) was selected into the list of national industrial heritage. After renovation, the Jiayang National Mining Park (嘉阳国家矿山公园) was born. The terminal station of the miniature train, the Bajiaogou (芭蕉沟) old mining area, is the key area of the mining park. "Bringing children here can allow them to visit the old mines and feel the lives of the miners in the past. This experience is very meaningful," said tourist Zhang Rui (张瑞).
"We deeply integrate industrial heritage with natural landscapes, folk culture, and safety science popularization, and launch a variety of characteristic experience projects, striving to stimulate new consumption increments and allow industrial heritage to continue to release new value," said Yang Dachun (杨大春), Secretary of the Party Branch and Chairman of Sichuan Chuantou Emei Tourism Development Co., Ltd. (四川川投峨眉旅游开发有限公司). In 2025, the Jiayang·桫椤 Lake Tourist Scenic Area received 2.55 million tourists, an increase of 20% year-on-year, and tourism revenue was 349 million yuan, an increase of approximately 14% year-on-year.
From a national perspective, the cultural and tourism industry is accelerating its integration with other industries, giving rise to more new scenarios, new formats, and new models, and promoting the expansion and quality improvement of service consumption.
Study tours are integrated into culture and tourism, and students increase their knowledge while enjoying the scenery and cultural immersion; technical means are added to cultural and tourism projects, and the interweaving of ancient and modern times unfolds a picture of the coexistence of humanities and technology... In the innovation of business format integration, personalized and diversified new experiences continue to emerge.
Data shows that in 2025, the operating income of cultural and related industrial enterprises above designated size nationwide exceeded 15 trillion yuan, an increase of 7.4% over the previous year based on comparable standards. The number of domestic tourist trips exceeded 6.5 billion, an increase of over 16% year-on-year, and tourism spending reached 6.3 trillion yuan, an increase of 9.5% year-on-year.
Scene 2:
Looking at the Silver Economy from a Medical and Elderly Care Center
Early in the morning, laughter came from the activity room of the Renda Medical and Elderly Care Center (仁大医养中心) in Changchun City (长春市), Jilin Province (吉林省). With the help of caregivers, the elderly are doing morning activities.
Grandma Zhao (赵奶奶), 83 years old, has been living in the center for more than two years. She always actively participates in the morning activities. "There are many activities such as playing games, singing, and shooting videos! If I feel uncomfortable, doctors and nurses are available at any time."
"The elderly can get very good care here," said Tang Chen (唐晨), the head of the medical and elderly care center. The center is equipped with a secondary general hospital, focusing on building a system for geriatric diseases, rehabilitation diseases, chronic disease management, and pre-disease prevention.
"We comprehensively implement health check-ups for the elderly who move in, understand their physical condition, and formulate medical prescriptions, exercise prescriptions, and diet prescriptions after expert consultations, implementing a three-in-one all-round service of medical care, nursing, and care," said Su Tingting (苏婷婷), director of the nursing department of the medical and elderly care center.
Jilin Province (吉林省) promotes the improvement of the quality and efficiency of elderly care services, builds a three-level elderly care service network of county-level overall guidance, township (street) regional linkage, and village (community) nearby and convenient services, accelerates the construction of community-embedded elderly care institutions, and continues to enrich the supply of elderly care service consumption, allowing the elderly to enjoy professional elderly care services nearby.
Since 2023, the Changchun Renda Medical and Elderly Care Center (长春仁大医养中心) has actively developed community-embedded elderly care and family elderly care beds, organically integrating elderly care institutions with communities, and providing elderly care service support such as day care, long-term care, family elderly care beds, and home care support for the elderly.
"Auntie, treat this place as your own home. What do you want to eat tonight?" At the bedside, Zhu Bo (朱波), a caregiver at the Changchun Renda Medical and Elderly Care Center (长春仁大医养中心), held Grandma Li's (李奶奶) hand and communicated with her softly. Usually, Grandma Li (李奶奶) lives with her daughter's family. Recently, because her daughter had to travel for work, Grandma Li (李奶奶) came here to receive short-term care.
"From the actual needs of the groups who come to consult and handle elderly care services, elderly care services have been developing towards refinement and personalization in recent years. In order to meet the needs, we actively adjust and increase our efforts to expand short-term care services such as 'respite services'," said Tang Chen (唐晨). This year, there are also "consumer coupons," which effectively reduce the elderly and their families' burden of elderly care.
The "consumer coupons" mentioned by Tang Chen (唐晨) are elderly care service consumption subsidy projects for moderately or severely disabled elderly people launched and implemented nationwide by the Ministry of Civil Affairs (民政部) and the Ministry of Finance (财政部). This year, Jilin Province (吉林省) actively promotes elderly care service consumption subsidies and issues subsidies to moderately or severely disabled elderly people who meet the requirements. "Taking Grandma Li's (李奶奶) situation as an example, the total cost of accommodation is 2,000 yuan. After using 800 yuan of consumer coupons, the actual expenditure is 1,200 yuan," said Tang Chen (唐晨).
As of now, Jilin Province (吉林省) has cumulatively verified 73,800 consumer coupons, with a verified amount of 42.02 million yuan, driving elderly care service consumption of 120 million yuan, and more than 33,000 disabled elderly people have benefited from the project. At the national level, the scale of China's silver economy industry reached 9 trillion yuan in 2025 and is expected to exceed 30 trillion yuan by 2035, and the elderly care service industry has broad prospects.
Recently, under the guidance of relevant departments, Tang Chen (唐晨) led the team to expand new consumption scenarios for elderly care services such as silver-age travel and accommodation. "We will explore around the needs of the elderly, strive to expand service supply, accurately connect with needs, and make up for shortcomings and weaknesses, so that the elderly can enjoy a happy old age," said Tang Chen (唐晨).
Scene 3:
Looking at Technology Services from a Digital Transformation and Intelligent Upgrade
Mills, which take in ores and materials of various hardnesses at one end and discharge slurry at the other, are widely used in industries such as mineral processing, metallurgy, building materials, and chemicals.
"The company has been producing mills for more than 40 years, and how to figure out the load of the mill has always been a headache," said Du Jiyong (杜寄勇), director of the Technology Center of Shandong Jinan Heavy Industry (山东济南重工). If the mill is "too full," materials will accumulate, the motor will not be able to drive it, and it will waste electricity and not grind well; if it is "starving," it will not produce anything and will waste steel balls in vain.
How to measure the load of the mill?
"This is not just a weighing problem, but also related to multiple indicators such as grinding sound, material properties, and current," said Du Jiyong (杜寄勇). Jinan Heavy Industry (济南重工), as a manufacturing enterprise, understands electromechanical engineering but does not understand algorithms, so it found Inspur Cloud Continent (浪潮云洲) to cooperate in digital transformation and intelligent upgrade.
Inspur Cloud Continent (浪潮云洲) accurately connects with the development needs of Jinan Heavy Industry (济南重工), and uses digital intelligence technology to solve the operation and maintenance problems of mills and activate production efficiency, which is a vivid microcosm of the deep empowerment of manufacturing by the producer services industry.
After the intelligent body engineer took the stage, he first installed an "AI brain" on the mill, and integrated equipment operation data such as vibration, current, and pressure into the system through sensors such as grinding sound, temperature vibration, and weighing, and obtained more than 100 monitoring indicators.
"We clean and label the original data and transform it into a high-quality data set that can be used for training," said Shen Wanjiang (沈万江), deputy general manager of the Platform R&D Department of Inspur Cloud Continent (浪潮云洲). Then, we match the various states of the mill from empty to full with feed characteristics, discharge requirements, etc., and conduct experiments again and again, and continuously "feed" the data to the large model.
After repeated training and optimization, Inspur Cloud Continent (浪潮云洲) created three major intelligent bodies for the mill: production quality control, energy consumption optimization, and predictive equipment maintenance. "The experience of the digital intelligence mill can be compared with decades of experienced masters, and it can automatically calculate the optimal coal feed, water feed, and additive dosage," said Du Jiyong (杜寄勇).
With the empowerment of technology, the mill has become more intelligent, the product quality pass rate has increased by 5%, the mill energy consumption has decreased by 10%, and a single unit saves 400,000 yuan in electricity bills per year and reduces carbon emissions by 530 tons.
As China's industrial structure transformation and upgrading pace continues to accelerate, the producer services industry has become an important pole for driving economic growth, an important direction for cultivating new quality productive forces, and an important extension field for the transformation and upgrading of manufacturing.
"The producer services industry proposes systematic solutions through new technologies such as the industrial Internet, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing, which can better help manufacturing enterprises solve the core pain points of high costs, low efficiency, and weak innovation," said Guan Bing (关兵), director of the Institute of Industrial Economics of the China Center for Information Industry Development (中国电子信息产业发展研究院). Currently, the landing process of artificial intelligence technology is accelerating, and the pace of empowering thousands of industries is significantly accelerating. In the future, AI-driven "application scenario-based" services will usher in major development opportunities.
Data shows that the development of China's producer services industry presents the characteristics of "increasing quantity and improving quality," and the future development space is broad. "At present, the proportion of producer services in the total input of unit manufacturing products in China is less than 13%, while developed economies are generally around 20%. There is still a large space for producer services to empower the transformation and upgrading of manufacturing," said Guan Bing (关兵). Producer services enterprises should further grow stronger, improve quality and efficiency, strengthen in-depth cooperation with manufacturing enterprises, and promote the mutual promotion and common growth of producer services and manufacturing.
(Reporters Wang Ke (王珂), Liu Wenxin (刘温馨), Wang Donghui (王东辉), Song Haoxin (宋豪新), and Zheng Zhiwen (郑智文) of this newspaper)
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Solving the "multiple equation" of spring break with systematic thinking, escorting with high-level services, underpinning with refined management, and promoting the transformation of educational concepts can make spring break both warm and textured.
The grass is growing and the orioles are flying, and the spring is bright and beautiful, which is a good time for outings. Recently, more than 10 provinces including Zhejiang (浙江) and Sichuan (四川) have introduced spring break plans, and most of them are connected to holidays such as Qingming (清明) and May Day (五一), which can form a continuous holiday. From the current exploration, spring break not only gives students more opportunities to go out of the classroom and into nature, and gain more growth outside of books, but also can produce spillover effects that drive consumption and stimulate the economy.
Taking a spring break is not a mandatory requirement. Some places do not take a spring break, which is based on realistic considerations of the specific situation. Many parents and teachers are also worried: if children have a holiday and their parents go to work, who will take care of them? If the holiday is extended, will their studies fall behind? If spring break is interspersed, how can the teaching rhythm be guaranteed?
It is easy to take a holiday, but it is difficult to make good use of it. Making good use of spring break is a systematic project that affects the whole body. On a larger scale, it concerns the overall planning of education, labor, and people's livelihood; on a smaller scale, it requires the cooperation of schools, parents, and students. Solving the "multiple equation" of spring break with systematic thinking, escorting with high-level services, underpinning with refined management, and promoting the transformation of educational concepts can make spring break both warm and textured, and let parents and children truly feel the resonance of governance effectiveness and people's livelihood concerns.
Overall planning is the core of systematic thinking. To solve the "care vacuum," the first step is to improve the supporting system and coordinate the demands of all parties under the overall situation. Data shows that dual-income families account for more than 60% in China. The "holiday time difference" between parents and children will undoubtedly lead to difficulties in care. Some parents have calculated that if they ask for leave, they will lose nearly 3,000 yuan in performance and full attendance awards; if they send their children to托管 (tuō guǎn - "daycare"), it will cost 1,500 yuan for a few days. Taking a spring break cannot be "once and for all." We must do a good job in supporting guarantees and use policy goodwill to ensure educational effectiveness and people's livelihood and well-being.
Another meaning of overall planning is connection and matching. This year's "Government Work Report" juxtaposed "spring and autumn breaks for primary and secondary schools" with "staggered paid vacations for employees," which is a systematic deployment aimed at the pain points of people's livelihood. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security stated that it will promote the revision of the "Regulations on Paid Annual Leave for Employees," which will also help ensure that parents can take vacations with peace of mind through system updates.
There is true knowledge in practice. Zhejiang (浙江), as the first province to fully implement spring and autumn breaks for primary and secondary schools, has relevant measures that are worth learning from. Quzhou (衢州) promotes the connection between recuperation and vacation for government agencies and enterprises, and encourages employees to take flexible staggered vacations; Jiaxing (嘉兴) has companies that offer "parent-child companionship leave," during which work can be coordinated by colleagues, and the company provides subsidies; many primary and secondary schools in the province have launched public welfare托管 (tuō guǎn - "daycare") services and opened campuses to hold cultural and sports activities... With both goal orientation and problem orientation, and playing a good "overall game," the holiday can become a family reunion rather than a new burden.
Reduce the burden of learning and leave blank space for growth. The key to allowing students to have a place to go and gain something is to do a good job in resource allocation. Reading ten thousand books teaches the knowledge between the lines; traveling ten thousand miles explores the fun of all things in the world. Systematic thinking emphasizes closed-loop management. To use spring break, schools cannot stay out of it, and various institutions with educational attributes should also participate. For example, Sichuan (四川), Guangdong (广东) and other places have made it clear that during the spring and autumn breaks for primary and secondary schools, museums, science and technology museums and other places will introduce preferential opening policies. Letting children understand the laws of nature by observing plants and trees, understand the vicissitudes of history by visiting historical sites, and inherit cultural heritage by experiencing folk customs will make the holiday interesting and meaningful.
Letting the holiday return to its true nature is the prerequisite for ensuring that the holiday achieves the expected results. Adding holidays to busy courses is conducive to helping students adjust their rhythm, relax their body and mind, and broaden their horizons. If you cannot jump out of the "only score theory" and let your children stay at home to make up for their studies, you will lose more than you gain. Some schools have set the homework as "finding 10 colors of spring," replacing mechanical刷题 (shuā tí - "doing practice problems") with lightweight, experiential tasks, which is a beneficial exploration.
Taking a spring break is not a trivial matter. It tests the coordination and cooperation of various departments, regions, and related parties. It requires strengthening the awareness of "playing a chess game as a whole" and learning to "play the piano with ten fingers." With warmer systems, more active resources, and updated concepts, I believe that in the midst of the mighty spring breeze, each "seedling" will be able to stretch its branches and leaves under the sun and grow healthier and stronger.
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The Tang Dynasty poet Liu Yuxi (刘禹锡) said: "The wise men of the past were often driven by passion, concerned about the country but not planning for themselves."
In a single sentence, it fully expresses the patriotic heart of countless people with lofty ideals over thousands of years. Taking the greater good of the country and the people as the priority is a deep-rooted sense of responsibility and a noble state of selflessness.
Today, rereading this sentence still feels weighty. For Party members and cadres, establishing and practicing a correct view of performance evaluation, it is useful to treat this sentence as a mirror and a yardstick, often reflecting on the original intention, measuring the sense of responsibility, and correcting the direction, so as to make a clear and powerful answer to the question of "for whom the performance is established, what kind of performance is established, and what to rely on to establish performance."
"Concerned about the country but not planning for oneself" is to achieve the merit of the "greater self" with the state of "no self."
"For whom is the performance established?" This question asks about the original intention.
"I will be selfless and live up to the people." This is the true expression of Xi Jinping's (习近平) patriotic heart, and it is also the spiritual coordinate that all Party members and cadres should internalize in their hearts and externalize in their actions.
Our Party was born for the people and thrives because of the people, and creating happiness for the people is the greatest achievement.
Only by letting go of the idea of "planning for oneself" can one concentrate on "planning for things"; only by upholding the heart of "selflessness" can one be sincerely for the people.
From Jiao Yulu (焦裕禄), who "had all the people in his heart, but only not himself," to Wang Jicai (王继才), who believed that "guarding the island is guarding the country," to Jiang Shikun (姜仕坤), who said, "As long as there is still one person in the county who has not been lifted out of poverty, I cannot rest"... Which of these shining names does not take the "small self" very lightly and the "country" very seriously?
"The greatest happiness in the world is to struggle for the happiness of the people." Placing the people in the highest position and integrating the "small self" into the "greater self" makes all struggles meaningful and all achievements valuable.
"Concerned about the country but not planning for oneself" calibrates the coordinates of "obvious achievements" and "potential achievements."
"What kind of performance is established?" This question measures the trade-offs.
Choosing "not planning for oneself" will allow one to look to the long term for doing things and starting a business, integrating one's personal efforts into successive struggles.
If you think about seeking fame and profit for yourself, it is easy to have the short-sightedness of 竭泽而渔 (jié zé ér yú - "drain the pond to get the fish," to kill the goose that lays the golden eggs) and the overdraft of 寅吃卯粮 (yín chī mǎo liáng - "eat in advance," to live beyond one's means). Those "image projects" and "bonsai projects" that are done to seek "immediate results" seem lively, but in fact, they are harmful in the long run.
True achievements should not only look at the current obvious achievements, but also at the long-term potential achievements. Those industrial cultivations that take ten years to sharpen a sword, ecological restorations that achieve success over time, and silent educational accumulations may not be obvious in the short term, but they can lay a solid foundation for the development of a place.
Abandoning selfish distractions, respecting the wishes of the masses, and respecting objective laws can enable one to stand firm and find the right direction in the choice between public and private, righteousness and profit.
"Concerned about the country but not planning for oneself" marks a clear orientation of "practical results" from "hard work."
"What to rely on to establish performance?" This question tests the work style.
The way to govern is to be practical. This is the most simple methodology.
In those years, Xiamen (厦门) was established as a special economic zone. However, there was no ready-made answer to how the special economic zone should develop. In July 1986, Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平同志) presided over the launch of the formulation of Xiamen's (厦门市) medium- and long-term development plan. He pointed out that reform is risky to take the first step, but the country needs someone to explore the way.
Conducting on-the-spot investigations, forming expert teams, and encouraging citizens to offer suggestions... Finally, a strategic plan for economic and social development spanning 15 years emerged, laying a solid foundation for the transformation of Egret Island (鹭岛).
At present, a few cadres still have the mentality of avoiding responsibility of "rather not doing things in order not to have accidents," which is essentially a refined logic of "planning for oneself." Pursuing personal "zero risk" will lead to "zero progress" in the cause.
Only the selfless can be fearless. Responsibility is not only about sailing a boat in calm waters, but also about daring to make decisions and bravely charging forward in the deep-water areas of reform and in emergency situations.
Upholding "concerned about the country but not planning for oneself" calls for responsibility and hard work. Anything that is beneficial to the Party and the people should not avoid difficulties and should not evade responsibility, but should be done boldly and resolutely, and constantly open up new prospects for work in the face of problems and solving problems.
The view of performance is the foundation of governance and the foundation of standing in the world. By introspecting and encouraging oneself with "concerned about the country but not planning for oneself," and earnestly doing good things and doing practical things well, can one truly create real achievements and win the hearts of the people.
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The domestically produced AAA game "Black Myth: Wukong" is a hit at home and abroad, and the company providing 3D digital acquisition services for it is a Hainan-based enterprise. At the beginning of its establishment, this company provided 3D asset model acquisition and production for Japanese customers. Later, it cooperated with companies in the United States, France, and other countries to gradually refine and deepen the "incoming data processing" business.
"Incoming data processing" refers to the process of transforming raw data from abroad into orderly data products through processing procedures such as governance, aggregation, and modeling. To put it simply, unprocessed data is like freshly caught fish, mixed with seaweed and gravel. Technicians "remove impurities" and sort them out to "cook" a seafood feast.
In a "incoming data processing" enterprise in Lingang, Shanghai (上海临港), technicians render 3.5 million famous painting data from an Italian museum into a navigable three-dimensional world. From simple data labeling to AI training that requires industry experts to check, the technical threshold of "incoming data processing" continues to increase, and a new business form with data value-added services as the core is accelerating.
Data elements are key resources in the digital economy era. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "Continuously strengthen, optimize, and expand China's digital economy." At present, China's data element potential is accelerating its release, and the added value of the core industries of the digital economy has increased to more than 10.5% of the gross domestic product. Allowing data to flow and continuously increase in value is the inherent meaning of releasing element value, and "incoming data processing" is one of the effective ways.
Cross-border data flow places high demands on infrastructure. Taking Hainan (海南) as an example, the Asia Express Link international submarine cable and the Southeast Asia-China Hainan-China Hong Kong international submarine cable have successively landed in Lingshui Li Autonomous County (陵水黎族自治县). In the past, doing "incoming data processing" required international internet access to be detoured, the cost was high, and the network delay was often hundreds of milliseconds. Now, data directly drives onto the "highway" from the doorstep. With communication to ensure smooth flow and computing power to improve efficiency, the continuously consolidated infrastructure base provides a solid support for the development of the digital economy.
It must be seen that it is not easy to legally and compliantly complete the closed loop of data flow between two countries. For a long time, cross-border data has faced the problem of unclear compliance boundaries. Companies have orders but are unsure of policies, and have technology but cannot take steps. The Guangdong Shantou Overseas Chinese Economic and Cultural Cooperation Experimental Zone (广东汕头华侨试验区) is building a "digital bonded zone" where companies can conduct data interaction through international internet dedicated lines within specific areas to carry out data value-added services. With transparent rules and reduced compliance costs, business entities will have more confidence. Practice has proven that development is the **硬道理** (yìng dào lǐ - "hard truth," an undeniable principle or reality), and security is also the **硬道理** (yìng dào lǐ - "hard truth," an undeniable principle or reality). Respecting the laws, seeking truth from facts, regulating and promoting cross-border data flow can synergistically improve the development and security level of China's digital economy.
From a broader perspective, the rise of "incoming data processing" reflects the solid pace of China's digital economy advancing in depth. Data is replicable, non-consumptive, and the marginal cost tends to zero, which has the effect of amplifying, superimposing, and multiplying other elements. China has a large engineering team, leading artificial intelligence technology, and increasingly perfect digital infrastructure, and is fully qualified to occupy an important position in the global data value-added service chain. From restoring famous paintings for overseas museums to training autonomous driving models for multinational car companies, from conducting data analysis for global advertising placement to empowering intelligent product selection systems for cross-border e-commerce, Chinese companies are forging data "raw ore" into high value-added products and playing an increasingly important role in global digital trade.
The National Data Work Conference positioned 2026 as the "Year of Data Element Value Release" and proposed "deepening the development and utilization of data resources" and "exploring new models for cross-border data flow." Following the general trend of digital economic development, using technological innovation to enhance the added value of data processing, and using institutional opening-up to protect the safe and orderly flow of data, the vigorous and upward pulse of China's digital economy will surely be stronger.
Return to TopAccording to the relevant负责人 (fù zé rén - person in charge) of the Catering Food Department of the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局), in 2026, all regions will actively promote the application of "Internet +" smart supervision, comprehensively promote the construction of "Internet + transparent kitchen" in school canteens, accelerate data intercommunication, video sharing, and closed-loop management, and effectively enhance the ability and level of penetrating and non-on-site supervision.
This is precisely:
Young people shoulder the burden of tomorrow,
Health is always tied to the food on the plate.
The eyes of supervision are as bright as torches,
Let no risk reach the tip of the tongue.
Shen Qiuwen (沈丘文)
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Bending the elbow, raising the arm, and reaching forward, every movement of the staff is synchronized in real-time to the humanoid robot; the current, angle, torque, and other information of each joint during the execution of the action are completely recorded and converted into structured data. Not long ago, the dataset formed by these data completed a transaction at the Jiangsu Provincial Data Exchange (江苏省数据交易所), which is the first transaction in the country in this field.
Today, data has become a key factor of production. After analysis, processing, circulation, and utilization, data has the potential to transform from virtual bits into real productivity. High-quality datasets are an important cornerstone for the leapfrog development of artificial intelligence. In the past, the industry relied on self-developed data, and most of them fought on their own. Now, the market-oriented transaction of datasets has taken a key step, which means that the embodied intelligence industry is accelerating towards maturity.
Whoever can use data resources well will have greater initiative in development. From road condition perception for autonomous driving to quality inspection for industrial manufacturing, and then to credit assessment for financial risk control, the level of data utilization is continuously improving, and the potential of data elements is further explored. It is worth noting that accelerating the release of the value of data elements is not a single technical issue, but a coupling issue of system, market and technology.
Only by establishing systematic thinking can massive amounts of data become both credible and usable. For example, from "digital traffic management" to "digital roads" to digital city construction, data visualization helps improve management efficiency; another example is Hunan (湖南) building the "Xiangxin Loan" (湘信贷) enterprise financing comprehensive credit service platform, which combines credit and application to provide one-stop financing services for small and micro enterprises. Improving the standardization of data and realizing credible interaction and value synergy of data across subjects, fields, and levels will help reduce the repeated adaptation costs in data confirmation, circulation, and transaction.
It must be seen that the construction of the data element market is a systematic project. If improving digital infrastructure and governance rules is "leveling the land," then developing and improving data products is running on this digital avenue. Promoting market construction, clearing supply and demand bottlenecks, improving governance rules, and promoting scenario applications can promote the full release of data value and the virtuous cycle of the factor market.
This year's "Government Work Report" proposed: "Deepen the development and utilization of data resources, improve the basic system of data elements, and build high-quality datasets." China has huge data resources and significant scenario advantages. Further accelerating the pace of data productization and broadening the space for data value release will surely consolidate competitive advantages and win development opportunities in the new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation.
(The author is a lecturer at the Renmin University of China Law School (中国人民大学法学院))
Return to TopBy: 廖辉军
"It is necessary to establish words for history like Sima Qian (司马迁)." I never imagined that the dream I planted at the age of 16 would have the opportunity to come true. When I was in high school, my father suddenly passed away, and I dropped out of school for a while. During those dark days, it was a copy of *Records of the Grand Historian* that accompanied me through the long years. The lofty ambition of the Grand Historian to "investigate the relationship between heaven and man, understand the changes of ancient and modern times, and form a unique perspective" planted a seed in my confused mind. Now, I am fortunate to participate in the compilation of *Tongshan County Poverty Alleviation Chronicle* (《通山县扶贫志》) and become a recorder of the history of my hometown.
The great people carry the great era, and the great era gives birth to great stories. Today's chronicle compilation has surpassed the literati sentiment of "forming a unique perspective" and is instead writing history for the people, writing the history of the people. Tongshan (通山) has "eight mountains, one water, and one field," and was once a provincial-level poverty-stricken county integrating mountainous areas, old revolutionary base areas, and reservoir areas. In 2019, it completely shook off the label of poverty. Luo Qiang (罗强), the "Model of Hubei" ("荆楚楷模"), was stationed in the village for more than three years, building *Bletilla striata* bases and introducing photovoltaic power stations, but suffered a sudden heart attack only two years before retirement, and his life was forever fixed on the road to poverty alleviation. When he sacrificed himself, his desk was still covered with unfinished work logs, and the ground was piled with wild honey and other products he helped poor households sell. Liu Xingmei (刘兴美), a "National Advanced Individual in Poverty Alleviation" ("全国脱贫攻坚先进个人"), led the villagers to build roads and promote poverty alleviation, helping to turn "barren mountains and wild ridges" into "gold mountains and silver mountains"... How can one not be excited and tearful when writing this history of fighting against poverty?
While moved, chronicle compilation is not sentimental writing, but a rigorous and meticulous undertaking. We must have awe of history and respect for the people in our hearts, and maintain a burning passion; we must have calm thinking and a rigorous attitude in our writing, and be able to endure the temper of grinding. To this day, I can't remember how many times I've stayed up all night turning over archives and revising drafts. Only by treating every word seriously and even devoutly can we live up to every effort.
In addition to "balancing coldness and heat," a global perspective is also needed. The compilation of poverty alleviation chronicles is different from county chronicles. It cannot cover everything, nor should it generalize from a single point. Without systematic thinking, it is easy to lose sight of the other. In our work, although everyone is assigned tasks by chapter, we do not 各扫门前雪 (gè sǎo mén qián xuě - "each sweeps the snow from his own doorstep," mind one's own business). Instead, we jointly sort out materials, conduct research and squatting, and work together to clarify the main line and main vein. It's like building a house, where everyone is responsible for building a wall, but they must have a blueprint of the entire house in their minds. With a full picture in mind and a clear roadmap, we can better coordinate and balance, highlighting key points while showing the overall picture.
The process of chronicle compilation is also a kind of spiritual growth. Seeing the tremendous changes in my hometown and hearing the villagers' emotional descriptions, I have a deeper understanding of the battle against poverty and the comprehensive well-being of society. What does it mean that "no one can be left behind on the road of socialism" and what does it mean that "everything is for the people and everything relies on the people"? The answers have never been so concrete. They are in the landscape that has been renewed, and in the thumbs up that the villagers give to the village cadres.
As an "encyclopedia of one place," local chronicles can not only preserve history, but also have multiple functions such as providing information for government, educating people, and promoting culture. In the process of compilation, my colleagues and I have also been thinking about how to avoid "compiling it once and for all" and let the sleeping historical materials come alive and put the wisdom of history to use. In order to answer this new question, we established a studio this year and formed a professional team integrating copywriting, photography, and performance to prepare for short video and micro-drama creation. We hope that through this attempt, we can break the "niche circle" of local chronicles and spread the local customs and poverty alleviation stories of our hometown wider and further.
Is it boring to bury yourself in historical materials? When you realize that every name you write and every event you record is a slice and a footnote of this great era, you will not feel lonely. Sometimes I wonder, what will future generations feel when they open this local chronicle in thousands of years? Perhaps it is not only a summary of poverty alleviation in a county, but also a reading of the struggle of generations, the spirit of a nation, and the responsibility of a political party.
(The author is a staff member of the Tongshan County (通山县) History and Local Records Research Center of Hubei Province (湖北省). This article is selected from mailbox submissions)
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 龚仕建 贾丰丰
Liu Jiaping (刘加平), born in 1956 in Dali, Shaanxi (陕西大荔), is an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (中国工程院), a professor and doctoral supervisor at the School of Architecture of Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology (西安建筑科技大学建筑学院), a well-known expert and academic leader in the field of building thermal engineering and energy conservation in China, specializing in the basic theories and design methods of building thermal engineering and energy conservation, and dedicated to the theoretical exploration and engineering practice of the evolution and development model of regional residential buildings. He is the academic leader of the "Western Building Environment and Energy Consumption Control Theory Research" discipline of architecture in China and a winner of the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars.
Late at night, in the National Key Laboratory of Green Building at Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology (西安建筑科技大学) in Shaanxi (陕西), the lights are still on. Drawing mechanical performance curves, deducing assembly processes... Liu Jiaping (刘加平), an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (中国工程院) and a well-known expert in the field of green building in China, is comparing and meticulously recording each item in the experiment.
From new cave dwellings on the Loess Plateau (黄土高原) to green new houses for post-disaster reconstruction, and building ultra-low energy consumption buildings in Tibet (西藏), Liu Jiaping (刘加平) has been deeply involved in the field of green building and energy conservation for more than 40 years, leading his team to overcome one building energy conservation problem after another, allowing millions of square meters of buildings to learn to "breathe," combining warmth and ventilation, energy conservation and comfort, and using technology to build warm homes for the people.
Writing notes under a kerosene lamp, thinking about how traditional architecture can connect with modern technology.
In the autumn of the 1980s, on the Loess Plateau (黄土高原) in northern Shaanxi (陕北), the north wind was blowing with yellow dust, and the outdoor temperature was as low as below zero. Liu Jiaping (刘加平), who had just started working at Xi'an Institute of Metallurgy and Construction Engineering (西安冶金建筑学院) (the predecessor of Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology (西安建筑科技大学)), carried simple measuring tools and followed the research group, stepping deep and shallow into the loess ravines of Mizhi County (米脂县), Shaanxi (陕西), to specially investigate the local cave dwellings – on this land, cave dwellings are the homes of the villagers for generations.
Walking into a villager's home, warmth instantly rushed to his face. The earthen bed was warm, but the walls were damp. "Young man, quickly get on the bed and warm up!" The villager smiled and handed over a bowl of hot rice soup. "We have lived in this cave dwelling for decades. We don't need to burn coal in winter or use fans in summer, but it's annoyingly damp. The grain will mold if it's stored for a long time, and people are prone to rheumatism."
The warmth of the hot rice soup warmed his stomach. Liu Jiaping (刘加平) squatted at the entrance of the cave dwelling, repeatedly stroking the mottled rammed earth wall with his fingertips, and fell into deep thought. "Traditional buildings contain the ecological wisdom of the ancients, and also the troubles that the common people urgently need to get rid of." He later recalled, "That night, the kerosene lamp in the villager's home flickered dimly. I lay on the edge of the bed and wrote notes, thinking in my heart: Building energy conservation is not about copying Western indicators, but about connecting traditional wisdom with modern technology."
Since then, Liu Jiaping (刘加平) has led his team back and forth between Yan'an (延安) and Xi'an (西安), their footsteps covering the gullies and ravines of the Loess Plateau (黄土高原). During the day, they went to villages and households to conduct field research to find out the shortcomings of the cave dwellings; at night, the laboratories were brightly lit, and they repeatedly measured data, analyzed soil sample characteristics, and polished building structures.
With this perseverance, they finally designed an "advanced version" of the new green cave dwelling: one floor becomes two floors, doubling the space and making it more practical; a sunroom is added outdoors, and large glass windows bring light into the house to dispel the darkness; solar water heaters are erected on the top of the cave dwelling, and geothermal heating and cooling ventilation systems precisely control the temperature, solving the problems of dampness, coldness, and poor lighting.
The new type of cave dwelling not only retains the thermal insulation advantages of traditional cave dwellings, but also has the advantages of energy saving and environmental protection, and more properly solves the cost problem. In 1986, a pilot project was launched in northern Shaanxi (陕北). To dispel the villagers' concerns, Liu Jiaping (刘加平) rolled up his sleeves and taught everyone how to mix materials and ram the walls by hand. The villagers in Mizhi County (米脂县) still remember: "Professor Liu (刘教授) mixed mud and rammed the walls with us, very patiently. That winter, there were no water droplets in the cave dwelling, the grain was stored well all winter, and it was warm, dry, and comfortable to sleep on the bed, which made us feel very at ease." The villager said.
In 2006, the "Green Cave Dwelling" research project won the "World Habitat Award" from the United Nations Human Settlements Programme. Liu Jiaping (刘加平) gently locked the heavy certificate of honor in a drawer. "I came from the countryside, and I clearly know what kind of houses farmers need. I want to do something for them. This is my simplest wish." His words are simple and firm.
Overcoming difficulties in high-altitude areas, living in a house that "can be heated by the sun" is no longer a dream.
In the winter of 2005, Liu Jiaping (刘加平) entered Tibet (西藏) for the first time, and his deepest feeling was: it was so cold that he couldn't sleep all night.
The temperature in Lhasa (拉萨) at night was minus ten degrees Celsius, and the indoor electric heater was useless; the sun was scorching during the day, and he had to wear sunglasses and sunscreen, but the temperature dropped sharply at night, making people shiver. At that time, he went to Tibet (西藏) to give lectures for the master's class jointly run by Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology (西安建筑科技大学) and Tibet (西藏). Watching the sunshine flow away in vain, his heart was full of doubts: Tibet (西藏) has more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, why can't such good solar energy warm the homes of the people?
Only after in-depth understanding did he realize that solar power generation and then heating are costly and lossy; directly converting heat energy for centralized heating is an unsolved technical problem.
Liu Jiaping's (刘加平) heart was touched. "This is our academic position." He said to his student Liu Yanfeng (刘艳峰), "There is a lot to be done to warm the pastoral people and protect the plateau ecology!"
Scientific research is never easy, and sitting on the cold bench takes several years. In three years, the team entered Tibet (西藏) more than 30 times, driving hundreds of kilometers, climbing mountains of four to five thousand meters, enduring altitude sickness such as headaches, loss of appetite, and nosebleeds, lying down to inhale some oxygen, and continuing to work after recovering. All technical parameters started from scratch, and one difficulty after another in heat collection, energy storage, and heating were overcome by them one by one –
Liu Jiaping (刘加平) cleverly borrowed the wisdom of the Tibetan (藏式) building's sunroom to design a passive solar school building with a sunroom; he used local materials and used the abundant local stone to develop a composite insulation wall; he boldly innovated and adopted a "solar energy + air energy" dual-drive floor heating system, which is energy-saving and suitable for the plateau environment.
"Academician Liu's (刘院士) rigor is engraved in his bones." Yang Wen (杨雯), a young teacher who participated in the project, said, "Once, he found that the orientation of the windows on the design drawing was off by 5 degrees, and immediately demanded that it be modified, without any compromise. He said that on the plateau, a slight deviation can lead to a huge error. These 5 degrees may cause the classroom to receive 10% less sunlight, and the children will suffer more from the cold."
He took the lead in establishing a design method for active solar heating systems that matches passive design in solar-rich areas; he compiled and completed the regional design specifications for solar-only heating – "Energy-saving Design Standards for Residential Buildings" and "Introduction to Local Standards for Heating Design of Civil Buildings in Tibet Autonomous Region (西藏自治区)", filling the industry gap. "To engage in scientific research, you must have your feet on the ground and your heart close to the people. You must never sit in Xi'an (西安) and imagine how to design houses in Tibet (西藏)," Liu Jiaping (刘加平) often said to his team.
In 20 years, he and his team have built more than 20 solar heating test and demonstration projects in Gangcha (刚察) and Yushu (玉树) in Qinghai (青海), and Lhasa (拉萨) and Shigatse (日喀则) in Tibet (西藏), allowing more than 500,000 people to completely bid farewell to the primitive heating methods of smoky fires, and living in a house that "can be heated by the sun" is no longer just a dream.
Technical drawings have been transformed into solar panels on the roof, into bursts of warmth in the homes of the masses, and have provided a replicable and scalable model for clean energy heating in high-altitude areas of China. In 2020, the team won the first prize of the Science and Technology Award of the Tibet Autonomous Region (西藏自治区). They resolutely decided to donate all 300,000 yuan of the prize money to Tibet (西藏) for poverty alleviation.
Teaching and educating people on the podium, taking students to experience a scientific research trip across mountains and rivers.
As a doctoral supervisor, Liu Jiaping (刘加平) has always adhered to the front line of teaching. "His class does not have boring theoretical accumulation." Professor Wang Yingying (王莹莹), a former student, recalled, "When talking about raw soil architecture, he would bring the soil samples he had treasured for many years and explain the texture in detail; when talking about energy-saving design, he would play videos taken on the spot to allow students to intuitively feel the symbiosis of architecture and nature."
"Taking Professor Liu's (刘老师) class is like following him on a scientific research trip across mountains and rivers." The students' evaluation is the greatest affirmation of his teaching. Natural geography, disciplinary principles, and humanistic customs are all cleverly integrated into his class, making obscure knowledge vivid and accessible.
On the road of cultivating people, Liu Jiaping (刘加平) has his own "three no principles": no emphasis on papers, no emphasis on scores, and no emphasis on famous schools. "Real talents are never just talking on paper, but are tempered and grown in solving practical problems." This is what he often says.
Liu Yanfeng (刘艳峰) still remembers that when he first entered school, he was determined to do theoretical research, but Liu Jiaping (刘加平) asked him to go to the rural areas of northern Shaanxi (陕北) for half a year. "I was full of incomprehension at the time, but now I understand the teacher's good intentions." Liu Yanfeng (刘艳峰) said with emotion, "Only by stepping on the loess and understanding the needs of the grassroots can research have roots, souls, and value."
Like a spring breeze and silent rain, Liu Jiaping (刘加平) has carefully cultivated more than 80 doctoral and master students over the years. Among them, there are architects who have taken root in Tibet (西藏), planners who have adhered to the countryside, and scholars who have deeply cultivated scientific research, all shining and heating in the places where the motherland needs them. "To do building energy conservation, you can't be trapped in the laboratory, you have to go to the places where the motherland needs you most." Professor Suolang Baimu (索朗白姆) of Tibet University (西藏大学) always remembers Liu Jiaping's (刘加平) instructions.
In Liu Jiaping's (刘加平) heart, architecture is a discipline "born for people": "No matter how high-end the materials, how profound the principles, or how complex the structure, safety, energy saving, and comfort are the unchanging tenets; the people's living experience is the most powerful answer sheet."
Teaching and learning promote each other, and teaching and research promote each other. His research vision extends from the Loess Plateau (黄土高原) to the northwest and southwest, exploring the energy-saving wisdom of traditional architecture and benefiting the people.
Reporter's Notes
Only by stepping on the loess can research have roots and souls.
A deep sense of national sentiment is the most moving spiritual background of a scientist. Liu Jiaping (刘加平) often says a sentence: "If no one comes to do it, we will do it." The west needs green buildings, the plateau needs warm homes, and the border needs appropriate technologies – these research directions most need someone to take root. He has taken root for more than 40 years. This choice itself is the most simple interpretation of "national sentiment."
The mission of scientists is not only "choice" but also "breakthrough." Liu Jiaping (刘加平) lets people see that true innovation is not solitary appreciation in the laboratory, but the courage to break the situation when facing extreme conditions. How to achieve comfortable living with the lowest energy consumption in the resource-poor and climatically harsh west? This requires jumping out of conventional technical paths and systematically reconstructing from materials, design to energy utilization. He did it – not with more expensive equipment, but with smarter solutions. This kind of innovation carries the simplicity of the soil and also shines with the light of wisdom.
In Liu Jiaping's (刘加平) scientific research dictionary, there is no word "completion." The result is not the end of publication, but the starting point of promotion. A technology from the laboratory to the plateau village is separated by field research, repeated debugging, and patient explanation. He led the team to go deep into the plateau pastoral areas time and time again, so that the technology could truly take root and the people could use it and afford it. This persistence to "usefulness" gives his scientific research a temperature.
What is scientific research for? Liu Jiaping (刘加平) has given his own answer in more than 40 years: put your eyes on the places where the country needs it most, put your feet into the most difficult loess, and hand over the results to the most ordinary people, so that research can have roots and souls – this is the most simple answer of a scientist.
Return to TopBy: 黄望芽
Silicon steel is mainly used to manufacture transformer cores, motor stators, etc., which can effectively reduce power grid losses and is a key material for core equipment in the power industry. In particular, grain-oriented silicon steel (with grains arranged in a specific direction) is known as the "pearl on the crown" of the steel industry due to its complex production process and high manufacturing difficulty. China's production of cold-rolled silicon steel started in the late 1970s, but high-end products have long relied on imports. Over the past few decades, through the continuous efforts of Chinese steel companies represented by Baosteel (宝钢), China now has the ability to mass-produce the world's highest-grade silicon steel, supporting the construction of major projects such as the Three Gorges Hydropower Station (三峡水电站) and the "West-East Electricity Transmission" project ("西电东送").
The core breakthrough in the intelligent production of silicon steel lies in "full-process independent control." Traditional steel production relies heavily on the experienced judgment of veteran workers through "looking," "smelling," and "feeling." Silicon steel intelligent factories have achieved intelligent control of key production process elements such as temperature and tension through intelligent transformation and upgrading, greatly improving product quality and production efficiency.
Taking the cold rolling process as an example, more than a dozen rollers, like rolling pins, cold roll a 2 mm thick steel plate to 0.1 mm. In the past, to process a steel coil 1 meter wide and several kilometers long, the on-duty worker had to operate the cold rolling machine like playing the piano, clicking thousands of times per hour. Now, relying on AI algorithms, the number of clicks per hour for on-duty workers has been reduced to several hundred.
Another example is the quality inspection process. An online monitoring system that integrates sensing technology can perform real-time detection of tiny defects on the surface of silicon steel during high-speed production, with a detection accuracy of millimeter level.
More importantly, the intelligent transformation of this factory is not only an informatization and automation upgrade of equipment, but also a reconstruction of production logic. Since 2018, we have started to build an intelligent factory, constructing a big data model from material design to terminal applications. AI models assist in production decision-making, and AI algorithms can be said to have reshaped the entire silicon steel industry chain. In the research and development stage, AI algorithms have replaced the "expert experience + manual trial and error" model, reducing the amount of high-performance non-oriented silicon steel research and development experiments by half, and the prediction accuracy exceeds 95%.
The "High-end Green Silicon Steel Predictive Manufacturing Intelligent Factory" was recently selected as a national "Leading Intelligent Factory." With this honor and encouragement, we will continue to contribute to the research of high-end green silicon steel.
(The author is the chief engineer of the Silicon Steel Division of Baosteel Co., Ltd. (宝钢股份硅钢事业部), interviewed and compiled by Huang Xiaohui (黄晓慧), a reporter of this newspaper)
Reporter's Notes
Running a Marathon of "Perfection"
Walking into the Fourth Intelligent Factory of the Silicon Steel Division of Baosteel Co., Ltd. (宝钢股份硅钢事业部), the agile robotic arms and the unmanned transport vehicles shuttling autonomously caught my attention. Here, thin strips of silicon steel, with a thickness equivalent to A4 paper, travel at a speed of 100 meters per minute, each coil carrying the precision and wisdom of China's high-end manufacturing.
An even more refreshing scene appeared in the control room. In the hall, on the huge electronic screen with three curved surfaces, production data jumped in real time, and about 10,000 tons of silicon steel are shipped from here to the whole country and exported to the world every day. The operator showed me his "digital co-worker" - the AI-assisted decision-making system, which had just successfully monitored an abnormal roller consumption and avoided unplanned downtime. The operator introduced that this control room was designed and built more than ten years ago. Now, with the help of AI-assisted production decision-making, the entire production line can be scheduled to start running with a light touch of the computer, and completed automatically with the help of the "cloud," greatly improving production efficiency.
The construction and application of intelligent factories is a marathon of 精益求精 (jīng yì qiú jīng - "strive for perfection," constantly improving). To do a good job in the intelligent transformation of a leading factory, it is necessary not only to realize the automation of the production line, but also to build a huge neural network and command center behind it. It is believed that with the collective efforts of scientific researchers, intelligent factories will inject a continuous stream of "technological energy" into the pulse of China's economy.
Further Reading
What is the Role of High-Performance Silicon Steel in Low-Carbon Energy Conservation?
Silicon steel is an extremely thin steel sheet with a silicon content of 0.5%-4.8%. Because its surface is often covered with a gray inorganic coating, it is also called "silicon steel sheet" or "electrical steel." Its special feature lies in the complex rolling and heat treatment process, which makes the internal grains form a consistent orientation arrangement, so as to obtain excellent electromagnetic properties. According to the grain structure, it can be divided into grain-oriented silicon steel (with grains arranged in a specific direction) and non-oriented silicon steel (with grains randomly arranged).
As the core soft magnetic material of the power industry, silicon steel mainly plays a key role in the conversion and transmission of electric energy. First of all, silicon steel is the "efficient heart" of energy conversion. Its high magnetic permeability and low iron loss characteristics can avoid excessive heating of the transformer core and greatly reduce energy loss during the electric energy conversion process. According to statistics, 60% of the no-load loss of transformers depends on the performance of silicon steel.
In addition, silicon steel is also an "invisible promoter" of green transformation. High-performance silicon steel can help improve energy efficiency. The use of high-magnetic induction oriented silicon steel in UHV transformers can reduce transmission losses by 30%; the use of thin-gauge non-oriented silicon steel in drive motors for new energy vehicles can increase the driving range by 5%-10%. The amount of electricity saved each year in China due to the upgrading of silicon steel performance is equivalent to 20% of the annual power generation of the Three Gorges Dam (三峡电站).
(Compiled by Huang Xiaohui (黄晓慧), a reporter of this newspaper)
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 6th (Liu Lingling (刘玲玲), Jia Ruoying (贾若莹). On the afternoon of the 6th, the symposium "Strengthening International Communication and Promoting the Construction of a Community of Common Destiny with Neighboring Countries" and the launch ceremony of the new book "Borderland Observations" and video project were held at the People's Daily.
Niu Yibing (牛一兵), Deputy Director of the Cyberspace Administration of China and Deputy Director of the State Internet Information Office, Cui Shixin (崔士鑫), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the People's Daily, and Yin Lujun (殷陆君), member of the Party Group and Secretary of the Secretariat of the All-China Journalists Association, attended the meeting. Participants exchanged views on how to tell the stories of neighboring countries and do a good job in neighboring countries, so as to further implement the spirit of the Central Conference on Work Relating to Neighboring Countries and contribute wisdom to promoting the construction of a community of common destiny with neighboring countries.
Since the Central Conference on Work Relating to Neighboring Countries in April 2025, the People's Daily has launched the "Borderland Observations" series of special editions, which, through on-the-spot interviews in all 45 prefecture-level cities, autonomous prefectures, and leagues in 9 provinces of China's land border areas, tells vivid stories and innovative measures of China and neighboring countries deepening cultural exchanges, promoting people-to-people connectivity, and strengthening economic and trade exchanges. The relevant reports have been compiled into the book "Borderland Observations". The video project launched on the same day will continue to tell borderland stories to the outside world through video works in different languages, and show the fruitful results of the construction of a community of common destiny with neighboring countries.
Return to TopZigui County (秭归县), Yichang City (宜昌市), Hubei Province (湖北省) is a major county for navel orange production and also a primary navel orange producing area. Currently, it is the season when navel oranges are ripe. Fruit farmers are using drones to transport navel oranges, helping to efficiently harvest, greatly saving labor, shortening field transportation time, and improving agricultural production efficiency. The picture shows fruit farmers transporting spring oranges in Yandengbao Village (烟灯堡村), Guojia坝 Town (郭家坝镇), Zigui County (秭归县) a few days ago.
Photo by Wei Qiyang (魏启扬) (People's Vision)
Return to TopThe Beijing (北京) April 6th (Reporter Li Xinping (李心萍)) report: This reporter learned recently from China Railway Construction Corporation (中国铁建) that the world's largest piling ship, "CRCC Bridge Pile 1 (铁建大桥桩1) ", was officially launched in Nantong (南通), Jiangsu (江苏). The ship, invested and built by China Railway Construction Bridge Engineering Bureau (中国铁建大桥局), has a total length of 130 meters and can drive piles with a maximum weight of 700 tons and a diameter of 7 meters. The piling positioning accuracy reaches centimeter level. It is currently the piling ship with the highest pile frame and the largest pile lifting capacity in the world.
According to reports, "CRCC Bridge Pile 1 (铁建大桥桩1)" has achieved two major global first applications in technology research and development. First, it is the first time in the world that fusion technology has been applied to large-scale piling ships. This technology can intelligently switch positioning modes, maintain hull stability, and improve operational safety and construction efficiency. Second, it is the first time in the world that a closed-loop hydraulic system for the main oil cylinder has been applied to a piling ship. This system can realize the conversion and recovery of potential energy to electrical energy when the pile frame is lowered or tilted forward.
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李亚楠 张丹华 徐驭尧
This year's No. 1 Central Document proposes supporting the development of green and efficient breeding, promoting the intensive processing of agricultural products, cultivating high-quality agricultural brands, and promoting the development of the entire industrial chain.
China is the world's largest food industry country, with an industry scale of approximately 9.8 trillion yuan; there are more than 450 characteristic food production areas, with an industrial scale of over 2.5 trillion yuan. Many characteristic foods originate from characteristic agricultural products and come from the vast countryside. How can characteristic rural agricultural products be transformed into advantageous industries? The reporter conducted an investigation.
Xinjiang Tomatoes: Supporting a Large Industry
In the production workshop of Xiaochu Food Co., Ltd. (笑厨食品有限公司) in Changji City (昌吉市), Xinjiang (新疆), bottles of tomato juice and tomato sauce are being packaged off the production line; in the online live broadcast room, the host is introducing the products in detail, answering questions, and the number of orders is constantly increasing. From tomato chunks, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, to tomato juice, tomato paste... all kinds of products, the raw materials are high-quality tomatoes grown locally in Xinjiang.
Last year, Zhang Yulin (张玉林), a grower in Xingfu Village (幸福村), Ergong Town (二六工镇), Changji City (昌吉市), signed an order contract with Xiaochu Company (笑厨公司) in advance, "All the tomatoes produced on more than 900 mu of land are ordered by the company, so there is no worry about selling them." Zhang Yulin (张玉林) calculated an account: the average yield per mu is 10 tons, calculated at an order price of 0.45 yuan per kilogram, the output value per mu reaches 4,500 yuan, "I can make money, and I will continue to sign orders and grow tomatoes this year!"
At present, Xinjiang (新疆) has developed into an important base for the tomato industry, and the planting areas are mainly distributed in Changji (昌吉), Shihezi (石河子), Kuytun (奎屯), Shawan (沙湾), Usu (乌苏), Bole (博乐) and other places and counties and cities in the Yanqi Basin (焉耆盆地).
In 2025, the planting area of processed tomatoes in Xinjiang (新疆) will reach 520,000 mu, the output will reach 4.8 million tons, the level of full mechanization will be as high as 99%, the rate of machine sowing and machine harvesting will exceed 98.5%, there will be more than 70 processing enterprises, most of which mainly produce large-barrel tomato sauce, and the production categories and output of small-packaged tomato products will also increase significantly, forming a complete industrial chain system of breeding, planting, processing, and sales.
In COFCO Tunhe Changji Tomato Products Co., Ltd. (中粮屯河昌吉番茄制品有限公司), every harvest season, dispatchers will use the COFCO Tomato Information Management Platform to learn about the total amount of deliveries, the number of transport vehicles and harvesters online, etc. with one click, so as to compress the time from harvesting to making products as much as possible. This platform can also arrange the harvesting of the most suitable varieties at the best maturity period according to consumers' needs for different products. At present, the company has developed 39 tomato varieties, effectively breaking through the bottleneck of the seed industry, and has also opened a tomato classroom to provide precise guidance on the technical points of the entire process of cultivating, planting, managing, and harvesting processed tomatoes, and trains more than 5,000 growers every year.
"Our fully automatic production line is fully operational, and can process more than 8,000 tons of raw tomato materials in 24 hours." Yu Chunshan (俞春山), vice president of Xinjiang Tomato Industry Association (新疆番茄行业协会) and general manager of Xinjiang Xiaochu Food Co., Ltd. (新疆笑厨食品有限公司), introduced that in 2025, the company's tomato product output will reach 110,000 tons, of which tomato sauce will reach 20,000 tons, directly driving more than 120 processed tomato growers to increase their income.
"Due to the unique natural climate, Xinjiang's (新疆) tomatoes have a higher sugar content, and the lycopene content after being made into tomato sauce exceeds 70 mg/g, far exceeding the national standard, and is very popular in the market." Yu Chunshan (俞春山) said that consumers are paying more and more attention to nutrition and health, and the unique advantages of Xinjiang (新疆) tomato products have broadened the sales market, and both export and domestic sales are doing well.
Fuping Goat Milk: Exploring New Business Forms
At dawn, with the light mist still lingering, in Yongbei Group (永北组), Shuangyang Village (双杨村), Liuqu Town (流曲镇), Fuping County (富平县), Shaanxi (陕西), two modern milking stations are operating simultaneously, and mechanized milking stations are busy. "Every household in the village is engaged in breeding, and my family can increase its income by more than 200,000 yuan every year by raising sheep!" said breeder Xiang Bin (向斌).
In Caoguan Village (曹管村), Liuji Town (刘集镇), the Weinan Production and Investment High-Yield Dairy Goat Digital Breeding Base (渭南产投高产奶山羊数字化育种基地) has 1,500 Saanen dairy goats imported from Australia wearing smart ear tags and chewing silage feed. Breeding management personnel use mobile phones to view health data in real time. In the past, breeding relied on experience, but now it is moving towards intelligence and digitization.
Fuping (富平) is the largest dairy goat breeding base county in the country, with 950,000 dairy goats, an annual output of 261,000 tons of fresh goat milk, and has titles such as "Hometown of Dairy Goats" and "Capital of Goat Milk". Zhi Guangqiang (支光强), director of the Fuping County Animal Husbandry Development Center (富平县畜牧发展中心), introduced that Fuping County (富平县) has established the dairy goat industry as a pillar industry of the county economy. Nowadays, many breeders have built new houses and bought new cars relying on the dairy goat industry, and their lives are getting better and better.
"Goat milk is rich in protein, amino acids and minerals, has high nutritional value and is easy to digest and absorb, and is very popular among consumers." Cui Yifei (崔义飞), director of the Fuping County Agriculture and Rural Affairs Bureau (富平县农业农村局), said that in order to promote industrial upgrading, the county is building a national modern agricultural industrial park to form a complete industrial chain system for dairy goats, supporting 8 enterprises including Hongxing Meiling (红星美羚), Jinyu Dairy (金牛乳业), and Shengtang Dairy (圣唐乳业) to build milk source bases, carry out improved breeding, expand processing capacity, develop new products, and promote the integrated development of grass and livestock.
In the newly completed production workshop of Shaanxi Yangyangxiang Dairy (陕西样样祥乳业), the liquid goat milk production line is operating in an orderly manner. "We have innovated the process, which can not only remove the mutton smell, but also completely retain the active nutritional components. This production line can process 100,000 tons of fresh goat milk a year, and it is expected to create 1.25 billion yuan in sales revenue throughout the year." Yang Bing (杨兵), deputy general manager of the company, introduced.
In Fuping (富平), goat milk companies are actively exploring industrial innovation. Some have independently developed goat cheese and goat whey powder production lines, breaking the dependence of domestic infant formula goat milk powder on imported goat whey powder; others have opened goat milk cafes in Guangzhou (广州), Shenzhen (深圳), Guangdong (广东) and other places, actively exploring new business forms... Nowadays, the pass rate of Fuping (富平) dairy products sampling inspection has remained at 100% for five consecutive years, and 120,000 people have achieved employment and income increase through the dairy goat industry, with an average household income increase of 20,000 yuan for breeders.
Tibet Mountain Spring: "Good Water" Comes Out of the Plateau
In Chongga Village (冲嘎村), Gongtang Township (公塘乡), Damxung County (当雄县), Lhasa (拉萨), Tibet (西藏), surrounded by snow-capped mountains, a modern "water factory" is operating - the well-known glacier mineral water is produced and bottled here and sold to the whole country. As the province with the richest freshwater resources in the country, Tibet (西藏) has a total freshwater volume of nearly 500 billion cubic meters, accounting for 16.5% of the country's total, and the per capita water resources are the first in the country.
Based on this natural endowment, Tibet (西藏) has vigorously promoted the development of the "Tibet Good Water" industry, and has issued a number of policy documents such as opinions on accelerating the development of the natural drinking water industry. It also supports industrial transformation and upgrading, cost reduction and efficiency enhancement, quality improvement and capacity expansion, and extension and strengthening of the chain through digital transformation, introduction of supporting enterprises, and subsidies for products leaving Tibet (西藏).
In recent years, the annual average growth of natural drinking water production in Tibet (西藏) has exceeded 20%, with more than 60 production lines built, a designed production capacity of more than 5 million tons, and 56 natural drinking water production enterprises have been approved for food production licenses.
In Nyingchi (林芝), a "water factory" covering an area of 126 mu has been built and put into operation. The plateau water from the Nyainqentanglha Mountains (念青唐古拉山) source area is processed into bottled water through water treatment, filling, and labeling. Nongfu Spring (农夫山泉) has planned multiple production lines in this factory, covering natural drinking water, juice beverages, tea beverages and other categories, with an annual output of 590,000 tons. "This place has high-quality natural water sources, which can provide a solid quality guarantee for Nongfu Spring (农夫山泉) products." The person in charge of the enterprise introduced.
In order to ensure that the water source is not polluted, the local area has delineated protection zones, standardized production processes, and enterprises strictly schedule production according to needs. "More care for the water source can ensure a **细水长流** (xì shuǐ cháng liú - "thin water flows forever," a steady and continuous flow of benefits or resources)." Wang Hua (王华), general manager of 5100 mineral water production enterprise, said.
The development and growth of the water industry has increasingly shown its effect on enriching the people. Tsering Wangjie (次仁旺杰) is a native of Chongga Village (冲嘎村) and now works in a local drinking water company. At first, he knew nothing about operating various advanced equipment. With the support of the company, he went to other places to study many times, gradually mastered various technologies, became an operating expert, and grew from an ordinary worker to a production manager.
According to reports, this mineral water production enterprise has helped achieve an average annual household income of nearly 100,000 yuan by absorbing 95% of local villagers for employment.
Nowadays, pure "Tibet Good Water" has become a signature of Tibet's (西藏) local characteristic food industry. A number of Tibet (西藏) water brands such as 5100, Gesang Spring (格桑泉), Zhuoma Spring (卓玛泉), Dazhao Sacred Spring (大昭圣泉), and Gang Rinpoche (冈仁波齐) are recognized by consumers for their high quality. At present, Tibet (西藏) natural drinking water enterprises not only directly and indirectly drive employment, but also benefit the surrounding people through industrial poverty alleviation or dividends. In the future, the local area will continue to tap the potential of the industry and build natural drinking water into an important industry for enriching the people and strengthening the region.
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The spring breeze brings warmth, and in Guzhu Village (顾渚村), Shuikou Township (水口乡), Changxing County (长兴县), Huzhou (湖州), Zhejiang (浙江), the mountain breeze carries the fragrance of tea. Along the tea mountains, farmhouses are scattered in a well-arranged manner.
On the main road into the village, tourist buses with license plates from Shanghai (沪), Jiangsu (苏), and Zhejiang (浙) shuttle back and forth, and the parking lot is full.
"Boss Zhang (张老板), is it still the south-facing room this time?" Shanghai (上海) tourist Li Xuezhen (李雪珍) asked, dragging her suitcase towards the guesthouse after getting off the bus.
"I know, I know, we've been waiting for you," guesthouse operator Lao Zhang (老张) replied enthusiastically.
"Look up, smile a little—" In front of the Datang Tribute Tea Courtyard (大唐贡茶院) on the other side, tourists from Suzhou (苏州) wearing festive Chinese-style vests were taking photos in the ancient-style corridors.
The depths of the tea courtyard are even more lively. Steaming, crushing, molding, perforating... At the Luyu Tea Culture Research and Study Base (陆羽茶文化研学基地), tea farmer Li Weiqiang (李伟强), dressed in a blue cloth shirt, is demonstrating tea frying and cake tea making techniques. In the cultural and creative shop, tea coffee, tea balm, and other items are quite popular.
Walking past the tea courtyard, the Guzhu Farmers' Market (顾渚农贸市场) is bustling with noise.
"Boss, leave a little of the bamboo shoot shell, I'm going to cook Yan Du Xian (腌笃鲜) when I get back." In front of the stall selling spring bamboo shoots, Shanghai (上海) tourist Wang Meihua (王美华) picked out three plump bamboo shoots. She said she wanted her family to taste her newly learned cooking skills.
Guzhu Village (顾渚村) is located at the junction of Jiangsu (苏), Zhejiang (浙), and Anhui (皖) provinces, and 90% of the villagers are making a living from tourism. In 2025, the village received over 4 million tourists, with a total tourism income of over 1.2 billion yuan, and the total collective economic income of the village exceeded 9 million yuan.
Zhang Mingxiang (张明祥), the village party secretary, said that this used to be a hard place, where villagers cut bamboo to supplement their household income, young people went out to work, old houses were empty, and ancient tea gardens were deserted. In 1997, the Shenxing Rehabilitation and Recuperation Center (申兴康复疗养中心), which integrates rehabilitation, recuperation, and tourism, was built, and a group of retired elderly people from Shanghai (上海) came to this small mountain village by bus.
"At that time, I felt strange, why would people from Shanghai (上海) want to live in my old house?" Zhang Mingxiang (张明祥) later realized that tourists did not want hotels but farmhouses, did not eat banquets but local stoves, and sought a clean and natural good ecology.
Therefore, the villagers tried to renovate idle houses, put up local dishes, and launched a bed and breakfast service, saving the first pot of gold for rural tourism. Around 2013, the number of agritainment businesses increased to more than 300, and the government took the lead in building roads and building a tourist farmers' market. Guzhu Village (顾渚村) gradually became famous in Shanghai (沪), Jiangsu (苏), and Zhejiang (浙).
"The service is too good," Wang Meihua (王美华) said, the village offers all-inclusive services including food, accommodation, pick-up, drop-off, and entertainment. There are also 5 motorcades and more than 30 buses that pick up and drop off tourists point-to-point from the entrance of residential areas in Shanghai (上海) to the entrance of guesthouses in the village, and there are exclusive discounts on scenic spot tickets.
"We have bid farewell to the low-end model of competing for beds and prices in the early years, and clearly defined the development from an agritainment gathering place to a rural living and travel destination, guarding the ecological and tea culture roots, and continuously upgrading the business format," Zhang Mingxiang (张明祥) said.
To this end, Guzhu Village (顾渚村) promoted the upgrading of guesthouse hardware and carried out the renovation of beautiful courtyards. 280 elevators cover nearly half of the guesthouses, solving the problem of going up and down the stairs for the "silver-haired group". At the same time, unified skills service training for practitioners was carried out, so that they could "brew a pot of tea, play a musical instrument, sing a song, cook a dish, and take a photo", and began to shift to competing for service and culture.
At present, the Zisun Tea (紫笋茶) in Guzhu Village (顾渚村) has entered the concentrated picking period. Tourists can experience the whole process of tea picking, tea making, and tea tasting, and feel the charm of tea culture. The village also held spring-themed activities such as cross-country running, digging wild vegetables, and digging spring bamboo shoots. Data shows that the return rate of old customers in Guzhu Village (顾渚村) is as high as 70%, and many people come five or six times a year.
In the evening, in the courtyard of the guesthouse, Li Xuezhen (李雪珍) and her friends sat around chatting, holding Zisun Tea (紫笋茶) in their hands, roasting sweet potatoes on the stove, and the air was filled with fragrance. "This lively atmosphere of life contains a full sense of relaxation and human touch," Li Xuezhen (李雪珍) said.
(Related new media reports can be found on the People's Daily National Party Media Information Public Platform's "Big Country, Small Village" (《大国小村》) Communication Cloud Platform, the Farmer's Daily official WeChat account, and the "Study the Great Nation" ("学习强国") learning platform with the same name.)
Return to TopBeijing, April 6th (People's Daily reporter Wang Yunshan (王云杉)) The National Data Administration (国家数据局) recently issued an announcement to solicit public opinions on the "Data Property Rights Registration Work Guidelines (Trial)" (《数据产权登记工作指引（试行）》 (Public Consultation Draft)). This move aims to promote the establishment and improvement of a data property rights system, construct a nationally unified data property rights registration system, and help cultivate a nationally integrated data market.
The opinion clarifies that the national data management department is responsible for the relevant management work of national data property rights registration. Specific responsibilities include: establishing and improving a nationally unified data property rights registration system, piloting and improving regulatory rules for data property rights registration institutions, registration rules, etc.; guiding and supervising national data property rights registration activities; managing the national data property rights registration service platform; and other responsibilities stipulated by laws and regulations.
Provincial data management departments are responsible for the relevant management work of data property rights registration within their respective administrative regions. Specific responsibilities include: recommending registration institutions within their respective administrative regions; guiding and supervising data property rights registration activities within their respective administrative regions; and other responsibilities stipulated by laws and regulations. Provincial data management departments may entrust municipal data management departments to carry out specific work.
Return to TopThis reporter Zhang Cheng (张枨) learned from the Department of Water Resources of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区水利厅): After the Xiliao River (西辽河) launched its spring water resources allocation, at 13:00 on April 5th, the head of the water replenishment in the main stream reached Anletun (安乐屯), connecting with the existing water surface downstream. The Xiliao River (西辽河) achieved full-line connectivity as scheduled. Following two full-line connections of 403 kilometers in 2025, the Xiliao River (西辽河) has achieved its full-line connection target for two consecutive years, and the ecological restoration work in the basin has been effectively carried out.
Since the official launch of the spring ecological water volume allocation on March 1st, the Department of Water Resources of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (内蒙古自治区水利厅) has conducted multiple rounds of consultations and judgments, dynamically tracked the water head position by generating daily flow schematic diagrams, issued dispatch instructions in a timely manner, and strictly implemented the key measures of "full-line closure and centralized discharge." At the same time, adhering to accurate water accounting and efficient utilization, various water sources were coordinated and revitalized. The available water volume of four reservoirs, including the Dashimen (大石门), Dongtaizi (东台子), Derisubao Leng (德日苏宝冷), and Hongshan (红山) reservoirs, the "Diverting U to Tong" project (引乌入通工程), and three sewage treatment plants were all included in the allocation scope, so that every cubic meter of water resources could exert its maximum ecological effectiveness.
Clearing obstacles along the way to ensure smooth flow and opening up key channels for ecological water transfer. Tongliao City (通辽市) seized the construction period to carry out emergency dredging and management of river channels, investing 35.05 million yuan to dredge 41 kilometers of the Lao Ha River (老哈河) channel and 115 kilometers of the main stream channel of the Xiliao River (西辽河). At the same time, Chifeng City (赤峰市) and Tongliao City (通辽市) promoted the "cleaning the trough" action (清槽行动) in rivers, lakes, and reservoirs in depth, consolidated the results of prohibiting planting in the main river channel, made every effort to rectify the existing "four disorders" problems, and strictly controlled new problems, clearing all kinds of obstacles for the smooth flow of water. 扫清各类障碍 (sǎo qīng gè lèi zhàng ài - "sweep away all kinds of obstacles," to remove all impediments or difficulties).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 姜晓丹
Walking into the studio of Liang Jiankun (梁建坤), a representative inheritor of Yunfu (云浮) stone carving art in Guangdong (广东), a stone "paper airplane" is placed in the middle of the display cabinet, the work is as thin as paper, which is amazing.
"This work is called 'Chasing Dreams and Setting Sail' (逐梦起航), and the inspiration comes from the paper airplane that carries childhood memories," said Liang Jiankun (梁建坤). Not far from the "paper airplane" is a bowl of river noodles carved and polished from stone, and the ingredients in the bowl are very realistic.
A pair of shoes, a basket of fruit, a kettle... In Liang Jiankun's (梁建坤) studio, many works are inspired by daily life, conveying his warmth towards ordinary life.
In 1987, 16-year-old Liang Jiankun (梁建坤) entered the Yunfu (云浮) Arts and Crafts Research Institute to study stone carving art with his excellent foundation in fine arts and painting, and has been associated with stone carving art ever since.
Yunfu (云浮) is a famous stone producing area, known as the "Stone Capital," and the rich and diverse stone materials are the foundation of Liang Jiankun's (梁建坤) creation. "You have to encounter suitable stone materials with good ideas. Sometimes the 'fate' is not enough, and the creative inspiration cannot be realized for several years." Because the craft factory he worked for was restructured, he once left the stone carving art field he loved. "No matter what I do, I always think about those stones in my heart." Liang Jiankun (梁建坤) made up his mind to devote himself wholeheartedly to stone carving creation again.
Polishing a stone carving work is a complicated process, which requires more than 10 procedures such as stone selection, design, roughing, chiseling, repairing, and oiling. It often takes half a year or even several years to complete a work. Liang Jiankun (梁建坤) is immersed in it, and forgets the time as soon as he sits down to carve, and can work for more than ten hours a day.
In 2014, Liang Jiankun (梁建坤) became a representative inheritor of Guangdong (广东省) Provincial Intangible Cultural Heritage (Yunfu Stone Carving Art) (广东省非物质文化遗产（云浮石艺）代表性传承人). In 2016, when Yunfu Technician College (云浮技师学院) sent an invitation to Liang Jiankun (梁建坤) to establish a "Stone Craft" major, he agreed without hesitation, hoping to train more talents and inherit the stone carving art culture.
Yunfu (云浮) stone carving art belongs to a regional industry, and there is almost no similar professional construction experience for reference in technical colleges across the country. At the beginning of professional construction, there was a lack of standards, textbooks, and teachers. Liang Jiankun (梁建坤) and his team gnawed at the hard bones bit by bit, organized the teaching team to build a work-integrated curriculum system, completed the curriculum framework for intermediate and advanced, and pre-technician levels, and developed some core professional course textbooks. He also established a studio, teaching hand-in-hand by taking apprentices, and conducting more than 700 class hours of teaching activities every year.
In 2018, "Liang Jiankun (梁建坤) Skill Master Studio" (梁建坤技能大师工作室) was recognized as a national skill master studio. Up to now, Liang Jiankun (梁建坤) has trained nearly 100 highly skilled stone carving art talents, and is constantly injecting fresh blood into the inheritance and development of Yunfu (云浮) stone carving art. Liang Jiankun (梁建坤) organized students to participate in the first and second "Baihe Cup" (百鹤杯) National Arts and Crafts Design Innovation Competition, and the works of teachers and students won the "Baihe Newcomer Award" (百鹤新锐奖); in the architectural stone carving project of the 45th WorldSkills Competition, as the national team coach, the players he trained won the gold medal in the project.
From copying paintings until dawn when he was young, to studying painting and carving knowledge hard, and then to 废寝忘食 (fèi qǐn wàng shí - "forget sleep, forget food," to be so dedicated as to neglect eating and sleeping) in artistic creation, Liang Jiankun's (梁建坤) investment in stone carving art has also influenced more young people. "I will continue to maintain this love and continue to innovate on the basis of inheriting traditions," said Liang Jiankun (梁建坤).
Return to TopThis newspaper's Nanning (南宁) April 6th dispatch (Reporter Zhang Yunhe (张云河)) Recently, the Guangxi-ASEAN Artificial Intelligence Proof-of-Concept Center was inaugurated at the Wuxiang Cloud Valley AI Intelligent Computing Industrial Park in Nanning (南宁), Guangxi (广西). This innovative platform, oriented towards ASEAN and focusing on key links in AI industrialization, has officially landed, and will open up the "first kilometer" of artificial intelligence from scientific research results to industrial applications, and help build a new highland for China-ASEAN AI industry cooperation.
The center is jointly built by multiple institutions, relying on the powerful computing power base of the Wuxiang Cloud Valley Intelligent Computing Center, combined with Guangxi's (广西) unique and rich ASEAN language resources, to build a full-process technology verification service system, which can provide AI innovation projects with a one-stop closed-loop service from initial idea review, technical evaluation, Demo verification to commercialization, and strive for "low-cost verification, high-value transformation," to achieve precise matching of technological innovation and market demand.
In terms of ecological construction and entrepreneurial empowerment, the center simultaneously built a "one-stop OPC (One Person Company) Entrepreneurial Community" to provide AI entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises with "move-in" full-chain services, comprehensively reducing the threshold for entrepreneurship and cultivating AI innovation entities.
At the unveiling ceremony, the first batch of universities and technology companies from ASEAN countries such as Thailand (泰国) and Malaysia (马来西亚), as well as a number of domestic science and technology innovation and cultural and creative enterprises, reached strategic cooperation with the center and signed contracts, focusing on AI technology ASEAN scenario adaptation, industrial achievement transformation, AIGC (Artificial Intelligence Generated Content) cultural and creative overseas expansion, digital talent training, low-altitude economy and smart agriculture, and other fields to carry out in-depth collaboration, and create a digital economy "cross-border interface" radiating ASEAN.
Return to TopOn both sides of the Yangtze River (扬子江), the ancient capital of Nanjing (南京) is experiencing a "new" wave, with emerging industries growing and innovation never stopping.
With well-known universities deeply involved in "dual innovation integration," technological enterprises are producing frequent results, the industrial structure is being adjusted and optimized, and benchmark scenarios are empowering industry development. Nanjing (南京) City, Jiangsu Province (江苏省), is building a modern industrial system with advanced manufacturing as its backbone, taking solid steps and demonstrating its advantages. Striving forward into the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, Nanjing (南京) is focusing on creating a "1026" advanced manufacturing cluster covering 10 industrial clusters and 26 industrial chains, contributing to the new practice of Chinese-style modernization in Jiangsu (江苏) with a high-spirited attitude.
Advanced Manufacturing: Supporting the Construction of a Modern Industrial System
During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, Nanjing (南京) focused on building a strong industrial city and developing strategic emerging industries: creating a National Pilot Zone for Innovation and Application of Artificial Intelligence, being selected as one of the first pilot cities for "Vehicle-Road-Cloud Integration" application of intelligent connected vehicles, one of the first pilot cities for large-scale application of Beidou (北斗) in the industrial and information technology field, a pilot city for the application of new energy vehicle battery swapping mode, one of the first pilot cities for the integrated application of "5G+Industrial Internet," a key city for the "Sailing" action of 5G applications in 2024, and a pilot city for the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises; and continuously holding multiple World Intelligent Manufacturing Conferences, Nanjing (南京) Software Conferences, and Global 6G Technology and Industrial Ecology Conferences. In addition, the output value of new-generation information communication, robotics, integrated circuits, artificial intelligence, and other industries has maintained double-digit growth. Furthermore, the case of "Taking the Construction of a Strong Industrial City as the Guideline to Create New Nanjing (南京) Practices for High-Quality Manufacturing Development" was successfully selected into the "List of Practice Cases and Featured Cases of High-Quality Urban Manufacturing Development in 2024" by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
Drawing the future with the pen of planning. During the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, Nanjing (南京) will focus on building the "1026" advanced manufacturing cluster. Among them, software and information services, new-type power (smart grid), special steel materials, and large aircraft have already entered the national advanced manufacturing cluster; the third-generation semiconductor, cell and gene technology, general intelligence, virtual reality, low-altitude economy, and future network have been selected as provincial pilot projects for the early aggregation and development of future industries, and the future is promising.
In the "1026" advanced manufacturing cluster system, the scale of the software and information service industry will exceed 1 trillion yuan, and the smart grid industry will exceed 500 billion yuan. The two major advantageous industries will reach new heights in 2025. The forward-looking layout of future industries represented by the low-altitude economy will seize the commanding heights of new tracks.
Smart Grid: Strengthening Energy Security Guarantee Support
In line with the global trend of accelerating the transition of the energy system to green and low-carbon, Nanjing (南京) is currently drafting a plan to build a trillion-yuan-level smart grid industry during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period. The scale of the smart grid industry will exceed 500 billion yuan, and the entire industrial chain system will cover "source-grid-load-storage," becoming an important support for strengthening energy security. Behind this, there is both leading dragon enterprises and coordinated goose formations.
The world's first ±800 kV/8 million kW controllable phase-shifting converter valve was selected as one of the "Top Ten National Heavy Equipment of Central Enterprises in 2025"; the application of grid-forming energy storage technology improves the level of new energy consumption; and key technologies for DC coordinated control and risk prevention and control are broken through for new energy grid connection scenarios. These key technologies for the construction of new power systems all come from the leading enterprise in the Nanjing (南京) smart grid cluster—State Grid Electric Power Research Institute Co., Ltd. (NARI Group Co., Ltd.) (referred to as "NARI" (南瑞)).
Nanjing's (南京) "One Valley, Three Zones, Two Poles" new power industry development layout provides solid support for deep collaboration between upstream and downstream and across fields: "One Valley" is Jiangning District (江宁区), which is the central area and the source of original technology; "Three Zones" are Qixia District (栖霞区), Jiangbei New Area (江北新区), and Gulou District (鼓楼区). Qixia District (栖霞区) focuses on developing the insulator and bushing industry and the new energy equipment industry, Jiangbei New Area (江北新区) focuses on developing grid automation, power plant and industrial automation, and other fields, and Gulou District (鼓楼区) builds a platform industrial system with energy and power headquarters enterprises as the focus and "artificial intelligence+" energy as the feature; Lishui District (溧水区) and Liuhe District (六合区) form "Two Poles," focusing on subdivided fields such as charging and discharging equipment and wind power energy storage, respectively.
Adhering to the dual-wheel drive of talent leadership and key technology breakthroughs, and consolidating the innovative subject status of enterprises, Nanjing's (南京) effect as a high ground for industrial talent continues to emerge. In 2025, one expert from NARI (南瑞) was newly elected as an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (中国工程院). So far, the Nanjing (南京) smart grid industry has gathered 4 academicians.
With the high market share of smart grid core equipment and smart operation and maintenance capabilities, Nanjing (南京) smart grid enterprises continue to build a solid security defense line for the stable operation of "dual-high" new power systems. In 2025, NARI (南瑞) achieved multiple breakthroughs in grid-forming technology, integrated control, and ultra-high voltage DC in complex scenarios. The proposal initiated and led by NARI (南瑞), "Grid-Forming Energy Storage System in High-Voltage AC System," was reviewed and approved by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), and a formal working group was established, accelerating the pace of internationalization.
Based on the opening year of the "15th Five-Year Plan," the Nanjing (南京) smart grid industry will anchor the "trillion" scale target, promote technological innovation and industrial upgrading with greater strength, and inject more powerful and resilient "Nanjing (南京) momentum" into the construction of a new power system.
Artificial Intelligence: Creating a Benchmark Scenario for the Intelligent Economy
The ancient capital of Nanjing (南京) is actively exploring the forefront of the intelligent economy. On March 22, the Zhihui Jinling·AI Open Source Talent Summit and the ModelScope Developer Conference were held here. 57 participating teams from 11 well-known universities competed on-site and sparked sparks at the interactive exchange market and technical theme forums.
As the only National Pilot Zone for Innovation and Application of Artificial Intelligence in Jiangsu Province (江苏省), Nanjing (南京) regards 2026 as a key year for in-depth promotion of the "Artificial Intelligence+" action. Through the overall coordination of the Municipal Artificial Intelligence (Software) Industry Tackling Office, it focuses on three dimensions and strives to make efforts and gain experience in cutting-edge fields.
Focusing on industrial agglomeration, build a high ground for the whole-domain collaborative ecosystem. Nanjing (南京) continues to optimize the city's industrial spatial layout: create a benchmark for artificial intelligence ecological blocks, promote the quality and upgrading of the China (Nanjing) Software Valley (中国（南京）软件谷) ecological block, and optimize the development and trading functions of the intelligent body distribution center; focusing on the "AI+" subdivided track, promote the construction of the Artificial Intelligence International Community in the Hexi Central Science and Technology Innovation Zone (河西中央科创区); accelerate the construction of agglomeration areas such as the Qin Orange OPC (One Person Company) Community, Quality Energy·Workshop, Xuanwu·Model Division College, and Tongcheng OPC Community, providing test fields and debut places for various AI technologies, products, and solutions.
Focusing on integrated demonstration, create a benchmark for scenario-enabled applications. Nanjing (南京) deeply cultivates fields such as steel, petrochemical, electronic information, and smart grids, promotes the embedding and integration of large models and intelligent bodies, and will explore and create 50 typical application scenarios and benchmark cases in the manufacturing field to empower new industrialization with artificial intelligence; actively deploy "Artificial Intelligence+Software" and guide 200 key software enterprises to implement intelligent technological transformation projects; promote health and transportation departments to formulate special plans for their respective industries; and regularly carry out project roadshows to promote the replication and promotion of mature applications throughout the city.
Focusing on element support, build a solid foundation for the development of the entire chain. Nanjing (南京) starts from the research and development needs of universities and the development needs of enterprises to improve the city's "millisecond computing" service capabilities; formulate an annual "one enterprise, one policy" cultivation service plan for chain owner enterprises; hold the Jiangsu Province (江苏省) Artificial Intelligence Industry Development Conference, and regularly carry out "Ning Gong Pin Tui" (宁工品推) artificial intelligence supply and demand docking and scenario release to promote integrated application promotion.
Low-Altitude Economy: Early Agglomeration and Development Accumulates Momentum for "Takeoff"
Nanjing (南京) is one of the cities in the country that started earlier and developed faster in the field of low-altitude economy. Relying on the advantages of the first batch of national civil unmanned driving aviation test zones and the Jiangsu Province (江苏省) pilot project for the early aggregation and development of future industries (low-altitude economy), in 2025, the revenue scale of related enterprises in the city's low-altitude economy field reached 40 billion yuan.
The policy system continues to improve. Nanjing (南京) has built a low-altitude economic policy system including an overall implementation plan, industrial support policies, and flight service guarantees. It has issued the "Nanjing (南京) Civil Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Low-Altitude Flight Safety Management Interim Measures," promoted the preparation of low-altitude economic development plans, established aviation and aerospace industry mother funds, air-ground digital intelligence industry investment funds, and other funds, and built an industrial service system of "special class + sector + key park."
The industrial energy level has been steadily improved, and the efficiency of scientific and technological innovation has been highlighted. Nanjing (南京) has gathered more than 300 low-altitude economic enterprises, including CETC LES (中电莱斯), China Telecom Unmanned Technology (中电信无人科技), Yeweit (亿维特), TopXGun Robotics (拓攻机器人), Junli Huawei (君立华域), M镭激光, and Xinda Meteorology (信大气象). Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (南京航空航天大学), Nanjing University of Science and Technology (南京理工大学), Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (南京信息工程大学), Southeast University (东南大学), and other 53 universities have multiple national-level technology innovation centers in the field of low-altitude economy; the National University Information and Communication Regional Technology Transfer and Transformation Center (Jiangsu) (全国高校信息通信区域技术转移转化中心（江苏）), as well as more than 40 provincial-level scientific research carriers and multiple innovation consortia have been established.
Infrastructure is accelerating, and application scenarios are demonstrating leadership. At present, Nanjing (南京) has built a total of 400 low-altitude take-off and landing sites (points), and the total airspace approved has exceeded 2,536 square kilometers, and the total mileage of routes has exceeded 3,500 kilometers. The Ningchu (宁滁) adjacent airspace has achieved cross-city collaborative management. Collect relevant data to build a low-altitude data base, put into operation the municipal low-altitude flight service platform, and in 2025, it has guaranteed more than 388,000 compliant flights and 85,000 hours. This year, it has accumulated more than 85,000 compliant flights and 18,000 hours. It has taken the lead in trying out multiple low-altitude economic application scenarios, such as Jiangsu Changjianghui Technology Co., Ltd. (江苏长江汇科技有限公司)'s innovative realization of unmanned aerial vehicle "dynamic following and distribution of sailing ships" and replicated it to multiple waters along the river. Nanjing (南京) also uses unmanned aerial vehicle inspections in maritime affairs, roads, Yangtze finless porpoise protection, construction safety, and other fields, and has cultivated multiple low-altitude application scenarios such as blood transportation, fresh food distribution, building cleaning, and "business district-island" distribution, benefiting social people's livelihood. The 10th China International Logistics Development Conference and the 2026 Nanjing (南京) Logistics High-Quality Development Conference will be held on April 16. Related low-altitude application scenarios will be further demonstrated and promoted, promoting the two-way empowerment of the low-altitude economy and manufacturing, and helping Nanjing (南京) build an international comprehensive transportation hub.
Data source: Nanjing (南京) Municipal Bureau of Industry and Information Technology
Nanjing (南京) Municipal Development and Reform Commission
By: 盛朝迅
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) has repeatedly emphasized the strong resilience of China's economy. At present, the world is undergoing profound changes unseen in a century, and various risks and challenges are intertwined and superimposed. Facing the complex and severe external environment and the arduous tasks of domestic reform, development, and stability, economic resilience has become an important indicator for measuring the maturity, competitiveness, and security of China's economy. It is a concentrated manifestation of the virtuous interaction between high-quality development and high-level security, and a key support for coping with external shocks, grasping the initiative of development, and achieving long-term stable development. Profoundly grasping the rich connotation and practical requirements of General Secretary Xi Jinping's important exposition on economic resilience is of great and far-reaching significance for promoting high-quality development and comprehensively advancing the construction of a strong country and the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation with Chinese-style modernization.
General Secretary Xi Jinping's important exposition on economic resilience has distinct originality.
Generally speaking, economic resilience is the comprehensive ability of an economy to withstand shocks, adapt to adjustments, quickly recover, and achieve innovation and upgrading when facing external uncertainties and internal structural transformation and other risk pressures. Since the new era, General Secretary Xi Jinping has taken into account both domestic and international situations and made a series of important expositions on economic resilience. For example, when the members of the Standing Committee of the 20th CPC Central Committee met with Chinese and foreign journalists, he pointed out: "The Chinese economy has strong resilience, sufficient potential, and broad room for maneuver, and the fundamentals of its long-term positive trend will not change." At the Central Rural Work Conference in 2022, he emphasized: "Unblocking the circulation between industry and agriculture, urban and rural areas is an important aspect of unblocking the domestic economic cycle and enhancing China's economic resilience and strategic depth." This year, when participating in the deliberation of the Jiangsu delegation to the National People's Congress, he emphasized: "Jiangsu should continue to work hard to enhance economic resilience," and so on.
General Secretary Xi Jinping's important exposition on economic resilience is a theoretical achievement with distinct originality, with rich connotations that are closely linked and progressively advanced. First, risk resistance resilience, which is reflected in the stability and stress resistance of the economy when facing shocks, emphasizes relying on China's complete industrial system, super-large-scale market, and sufficient strategic resource reserves to form a solid foundation and effectively reduce the transmission of external fluctuations and internal risks. This is the prerequisite for economic resilience, which determines whether the economy can "withstand and stabilize." Second, dynamic adjustment resilience, which is reflected in the flexibility of resource allocation and policy coordination. Facing cyclical, structural, and systemic problems and changes in the external environment, it can achieve optimal allocation of resources, timely correct imbalances, and disperse risk pressures through market mechanism adjustments, strengthening macro-control, and promoting regional coordination. This is the key to maintaining the vitality of the economy, demonstrating the inherent ability of "responding quickly and adjusting smoothly." Third, repair and recovery resilience, which is reflected in the ability to quickly repair and return to normal after encountering shocks. When economic operations are impacted by uncertain factors and experience downward pressure, it can rely on the powerful macro-economic governance effectiveness, stimulate the vitality of business entities and the potential of domestic demand, maintain the security of the industrial chain and supply chain, stabilize employment and consumption, and restore growth momentum, returning to a reasonable range in a relatively short period of time. This is a concentrated manifestation of the economy's "self-repair and self-improvement." Fourth, innovation and upgrading resilience, which is reflected in the ability to promote the optimization and upgrading of the economic structure and shape new momentum and new advantages in response to challenges. By strengthening technological innovation, institutional innovation, etc., to achieve the transformation of development momentum, and then shift from passive adaptation to active leap, cultivate new opportunities in crises and open up new situations in changes. This can transform short-term risk response into long-term development advantages, achieving a shift from "restoring the status quo" to "leapfrog development," which is the advanced form of economic resilience.
General Secretary Xi Jinping's important exposition on economic resilience profoundly elucidates the strategic significance, rich connotation, and practical requirements of economic resilience, fully demonstrating that economic resilience is not only a simple ability to withstand pressure and recover, but also a comprehensive, systematic, and long-term ability that runs through supply and demand, development and security, the present and the long-term, and domestic and international aspects; it is not a single and isolated concept, but a strict logical system covering from bottom-line consolidation to dynamic optimization, from short-term adjustment to long-term development, and from passive response to active shaping, and is an organic unity of a country's economic stability, flexibility, growth, and security.
In comparison, most Western economic theories interpret economic resilience from the perspective of market self-regulation and adaptation to technological shocks, ignoring the important role of institutional advantages, large-country scale advantages, and governance capabilities. General Secretary Xi Jinping's important exposition profoundly grasps the practice of China's economic development in the new era, closely combines economic resilience with national governance and socialist modernization construction, incorporates the Party's leadership, the advantages of the socialist system with Chinese characteristics, the advantages of the super-large-scale market, and the advantages of the complete industrial system into the economic resilience analysis framework, and closely links economic resilience with high-quality development, the new development pattern, and the overall planning of development and security, giving economic resilience a new era connotation and distinct Chinese characteristics, and realizing the transcendence and innovation of Western economic theories. At the same time, adhering to the systematic concept and problem orientation, focusing on the outstanding contradictions and risk challenges in economic operation, it is clear that we must unswervingly do our own things well, lead the construction of a modern industrial system with technological innovation, and enhance the autonomous and controllable capabilities of the industrial chain and supply chain; unblock the domestic cycle with the construction of a unified national market and expand the room for economic development; prevent and resolve risks and hidden dangers in key areas, promote major economic provinces to take the lead, consolidate the foundation of the real economy, and strengthen the momentum of innovation-driven development, and transform theoretical advantages into powerful effectiveness in resisting risks, stabilizing growth, and transforming and upgrading.
China's economic resilience is the result of deep coupling of multiple factors.
General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out: "China's economy is moving forward against pressure and developing towards new and better, showing strong resilience and vitality." The formation of China's economic resilience is by no means accidental, but the result of deep coupling of multiple factors.
The Party's leadership provides a strong political guarantee for enhancing economic resilience. General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized: "The centralized and unified leadership of the Party Central Committee is the fundamental guarantee for doing a good job in economic work." To steer the giant ship of the "China" economy well depends fundamentally on the effective play of the Party's leading core role in economic and social development. For example, in 2020, facing the sudden impact of the COVID-19 epidemic, our Party accurately judged the situation, coordinated the promotion of epidemic prevention and control and economic and social development, acted decisively, concentrated the greatest strength in the shortest time to block the spread of the epidemic, and steadily and orderly opened up economic and social activities, striving to minimize the impact and influence of the epidemic on economic and social development. For another example, in the later period of the second quarter of 2024, especially entering the third quarter, facing the slowdown in the growth rate of China's main economic indicators and the weakening of market expectations, the Party Central Committee decisively launched a package of incremental policies, which effectively boosted social confidence and significantly rebounded the economy. At critical moments and important nodes, the Party Central Committee timely analyzed the situation, made decisions and deployments, ensured that China's economic ship sailed through the wind and waves and moved steadily and far, and economic resilience continued to increase, and constantly refined and summarized the laws, and deepened the understanding of the laws of enhancing economic resilience.
The advantages of the socialist system provide a strong institutional guarantee for enhancing economic resilience. General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized: "Our socialist system has extraordinary organizational and mobilization capabilities, overall coordination capabilities, and implementation capabilities, and can fully exert the unique advantages of concentrating efforts to do big things, difficult things, and urgent things." The socialist system with Chinese characteristics better combines the active government and the effective market, both follows the laws of the market economy and strengthens the accuracy, effectiveness, and forward-looking nature of macro-control, strengthens the organic connection between cross-cycle and counter-cyclical adjustments, and at the same time adheres to concentrating efforts to do big things, coordinating the implementation of major national strategies, concentrating superior resources to overcome key core technology shortcomings, etc., to provide institutional guarantees for continuously improving economic resilience. In 2025, China's economic growth rate will remain leading among major economies in the world; tax and fee reductions, assistance to enterprises, and relief policies will be accurately implemented, strongly supporting the development of the real economy; the construction of a unified national market will be accelerated, and the vitality of business entities will continue to be stimulated. Facing external containment and suppression and domestic economic structural transformation, China will transform its institutional advantages into governance effectiveness, ensure the stability of the economic fundamentals and the stability of the overall social situation, and provide a strong institutional guarantee for enhancing economic resilience.
The super-large-scale market injects strong momentum into enhancing economic resilience. General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out: "In today's world, the most scarce resource is the market. Market resources are China's huge advantage, and we must fully utilize and give play to this advantage, and constantly consolidate and enhance this advantage." China's super-large-scale market can both stabilize the basic disk of consumption and investment, which is a "stabilizer" on the demand side, and provide broad application scenarios and trial-and-error space for technological innovation and industrial upgrading, which is an "innovation field" on the supply side. China has a population of more than 1.4 billion and a large middle-income group, making it the most potential consumer market in the world. With the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside and the promotion of new urbanization, county consumption, service consumption, and green consumption are growing rapidly, forming a multi-level and diversified demand system. Making full use of China's super-large-scale market advantages, promoting the virtuous interaction between supply and demand, and achieving a high level of dynamic balance, so that China's economy has deep room for maneuver and strong endogenous power.
The complete industrial system lays a solid foundation for enhancing economic resilience. General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized: "In recent years, China's economy has been moving against the wind and waves and maintaining strong resilience and vitality, and the strategic reliance is the complete industrial system." The complete industrial system can both ensure the supply of primary products and the stable supply of key components, and provide soil for the development of new quality productive forces, so that China's economy can stand firm and pass the test in the wind and waves. At present, China has the world's largest, most complete, and most complete manufacturing system, and the added value of manufacturing has ranked first in the world for 16 consecutive years. The strong manufacturing industry further consolidates the foundation of the real economy, stabilizes employment and economic fundamentals, and the complete industrial supporting facilities, efficient supply chain organization, and continuous technological upgrading are conducive to achieving upstream and downstream collaborative support, effectively ensuring the autonomous and controllable industrial chain and supply chain, and continuously enhancing China's competitiveness in the global industrial pattern.
High-level opening to the outside world expands broad space for enhancing economic resilience. General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out: "We must expand high-level opening to the outside world, widely open up the global market, and better connect the international cycle." By expanding high-level opening to the outside world to promote the efficient linkage and mutual promotion of the domestic and international markets and the two types of resources, we can continuously enhance the vitality and economic resilience of China's economic development. At present, China has deeply integrated into the global economic system and become the main trading partner of more than 150 countries and regions; it has cumulatively established 22 free trade pilot zones, the Hainan Free Trade Port has been closed for operation, and institutional opening has been steadily expanded; the high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road" has formed a closer transnational economic and trade cooperation network, effectively reducing dependence on a single market. Creating a new pattern of all-round, multi-level, and wide-ranging comprehensive opening has created a good international environment for China, enabling China to allocate resources and expand space on a larger scale, and enhance overall economic resilience.
Major economic provinces provide solid support for enhancing economic resilience. General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized: "Major economic provinces have a stable development base and a strong ability to resist external shocks, so as to support the stability of the national economic fundamentals." Major economic provinces have sufficient volume, strong industries, and strong vitality, and are the main force in stabilizing growth, stabilizing employment, and stabilizing foreign trade. In 2025, the economic aggregate of major economic provinces such as Guangdong (广东), Jiangsu (江苏), Shandong (山东), and Zhejiang (浙江) will account for a relatively high proportion of the country, and the three major urban agglomerations of Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀), the Yangtze River Delta (长三角), and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (粤港澳大湾区) will become important sources of power leading high-quality development. Major economic provinces rely on the advantages and characteristics of a solid manufacturing foundation, the concentration of innovation resources, and the leading level of opening up, and take the lead and set an example in technological innovation, industrial upgrading, and reform and opening up, and can serve the stability of the overall situation with the stability of one region, and build a solid foundation and inject momentum for the national economy.
Further improve the level of China's economic resilience during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period.
General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out: "Strengthen the coordination of policies to prevent risks and promote development, and further enhance development resilience." During the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, China's development faces both opportunities and challenges, and there are still many uncertain factors. Enhancing economic resilience is not only a realistic path to cope with risks and challenges and solve the current development problems, but also a strategic choice to grasp the initiative of development and shape long-term competitive advantages. We must consider the long-term, coordinate policies, and comprehensively improve the level of China's economic resilience.
Adhere to seeking progress while maintaining stability and keep the economy running in a reasonable range. Seeking progress while maintaining stability is the general tone of the Party and the country's work for the current and future period, and it is also the general tone for enhancing economic resilience. Promoting stability with progress and consolidating stability with progress can consolidate the foundation for sound economic development. We must strengthen the coordinated efforts of macro policies, promote the intensification and effectiveness of fiscal policy, the precise and powerful monetary policy, the development and security of industrial policy, the focus of science and technology policy on self-reliance and self-improvement, and the social policy to ensure the bottom line of people's livelihood; focus on stabilizing employment, stabilizing enterprises, stabilizing the market, and stabilizing expectations, and consolidate the foundation of resilience with the stability of the economic fundamentals, and achieve a good start to the "15th Five-Year Plan".
Strengthen high-level self-reliance in science and technology and activate innovation momentum with new quality productive forces. Self-reliance in science and technology is the foundation of national prosperity and the key to security. We must put scientific and technological innovation in the core position of the overall national development, and strengthen original innovation and key core technology research. Give play to the advantages of the new type of national system, strengthen the national strategic scientific and technological forces, and support enterprises to take the lead in forming innovation consortia. Accelerate the transformation and application of scientific and technological achievements, optimize and upgrade traditional industries, cultivate and strengthen emerging industries and future industries, and promote the deep integration of advanced manufacturing and modern service industries. Implement strong chain and supplementary chain actions in important areas and key links related to the national economy and people's livelihood, and enhance the impact resistance and upgrading capabilities of the industrial system.
Build a strong domestic market and consolidate the foundation of domestic demand dominance. Forming a strong domestic market is where the advantages of a large country's economy lie, and it is also an important support for building a new development pattern. We must adhere to the strategic base point of expanding domestic demand, deeply implement special actions to boost consumption, and promote the continuous improvement and expansion of consumption. Expand effective investment, support large-scale equipment renewal and consumer goods trade-in, strengthen new infrastructure and major project construction, and stimulate the vitality of private investment. Promote the construction of a unified national market in depth, promote the efficient and smooth flow of commodity factor resources, and offset external risks with the stability of domestic demand.
Coordinate development and security and build a solid security bottom line. Development and security are the two wings of a body and the two wheels of driving. We must firmly establish the concept of safe development and adhere to the bottom line of food security, energy and resource security, industrial chain and supply chain security, and financial security. Ensure that grain production is stable at about 1.4 trillion catties, enhance energy reserves and production capacity, and improve the diversified energy supply system. Prevent and resolve risks in key areas, firmly adhere to the bottom line of not causing systemic risks, and ensure the sustained and healthy development of the economy.
Promote high-level opening to the outside world and enhance the vitality of opening and cooperation. Opening up is a distinct symbol of Chinese-style modernization. We must steadily expand institutional opening up and create a first-class business environment that is market-oriented, law-based, and internationalized. Attract and utilize foreign investment with greater efforts, support foreign-funded enterprises to deeply cultivate the Chinese market, stabilize the scale of foreign trade, and optimize the structure of foreign trade. Promote the high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road" and expand development space and enhance the ability to resist risks in opening and cooperation.
Further comprehensively deepen reform and strengthen institutional supply. Reform is the driving force of development, and further comprehensively deepening reform is promoted on the basis of comprehensively deepening reform since the new era. We must deepen reform in key areas and key links and improve the socialist market economic system. Optimize the development environment of the private economy and ensure fair participation of enterprises of all ownership types in market competition. Deepen reforms in finance and taxation, finance, state-owned enterprises, and market-oriented allocation of factors, and enhance governance effectiveness with institutional innovation to provide a lasting institutional guarantee for enhancing economic resilience.
(The author is the Deputy Director of the Xi Jinping (习近平) Economic Thought Research Center)
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Regarding establishing and practicing a correct view of performance, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) particularly emphasized "acting according to the laws." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Our feet must be on the ground. There are inherent laws in everything we do." When working in local areas, Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) said: "Leaders must have a certain level of competence. Where does this competence come from? It comes from the understanding and mastery of objective laws." Acting according to the laws is a clear manifestation of the Chinese Communists' adherence to seeking truth from facts. Only by rooting performance in the soil of "laws," respecting and following them, can performance stand the test of practice, the people, and history.
Laws are objective existences that do not shift according to human will. For party members and cadres to establish and practice a correct view of performance, they need to proceed from objective reality, which is specifically manifested in the actual conditions of a region, including resource endowments, location conditions, and industrial foundations. The premise of acting according to the laws is to deeply understand the actual situation and accurately grasp the laws. The performance that the people expect and appreciate is the real achievement that can effectively solve the most prominent contradictions and problems in the local area. Leading cadres, when in office, should adopt a pragmatic attitude of "**入山问樵、入水问渔**" (rù shān wèn qiáo, rù shuǐ wèn yú - "when entering the mountains, ask the woodcutters; when entering the water, ask the fishermen," consult local experts), and only after understanding the situation and accurately identifying the problems can they act according to the laws and achieve performance recognized by the people. If they do not understand the situation or grasp the laws, and blindly engage in construction and rapid development, it will inevitably delay development and lose the trust of the masses. Leading cadres can only always base their work on "opening the way with investigation and research" and "proceeding from reality," shifting everything according to time, place, and conditions, so that their subjective wishes conform to objective reality, and their ideas, policies, and plans can be targeted and achieve results in solving problems.
"**万物得其本者生，百事得其道者成**." (wàn wù dé qí běn zhě shēng, bǎi shì dé qí dào zhě chéng - "All things thrive when they obtain their roots; all undertakings succeed when they obtain their principles," everything flourishes when it follows its fundamental nature, and every task is accomplished when it follows the right path). Laws are the inherent regulations of work in different fields. Mastering the laws means grasping the inherent regulations of things, that is, the basis for the existence of the thing and the internal logic of its development. Acting according to the laws means acting according to the characteristics and internal logic of work in different fields. If the laws are violated, it may lead to wrong decisions that go beyond the stage of development of things. For example, in practice, some leading cadres, without promoting the innovation and upgrading of traditional kinetic energy and continuous optimization, rush to develop new kinetic energy, resulting in a passive situation where "'the golden baby' has not yet been embraced, and the tools for eating have been thrown away." This stems from their failure to grasp the law of updating old kinetic energy and cultivating new kinetic energy. The transformation of old and new kinetic energy is a gradual and long-term process, and the breaking of the old and the establishment of the new are closely related. The transformation of old and new kinetic energy should be well-transitioned and connected. Developing new quality productive forces should not only be adapted to local conditions but also to specific matters, following the laws of talent growth and technological innovation, following the inherent development laws of emerging industries, grasping the rhythm, intensity, and progress, coordinating short-term response and medium- and long-term continuous development, and steadily advancing the work.
Only by acting according to the laws can we better benefit the people. In reality, some leading cadres are not without enthusiasm for doing things for the people, but what they do is not necessarily what the people need most or can get the most benefits from. The key reason is that these leading cadres do not act according to the laws, do not deeply understand the real wishes and actual needs of the people, but only proceed from subjective wishes and personal preferences, and are busy in the wrong direction and grasping the wrong place. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Wherever there is a need for the people, good and practical things can be done, and achievements can be created." "People's needs" is also the "law" that leading cadres need to master to do their work well. We must earnestly proceed from the needs of the masses, start with the most realistic interest issues, grasp the most prominent contradictions and challenges, solve the difficulties and troubles that the masses strongly reflect, and not engage in flashy things or pile up potted landscapes, do good and practical things to the hearts of the masses, and make them feel and reach.
Strengthening theoretical study and conducting in-depth investigation and research are effective ways to understand and master the laws. Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era (习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想) reflects our Party's new understanding of the laws governing the Communist Party's governance, the laws governing socialist construction, and the laws governing the development of human society. Deeply understanding and correctly applying the Party's innovative theories can guide practice based on these scientific understandings that conform to objective laws. Investigation and research are basic skills that leading cadres must master. Combining the actual situation and the expectations of the masses learned through investigation and research as an important basis for thinking about problems, making decisions, and doing things can lead to practical moves and effective results. By organically unifying strengthening theoretical study and conducting in-depth investigation and research, we can continuously deepen our understanding and mastery of objective laws, enhance our ability to act according to the laws, and steadily advance the construction of modernization.
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Data security is an important component of national security. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must earnestly safeguard national data security. We must strengthen the security protection of critical information infrastructure, strengthen the protection capabilities of national key data resources, and enhance the ability of data security early warning and traceability." "Promote the orderly flow and efficient development and utilization of data security." The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposes: "Integrate the construction and large-scale application of networks, logos, platforms, data, and security systems" and "Implement data classification and hierarchical management to enhance data security protection capabilities." Strengthening data security capabilities, and coordinating high-quality development and high-level security in the data field, is not only an inevitable requirement for maintaining the healthy development of the digital economy, but also a key measure to build a strong national security barrier, and a key meaning to better benefit the people of all countries with data dividends, and has outstanding strategic urgency and practical relevance.
Data security capability refers to the ability to take necessary measures around the entire life cycle of data to ensure that data is always in a state of effective protection and legal use, and to have the ability to continuously maintain a safe state. With the accelerated advancement of the digital process, data security is deeply integrated with traditional and non-traditional security fields such as political security, economic security, network security, and social security. At present, the world is undergoing profound changes unseen in a century, and the ability to guarantee data security has become an important part of a country's core competitiveness, and the degree of control and the level of development and utilization of data resources have become key benchmarks for measuring a country's soft power. Countries have strengthened the control of data resources, and the international strategic game in the field of data security is becoming increasingly fierce. It is necessary to accelerate the construction of a data security capability system with more advanced technology, more complete systems, and more effective governance, to better consolidate the security foundation for the construction of a digital China, and to defend national sovereignty and master the dominance of rules in the profound transformation of the global data governance landscape.
In recent years, China's data security capability building has steadily advanced. At the institutional level, the Cybersecurity Law (网络安全法), the Personal Information Protection Law (个人信息保护法), and the Data Security Law (数据安全法) jointly constitute the legal cornerstone of data security governance; a series of supporting policies such as the "Measures for Security Assessment of Data Exit" (《数据出境安全评估办法》), the "Regulations on the Security Protection of Critical Information Infrastructure" (《关键信息基础设施安全保护条例》), and the "Regulations on the Management of Network Data Security" (《网络数据安全管理条例》) further refine the requirements for data security management. At the technical level, basic security technologies such as data encryption, access control, and data desensitization are constantly iterated and strengthened to form multi-level protection; new technologies such as artificial intelligence, privacy computing, and blockchain are deeply integrated with data security, promoting the overall protection capability to leap towards intelligence and initiative. At the regulatory level, a cross-departmental and cross-regional data security collaborative regulatory mechanism has been established, and special rectification actions such as "Clean Net" (净网), "Protect Net" (护网), and "Qinglang" (清朗) have been continuously carried out. At the same time, we must be soberly aware that we are still facing frequent security problems such as data theft, abuse, and privacy leakage, and the increasing security risks of cross-border data flow, and it is urgent to establish and improve a data security governance system, maintain data security in key areas, and improve data security governance capabilities.
Establishing and improving the data security governance system is the fundamental support. Building a complete governance system can effectively prevent risks, standardize data utilization, and build a solid institutional foundation for economic and social development. It is necessary to improve the top-level legislation such as the Cybersecurity Law (网络安全法) and the Data Security Law (数据安全法), and build an all-round and multi-level governance framework covering legal norms, system guarantees, standard leadership, and technical support. Establish a national data security work coordination mechanism to coordinate national data security work, clarify the data security management responsibilities of various regions, departments, and entities, and solve problems such as overlapping powers and responsibilities and regulatory vacancies. Comprehensively promote the data classification and hierarchical protection system, scientifically divide data categories and levels, focus on strengthening the security control of important data and core data, clarify the principles, processes, and requirements for the preparation of important data catalogs, and standardize key mechanisms such as data security monitoring, early warning, emergency response, and security review to achieve early detection, early warning, and early disposal of data security risks. Promote cross-border data security management, strictly regulate data exit processes and requirements, and balance the global circulation needs of data elements and national interest protection. Improve the basic data system with data property rights, circulation transactions, income distribution, and governance supervision as the core, and further promote data to be "supplied, circulated, used well, and kept safe".
Maintaining data security in key areas is a key starting point. As core strategic resources that affect national security, economic operation, and social stability, data in key areas are the key focus of data security protection. Only by implementing a refined hierarchical and classified protection mechanism can we effectively maintain the security bottom line and systematically prevent data security risks. For example, industrial and telecommunications industry data have the characteristics of long industrial chains and strong correlations, and it is necessary to ensure the security of production and operation data through full-process technical control; the financial field should focus on personal information protection, strictly regulate information collection, storage, and use processes, and prevent user information leakage risks; the health and health field should promote compliant sharing of medical data to serve scientific research and public health under the premise of strictly protecting patient privacy; as an important national strategic resource, government affairs data should consolidate the security foundation while supporting the efficient operation of the digital government by clarifying protection obligations and standardizing the boundaries of open sharing. At the same time, adapt to the development needs of the new generation of information technology, accurately respond to the new data security demands in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, big data, and the Internet of Things, and make up for the security shortcomings in technology applications.
Improving data security governance capabilities is the core guarantee. With the rapid iteration of digital technology, data security threat scenarios are becoming increasingly diverse and complex, and governance capabilities have become the core element determining the effectiveness of security protection. Building a professional and systematic long-term governance system and continuously improving governance capabilities can effectively resolve various risks and challenges and build a solid data security defense line. It is necessary to rely on the network security level protection system to integrate data security protection into the entire process of data collection, storage, use, processing, transmission, provision, and disclosure, and strictly regulate the behavior of each link. Strengthen the main responsibilities of important data processors and personal information processors, require them to establish and improve data security management systems, regularly carry out data security risk assessments, strictly regulate data exit activities, and clarify the civil, administrative, and criminal legal responsibilities for failing to fulfill data security protection obligations, forming a strong deterrent. Vigorously develop the data security industry, clarify industrial development goals, introduce targeted support measures, promote the innovation of data security technologies, products, and services, improve the data security testing and evaluation and certification system, and enhance data security technical support capabilities. Deeply participate in global data security governance, build a community of common destiny in cyberspace with the concept of joint consultation, joint construction, and sharing, support the World Data Organization to play its role, promote the orderly flow and efficient development and utilization of data security, safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests in international investment, trade, and other activities, and promote the construction of a fair, reasonable, inclusive, and universal international data security rule system.
(The authors' units are Fujian University of Technology and the Party School of the Fujian Provincial Committee of the Communist Party of China, respectively)
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Soft and glutinous lotus root, refreshing radish, crisp and juicy cabbage... Each vegetable adds multiple flavors to a better life.
China is the world's largest producer and consumer of vegetables, with a perennial planting area of over 300 million mu. What new changes are reflected in the colorful vegetable basket? The reporter conducted an interview.
Diversified and segmented demands create a matrix of specialty vegetables.
In the Yafewanlianqing planting base in Changzhou (常州), Jiangsu (江苏) Province, wrinkled kale plants grow vigorously in the sun. "This is Yafewanlianqing wrinkled vegetable," said An Yanbing (安燕兵), head of the base. In addition to Changzhou (常州), planting is also laid out in Inner Mongolia (内蒙古), Hubei (湖北), Yunnan (云南) and other places, which can achieve a stable supply throughout the four seasons.
Upon closer inspection, this kale is different from common varieties, with deep green, curly leaves covered with folds. This uniquely shaped vegetable not only appears on the shelves of some chain supermarkets, but also enters physical stores such as tea and hot pot restaurants.
Many years ago, kale first entered China, but it encountered acclimatization due to its bitter taste. He Yafei (贺亚菲), general manager of Hubei Wuhan Yafew Seed Industry Co., Ltd. (湖北武汉亚非种业有限公司), introduced that the team has successively collected and created more than 300 germplasm materials, and applied modern breeding technologies such as distant hybridization and molecular breeding to cultivate this new broccoli-derived variety. Compared with kale, it has higher content of dietary fiber, vitamin C, folic acid, etc., and tastes crisp, tender, fresh and sweet, which can meet various needs such as stewing and juicing. After deep processing, it can also be turned into healthy and fat-reducing wrinkled vegetable powder.
"Our research found that many consumers are willing to try vegetables with unique taste, nutrition or regional characteristics," said He Yafei (贺亚菲). The company is working with Huazhong Agricultural University (华中农业大学) to carry out research on Banlangen broccoli moss, Banlangen wrinkled vegetables, and Banlangen red vegetables, to create a matrix of specialty vegetables and a complete industrial chain.
"Vegetables account for about 41% of food consumption. The rise of specialty high-quality vegetables reflects the increasingly upgraded vegetable consumption and processing needs," said Zhang Yangyong (张扬勇), deputy chief scientist of the National Bulk Vegetable Industry Technology System and researcher at the Institute of Vegetables and Flowers, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (中国农业科学院蔬菜花卉研究所). For example, the functional cucumber new variety "Zhongnong Cuiyu No. 3" (中农脆玉3号) selected and bred by the Institute of Vegetables and Flowers, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (中国农业科学院蔬菜花卉研究所) is rich in propanedioic acid, and the transfer amount of its variety sales agency rights exceeded 10 million yuan; the glutinous eggplant new variety "Yuzhu Silk Eggplant 881" (渝竹丝茄881) selected and bred by the Chongqing Academy of Agricultural Sciences (重庆市农业科学院) is soft, glutinous, fragrant and sweet, suitable for barbecue, steaming or stir-frying, and has been promoted to a cumulative area of 40,000 mu in Southwest China. "From the production side, affected by the large-scale development of vegetable production and the reduction of rural labor, the market demand for varieties with ideal plant types, consistent maturity, suitable for mechanical harvesting, and resistant to storage and transportation is also increasing day by day," said Zhang Yangyong (张扬勇).
The "vegetable basket" continues to be updated. Anthrax-resistant Chinese cabbage, low-temperature and weak-light resistant eggplant, mechanically harvestable pepper, high-starch lotus root... During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, China strengthened the collection and preservation of vegetable germplasm resources. In the third national crop germplasm resource census, 45,000 new vegetable germplasm resources were collected, and a number of excellent new vegetable germplasm were created, which strongly supported breeding innovation. In the past 5 years, China has newly bred a batch of high-quality and multi-resistant vegetable varieties (registered or authorized new varieties) exceeding 6,000, including bulk vegetable varieties such as cucumber, cabbage, and pepper, as well as specialty vegetables such as mustard, onion, and lotus root.
"Life Map" analysis helps to find the "taste in memory".
"This fruit tomato is very popular with children." At a food store in Shenzhen (深圳), Guangdong (广东) Province, consumer Ms. Liu (刘女士) selected a box of multi-color combination small tomatoes. "The yellow ones are sweeter, the red ones are sweet and sour, and the coffee-colored ones have a sandy texture. This tomato is not only good-looking in color, but also has a full flavor."
"In the long-term high-yield selection and breeding process, some gene loci that determine the flavor of tomatoes are lost, resulting in tomatoes that no longer have the 'taste in memory'," said Lü Yaqing (吕亚清), general manager of Zhongnong Meishu (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd. (中农美蔬（深圳）科技有限公司). Relying on the Shenzhen Institute of Agricultural Genomics, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (中国农业科学院深圳农业基因组研究所), the company is committed to carrying out commercial flavor breeding.
"More than 80% of the team members have master's or doctoral degrees, with an average age of no more than 35 years. Many of them participated in tomato genome sequencing during their school years and have accumulated rich experience," said Lü Yaqing (吕亚清). Genome sequencing is like drawing a "life manual" for tomatoes. By analyzing its DNA code, the genetic mysteries of tomato growth, fruiting, disease resistance, and the determination of sweet and sour flavors are revealed. Through cooperation between science and technology enterprises and consumer sensory feedback, the team has found more than 600 flavor substances that affect the taste of tomatoes on the basis of cutting-edge research combined with biotechnology, successfully located 33 key gene loci, and cultivated a number of new tomato varieties.
With the progress of seed industry technology, the "life map" of vegetables is being analyzed faster, and researchers have learned more about the relationship between traits and genes, which has greatly improved the accuracy and efficiency of breeding.
"During the '14th Five-Year Plan' period, China led the completion of the most vegetable genome analysis in the world, and the research on vegetable genomics and trait analysis is internationally leading," said Zhang Yangyong (张扬勇). The research covers major bulk vegetables and specialty vegetables such as cucumber, cabbage, kale, lotus root, and taro, accounting for about 70% of the number of sequenced vegetable crops in the world, and clarifies the domestication evolution and variation rules of some key traits, including tomato flavor and hardness, cabbage and kale head formation, cucumber length and sex differentiation, and capsaicin synthesis.
To obtain ideal vegetables, in addition to breeding well, they must also be planted well. In the standardized experimental demonstration area of Zishan Town (梓山镇), Yudu County (于都县), Jiangxi (江西) Province, more than 20 varieties of flavorful tomatoes are systematically evaluated at the base in order to select varieties that adapt to the local soil and water. "When promoting new varieties, we break down the technical steps in great detail to ensure that tomatoes with ideal taste are planted," Huang Hai (黄海), an agricultural technician from Zhongnong Meishu (中农美蔬) Company, introduced planting techniques to farmers. "Before transplanting tomato seedlings, the shed should be sealed first to kill soil bacteria and insect eggs. Organic fertilizer should be selected as the base fertilizer to ensure a balance of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, and trace elements should also be supplemented."
"In the past, growing vegetables was more concerned with yield, but now it is more concerned with whether they taste good, and distributors are also willing to pay for good taste," said Fang Xiaowei (方晓伟), head of the Shangfang Village (上方村) Cooperative Economic Cooperative in Xianxia Township (仙下乡), Yudu County (于都县). Since the beginning of this year, tomatoes have been harvested in batches, and nearly 40 people are needed to participate in picking during the busiest time.
Joint breeding efforts, more domestic vegetables fill the vegetable basket.
Behind the dining table, some invisible changes are quietly taking place.
In order to break the monopoly of foreign companies on special cold-resistant resources, the overwintering kale "Zhonggan 1305" (中甘1305) is accelerating its promotion, and its replacement rate in Jiayu (嘉鱼), Hubei (湖北), the main producing area, has reached 70%; in order to solve the problem of easy umbrella opening of mushroom caps, the market share of independently cultivated white enoki mushroom varieties is nearly 30%, an increase of nearly 25 percentage points compared with before the tackling; a series of early- to mid-maturing, high-yielding, and adaptable new broccoli varieties have taken root in major producing areas such as Hebei (河北), Zhejiang (浙江), and Yunnan (云南), replacing Japanese and European imported varieties on a large scale...
Polishing the Chinese core of the seed industry, the "vegetable basket" is more stable. Since the implementation of the seed industry revitalization action, China has stepped up its efforts to promote the national joint breeding program, supporting provinces such as Shanghai (上海) and Zhejiang (浙江) to take the lead in forming tackling teams, uniting multiple domestic research institutes, universities, seed industry enterprises, and promotion departments to jointly tackle key problems, breed a number of breakthrough varieties, and promote the steady increase of the localization rate of vegetable varieties to 91%.
By opening up the integrated mechanism of production, education, research and application, improved vegetable varieties are accelerating from the laboratory to the field. "We have formulated resource and technology collaboration and sharing specifications, and successfully re-sequenced more than 500 spinach varieties and built a gene database. Through the 'achievement sharing + profit sharing' model, we have promoted a number of cooperation agreements between enterprises and research units," introduced Qian Wei (钱伟), head of the domestic hybrid spinach variety breeding team. For example, the Institute of Vegetables and Flowers, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (中国农业科学院蔬菜花卉研究所) signed a cooperation and promotion agreement for new spinach varieties with enterprises, allocating rights and interests according to contributions, and successfully launched the "Shubo" series of spinach new varieties. In addition, it promoted 2 units to carry out cross-licensing of variety rights, accelerating the promotion of spinach breeding.
"In the past, carrots were mainly sown in summer and autumn. With the upgrading of varieties and facilities, there are now planting stubbles in all four seasons, which brings complexity to the determination of comprehensive performance in the field," introduced Zhuang Feiyun (庄飞云), head of the domestic high-quality hybrid carrot variety breeding team. The team has united with planting enterprises and large households to establish precise test evaluation points for important traits such as black spot disease resistance and winter and spring resistance to bolting in Ulanqab (乌兰察布), Inner Mongolia (内蒙古), Zhengzhou (郑州), Henan (河南), Xiaoxian (萧县), Anhui (安徽), Jinjiang (晋江), Fujian (福建) and other places, providing accurate field phenotypic data for breeders and seed companies, and promoting the sharing and co-use of scientific and technological achievements and rapid transformation and implementation.
At the end of August 2025, the National Crop Germplasm Resource Information Platform was launched for trial operation. "The platform focuses on launching the crop germplasm resource sharing and utilization module, which gathers basic information such as the source and trait characteristics of hundreds of thousands of germplasm resources of 38 types of crops such as corn, soybeans, and vegetables, and marks the resource's shareable and usable status, application access, and resource library unit," said the relevant person in charge of the Seed Industry Management Department of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (农业农村部种业管理司). This greatly facilitates breeding units, seed companies, scientific research breeders, etc. to accurately query and obtain the required germplasm resources, and helps to better serve agricultural science and technology basic research and breeding innovation.
(Intern Zhu Danyang (朱丹阳) participated in writing)
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In the Miao and Dong Ethnic Customs Garden of Kaili City (凯里市), Guizhou Province (贵州省), in the workshop of Guizhou Ancient Miao Territory Embroidery Industry and Trade Co., Ltd. (贵州古苗疆刺绣工贸有限公司), embroiderers' fingertips fly, and colorful silk threads outline exquisite Miao (苗族) totems on silk.
"Orders are already scheduled until July this year, and everyone's life is getting better and better," said Pan Xiaohui (潘晓慧), a Miao embroidery inheritor, happily while checking the order ledger.
In Pan Xiaohui's heart, Miao embroidery is no longer just a craft, but also carries a special emotion. Shortly after Pan Xiaohui was born, her mother, Liu Ying (刘英), went to other places to collect and sell old embroidery to make a living. "I grew up in the village with my grandmother, who taught me how to embroider small flowers and butterflies, and practiced needlework with me," Pan Xiaohui recalled. When she was in junior high school, her mother returned to her hometown to start a business, and her home became a distribution center for embroiderers to send and receive embroidery pieces. Under the influence of what she saw and heard, she gradually developed the idea of inheriting and promoting Miao embroidery culture.
After graduating from university in 2022, in order to help the Miao embroidery industry in her hometown, she chose to return to Kaili (凯里) and joined her mother's company.
At that time, problems such as delays in production schedules, tailoring errors in customized clothing, and substandard quality of embroidery pieces occurred frequently. How to solve it? Pan Xiaohui believes that improving the management system is the key. She promoted the improvement of the assessment mechanism, changing the original time-based system to a piece-rate system; formulating management systems, and improving the clock-in and leave mechanism... Through a series of measures, the problems were successfully solved, and the workers' income also increased.
With the company's operations improving, Pan Xiaohui began to think about how to enhance the brand's added value. "The company has been operating in an OEM model for a long time, which is not a long-term solution. We must expand our own brand," she said.
In order to build the brand, Pan Xiaohui has made great efforts: on the one hand, she strictly controls the manufacturing process, insists on hand-weaving, and ensures product quality; on the other hand, she encourages embroiderers to use the Internet platform to display their skills and explain the culture, so as to increase public awareness of Miao embroidery. The company has now become a well-known Miao embroidery enterprise in Guizhou Province (贵州省), with 29 patents and 62 works copyrights, and the brand influence is increasing year by year.
Promoting enterprise growth and helping people increase their income. Today, the company's team of embroiderers has grown from more than 800 in 2013 to more than 6,300. Pan Xiaohui also leads the team to continuously launch Miao embroidery products suitable for modern life scenes, which are both practical and beautiful.
With the support of the "Embroidery Program" (锦绣计划) in Guizhou Province (贵州省) and Pan Xiaohui's efforts, the company's development has entered a fast track, with sales of more than 13 million yuan in 2025.
This year, Pan Xiaohui has set a new goal: to achieve sales of more than 20 million yuan. "We want to weave a happy life with every stitch and thread," said Pan Xiaohui.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 6th (Reporter Wang Hao (王浩)): Recently, the "Huai River Basin Important River Section River Sand Mining Management Plan (2026-2030)" organized and compiled by the Huai River Water Resources Commission was officially approved by the Ministry of Water Resources, setting a "red line" and clarifying a "standard" for river sand mining management in the Huai River Basin during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, and also providing an important planning basis for strengthening river sand mining management in the Huai River Basin.
The plan strictly implements the requirements of "priority protection, green development," and achieves unified planning of the Huai River main stream from its source to the Yangtze River and sea access channels. The plan clarifies that the total amount of river sand that can be mined is reduced by 86% compared with the previous round of planning, and the proportion of river sections where river sand mining is prohibited is about 81%; it clarifies that ecological restoration must be carried out in a timely manner after river sand mining is completed, and encourages the use of sand mining revenue primarily for river and lake protection, ecological restoration, and the construction of happy rivers and lakes.
The Huai River Water Resources Commission will work with the water resources departments of the five provinces in the basin to conscientiously implement the sand mining management plan, vigorously promote intensive, large-scale, and standardized mining, as well as green and intelligent mining, continuously strengthen the supervision and management of plan implementation, strengthen the digital supervision of river sand mining, strictly implement the electronic management form for river sand mining and transportation, sand mining acceptance and other systems, ensure that river sand mining activities are lawful, orderly, and controllable, and fully safeguard the tranquility of the Huai River.
Return to TopAccording to a report in this newspaper from Lanzhou on April 6th (Reporter: Zeng Yichen (曾亦辰)), the Gansu Provincial Government recently issued the "Gansu Province 'New Energy +' Action Implementation Plan," which clarifies the in-depth implementation of the "New Energy +" action to promote the integrated and mutually beneficial development of new energy and related industries, and to cultivate and strengthen emerging new energy development formats.
The plan proposes that Gansu Province will deeply implement ten major actions: "New Energy + Multi-Energy Complementarity," "New Energy + Green Industrial Parks," "New Energy + Green Hydrogen Corridor," "New Energy + Rural Revitalization," "New Energy + Ecological Protection," "New Energy + Transportation-Energy Integration," "New Energy + Green Buildings," "New Energy + Digital Economy," "New Energy + Science and Technology Empowerment," and "New Energy + Future Industries." This will accelerate the construction of a strong energy province, innovatively expand new models for the development and utilization of new energy, promote the systematic integration of new energy with multiple industries and fields, and strive to build a nationally important new energy and new energy equipment manufacturing base.
According to the plan, Gansu Province will focus on national-level new areas, high-tech industrial development zones, and other areas to vigorously develop green electricity direct supply, intelligent microgrids, green electricity aggregation, and other green energy consumption models, and create a number of zero-carbon industrial parks. Adhering to the principle of empowering industrial development with green electricity supply, the province will actively introduce key core technology projects such as intelligent manufacturing, bio-manufacturing, and laser manufacturing, develop new materials such as new metals, inorganic non-metals, and advanced polymers, and create integrated green cultural tourism and health industries such as all-green electricity supply night tourism, new energy research and sightseeing experiences, and zero-carbon smart health retreats, to cultivate new economic growth points. Adhering to the principle of driving green energy innovation through industrial upgrading, the province will strengthen grid dispatch and support capabilities through artificial intelligence, improve the prediction and operation and maintenance efficiency of new energy power stations through big data, build a distributed energy and microgrid ecosystem through the Internet of Things, and help photovoltaic, energy storage, and hydrogen energy equipment to iterate and upgrade through advanced materials, thereby promoting the extension of the new energy and new energy equipment manufacturing industry to the high end of the value chain.
Return to TopApril 5th, tourists enjoy the beautiful scenery at the Intercontinental Fantasy Island in Nantong (南通), Jiangsu (江苏). During the Qingming (清明) holiday, people take vacations and relax, go on spring outings, and the cultural tourism market continues to open up new spaces for development.
Photo by Xu Congjun (许丛军) (Xinhua News Agency) (新华社发)
Return to TopAccording to a report from our newspaper on April 6th in Beijing (北京) (Reporter: Qiu Chaoyi (邱超奕)), China Gas Turbine Establishment (中国航发燃气轮机有限公司) and Hanchen Elite Marine Engineering (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. (瀚辰精英海洋工程（江苏）有限公司) officially signed an agreement in Nantong (南通), Jiangsu (江苏) Province recently. Hanchen Elite will purchase five "Taihang 7" gas turbines from China Gas Turbine Establishment (中国航发燃机) as the core power equipment for the Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel used in Petroliam Nasional Berhad (马来西亚国家石油公司) Sepat Integrated Re-development Project. This marks the first time that domestic gas turbines have entered the high-end FPSO market, achieving a new breakthrough in the application of marine energy in extreme working conditions.
The "Taihang 7" gas turbine is specially designed for marine high salt spray, high humidity, and high corrosion conditions. It performs excellently in terms of reliability, stability, and continuous operation capability, which can meet the stringent requirements of FPSO for power systems and meet the standards of international top energy projects. China Gas Turbine Establishment (中国航发燃机) will strictly control the quality of the entire process, accurately match project needs, and consolidate the power foundation for the efficient and stable operation of FPSO.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李龙伊
On April 5th, a "Loyal Souls of the Blue Sea, Qingming Remembrance" memorial event was held at the Fangcheng Work Station of the Guangxi Fangchenggang Coast Guard Bureau. In front of the martyr Qiao Helin's (谯禾林) portrait, flowers bloomed quietly. All law enforcement officers, dressed in their uniforms, stood in neat formation, heads bowed in solemn silence. The white flowers on their chests trembled gently in the breeze, mirroring the surging emotions in their hearts at this moment. After the moment of silence, comrades stepped forward one by one, gently placing flowers in front of the portrait.
On the eve of the Qingming Festival, the Guangxi Coast Guard Bureau's fleet slowly sailed into the sea area that Martyr Qiao Helin (谯禾林) had guarded with his life. Law enforcement officers scattered petals onto the sea, the waves rose and fell, and the petals spun and drifted. "He seems to have transformed into a wave, constantly guarding this sea." Zhuo Jiaxing (卓佳兴), a law enforcement officer who fought alongside Qiao Helin (谯禾林), solemnly saluted in the direction the petals drifted.
Qiao Helin (谯禾林) was a law enforcement officer of the Guangxi Coast Guard Bureau during his lifetime. On December 9, 2025, he unfortunately sacrificed his life while performing a maritime anti-smuggling mission at the young age of 25. In the same month, he was approved as a martyr, posthumously awarded a first-class merit, and posthumously recognized as a member of the Communist Party of China.
This was not the first time Qiao Helin (谯禾林) had faced danger, but it was his last heroic charge.
Early morning of December 9, 2025, Pearl Bay (珍珠湾) in Fangchenggang (防城港) was shrouded in thick fog.
Qiao Helin (谯禾林), who had just finished a 13-hour night patrol, should have been resting, but he habitually checked the law enforcement boat before going to sleep. Just then, an alert came: a suspected smuggling speedboat had appeared in the area. He instantly perked up and rushed out of the dock with border guard Pang Zhiqing (庞志庆) in the boat.
The waters where the incident occurred were full of hidden reefs and visibility was extremely poor. Relying on his familiarity with the sea conditions, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) calmly directed the driving. Suddenly, the engine roared, and a speedboat full of goods appeared from the fog. "We are the Chinese Coast Guard! Stop the boat immediately!" Before the words were finished, the smugglers abruptly turned the speedboat and accelerated to escape.
The distance between the two boats continued to shorten, reaching less than 20 meters at the closest point. The smuggling speedboat continued to change direction, creating waves in an attempt to shake off the law enforcement boat. Just then, the other side suddenly maliciously slowed down and made a sharp turn, and the two boats collided violently. The huge inertia threw Qiao Helin (谯禾林) and Pang Zhiqing (庞志庆) into the sea, and the cold, turbulent seawater instantly separated the two. Pang Zhiqing (庞志庆) was rescued by rescuers.
Two days later, rescuers found Qiao Helin's (谯禾林) body. This law enforcement officer, who was in the prime of his youth, heroically sacrificed his life in the mission.
This was not the first time Qiao Helin (谯禾林) had faced danger. "Charging ahead when there is a mission, sacrificing everything for the mission." This is what Qiao Helin (谯禾林) said, and even more so, what he did.
In early 2024, an illegally modified smuggling boat was unloading goods, and there were dozens of people on the shore to meet them. Qiao Helin (谯禾林) jumped onto the smuggling boat and firmly held onto the driver who was trying to escape. The suspect slammed his knee hard into his lower abdomen, but he endured the severe pain, contracted his waist and abdomen, and tightened his arm even more. Until the supporting forces arrived, his arm was trembling non-stop due to prolonged exertion, but he never let go.
Law enforcement officer Liao Weiqiang's (廖伟强) phone contains a treasured video. On the eve of New Year's Day 2024, the work station recorded New Year's wishes, and Qiao Helin (谯禾林) stood in front of the camera, smiling shyly, but his tone was particularly firm: "My wish is to continue to stay in this sea area and guard this sea frontier."
Every mission, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) went all out to fulfill his responsibility as a coast guard law enforcement officer. And this time, on the most familiar battlefield, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) used his final charge to fulfill his oath to defend the sea frontier.
In the dead of night, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) distinguished every sound on the sea, again and again.
In July 2023, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) was assigned to the Fangcheng Work Station of the Fangchenggang Coast Guard Bureau. This is a front-line base with heavy tasks. Before coming, he was full of enthusiasm, fantasizing about boarding large ships and fighting in the sea and sky. Only when he arrived did he realize that the work station only had small-tonnage speedboats, and everyone was required to be versatile - driving, seamanship, boarding, capturing, everything had to be mastered.
As soon as he arrived at the work station, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) was stumped by the wave wood training. The old law enforcement officers in the station could stand very steadily on it, but he would fall off in less than 3 seconds. Get up and fall again.
"If you can't even stand steady at sea, how can you catch up with the smuggling boat?" This sentence was like a thorn, piercing into his heart. From that day on, he firmly "nailed" himself to the wave wood. His calves were bruised and purple, his palms were blistered, and the monotonous basic movements were repeated thousands of times. From confrontation to adaptation to prediction, he gradually understood: to guard this sea, you must first learn to become one with the wind and waves.
Once he could stand steady on the wave wood, he began to study law enforcement skills. The old law enforcement officer Wei Le (韦乐) told him that smugglers run fast, and the key is that they are too familiar with this sea - which waterway can be drilled, which shallow beach can be crossed, they know everything.
Qiao Helin (谯禾林) refused to accept this and vowed to "figure out" this sea. Every patrol and stakeout, he silently observed and recorded: which tidal flats still hide waterways at low tide, and which undercurrents will cause the boat to deviate. What was not on the radar, he remembered in his mind; what was not on the nautical chart, he drew in his heart.
In the eyes of his comrades, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) was not only a "living map," but also had a pair of ears that could "listen to the sea." On his first voyage, the squad leader told him: "Visibility is limited at night, so you must learn to listen. The dull and heavy sound is a fishing boat, and the sharp and piercing sound is a modified speedboat."
In order to develop the skill of "identifying ships by sound," Qiao Helin (谯禾林) repeatedly distinguished every sound on the sea in the middle of the night while stationed on the pontoon. Over time, the sound of the wind, the sound of the waves, and the sound of the engine gradually took on different "shapes" in his ears.
Someone asked Qiao Helin (谯禾林): "You are working so hard, what is your goal?" Qiao Helin (谯禾林) said: "I can charge ahead like the party member backbone, and one day I can go on missions wearing a party member badge."
The ideal of a 25-year-old coast guard law enforcement officer is simple, pure, and infinitely hot.
After Qiao Helin's (谯禾林) sacrifice, the organization posthumously recognized him as a member of the Communist Party of China. Although he was unable to personally receive the party member badge, this young man who practiced his original intention and shouldered his mission ushered in the "medal" he wanted most.
The day before his sacrifice, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) submitted a marriage application to the organization.
In the Fangcheng Work Station, comrades share weal and woe and depend on each other for life and death.
Law enforcement officer Huang Jingyu (黄靖宇) will never forget that late night on October 8, 2025, when he and two comrades were chasing a suspicious speedboat, the law enforcement speedboat ran aground and lost control, and the three were accidentally injured by the high-speed rotating propeller. Because the tide was too low and the sea conditions were complicated, the rescue boat could not enter.
In a critical moment, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) directed a small boat through the shallow sea full of hidden reefs and oyster stakes, jumped into the sea alone, and carried the three injured comrades onto the small boat one by one. Huang Jingyu (黄靖宇) said: "The doctor said that if it had been any later, my hand might not have been saved."
On the morning of December 9, 2025, the news of Qiao Helin's (谯禾林) falling into the water spread back to the work station, and everyone rushed to the dock and boarded every boat they could find. Coast guards, maritime affairs personnel, local fishermen... more than 630 people quickly gathered and launched a carpet search in this complex sea area. "Helin (禾林), where are you? Come home!" After finding Qiao Helin (谯禾林), Huang Jingyu (黄靖宇) and his comrades lifted him from the cold sea to the shore: "This time, let us pick you up."
While sorting out his belongings, his comrades found a savings plan in Qiao Helin's (谯禾林) dormitory drawer: monthly savings of 5,000 yuan and annual savings of 60,000 yuan. Everyone later learned that the money he had saved by living frugally was partly sent to his family, and the other part was weaving a warm "dream" -
The day before his sacrifice, December 8, Qiao Helin (谯禾林) submitted a marriage application to the organization. He planned to take a vacation in January to go home and get a marriage certificate with his girlfriend. The two had imagined the future more than once: when they had saved enough for a down payment, they would buy a house in their hometown. Qiao Helin (谯禾林) failed to realize this simple dream.
"He was not born a hero, he was a poor child who came out of the mountains of Xuanhan (宣汉) in Sichuan (四川), and an ordinary coast guard law enforcement officer who lived himself into a 'ray of light'." Qiao Helin's (谯禾林) sister, Qiao Fangfang's (谯芳芳) words touched people's hearts.
"Often braving the wind and rain into the night, often facing the tide to untie the mooring ropes. The motherland has given me a sea to welcome the rising sun..." After the interview, the melody of "The Motherland Has Given Me a Sea" sounded in the work station.
Pearl Bay (珍珠湾), the tide rises and falls; by the coast, there are thousands of lights. Standing on the shore and looking out, that sea is the place that Qiao Helin (谯禾林) guarded with his life, and it has the most sincere watch of the coast guard law enforcement officers.
(Guo Song (郭松) and Yu Jingxiao (于景潇) participated in the writing)
Return to TopBy: 蒋星华
The grassroots level is the nerve ending of national governance, and the rule of law is a powerful weapon for resolving disputes at the grassroots level. On January 1, 2026, the revised "Organic Law of the Villagers Committees of the People's Republic of China" and the "Organic Law of the Urban Residents Committees of the People's Republic of China" (hereinafter referred to as the "Two Laws") officially came into effect. The revision of the "Two Laws" is a summary and refinement of the mature experience of Party building-led grassroots governance reform and innovation since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and a major legislative update. It provides a more complete legal guarantee for improving the grassroots mass autonomy mechanism under the leadership of grassroots Party organizations, improving the urban and rural grassroots governance system that combines autonomy, the rule of law, and morality under the leadership of Party organizations, and promoting the modernization of the grassroots governance system and governance capabilities. Based on the actual situation in Hubei, we must take the study, publicity, and implementation of the "Two Laws" as a starting point, integrate the spirit of the rule of law into all fields and links of grassroots governance, use the power of the rule of law to solve problems and activate efficiency, consolidate the foundation of good governance and the rule of law at the grassroots level in Hubei, and provide strong support for Hubei to accelerate its construction into an important strategic fulcrum for the rise of the central region.
Strengthen Party building leadership and grasp the political direction of the implementation of the "Two Laws."
Party leadership is the fundamental guarantee for the rule of law in grassroots governance. The most distinctive breakthrough in the revision of the "Two Laws" is the transformation of Party leadership from a principled requirement to a mechanism and procedural embedding, clarifying the leading role of village (community) Party organizations in all aspects of democratic election, democratic consultation, democratic decision-making, democratic management, and democratic supervision, and consolidating mature experiences such as "one shoulder pick" (一肩挑), "cross-appointment" (交叉任职), and "four discussions and two public announcements" (四议两公开) at the legal level. Hubei thoroughly studies and implements Xi Jinping's (习近平) thought on the rule of law, studies and implements General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important expositions on grassroots governance, integrates Party building leadership throughout the entire process of publicity and implementation of the "Two Laws" and the rule of law in grassroots governance, deeply integrates the publicity and implementation of the "Two Laws" with key tasks such as Party building-led grassroots governance and strengthening and improving urban and rural community governance, promotes the implementation of the "Two Laws" to take effect, and ensures that all grassroots governance work is always carried out in an orderly manner on the track of the rule of law. Continue to implement the three-year action plan for cultivating and reserving reserve forces for village Party organization secretaries and the centralized rectification of weak and lax village Party organizations, select 100 "good branches" for rural revitalization, 50 "good branches" for grassroots governance, 100 "good secretaries" who are responsible and act, and 50 "good secretaries" who serve the people. We will further improve the coordination mechanism of Party building-led grassroots governance, incorporate the publicity and implementation of the "Two Laws" into the important content of "three meetings and one lesson" and theme Party days of Party organizations at all levels, incorporate the "Two Laws" and commonly used laws and regulations at the grassroots level into the important content of grassroots cadre training, strengthen the organizational leadership of Party organizations in the two committee elections, ensure that the implementation of the "Two Laws" does not deviate or become distorted, and integrate Party leadership into all aspects of the rule of law in grassroots governance, and transform the Party's political and organizational advantages into grassroots governance effectiveness.
Improve the system and build a solid institutional framework for the implementation of the "Two Laws."
Adhere to the deep integration of the "Two Laws" with local realities and promote the supporting improvement of the system. The Hubei Provincial Party Committee Social Work Department has successively issued the "Notice on Further Strengthening and Standardizing the Work of Village (Neighborhood) Affairs Disclosure," the "Notice on Doing a Good Job in the Connection and Coordination of the Establishment, Revocation, and Scope Adjustment of Village (Resident) Committees," the "Hubei Provincial Village Affairs Supervision Committee Work Rules," and the "Hubei Provincial Grassroots Mass Discussion Platform Work Guidelines," focusing on standardizing disclosure, clarifying powers and responsibilities, strengthening supervision, deliberative consultation, and intelligent empowerment, to further improve the grassroots mass autonomy mechanism under the leadership of grassroots Party organizations and promote the institutionalization, standardization, and proceduralization of grassroots democracy. Guiding and supervising the effective implementation of the grassroots mass autonomy system is the statutory responsibility of the Party Committee Social Work Department. We must earnestly assume responsibility and take the initiative to promote the comprehensive implementation of the "Two Laws" and strengthen consultation and research on responsibility "gap points." In terms of system supply, accelerate the implementation of the method (revision) order work; improve and implement the village (community) work item access system, clarify the boundaries between autonomy and assistance matters, and solve the problem of "small horses pulling big carts" in grassroots governance from the source. In terms of "soft law" empowerment, promote the orderly revision of village rules and civil covenants and resident covenants throughout the province, and integrate the requirements of socialist core values, changing customs and habits, and ecological protection into them.
Deepen practical innovation and activate the endogenous driving force for the implementation of the "Two Laws."
The effectiveness of the implementation of laws should ultimately be reflected in the people's sense of gain. Hubei adheres to problem orientation and practical orientation, takes the "Two Laws" as the guideline, grasps publicity and training on the one hand and practical exploration on the other, and allows the rule of law to take root in the land of Jingchu (荆楚). On December 15, 2025, a special lecture on the "Two Laws" was held, covering the Party Committee Social Work Departments at the provincial, municipal, and county levels and some townships (streets) to promote accurate learning, in-depth understanding, and solid work. Xiaogan City (孝感市) took the construction of "five standardizations" as the starting point, implemented the standardized year of village (resident) committee construction, and enhanced the effectiveness of villagers' (residents') self-management, self-education, self-service, and self-supervision. Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture (恩施土家族苗族自治州) Enshi City (恩施市) innovatively deepened the "1+4+X" village affairs disclosure model, built a "precise disclosure, convenient communication, and closed-loop response" whole-chain governance mechanism, and formed a new pattern of governance in which the masses deeply participate and power operates in the sunshine. Yichang City (宜昌市) Zigui County (秭归县) innovatively created "village night talks," and through building platforms, listening to public opinions, and gathering public opinions, made villagers' deliberation and consultation a normal practice. Qingheju Community (青和居社区) in Qingshan District (青山区), Wuhan City (武汉市), played the role of resident covenants, effectively solved the problems of random parking of electric vehicles and garbage classification, handled more than 3,000 mass appeals annually, and the rate of resolving conflicts reached more than 98%, realizing a gorgeous transformation from a "shantytown renovation resettlement community" to a "national democratic and rule of law demonstration community." Based on the previous work, we will continue to set off a wave of publicity for the "Two Laws" and carry out solid publicity and training on the "Two Laws" for grassroots cadres and the masses. Focusing on improving the capacity of village (resident) committees, we will deeply carry out the urban and rural community governance optimization and improvement action, promote the standardized construction of grassroots mass autonomous organizations, deepen the system of village (resident) representatives contacting and serving the masses, and extend the rule of law services to every household through "representatives linking households and doing practical things together" to improve the precision of the rule of law in grassroots governance.
The rule of law prospers, then the grassroots prospers; the grassroots are well-governed, then Jingchu (荆楚) is safe. Promoting the implementation of the "Two Laws" is an inevitable measure to promote the rule of law in grassroots governance. Standing at a new historical starting point, Hubei will take the implementation of the "Two Laws" as an opportunity to continue to deeply cultivate the construction of the rule of law in grassroots governance, use the thinking of the rule of law to solve governance problems, use the methods of the rule of law to gather governance synergy, let the light of the rule of law shine on every village and every community in Jingchu (荆楚), and safeguard the high-quality development of the entire province with good grassroots governance!
(The author is the Minister of the Social Work Department of the Hubei Provincial Party Committee and the Secretary of the "Two New" Working Committee of the Provincial Party Committee)
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on April 6th (Reporter Ni Yi (倪弋)) - Recently, the Supreme People's Procuratorate (最高人民检察院) issued the "Notice on the In-depth Development of the 'Procuratorial Protection of People's Livelihood' Work by Procuratorial Organs." On the basis of continuing to implement the various tasks determined in the 2024 "Procuratorial Protection of People's Livelihood" special action plan, it further proposed three categories of key points for in-depth development of the "Procuratorial Protection of People's Livelihood" work, namely, focusing on key areas to powerfully serve the high-quality economic and social development; focusing on key groups to continuously strengthen the protection of the rights and interests of specific groups; and grasping outstanding issues related to people's livelihood to help alleviate the urgent difficulties and anxieties of the masses.
The in-depth development of the "Procuratorial Protection of People's Livelihood" work has identified 16 key tasks, including: strengthening the handling of civil supervision cases in the fields of finance, real estate, and other people's livelihood areas; vigorously carrying out procuratorial supervision in the fields of social security and medical insurance; continuing to deepen the protection of the ecological environment and natural resources; continuing to promote the rule of law in cyberspace; legally safeguarding the healthy growth of minors; legally safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of women; and continuing to deepen the protection of the legitimate rights and interests of the elderly.
The notice requires that procuratorial organs at all levels across the country increase their efforts in handling cases, comprehensively use methods such as supervision and correction, public hearings, judicial assistance, and explanation of the law to handle a number of socially influential cases involving people's livelihood in accordance with the law. It is necessary to continue to focus on improving the system and mechanism, and proactively extend individual case handling to similar case supervision and social governance. It is necessary to continue to strengthen summary and publicity, and tell the stories behind the cases of the procuratorate serving the people.
Return to TopThe 23rd Peach Blossom Tourism and Culture Festival of Nyingchi opened recently at the Gongbu Park (工布公园) in Nyingchi City (林芝市), Tibet. This year's Peach Blossom Festival features more than 20 cultural and tourism activities, including intangible cultural heritage experiences, coffee tasting, and agricultural product exhibitions. After years of development, the Nyingchi Peach Blossom Festival has become an important brand activity driving the local cultural and tourism industry.
Return to TopThis newspaper Shenyang (沈阳) April 6th (Reporter Liu Hongchao (刘洪超)) Recently, the Liaoning Provincial Market Supervision Administration (辽宁省市场监督管理局) issued the "Reminder and Admonishment Letter on Further Regulating Business Practices in the Funeral Industry" to all funeral service operators and related units in the province, reminding and admonishing all funeral service operators and related units to strictly implement the management requirements for government-priced and government-guided price charging items, and strictly prohibit price violations such as charging beyond standards, establishing independent items, breaking down item charges, and compulsory or disguised compulsory services and charges. Adhere to the principle of fairness and voluntariness; for non-basic items with market-adjusted prices, relevant operators must not engage in price violations such as price fraud or collusive price increases. If the public discovers clues of relevant illegal and irregular acts, please properly preserve relevant evidence and promptly call the 12345 government service convenience hotline or the 12315 complaint and reporting telephone for complaints and reports.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 窦 皓
As night falls, young people leave office buildings, night market vendors open for business, and residents and tourists throng the streets, bringing the Wulin Road (武林路) neighborhood in Gongshu District (拱墅区), Hangzhou (杭州), Zhejiang Province (浙江省) to life.
Located in the old city of Hangzhou, the Wulin Road neighborhood has a high population density. The well-known "Wulin Night Market" (武林夜市) gathers 642 shops and nearly 400 fixed stalls, attracting an average daily traffic of nearly 100,000 people. However, the mixed business formats, scattered personnel, and loud noise have put pressure on standardized management and order maintenance, making this street a difficult point in Hangzhou's street governance.
Zhang Haiyun (张海韵), who has been doing seal engraving business in Wulin Night Market for 9 years, remembers that the stalls used to be crowded and disputes often occurred. "Now it's different. Party member merchants took the lead in hanging 'Volunteer Service Post' signs next to their stalls, and one security guard is set up for every six stalls," Zhang Haiyun said. When tourists ask for directions, everyone will take the initiative to guide them, and stall owners also show courtesy to each other.
In order to improve governance effectiveness, the Wulin Sub-district (武林街道) established the Wulin Road Neighborhood Party Committee (武林路街区党委) and formed two teams, the "Wulin Road Business Alliance" (武林路商业联盟) and the "Wulin Anmeng" (武林安盟), to achieve joint management by party members, joint consultation on affairs, and joint resolution of problems. Now, the "Wulin Anmeng" can handle more than 150 hidden conflicts every month, reducing disputes and complaints and increasing positive reviews from tourists.
Street alleys with rich business formats are the "capillaries" of the city and also the difficulty of grassroots governance. Hangzhou is targeting these areas to promote the improvement of street party building work. Led by the street party organization, a consultation and discussion platform is built to guide shops, enterprises, surrounding residents and other parties to twist into one rope and gather into one heart, forming a street governance community.
In Linping District (临平区), merchants in the Beidajie Commercial Street (北大街商业街区) once wanted to extend tables and chairs to the street to attract business, but surrounding residents were worried about affecting the appearance of the city and traffic. The street did not simply ban it, but invited staff from the District Comprehensive Administrative Law Enforcement Bureau (区综合行政执法局) to coordinate the opinions of merchants and residents again and again. Finally, a service list that everyone was satisfied with was formed in the consultation - setting up an outdoor display area, delineating the business area, time and standards; strengthening street management, standardizing business order, and improving quality; organizing public welfare activities, requiring merchants to participate in street cleaning and volunteer services. Zhong Wei (钟伟), the operator of Zhong's Mutton Shop (钟氏羊肉店), calculated that with a standardized outdoor display area, he could sell five or six hundred yuan more every day.
When bystanders of street governance become participants, the street becomes more and more warm.
The Tianmuli International Neighborhood (天目里国际街区) in Gutang Sub-district (古荡街道), Xihu District (西湖区), built the "Tianmu Hui" (天目荟) discussion hall. Led by the street party branch, merchants, enterprise representatives, property management and other parties are convened at a fixed time every week to discuss issues such as staggered lunch hours and loading and unloading occupying the road; the "Black Tea Council" (红茶议事会) in Xiaohe Zhijie Historical and Cultural Block (小河直街历史文化街区) in Gongshu District has narrowed the distance between neighbors, and brand activities have made the old street full of fun and warmth; the Qingcheng International Neighborhood (青橙国际街区) in Yuhang District (余杭区) caters to the needs of young people and regularly carries out trendy themed activities such as youth markets; the Torch Industrial Community (火炬产业社区) in Binjiang District (滨江区) has established a "Torch Partnership Discussion" (火炬合伙议) street discussion and consultation mechanism to integrate shop resources and provide diversified services for new employment groups...
A picture of happiness full of fireworks is constantly unfolding in the streets of Hangzhou. "We will continue to deepen the business-residential integration model led by party building, extend the party's organizational system to the streets, and constantly gather interest identity, emotional identity, and value identity, so that shops and residents can get benefits in participation, increase consensus in benefits, and strengthen integration in consensus, and truly build the streets into a governance community with warmth, vitality, and sustainability," said a relevant person in charge of the Hangzhou Municipal Party Committee Organization Department (杭州市委组织部).
Return to TopAmidst pear blossoms blooming and a gentle, bright spring, watching a Guofeng (国风) immersive performance has become a new choice for many people's spring outings: the beautiful artistic conception in Tang poetry is transformed into a tangible and knowable immersive scene; the magnificent world in the Chu Ci (楚辞) becomes a multi-sensory cultural tourism experience. With the accelerated application of new technologies such as big data and virtual reality in the cultural tourism field, the virtual-reality integrated Guofeng immersive performance is becoming increasingly mature. The interactive and co-creative in-depth experience allows tourists to touch the ancient charm of Guofeng and feel the integration of traditional aesthetics and contemporary life.
——Editor
Shaanxi (陕西) Xi'an (西安) Chang'an Twelve Hours Theme Block (长安十二时辰主题街区) Refreshed Exhibition
Spring is in full bloom, Tang-style market vying for beauty
By Gao Bing (高炳), reporter of this newspaper
"The ancient charm of Guofeng hides a garden of spring!"
During the Qingming holiday, walking into the Chang'an Twelve Hours Theme Block (长安十二时辰主题街区) located in Qujiang New District (曲江新区), Xi'an (西安), Shaanxi (陕西), the millennium-old Tang charm and the elegance of spring blend together, attracting tourists to marvel.
Looking up, vermilion buildings and green tiles, carved beams and painted rafters come into view. The "apricot blossoms" and "azaleas" blooming on the branches are interspersed among them. Many tourists in Ru skirts (襦裙), holding fans in one hand, walk through the flowers. During the 3-day Qingming holiday, the daily average number of tourists received by the block was nearly 8,000.
In the block, why is the spring so beautiful? After 14 days of comprehensive upgrading and transformation, the Chang'an Twelve Hours Theme Block (长安十二时辰主题街区) recently opened with drum beating. In terms of scene upgrading, this time, the spring-themed exhibition "Apricot Dye Spring Fragrance · Looking at Chang'an (杏染春芳·望长安)" was launched, using apricot blossom scenery to let the spring color permeate the Tang-style market.
"Through atmosphere creation, we strive to transform the beautiful artistic conception of Tang poetry into a tangible and knowable immersive scene," said Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛), the cultural ambassador of the block. There are also hairpin flower ceremonies, fragrance-seeking stamp collections, and flying flower poetry competitions on site, allowing tourists to experience the joy of visiting the garden.
Scene upgrades, and even more performance renewals. On one side, the newly launched dance performance "Appreciating Spring Fragrance (赏春芳)" opened, with actors interacting warmly with the surrounding tourists. On the other side, the instrumental flash mob "Qing Le You You (清乐悠悠)" appeared, and the performance of musical instruments such as guzheng, pipa, and flute attracted pedestrians to stop and watch...
"We strive to immerse tourists in the ancient charm of Guofeng," said Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛). "In this world, the Chang'an City (长安城) more than 1,000 years ago seems to be around us."
At the corner of the street, a "coal seller" pushes a wheelbarrow, dressed in old clothes, and staggers along. Li Xinmeng (李欣萌), a tourist from Gansu (甘肃), stepped forward to recite poetry, and the old man's face showed a smile. In order to restore the real scene, the bamboo basket of the wheelbarrow is also filled with bamboo charcoal. In the nearby tavern, wine pots, futons, tables and chairs are also replicas of ancient objects.
"Walking through the block, history becomes a 'touchable' present," said Li Xinmeng (李欣萌).
"We want to inspire a sense of cultural pride rooted in the hearts of tourists in a knowable, perceptible, and touchable immersive experience," said Zou Linfeng (邹林丰), the person in charge of the block. Nearly a hundred programs staged every day are exploring cultural connotations, innovating modern expressions, and further strengthening the immersive atmosphere and cultural appeal, "attracting more people through the contemporary reproduction of traditional aesthetics."
In one step, one scene, there is no shortage of digital technology. In the Kyushu Tuzhi (九州图志) XR (extended reality) experience space of the block, through high-precision 3D modeling and dynamic interaction, tourists can "travel through" to the prosperous Tang Dynasty and personally experience the "fantastic journey" of the underground city of Chang'an (长安) in film and television dramas.
"You don't need to do makeup or change into Hanfu (汉服), you can also 'dream back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty' with one click!" Moving forward, several tourists are experiencing the "Zhiying Camera (智影相机)". Upload a selfie, select a template, and the background automatically switches to the prosperous Tang palace. In just a few seconds, ancient-style photos are synchronized to the phone.
Digital people are transformed into smart employees, and robots dressed in Tang costumes display tea art... The block introduces technologies such as holographic projection, AR (augmented reality) interaction, and immersive sound fields, allowing technology and tradition to collide with sparks, and also deeply integrate with culture. "The more we present the ancient charm of Guofeng, the more we must explore new scenes, new performances, and new ways to play," said Zou Linfeng (邹林丰).
Hunan (湖南) Taojiang (桃江) Immersive Performance Attracts Cross-City Tours
Bamboo shadows sway, Chu Ci (楚辞) gracefully enters dreams
By Yang Xun (杨迅), reporter of this newspaper
Underfoot are winding waterfront trails, and overhead are swaying, secluded green bamboos. Carrying a bamboo lantern and wandering in the mist, tourists seem to travel to the magnificent world written by Qu Yuan (屈原)...
During the Qingming holiday, the immersive performance project "Taohuajiang Bamboo Sea Illusion (桃花江竹海幻境)" was staged in the Taohuajiang Bamboo Sea Scenic Area (桃花江竹海景区) in Taojiang County (桃江县), Yiyang City (益阳市), Hunan Province (湖南省). A new cultural tourism experience that integrates Chu Ci (楚辞) culture, bamboo township characteristics, and digital technology has attracted many tourists from other cities.
How can a performance form a "magnetic attraction"? The multi-sensory cultural tourism experience is particularly critical.
Different from traditional theaters, "Taohuajiang Bamboo Sea Illusion (桃花江竹海幻境)" adopts a "combination of walking and sitting" viewing mode. The audience becomes a participant in the plot, moving in different scenes, interacting with actors, and tasting herbal banquets.
Walking into the scene, the Canglang Water Theater (沧浪之水剧场), the Qu Shui Liu Shang Theater (曲水流觞剧场), and the Bamboo Banquet Grand Theater (竹宴大剧场) each have their own style, and there are also scenes such as "Fragrant Grass Hall (香草堂)" and "Lei Cha Shop (擂茶铺)" dotted among them, with changing scenery at every step, full of fun. In the Qu Shui Liu Shang Theater (曲水流觞剧场), there are lush forests and bamboos, clear streams and rapids, and the audience can imitate the ancients, sit by the water, and sing poetry and drink wine; the Bamboo Banquet Grand Theater (竹宴大剧场) combines dining and viewing, and the sky above, the table in front of you, and the bamboo sea around you are integrated into one, creating an immersive field through digital technology.
In the eyes of director Li Yan (李彦), the success of "Taohuajiang Bamboo Sea Illusion (桃花江竹海幻境)" lies in the deep integration of Chu Ci (楚辞) culture and the regional characteristics of Hunan (湖南), "We use the Chu Ci (楚辞) as the main line to create a unique Taojiang (桃江) elegant aesthetics."
The team takes Qu Yuan's (屈原) life experience in Taojiang (桃江) as a blueprint to show a vivid image of Qu Yuan (屈原). At the same time, the performance explores the "fragrant grass beauty" imagery in Hunan culture, and the Taojiang "Nvxu (女媭)" who came out of "Li Sao (离骚)" became a key clue, seeking with Qu Yuan (屈原) side by side.
The collision of technology and culture fills the immersion. Li Yan (李彦) introduced that the theater takes "new cultural tourism + new technology + new consumption" as its core, creating a "banquet + performance + drama" "illusion", with 182 projectors deployed throughout the theater, combined with water moon numerical control devices, naked-eye holographic imaging technology, and hidden waterscape stage matrix technology to replicate scenes such as Qu Shui Liu Shang (曲水流觞) and Qu Zi Tian Wen (屈子天问).
"The performances I used to see were mostly proscenium stages. Here, 360 degrees are performances. I saw Qu Yuan's (屈原) life and felt a spiritual touch, which allowed me to find a sense of tranquility and poetry in the fast-paced life," said audience Huang Xiaoya (黄晓雅). "Taohuajiang Bamboo Sea Illusion (桃花江竹海幻境)" has been performed more than 400 times, receiving more than 80,000 audiences, and related video social media views have exceeded 130 million, and it is popular among young people.
Where bamboo shadows sway, Chu Ci (楚辞) enters dreams. "Taohuajiang Bamboo Sea Illusion (桃花江竹海幻境)" is still being updated, from a "single stage" to a "full-area cultural tourism", from offline experience to online and offline linkage. The creative team said that it will continue to explore the rich cultural imagery in the Chu Ci (楚辞) and innovate contemporary expressions, so that the audience "has a new experience every time they watch the performance."
By: 陈圆圆
With mountains and rivers as the backdrop and ancient alleys as the stage, the audience transforms into characters in the play, and wherever people go, the story follows – a multi-sensory, triggerable, and highly exploratory viewing experience that aligns with the cultural acquisition habits of the younger generation.
Immersive performing arts are valued for their cultural brewing. In the Chang'an Twelve Hours (长安十二时辰) themed block, "Li Bai" (李白) answers tourists, and poetry is frequently quoted in the interaction; in "Only the Dream of the Red Chamber · Dramatic Fantasy City," the audience is placed in a situation that gives rise to a desire to reread the classics. If there is only a layered accumulation of holographic projections and mechanical devices, the audience will be dazzled but unable to remember a good story, which would be a **舍本逐末** (shě běn zhú mò - "abandon the root and pursue the tip," to neglect the fundamentals). Performances can be immersive, but don't indulge in "routines." A readable narrative, warm details, and the sincerity of "new discoveries every time you come" can make people savor it again and again.
In fact, the immersive narrative logic is not unfamiliar to our ancestors. Aren't the eighty-one tribulations of "Journey to the West" (西游记) and the heroes' gathering in "Water Margin" (水浒传) all multiple subplots strung together by a main thread? The key is to brew the profound cultural accumulation into a "lingering sweetness." The interweaving of young creativity and ancient wisdom will grow a more lasting humanistic connection, with a long aftertaste and endless stamina.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 喻思南
The "World Science Citation Database Overall Framework" jointly developed by the Institute of Scientific and Technical Information of China (中国科学技术信息研究所) and the Zhejiang Laboratory (之江实验室) was released at the recent 2026 Zhongguancun Forum (中关村论坛) Annual Meeting. Citation databases are important infrastructure for journal evaluation. This research will provide data support for scientific evaluation of scientific and technological journals and guide China's scientific and technological journals to move towards world-class status.
In recent years, the overall influence of Chinese journals has continued to rise. The "World Journal Clout Index (WJCI) Report" (《科技期刊世界影响力指数（WJCI）报告》) (hereinafter referred to as the "Report") 2025 edition released by the China Association for Science and Technology (中国科协) recently shows that there are 76 Chinese scientific and technological journals ranked in the top 5% globally in their disciplines, which is 9.5 times that of the 2020 edition. The number of leading journals has maintained continuous growth for five years, and has reached the international top level in some fields.
In terms of quantity, the "Report" 2025 edition includes 1,906 Chinese scientific and technological journals, an increase of 480 compared to the 2020 edition. In terms of quality, the world ranking of the average WJCI index of Chinese scientific and technological journals is seventh, an increase of 5 places compared to the 2020 edition; the average impact factor reached 2.434, an increase of 1.2 times compared to the 2020 edition.
Taking the journal "Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy (English)" sponsored by Sichuan University (四川大学) as an example, from the "Report" 2020 edition to the 2025 edition, the total citation frequency of the journal has increased by more than 36 times, and the impact factor has increased by 1.5 times. With the substantial increase in various core indicators, the journal's discipline ranking is also steadily rising, and it is gradually developing into an international top journal in the fields of oncology and molecular biology.
From the perspective of discipline ranking, Chinese scientific and technological journals continue to rise, and the overall ranking is steadily increasing. The "Report" 2025 edition shows that there are 362 Chinese scientific and technological journals ranked in the top 25%, an increase of 190 compared to the 2020 edition.
Chinese scientific and technological journals have outstanding performance in 31 disciplines such as geology, engineering comprehensive, and optics. The number of journals ranked in the top 50% is more than 10, indicating that China's scientific and technological journals have relatively good development and significant advantages in these disciplines. Taking the optics discipline as an example, the "Report" 2025 edition shows that a total of 16 Chinese journals are ranked in the top 50%, accounting for nearly 1/3 of the total number of journals in the same interval globally (55). Among them are not only "Light: Science & Applications (English)" and its sister journal "Light: Advanced Manufacturing (English)", but also a number of high-level journals under the Chinese Laser Press (中国激光杂志社) such as "Advanced Photonics (English)" and "PhotoniX (English)".
Why is the influence of Chinese scientific and technological journals constantly increasing? Industry experts said that high-quality scientific research output and targeted support policies jointly promote domestic journals to move towards world-class status.
Looking at scientific research output, China's original and leading achievements in quantum technology, life science, and material science continue to emerge. In 2025, China's R&D expenditure reached 3,926.2 billion yuan, and the investment intensity reached 2.8%, exceeding the average level of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries for the first time. Among them, the proportion of basic research funding reached 7.08%, a record high. China has become an important participant in international cutting-edge scientific and technological innovation and a source of international first-class scientific and technological manuscripts, providing a source of manuscripts and a foundation for author groups for the construction of world-class academic journals.
Looking at policy support, since the China Association for Science and Technology (中国科协) and other 7 departments jointly implemented the China Science and Technology Journal Excellence Action Plan in 2019, a number of scientific and technological journals in key fields in China have achieved breakthrough. Among them, English journals have benefited particularly significantly. In addition, a number of Chinese high-quality journals such as "Acta Geographica Sinica" (《地理学报》), "Engineering Sciences" (《中国工程科学》), and "Petroleum Exploration and Development" (《石油勘探与开发》) have also continued to improve in various indicators, and their comprehensive strength has steadily increased.
China's scientific and technological journal cluster development and platform construction have achieved initial results, which has enhanced the influence and dissemination of local journals. As of January this year, the Science Press (科学出版社) SciEngine platform has gathered 688 scientific and technological journals, publishing more than 940,000 articles, with 270 million visits in 2025; the Chinese Medical Journal Network (中华医学期刊网) has gathered 298 scientific and technological journals, with a literature volume of 1.497 million articles and 100 million visits in 2025; the Tsinghua University Press (清华大学出版社) SciOpen has launched 215 scientific and technological journals, publishing more than 75,400 articles, with users from more than 220 countries and regions.
The current scientific and technological journal evaluation system still has problems such as single indicators, which makes it difficult to accurately describe the value and contribution of journals in the knowledge network. Huang Qi (黄琦), director of the Institute of Scientific and Technical Information of China (中国科学技术信息研究所), said that based on the "World Science Citation Database Overall Framework", researchers have launched a research on the construction of a world-class scientific and technological journal evaluation index system. The research not only absorbs widely used indicators such as impact factor and total citation frequency, but also develops new indicators such as emotional citation index, so as to make up for the shortcomings of the traditional evaluation system.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Shanghai on April 6th (Reporter Cao Lingjuan (曹玲娟)): To promote the high-quality development of the game and esports industry and build an industrial ecosystem with global influence, Shanghai recently issued "Several Measures of Shanghai Municipality on Supporting the Development of the Game and Esports Industry," putting forward systematic support policies focusing on key areas.
Strengthening the guidance of agglomeration areas to activate a multi-point supported industrial layout. Actively cultivate and introduce full-chain ecological enterprises such as art, music, and IP operation in the agglomeration area, providing start-up teams with one-stop services and a new model of "creation + display + life" space supply; optimizing the supply of capital and talent elements to build a strong engine for industrial development. In terms of talent introduction and cultivation, deepen the integration of industry and education, support universities in establishing game majors, and provide more than a thousand internship positions for college students every year; deepen the "game +" cross-border integration to release the spillover value of industrial empowerment. In terms of cultural inheritance, encourage the creation of more "Shanghai Products" that integrate outstanding Chinese traditional culture and urban elements. In terms of technological empowerment, focus on supporting the application of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence in game development, and support the investment in underlying tools such as game development engines and the collaborative adaptation with domestic graphics processors and other hardware; build a high-level overseas service platform to create a strategic hub for global resource allocation. Support the China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference (中国国际数码互动娱乐展览会) and the China Game Developers Conference (中国国际游戏开发者大会) and other brand activities to create a "world living room" linking global wisdom; enhance the energy level of the esports event system. Continue to introduce global top events and focus on cultivating local own-brand events such as the "Shanghai Esports Masters" (上海电竞大师赛).
In recent years, the development level of Shanghai's game and esports industry has continued to improve. In 2023, the Shanghai online game industry achieved sales revenue of 170.7 billion yuan, an increase of 9.57% year-on-year; its performance in overseas markets was outstanding, achieving sales revenue of 30.3 billion yuan, an increase of 13.7% year-on-year.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李 蕊
Pushing open the door, a warm, earthy aroma of clay fills the air. In Qixia City (栖霞市), Yantai (烟台), Shandong (山东) Province, in a workshop dedicated to intangible cultural heritage, Qu Xiaoqian (曲小倩), a Qixia clay sculpture artisan, sits quietly at her workbench, kneading a ball of clay and gently shaping it... Before long, the basic form of a clay doll emerges.
Qixia clay sculpture is a provincial-level intangible cultural heritage project in Shandong, known for its exquisite craftsmanship, bright colors, and the folk customs and craftsmanship traditions of Jiaodong (胶东). Qu Xiaoqian has loved clay sculpture since she was a child, and after graduating from university, she opened her own studio.
In 2024, she encountered a vexing problem: her "Taiping Jixiang" (太平吉象) clay sculpture figurine, which became popular after winning an award in a creative competition, was copied and cheaply counterfeited by many merchants during the promotion process, severely damaging its market value. "Without copyright protection, an artist's innovation is like 为他人作嫁衣裳 (wèi tā rén zuò jià yī shang - "making wedding clothes for others," working for the benefit of others).," Qu Xiaoqian said.
Like Qu Xiaoqian, many folk artisans have faced similar predicaments. In 2021, Qixia City was named "Shandong Folk Culture and Art Township" by the Shandong Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, where techniques such as Jiaodong flower buns, paper-cutting, clay sculpture, and bobbin lace have been passed down through generations. However, as soon as an artisan's original work is published online, it may encounter "copy-paste" plagiarism, or even be altered and attributed to someone else.
"Copyright is the key to protecting the rights of creators, but we found in our research that many folk artists are elderly, unfamiliar with computer operations, and daunted by the registration process; some artisans live in rural areas, and it is time-consuming and laborious to travel to and from the city for registration," said Bai Lei (柏磊), head of the Publishing and Copyright Management Section of the Qixia City Press and Publication Bureau. "The traditional 'wait for them to come to us' model keeps a large number of folk art works that need protection out of reach, creating an invisible gap between copyright work and folk artists."
How to bridge this gap? Qixia City's approach: "Sink" the service down.
Since 2024, a "Qicai" (栖彩) copyright service team, composed of administrative staff, legal advisors, and cultural volunteers, has been active in the countryside. They carry mobile devices and go deep into the fields and rural workshops, bringing confirmation of rights services to the artisans' "doorsteps"; for elderly artisans, they provide oral narration and full agency services. From "people looking for services" to "services looking for people," they have cleared the "last mile" of copyright protection, turning the artisans' "worries" into "peace of mind."
The copyright registration of intangible cultural heritage involving folk art has its own special features: the subject of rights is often difficult to clearly define, with both the commonality of group inheritance and the contribution of individual creation, resulting in complex ownership relationships. Moreover, traditional handicrafts are constantly re-created in the process of dissemination and evolution, and there are difficulties in judicial practice in determining originality and attributing rights. In response to these problems, the service team leverages the professional advantages of legal advisor volunteers to help artisans sort out the creative context, clarify the attribution of rights, and reduce ownership disputes from the source, so that works that were previously "unclear and unable to be registered" are included in the copyright protection system. Qu Xiaoqian said that after the service team came to her door, they explained copyright knowledge to her in detail and helped her complete the registration of her works.
From "fear of being copied" to "boldly creating," copyright confirmation allows artisans to dare to innovate, dare to invest, and dare to cross boundaries. The Qixia City copyright management department focuses on categories such as flower buns, paper-cutting, and clay sculpture, and carries out special actions for copyright registration of folk art works, providing targeted services to representative inheritors of intangible cultural heritage, rural workshops, and young creators. At the same time, it produces short videos, holds special training sessions, and jointly conducts copyright publicity weeks with multiple departments.
After confirmation of rights, transformation becomes a natural result—
Recently, Zhou Tiancong (周天聪), a post-00s Jiaodong flower bun artisan in Qixia, has been busy rushing to make a batch of "bouquet" flower buns, with orders coming from a couple thousands of miles away.
A few years ago, his "Binbin" (滨滨) and "Guoguo" (果果) series of figurines became popular and were maliciously counterfeited. After establishing copyright awareness, he insisted on confirming the rights of his subsequent creations of zodiac, bouquet, and donut flower bun works before putting them online. Today, his works have become gifts for many weddings and festivals, and online orders are booming.
"Copyright is a legal tool to protect originality, and it is also a key element to drive the innovation of traditional crafts. We must let copyright take root in the countryside, protect craftsmanship, and let old crafts come alive, become trendy, and move towards a broader market," said Jiang Yanfang (蒋言芳), Director of the Qixia City Press and Publication Bureau.
Return to TopLayout design: Cai Huawei (蔡华伟)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 游 仪
Silver threads are finer than hair, pinching, filling, braiding, and weaving all rely on feel. The silver dragon is finished with a touch of detail, embedding feathers, taking more than a month, and finally a hair crown with two dragons winding around a pearl is completed.
Yan Hong (雁鸿), a handmade video blogger, posted the process of making a Ming Dynasty hair crown on a video platform. Netizens commented: "This is the real cultural inheritance."
From a medical student to a makeup artist, and then to becoming a blogger with millions of followers, this girl from Chengdu (成都), Sichuan (四川) has turned her hobby into a career and become a craftsman of Chinese style. When "old craftsmanship" meets "new craftsmen," traditional art blossoms with the brilliance of the times, and also drives more young people to fall in love with this industry.
Committing to a Craft: A Pair of Clever Hands Turns Waste into Treasure
Silver ingots are melted into threads, and Yan Hong (雁鸿) leans over the table, her fingertips pinching up silver threads as fine as hair. Tweezers gently clamp, the wrist twists, and according to the outlined phoenix contour, the silver threads are bent and pinched into the feathers, meticulous and seamless.
"First pinch the threads, then shape them. The hand must be steady, and every step must be careful. This small piece takes a whole morning," she said, making silver filigree phoenix wings without stopping her hands.
Born in 1989, Yan Hong (雁鸿) studied nursing for 5 years at North Sichuan Medical College (川北医学院), but she has a special liking for handicrafts. After graduating, she returned to Chengdu (成都) and worked as a nurse for 2 years. Ultimately, due to her love of craftsmanship, she decided to resign and start her own business. She likes design and has skillful hands. After learning makeup, Yan Hong (雁鸿) planned to start as a wedding makeup artist. At that time, she often helped brides with makeup and hair, and when she had free time, she would design special headwear according to the bride's appearance, gradually gaining everyone's love.
Her path as a handmade video blogger began with a velvet flower.
"In 2018, a costume drama was popular, and the velvet flower headwear worn by the characters in the drama was very beautiful. I thought about using pipe cleaners to replicate it. I didn't expect to actually make it, so I simply posted the production process on Bilibili (B站)," Yan Hong (雁鸿) said. Unexpectedly, the first video received rave reviews.
Referring to the Peking opera costume crown in the mobile game, Yan Hong (雁鸿) spent nearly 200 hours using 18 aluminum cans to make a Peking opera phoenix crown; she dyed 3,000 nut shells little by little into electroplated gold, and then used slow-drying glue to stick them on the armor template, and the prototype of the golden armor appeared; using copper sheets as materials, she restored the painting "Half Face Makeup" in the way of paper-cutting, and a "golden phoenix" about to fly vividly...
These ideas attracted more and more people to watch Yan Hong's (雁鸿) videos.
"Once, a netizen left a message in the comment area, saying that the filigree inlay craftsmanship I made was not pure," Yan Hong (雁鸿) recalled. In the past, she relied entirely on her own exploration, until a netizen reminded her of the silver filigree craftsmanship, and she realized that she still had to study and research.
In order to do a good job in filigree inlay, Yan Hong (雁鸿) began to look for a teacher. The road to apprenticeship was not smooth. "At first, I found a training class in Chongqing (重庆), and after learning for 7 days, I found that I couldn't operate independently without a teacher," Yan Hong (雁鸿) said. When she posted the semi-finished product online, fans left a message saying that she could learn in Chengdu (成都), and recommended Ni Chengyu (倪成玉), a representative inheritor of Chengdu (成都) silver filigree making skills.
Teacher Ni (倪老师) was already 79 years old at the time, and had long retired and did not want to take any more apprentices. Yan Hong (雁鸿) visited many times with her works, and finally moved Ni Chengyu (倪成玉) with her love. In May 2021, Yan Hong (雁鸿) successfully became a teacher and officially began to learn the craft.
Filigree inlay, pinching, filling, accumulating, and welding, each step requires patience. Silver wire welding is especially difficult. If the fire is too small, it cannot be welded, and if the fire is too large, it will melt. There must be no traces left at the welding point. Yan Hong (雁鸿) put a lot of effort into this alone. "The diameter of the silver wire is only 0.2 mm, as thick as a hair. If it is burned a little, it all has to be redone. This is a skill of the hand, and you have to practice it," she said, raising her wrist and pointing to the place where she had been burned.
As a Chengdu (成都) native, being able to learn Chengdu's (成都) traditional craftsmanship from Ni Chengyu (倪成玉) and combine the styles of the North and South schools, which is reflected in her headwear works, is both a blessing and a responsibility for Yan Hong (雁鸿). Two months later, the master and apprentice collaborated to make a beautiful filigree inlaid head crown. As soon as the video was released, netizens praised it.
Prospering an Industry: Technological Innovation, Products Go Viral
In order to better inherit intangible cultural heritage skills, the Yan Hong (雁鸿) silver filigree team was established in 2023. In this year, Zhang Yuejun (张粤军), 23 years old, came from Guangdong (广东).
"He studied product design and said that he saw my video online and was also interested in silver filigree making, so he came," Yan Hong (雁鸿) said. Xiao Zhang (小张) doesn't talk much, is very introverted, but he can muster the courage to come and persevere.
Among the 7-person team is Hu Weibing (胡维兵), a representative inheritor of Chengdu (成都) silver filigree making skills. Teacher Hu (胡老师) is over 70 years old. Before dawn, she starts from the urban area of Chengdu (成都), rides a bicycle, transfers to a bus, and takes the subway. It takes two and a half hours to get to the studio. "Many works are completed under the guidance of Teacher Hu (胡老师). Like this tire-free forming vase, I don't do it very well, only she can do it," Yan Hong (雁鸿) said, pointing to the work in the display cabinet that showed no welding marks.
Yan Hong (雁鸿) combines silver filigree with elements that young people like, and many new patterns are born in the collision. Half Face Makeup is one of them.
Half of the phoenix crown is covered with silver filigree, inlaid with aquamarine, and the phoenix headwear is exquisite and gorgeous. This Half Face Makeup, hidden in the Ancient City Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum (古城非遗博物馆) in Pidu District (郫都区), Chengdu (成都市), is the third version made by Yan Hong (雁鸿).
"The first version was made of copper, which was beautiful, but not delicate enough. Later, after learning filigree inlay, I tried to use the 'flat filling' technique of Chengdu (成都) silver filigree," Yan Hong (雁鸿) said. In this way, the fineness and weight problems that could not be solved before may be solved.
The "flat filling" technique requires first making a graphic frame, and then filling and weaving the patterns in the middle with filling, stacking, and threading techniques. The filigree is more refined, so she added detailed patterns and hollow designs on the basis of the original painting; the craftsmanship is complicated, so Yan Hong (雁鸿) disassembled the accessories and made them separately; the product was not regular enough, and the filigree accuracy was too low, so she overturned and remade the finished accessories...
Handmade production, shooting and editing, operating accounts, inheriting skills... Through the combination of online and offline, Yan Hong (雁鸿) has transformed her skills into business opportunities. He Qiang (何强), the team's photographer and business operator, said that in order to adapt to the viewing habits of the public, the team took the initiative to change, shortening the video length from the initial 10 minutes to 2 minutes, and the content also changed from recording tedious technical steps to telling stories, the pace is faster, and it is easier to spread while maintaining professionalism.
In recent years, Yan Hong (雁鸿) began to ponder how silver filigree can enter daily life. From design to technology, combined with the preferences of young people, she experimented repeatedly. "At the beginning, I could only make a large piece of silver, and the filigree was difficult to pull out. Later, the designed star earrings were too modern." In Yan Hong's (雁鸿) view, only by realizing the clever combination of tradition and modernity, and turning silver filigree from exhibits into supplies, can intangible cultural heritage fly into ordinary people's homes.
"The original work is an illustration, and we bought the copyright for secondary creation," Yan Hong (雁鸿) said. A small fish necklace she designed was also inspired by the work of a comic blogger. "We saw this work and felt that it was suitable for silver filigree, and after contacting the original author, we hit it off and started co-creation."
Today, Yan Hong (雁鸿) has developed dozens of silver filigree products, which are sold online and offline and are very popular.
Prospering a Place: Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritance, Rejuvenation
In Sandao Yan Town (三道堰镇), Pidu District (郫都区), Yan Hong (雁鸿) opened a Chinese style research and technology museum. On the first floor, looking around, Peking opera phoenix crowns, Miao (苗族) silver ornaments, and sword hairpins are placed in order. It houses her handmade ornaments, totaling about 300 pieces. Upstairs is the workplace of the Yan Hong (雁鸿) team.
In order to better drive rural development, in 2025, a few hundred meters away from the technology museum, Yan Hong (雁鸿) revitalized the Ancient City Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum (古城非遗博物馆) and built it into a comprehensive cultural space integrating intangible cultural heritage exhibitions, handmade experiences, and cultural and creative research and development. Dozens of intangible cultural heritage works such as filigree inlay, rock color painting, paper-cutting, and Shu embroidery (蜀绣) are gathered here, and intangible cultural heritage experience courses such as mother-of-pearl inlay, paper-cutting, and bamboo weaving have been opened.
On the big screen, the staff magnifies the details of hand operation; on the desks, more than 10 students are learning to make mother-of-pearl pendants, making a slight "rustling" sound from time to time. "Since the opening of the museum in October last year, thousands of people have come here to visit and experience," He Qiang (何强) introduced.
The construction of the museum has also given young people in Gucheng Village (古城村), Sandao Yan Town (三道堰镇) nearby new employment opportunities. Zuo Linyu (左林玉) is one of them.
In the early morning, the sun shines into the Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum (非遗博物馆), and Yan Hong (雁鸿) is teaching Zuo Linyu (左林玉) hand-in-hand to bend copper wires as thin as hair along the pattern. "My home is nearby. Coming here to work not only gives me an extra skill to support my family, but also finds a way to live. I can also teach children who come to study in the future!" Zuo Linyu (左林玉) is full of expectations for the future.
Under the leadership of Yan Hong (雁鸿), the museum has attracted more and more tourists to visit and study. There are also young people in the village like Zuo Linyu (左林玉) who come to learn bamboo weaving and study silver filigree. The village is gradually becoming lively due to the gathering of craftsmen. Using the intangible cultural heritage display platform, Yan Hong (雁鸿) also helps nearby villagers sell handmade bird cages.
"We are all locals, and we also want to contribute to rural development," Yan Hong (雁鸿) said. She had good job opportunities in other places before, but she refused them all. Old craftsmanship has created "new jobs." Next, Yan Hong (雁鸿) plans to cooperate with Chengdu Film and Television City (成都影视城) to develop some simple headwear suitable for villagers to make. "With more orders, more villagers can be driven to join, so that more people can rely on this silver filigree to inlay a more prosperous and better life."
By: 本报记者 窦瀚洋
During this year's National People's Congress (全国两会), Lei Haichao (雷海潮), Director of the National Health Commission (国家卫生健康委员会), mentioned weight management, and weight loss once again became a popular health topic of concern for many people. In recent years, drugs such as semaglutide have attracted much attention from people who want to lose weight. Are these drugs safe and effective? Who are they suitable for?
Zhou Jiaqiang (周嘉强), Director of the Department of Endocrinology at the Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital (浙江大学医学院附属邵逸夫医院) affiliated with Zhejiang University School of Medicine (浙江大学医学院), introduced that semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist that can promote insulin secretion and lower blood sugar. It can also act on the hypothalamic appetite regulation center, delay gastric emptying, and reduce hunger. From a pharmacological point of view, it does have a weight-loss effect. Currently, there are two types of semaglutide on the market: a blood sugar-lowering version and a weight-loss version. The blood sugar-lowering version is suitable for blood sugar control in adult patients with type 2 diabetes; the weight-loss version is suitable for long-term weight management in adult patients based on diet control and increased physical activity.
Zhou Jiaqiang (周嘉强) introduced that among the currently approved weight-loss drugs, semaglutide has a relatively significant effect. In clinical trials, participants who received weekly semaglutide injections gradually increasing to 2.4 mg for 68 weeks experienced an average weight loss of approximately 16%-18%. However, the weight loss effect varies from person to person and depends on the initial weight. The drug needs to be used consistently. Clinical trials have shown that weight will rebound significantly after stopping the drug. Most patients will regain half or more of the weight lost through medication within a few months to half a year after stopping the drug.
If healthy people use this drug solely for weight loss, it may lead to severe malnutrition, excessive muscle loss, fatigue, dizziness, hair loss, and even eating disorders. Many people who have used semaglutide report side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, which are mostly related to the gastrointestinal tract and vary from person to person. Serious side effects and risks include pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, and the risk of thyroid C-cell tumors. Therefore, close observation is necessary during use.
Semaglutide is a prescription drug and can only be obtained with a prescription issued by a licensed physician. In recent years, unscrupulous individuals have smelled business opportunities and illegally produced semaglutide-containing injections in unqualified factories. Zhou Jiaqiang (周嘉强) reminded that specialist doctors in regular medical institutions can only issue prescriptions after a comprehensive assessment of the patient (including medical history, body mass index, blood sugar, liver and kidney function, thyroid, complications, and comorbidities). People using the drug should purchase it from qualified pharmacies and receive medication guidance from pharmacists.
Faced with the various "weight-loss drugs" on the market, Zhou Jiaqiang (周嘉强) reminded people to be wary of exaggerated advertising. Claims such as "no dieting, no exercise" and "all-natural with no side effects" are basically unbelievable. When purchasing, be sure to check the approval number and recognize the prescription drug status. The safety of any "weight-loss injections" or "weight-loss drugs" that can be easily purchased without a prescription is not guaranteed. It is also important to be wary of prohibited ingredients such as "sibutramine" and "fenfluramine." "True health comes from respect for the body, trust in science, and consistent self-management under professional guidance," said Zhou Jiaqiang (周嘉强).
Return to Top(People's Daily, Beijing, April 6th) (Reporter Sun Xiuyan (孙秀艳)) The National Organization for Drug Centralized Procurement Office recently issued an announcement canceling the winning bid qualification of Methocarbamol Injection from Guangzhou Hehe Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (广州合和医药有限公司) and adding the company and its entrusted manufacturer, Chengdu Tiantaishan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (成都天台山制药股份有限公司), to the list of violations.
The announcement shows that Methocarbamol Injection, produced by Chengdu Tiantaishan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (成都天台山制药股份有限公司) under the entrustment of Guangzhou Hehe Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (广州合和医药有限公司), was a selected drug in the eleventh batch of national centralized drug procurement. According to the announcement of the drug production inspection results by the Sichuan Provincial Drug Administration (四川省药监局) on April 2, 2026, and the announcement of the special supervision and inspection of entrusted drug production by the Guangdong Provincial Drug Administration (广东省药监局), the Methocarbamol Injection produced by Chengdu Tiantaishan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (成都天台山制药股份有限公司) has serious defects, and the comprehensive evaluation conclusion is unqualified. The drug regulatory authorities have required relevant companies to take risk control measures such as suspending the production and sales of the involved risk products.
After collective review by relevant member units of the National Organization for Drug Centralized Procurement Office, Guangzhou Hehe Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (广州合和医药有限公司) violated the commitments made in the application materials, and the company and its entrusted manufacturer, Chengdu Tiantaishan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (成都天台山制药股份有限公司), violated relevant clauses of the "National Drug Centralized Procurement Document (GY—YD2025—1)". The Joint Procurement Office decided to cancel the winning bid qualification of Methocarbamol Injection from Guangzhou Hehe Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (广州合和医药有限公司), and at the same time, add Guangzhou Hehe Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (广州合和医药有限公司) and Chengdu Tiantaishan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (成都天台山制药股份有限公司) to the list of violations, suspending the two companies' qualification to participate in the national centralized drug procurement activities from April 2, 2026, to October 1, 2027.
According to relevant provisions of the procurement documents, the agreed procurement volume of Methocarbamol Injection from Guangzhou Hehe Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (广州合和医药有限公司) shall be independently selected by the involved medical institutions from other winning enterprises of the variety.
Return to TopOn April 6th, Dehua County Hospital (德化县医院) in Quanzhou (泉州), Fujian Province (福建省), saw medical experts from Quanzhou (泉州) origin in Shanghai (上海) utilize the Qingming (清明) holiday to conduct their thirteenth hometown free clinic activity.
The activity brought together 18 medical experts from multiple Grade-A tertiary hospitals in Shanghai (上海), covering 16 advantageous specialties such as pediatrics and cardiovascular medicine. At the consultation site, the experts popularized health knowledge for the public and formulated personalized diagnosis and treatment plans. Dehua County (德化县) will take this activity as an opportunity to deepen long-term cooperation with the Shanghai (上海) medical expert team and promote the improvement of quality and efficiency in the county's medical and health undertakings.
Photo by Xu Huasen (许华森) (Image China (影像中国))
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 6th (Reporter: Pan Junqiang (潘俊强)) that recently, the signing ceremony of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Social Insurance Management Service Collaboration Agreement was held in Beijing (北京). Relevant departments from Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北) jointly signed a new round of the "Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Social Insurance Management Service Collaboration Agreement (2026-2028)," reaching cooperation in 15 aspects, including promoting "cross-provincial processing" of social security management services, realizing one-stop online processing of Beijing (北京) social security services in Xiong'an (雄安), continuously promoting collaborative certification of social insurance benefit eligibility, improving the coordination mechanism for the transfer and continuation of social security relationships, and enhancing the effectiveness of retirement services, to provide the public with more convenient and faster social security services.
Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北) will continue to promote the standardization of insurance management services for pensions, work-related injuries, unemployment, and other insurances, and continue to expand "same standard for colleagues" handling service items. Promote more social security service items to be "processed across provinces" within the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region. At the same time, open off-site authentication channels for self-service terminals in bank outlets. Continue to expand the scope of direct settlement of work-related injury insurance for cross-provincial and off-site medical treatment, and dynamically update the directory of work-related injury agreement institutions.
Improve the coordination mechanism for the transfer and continuation of social insurance relationships in Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北), and collaboratively solve problems such as supplementary pension insurance payments in the transfer and continuation process. Implement the work plan for the systematic transfer of enterprise pension insurance relationships in Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北), and collaboratively do a good job in management services in accordance with regulations. When handling retirement, one-time death benefits, and personal account refunds, add the function of comparing and reminding data from the three places to protect the rights and interests of insured persons. Provide "pre-service" retirement services for people nearing retirement in the three places to help insured persons clarify retirement policies and rationally plan retirement matters. At the same time, proactively provide channels for querying payment records in the three places to assist insured persons in verifying relevant information in advance.
In addition, extend the handling of Beijing (北京) social security services to Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区), further promote the "Beijing-Xiong'an (京雄) integration" of social security management services, and ensure that relocated enterprises and personnel can conveniently handle Beijing (北京) social security services in Xiong'an (雄安).
Return to TopThis newspaper Beijing (北京), April 6th (Reporter Bai Jianfeng (白剑峰)) The National Health Commission (国家卫生健康委) and the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (国家中医药局) recently jointly issued the "Three-Year Action Plan for Improving Medical Quality in Primary Medical and Health Institutions (2026-2028)", deploying the implementation of a three-year action to improve primary medical quality. This move aims to further enhance the role of primary medical and health institutions in providing basic medical services, improve the standardization and homogenization of basic medical services, ensure the medical quality and medical safety of primary medical and health institutions, and help achieve hierarchical diagnosis and treatment with "primary care at the grassroots level."
As an important part of China's medical and health service system, primary medical and health institutions undertake functions such as the diagnosis and treatment of common and frequently-occurring diseases and the management of chronic diseases. Their medical quality is directly related to the life and health rights and vital interests of the general public and is a fundamental link in ensuring people's health. This action plans to use three years to promote it year by year in primary medical and health institutions across the country. By the end of 2026, it will first cover national central township health centers (including county sub-centers) and community health service centers with more than 30 beds actually open, improve the medical quality management system, and carry out medical quality management work on a regular basis. By the end of 2027, the scope will be expanded to other township health centers and community health service centers. By the end of 2028, the scope will be expanded to village clinics and community health service stations, and a primary medical quality management system will be basically established nationwide.
The relevant person in charge of the National Health Commission (国家卫生健康委) pointed out that the key implementation scope of this action is township health centers and community health service centers. In rural areas, taking close-knit county medical communities as a unit, the focus is on covering township health centers (community health service centers) and gradually extending to village clinics (community health service stations); in urban areas, the focus is on community health service centers, and the "city-led district, district-community integration" model is implemented. The "district-community integration" is included in the overall implementation scope and gradually extended to community health service stations.
This action focuses on the medical quality and medical safety management of primary medical and health institutions, and proposes 9 work tasks, including improving the medical quality management system, carrying out training for medical staff, improving the quality of outpatient medical care, improving the quality of emergency medical care, promoting standardized and rational drug use, ensuring the quality of laboratory tests and examinations, improving the quality of nursing services, strengthening hospital infection control, and improving the quality of inpatient and surgical care.
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李茂颖
During this Qingming holiday, the Elephant Premium Coffee Plantation (大象精品咖啡庄园), located in Nanbanghe Village (南邦河村), Liushun Town (六顺镇), Simao District (思茅区), Pu'er City (普洱市), Yunnan (云南), continued to gain popularity, with all the guesthouses in the park fully booked well in advance. In addition to overnight tourists, many citizens and tourists made a special trip to check in and play, just to taste the plantation's coffee.
Just recently, the plantation completed the coffee cherry picking work of this season. While the freshness of the newly picked fruits is still good, the workers in the workshop are working non-stop to roast coffee beans, so that guests can taste the rich and fragrant coffee made from the fresh coffee beans of the season as soon as possible.
Behind the huge output is the processing pressure of massive coffee grounds, as well as the huge potential for resource reuse.
In the afternoon sun, shining through the glass windows onto the tasting table, Chen Pingxian (陈平仙), the founder of Elephant Premium Coffee Plantation (大象精品咖啡庄园), is skillfully brewing hand-drip coffee.
The water slowly pours over the finely ground coffee powder, and the rich aroma spreads instantly. "Come and taste our fresh premium beans, grown and roasted by ourselves, the taste is particularly good!" Chen Pingxian (陈平仙) greeted the tourists who came to experience, while her hands kept moving.
After brewing, she collected the coffee grounds on the filter paper. In her eyes, these coffee grounds used to be waste, but now they are "treasures" and cannot be wasted.
Chen Pingxian's (陈平仙) plantation has its own planting area of 200 mu, and cooperates with surrounding coffee farmers, with a planting area of more than 4,000 mu. It sells about 20 tons of green beans every year, attracting coffee lovers from all over the country.
The aroma of coffee in the plantation is getting stronger and stronger, and the trouble of coffee grounds also follows.
"In the past, coffee grounds were discarded at will. When it was hot, they would smell bad if left for a long time, and they would also take up space. The surrounding farmers also had opinions." She said that at that time, a lot of coffee grounds would be produced every day, and discarding them in the fields would not only pollute the environment, but also waste resources.
Such troubles are not unique to Chen Pingxian (陈平仙). In Yunnan (云南), where coffee production is huge, this is a common problem faced by many coffee practitioners.
In 2025, the output of green coffee beans in Yunnan Province (云南省) was 138,900 tons. According to relevant data, each ton of coffee beans can produce 650 kilograms of coffee grounds, which means that each cup of 300 ml of coffee will produce about 13 grams of coffee grounds. And every 15 grams of coffee beans will produce about 0.4 kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent when made into coffee, which is equivalent to a regular fuel vehicle traveling 2 kilometers. Behind the huge output is the processing pressure of massive coffee grounds, and also hides huge potential for resource reuse.
Coffee grounds cultural and creative products containing fireworks and environmental protection concepts are very popular once launched.
How to use this resource? Chen Pingxian (陈平仙) began to explore ways to deal with coffee grounds. She repeatedly pondered the characteristics of coffee grounds, and gradually had an idea in her mind: "Coffee grounds have a faint natural aroma and a delicate texture. Maybe they can be made into cultural and creative products, which are both environmentally friendly and commemorative!" Collecting coffee grounds, drying them, and starting with simple incense tablets, she began to try to make coffee cultural and creative products.
Incense tablets, bracelets, small ornaments, a series of coffee grounds cultural and creative products were launched one after another. What Chen Pingxian (陈平仙) did not expect was that these cultural and creative products containing fireworks and environmental protection concepts were very popular among tourists once they were launched. Many tourists come to the plantation, and after drinking coffee, they will take the initiative to experience the fun of making coffee grounds cultural and creative products by themselves.
In addition to coffee grounds, coffee husks are also fully utilized. Chen Pingxian (陈平仙) took her employees to wash and dry the husks and make them into husk tea, which is sold at the same price as coffee beans. It is sweet, refreshing and has a coffee aroma, which is very popular among tourists. "After the husks are fermented, they can adjust the pH of the soil and provide nutrients for the coffee trees, which is a win-win situation." She said.
But Chen Pingxian (陈平仙) is not satisfied with the status quo. Just when she hoped to make further breakthroughs but lacked technical support, the "Feitong Xiaoke (啡同小科)" team of Tianjin University of Commerce (天津商业大学) took the initiative to contact her.
"We found in our research that many coffee plantations in Yunnan (云南) are facing the problems of difficult disposal and low added value of coffee grounds." Li Jiarong (李嘉榕), the head of the "Feitong Xiaoke (啡同小科)" team, introduced that the traditional method of landfilling coffee grounds will produce methane, and incineration will release carbon dioxide and particulate matter, while recycling can build a closed-loop ecology and reduce pollution and waste of resources.
The team used "enzyme hydrolysis-microwave coupling technology" to increase the retention rate of chlorogenic acid in coffee grounds from 30% to 75%, realizing high-value-added utilization. Li Jiarong (李嘉榕) said, "We can use coffee grounds to make coffee cups, furniture, and extract coffee essential oil. We want to use professional technology to empower rural industries."
Li Jiarong (李嘉榕) introduced that the use of aerobic composting technology can greatly reduce carbon emissions. If combined with biofuel for synergistic composting, each ton of coffee grounds can achieve a reduction of about 100 kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent. "We also want to promote the pilot project of coffee grounds organic fertilizer, which will feed back to the coffee garden, reduce the use of chemical fertilizers, make coffee more original, and at the same time connect with the carbon inclusive system to make the carbon reduction benefits more quantifiable."
Let coffee grounds achieve in-depth resource utilization and broaden the income channels of local people.
"At present, the team has designed a closed-loop process of 'urban and rural dual-network recycling, centralized processing and reprocessing, and diversified sales' in Yunnan (云南), and plans to set up ecological recycling stations in Pu'er (普洱) to connect with local foundries to achieve large-scale processing." Li Jiarong (李嘉榕) said that they also signed a "three-day recycling agreement" with coffee shops, and innovated the "carbon credit cycle mechanism". Urban users can donate coffee grounds to redeem product coupons, and adopting coffee trees can get coffee beans and carbon credits, achieving a win-win situation.
Chen Pingxian (陈平仙) is full of expectations for cooperation: "We hope to set up a small processing plant in the plantation, learn technology from universities, and train local talents." She also plans to jointly develop more coffee-themed cultural and creative products, so that the products can carry more coffee culture.
In addition to the exploration of Elephant Premium Coffee Plantation (大象精品咖啡庄园) and the Tianjin University (天津高校) team, Ximeng Va Autonomous County (西盟佤族自治县) in Pu'er City (普洱市) has also embarked on a unique regeneration path for coffee grounds treatment, using coffee grounds to make yarn and brocade.
Relying on the rich coffee resources of Yunnan (云南), the local government took the initiative to connect with relevant enterprises, overcome technical difficulties, and process the originally discarded coffee grounds into fine and soft yarn, which was innovatively applied to the production of Va brocade. This attempt not only added a new environmental protection selling point to the millennia-old Va brocade, but also realized the in-depth resource utilization of coffee grounds, further broadening the income channels of local people.
In Chen Pingxian's (陈平仙) plantation, the DIY experience area is still lively. Tourists follow Chen Pingxian (陈平仙) to grind coffee grounds and make incense tablets. The aroma of coffee is intertwined with laughter. From "waste burden" to "income-generating treasure", coffee grounds have achieved a "reversal". In the future, we believe that coffee grounds recycled products will enter the lives of more people, so that the aroma of each cup of coffee can continue for a longer journey.
Return to TopBy: 赵世伟
Yellow flowers bloom earlier in spring, a series of survival strategies formed by plants through hundreds of millions of years of natural evolution.
With the spring scenery at its best, people are enthusiastic about appreciating flowers. Some have noticed that the flowers that bloom earliest in spring are mostly yellow. Behind this seemingly coincidental phenomenon lies a series of survival strategies formed by plants through hundreds of millions of years of natural evolution.
Yellow flowers are better at attracting insects to pollinate them. If plants want to flower and bear fruit, they need the help of pollination vectors—insects. In early spring, the temperature is low and changes drastically. Traditional pollinating insects such as bees and hoverflies have not yet emerged in large numbers, and only very conspicuous flowers are easily discovered by them. After insects suck the nectar from the flowers, they complete pollination.
The relationship between plants and insects is actually mutually beneficial. For early spring plants, opening yellow flowers makes them easier to find. On the one hand, it can attract insects to help them pollinate. On the other hand, insects also need to feed on plants to obtain nectar that provides energy for survival. If insects cannot find flowers from which to suck nectar, they cannot survive. Therefore, the relationship between plants and insects is actually one of mutual adaptation and mutual selection. This is also a survival strategy of yellow flowers—helping early spring insects find food when few flowers are blooming, helping themselves while helping others.
Yellow is a color favored by pollinators such as insects. Tourists wearing yellow clothes are also particularly likely to attract small flying insects. Therefore, if you don't want to be "picked" by insects as flowers when traveling in early spring, try not to wear yellow clothes.
The color of plant flowers is mainly determined by the pigments in the petals, which mainly include carotenoids, anthocyanins, chlorophyll, etc. Carotenoids make flowers appear yellow or orange. Its synthesis pathway is relatively simple and can be synthesized using previously accumulated nutrients. At the same time, carotenoids are relatively stable in adverse environments such as low temperatures and are not easily affected by environmental changes, while other pigments are easily affected by factors such as temperature. Yellow flowers are a relatively stable color in early spring. Early spring plants have just ended their dormancy, and new leaves have not yet sprouted, so they cannot carry out photosynthesis to accumulate energy, and their energy and nutrient reserves are very limited. Opening yellow flowers in early spring can exchange a larger return with a lower investment, so it is a relatively energy-saving survival mechanism. In the energy-scarce early spring, consuming less energy and blooming earlier can better survive. This is a pragmatic survival strategy for plants.
(The author is a senior engineer at the Beijing Institute of Landscape Architecture Science (北京市园林绿化科学研究院). This article was compiled and edited from an interview with Shi Fang (施芳), a reporter from this newspaper.)
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Return to TopAccording to the Hainan Provincial Department of Ecology and Environment, Hainan continues to promote the construction of "Zero Waste Island." As of now, it has cumulatively built 865 "Zero Waste Cells," covering key tourism industry scenarios such as hotels and scenic spots.
"Zero Waste Island" refers to carrying out the construction of "Zero Waste City" throughout Hainan Province, continuously promoting the reduction of solid waste at the source and its resource utilization, minimizing the amount of landfill, and reducing the environmental impact of solid waste to a minimum. "Zero Waste Cell" is the smallest basic unit for the construction of "Zero Waste City." It is to compare the city to a living body and regard communities, schools, factories, shopping malls, scenic spots, etc. as "cells."
Taking Sanya (三亚), Hainan, as an example, focusing on the entire chain of "eating, living, traveling, shopping, and entertainment," the local area has established 11 "Zero Waste" standards for the tourism industry and has cultivated 13 "Zero Waste Scenic Spots." Scenic spots such as West Island (西岛) and Wuzhizhou Island (蜈支洲岛) have integrated the construction of "Zero Waste City" with tourism experience through the transformation of old fishing boats and diving to salvage seabed garbage, realizing the sustainable development of tourism.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 6th (Reporter Pan Junqiang (潘俊强)) To further enrich the forms of fulfilling voluntary tree planting obligations and solve the problem of "difficulty in planting trees," the Capital Greening Committee Office officially launched the 2026 Tree Adoption Special Action in Beijing (北京) on April 4th, providing citizens with more diverse and convenient options for fulfilling their tree planting obligations and jointly building a garden city.
According to the "Capital National Voluntary Tree Planting Obligation Fulfillment Forms (2025 Edition)," the forms of fulfilling the national voluntary tree planting obligation in the capital have been expanded to 8 categories and 47 types. "Adopting and Caring for Trees" is an important category, and citizens can fulfill their voluntary tree planting obligations by adopting or caring for a certain number of trees, shrubs, ground cover plants, flowers and lawns, rooftop greenery and wall greenery, flower boxes, and ancient and famous trees.
This city-wide tree adoption activity is the first organized in Beijing (北京) in recent years. A total of 450 ancient and famous trees and 1,550 high-quality landscape trees have been selected and launched in 16 districts and 10 municipal parks for citizens to voluntarily adopt. Citizens can enter the "Adopt and Build" module through the "Capital Voluntary Tree Planting" WeChat mini-program, select their favorite trees online, pay fees, and sign agreements to realize the entire process online. All adoption funds are used for the daily maintenance of trees and are subject to the supervision of adopters. The adoption period is one full year, and adopters have the right of first refusal to renew after the expiration. Adoption information will be made into exclusive signs and hung on the branches of trees, becoming a unique green landscape in the garden city. An adoption amount of 60 yuan or more can be used to apply for the "Capital National Voluntary Tree Planting Obligation Fulfillment Certificate" or the "National Land Greening Honorary Certificate," adding a touch of green to the individual's annual resume.
In response to the realistic contradiction between citizens' strong willingness to plant trees and the lack of tree planting plots, the Capital Greening Committee Office continues to enrich the forms of fulfilling voluntary tree planting obligations. In addition to adopting and caring for trees, citizens can also independently carry out "Greening Actions Around You," including balcony, courtyard, and rooftop greening, participating in community, village, and unit greening and beautification, or participating in forest and green space cleaning, park order maintenance, and wild animal protection and rescue, to fulfill their tree planting obligations nearby. This year marks the 45th anniversary of the National Voluntary Tree Planting Campaign. Since 1981, more than 120 million people in Beijing (北京) have participated in voluntary tree planting, planting a total of more than 230 million seedlings.
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In the final of the 2026 Snooker Tour Championship, which concluded in the early hours of April 6th, Beijing time, Zhao Xintong (赵心童) defeated world number one Trump 10-3 to win his fourth title of the season, becoming the first player in history to win three Player Series titles in a single season. The 2026 Snooker World Championship main event will kick off this month. How is Zhao Xintong (赵心童), who lifted Asia's first World Championship trophy a year ago, preparing? How has he been adjusting his mindset and playing style recently? This reporter interviewed Zhao Xintong (赵心童) to hear him tell his story with snooker.
--Editor
Famous Player Biography
Zhao Xintong (赵心童) was born in Shenzhen (深圳), Guangdong (广东) in 1997 and began playing snooker at the age of 8. He entered the professional arena in 2016, won the UK Championship in 2021, becoming the first post-90s player to win a Triple Crown snooker title, and won the World Championship in 2025, becoming the first Asian snooker world champion.
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"The base of the talent pyramid is becoming more solid, and naturally more good seedlings will emerge."
Q: This season, Chinese snooker players have collectively performed brilliantly, with an explosion of talent. What do you think is the reason behind this?
A: This is a process of quantitative change leading to qualitative change. Twenty years ago, there were only a few sporadic Chinese players in the professional arena. Now there are nearly 30. This is the result of everyone's joint efforts. More and more children are playing, and the base of the talent pyramid is becoming more solid, and naturally more good seedlings will emerge. As everyone continues to accumulate experience in the professional arena and maintain high-level competitive training with each other, good results will come naturally. Of course, our achievements will also encourage more people to participate in snooker, forming a virtuous circle. I believe that young Chinese players will achieve even better results on the world stage in the future.
Q: After you won the World Championship last year, Ding Junhui (丁俊晖) said, "The threshold I shattered back then has now become a runway for everyone." What do you think of this?
A: In 2005, I watched Ding Junhui (丁俊晖) win the China Open in front of the TV, and I officially started learning to play. He let more Chinese people know about snooker and brought more snooker matches to China, giving us more opportunities to shine. I think without Hui-ge (晖哥), there would be no generation of Chinese snooker players like us. After winning the World Championship last year, I truly felt the pressure that Hui-ge (晖哥) has been under for so many years, especially when competing in domestic matches. It is especially difficult to win a championship under such heavy pressure.
Q: Now you are seen as the new benchmark for Chinese snooker. Do you feel a sense of crisis in the face of the pursuit of young players?
A: I don't think so. The biggest opponent in snooker is yourself, and the most important thing is to play to your own level. Now young Chinese players are very competitive, and they will win many championships in the future. We all hope to show the style of Chinese players on the world stage through our own efforts.
Q: After last year's World Championship, the popularity of snooker in China has increased again. Have you felt any changes around you?
A: The biggest change is that when I compete in domestic matches, many parents bring their children to take photos with me, saying that these children like snooker because of me, which makes me very proud. Being able to get more young people to like and participate in this sport is the happiest thing for me.
About Himself--
"Snooker is like life, full of choices. Where you ultimately go depends on what you choose."
Q: Chinese fans have given you many nicknames, such as "Young Master Zhao (赵公子)" and "China Rocket (中国火箭)". What do you think of these nicknames? Who is your idol?
A: The nickname "China Rocket (中国火箭)" may be because my playing style is like O'Sullivan's, but I want to have an exclusive nickname. "Young Master Zhao (赵公子)" suits me better. I like it. People may think it matches my playing style and way of dealing with people.
My idol is of course O'Sullivan. What moves me the most is his personal guidance. Once, he drove more than 3 hours from London (伦敦), England (英国) to Sheffield (谢菲尔德) specifically to practice with me. After practicing, he even helped me pick up the balls and kept giving me pointers. Another time, he was a commentary guest at a match. After the match, when he invited me for afternoon tea, he specifically helped me analyze the areas where I didn't perform well during the match, just like a teacher giving a lesson to a student. His guidance opened up new ideas for me, allowing me to be more rational and calm in my shot selection.
Q: How did you first come into contact with snooker? What is the charm of this sport?
A: I liked all kinds of ball sports since I was a child. I had a billiard toy when I was three or four years old. I officially came into contact with it at the age of 8, when my father took me to a friend's club to play. I tried two shots, and I potted the first one. This sport immediately attracted me.
Snooker is a sport of creating obstacles and solving obstacles. You have to use the most reasonable choice to hit the ball in order to minimize the error rate. This thinking process is full of charm. The ball shape is different in every frame, requiring constant thinking. Every shot is a choice in life. Snooker is like life, full of choices. Where you ultimately go depends on what you choose.
Q: You usually travel around for training and matches. What do you do when you miss home? When you're not playing, do you have any hobbies to relax?
A: When I miss home, I send my mom a WeChat message, make a phone call, or have a good Chinese meal. I usually like to travel, so I go around and see things during the off-season. When I'm competing, I'll stroll around the local area, which can also relieve the pressure of the match. I also have a puppy, and having it around helps me relax a lot.
Q: Fans think you are particularly "accurate" when you play. Have you ever bought insurance for your "golden left hand"? Is this "accuracy" a natural feel or is it developed through training?
A: I haven't bought insurance. I protect my left hand very well. The accuracy of my shots should be natural. Many people also think that I play very fast. This is not intentional. I can't slow down even if I want to. If I slow down, I won't play well. This is my own rhythm. My reaction speed and sensitivity to the ball may be my talent.
Q: Many people used to think that you "only attack and don't defend" on the court. Now the improvement in your defensive end is visible to the naked eye. Is this a proactive change or is it forced by the competition?
A: This is also a point of improvement for me recently. To become a top player, you must have a balance between offense and defense. My previous playing style may have been stronger in offense, but not reasonable enough. The error rate and mistake rate would be higher than others. In the past six months, I have been trying to change this. I not only want to show my offensive style, but also maintain a stronger rationality so that I can win more matches and grow into a true top player.
About Twists and Turns and Perseverance--
"I want to win, but I'm not afraid to lose."
Q: You have experienced several twists and turns after entering the professional arena. You have been relegated and, in particular, experienced a 20-month ban, which is almost a break in your career for a professional player. How do you view the ban? What thoughts did it bring to your career and life?
A: During that time, I was constantly reflecting on myself. At that time, I spoke out on social media because I felt that if you do something wrong, you should be brave enough to take responsibility and correct it. That was the attitude I wanted to express from the bottom of my heart. To be honest, that was probably the darkest period of my life so far. Fortunately, I am naturally optimistic. I know how much I love this sport and I am convinced that I will come back, so I used that time to change and improve.
At that time, I still maintained high-intensity training and did not relax my technique at all. At the same time, I re-examined myself: how to plan my career? What should I do and what shouldn't I do? Looking back now, this period of precipitation has helped me find a better way in my psychology and life. Snooker requires not only technique, but also a mature and correct mindset. That period happened to help me make up for this lesson.
Q: Last year, you broke through all the way in the World Championship. Was there any match or moment when you felt that "I might not be able to hold on this time" or "I'm in good shape and have a chance to compete for the championship"? How did you stabilize yourself and focus on playing every shot well at these moments?
A: Before playing in the World Championship, I never thought I would have a chance to win the championship. As I moved forward step by step, I didn't have the feeling that "I'm getting closer and closer to the championship." At the end of the third stage of the final, with only one frame away from the championship, I had a real feeling, but there were relatively large fluctuations in my mind, and I lost 4 frames in a row to my opponent. I sat off stage and kept talking to myself: "Be patient, believe in yourself, and when your opponent makes a mistake, you can seize the opportunity to win the match." In the end, I did it. The moment I won the match, my mind went blank. It wasn't until I actually lifted the trophy that I realized that I had won this championship. It was all so incredible. Even now, when I recall this journey, I still feel like I'm dreaming.
Q: There is a saying in snooker called the "Crucible Curse (克鲁斯堡魔咒)". In the history of this sport, no one has been able to immediately defend their title after winning the World Championship for the first time. The World Championship main event is about to kick off. How do you view this "curse"?
A: I haven't thought about defending my title. I just want to treat it as an ordinary match. Snooker matches are played one match at a time. Just like last year, I had this mentality: I want to win, but I'm not afraid to lose. Once you can accept the result of losing, you will have a more relaxed attitude in the match. I am full of confidence in this year's World Championship, but I will not put extra pressure on myself.
Q: Can you say something from the bottom of your heart to the young players who are pursuing their snooker dreams? What about the average person?
A: Perseverance is the most important thing. If you persevere in something you truly love, there will always be surprises.
(Our reporters Zheng Qi (郑琪), Wang Zi (王梓), and Zou Yun (邹蕴) participated in the writing)
This issue is coordinated by: Gao Ji (高佶)
Layout design: Wang Zheping (汪哲平)
The Snooker Tour Championship, in which Zhao Xintong (赵心童) won this time, is known as the "Players Series" along with the World Grand Prix and the Players Championship. It is a high-level ranking tournament at the end of the season, limited to players ranked at the top of the single season. As the competition time is close to the Snooker World Championship, the competition is also regarded as an important warm-up for the World Championship.
The Snooker World Championship, which Zhao Xintong (赵心童) won last year, is the first of the three major Snooker tournaments (World Championship, UK Championship, Masters). It started in 1927 and is the oldest of the three major tournaments. In addition to professional players, some amateur players can obtain qualifying tickets through wild cards. The 35-game 18-win system used in the final ensures the intensity and appreciation of the game, and the gold content of the event is the highest.
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Winning the match, Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) felt relieved and ran off the court to embrace and high-five everyone on the Chinese Table Tennis Team (中国乒乓球队), celebrating this hard-won victory together.
On April 5th, at the Galaxy Arena in Macao (澳门银河综艺馆), the week-long 2026 ITTF Men's and Women's World Cup concluded. Chinese player Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) defeated Japanese player Sora Matsushima (松岛辉空) in a grueling 7-game match, winning the men's singles championship trophy for the first time. Sun Yingsha (孙颖莎) defeated teammate Wang Manyu (王曼昱), winning the women's singles championship for the third consecutive time after 2024 and 2025.
In this World Cup, the Chinese Table Tennis Team (中国乒乓球队) sent five players, including Wang Chuqin (王楚钦), Liang Jingkun (梁靖崑), and Wen Ruibo (温瑞博), to compete in the men's singles. Ultimately, only Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) made it to the quarterfinals. His journey to the top was not smooth sailing: in both the round of 16 and the quarterfinals, Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) faced situations where he was significantly behind in the score. At crucial moments, he withstood the pressure and tenaciously defeated his opponents to achieve a comeback. "In the past, I might not have been able to hold on in such situations, but now, even if it's very difficult, I will chase after every point," Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) admitted, adding that during the matches, he constantly sent himself positive signals and ultimately persevered.
In the men's singles semi-final, Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) faced Brazilian star Hugo Calderano and won 4-1, advancing smoothly to the final. In the final, Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) competed against young Japanese player Sora Matsushima (松岛辉空). Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) maintained his composure, patiently responded, and ultimately won the victory, earning his second individual championship trophy in the world's three major tournaments. "Thank you to myself for never giving up and to the fans who support me, and even more so to the Chinese Table Tennis Team (中国乒乓球队) for their training," Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) said after the match, adding that through the experience of major tournaments and the tempering of failures, he can face various situations on the field more calmly.
In the women's singles competition, all six Chinese players advanced from their groups, occupying four of the eight quarterfinal spots, and achieved a clean sweep in their matches against the Japanese women's table tennis team. Sun Yingsha (孙颖莎) and Wang Manyu (王曼昱) each withstood the tests and successfully met in the final.
In the first half of the final, Sun Yingsha (孙颖莎) better grasped the key points, winning the first three games to establish a solid advantage. In the fourth game, Wang Manyu (王曼昱) pulled one back. In the fifth game, Sun Yingsha (孙颖莎) played more resolutely, securing the victory with an overall score of 4-1, becoming the first player in World Cup history to win the women's singles championship three times in a row.
It is worth mentioning that in this competition, the competitive landscape of world table tennis was more intense, and the Chinese team's group advantage faced considerable challenges. Qiu Dang (邱党), Ovtcharov (奥恰洛夫), and Franziska (弗朗西斯卡) from the German team defeated three Chinese players on the same day. Sora Matsushima's (松岛辉空) men's singles silver medal and Shin Yubin's (申裕斌) women's singles bronze medal for the South Korean team both equaled and created their respective teams' best results in the singles World Cup...
At the end of this month, the 2026 World Team Table Tennis Championships will be held in London (伦敦), England (英国), and the Chinese team will once again face a "tough battle." However, as Wang Chuqin (王楚钦) said, the entire team, united as one, can strive to overcome difficulties and jointly overcome challenges.
Return to TopThe newspaper Hangzhou April 6th (Reporter Dou Hao (窦皓)) On the 6th, the 2026 Wuyue Cup Zhejiang Province City Football League kicked off in Jiaxing (嘉兴), Zhejiang. At the opening ceremony, the robot "Chong Chong" and Zhejiang (浙江)-born football player Wang Yudong (王钰栋) kicked off the game. The opening match was between the Jiaxing (嘉兴) team and the Quzhou (衢州) team, with the Jiaxing (嘉兴) team ultimately defeating the Quzhou (衢州) team 1-0.
The Wuyue Cup is a key mass sports event jointly organized by the Zhejiang Provincial Sports Bureau (浙江省体育局), relevant provincial departments, and 11 prefecture-level cities, divided into two stages: a points race and a knockout stage. During the points race, 11 teams will compete in a single round-robin tournament with home and away games, with the top 8 teams advancing to the knockout stage. The knockout stage will use a single-game elimination system until a champion is determined.
In addition, the event will strive to achieve the goals of "getting the masses moving, revitalizing cities, boosting consumption, revitalizing industries, and igniting football enthusiasm," and promote the formation of a strong atmosphere of "everyone loves sports, everyone can play sports, sports are available everywhere, and health depends on sports."
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On the playground of Chanxi Primary School (缠溪小学) in Yinjiang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County (印江土家族苗族自治县), Tongren City (铜仁市), Guizhou Province (贵州省), the children are warming up before training, their faces flushed... Every weekend and holiday, Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋), the 60-year-old school coach, takes the children to practice wrestling, sometimes correcting their postures, sometimes bending down to demonstrate how to exert force.
Chen Yuanyang's (陈远洋) connection with wrestling began in the 1990s. "At that time, I felt that wrestling could not only strengthen the body, but also provide more opportunities for the children in the mountains." In 1995, the first group of students who followed Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) for training entered professional sports schools, becoming local children who relied on wrestling to forge a future, which further strengthened Chen Yuanyang's (陈远洋) ideas.
The initial training mostly took place on the ridges of fields and in haystacks. Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) often took the children running all over the mountains to train their endurance and explosive power. "The children in the mountains are very sturdy, they just pat the dirt off and continue practicing after falling," Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) said, "I often went home covered in mud."
In those years, the tuition and living expenses of sports schools were a considerable burden for rural families. Many parents preferred to have their children farm or work rather than send them on a professional path. Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) visited their homes time and time again to communicate, and the parents' attitudes slowly changed as their children grew up. Watching students like Yu Zhou (余舟) walk out of the mountains, enter sports schools, and become coaches, the parents finally understood that wrestling was not "**不务正业**" (bù wù zhèng yè - "not attending to proper business," neglecting one's main task) but a new way out for the children in the mountains.
Every time he sent students to sports schools for intensive training, Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) went with them, standing by the training ground to watch the movements, memorize the techniques, and exchange ideas with professional coaches. In order to make the training more in line with the competition rules, he took the initiative to apply for a national first-level referee certificate. "The referee's perspective can clearly see every small movement, and teaching can be more standardized." With a referee certificate in hand, he can accurately point out the children's foul points and scoring points, making the training more targeted.
In the early years, there was no dedicated venue. Chanxi Primary School (缠溪小学) tried to find a training ground and then slowly added wrestling mats and other equipment. Now the children's training conditions are improving day by day. The school has established a wrestling club, with members ranging from first to sixth grade. Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) selects more than 30 children with good coordination and excellent physique from more than 60 members for key training.
For more than 30 years, Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) has cultivated many talents for the local wrestling cause. Yu Zhou (余舟) has grown into the head coach of the wrestling team of the Guizhou Provincial Sports Work Brigade (贵州省体育工作大队), and more than half of the official team members of the provincial team come from Chanxi Primary School (缠溪小学); Hu Jiajia (胡佳佳), a 2010 graduate, entered the provincial sports school with her wrestling expertise and was admitted to Chengdu Sport University (成都体育学院); and many students have become coaches after graduation, becoming colleagues fighting alongside Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋).
Last year, Yang Chao (杨超), a former student, came to Chanxi Primary School (缠溪小学) to become a reserve wrestling coach, and Chen Yuanyang's (陈远洋) career has successors. Yang Chao (杨超) followed Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) to learn wrestling in the first grade. After going to Guangdong (广东) with his parents, he continued to train and later graduated from Jilin Sport University (吉林体育学院). At the end of last year's winter training, Yang Chao (杨超) took on the main training tasks, and Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) guided him from the side, imparting decades of experience.
This May, Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) is about to retire. "Thinking about leaving these children soon, I can't help but feel a little lost," Chen Yuanyang (陈远洋) said, as long as his health permits, he wants to visit more schools and do more for the wrestling cause in Yinjiang County (印江县), "I want to live up to every drop of sweat of the children."
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The first batch of training roster for the 2026 China Women's Volleyball Team was officially announced recently. Zhao Yong (赵勇), head coach of the China Women's Volleyball Team, said, "The team's goal is to strive to obtain the Los Angeles Olympics (洛杉矶奥运会) tickets as soon as possible."
A total of 17 athletes were selected for the first batch of training roster, namely: Dong Yuhan (董禹含), Jin Jiabao (金佳宝), Chen Houyu (陈厚羽), Wang Aoqian (王奥芊), Yang Shuming (杨舒茗), Zhu Xingchen (朱星辰), Ni Feifan (倪非凡), Wu Mengjie (吴梦洁), Tang Xin (唐欣), Zhang Zixuan (张籽萱), Guo Zhongnan (郭中楠), Ji Yuxiao (季雨潇), Zhuang Yushan (庄宇珊), Wang Mengjie (王梦洁), Li Chenxuan (李晨瑄), Xie Shengyu (解盛钰), and Diao Linyu (刁琳宇).
Zhao Yong (赵勇) said that the team's formation takes into account the needs of this year's competition tasks and long-term development. The first batch of training roster adopts a combination of old, middle-aged, and young players. "The veteran players are experienced and have a stable mentality, which can play a good role in passing on experience and leading the way. The addition of young players makes the team more dynamic, and the coaching staff will explore their potential."
Li Yingying (李盈莹), the highly anticipated main attacker, is not on the roster this time. Zhao Yong (赵勇) introduced that Li Yingying (李盈莹) is currently undergoing rehabilitation training in Tianjin (天津) according to plan, and the coaching staff will comprehensively assess and adjust her situation at any time based on her actual recovery. Diao Linyu (刁琳宇), the main setter of the Paris Olympics (巴黎奥运) cycle, has rejoined the team. Zhao Yong (赵勇) said that her return will enrich the team's tactical play, and her competition experience and stable performance on the field can also help young players grow as soon as possible.
Young players such as Jin Jiabao (金佳宝), Zhu Xingchen (朱星辰), Guo Zhongnan (郭中楠), Ji Yuxiao (季雨潇), and Li Chenxuan (李晨瑄) have been selected for the national team training roster for the first time. Zhao Yong (赵勇) said that the coaching staff values their good physical condition, positive and upward competition style, and certain development potential. "We hope that the training on the national team platform can accelerate their improvement."
The most important competition for the China Women's Volleyball Team this year is the 2026 Asian Women's Volleyball Championship (亚洲女排锦标赛) to be held in Tianjin (天津) in August. The champion of this event will directly qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics (洛杉矶奥运会). "Targeting the main Asian opponents such as the Japan team (日本队), the Thailand team (泰国队), the South Korea team (韩国队), and the Vietnam team (越南队), we will continue to analyze their tactical play and personnel changes, so as to **知己知彼** (zhī jǐ zhī bǐ - "know yourself, know your enemy," understand both sides to be successful) and have a clear understanding." Zhao Yong (赵勇) said.
Since its reorganization last year, the China Women's Volleyball Team's performance in the World Women's Volleyball League (世界女排联赛) has been remarkable, but it failed to reach the top eight in the World Championships (世锦赛). Zhao Yong (赵勇) said that the new China Women's Volleyball Team must first base itself on its own strengths, improve its ability to score points actively, and strengthen its weaknesses as soon as possible through systematic training, and enhance its competitiveness in the links of spiking, blocking, and serving.
In Zhao Yong's (赵勇) view, the ultimate purpose of the training is to integrate the lineup and allow the players to prepare for the upcoming events in the best condition. "We will go all out to win the Asian Championships (亚锦赛) title."
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It's time for the "Teahouse" to open again. From March 17th to 27th, the classic drama "Teahouse" (茶馆) of the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) was staged again. Tickets were hard to come by, selling out instantly upon release. The popularity of "Teahouse" (茶馆) has become a cultural phenomenon on the stage this spring.
This timeless work, written by Lao She (老舍) and co-directed by Jiao Juyin (焦菊隐) and Xia Chun (夏淳), uses the rise and fall of the Yutai Teahouse (裕泰茶馆) in old Beijing (老北京) as a mirror, reflecting the vicissitudes of Chinese society over nearly half a century from the late Qing Dynasty to the victory of the War of Resistance Against Japan.
The profound and weighty implications of the classic drama, coupled with the consummate performances of powerful actors such as Liang Guanhua (梁冠华), Pu Cunxin (濮存昕), Yang Lixin (杨立新), He Bing (何冰), Wu Gang (吴刚), Gong Lijun (龚丽君), and Feng Yuanzheng (冯远征), left the audience feeling thoroughly satisfied.
As the curtain falls, "Teahouse" (茶馆), which has been performed for nearly 70 years, remains packed with guests. The Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) hopes to write a new footnote to the classic in its own way.
The "Teahouse" (茶馆) remains "young" because of the eternal charm of the classics.
"In the past two or three years, we have always been asked the same question: what changes have been made to this version of 'Teahouse' (茶馆)?" said Feng Yuanzheng (冯远征), President of the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺).
Unlike many theater groups that constantly adjust their lineups and reconstruct versions, the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) has an almost stubborn adherence to the classics: not easily changing actors or styles.
"Once the premiere version is established, except for very minor adjustments, it will hardly be changed significantly. The main actors remain basically the same, and the stage scheduling and performance paradigms strictly follow the artistic traditions left by Mr. Jiao Juyin (焦菊隐)," said Feng Yuanzheng (冯远征).
As the artistic director of the revival, Yang Lixin (杨立新) frankly said that the most important thing in reviving this play is to not distort it. "I hope the audience will see the authentic old Beijing (老北京) on the stage," said Yang Lixin (杨立新).
On March 29, 1958, "Teahouse" (茶馆) officially premiered at the Capital Theatre (首都剧场), causing a sensation in Beijing (京城) overnight. The premiere cast included Yu Shizhi (于是之) as Wang Lifa (王利发), Zheng Rong (郑榕) as Chang Siye (常四爷), Lan Tianye (蓝天野) as Qin Zhongyi (秦仲义), as well as Ying Ruocheng (英若诚), Huang Zongluo (黄宗洛), Tong Chao (童超) and other famous artists of that generation.
"In 1992, the old artists retired and bowed to the audience at the Capital Theatre (首都剧场) to bid farewell to 'Teahouse' (茶馆). It took seven years before 'Teahouse' (茶馆) was restaged," Feng Yuanzheng (冯远征) recalled.
The current version of "Teahouse" (茶馆) brings together actors such as Liang Guanhua (梁冠华), Pu Cunxin (濮存昕), Yang Lixin (杨立新), He Bing (何冰), Wu Gang (吴刚), Gong Lijun (龚丽君), and Feng Yuanzheng (冯远征). The revival version continues Mr. Jiao Juyin's (焦菊隐) aesthetic spirit, striving for excellence in performance rhythm and stage scheduling, and striving to ensure that every detail can stand scrutiny.
This perseverance has created the irreplaceable artistic texture of "Teahouse" (茶馆), allowing the "tea fragrance" to travel through time and become rich and mellow.
As the second-generation actor of Wang Lifa (王利发), Liang Guanhua (梁冠华) has not missed a single performance since 1999. His actor's notes are densely filled with the details of his 27 years of performing "Teahouse" (茶馆).
"The old gentlemen performed 374 shows. After this round of performances, we will have performed 390 shows, which is more than they did," said Liang Guanhua (梁冠华). "Mr. Lao She's (老舍) profound insight and summary of life enable 'Teahouse' (茶馆) to transcend the times and become a classic. It is our responsibility to pass this play on well."
At the farewell performance of "Teahouse" (茶馆) in 1992, Pu Cunxin (濮存昕), who had just arrived at the theater, played a tea guest. In the revival of "Teahouse" (茶馆), Pu Cunxin (濮存昕), who is now the Chairman of the China Theatre Association (中国戏剧家协会), became the actor of Chang Siye (常四爷). For Pu Cunxin (濮存昕), each performance of "Teahouse" (茶馆) is like a climb starting from scratch. "Each time, I face the audience with an improvisational and first-time attitude, creating together with them," said Pu Cunxin (濮存昕).
"Life continues, and art is also inherited. What we have to do is to retain as much of the flavor of the old 'Teahouse' (茶馆) as possible, not to be unconventional in form, and not to add too much personal interest. Our greatest wish is to steadily hand this play over to young actors," said Pu Cunxin (濮存昕).
From the artistic foundation laid by the older generation of artists such as Yu Shizhi (于是之) to the sincere adherence of today's powerful actors, "Teahouse" (茶馆) has become a classic work for several generations through inheritance and continuation.
The development of technology has given the classics a broader space. This year, the "Teahouse" (茶馆) drama film produced with 4K high-definition technology will be unveiled at the Beijing International Film Festival (北京国际电影节), allowing classic works to nourish more audiences.
"It retains the flavor of the old 'Teahouse' (茶馆)!" "This is a traditional play of the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺), a 'classic dish'!" Audiences left messages on social media, expressing their love for "Teahouse" (茶馆).
The Passing of the Torch: Solving the Problem of Cultivating Young Artistic Talents
The reason why the drama "Teahouse" (茶馆) is a classic is inseparable from the Beijing People's Art Theatre's (北京人艺) accumulation in talent cultivation.
Looking back at history, from 1958 to 1985, the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) ran a total of 6 training classes for students, providing talent reserves for development. In 1985, the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) recruited students from the society for the last time. More than 3,000 people applied, and 15 were finally admitted. Feng Yuanzheng (冯远征), Wu Gang (吴刚), Ding Zhicheng (丁志诚), Wang Gang (王刚), and Gao Dongping (高冬平), who were known as the "Five Tigers of the People's Art Theatre" (人艺五虎), came from the training class. In 1987, the People's Art Theatre (人艺) jointly ran classes with universities, and Xu Fan (徐帆), Chen Xiaoyi (陈小艺), He Bing (何冰), and Hu Jun (胡军) became the first batch of students. Another joint class was held in 2004. For many years after that, the People's Art Theatre (人艺) relied on the results of the "troupe-led class" (团带班) and "joint class" (合办班) models to support the stage for decades.
These actors have also become the core actors of the second generation of "Teahouse" (茶馆), continuing the glory of this classic.
How to inherit the classics and continue the glory? Feng Yuanzheng (冯远征) said that for classic plays like "Teahouse" (茶馆), talent inheritance is not simply "someone to perform," but to "match the role." Wang Lifa (王利发), Chang Siye (常四爷), and Qin Zhongyi (秦仲义), these core characters, have extremely high requirements for the actor's temperament, experience, and performance skills.
The inheritance of art lies not only in the continuation of skills, but also in the all-round growth of people.
Yang Lixin (杨立新) said, "The times are developing, and life is progressing, but the audience has feelings for old Beijing (老北京) and hopes to see authentic old Beijing (老北京) like 'Teahouse' (茶馆) on the stage. This is a great test for the actors. How to fully present the charm and demeanor of that year has become a difficult problem that we must overcome."
"Inheritance requires time to settle," said Pu Cunxin (濮存昕). The predecessors must pass on their experience and provide more space for young actors. Young actors' performances should be people-oriented, requiring understanding, imagination, and expression, paying attention to the input of their own vitality and concentration, and integrating the atmosphere of the times into the performance to create classics belonging to the new generation.
The cultivation of young actors is a problem faced by the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺), and it is also a dilemma faced by the development of drama art in the country. Young artistic talents across the country generally face the crisis of the disconnection of artistic inheritance, the lack of a closed loop of creative practice, and the lagging effect of market feedback. In this regard, experts suggest that the selection, cultivation, and retention of young artistic talents face new challenges, and relevant measures that conform to the laws of artistic talent cultivation should be introduced.
To solve the problem of inheritance, the answer given by the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) is to adhere to "the spirit of the dragon and horse, the steady pace of the camel" (龙马风神，骆驼坦步), which means that it must have the sharpness and innovation of a dragon and horse, be brave in pioneering and innovating, and also have the determination and foundation of a camel, be down-to-earth, and take one step at a time.
In 2019, after more than 30 years of interruption, the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) restarted the performance training class for students, inheriting the tradition of the "troupe-led class" (团带班), selecting from professional performance talents, and cultivating them with a teaching system with the characteristics of the People's Art Theatre (人艺).
This year, the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) has clearly defined it as the "year of talent accumulation" (人才蓄力年), placing the cultivation of young actors in a core position: carrying out one-on-one tutoring for different echelons, opening master classes, and strengthening basic training in opera movements, traditional etiquette, and stage physical form.
Qin Xinchun (秦新春), member of the Party Committee and Vice President of the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺), said: "We also organize young people to go deep into life and take root at the grassroots level to make up for the lesson of life experience; continue the tradition of the theater troupe, strictly select, strictly teach, and strictly train to cultivate a new generation of actors with a foundation, connotation, and the temperament of the People's Art Theatre (人艺)."
Adhere to the Original Intention and Cultivate Talents Based on Long-Term Development
To solve this problem, it is far from enough to rely on the efforts of the theater troupe alone.
Feng Yuanzheng (冯远征) believes that it is necessary to respect the laws of art and give young actors enough time to settle down and gain experience. "The people cultivated by the 'troupe-led class' (团带班) and 'joint class' (合办班) of the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) in those years have the genes of the People's Art Theatre (人艺) in their bones. They made it clear when they entered school that they would serve the stage in the future. The theater deeply participated in teaching, and the classroom and the stage were seamlessly connected."
Song Baozhen (宋宝珍), Honorary Director of the Drama Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Arts (中国艺术研究院), said that it is necessary to carry out systematic reforms from the education system, training model to industry connection, and the theater troupe, schools, and society should form a joint force to break the closure of traditional art education through institutional innovation.
What is gratifying is that the audience is also changing, giving new space for the inheritance of classics.
"When we took over 'Teahouse' (茶馆), as soon as we took the stage, the old audience would compare: is it like Yu Shizhi (于是之)? Is it like Lan Tianye (蓝天野)? If it's not like them, they will deny you first," said Feng Yuanzheng (冯远征). "Now the audience, especially the young audience, doesn't look at whether it's like them or not, but only at whether it's good or not, at the content, at the performance. This gives young actors more room to grow."
Pu Cunxin (濮存昕) said: "While cultivating actors, the cultivation of the audience is equally important." The Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) always insists on nourishing the audience with the stage, launching hundreds of performances every year, with classic plays and new creations advancing side by side and constantly performing new works, laying a solid foundation for the long-term development of drama art.
At present, in addition to the 8 main roles in "Teahouse" (茶馆), the other roles are taken over by middle-aged and young actors.
"During the rehearsal and performance of 'Teahouse' (茶馆), I and many young actors often watch them perform on both sides of the stage. The predecessors on the stage, the directors and stage art staff behind the scenes, fully demonstrate the 'one vegetable' spirit of the theater troupe. Actors, bands, stage art, etc., like vegetable leaves, vegetable hearts, and vegetable stalks, do not distinguish between primary and secondary, and cooperate closely, truly helping each other and entrusting each other," said Yang Mingxin (杨明鑫), a young actor of the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺). In addition to participating in "Teahouse" (茶馆), he has also starred in "The No. 1 Restaurant in the World" (天下第一楼), the new version of "Sunrise" (日出) and other plays.
"In recent years, the theater has been vigorously supporting young talents, from directors, actors, costumes, stage art, etc., allowing young people to move to the core creative positions on the stage. This has given us pressure and also allowed us to grow rapidly," said Yan Rui (闫锐), director of the creation room of the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺). He, who has served as an actor in plays such as "Teahouse" (茶馆) and "Players" (玩家), has become the co-director of plays such as "Under the Red Banner" (正红旗下) and "Zhang Juzheng" (张居正) in recent years.
"The Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺) has accumulated dozens of classic repertoire in the past 70 years, which is the valuable wealth accumulated by the People's Art Theatre (人艺) always adhering to taking root in the people and cultivating the stage," said Zhou Tong (周彤), Secretary of the Party Committee of the Beijing People's Art Theatre (北京人艺). "We must uphold the tradition of passing on the torch of the People's Art Theatre (人艺), give full play to the strength of the old artists, go deep into life, take root in the people, build a multi-level and professional art talent reserve system, and create a talent training model that conforms to the style of the People's Art Theatre (人艺), has the characteristics of the People's Art Theatre (人艺), and adapts to the needs of the People's Art Theatre (人艺)."
"We believe that as long as we adhere to the original intention of literature and art and adhere to integrity and innovation, we will be able to go steady and far on the stage of the times," said Zhou Tong (周彤).
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Drivers dressed as Li Bai (李白), tour guides dressed as Du Fu (杜甫), using poetry to connect historical attractions such as Du Fu Thatched Cottage (杜甫草堂) and Qingyang Palace (青羊宫), taking tourists on an immersive journey through a thousand years of cultural heritage—this year, Chengdu (成都), Sichuan (四川) province, launched the "Poetry Road" sightseeing bus line, attracting many tourists to experience it. Similarly, Xiangyang (襄阳) bus in Hubei (湖北) province launched a "Knight-Errant Theme Line" last year, with drivers playing classic martial arts characters such as Guo Jing (郭靖) and Huang Rong (黄蓉), and explaining Xiangyang's history, attractions, and cuisine, which was also popular with tourists.
The sense of time travel brought by the re-enactment of historical figures shortens the distance between traditional culture and tourists. Those celebrities who could only be "viewed" in books and TV dramas are now "within reach" to converse with us, and those poems once memorized in our minds clearly echo in our ears—a blend of ancient and modern, dreamlike and illusory, such an experience is refreshing and popular, which is only natural.
In the current era of cultural and tourism integration, tourists are no longer satisfied with superficial sightseeing or "special forces tourism" that is just a quick visit. Instead, they yearn to gain spiritual nourishment, emotional comfort, and even intellectual enlightenment and spiritual sublimation through travel. These higher-level spiritual needs can only be provided by culture. Only by continuously innovating and expanding the cultural connotation of cultural tourism can we meet the needs of tourists.
The profound and extensive Chinese excellent traditional culture provides an inexhaustible resource for further shaping tourism with culture and highlighting culture through tourism. The reason why Kaifeng (开封) Wansui Mountain Martial Arts City (万岁山武侠城) in Henan (河南) province can become a "Chinese-style Disney" is inseparable from the more than 3,000 live performances every day. The live-action fighting in *Three Attacks on Zhujiazhuang (三打祝家庄)* and the fun interaction in *Wang Po Matchmaking (王婆说媒)* allow tourists to instantly "enter the play." With the popularity of the historical drama *The Peaceful Years (太平年)*, the immersive night tour project *De Shou Night Banquet (德寿夜宴)* at the Southern Song Dynasty De Shou Palace Relics Museum (南宋德寿宫遗址博物馆) in Hangzhou (杭州), Zhejiang (浙江) province, attracts many tourists to put on Song dynasty costumes and experience Song dynasty culture as "time travelers." In Qufu (曲阜), Shandong (山东) province, tourists wear Hanfu (汉服), act as disciples of Confucius (孔子), perform rituals, and understand the essence of the "Six Arts"...
In ancient capitals such as Beijing (北京), Xi'an (西安), Luoyang (洛阳), and Hangzhou, such scenes have become commonplace—tourists wearing ancient costumes stroll through attractions such as the Forbidden City (故宫), Drum Tower (鼓楼), and West Lake (西湖), complementing the ancient historical buildings and scenic spots, as if the young masters and ladies in ancient paintings have traveled through time, with elegant demeanor and flowing clothes, the beauty of Chinese excellent traditional culture leaps to the eye. Is this just a fleeting feeling of nostalgia and indulging in being an ancient person?
The reason why ancient charm and national style have become "top trends" stems from the charm of Chinese excellent traditional culture and is a vivid reflection of the cultural awareness and cultural confidence of Chinese people in the new era. Waves of "intangible cultural heritage fever," "museum fever," and "sinology fever" are emerging one after another. The profound heritage and unique beauty of Chinese excellent traditional culture are increasingly blooming with dazzling brilliance in the new era.
The vivid practice of the new era fully proves that traditional culture can be compatible with modern society; the essence of traditional culture, through creative transformation and innovative development, can provide a solid cultural foundation and strong spiritual motivation for the progress of the times. Chinese excellent traditional culture is conducive to regulating the relationship between people and nature, people and society, and people and themselves, creating a harmonious world of truth, goodness, and beauty. As Mr. Fei Xiaotong (费孝通) pointed out, culture is not only formed by 推陈出新 (tuī chén chū xīn - "weed through the old to bring forth the new," to get rid of the old to make way for the new), but also by "discarding the old and accepting the new" or 温故知新 (wēn gù zhī xīn - "gain new insights through restudying old material," to review the old and know the new). "Modernity" lies not only in breaking with "tradition" but also in continuing and updating "tradition." 周虽旧邦，其命维新 (zhōu suī jiù bāng, qí mìng wéi xīn - "Although Zhou was an old country, its destiny was to be renewed," even an old entity can embrace innovation and change), only by not forgetting the original can we move towards the future.
Because of its awareness, it is confident. Today's Chinese people are increasingly aware that Chinese excellent traditional culture is our spiritual homeland, containing the spiritual code of the Chinese nation's endless life. When we are speeding on the road to modernization, the splendid culture accumulated from five thousand years of history will enable us to walk steadily and calmly. This precious cultural heritage needs us to develop in inheritance and explore in innovation, passing it on from generation to generation.
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The morning sunlight casts a layer of碎金 (suì jīn - "broken gold") on the Gucheng (故城) section of the Grand Canal (京杭大运河) in Hebei (河北). In the shimmering light, Nanganquan Village (南甘泉村) on the bank awakens from the light mist. Two or three bird calls break the silence, echoing the gurgling water, awakening the village's lively atmosphere—another day with throngs of tourists.
The Gucheng (故城) section of the Grand Canal (大运河) is 75.1 kilometers long, the longest section of the Grand Canal running through a county. Nanganquan Village (南甘泉村) in Zhengkou Town (郑口镇), Gucheng County (故城县), is a "pearl" on the Grand Canal, witnessing the development stories along the canal for a long time. Today, in "movement" and "stillness," it continues the cultural heritage of the canal and writes a chapter of revitalization.
The stillness of Nanganquan (南甘泉) is hidden in the relics of the canal.
At the entrance of the village is the Zhengkou Canal Bridge (郑口运河大桥) spanning the two banks of the canal. "On the east side of the bridge, there is the Zhengkou Canal Wharf Site (郑口运河码头遗址) from the mid-to-late Qing Dynasty. Because of the existence of the ferry, there was frequent traffic. Looking at the left bank of the river on the west side of the bridge, there are 6 water diversion dams, all of which were reinforced, heightened, and widened on the basis of the dangerous works of the Ming and Qing Dynasties to reduce the impact of the water flow on the embankment," said Tan Yanfeng (谭延峰), head of the Gucheng County Cultural Relics Bureau (故城县文物局).
The Zhengkou Water Diversion Dam (郑口挑水坝) is one of the 8 sites in Hebei Province (河北省) listed in the preparatory list for the World Cultural Heritage application of the Grand Canal (大运河), and it is also a national key cultural relics protection unit.
The ancient ferry is not noisy, and the ancient dam is silent. Today, under the careful protection of the local government, they have become keys for tourists and scholars to interpret the history and culture of the canal.
The stillness of Nanganquan (南甘泉) is hidden in the cultural block.
How to reproduce the past style of the ancient canal village? Gucheng County (故城县) carefully built the Grand Canal Historical and Cultural Block (大运河历史文化街区) in Nanganquan Village (南甘泉村), which opened in 2022.
The bluestone road extends quietly, and buildings such as Weiyang Tower (卫阳楼), Shanxi Guild Hall (山西会馆), and Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Hall are arranged in order, with flying eaves and carved wooden flowers.
"Adhere to the priority of protection, moderately restore buildings such as the Shanxi Guild Hall (山西会馆), and show the former prosperity in the ancient charm," said Lu Ruiheng (鲁瑞恒), secretary of the Party branch of Nanganquan Village (南甘泉村党支部书记).
In the depths of the streets and alleys, old courtyards and old memorial archways stand quietly, unpretentious and not noisy, but they slow down the pace of every visitor.
Complementing the tranquility is the "movement" that comes to Nanganquan (南甘泉).
Catching up with weekends or holidays, as soon as you step into the main street, the hustle and bustle sweeps in—the sound of gongs and drums, the crowds, and the continuous laughter.
Folk customs are hot! The block closely follows traditional nodes and plans special themed cultural activities to make the ancient canal village full of vitality. Performers take turns on stage, dragon and lion dances, Yangko dance, acrobatics, iron flower performances... attracting bursts of cheers from tourists.
The stalls are even more popular, with zither, paper-cutting, gourd pyrography, etc. The old artists create wonders with their fingers, and tourists stop to experience and scramble to buy.
Intangible cultural heritage is alive! The drumsticks rise and fall with the wind, and the red silk flutters like fire. In the block, the provincial-level intangible cultural heritage "Grand Canal Traditional Frame Drum" (运河传统架鼓) performance is magnificent.
"The intangible cultural heritage projects that were once active in the Grand Canal (运河) area of Gucheng County (故城县) are highlighted in the village to promote living inheritance," said Wang Min (王敏), director of the Gutou Cultural Tourism Group Co., Ltd. (故城县故投文旅集团有限公司), which is responsible for the operation of the block.
Wuguanzhai Mutton Flatbread (武官寨羊肉大饼), Longfeng Tribute Noodles (龙凤贡面) and other local intangible cultural heritage projects are made on the spot by artists, and tourists watch the whole process, immersing themselves in the canal culture from sight to taste.
Study tours are hot! The Grand Canal Study Tour Base (运河研学基地) in Nanganquan Village (南甘泉村) is full of children's voices. Batches of primary and secondary school students are walking along the canal into the ancient streets and workshops, listening to the stories of canal transportation, learning about ancient building knowledge, and making intangible cultural heritage handicrafts.
In 2025, Nanganquan Village (南甘泉村) received more than 300 study tour groups, with a total of more than 30,000 people.
The vivid canal culture "keeps" tourists and "boosts" the industry.
Characteristic homestays open their doors to welcome guests, and more than 70 kinds of businesses open one after another, and cultural and creative shops, cafes, and hand-made spaces are popular among young people. Villagers work in the block and can also rent out houses.
"It used to be deserted at night, but now it's like a festival every day!" Cui Shunxin (崔顺新), a villager in Nanganquan Village (南甘泉村村民), said with a smile, "I rent out my idle small courtyard for homestay operation, which increases my income by more than 10,000 yuan a year."
Stillness is the foundation of Nanganquan (南甘泉); movement is the vitality of Nanganquan (南甘泉). This ancient village on the Grand Canal (运河) is blooming with dazzling light with its gentle beauty and vigorous dynamism.
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Since the U.S. Federal Supreme Court ruled that the federal government's imposition of tariffs on products from various countries under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act was illegal, the struggle between U.S. importers and the government over tax refunds has continued. The U.S. government has announced the imposition of a 15% tariff on most imported products worldwide under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, while accelerating new trade investigations to seek new tariff measures.
The Center for American Progress recently published an article stating that since April 2, 2025, when the U.S. government announced the so-called "Liberation Day" tariffs, a year has passed, and the U.S. government's chaotic tariff measures and endless tariff threats have not only failed to achieve their stated goals, but have also harmed the interests of U.S. consumers, businesses, and U.S. trading partners, bringing huge uncertainty to the U.S. economy, damaging the U.S.'s international image, and the global community generally opposes the U.S.'s relevant tariff policies.
More than 60% of Americans are dissatisfied with tariff policies.
Numerous research results show that the damage to the U.S. economy from high tariffs far outweighs the benefits. Many ordinary Americans have felt the impact of rising prices and their dissatisfaction with increased tariffs is growing. A recent study by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York showed that about 90% of the additional costs generated by the U.S. government's 2025 tariff increases were borne by U.S. consumers and businesses. A report by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy in Germany stated that the U.S. government's tariff increases are actually a consumption tax on imported goods, with 96% of the tariff increases borne by U.S. importers and consumers, leading to a significant reduction in the types and quantities of goods available to consumers.
According to a recent joint poll conducted by ABC News, The Washington Post, and Ipsos, 64% of Americans are dissatisfied with the government's handling of tariff issues. A poll released by Harris Poll in March showed that about 70% of people said that tariff policies have caused them to pay higher consumer costs; 72% of Americans believe that tariff policies have a negative impact; and 67% of Americans believe that tariff policies are not the right solution to boost the economy.
Many U.S. small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) feel the impact of tariff policies particularly strongly. Kimberly Brandon and her husband run a small renovation company in Florida. She said that tariffs have led to an increase in the cost of various building materials and supplies used for renovation. "Our company is too small to absorb the cost increases brought about by tariffs, so we have to raise our quotes," Brandon said. "As prices rise, many customers have abandoned their renovation plans, and our customer base and potential orders have decreased. We have had to lay off most of our employees. I was originally semi-retired, but now I have to return to the company full-time."
Philip Crowley of California runs a small business that mainly imports laser equipment. "Last year, our company paid tens of thousands of dollars in tariffs. Tariffs have caused customers to postpone purchases, the company's business has slowed down, and we have had to cut salaries," Crowley said. "As business owners, our income has decreased, and we have postponed plans to hire new employees."
Nearly 100,000 manufacturing jobs lost in one year.
One of the goals of the U.S. government's proposed tariff policy is to bring manufacturing back, claiming that this will force more factories to land in the United States and increase fiscal revenue. However, reality is far from ideal. According to The Wall Street Journal, the U.S. manufacturing industry has further shrunk due to the drag of tariff policies, and the number of employees has continued to decrease. Official data shows that in the eight months after the government announced the so-called "Liberation Day" tariff plan, U.S. domestic manufacturers were laying off employees every month, which exacerbated the shrinking trend of more than 200,000 jobs already lost since 2023. For decades, the relocation of U.S. manufacturing companies and the hollowing out of manufacturing have been important reasons for the continued shrinking of manufacturing. At the same time, affected by tariff policies, the cost of many companies in the industry purchasing raw materials from overseas is high, causing companies to be forced to raise prices or supply chain networks to be blocked.
Alan Engineering, a company in Arkansas that mainly produces concrete paving and finishing equipment, said that due to the impact of tariff policies, the company was in a loss-making state in 2025, and the number of employees has dropped from 205 at its peak to 140. "The unintended consequences of tariff policies are hurting U.S. manufacturing, and the working class is being squeezed as a result." Howard Waltz, head of Insteel Industries in North Carolina, said that due to the impact of tariff policies, it is becoming increasingly difficult for the company to obtain the metals it needs from U.S. suppliers. "Due to domestic raw material shortages, our company's performance growth may be affected."
U.S. economist and former World Bank chief economist Anne Krueger pointed out that tariff policies have brought chaos and uncertainty. U.S. producers cannot predict how much import competition they will face and the prices of competing goods, companies that rely on imports do not know how much they will ultimately pay for it, and export-oriented companies cannot measure how much higher input costs will keep them competitive. Many exporters face higher production costs and retaliatory tariffs from other countries, which may reduce their global business. Many companies cannot even determine which tariff rates actually apply to themselves. The Associated Press reported that in the past 12 months, the number of manufacturing jobs in the United States has decreased by 98,000. U.S. companies that are currently bearing the cost of tariffs have sued the government over tax refund issues, claiming more than $130 billion.
Greatly increases the uncertainty of corporate investment.
Lewiston (刘易斯顿镇), a town in northern New York State, is close to the U.S.-Canada border. In the past, many Canadians often crossed the border to the United States to buy necessities such as milk, bread, and gasoline because of different exchange rates and sales taxes, but now everything has changed. Many people resist American goods because of tariff issues and refuse to spend money in border towns like Lewiston (刘易斯顿镇), and the business of many American border towns is not as good as before. Aimee Lockren (艾梅·洛克伦), the 41-year-old owner of a bakery in Lewiston (刘易斯顿镇), complained: "The sales of all the shops on our street have fallen sharply. My bakery's income has decreased by 30%, and I have had to cut spending in the store and at home. Life is really difficult."
A recent study released by the Brookings Institution conducted by Pablo Fajgelbaum (巴勃罗·法杰尔鲍姆), an economist at the University of California, Los Angeles, and Amit Khandelwal (阿米特·坎德尔瓦尔), an economist at Yale University, found that U.S. tariff policies have had a negligible positive effect on the U.S. economy, and there is no evidence that tariff policies have increased U.S. manufacturing jobs or reduced the U.S.'s overall trade deficit. Over the past year, large-scale tariff increases have made it more difficult to carry out competitive production in the United States, especially in industries that rely on imported parts and raw materials.
Bernd Lange (贝恩德·朗格), chairman of the European Parliament's International Trade Committee, said that the U.S. government has created a "pure tariff mess." In the current situation, the EU and other U.S. trading partners are facing a series of outstanding issues and increasing uncertainty. Joseph Steinberg (约瑟夫·斯坦伯格), an economist at the University of Toronto in Canada, said that the uncertainty of U.S. trade policy makes companies afraid to expand investment rashly. U.S. manufacturing has not recovered, and investment in factories has even declined.
The Center for American Progress article believes that U.S. tariff policies have failed to achieve any of their set goals, but instead have shown great destructiveness at a surprisingly high cost. Tariff policies have suffered a triple failure, namely, the trade deficit in goods has reached a new high, manufacturing has continued to shrink, and they have failed to bring prosperity to the American working class. In the medium and long term, the U.S.'s international status and overseas strategic interests will be damaged. The article questioned, "So far, what benefits have the U.S. government's tariff policies produced, other than causing American consumers to bear higher prices, leading to the loss of blue-collar jobs, destroying overseas trust, and a surge in the number of small business bankruptcies?" The answer is: almost none.
(Reported by our Washington (华盛顿) correspondent on April 6)
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Recently, approximately 24,000 people from various sectors of Japanese society participated in a large-scale rally held by Japanese pro-constitution and peace groups in front of the National Diet Building. Protesters at the scene chanted slogans such as "The Liberal Democratic Party (自民党) and the Japan Innovation Party (维新会) should not touch the Constitution" and "The Peace Constitution is Japan's treasure," calling for the maintenance of the Peace Constitution and the safeguarding of peace.
At the scene, a veteran Japanese journalist took the stage and said: "As a journalist, I have interviewed many retired soldiers. They bluntly stated that it is precisely because of Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution that they were able to retire smoothly without experiencing war. Without Article 9 of the Constitution, if the United States were to ask Japan to participate in Middle East wars, Japan would probably have to do so." For everyone, whether soldiers or ordinary people, no one wants war to break out, nor do they want to set foot on the battlefield.
Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution, which came into effect in 1947, clearly stipulates that Japan "forever renounces war as a sovereign right of the nation and the threat or use of force as means of settling international disputes," "land, sea, and air forces, as well as other war potential, will never be maintained. The right of belligerency of the state will not be recognized." It is therefore also known as the Peace Constitution. The Peace Constitution has always played an important role in preventing Japan from being involved in wars, becoming the starting point for Japan to learn from the lessons of war and move towards peaceful development. Japan has thus been able to reintegrate into the international community.
Some Japanese firmly believe that the Japan-U.S. alliance is the cornerstone of Japan's diplomacy and security policy, believing that only the United States can protect Japan's security and that Japan's fate needs to be firmly tied to the United States' war chariot. However, can the Japan-U.S. alliance really ensure Japan's security? In the event of an emergency, can the United States really be relied upon? After the outbreak of the current round of Middle East wars, these people were shaken and unsure because U.S. military ships stationed in Japan were transferred to the Middle East. They discovered that protecting Japan's security is just a pretext for the U.S. military stationed in Japan, and its essence still serves the fundamental interests of the United States, while Japan has to pay a large amount of resources such as land and financial resources for this, and endure the illegal and undisciplined behavior of the U.S. military stationed in Japan.
In recent times, a series of rallies and protests in Japan have shown that the majority of the Japanese people love peace. Enlightened people in Japan realize that the more Japan says yes to the United States and bows and scrapes, the more its spine bends; only by maintaining the Peace Constitution and adhering to the path of peaceful development can Japan's security be ensured. Many scholars remind the Japanese government to wake up, to seriously consider how a sovereign and independent country should deal with the United States, how to get along with neighboring countries, and what kind of diplomatic and security policy truly conforms to Japan's national interests.
Currently, the political forces supporting constitutional revision in Japan are constantly growing, attempting to break through the constraints of the Peace Constitution, which has become an imminent real crisis. In February of this year, after the Japanese House of Representatives election, the number of seats held by the Liberal Democratic Party (自民党) exceeded 2/3 of the total number of seats in the House of Representatives, reaching the legal threshold for initiating a constitutional amendment motion in the House of Representatives. In March, the Liberal Democratic Party (自民党) proposed in the draft "Action Policy" for 2026 that constitutional revision is a basic policy that the party must achieve, planning to establish drafting committees in both houses of the Diet this year to formulate a constitutional amendment draft and submit it to the Diet, and to hold a national referendum on constitutional revision as soon as possible. All kinds of trends show that Japan's "new militarism" is not just a dangerous sign, but a naked and real threat.
The old road of 穷兵黩武 (qióng bīng dú wǔ - "exhausting the military and resorting to war," to engage in constant warfare and military expansion) is a dead end leading to self-destruction. The dangerous trend of the Japanese government accelerating constitutional revision and "re-militarization" is creating many unstable factors for regional security, and also causing widespread anxiety and dissatisfaction in Japan. More and more Japanese people are stepping forward, holding up signs such as "No War" and "Oppose Constitutional Revision," and shouting in unison "Defend the Constitution." It is just not known when the voices of the Japanese people will no longer be ignored by those in power.
Return to TopThailand's New Cabinet Sworn In
Xinhua News Agency, Bangkok, April 6 (Reporters Zhao Cailin (赵彩琳) and Chang Tiantong (常天童)) Thailand's new cabinet, led by Anutin Charnvirakul (阿努廷·参威拉军) as Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, was sworn in before King Maha Vajiralongkorn (玛哈·哇集拉隆功) of Thailand at the Dusit Palace in Bangkok on the evening of April 6.
Anutin (阿努廷) chaired a special cabinet meeting on the evening of the swearing-in ceremony to discuss a draft policy statement to be read to the parliament. Thai media said that Anutin (阿努廷) will deliver a policy report to the parliament this week.
On March 19, Anutin (阿努廷), the prime ministerial candidate nominated by the Bhumjaithai Party, won a majority of support in the election in the House of Representatives of the Thai Parliament, was re-elected as Prime Minister of Thailand, and was approved by the King on March 20.
Japan Plans to Ease Restrictions on Arms Exports, Sparking Public Criticism
Xinhua News Agency, Tokyo, April 6 (Reporters Li Ziyue (李子越) and Chen Zean (陈泽安)) According to Japan's Kyodo News, the Security Research Commission of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (自民党) held a meeting on April 6 to discuss a plan to ease restrictions on arms exports, and plans to revise the "Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment" and its operational guidelines within April to "loosen" arms exports. This move has triggered criticism from public opinion in Japan.
The report said that the plan, in principle, allows Japan to export lethal weapons, and does not require prior approval from the Diet for exports, but is reviewed by the National Security Council, and notified to the Diet after approval. In addition, for "countries deemed to be in armed conflict," the export of weapons to them is prohibited in principle, but exceptions may be approved in "special circumstances" when security needs exist. The report said that the above plan did not encounter significant opposition at the meeting on the 6th, and will be submitted to the plenary meeting of the Security Research Commission of the Liberal Democratic Party (自民党) for deliberation as early as next week.
Regarding this plan, many criticisms have emerged in Japan. Hiroshi Shiratori (白鸟浩), a professor at Hosei University in Japan, said that exporting lethal weapons without Diet approval could turn Japan into a "country that exports war." Kazuko Ito (伊藤和子), a senior Japanese lawyer, said that once the economy becomes dependent on the military industry and even war, it will be difficult to get rid of.
Iran Says It Does Not Rule Out That the US Military's Actions Were to Steal Enriched Uranium
Xinhua News Agency, Tehran, April 6 According to Iran's Fars News Agency on April 6, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Baghaei (巴加埃) said that he does not rule out that the US military's actions in Isfahan Province in central Iran were to steal enriched uranium.
Baghaei (巴加埃) said that the above-mentioned action was a "disastrous failure" for the United States, and hoped that the United States would learn a lesson from it. "Whenever Iranian territory is attacked, the entire Iran will respond."
A US Air Force F-15E "Strike Eagle" twin-seat fighter jet was shot down over Iran on the 3rd, and the two crew members ejected and escaped. US President Donald Trump (特朗普) said on the 4th that the US military rescued two crew members through a rescue operation. The Iranian side said that the US military's attempt to enter Iranian territory to rescue the downed fighter pilots "failed."
Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran: Attacking Nuclear Power Plants Constitutes a War Crime
Xinhua News Agency, Tehran, April 6 According to the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) on April 6, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Eslami (伊斯拉米), sent a letter to the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Grossi (格罗西), pointing out that the recent attacks by the United States and Israel on the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant blatantly violated international law and constituted a war crime, and demanded that the IAEA explicitly condemn it.
In the letter, Eslami (伊斯拉米) stated that attacking nuclear power plants may lead to a large-scale leakage of radioactive materials from operating reactors, causing irreparable consequences to the Iranian people, the environment, and even neighboring countries. The attack violates the Geneva Conventions, the Statute of the International Atomic Energy Agency, and the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.
Eslami (伊斯拉米) also accused Grossi (格罗西) of "inaction" regarding such attacks, believing that merely expressing "deep concern" without explicit condemnation is not enough to stop "aggression" and will instead encourage the United States and Israel to continue launching attacks.
Eslami (伊斯拉米) said that Iran will take necessary measures to defend its sovereign rights.
The Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant is located outside the southern Iranian city of Bushehr (布什尔城), built along the Persian Gulf coast, and is the only operating nuclear power plant in Iran.
By: 本报记者 黄炜鑫
In recent days, the Rapid Support Forces (快速支援部队), a Sudanese paramilitary organization, used drones to attack the Jebelain Hospital in White Nile State in central Sudan. The Sudanese Ministry of Health stated that the attack resulted in the deaths of 10 medical and administrative personnel, and injuries to 22 civilians, including children. On April 4, the World Health Organization and UNICEF issued a joint statement stating that since the outbreak of the conflict in Sudan, 214 attacks on medical facilities have been verified in the country, resulting in 2,042 deaths and 785 injuries. In the first quarter of this year alone, there were 13 attacks on medical facilities, resulting in 184 deaths and 295 injuries. The joint statement expressed deep concern about the frequent and expanding attacks on medical facilities in Sudan, calling on all parties to the conflict to respect and protect medical facilities and ensure the safety of civilians and humanitarian workers.
On April 15, 2023, armed conflict broke out between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces in the capital Khartoum (喀土穆), and the war subsequently spread to other regions. The three-year armed conflict has resulted in the deaths of a large number of civilians. Since the beginning of this year, drone attacks in Sudan have increased significantly, seriously threatening the safety of civilians and civilian facilities. As of March 15, more than 500 civilians have died in drone attacks. Not long ago, a hospital in Ed Daein (杜艾因市), the capital of East Darfur State, was attacked by a drone, causing hundreds of casualties. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called on all parties in Sudan to immediately de-escalate the war, reach a ceasefire agreement, and once again urged all parties in Sudan to return to the negotiating table to promote a lasting ceasefire.
Violent conflict has led to displacement and a worsening humanitarian crisis. At least 4,000 people in Blue Nile State have fled to the Benishangul-Gumuz region of Ethiopia. Doctors Without Borders pointed out in a report that in the Darfur region, the frequency of violence against women is shocking, abuse is widespread, and there is an urgent need to provide medical and psychological treatment to survivors. Frequent attacks on medical facilities have also exacerbated the spread of infectious diseases in the country. The Sudanese Federal Emergency Operations Center stated that dengue fever infections have increased significantly in seven states, including Khartoum State (喀土穆州), Northern State (北方州), and Kassala State (卡萨拉州), while hepatitis cases continue to occur in three states, including Gezira State (杰济拉州), Gedaref State (加达里夫州), and White Nile State (白尼罗河州). North Kordofan State (北科尔多凡州), West Kordofan State (西科尔多凡州) and other states have also reported a large number of measles cases. The Sudanese Ministry of Health stated that the ongoing conflict has led to the closure of roads, obstructed the transportation of medicines and medical supplies, and generally reduced the level of medical services, with the medical systems in many states facing severe challenges.
According to the "Global Humanitarian Overview 2026" report released by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, 33.7 million people in Sudan will be in urgent need of humanitarian assistance in 2026, an increase of 3.3 million from 2025, ranking first in the world. The agency plans to raise $2.9 billion to help Sudan in 2026, but has so far only raised about 16% of the target funds.
The World Food Programme recently warned that the war in the Middle East is impacting regional shipping and trade, exacerbating pressure on the world's food system, and that population displacement, trade route disruptions, and rising fuel costs are driving up the transportation costs of food and other supplies. War risk insurance premiums and freight rates have already soared by 15% to 20%, leading to increased humanitarian aid costs. The Sudanese Ministry of Health stated that the war in the Middle East has led to a 120% increase in drug insurance and transportation costs in Sudan.
China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Fu Cong (傅聪), stated at the Security Council's review of the Sudan issue that China proposes that the international community adhere to the "five-point consensus" of ceasing fire and ending the war as soon as possible, alleviating the humanitarian crisis, increasing mediation, Sudanese people-led solutions, and coordinating development and security, to jointly find a lasting and effective solution to the conflict in Sudan. China is willing to work with the international community to continue to play a constructive role in achieving lasting stability, development and prosperity in Sudan. Xu Jian (许剑), Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of the Chinese Embassy in Sudan, recently published an article in local media stating that, to date, China has provided Sudan with more than 2,000 tons of emergency food aid, as well as a large amount of medical supplies, epidemic prevention supplies, and resettlement supplies, and has successfully implemented maternal, newborn, and child health service projects with UNICEF in the area, and has implemented poverty reduction and agricultural assistance projects and sustainable fisheries development projects in Sudan's Red Sea State with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 曹师韵
The Indonesian government recently officially implemented a social media ban for individuals under the age of 16 to prevent minors from experiencing cyberbullying, online fraud, internet addiction, and other issues. Indonesia is the first country in Southeast Asia to implement such a ban, which is expected to affect approximately 70 million Indonesian children and adolescents.
The social media ban will classify social media platforms based on seven risk factors, including the possibility of exposure to inappropriate content, personal data security risks, addiction risks, and the impact on physical and mental health. High-risk platforms must raise the minimum age for use, deactivate accounts of underage users, and undertake obligations such as digital education, content filtering, reporting mechanisms, age verification, and prohibiting the commercialization of children's data. Platforms that violate the regulations will face penalties such as warnings, fines, suspension of services, or even bans. Indonesian Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Budi Arie Setiadi (默蒂娅·哈菲兹), stated that the government has required all digital platforms operating in Indonesia to immediately adjust their products, features, and services to comply with the new regulations, and emphasized that there is "no room for compromise" on compliance issues.
In recent years, the negative impact of social media on Indonesian children and adolescents has become increasingly prominent. According to data from the Indonesian Internet Service Providers Association, the internet penetration rate among Indonesian "Generation Z" (those born between 1995 and 2009) is as high as 87.8%, and approximately 48% of those under the age of 12 are able to access the internet. The Indonesian newspaper *Kompas* (《罗盘报》) reported that currently, one-third of internet users in Indonesia are children and adolescents, who spend an average of 4 to 5 hours online per day, but approximately 74% lack parental supervision. Relevant data cited by the media shows that approximately 48% of Indonesian children have experienced cyberbullying, and 80,000 children under the age of 10 have been exposed to online gambling. Most mainstream social media platforms use behavioral psychology mechanisms to enhance user stickiness, which may lead to internet addiction and mental health problems in minors. Budi Arie Setiadi (默蒂娅·哈菲兹) stated that the ban is not intended to deprive children of their right to use the internet, but rather to ensure that they first have sufficient ability to discern and choose online information. "Psychologists and child development experts have discussed and believe that 16 is a suitable age to use social media."
Driven by the new regulations, several platforms have begun to adjust their measures. X (formerly Twitter) announced that it will prohibit Indonesian users under the age of 16 from registering or continuing to hold accounts. The gaming platform Roblox plans to launch an offline mode for users under the age of 13 and strengthen content and communication controls for players under the age of 16. TikTok stated that it will gradually deactivate underage accounts and strengthen youth protection settings. Because Meta (formerly Facebook) and Google have not complied with the new regulations, the Indonesian government has summoned relevant personnel from the two companies. Google believes that its platform already provides parental supervision tools, including screen time controls, age verification, and content restrictions, and that deleting underage user accounts may lead to a "knowledge gap" for adolescents.
The ban has aroused widespread attention and discussion in all sectors of Indonesian society. Indonesian Member of Parliament Farah Puteri Nahlia (法拉·普特里·纳利亚) expressed support for restricting social media use for individuals under the age of 16, calling it "a progressive move." "This policy hopes that they will enter the digital world at the appropriate age and receive the maximum degree of protection. Support should be provided for the policy to allow children and adolescents to have a truly safe and healthy digital space." On social media, some netizens reacted strongly, with some saying bluntly: "Blocking social media platforms makes me so lonely, I don't know how to contact my friends." The parents of an 11-year-old child stated that the original intention of this policy is positive, but it remains to be seen whether it will be truly implemented in the future.
To cooperate with the ban, multiple Indonesian government departments are simultaneously strengthening digital literacy education for children and adolescents. For example, the Indonesian Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education is vigorously promoting the "7 Habits of Highly Effective Indonesian Children" and strengthening supervision of "screen time, screen area, and screen breaks." The Minister of the Ministry, Abdul Mu'ti (阿卜杜勒·穆蒂), stated that schools will promote digital education to improve students' online literacy. The Indonesian Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection, I Gusti Ayu Bintang Darmawati (阿里法图尔·法齐), believes that protecting children cannot rely solely on technical access restrictions, but also requires strengthening digital literacy education, parental supervision, and parent-child communication. The entire society should work together to create a safe and healthy digital growth environment for children.
(Reported by this newspaper from Jakarta (雅加达) on April 6)
Return to TopFrom green and low-carbon development to technological innovation, from inclusive development to high-level opening up, from civilizational dialogue to global cooperation, Chinese-style modernization is constantly expanding humanity's imagination of the future. In recent years, an increasing number of international friends who have come to China have drawn the following conclusion through close and in-depth observation of Chinese-style modernization: Seeing China is seeing what the world will look like tomorrow; understanding China is understanding the possibilities of humanity's future.
Industrial System Leap Shows the Spirit of Historical Initiative
Bao Shaoshan (鲍韶山) (Australia)
A country or society that truly leads the times is not only because it can respond to real-world challenges, but also because it can achieve innovation in the process of responding to challenges; it is not because it is the first to propose the concept of the future, but because it is the first to create conditions for achieving the future. China's development practice of promoting the leap of the industrial system in the past 10 years or so clearly demonstrates a spirit of historical initiative: China is not waiting for the future, but creating the future with today.
Today in China, whether in large cities or small and medium-sized cities, electric travel, intelligent distribution, and digital platform services are no longer "future visions," but real lifestyles that ordinary people can directly feel. For ordinary people, digitalization is reflected in cashless payment, e-commerce, and "anytime, anywhere" convenient life; for enterprises, digitalization is reflected in logistics optimization, production automation, agricultural production increase, and supply chain collaboration. These changes mean that the future is no longer just staying in the prospect, but is truly precipitated into a part of the real order through infrastructure construction, industrial system evolution, and technological capability accumulation.
China is also actively deploying in a series of cutting-edge technology fields. From triboelectric nanogenerators to new materials such as graphene, to technological breakthroughs such as ferroelectric field-effect transistors, these explorations all point to a common trend: making sensing, computing, and connection capabilities more efficient, more distributed, and more embedded in real-world scenarios. The result is not only an increase in system efficiency, but also empowerment in space. Many small and medium-sized cities and remote areas will therefore be more deeply integrated into the flow of modern economic value, and gain new industrial opportunities and income growth space.
Modernization is not an accumulation of scattered technologies, but the growth of system capabilities. Whether a country can truly build a system for the future depends on whether it has the ability to integrate technology, industry, systems, and infrastructure. Faced with challenges such as energy transition, climate change, and the superposition of geopolitical risks, humanity needs stronger energy renewal capabilities and higher levels of modern industrial capabilities.
The scale production capacity formed in China is an important material basis for the world to move towards a sustainable future. China is not simply promoting energy transition, but adhering to starting from its own national conditions, and coordinating development and security, efficiency and stability. What China is promoting is not a single energy substitution, but a comprehensive energy system construction that is more efficient, more resilient, and more sustainable. China has built the world's largest power grid, and this network is continuing to evolve in the direction of intelligence, distribution, and high efficiency.
China's development experience increasingly shows that a truly strategically visionary country must start from the entire process of production, circulation, and use, and continuously improve the efficiency of the entire social system and enhance the comprehensive capabilities to support modernization. Chinese practice shows that whoever can more effectively promote electrification, digitalization, and systemic industrial upgrading is more likely to take the initiative in future development and is more capable of improving people's living standards. This is one of the most important inspirations of China to the world, especially to the vast number of developing countries.
China has not waited for the future, but is building the future in reality; it has not stayed in abstract visions, but has shaped the future step by step at the industrial, infrastructure, technology, and institutional levels. This future no longer allows a few countries to monopolize the path to modernization, but provides a realistic reference for more countries to explore development paths that suit their own national conditions. The future is not far away, it is already showing an increasingly clear outline in today's China. China has been creating the future with today, and this future not only belongs to China, but is also creating new possibilities for the world.
(The author is an adjunct professor at Queensland University of Technology in Australia)
Expanding Opening Up and Creating a First-Class Business Environment
Ye Hongmu (叶鸿慕) (France)
In today's era of in-depth development of economic globalization, opening up and cooperation have become an important driving force for promoting world prosperity. China's continuous expansion of high-level opening up to the outside world not only brings opportunities for multinational companies, but also provides a broader space for global cooperation. Walking with China means participating in building a more open and interconnected world in the future.
As a "full-attendance student" who has participated in the CIIE for 8 consecutive years, L'Oréal has launched more than 10 brands and hundreds of new products at previous CIIEs. Last year, I personally participated in the CIIE for the first time and witnessed the unprecedented scale of exhibitions and the surging innovation vitality. This experience made me deeply excited, and also made me understand that the CIIE is not only a display platform, but also an important window for global companies to share Chinese opportunities and deepen cooperation, reflecting China's determination to promote opening up and cooperation and promote global economic connectivity.
Unswervingly expanding high-level opening up to the outside world and continuously improving the market system have made China not only a fertile ground for the stable development of multinational companies, but also provided a more open cooperation platform for global industrial chains, supply chains, and innovation networks. In today's uncertain world, China's high-level opening up to the outside world provides a stable and prosperous investment prospect for multinational companies. In recent years, a series of breakthrough policies have continued to be implemented, continuously expanding market access space and injecting new vitality into industrial innovation. China is committed to creating a world-class business environment, which has become an important support for the long-term development of multinational companies in China, and also a solid foundation for our mutual achievements.
Over the past 30 years, L'Oréal has witnessed China's transformation from a booming consumer market to a strategic highland for creating global value. China has become L'Oréal's second largest market in the world, which has further strengthened our consistent belief - investing in China is investing in the future. In order to meet the vibrant market demand, we are constantly expanding our operating map, establishing the group's first global intelligent operation center in Suzhou (苏州), Jiangsu (江苏), and will also carry out investment in Nantong (南通), Jiangsu.
Today's China is growing into an important source of future industries and innovation models. New technologies, new business forms, and new consumption scenarios are constantly emerging, making China a key window for multinational companies to observe future trends and participate in future development. Chinese consumers not only pursue high-quality products, but also pay more attention to green, technology, personalization, and sustainable development. Innovative products and consumption trends born in China are constantly going to the world and becoming an important reference for the global market.
L'Oréal China R&I Center, located in Shanghai (上海), has been established for 21 years, which vividly reflects our R&D strategy of "global core, Chinese heart, and future prosperity." Here, a team of nearly 400 scientists deeply decodes the needs of local consumers and provides guidance for global innovation trends. The "supramolecular" technology jointly developed by us and our Chinese partners has been widely used in L'Oréal's international brand product portfolio. We took the lead in launching the first open innovation challenge "BIG BANG" beauty technology co-creation program in China, and jointly explored the future development direction of beauty technology with Chinese start-ups, and promoted the accelerated landing and industrialization of cutting-edge technologies.
In today's complex and volatile international environment, the importance of opening up and cooperation is becoming increasingly prominent. China's continued promotion of high-level opening up to the outside world not only releases the precious certainty to the world, but also profoundly reveals a truth: future prosperity is by no means a closed "closed-door approach," but a deep integration of mutual achievements. L'Oréal's development history in China is a vivid portrayal of the "beauty and commonality" between multinational companies and China. We will look forward to continuing to write a new chapter of "in China, with China, and for China" here with enthusiasm, and our confidence is more firm than ever. We believe that winning in China is winning in the future.
(The author is the CEO of L'Oréal Group)
Promoting Common Prosperity and Achieving Inclusive Development
Men Du (门杜) (Cameroon)
Walking on the land of China makes me firmly believe that to look forward to the future of a country, we must see how it treats the most ordinary people; to judge a development model, we must see whether it can truly benefit all the people.
At this year's National People's Congress (全国两会) of China, "common prosperity" is still a keyword that runs through the entire process. From increasing the income of urban and rural residents, increasing the minimum standard of basic pensions, to further strengthening the bottom-line guarantee of people's livelihood, and promoting the equalization of basic public services, I not only saw the solemn commitment of the Chinese government to the Chinese people, but also found the answer to "why today's China is tomorrow's world."
For a long time, modernization seems to have been labeled as "exclusive to a few countries and enjoyed by a few groups." China has broken this curse with concrete actions, not only completing the industrialization process that Western developed countries have gone through for hundreds of years in a few decades, but also always adhering to the concept of "not leaving anyone behind," and using a development path of strong planning, long cycle, and hard execution, it has not only achieved leapfrog development, but also avoided the predicament of polarization between the rich and the poor and urban-rural division.
I have visited and investigated more than 20 provinces and dozens of villages in China, and witnessed the vivid practice of Chinese-style modernization taking root at the grassroots level and benefiting the people. In Shanao Village (沙壕村), Luliang City (吕梁市), Shanxi (山西), farmers' income, employment, education, and health are all implemented and responded to; in Shenshan Village (神山村), Jinggangshan City (井冈山市), Jiangxi (江西), villagers in the former poor village have taken off their poor hats and lived a good life by relying on planting and breeding industries and e-commerce live broadcasting; in Xiaogucheng Village (小古城村), Hangzhou City (杭州市), Zhejiang (浙江), the concept of "green mountains and clear waters are golden mountains and silver mountains" resonates with people's happy life... I often hear a sentence during the investigation: "Modernization is not a solo show for a few people, but a chorus of hundreds of millions of people." This seemingly simple sentence is a maxim that guides the future development of mankind.
The future that the world needs is never an unbalanced pattern in which a few countries exclusively enjoy prosperity and most countries are in long-term backwardness, nor is it a cold picture in which the gap between the rich and the poor continues to widen and vulnerable groups are marginalized, but a beautiful future in which all countries work together and develop and progress together. China's development practice with common prosperity as the background provides an answer to solving the problems of the times - only by putting the people in the highest position in our hearts, integrating fairness and justice into development, and combining long-term planning with firm implementation can we embark on a new road of modernization that not only develops ourselves but also inspires the world.
The reason why Chinese-style modernization touches the world is not only because of its rapid development speed and large volume, but also because it redefines the core of modernization values - development is for the people, development relies on the people, and development results are shared by the people. Common prosperity is by no means egalitarianism, but is based on high-quality development, so that everyone has development opportunities, life security, and a striving future; common prosperity is not a temporary measure, but a long-term pursuit that runs through the entire process of national development. This people-centered development thought injects confidence and points out the direction for the vast number of developing countries that yearn for development and pursue fairness.
For the Global South countries, including African countries, today's China is exactly the tomorrow we aspire to and strive for. We look forward to development, and even more look forward to inclusive development in which everyone participates and everyone benefits; we pursue modernization, and even more pursue localized modernization based on our own national conditions and in line with our own realities. China's practice fully proves that there is never a single path to modernization, and development does not have to be at the expense of fairness. All countries can completely embark on a path of leapfrog development that suits them while maintaining unity and stability.
I always firmly believe that common prosperity is not only China's development story, but also the ideal look of human development. A China that does not leave anyone behind, adheres to the happiness of all people, adheres to peaceful development, and is committed to benefiting the world is the most promising future of this era.
(The author is a Doctor of Law from Peking University (北京大学) and the Director of the International Exchange Department of the China-Africa Private Sector Chamber of Commerce)
Ecological Civilization Construction Explores Harmonious Coexistence between Man and Nature
Walid Gidan (瓦利德·吉丹) (Egypt)
Since entering the new era, China's ecological civilization construction has achieved remarkable results. By firmly establishing the concept of ecological civilization and vigorously promoting the construction of a beautiful China, China has redefined the relationship between economic growth and environmental protection, providing important inspiration for mankind to explore the future of harmonious coexistence between man and nature.
My observation of China's ecological environmental protection began with my research on rice genetics at the Yunnan Academy of Agricultural Sciences (云南省农业科学院). In scientific research practice, I deeply realized that Chinese agricultural research not only pursues yield increase, but also pays more attention to the long-term stability and sustainable development of the ecosystem. Chinese researchers are committed to cultivating crop varieties that are more resistant to adversity and less dependent on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, and promoting the transformation of agriculture towards green, efficient, and sustainable directions. This development idea shows that modern agriculture can completely protect the ecological environment while meeting human needs.
The year I worked and lived in Haikou (海口), Hainan (海南), gave me a more three-dimensional understanding of China's ecological civilization construction. The ecological environmental protection here is not only reflected in farmland and forests, but also extends to the ocean and coastal wetlands. The mangrove protection and restoration project left a deep impression on me. In the protected area, elevated boardwalks allow people to get close to nature while avoiding disturbance to the ecosystem. This way of combining ecological environmental protection with sustainable tourism reflects the benign interaction between development and protection.
I gradually understood the core logic behind China's ecological transformation: development must respect the carrying capacity of nature and continuously enhance the resilience of the ecosystem. From the delineation of ecological protection red lines to large-scale afforestation, desertification control, and biodiversity protection, to the rapid development of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind energy, China is promoting green transformation through systematic planning, so that ecological environmental protection and economic growth form a benign interaction. China has proved that ecological environmental protection and economic development are not contradictory, but can achieve coordinated unity. Through a combination of long-term planning, technological innovation, and social participation, China has explored a feasible path that both promotes the modernization process and protects the ecological environment.
China's practices in sustainable agriculture, ecological restoration, urban planning, and clean energy provide referable experiences for the world, and also provide a realistic path for building a future of harmonious coexistence between man and nature. New energy buses travel through city streets, green spaces are integrated into urban planning, and garbage sorting and resource recycling have become public conscious actions... Seeing local community people actively participating in these environmental protection actions, I realized that the future of sustainable development cannot be separated from the guidance of macro-level systems and policies, nor can it be separated from the broad participation and joint efforts of all sectors of society, and all of this is happening in China before my eyes.
What I saw in China was not only the improvement of the ecological environment, but also a development concept for the future. Scientific research, government governance, and social action form a synergy here, turning ecological environmental protection from a vision into reality. Practice has proved that when environmental responsibility is placed at the core of development, mankind can completely embark on a sustainable path of modernization. I always believe that "Beautiful China" is a country's development vision, and "Beautiful World" is the future picture jointly pursued by mankind. A China that respects nature, protects ecology, and promotes green development is outlining the future of harmonious coexistence between man and nature for the world, and this practice and experience will also inject lasting confidence and strength into the sustainable development of all mankind.
(The author is an Associate Professor of Plant Breeding and Molecular Biology at the Egyptian Agricultural Research Center)
Advocating Exchange and Mutual Learning Illuminates the Path Forward for Humanity
Hai Er (海尔) (Greece)
Hair (Greece)
As a Greek scholar who has lived, researched, and loved Chinese culture in China for a long time, I deeply feel that the balance between material abundance and spiritual fulfillment has become the core proposition for the sustainable development of human civilization. In recent years, the Chinese path to modernization formed in China's development practice, together with the Global Civilization Initiative, is providing a new path for solving this era's problem with Eastern wisdom. It is not a simple return to tradition, nor a blind pursuit of modernity, but advocates mutual learning and mutual appreciation in civilized dialogue, and jointly moving towards a higher level of prosperity.
My connection with China began in my youth. When reading the works of the Greek writer Nikos Kazantzakis, I saw his appreciation of Chinese culture and his discussion of the similarities between the two cultures. These deeply touched me. I started learning Chinese and studying in China, becoming the first Greek to receive a master's and doctoral degree from the University of International Business and Economics (对外经济贸易大学). This choice completely changed my life trajectory, allowing me to gradually become a participant from an observer of China's development.
Since the reform and opening up, China has not only achieved economic take-off, but also inherited traditional arts and developed creative industries in cultural self-confidence, regarding cultural vitality as an important part of the quality of life. Cultural undertakings and cultural industries are booming, and spiritual and cultural products are rich and colorful. From traditional festival celebrations to contemporary literary and artistic creations, from the "museum craze" to digital cultural communication, the Chinese people are increasingly enriching their spiritual world while pursuing material abundance, which coincides with the concept of happiness of the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle.
In recent years, I have actively promoted the cultures of Greece and China to the people of both countries. I have realized that cultural exchange and mutual learning are not a one-way output, but a two-way nourishment. Chinese-style modernization rejects the one-way narrative of "modernization = Westernization" and insists on **两手抓、两手都要硬** (liǎng shǒu zhuā, liǎng shǒu dōu yào yìng - "grasp with both hands, both hands must be strong," to pay attention to both material and spiritual civilization), providing a new paradigm for the coordinated development of material and spiritual civilization for the world.
In the face of complex and volatile international situations, strengthening civilized dialogue and enhancing mutual understanding are regarded as important ways to promote world peace and development. The Global Civilization Initiative is precisely the sublimation of this concept at the international level. The initiative advocates respecting the diversity of world civilizations, promoting the common values of all mankind, valuing the inheritance and innovation of civilizations, and strengthening international cultural exchanges and cooperation. It provides a new view of civilization for today's world: diversity is not the root of conflict, but the source of creativity; dialogue and mutual learning are not optional, but the only way for mankind to move forward.
The progress of human civilization should not only be measured by industrial and high-tech indicators, but also by "what kind of people we become together." More than 2,000 years ago, the two major civilizations of Greece and China echoed each other at the two ends of the Eurasian continent, making a foundational contribution to the evolution of human civilization. Today, my greatest wish is to promote deeper exchanges between the two countries and young people in the East and West - to carry out more joint training, field research, and joint research projects, so that more young Greeks can personally feel Chinese wisdom, and let the civilizations of the two countries shine with new brilliance in mutual learning and mutual appreciation.
Today's China is outlining the future of human civilization for the world with the vivid practice of building spiritual civilization - the concept of mutual learning among civilizations advocated by China has long transcended national boundaries and become a guide for the progress of human civilization. It will promote each civilization to radiate lasting vitality in symbiosis and common prosperity, and lead the world to jointly write a new chapter in the progress of human civilization.
(The author is the director of the Greece-China Economic and Cultural Institute and an adjunct professor at the University of International Business and Economics (对外经济贸易大学).)
(The text of this edition was compiled and edited by reporters Bai Ziwei (白紫微), Che Bin (车斌), and Xie Yahong (谢亚宏) from this newspaper.)
By: 本报记者 王锦涛 曾亦辰
In the spring, all things recover. In the Nanshan Huaniu Apple Base in Maiji District (麦积区), Tianshui City (天水市), Gansu Province (甘肃省), Wu Zhengquan (武正全), director of the Xinmin Apple Planting Professional Cooperative, is busy checking the flower buds of the fruit trees.
"The price of apples was good last year, and the income of the members has increased. Once the season arrives, I always think about the fields." Standing in the middle of the orchard, Wu Zhengquan (武正全) has a simple smile. As far as the eye can see, there are rows of fruit trees, which are also the stable days of the villagers.
How can an apple become a fruit of prosperity for the people? How can a traditional variety go steady and far in the tide of the times? How can a group of grassroots cadres find their position, improve their ability, and serve the masses in industrial development? Recently, the reporter walked into Maiji District (麦积区) to explore the vivid practice of developing new quality productivity in agriculture in accordance with local conditions, and to find answers from the party members and cadres.
A Choice of "Not Following the Trend"
What industry to develop tests vision and, more importantly, the concept of political achievement.
In the 1980s, Maiji District (麦积区), as the main producing area of Huaniu apples (花牛苹果) in the country, once faced a difficult choice. At that time, Fuji apples (富士苹果), with their advantages of easy storage and transportation, were rapidly promoted and planted everywhere, becoming a "sweet pastry" in the market. In contrast, the Marshal series of Huaniu apples (花牛苹果) had obvious shortcomings—they were not resistant to storage or transportation, and the best fresh-eating period was short, and they were prone to becoming soft after a long storage period, which meant higher market risks.
"Growing Fuji, you are not afraid of bumps when you pull it to the south, and it can be stored for a long time. There are many people who collect the fruit, and you can see the benefits in a short period of time."
"But there are many places in the country that can grow Fuji. If we can't grow differentiated products, the bargaining power of fruit farmers will only become lower and lower."
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Under the debate, the cadres did not rush to make a decision, but went into the fields with questions, consulted experts, visited the market, asked the masses for their opinions, looked at the resource endowments, and calculated the long-term benefits.
The more in-depth the research, the clearer the direction. The Tianshui (天水) area has deep soil, sufficient sunshine, and a large temperature difference between day and night, which is especially conducive to the coloring and sugar accumulation of Huaniu apples (花牛苹果). "The aroma, color, and texture of Huaniu (花牛) are unique, and the market recognition is very high. If we change the variety, we may earn a little more in the short term, but keeping Huaniu (花牛) and improving the quality will benefit the villagers for a long time." In the end, the cadres reached a consensus: "We will grow Huaniu (花牛)!"
"The selection and breeding of a new apple variety takes as long as 17 to 20 years, just as the growth of the apple industry is a long-term undertaking that requires patience and perseverance. If we had followed the trend and changed varieties at that time, the Tianshui (天水) Marshal series of varieties would no longer exist." Zhou Xiaokang (周晓康), deputy director of the Tianshui Fruit Tree Research Institute (天水市果树研究所), said, "We also preserve more than 30 kinds of Marshal series apple germplasm resources. Although the value of these germplasm resources is difficult to reflect in the short term, we must also protect them."
Making choices tests determination and even more hard work. On the Loess Plateau, planting trees is a long process. To allow fruit trees to take root, it is necessary to solve the problems that have long restricted the development of the Huaniu apple (花牛苹果) industry, such as scattered planting, poor transportation, and insufficient water resources.
In 2005, Maiji District (麦积区) launched the construction of the Nanshan (南山) 150,000-mu Huaniu apple (花牛苹果) base. "At that time, the transportation and water source conditions in Nanshan (南山) were not the best, but the mass base was good and the enthusiasm was high." Gao Yongxin (高永新), deputy director of the Maiji District Agriculture and Rural Bureau (麦积区农业农村局), recalled, "The district party committee and the district government saw the potential here and strengthened their confidence in building supporting facilities."
Walking into the Tianliren Fruit Farmers Professional Cooperative (麦积区天利仁果品农民专业合作社) in Maiji District (麦积区), bags of special fertilizer for fruit trees are being continuously sent to the fields through "small light rails."
In response to the pain points of difficult transportation and high losses in mountainous orchards, the local government actively implemented field transportation network transformation projects through an "incentive mechanism of subsidies in lieu of awards"; in order to completely solve the problem of transportation difficulties during the peak sales season, the field paths were widened into industrial transportation roads... With more than 20 years of continuous investment, Maiji District (麦积区) has insisted on taking Huaniu apples (花牛苹果) as a pillar industry. The Nanshan (南山) base has been equipped with 360 kilometers of industrial roads and 6 lifting irrigation projects, becoming the largest Marshal series apple production base in Asia.
"The fruits that follow the trend rot in a basket, and the fruits that take root are sweet every year." In the main apple producing area of Maiji District (麦积区), cadres often say this to the masses. Patience and perseverance have laid a solid foundation for the industry. As of now, the planting area of Huaniu apples (花牛苹果) in Maiji District (麦积区) has reached 414,000 mu, with an annual output value of 3 billion yuan, and the Huaniu apple (花牛苹果) industry directly drives the income increase of more than 60,000 farmers.
An Offensive of "Decreasing First and Then Increasing"
Maiji District (麦积区) has a large population and little land, and the planting scale is limited. How to improve the quality of a single fruit?
To this end, agricultural technicians suggested: leave only two flower buds in each inflorescence, and leave only an appropriate amount of fruit on each branch, concentrate the nutrients, and produce high-quality fruits with large size, good appearance, and high price. This caused a lot of controversy among growers.
"Flowers are money, fruits are food. Asking us to pick off good flowers and fruits, isn't this destroying the orchard?"
"I have been growing apples all my life, and the more flowers, the better!"
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In a hurry, the cadres found Wu Zhengquan (武正全): "Zhengquan (正全), you are a party member, you try first. If you succeed, everyone will naturally believe it."
With the encouragement and support of the cadres, Wu Zhengquan (武正全) took the lead in carrying out experiments in his own orchard, strictly following the technical standards for thinning flowers, thinning fruits, pruning, and fertilizing. "At that time, the town and village cadres and agricultural technicians stayed in the orchard every day, guiding hand in hand and explaining face to face." He remembers clearly.
When the autumn harvest season came, the apples in the scientifically managed orchard were uniform in size and had a smooth fruit surface. After the purchasers came to the door, the price they offered was more than 1 yuan higher per catty than ordinary apples. It was calculated that one mu of land could earn more than 10,000 yuan more.
Once the accounts were clear, the hearts of the masses were also clear. The following year, many fruit farmers took the initiative to come to the door to ask Wu Zhengquan (武正全) for the skills of thinning flowers and thinning fruits.
The cadres seized the opportunity to move the technical classroom to the fields, inviting provincial and municipal forestry and fruit experts and local technicians to give on-site lectures, on-site pruning, and on-site Q&A for fruit farmers. As the party branch secretary of the Nanshan Apple Association (南山苹果协会), Wu Zhengquan (武正全) also led the association's party members to contract households by area, with each person paired with 10 fruit farmers to carry out technical training and improve planting methods.
What impressed Wu Zhengquan (武正全) was another "subtraction." Previously, in order to improve the level of intensive cultivation and fine management, Maiji District (麦积区) implemented a number of old orchard renovation and upgrading projects, which required digging out old tree species, widening the spacing between plants and rows, so as to facilitate mechanical operation and intelligent water and fertilizer integration equipment installation.
According to past experience, this kind of work that affects short-term output has great resistance, but this time, the masses were particularly cooperative: "Following the organization is definitely right. Thinning flowers and thinning fruits has made us money, and renovating the old orchard must be right too. We listen to the cadres."
Mapaoquan Town (马跑泉镇) is a key town for Huaniu apple (花牛苹果) production in Maiji District (麦积区). "In the past, the trees in this orchard were old, the fruits were small and of poor quality, and they could not be sold at a good price. After a year of hard work, there was not much income. Now, not only are there renovation subsidies, but also technicians teach us how to renovate and manage the orchard. My old orchard has been rejuvenated through high grafting and replacement, and new varieties such as Russian dwarf and Vari have been introduced." Yan Junjun (闫君君), a villager in Longhuai Village (龙槐村), said with emotion.
A Group of "Expert" Cadres
"Wu Linbing (武林兵), come and take care of your land! It's already spring, why haven't you removed the moisturizing bags you put on in winter?"
In Ershilipu Village (二十里铺村), Huaniu Town (花牛镇), Zhang Wangwei (张王玮), director of the town's party building work office, hurriedly dialed the phone of villager Lao Wu (老武) while walking.
"If the moisturizing bags are not removed in time, they may 'burn the buds' after the temperature rises, which will affect the harvest of the fruit trees for the year. We can't be anxious about things that are related to the income increase of fruit farmers." Zhang Wangwei (张王玮) explained to reporters.
The director of the party building office is also an apple expert? In front of Zhang Wangwei's (张王玮) desk, there is a "Apple Annual Management Operation Calendar" posted, which shows when to pollinate and when to prune at a glance. "You have to know the life of an apple in your heart," he said.
Nowadays, in Maiji District (麦积区), party members and cadres are escorting every link of apple planting, management, and sales.
For Gao Yongxin (高永新), the most worrying season every year is the season when frost is frequent. "Once there is frost and hail, fruit farmers have to bear a lot of risks." In the past two years, in order to strengthen hardware protection, the district has established 8,200 mu of disaster prevention facilities such as hail nets. During the season when frost is frequent, he often stays in the fields with other cadres to assist fruit farmers in fighting disasters.
Walking into Tianshui Great Wall Juice Group Co., Ltd. (天水长城果汁集团股份有限公司), the leading enterprise in the apple deep processing chain in Maiji District (麦积区), intelligent robots are precisely packing Huaniu apple (花牛苹果) juice on the conveyor belt.
Liu Zihao (刘子皓), director of the company's party office, felt deeply: "In the past two years, the cadres have actively organized us to participate in domestic and foreign exhibitions to expand diversified markets. At present, our leading product, concentrated apple juice, has been sold to more than 50 countries and regions."
"The transformation from 'understanding' to 'proficiency' requires hard work at ordinary times." Cao Libin (曹利斌), deputy director of the Maiji District Bureau of Commerce (麦积区商务局), "dives" into enterprises whenever he has time. "In addition to the sales season when apples are on the market, we also guide and improve services in advance during the planting period, promote order-based planting, and do a good job in supply and demand docking."
Maiji District (麦积区) tempers its cadres' excellent skills on the front line of the industry, and takes the main agricultural producing areas and key links in the industrial chain as the main battlefield for cadre training and selection. In 2025, it will have promoted more than 60 cadres on the front line of rural comprehensive revitalization industry.
"Abandoning the decentralized thinking of 'doing everything in a comprehensive and average way' and using our abilities in the industry and focusing our energy on development is the clear requirement of the Maiji District Committee (麦积区委) for the vast number of cadres." Song Changhua (宋昌华), Minister of the Organization Department of the Maiji District Committee (麦积区委组织部), said, "In the future, we will continue to carry out precise training around the needs of the whole chain development of characteristic industries, so that more cadres can achieve their life careers in serving the Huaniu (花牛) industry."
As the interview drew to a close, in the cold storage, Wu Zhengquan (武正全) gently held up a full Huaniu apple (花牛苹果) and asked the reporter to look up from the stem: "The five ridges are neat and tidy, like a five-pointed star. Let's follow the party organization and work hard to plant and sell this fruit well, and everyone will live a more prosperous life together!"
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"Last year, 30,000 public complaints were handled, with almost all cases closed, but the repeat complaint rate increased year-on-year." The observation of a staff member at a public service hotline in a western region is quite thought-provoking.
The completion rate is nearly 100%, but the increase in the repeat complaint rate exposes the quality problems in handling: either marking "resolved" or "transferred" in the system without substantially solving the problem; or treating the symptoms but not the root cause, 按下葫芦浮起瓢 (àn xià hú lu fú qǐ piáo - "press down the gourd, the ladle floats," addressing one problem only to have another arise).
Even worse, some places pursue "good-looking data" to create "face projects," reflecting the erroneous view of taking "numbers" as "political achievements" and replacing "practical results" with "data." The consequence is that there is a gap between the actual feelings of the masses and the statistical data. The data looks good, but the satisfaction of the masses declines.
It should be noted that the phenomenon of only looking at data and disregarding practical results is not an isolated case. In recent years, among the typical problems of rectifying formalism and reducing burdens at the grassroots level reported by the central government, some spend money to buy false reputations, seeking to be listed and promoted on various lists such as "Top 100 Counties" and "Top 1000 Towns"; some build large-scale farmer's bookstores, but emphasize reconstruction over management, resulting in increasingly low actual utilization rates... Data that should objectively reflect the real situation, once "watered down" or "beautified," will "change color and taste." It is no longer a "barometer" of economic and social development, but becomes some people's "fig leaf" and "show stage," which not only misleads decision-making and wastes resources, but also damages the credibility of the Party and the government.
We should not fall into "number games" when grasping work and seeking development. A recent news item has aroused widespread attention: the regional GDP of a certain city in 2025 is only a "stone's throw" away from breaking one trillion. In the face of this result, the local person in charge said, "Seek truth from facts and let nature take its course," "Don't be entangled in numbers, don't be burdened by numbers, and develop in a down-to-earth manner." This response reflects full respect for the laws of economic growth and a clear and pragmatic work style.
True achievements are never piled up with numbers, but are achieved through hard work and struggle. False numbers cannot hide the personal feelings of the masses. What are the achievements? They are contained in the bricks and tiles of the renovation of old residential areas, in the solid results of the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside, and in the process of solving the urgent and difficult problems of the masses in employment, education, and medical care. These tangible and accessible results for the people are more real and weighty than numbers.
It should also be noted that one of the important reasons why serving the people has become a "number game" is that the assessment has gone wrong. Some superior units have deviations in their concept of political achievements and issue targets that are divorced from reality; the grassroots level has "policies from above and countermeasures from below," dealing with bureaucracy with formalism, which ultimately delays the cause, damages people's livelihood, and loses people's hearts.
To get rid of "number games" and eliminate short-sighted behavior, the fundamental solution lies in clarifying for whom the achievements are made. If cadres truly use their energy to solve development problems, improve people's well-being, and enhance governance effectiveness, and do more practical things that lay the foundation, benefit the long term, and benefit the people; if assessments go to the site more often, see specific things more often, and listen to the people more often, so that those who truly work hard are recognized and those who fake and show have no space, then "number games" will have nowhere to hide.
Return to Top"Two years ago, the village built a water plant and needed to temporarily occupy some land. I heard that the land of some village cadres was not occupied, and they also received compensation for attachments..." Not long ago, when staff from the Discipline Inspection Commission and Supervision Commission of Tianquan County (天全县), Ya'an City (雅安市), Sichuan Province (四川省) were conducting supervision and inspection, a villager reported.
The Tianquan County (天全县) Discipline Inspection Commission and Supervision Commission immediately established a verification team to conduct an investigation. The verification team first retrieved the distribution records of temporary land compensation for the project, but did not find the name of the village cadre. Subsequently, when comparing the temporary land use plan and the compensation application form, it was discovered that a villager had declared land that was not within the land use plan. After verification, the villager was indeed a family member of Zhao (赵), the Party Branch Secretary of the village.
The verification team then rushed to the scene to conduct interviews, and nearby villagers confirmed: "This land has always been cultivated by Zhao's (赵) family and has never been seen to be occupied." Faced with the evidence, Zhao (赵) admitted that he had previously used his position to verify and report the compensation for attachments, falsely reporting and embezzling 2,100 yuan in compensation in the name of his family members for personal expenses. Ultimately, Zhao (赵) received an administrative warning and all illegal gains were recovered.
[Disciplinary Officer's Remarks] In this case, the amount involved may seem small, but it damages the trust of the masses in grassroots cadres. Grassroots cadres hold the power to approve and distribute funds benefiting the people, contract and supervise small and micro engineering projects, and make and implement decisions on village affairs. Every matter is related to the vital interests of the masses and cannot tolerate loopholes. The vast number of party members and cadres must enhance their awareness of integrity and self-discipline, constantly conquer the "thief" in their hearts, constantly reflect on the harm of greed, always keep the string of discipline and rules taut, and always be cautious when alone and at the beginning, to avoid 因小失大 (yīn xiǎo shī dà - "lose big because of small," to lose a lot for a little) and 得不偿失 (dé bù cháng shī - "gain not worth the loss," the gains do not make up for the losses).
(Wang Qiao (王乔))
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In late March, walking into the Fengchaoshan area (凤巢山片区) of Baojing County (保靖县), Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture (湘西土家族苗族自治州), Hunan Province (湖南省), golden rapeseed flowers undulate in the wind, and fresh air permeates the countryside.
In the Fengchaoshan area (凤巢山片区), Ganxi Village (甘溪村), Datao Village (大妥村), Maluo Village (马洛村), Xule Village (胥乐村), Yanjing Village (盐井村), and Fuxing Village (复兴村) are connected by mountains and rivers and have similar resources, but they once faced difficulties such as unbalanced development, insufficient infrastructure, a single industrial structure, and weak grassroots governance. To this end, the area has formulated a unified development plan, strengthened the joint assistance of the first secretaries stationed in villages and the village work teams, and promoted the differentiated and coordinated development of each village.
"In the past, each village work team was in charge of one village, like five fingers stretching out in different directions. Now we are 攥指成拳 (zuàn zhǐ chéng quán - "clench fingers into a fist," to unite and work together)," said Wang Dazhi (王大志), head of the Party Building Work Coordination Committee of the area.
From "helping one village" to "driving an area," in recent years, Baojing County (保靖县) has adhered to the leadership of Party building and explored the implementation of joint village assistance, adopting a model of driving the coordinated development of multiple surrounding villages with one or two stationed villages, and dividing the county's 12 towns and 173 villages (communities) into 31 joint village assistance areas according to the principles of geographical proximity, similar industries, and complementary advantages. The area has established a Party Building Work Coordination Committee, composed of the Party organization secretaries of each village in the area, the first secretaries stationed in the villages, the heads of the township Party committees, and the heads of the Party organizations of the dispatching units, to promote the realization of common development, resource sharing, and common prosperity.
In the ten thousand acres of tea gardens in Huangjin Village (黄金村), a tea-tourism integrated development area in Lüdongshan Town (吕洞山镇), pieces of tea leaves are emerald green and dripping, and tea farmers are skillfully picking the first batch of emerald green buds. Down the mountain, the tea-making workshop is buzzing with machines, and tea farmers are busy processing the fresh leaves picked in the morning.
"In the past, each village undercut each other to sell tea, and the fresh leaves of spring tea could not be sold at a good price. Now everyone is 'frying tea in the same pot'," said Shi Yingchao (石英超), secretary of the Party branch of Huangjin Village (黄金村). The five tea-producing villages in the area jointly implemented "unified trading market + guaranteed price acquisition + high-quality and good price" for fresh leaves, and also unified brand identification and packaging design, increasing the income of tea farmers in the five villages by 8.7%.
The first secretaries stationed in villages and the members of the village work teams come from different units, and their experiences, expertise, and knowledge structures vary greatly. Baojing County (保靖县) promotes the establishment of a regular exchange mechanism for the first secretaries stationed in villages, with townships as the unit, and around policy consultation, industrial development, project promotion, and conflict mediation, they learn from each other and unite to gather strength.
The accumulation of garbage in the river channel is difficult to clean up. The first secretaries stationed in the villages jointly studied, purchased garbage transfer equipment, established a management team, and implemented a "village collection, area transfer" model; there is a shortage of labor for picking fresh spring tea leaves in tea-growing villages, and there is a surplus of labor in non-tea-growing villages. Each village has established an idle labor allocation mechanism, which increases the employment income of villagers while ensuring the picking of spring tea... The six villages in the Shuitian area (水田片区) of Shuitianhe Town (水田河镇) are "twisted into one rope" to coordinate resource allocation and resolve conflicts and problems.
Today, each joint village assistance area is also actively forming a council to promote the coordinated development of the area, widely absorbing the heads of collective economic organizations and strong village companies in each village, science and technology commissioners, and business entities such as farmers' professional cooperatives.
"I can rest assured to hand over the few acres of land at home to Xiao He (小何)! Not only will it not be abandoned, but I can also get 2,000 yuan a year," said Zeng Fadong (曾发东), a villager in Xizhou Village (溪洲村), Yangchao Township (阳朝乡).
In the past two years, He Jun (何俊), the head of the Xizhouli Yumin Agricultural Machinery Cooperative (溪州里裕民农机合作社) and the chairman of the council for promoting coordinated development in the area, has taken the lead in establishing an agricultural machinery sharing service team in the area to provide farmers in each village with "semi-trusteeship + full-trusteeship" services for agricultural machinery cultivation, with a service area of 23,000 mu.
"We will continue to deepen joint construction, sharing, assistance and cooperation, promote the flow and optimal allocation of resource elements on a larger scale, and promote the transformation from 'one village rich' to 'every village rich' and from 'one place beautiful' to 'one area beautiful'," said Zhou Jianwu (周建武), Secretary of the Baojing County (保靖县) Party Committee.
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AI doesn't know that sometimes silence is more powerful than shouting, and imperfection is the most perfect. This is the value of human-led, "hand-crafted" work: an impromptu performance, a chance inspiration, a decision against the algorithm. This 1% soul injection from a "living person's touch" is the key to making AI works stand out from the massive amount of content.
This is an era that requires constant running. Over the past year, the widespread application of AIGC (Artificial Intelligence Generated Content) technology in video production has entered a new stage. If the AI wave was only rushing from afar last year, now it has swept through every corner of the film and television industry like a tsunami. Netizens commented sharply: "In the past, when we looked at AI, we looked at where it was like a human; now, when we look at AI, we look at where it is unlike a human."
Thomas Edison once said, "Genius is 99% perspiration and 1% inspiration," but there is a second half to this sentence: "That 1% of inspiration is the most important." By analogy, AI is helping us complete 99% of the work at an unprecedented speed, and we must answer: What is the remaining 1%? If 99% becomes standard, what will define TV series and web series? What will we use to define a good work?
The film and television industry is entering the "one-person crew" era, and we must face and embrace the leap in productivity brought about by AI. For some time, heavy capital, long cycles, and high risks have become pain points that plague the development of traditional film and television production. The intervention of AI technology is expected to break this predicament and achieve an efficiency revolution.
The development of AI video has broadened the talent boundaries of film and television creation and absorbed more diverse creative forces. AI can help present good stories. As long as you have creativity and passion, you can realize your dream of film and television creation. This not only injects fresh blood into the film and television industry, but also breaks the traditional training model of film and television talents, forming a diversified, younger, and more popular creative talent team, which is expected to lay a solid talent foundation for the long-term development of the industry.
The development of AI video has expanded the creative boundaries of traditional film and television. AI technology allows creators to break through the limitations of physical space and technical conditions, freely express creativity, and convey emotions, which not only enriches the supply of film and television content, but also meets the diverse and personalized aesthetic needs of today's audiences.
This is the inclusiveness of technology and the equality of creation. AI is liberating creators and artists with ideas, creativity, and aesthetics from heavy repetitive labor, so that 99% of the sweat no longer requires a human sea tactic, and no longer requires day and night suffering. It improves efficiency, lowers the threshold, and opens the wonderful world of images to more people. It can be said that this is a gift of the times, an inevitable path for the film and television industry to move towards the future, and a great liberation of productivity.
AI technology brings unlimited possibilities to film and television creation, but technology is a tool, creativity is the core, and content is the foundation. While actively embracing AI, we must also guard against four "losses." The first is loss of authenticity: only pursuing technical details, becoming more and more perfect, and more and more similar, losing the precious sense of reality; the second is loss of focus: using algorithms to dominate creation, forgetting that what creation really has to face is the times, life, and the audience, rather than data, traffic, and labels; the third is loss of defense: using magic modification and tampering to deconstruct basic social consensus and core values, and using homogeneous and vulgar electronic waste to squeeze the living space of excellent works; the fourth is loss of order: AI content is difficult to distinguish between true and false, how to distinguish between innovation and simple synthesis? How to protect copyright? How to maintain cultural order? Many new issues remain to be answered in practice.
Some people say that a good creator can create "colorful black," which is contradictory in life logic, but valid in art. It comes from people's unique perception of the world, from people's complex understanding of emotions, and from people's subtle grasp of the spectrum of human nature. Although AI video can generate exquisite pictures in a few seconds, the audience's highest praise is "no AI taste," which is the gap between the fitting of technology to the "average" and the "human touch" of personal creation. AI doesn't know that sometimes silence is more powerful than shouting, and imperfection is the most perfect. This is the value of human-led, "hand-crafted" work: an impromptu performance, a chance inspiration, a decision against the algorithm. This 1% soul injection from a "living person's touch" is the key to making AI works stand out from the massive amount of content. To find this precious 1%, creators need to—
Base themselves on the times and synchronize creation with the present. "Literature carries the Tao and conveys emotions." Only by basing ourselves on the new era, showing new achievements, making good use of AI technology, and integrating creation into the great cause of national development and national rejuvenation, focusing on the theme of the times, and telling Chinese stories, can we jump out of the quick-dying routines and create classic works that transcend time.
Inherit the cultural context and make the images have roots to find. The ancient wisdom and flowing cultural genes in the Chinese cultural context cannot be easily exhausted by data. Using AI should not be satisfied with imitating the "form" of culture, but also control AI to understand the "soul" of culture. It should not only make AI a carrier of cultural symbols, but also make the generated works present the spirit and charm of Chinese culture, and use new technologies to revitalize ancient wisdom in the new era.
Cultivate art deeply and let works reach people's hearts. AI can calculate the audience's preferences, but it is difficult to calculate the audience's resonance. Those works that people remember for a lifetime are often not the most "refreshing," but the most "real."
Looking to the future, AI technology, as a new force that changes the film and television industry, not only carries the dreams of creators, but also carries the hope of high-quality development of the film and television industry, and carries the mission of helping to build a strong cultural country. We must adhere to integrity and innovation, empower technology, grasp standardized management with one hand, and grasp application improvement with the other, and promote the healthy and prosperous development of the AI video industry.
(The author is the Director of the TV Drama Department of the State Administration of Radio and Television (国家广播电视总局) )
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Recently, a wave of "archaeology" has swept towards actors. He Rundong's (何润东) "foolish efforts" for a role 14 years ago have now become cherished "real skills" in creation; because of Dong Yong's (董勇) breakthrough in the role of Feng Dao in "The Peaceful Years," his image as a "police professional" is once again being talked about by the public. In the current era of rapid turnover of trending topics, these actors, affectionately called "old generation artists" by netizens, have used their works to preserve the memory of the Internet and have also withstood the passage of time with their roles.
The "archaeology" of netizens may be a temporary whim, but the collective preference from the audience is always genuine, just like the highly praised comment on social media - "Revival is a vote of confidence from the audience for good actors." They are not addicted to personal settings, nor are they familiar with the password of traffic, and are even jokingly called "from the last century," but they are unforgettable because of their focus on creation and their adherence to professionalism. Behind the nostalgia is also embedded a reflection on the current literary and artistic ecology of 千人一面 (qiān rén yī miàn - "thousand people one face," describes something as being monotonous or lacking individuality): standardized data, personal settings, and packaging may prefabricate popular models, but they are ultimately castles in the air; "archaeology" also means a kind of calibration, so that the important value of those performances with determination and vitality to literary and artistic creation can be re-examined and evaluated.
Popularity is always here and now, but the works that can truly transcend time always come from the performer's professional in-depth cultivation and passionate investment. Yu Shi (于是之) performed in the drama "Teahouse" for the last time, and he forgot a few words due to illness. Behind the regret of saying "sorry to the audience" was his awe of creation. Qin Yi (秦怡) still insisted on writing scripts and reciting lines in her nineties, and even insisted on going to the plateau to shoot. She used her actions to interpret what is meant by "acting is more important than anything else." Lan Tianye (蓝天野) said, "The real creation does not rely on empty skills, but on solid life accumulation." His life is a story, and the story is also life. He truly integrated a professional attitude into his individual life.
Good actors may be in different eras, but they all share a calm and firm creative attitude: they have patience in shaping roles, knowing both where they come from and where they are going; they also have a judgment on creative expression, knowing what can be done and what cannot be done; and they also have a clear understanding of the noise of fame and fortune, understanding that the meaning of performance is only for the creation itself. The audience's "preference" has always been for those works and people who can withstand the precipitation of time and maintain artistic integrity.
No one is born to understand art, but some can live themselves into respectable "old actors" in decades of professional adherence. They can not only stand the test of "archaeology," but are also always needed. Therefore, even if the fresh topics on the Internet change rapidly, these names and the creations behind them will never be forgotten. In them, creation is not only a professional experience, but also a way of life - taking art as a lifelong career and allowing creation to continue to dialogue with the times.
When "both virtue and art" is more than just a vision, but truly converges into an industry consensus, this professional spirit can be continued in the conscious inheritance of generations of literary and art workers. In this way, "being seen" is no longer just accidental, but highlights the essence of literary and artistic creation, which should be based on works and let professionalism speak for itself.
(The author is an associate professor at the School of Journalism and Communication, Renmin University of China)
Return to TopBy: 周 逵
As the final chorus of "Clouds of Hometown" ("故乡的云") came to a close, "Endless Melody: China-Pop Season" ("声生不息·华流季") completed its musical journey across five continents. From stage performances under the spotlight to memory recall related to the songs, and then to the unfolding of city streets and foreign life, the melody flowed and echoed between different levels, telling the audience that music is not just an auditory enjoyment, but also a confirmation, confirming where we come from and who we are listening with.
The stage is the starting point for all of this. In "Sound of Chinatown" ("声生唐人街"), there is a group of "China-Pop Partners" ("华流搭子") who bring together artistic inspiration with the imprints of different ages and regions, performing popular music works. On the one hand, classic tracks such as "Love is Just a Word" ("爱就一个字"), "Moonlight Lover" ("月光爱人"), and "Rain Butterfly" ("雨蝶") establish a broad and solid emotional foundation for the program from the beginning. On the other hand, niche new works such as "Forget You in the Arctic" ("去北极忘记你"), "Wheat" ("麦子"), and "Count to Ten" ("数到十"), which have not been created for long and have relatively limited dissemination, highlight the vitality of current Chinese pop music. Classics solidify shared memories, and new works bring new experiences. The juxtaposition of the two shows the "endless" music renewal mechanism.
The biggest innovation of this season's program is the intertwining of stage performances and world travel. The stage part completes the concentrated expression of emotions, while the "travelogue" section provides a sense of reality. "Special Correspondents" go deep into Chinatowns, communities, and daily life scenes in different regions to explore how Chinese culture is expressed, accepted, and recreated through popular music. In the Asia chapter, the family stories told in a gentle voice and the smoky atmosphere immersed in Bak Kut Teh present the real state of Chinese culture settling and integrating in migration. In the Africa chapter, from clothing, food, housing, and transportation, infrastructure projects to kung fu movies, traditional Chinese medicine, and Confucius Institutes, cultural exchanges are gradually shifting from material contact to spiritual identity. The short drama creators, musicians, and ordinary merchants in the Americas bring Chinese stories and Chinese aesthetics into the local streaming media and consumption systems...
These seemingly scattered fragments of life constantly shift the audience's attention from "is it good to listen to" to "why can it be heard," thereby presenting the real path of culture going overseas. Through continuous travel across five continents, the program establishes a clear documentary logic: Chinese culture is entrusted to specific people and lifestyles, and takes root and extends in different soils in incredibly rich forms and appearances.
At the close, in retrospect, when thousands of lights are lit and familiar melodies are sung in different cities and time zones, people gain a real connection, complete the confirmation of culture, and ultimately form a gentle and lasting force. Accompanying the melody is an emotional arrival that crosses mountains and seas. This arrival is not noisy, but it is profound enough, and this is also the real and moving way that Chinese culture is currently going overseas.
(The author is a researcher at the Network Video Research Center of the Communication University of China (中国传媒大学))
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In recent times, the opera "Lan Huahua" (兰花花), based on Shaanbei folk songs, has been staged again, attracting a large number of viewers to the theater to listen. After watching the opera, many people are still enthusiastically discussing online why classic folk songs are so fascinating.
The Shaanbei folk song "Lan Huahua" (兰花花) has been sung for a long time. The moving story and poignant melody depict the vivid image of Lan Huahua (兰花花), a girl from northern Shaanxi, deeply touching generations of listeners. The opera "Lan Huahua" (兰花花), composed by Zhang Qianyi (张千一), written by Zhao Daming (赵大鸣), and directed by Chen Xinyi (陈薪伊), retains the initial setting of the folk song. On the basis of respecting the spirit of the original work, it enriches the characters' personalities, strengthens the dramatic conflict, and makes the musical drama of the whole play more full. Lan Huahua (兰花花), a beautiful girl from Lanjia River (蓝家河), falls in love with Luo Tuozi (骆驼子), a traveling man from another village. This sincere emotion arouses dissatisfaction among the villagers. Master Zhou (周老爷), a local tyrant who covets Lan Huahua's (兰花花) beauty, plots to marry her to the foolish shepherd, Gan Yang (赶羊), in an attempt to seize her later. Lan Huahua (兰花花), who sees through Master Zhou's (周老爷) vicious intentions, remains steadfast in the face of coercion and temptation. In the end, with no way out, she jumps into the Yellow River (黄河), demonstrating her noble aspirations.
The script focuses on the characters of Lan Huahua (兰花花) and Master Zhou (周老爷), unfolding the design of their dramatic actions and image shaping layer by layer, allowing the tension of good and evil confrontation to run through the entire play. The only flaw is that the supporting characters such as Luo Tuozi (骆驼子), Gan Yang (赶羊), Lan Huahua's (兰花花) father, and the matchmaker are slightly symbolic. Especially Luo Tuozi (骆驼子), after being driven out by the villagers, bids farewell to Lan Huahua (兰花花) with vows and then leaves for other places without any news. Even when he appears in the duet "The Round Moon Hangs in the Sky" (圆圆的月亮挂在天上) in the third act, he is only a psychological illusion born of Lan Huahua's (兰花花) longing. This plot design, while adding to the tragedy of the story from the side, also implies that Lan Huahua (兰花花) "misjudged people" (识人不明), to some extent blurring the heroine's steadfast and decisive character, becoming a plot that needs to be polished in the script creation.
In terms of musical creation, composer Zhang Qianyi's (张千一) exploration is quite ingenious, drawing creative nourishment from traditional culture and using the core melody of the folk song "Lan Huahua" (兰花花) as the thematic clue of the entire play's music throughout. At the same time, professional composition techniques have dramatically developed the folk song melody, making this classic melody a thematic element that portrays Lan Huahua's (兰花花) musical image and unifies the style of the entire play. In addition, the composer skillfully uses diverse vocal forms such as lyrical short songs, arias, recitatives, and ariosos, according to the plot's progression, the escalation of dramatic conflicts, and the needs of character portrayal, combined with duets, ensemble singing of different vocal parts, and choruses, blending with the well-organized symphony orchestra to construct a highly expressive musical drama system.
Among them, the widespread use of asynchronous and conflicting ensemble singing is a major feature of the play, especially the first act chorus, the quintet "Let's Go Together" (要走一起走) by Lan Huahua (兰花花), Luo Tuozi (骆驼子), Gan Yang (赶羊), and others, and the dramatic effect of the duet "I (You) Won't Marry" (我不嫁) in the second act are relatively strong; while Lan Huahua's (兰花花) aria "Looking Up, Life and Death are Both Vague" (抬头生死两茫茫) in the fourth act expresses Lan Huahua's (兰花花) complex psychology and life insights with strong audibility.
The opera "Lan Huahua" (兰花花) dramatically reconstructs folk songs as its base, giving it new artistic vitality with professional opera creation techniques, but it also exposes shortcomings in character shaping and plot design. Its successes and shortcomings in creation are all cases worthy of deep consideration in the development process of national opera, and also provide enlightenment on how to better explore the value of folk songs and promote the modernization of folk song art creation and dissemination.
Folk songs are artistic treasures that contain the national cultural memory. Not only "Lan Huahua" (兰花花), but also "Walking to the West Exit" (走西口), "Jasmine Flower" (茉莉花)... every classic folk song is a cultural IP with great potential. Whether it is opera, dance drama, or musical, popular music adaptation, you can find ways of expression that conform to the aesthetic habits of contemporary audiences, so that folk songs can move towards a broader artistic stage.
Return to Top"Don't get involved in anything, don't delay for even a minute!" In the micro-drama "Northbound," two migrant workers riding motorcycles back to their hometown made a "vow" but repeatedly broke it along the way. From seeking justice for a woman attempting suicide to exposing a scammer with steamed buns, the 3,000-kilometer journey home took on the flavor of a Spring Festival travel season version of "Journey to the West." This frequent delay, at first glance, runs counter to the rush, but it satisfied the audience's expectations, achieving over 600 million effective views.
Micro-dramas have always taken a fast pace as their guiding principle, fearing that viewers will swipe away. "Northbound" deliberately makes the protagonists stop again and again, getting involved in small matters out of kindness. They complain, they hesitate, but when the time comes, they just can't control their enthusiasm. What is particularly impressive is that the protagonist saves a carload of passengers, but in turn, is disliked; he helps people get justice, but is misunderstood himself. If it were another short drama, it would inevitably be rendered into a sentimental point, but "Northbound" glosses over it, the protagonist smiles in relief, and continues on the road. This restraint is closer to reality; after all, doing good deeds does not seek reward.
After watching all 62 episodes, although the connection between the unit stories is occasionally stiff, the significance of this journey home lies in the seemingly superfluous "delays." These repeated "delays" prove that a sense of "living humanity" is more important than "thrills"—slowing down allows the audience to see real people, real choices, and real kindness.
(Li Shiyuan (李诗媛), Haidian District (海淀区), Beijing (北京市))
Return to TopBy: 鱼 非
Classical music has never been the "exclusive product" of the West, and is now undergoing a huge shift from the West to the East. This is not only a simple change in the geographical pattern of art, but also a vivid portrayal of global cultural changes, demonstrating that cultural exchange and mutual learning are deepening.
Recently, data from the German Hamburg data statistics platform Statista shows that Asia is expected to achieve parity with Europe and the United States in classical music box office revenue in the late 2030s. The 2025 annual statistical report released by the classical music network portal Bachtrack also mentioned that the Chinese classical music scene already has a huge and mature ecological system. 管中窥豹 (guǎn zhōng kuī bào - "look at leopard through a pipe," to get a glimpse of the whole through a small part), the eastward shift of the center of gravity of classical music has become a topic of common concern in the industry at home and abroad.
Western classical music originated in Europe and has formed a mature system in hundreds of years of development. The vitality of art lies in flow and innovation. When the Western classical music market is caught in the dilemma of an aging audience and a lack of innovation, the East, especially China, has begun to overtake on a curve. From the perspective of audience structure, China's classical music listeners are mainly young people, and the vigorous new force injects unlimited vitality into the market; from the perspective of industry layout, the eastward migration of international top music festivals such as the Verbier Festival to China in 2026 is not only a high recognition of the potential of the Chinese market by the international music scene, but also a "bet" on the development prospects of Eastern classical music.
Talent is the foundation of artistic development, and the rise of Eastern classical music talents is becoming a key force in rewriting the global classical music landscape. At present, the increasingly perfect Eastern classical music education system is also continuously delivering talents for the development of classical music. In recent years, Asian faces have repeatedly achieved excellent results in top international competitions: in 2025, Chinese players won gold and silver medals in heavyweight events such as the Munich ARD International Music Competition, the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, and the Paganini International Violin Competition, repeatedly refreshing the world's inherent perception of the level of Eastern classical music performance.
Breakthroughs in the field of creation mark the leap of Eastern classical music from "bringing in" to "going out", achieving parity or even leading. More and more classical music creators from the East are entering the international stage, allowing the spirit of Chinese aesthetics to be understood by the world through musical language. Ye Xiaogang (叶小钢), Tan Dun (谭盾), Zhou Wenzhong (周文中), Zhou Long (周龙), Chen Yi (陈怡), Du Yun (杜韵) and other composers have cultivated the international music scene, they are not only proficient in using Western composition techniques, but also deeply rooted in Chinese cultural soil, and have gained extremely rare international recognition.
The human heart has no borders, and music has no boundaries. Classical music has never been the "exclusive product" of the West, and is now undergoing a huge shift from the West to the East. This is not only a simple change in the geographical pattern of art, but also a vivid portrayal of global cultural changes, demonstrating that cultural exchange and mutual learning are deepening. For the ancient art of classical music, looking east is also an important opportunity - breaking the long-standing Western-centered classical music discourse system and embarking on a more diverse and inclusive path of development. But we must see that the rise of Eastern classical music is not a substitute for Western classical music, but on the basis of absorbing and learning the essence of classical music, integrating the unique connotation of local culture, and activating the inspiration and ideas of creation, performance and dissemination.
Of course, the eastward journey of classical music is not smooth sailing. At present, the development achievements of Eastern classical music are still facing the dilemma of the international evaluation system being dominated by the West, so artists will unconsciously cater to Western aesthetics in their creation and performance. In addition, some of our classical music talent selection systems are indeed out of touch with the global training system. This requires Chinese classical music practitioners to strengthen their cultural confidence and create artistic works that combine Eastern characteristics and international vision, and also requires strengthening international cooperation to promote the innovation and improvement of evaluation and selection systems, so that the development achievements of Eastern classical music can be seen and recognized more comprehensively and objectively.
Classical music, looking east, sees the vigorous vitality of the market, the accumulation of talent, and the unique charm of culture. Most importantly, classical music, going east, must take the road of artistic innovation and the road of cultural integration. We look forward to classical music, which has a long history and profound heritage, bringing spiritual nourishment to more people.
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