Summary: Xi Jinping addressed the opening of a training program for senior military officers, emphasizing the need for ideological rectification and political training to strengthen the military's revolutionary character. He stressed loyalty to Marxism and the Party, urging officers to lead by example in upholding Party principles and resisting corruption. Xi called for a restoration of the Party and military's traditions, urging cadres to maintain close ties with the masses. Zhang Shengmin presided over the opening ceremony, attended by various military officials. There was no mention of the United States.
Summary: Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of the service industry in China's development since the 18th Party Congress, calling for further expansion, quality improvement, and adherence to the new development concept. Premier Li Qiang, speaking at the National Service Industry Conference, stressed the need to promote high-quality service development through reform, innovation, and expanding openness. Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang called for aligning actions with the Party Central Committee's decisions, emphasizing innovation, cost reduction, and meeting people's needs. The conference addressed promoting digitalization, standardization, and internationalization within the service sector. No mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations was made in the article.
Summary: Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Zhao Leji met with Portuguese Speaker of Parliament Aguiar-Branco, emphasizing China's desire to deepen the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. Zhao noted Portugal's adherence to the One China Principle and highlighted potential collaboration in areas like new energy, digital economy, and AI. He expressed hope that Portugal would play a constructive role in promoting healthy and stable China-EU relations. Aguiar-Branco affirmed Portugal's commitment to the One China policy and its desire to enhance strategic aspects of Portugal-China relations amid international uncertainties. He Wei was also present at the meeting.
Summary: Li Xi, a member of the Politburo Standing Committee, addressed the National Inspection Work Conference and mobilization meeting for the seventh round of inspections by the 20th Central Committee. Li stressed the importance of upholding the "Two Establishments" and resolutely achieving the "Two Safeguards," while calling for high-quality development of inspection work. He emphasized focusing on the fundamental task of upholding the "Two Safeguards," enforcing political discipline, and promoting the implementation of the Party Central Committee's decisions. Shi Taifeng announced the authorization and division of tasks for the leaders of the seventh round of inspections, and Liu Jinguo presided over the meeting.
Summary: Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with Portuguese Parliament Speaker Aguiar-Branco in Beijing on April 8th, conveying Xi Jinping's message emphasizing strengthened strategic communication and high-quality cooperation. Han expressed China's willingness to work with Portugal to deepen cooperation in areas like clean energy, digital economy, AI, and healthcare, while also leveraging Macau as a platform. He also stated that China hopes to inject positive energy into China-Europe cooperation. Aguiar-Branco affirmed the high level of mutual trust between Portugal and China and expressed appreciation for the "one country, two systems" principle in Macau, hoping to further promote bilateral cooperation.
Summary: According to a report released by the State Post Bureau, public satisfaction with express delivery services in China reached 85.0 in 2025, a slight increase from the previous year. Improvements were noted in areas like service station orders, eco-friendly packaging, and personal information protection, with average delivery times across key regions decreasing to 51.22 hours. The 72-hour delivery rate also improved, reaching 87.04%. Service quality in western regions saw a significant boost, reflecting the ongoing expansion of e-commerce into these areas.
Summary: This article appears to highlight the importance of effective governance in ensuring the healthy and orderly development of Artificial Intelligence. It also includes a section showcasing local reporting ("各地传真"), featuring a story about a cooperative relationship ("山海情") symbolized by "two leaves." There is no mention of specific officials, their statements, or U.S.-China relations within this excerpt.
Summary: Xi Jinping sent a letter to faculty and students of four Jiaotong Universities (Shanghai, Xi'an, Southwest, and Beijing), congratulating them on the 130th anniversary of their founding and expressing hopes for their development. Xi emphasized strengthening independent innovation in science and technology and cultivating talent. Faculty and researchers pledged to align their work with national strategic needs, focusing on areas like shipbuilding, rail transit, and key technologies. The letter also highlighted the importance of integrating education, technology, and talent development, as well as promoting industry-academia collaboration. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Xi Jinping recently issued important instructions on the development of the service industry, emphasizing its significant role in supporting industrial upgrades and meeting people's needs since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. He stressed the need to expand effective supply, strengthen service standards, and promote high-quality development. The instructions were conveyed at the National Service Industry Conference held in Beijing on April 7-8. Attendees, including Fu Jiuling from the National Development and Reform Commission, expressed commitment to reforms, technological empowerment, and opening up to cooperation. Ding Shuang from the China Foreign Trade Center mentioned the upcoming Canton Fair will feature the integration of intelligent manufacturing and service trade, aiming to promote "China Service" brands globally.
Summary: China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced increases in domestic gasoline and diesel prices, effective April 7th, but implemented adjustments to moderate the full increase. The article explains that domestic fuel prices are linked to a basket of international crude oil prices and are adjusted every 10 working days, but the government can intervene when prices fluctuate significantly or when overall domestic price levels rise sharply. According to experts interviewed, if international oil prices exceed $130 per barrel, domestic retail prices will be capped and the government may provide subsidies to refineries. The NDRC stated it will ensure stable market supply and strictly enforce price controls.
Summary: China's Financial Regulatory Administration issued a notice emphasizing the continued strengthening of financial support for key agricultural areas. The notice highlights efforts to increase lending to agricultural production, innovation, and rural revitalization, with specific targets for agricultural development banks and commercial banks to increase lending balances. It also stresses the importance of preventing "involutionary" competition among lenders and promoting tailored financial products for rural businesses and farmers, including loan extensions. The notice calls for promoting agricultural insurance and supporting rural industries. In addition, it seeks to consolidate and enhance the effectiveness of financial assistance to prevent the return to poverty.
Summary: China's deepest offshore wind power project, located 70 kilometers from shore in waters 52-56 meters deep, has reached full-capacity grid connection. The project uses new technologies such as a four-pile jacket foundation structure and a "drone + artificial magnetic field" system for cable laying. The project head, Li Chunxiao, stated that the drone system improves positioning accuracy and reduces construction time for laying long-distance subsea cables. The completion signifies a breakthrough in deep-sea and far-reaching offshore wind power development within China. China's installed offshore wind capacity is now the largest in the world.
Summary: China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced the results of a nationwide campaign from May 2025 to January 2026 targeting illegal practices in residential water, electricity, and gas metering and billing. The campaign resulted in approximately 14,000 cases investigated, fines and confiscations totaling 235 million yuan, and refunds of 301 million yuan to consumers. The SAMR also conducted public awareness campaigns, reaching over 43 million people. The SAMR has expressed intentions to continue regular supervision of metering and pricing in these areas. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: A joint Chinese-Uzbek archaeological team has been working in the Ferghana Valley for over a decade, uncovering evidence of cultural exchange along the ancient Silk Road, including Chinese coins and silk fragments. Discoveries at sites like Mintetepe have redefined the understanding of Ferghana civilization, with Chinese archaeological techniques like the Luoyang shovel and mobile archaeological labs contributing significantly to the research and preservation efforts. These collaborations have also fostered talent exchange, with Uzbek scholars studying in China and joint research centers being established. The cooperative effort aims to protect Silk Road cultural heritage and promote international archaeological development.
Summary: The article criticizes Japan's accelerating "re-militarization," citing the deployment of new offensive missiles, politicians' visits to Taiwan, and calls to revise the pacifist constitution. Sanae Takaichi has openly hinted at military intervention in the Taiwan Strait. The article highlights Japan's historical aggression against China and East Asia, urging Japan to adhere to its pacifist constitution. The article suggests the United States should urge Japan to uphold a path of peace.
Summary: Wang Yi met with Thai Princess Sirindhorn in Beijing, emphasizing the importance of the consensus reached between Xi Jinping and the Thai King on building a China-Thailand community with a shared future. Wang highlighted Princess Sirindhorn's contributions to China-Thailand friendship, expressing China's willingness to strengthen cooperation in high-tech, education, and people's livelihood, areas of interest to the Princess. Sirindhorn stated her visit was fruitful and expressed hope for closer communication and exchange to promote understanding and advance China-Thailand friendship. The meeting indicates a continued focus on strengthening bilateral ties and collaboration between China and Thailand.
Summary: Foreign Ministry Spokesperson announced that Politburo Member and Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit North Korea from April 9-10 at the invitation of the North Korean Foreign Ministry.
Summary: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will make an official visit to China from April 11-15 at the invitation of Premier Li Qiang. The visit was announced by a Foreign Ministry spokesperson on April 8th. No further details regarding the visit's agenda or participants were provided in the announcement. The announcement did not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced that Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will visit China from April 11-15. This marks Sánchez's fourth visit to China in four years and another high-level exchange following visits from the Spanish King and Prime Minister last year. During the visit, Sánchez will meet with Xi Jinping, Li Qiang, and Zhao Leji to discuss bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest. Mao noted that Spain is an important partner of China within the EU, and that bilateral relations have seen positive development due to the leadership of both countries. China hopes to deepen strategic trust and cooperation with Spain, contributing to world peace and stability.
Summary: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will visit China from April 11-15, marking his fourth visit in four years. China views this as a continuation of close high-level exchanges, aimed at injecting new momentum into the comprehensive strategic partnership. Both countries emphasize mutual support on issues of sovereignty and territorial integrity. China aims to strengthen communication and coordination with Spain on global issues. China is committed to offering broader market space and development opportunities to Spain and other countries.
Summary: Politburo member and Beijing Party Secretary Yin Li met with a delegation from the Reformist Movement of Belgium, led by party chairman and Federal Representative Bouchez. Yin stated that under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping and Belgian leaders, the all-round friendly partnership between China and Belgium has continuously achieved new developments. Commemorating the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations, Yin expressed China's willingness to implement the consensus of both countries' leaders, strengthen inter-party exchanges and local cooperation, and promote greater development in China-Belgium and China-Europe relations. Bouchez stated that Belgium supports free trade and advocates multilateralism, expressing a desire to strengthen exchanges and dialogue with China and expand mutually beneficial cooperation between Europe and China.
Summary: Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning announced that representatives from China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan held informal meetings in Xinjiang from April 1-7, following consensus reached by Wang Yi with Pakistani and Afghan counterparts. The delegations included representatives from foreign affairs, defense, and security sectors. Afghanistan and Pakistan praised China's mediation efforts and the Global Security Initiative, agreeing to de-escalate tensions and adhere to peaceful coexistence principles. China will continue to offer a platform for dialogue to improve relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The parties acknowledged that terrorism is a key issue affecting Afghanistan-Pakistan relations.
Summary: Liu Haixing, head of the International Department of the CCP Central Committee, met with a delegation from the Reformist Movement of Belgium led by party chairman and Federal Representative Mathieu Michel. Discussions focused on implementing the consensus reached by leaders of both countries through party-to-party channels. They also discussed promoting pragmatic cooperation in various fields and advancing China-Belgium and China-Europe relations.
Summary: The "Sailing the Blue: China-U.S. Youth Friendship Tour" concluded in Shanghai on April 8, attended by approximately 100 students and guests. The event, co-organized by the Chinese People's Institute of Foreign Affairs, the China-U.S. Exchange Foundation, and Ray Dalio's team from Bridgewater, aimed to implement the "5-year 50,000" initiative. Participants stated the tour demonstrated mutual understanding between the people of China and the U.S. Geng Shuang, Vice President of the Chinese People’s Institute of Foreign Affairs, stated that more such exchanges are needed to solidify public support for a stable and healthy U.S.-China relationship. The tour, which began in Hong Kong in late March, involved 20 students from both countries exploring maritime and cultural aspects of Ningbo and Shanghai.
Summary: Politburo member and Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing conducted research in Qingdao, Shandong, from April 7-8, focusing on advanced manufacturing clusters and SOE reform. He stressed the importance of technological innovation and industrial upgrading for advanced manufacturing, emphasizing research in core technologies and digital transformation. Zhang also highlighted the need to strengthen SOEs' innovation role, focusing on national strategic needs and improving basic research investment. He further called for improved SOE supervision, emphasizing risk management and the integration of Party leadership into corporate governance. There was no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The CCP Central Committee has approved the 20th Central Committee's seventh round of inspections, targeting the Party organizations of 36 entities. These include key ministries like Public Security, Justice, and Human Resources, as well as organizations such as the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the China Law Society. The inspections also extend to administrations such as the National Immigration Administration, National Medical Security Administration, and the National Disease Prevention and Control Bureau. This round aims to conduct routine inspections across a broad spectrum of state and Party organs. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: This article emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus and building a strong foundation for development, comparing it to a defender holding their ground in soccer. It highlights examples of Chinese companies and regions achieving success through innovation and strategic focus, such as a Ningbo company dominating the high-performance cutting wire market and Ningde's rise due to investments in lithium battery and electric vehicle industries. The article also mentions China's progress in artificial intelligence, noting that despite foreign restrictions, China is pursuing a distinct, open-source development path, allowing it to take the initiative in AI. This approach, it suggests, provides a reliable guarantee for mastering the initiative in AI development and governance. The piece argues that strategic planning combined with strong execution is key to converting advantages into victories.
Summary: The article depicts a scene of leisure in Shanghai's Qiantan Leisure Park, with citizens enjoying activities like kite-flying and walking amidst blooming flowers. The image accompanies the article to emphasize the beauty of the park and the relaxed atmosphere enjoyed by the public. The article makes no mention of politics, officials, or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Following Xi Jinping's 2016 directive to improve production after relocation, Ban Yan village in Qinghai province has focused on developing industries suited to local conditions. The village has seen success in revitalizing the traditional Tuzhu embroidery, establishing a cold-weather vegetable growing operation, and developing local tourism, including traditional cultural experiences and eco-tourism centered around the nearby mountains. These industries have significantly increased villagers' incomes, with cold-weather vegetable farming alone increasing household income by 20,000 RMB per year. By 2025, the village hosted 78,000 tourists, generating over 2 million RMB in tourism revenue and boosting sales of specialty products like Tuzhu embroidery. Li Wei, the Party Secretary of the town, was reported as checking on the implementation progress of the annual key tourism projects in Ban Yan village.
Summary: The China Development Bank (CDB) has facilitated one-time credit restoration for 133,000 student loan borrowers by the end of March, following the People's Bank of China's notification on the policy. The CDB publicized the policy through various channels, including official media and social media accounts, to increase awareness. It collaborated with student financial aid departments to promote the policy and recover overdue payments. The CDB updated credit reporting data promptly to ensure eligible borrowers could benefit from the policy as soon as possible.
Summary: Gansu province issued new measures to optimize chronic disease management at the grassroots level. The measures outline a tiered service system with county-level centers, township units, and village-level outposts, each with specific responsibilities for prevention, screening, and management. A three-tiered color-coded system will classify patients. The plan also focuses on integrated management of patients with multiple chronic conditions and incorporating traditional Chinese medicine. The measures aim to improve service capabilities through training and infrastructure upgrades.
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Summary: The articles discuss the ongoing campaign within the CCP to establish and practice correct views on political achievements, emphasizing practical work and serving the people. One article highlights the importance of unnoticed, foundational work in achieving tangible results and earning public trust. Another stresses shifting from a passive "have to do" mentality to an active "want to do" approach in governance, emphasizing grassroots-level service. The third addresses the need for all party members, regardless of rank, to actively contribute and avoid a bystander mentality, focusing on practical achievements in their respective roles.
Summary: National People's Congress representative Lü Yan highlighted the benefits of the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) policies, which have allowed a local coconut oil producer to access global markets. The FTP's advantages include zero tariffs, low tax rates, and a simplified tax system, benefiting even small, rural enterprises. Preferential policies such as tariff exemptions for processed goods with over 30% added value and streamlined government services were also praised for facilitating business operations. The expansion of the "zero tariff" list to include raw materials like coffee beans further boosts confidence for companies like Zhengda (Hainan) Xinglong Coffee. The article suggests further improvements to policies to sustain business confidence, promote high-quality development, and facilitate high-level opening-up.
Summary: During the Lianghui, Professor Zhang Tao proposed accelerating the construction of a "computing constellation" in space to seize strategic opportunities in space computing. The article highlights the increasing demand for computing power driven by AI, the waste of satellite data due to limitations in ground processing, and the potential of space-based computing to overcome these bottlenecks. It notes that various actors, including China and SpaceX, are accelerating their layouts in the space computing track. The article emphasizes the importance of innovation in overcoming challenges such as energy efficiency and inter-satellite communication to define the future of space infrastructure.
Summary: China is actively promoting the digital transformation of its marine fisheries to enhance food security and build a "blue granary." New technologies such as smart aquaculture platforms and intelligent cages are being widely adopted. Coastal areas are currently experiencing a busy "spring plowing" season as fishermen engage in activities like feeding, managing, and harvesting. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article highlights local government initiatives in Kunming and Zhengzhou aimed at improving citizen satisfaction and addressing public concerns. In Kunming, officials responded to citizen complaints, such as the lack of seating at scenic spots, by creating new amenities like "sunset seats." Zhengzhou is promoting multi-purpose senior centers that function not only as dining halls, but also as social hubs offering activities like arts, crafts, and education to combat social isolation. The author argues that by transforming citizen concerns into policy improvements, local governments can improve citizen satisfaction and quality of life. The article did not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: A Taiwanese singer discussed shifting their focus from music and film to engaging with everyday life in rural China, finding deeper meaning and purpose. After experiencing personal setbacks, they began participating in activities like helping farmers sell produce and volunteering in community events. They addressed criticisms of "using rural areas for clout," arguing that if their platform can benefit the public, they will continue. They emphasized the importance of using their influence to bring positive change and connect people, viewing their work as a collaborative effort. The singer expressed a desire to continue creating music inspired by these experiences.
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Summary: Chen Li, a professor at Tianjin University of Technology, received the "Sang Ma Scholar Award" for his systematic innovations in high-performance fiber multidimensional weaving materials. Chen's research focuses on addressing critical technological bottlenecks in the field, particularly in the development of lightweight, high-strength, and temperature-resistant materials for applications in national projects like lunar and Mars exploration. Chen emphasized the importance of aligning research with national strategic needs, which is especially important as other countries continue to maintain a strict embargo on related technologies and equipment. He and his team created China's first large-scale 3D weaving equipment after overcoming the technological embargo of other countries. Chen's work aims to advance the textile industry from traditional clothing to high-tech applications, contributing to a safer, more efficient, and lighter world.
Summary: On April 8th, NPC Standing Committee Vice Chairpersons He Wei and Zhang Qingwei, along with other NPC officials, participated in a tree-planting activity in Beijing's Fengtai District to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the national voluntary tree planting campaign. Participants collectively planted over 300 trees. This event emphasized implementing Xi Jinping's ecological civilization thought and the recent passage of the ecological environment code at the 14th National People's Congress. The NPC Standing Committee has continually engaged in tree planting to contribute to building a "beautiful China."
Summary: Lin Yuan, director of the Silicon Steel Research Institute at China Baowu Taiyuan Iron and Steel Group, has been developing high-grade silicon steel products for 18 years. She led her team in overcoming key technologies to significantly reduce carbon emissions while maintaining excellent magnetic properties, applying them to high-efficiency transformers and filling a domestic technology gap. Lin's team developed a high-grade green, low-carbon emission oriented silicon steel manufacturing technology using all-scrap steel, reducing carbon emissions by 76.2% compared to traditional products. Lin plans to develop silicon steel materials with better magnetic induction, iron loss, strength, and processing characteristics for fields such as high-efficiency transformers and low-altitude economy. The article does not mention any discussion of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Guangxi province has launched a new "cross-border challenge and response" program for AI with ASEAN countries. The program promotes collaboration by allowing ASEAN entities to propose AI challenges, which Guangxi-based organizations can then address. The initiative focuses on practical application and technology transfer through various cooperative models, including joint R&D and training. The program is structured in four phases: defining challenges, evaluation, problem solving and application demonstration. The program aims to deepen the integration of AI technology with real-world applications in ASEAN.
Summary: Sichuan University Jinjiang College is deepening its cooperation with high-quality enterprises to integrate more robotic applications into the classroom. The college aims to cultivate high-quality, application-oriented talents who understand intelligence, data, and algorithms. Students can experience robot manipulation and learn robot operation specifications, programming logic, debugging skills, and safety protection. This initiative was exemplified by a robot operation practice session on April 8.
Summary: The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region has released the third edition of its handbook on policies supporting private enterprise, compiling recent central and regional initiatives. This latest version builds upon previous editions by integrating the most up-to-date policies related to legal frameworks, government services, market access, resource allocation, financial support, industrial policy, rights protection, and business incubation. The handbook is intended to aid private companies in understanding and benefiting from available policies. The Xinjiang Development and Reform Commission will continue to update the handbook to ensure its accuracy and relevance. The article does not make any mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: The article discusses China's efforts to develop a green, low-carbon economy by improving the recycling and utilization of resources from "urban mines," such as discarded appliances, clothing, and steel. It highlights technological innovations in sorting, processing, and producing recycled materials, specifically focusing on waste electrical appliances, textiles, and steel. These advancements include automated systems for identifying and sorting materials, chemical processes for recycling textiles, and digital platforms for managing steel recycling. The article emphasizes the economic and environmental benefits of increased recycling, including reduced pollution, resource conservation, and lower carbon emissions. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
Summary: The Ministry of Commerce and other departments have issued a notice to launch the second batch of national retail innovation and upgrading pilot cities. The notice outlines requirements for applicant cities, emphasizing the need for a solid foundation in retail development, effective policies, and the ability to implement pilot work plans for retail innovation and transformation, including "one store, one policy" approaches to revitalize commercial facilities. Cities should avoid confusing retail upgrading with other initiatives, understand their retail resources, integrate policies, and leverage the support of retail associations. The initiative builds on the success of the first batch of 38 pilot cities since 2025, which have achieved positive results in expanding domestic demand, promoting consumption, and benefiting people's livelihoods.
Summary: China's electronic information manufacturing sector experienced robust growth in the first two months of 2024, with a 14.2% increase in added value, surpassing overall industrial and high-tech manufacturing growth rates. Production of key products like mobile phones and integrated circuits saw substantial increases, with exports also showing positive recovery. The sector's revenue and profits significantly improved, with profits increasing by 204%. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in the article.
Summary: The city of Zhoushan in Zhejiang province has implemented an "integrated reform" of basic public services since July 2023, aiming to promote common prosperity on the islands. The reform focuses on balancing public service resources with the population distribution, consolidating resources on larger islands while ensuring basic services remain available on smaller inhabited islands. This includes optimizing resource allocation in areas like education, healthcare, and social security, as well as encouraging residents of smaller islands to relocate to larger ones. The reforms have resulted in more efficient use of resources, including reducing overstaffing in schools, and the city hopes to make public services more accessible to all residents. The article does not mention United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: Hengxing Group's fisheries company in Zhanjiang, Guangdong is implementing a "land-sea relay" aquaculture model, where fish seedlings are first grown in land-based ponds before being transferred to deep-sea cages, increasing survival rates and profitability. The company has also expanded into "wintering" fish, such as Mi fish from eastern Guangdong, in the warmer waters of Zhanjiang Bay during the colder months. To support larger cages and increased production, the company has developed automated workboats for tasks like net changing and feeding. A smart fisheries system has been implemented using an app, which allows real-time monitoring of water quality and automated alerts, leading to more efficient fish farming.
Summary: Guangdong province, with its extensive coastline, is focused on developing its marine economy by investing in renewable energy, smart fishing, and disaster prevention. The province is building internationally competitive offshore wind power industrial clusters and promoting innovative integrated development models for marine resources. Guangdong is also leveraging technology to improve aquaculture through "digital" management platforms. Zhongshan University is developing technologies such as AI-powered typhoon forecasting and marine disaster monitoring to enhance disaster preparedness.
Summary: According to the National Information Center of the National Development and Reform Commission, multiple high-frequency indicators suggest China's economy saw a good start in the first quarter, with a steady warming of the consumer market. Offline consumption payment amounts increased by 3.4% year-on-year. Investment saw strengthened capital supply and faster growth in frontier areas, while foreign trade maintained a growth momentum. Innovation-related indicators showed increased vitality, especially in artificial intelligence, with related patent authorizations growing significantly. The increase in consumption is attributed to policies such as ultra-long-term special treasury bonds supporting consumer goods trade-in.
Summary: China's logistics industry is showing signs of recovery, as indicated by the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing's (CFLP) data showing the logistics industry prosperity index rose to 50.2% in March, a 2.7 percentage point increase from the previous month. The increase reflects more active logistics business activities, improved coordination across the industrial and supply chains, and increased investment in the logistics sector. Sub-indices, including total business volume, new orders, inventory turnover, and capital turnover, all experienced notable improvements. The total business volume indices for major industries also saw month-on-month increases, indicating a positive trend for supply chains in the first quarter.
Summary: A shared factory in Xinjiang's Urumqi Economic and Technological Development Zone is enabling companies to pool resources for efficient production of vehicle components, addressing issues of high costs and low equipment utilization. According to Xinjiang Dadao Industrial Company Chairman Yang Sen, the factory has already received orders totaling 1.457 billion yuan and is projected to exceed 3.5 billion yuan this year, with collaborations established with Central Asian countries. Shaanxi Auto (Xinjiang) reports significant cost savings by utilizing the factory. Yang anticipates a rise in Xinjiang's equipment manufacturing localization rate from less than 10% to 70%. The initiative has attracted over 30 vehicle and modification companies to the Two Rivers High-end Manufacturing Science and Technology Industrial Park.
Summary: Shuyang County, Jiangsu Province, a major flower production area, is fostering the development of its flower industry by establishing open-style matrix live streaming studios. These studios provide resources such as venues, products, and technology, attracting over 50,000 practitioners.
Summary: During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) significantly promoted "one-stop" quality infrastructure services. This initiative integrates metrology, standards, certification, accreditation, testing, and other resources. Across the country, 2,984 service platforms have been established, serving over 5.2 million enterprises and resolving approximately 380,000 technical challenges. These efforts have saved enterprises roughly 5.47 billion yuan and promoted quality improvements in industrial parks, regional development, and supply chains.
Summary: The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) is about to open, and the first batch of inbound exhibits successfully cleared customs at Guangzhou Nansha Port on April 8th. The shipment consisted of 137 household and kitchen items from Turkey. Nansha Port is a primary entry point for Canton Fair imports, and exhibits from Egypt, South Korea, India, and Malaysia are expected to follow. Guangzhou Customs has established expedited customs channels at major ports like Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, offering services such as priority processing and online appointments to ensure swift clearance.
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Summary: The article emphasizes the importance of strengthening AI governance in China, guided by Xi Jinping's directives, to ensure the technology's safe, ethical, and beneficial development. It argues that effective AI governance is crucial for seizing strategic advantages in the global technological revolution, promoting high-quality economic and social development, and safeguarding national security. The article also touches on the need for global collaboration in AI governance, advocating for a framework that is inclusive and opposes ideological divisions. It also states that Chinese large language models lag behind those of the United States in basic capabilities, but that the gap is narrowing.
Summary: The article criticizes the tendency of some local officials to prioritize creating documentation ("痕迹") over achieving actual results, a form of formalism stemming from misaligned performance evaluations. It argues this "痕迹政绩观" (performance evaluation focused on documentation) leads to wasted resources, hinders effective governance, and alienates the public. To correct this, the article suggests refining performance evaluation systems to emphasize tangible outcomes and citizen satisfaction, while reducing the importance of easily quantifiable metrics like the completeness of documentation. The article also calls for stronger oversight and accountability measures to combat formalism and ensure officials prioritize practical action and public service. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article emphasizes a shift in China's public safety governance from reactive responses to proactive prevention, driven by Xi Jinping's directives and the "15th Five-Year Plan". It advocates for embedding safety measures across all stages of development, strengthening risk monitoring and early warning systems, and enhancing grassroots emergency management capabilities. Digital technologies are highlighted as crucial for enabling data-driven, predictive, and collaborative governance in public safety. The piece calls for improved risk governance through better regulatory frameworks and data-driven technologies to enhance preventative measures. There is no discussion of the United States.
Summary: A collaborative project between Fujian and Ningxia has successfully developed a new product: Goji Berry Black Tea, blending Fujian's black tea processing techniques with Ningxia's Goji berry leaves, which were previously underutilized. This collaboration, facilitated by the Minning Cooperation initiative, has boosted the income of local farmers and spurred the development of new Goji berry varieties. The Minning Cooperation initiative has seen Fujian provide over 7 billion yuan in aid to Ningxia, supporting numerous projects and fostering economic and social ties between the two regions. Jiang Zhidong, chairman of Zhengshan Tang Tea Co., Ltd., was involved in the tea's R&D. This initiative exemplifies a broader trend of eastern and western China collaborating to promote rural revitalization.
Summary: The article discusses the growing trend of "fanggu" (visiting ancient sites) among Chinese youth, driven by cultural confidence and a desire for tangible historical experiences beyond textbooks. This trend is fueled by popular culture like video games and TV shows that creatively engage with Chinese history, leading to increased "research-based tourism." Young people are driving the consumption of "guochao" (national trend) products and experiences, signifying a willingness to invest in cultural identity and emotional value. The article emphasizes the opportunity for the tourism industry to cater to this demand by creating immersive experiences that connect local history and culture with the emotional needs of young consumers.
Summary: Here is a summary of the provided articles: The Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (Jingjinji) region has more than doubled its high-speed rail mileage since 2013, reaching 2,675 km by the end of 2025, establishing a "four-axis, eight-direction" railway network. Inner Mongolia has established its first key laboratory for underground space energy storage in Ordos, focusing on utilizing abandoned coal mine resources for gravity, compressed air, and pumped hydro energy storage technologies. Shaanxi held a symposium for post-2000s writers to discuss the current state and future of their literary creation. Xinjiang established a live-streaming e-commerce association to regulate and promote the industry, which has seen retail sales more than double during the 14th Five-Year Plan. The Eastern Zhejiang Canal Museum has joined the Global Network of Water Museums.
Summary: This article depicts the vibrant atmosphere of Shanghai through its diverse small, independent shops lining the streets. It highlights these shops as embodiments of local Shanghai culture, showcasing the blend of urban prosperity and human warmth. The article presents these shops as capturing the city's essence.
Summary: Liu Zhongyi, the principal of Beijing Fengtai Foreign Language School, detailed the school's efforts to promote student health through structured midday outdoor activities. The school has optimized its limited space to allow a thousand students to participate in diverse sports. To encourage variety and engagement, the school rotates students through different sports each week. Since 2022, the school has opened its sports field to the public, encouraging parents to exercise with their children. The school hopes to facilitate the development of good exercise habits.
Summary: Hainan province is expanding its "Youth驿站" (Youth驿站) program to provide temporary housing and support services for young graduates seeking employment and entrepreneurship opportunities. The program, now a provincial-level initiative, offers accommodation, job search assistance, and integration support. Some stations provide policy information and skills training, helping young people integrate into Hainan's economy. As of now, the province has rolled out 66 youth stations with 1158 beds.
Summary: The "Didi Agricultural Machinery" platform in Ningming County, Guangxi, allows farmers like Huang Chunli to easily book agricultural machinery services via a mobile app. The platform provides transparency on available machines, operator expertise, and location. This has improved efficiency for both farmers and agricultural cooperatives such as the Chunlaihao Agricultural Machinery Cooperative, which booked over half of its early rice seedling orders through the platform. The platform facilitates precision agriculture by enabling direct and targeted machinery deployment to specific fields. It is reported that the platform has moved farmers away from directly seeking out machinery, and towards a platform where they can book these things efficiently.
Summary: Nanchang city is implementing a program called "You Choose the Book, I Pay," allowing residents to select books online, which are then purchased and delivered by the Nanchang Library. Readers can participate with their library card, selecting books that the library then buys and mails to their home for a 30-day loan period. This new model shifts from library-selected books to a system where the library purchases books based on reader requests. The program is integrated into the city's public library system, enabling returns at any of the 111 "Ruzi Study Rooms" throughout the city.
Summary: Tea farmers in Shangyan Village, Guizhou Province, are employing thousands of tea pickers from neighboring regions to harvest spring tea. One such farmer, Feng Ying, provides accommodation and meals to attract and retain workers, some of whom travel from as far as Wuchuan Gelao and Miao Autonomous County. The village, with over 4,000 mu of tea gardens and nine processing factories, relies heavily on these seasonal workers during the spring harvest. The head of the local CCP branch noted that the number of tea pickers may exceed two thousand on a given day, which requires a great deal of parking for all their vehicles. The article does not reference the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Zhang Xue Racing Team achieved a double victory at the World Superbike Championship (WorldSSP) in Portugal. This victory highlights the advancements in China's motorcycle manufacturing capabilities. The team's success is attributed to Chongqing's robust local supply chain, with over 90% of components sourced locally. To further push performance limits, Zhang Xue Racing collaborated with top suppliers across China, sourcing high-precision components and advanced materials. The victory signifies the rise of Chinese manufacturing and its ability to support competitive racing technology.
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Summary: Nanjing's Xianlin Subdistrict faced resident complaints regarding unfair allocation of national special bonds for elevator upgrades in the Yadongcheng Dongqu residential area, as the policy initially favored newer buildings (Phase 3) over older ones (Phases 1 and 2). Subdistrict Party Secretary Ou Lixiang initially considered abandoning the upgrade project, but ultimately decided to synchronize the upgrades across all phases to resolve the conflict. This required securing resident consent to retain Phase 3's funding while Phase 1 and 2 were added to the 2025 upgrade list. The subdistrict innovated a "elevator upgrade mini-program" to allow residents to vote for their preferred elevator brand.
Summary: This article criticizes cadres who avoid difficult problems and prioritize personal gain over long-term development. It argues that evading challenges only exacerbates them and erodes public trust. True leadership, the article contends, involves proactively addressing complex issues and seeking innovative solutions. The example of the Xianlin subdistrict is highlighted, where officials listened to residents and implemented tailored solutions to address an issue with elevator upgrades. The article stresses the importance of thorough investigation and meticulous execution in turning difficult tasks into positive outcomes for the community.
Summary: The Supreme People's Court and the Supreme People's Procuratorate jointly issued an interpretation addressing criminal cases endangering civil aviation flight safety, effective April 9, 2026. The interpretation clarifies the application of criminal law and defines boundaries between criminal and administrative penalties for acts such as opening emergency exits or causing disturbances on airplanes. It specifies conditions under which such actions constitute crimes like endangering public safety or endangering flight safety through violence, including violence against flight attendants, and establishes sentencing standards. It also refines the standards for crimes involving fabricating and intentionally spreading false terrorist information related to civil aviation safety, specifying punishments for disrupting airport operations or causing social panic. The courts will use civil, administrative, and criminal measures in a coordinated way.
Summary: Ahead of the 11th National Security Education Day on April 15th, the Ministry of Justice and the National Office for Law Popularization issued a notice to conduct public awareness campaigns nationwide for the 2026 event. The theme for this year is "Coordinating Development and Security, Escorting the New Journey of the 15th Five-Year Plan." The campaign will focus on promoting Xi Jinping's thought on the rule of law, the holistic view of national security, achievements in national security, the National Security Law, and regulations related to cybersecurity and data security. The campaign emphasizes educating key demographics, including leading cadres and youth, using diverse media formats to promote national security concepts and laws. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in the notice.
Summary: Multiple vessels from the PLA Navy's Eastern Theater Command, including the Anqing, Lishui, and Binzhou, conducted high-intensity, live-fire training exercises in the East China Sea. The training included a "two-abreast and one-longitudinal, multi-ship coordinated" replenishment exercise, testing simultaneous replenishment tactics for various ship types. The drills, lasting several days, aimed to improve coordinated command efficiency and combat capabilities. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
Summary: A press conference held by the Ministry of Emergency Management and the National Fire and Rescue Administration addressed the State Council's guidelines on strengthening grassroots fire control work. The authorities stated they will enhance fire accident investigation and handling, focusing on technical and managerial responsibilities for general incidents. A review mechanism will be initiated by the National Fire and Rescue Administration for major fatal fires, with expert guidance and potential on-site supervision. In cases of serious incidents with social impact, a higher-level investigation will be launched, accompanied by the disclosure of fire investigation reports to address public concerns. The authorities will also implement a due diligence exemption to encourage frontline law enforcement officers.
Summary: Consumer associations from Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei jointly summoned Six Continents Hotels Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., the domestic operator of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), regarding IHG's "InterContinental Ambassador Terms and Conditions." The consumer groups cited clauses that exclude Chinese legal jurisdiction, mandate overseas arbitration, restrict collective consumer action, and allow arbitrary contract changes, all of which are suspected of infringing upon consumer rights. The associations demanded IHG comprehensively review and revise the terms and conditions, citing that IHG is attempting to apply the laws of the state of Georgia in the United States to its consumer agreements in China. The consumer groups stated that the existing terms unduly favor IHG and restrict options for Chinese consumers to seek legal remedies, violating Chinese law.
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Summary: The article outlines the strategic deployment in the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) to "accelerate high-level technological self-reliance and self-strengthening, leading the development of new quality productive forces." This includes setting three expected "innovation-driven" targets: an average annual increase of over 7% in total social R&D expenditure, over 22 high-value invention patents per 10,000 people by 2030, and the digital economy core industry accounting for 12.5% of GDP by 2030. The article emphasizes China's commitment to controlling its own technological destiny.
Summary: An article by the chairman of the Guizhou Provincial Federation of Literary and Art Circles and Writers Association discusses the rise of "new mass literature and art" in Guizhou province, exemplified by the TV drama "Deep in Wumeng Mountains" and local initiatives like the "Embroidery Plan." The author highlights the integration of traditional arts with modern aesthetics and technology, enabling rural residents to generate income and express cultural confidence. The article emphasizes that this new form of art originates from the lives and experiences of ordinary people, showcasing their skills and wisdom through embroidery, tourism, and digital platforms. The "village super league" and "village gala" are mentioned as examples of community-driven cultural activities.
Summary: The popularity of the TV series "Deep in the Wumeng Mountains," filmed in Huawu Village, Guizhou, has significantly boosted local tourism and the sales of Miao embroidery products, with returning villagers finding employment in the tourism sector. Miao embroidery workshop owner Yang Wenli, the inspiration for the main character, leverages livestreaming to sell her products and share stories of Miao culture. The village's comprehensive tourism revenue reached 110 million yuan last year, attracting over 500,000 tourists. Local officials are focused on improving the quality of services to further enhance the tourist experience.
Summary: Li Yuanyuan, a "non-heritage broker," curates a "non-heritage buyer shop" in Beijing's Longfusi neighborhood, showcasing over 60 products from more than 10 provinces. The shop aims to connect traditional artisans with the market, facilitating the revitalization and preservation of intangible cultural heritage. Li helps artisans refine their products based on market demand, ensuring they appeal to modern consumers. By bridging the gap between artisans and consumers, Li promotes the appreciation and integration of non-heritage items into daily life. The article does not mention any discussion of the United States.
Summary: Paleontologists have officially recognized and named a new genus and species of hadrosaurid dinosaur discovered in Ganzhou, Jiangxi Province, China: *Gonggonghuailong* or the Sail-backed Gongshuilong. The fossil, found in Late Cretaceous strata dating back approximately 70 million years, represents the first formally named hadrosaurid dinosaur from southern China. The dinosaur's defining feature is its unique "sail-like" structure formed by elongated neural spines on its caudal vertebrae. Phylogenetic analysis suggests *Gonggonghuailong* is an early branch of the Saurolophinae, supporting the hypothesis that this sub-family may have originated in Asia.
Summary: The "Moonlight Music Box" is a public cultural service initiative in Lu'an, Anhui province, that brings musical performances to public spaces like parks, train stations, and rural villages. Launched in 2022, the initiative aims to make high-quality music accessible to a wider audience by moving performances out of traditional theaters. The program is coordinated by the Lu'an Culture and Tourism Bureau and the Lu'an Culture Center, which work with local musicians and volunteers to organize performances tailored to different community needs. Over the past four years, the "Moonlight Music Box" has held over 100 performances, reaching over 300,000 people and engaging 1,430 volunteers. Wang Yuanhe, deputy director of the Lu'an Culture Center, stated that future plans include a "menu" system to allow the public to request specific performances.
Summary: Archaeologists in Yangquan, Shanxi Province, have discovered a new Yangshao culture site in Yirang Village, Pindging County. This is the first confirmed Yangshao cultural site in the Yangquan area. The site, covering approximately 129,000 square meters, contains artifacts from the Yangshao, Longshan, Xia-Shang, and Eastern Zhou periods. Pottery fragments discovered, particularly painted pottery, suggest the site dates to the late Yangshao period and shares similarities with the Yijing culture in Taiyuan. The find enriches the understanding of early civilization exchange west of the Taihang Mountains.
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Summary: The article discusses how China is developing local labor brands to boost employment and support specialized industries. Examples include "Pingxiang Children's Vehicle People" in Hebei, focused on the children's bicycle industry, "Guanxian Xianzhi Lingjiang" in Shandong, specializing in *lingzhi* mushroom cultivation, and "Bagui Rice Noodle Master" in Guangxi, centered on rice noodle production, especially *luosifen*. These initiatives involve skills training, certification, and job placement services to match workers with industry needs. By promoting standardized production and branding, these labor initiatives aim to enhance competitiveness and expand sales both domestically and internationally. The development of these specialized labor forces is intended to support industry upgrades and broader economic development.
Summary: Beijing has released its 15th Five-Year Plan, focusing on constructing four new urban vitality zones. These include the Grand Canal waterfront, the "Two Parks and One River" area, the South Central Axis "Future Axis," and the Olympic International Reception Hall. The plan emphasizes ecological restoration, cultural heritage, and industrial revitalization along the central axis and Chang'an Avenue. These areas aim to integrate urban vitality with order, promoting functional reshaping and regional development. The plan did not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The National Organization for Drug Centralized Procurement Office (NODCP) has sanctioned Beijing Fukangren Biopharmaceutical and Hetero Labs Limited for failing to meet agreed-upon procurement volumes under centralized bulk-buying agreements. The NODCP revoked their winning bids for dopamine hydrochloride injections and dapagliflozin tablets, respectively. Both companies have been added to a list of rule breakers and are barred from participating in national centralized drug procurement activities from April 3, 2026, to April 2, 2030. Supply of dopamine hydrochloride injections will be replaced by an alternate supplier, while medical institutions will choose an alternate supplier for dapagliflozin tablets. The article did not reference the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: China Railway Express (CRE) is expanding its "Aichong Xing" (爱宠行) pet transportation services, beginning April 8th, offering both "traveling with pets" and "pets traveling alone" options. The service will be available at 121 high-speed rail stations and on 228 trains, aiming to better meet passenger needs. Passengers can book "traveling with pets" via the 12306 app, while the "pets traveling alone" service can be booked through the CRE WeChat mini-program. Both services require valid identification and animal quarantine certificates. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The Gongshu district in Hangzhou is leveraging business communities to refine governance and service for new quality productive forces. Since 2022, the district has built 30 functional business communities covering 621 key buildings and over 30,000 enterprises, addressing their needs through specialized services. These communities focus on integrating high-frequency services and precisely connecting them with enterprises. For example, the Huijin International Business Community has introduced 238 benchmark science and innovation enterprises. The district aims to deepen the construction of business communities and organize activities to gather young talents.
Summary: This article describes children at the Shenshi Dongxiang Kindergarten in Tongdao Dong Autonomous County, Huaihua City, Hunan Province, participating in outdoor games during their break. The Tongdao County education department is implementing diverse outdoor games and physical activities to allow children to express themselves, improve their physical fitness, and find joy. The article does not mention the statements or actions of an official, nor does it discuss or allude to the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Guizhou province has issued a three-year plan (2026-2028) to promote the high-quality development of its matcha industry. The plan aims to establish over 200,000 mu of matcha cultivation bases, more than 10 matcha production lines, and over 300 tencha production lines by 2028. These developments are projected to yield over 8,000 tons of matcha, achieving a comprehensive output value of approximately 8 billion yuan and fostering one matcha enterprise with an output value of 1 billion yuan. Key initiatives include expanding scale, improving quality, broadening the market, cultivating brands, and promoting integrated development, with targets for revenue-generating enterprises and overseas sales centers. The plan does not mention any interactions or comparisons to the United States.
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Summary: Chinese experts are advising on healthy weight management strategies, emphasizing that it's not just about losing weight, but about maintaining a healthy lifestyle. They stress the importance of balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and sufficient sleep, cautioning against extreme dieting and focusing on gradual, sustainable changes. Experts recommend a combination of moderate to high-intensity aerobic exercise and strength training, while highlighting the benefits of exercises like burpees. The experts also advise tailoring weight management approaches for specific groups, such as the elderly, to prevent muscle loss and malnutrition. The report did not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Liu Jian, director of cardiology at Peking University People's Hospital, warns against high-intensity exercise when fatigued, as it can strain the cardiovascular system and potentially lead to cardiac issues. He and Wang Quanjian, director of sports medicine at Peking University Third Hospital, advocate for regular, moderate exercise, incorporating "exercise snacks" like stretching or short walks. Liu Qingquan, president of Beijing Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, suggests gentle exercises like cycling or Tai Chi during spring to combat fatigue, emphasizing moderation and avoiding exhaustion. The experts did not mention any US-China or U.S. related issues.
Summary: This article profiles the relationship between Chinese freestyle skiers Xu Mengtao and Wang Xindi, affectionately known as the "Peach Heart Couple," highlighting their shared journey and mutual support. Both athletes overcame injuries and setbacks, with Xu supporting Wang after his Beijing Winter Olympics disappointment, and Wang supporting Xu after her Pyeongchang Winter Olympics injury. Their story culminated in both winning gold medals at the Milan Winter Olympics. They have expressed interest in competing in the next Winter Olympics.
Summary: The 2026 Asian Lacrosse Championship will be held in Chengdu, Sichuan, from April 21-25. Lacrosse is gaining popularity in China, with the sport being added to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The sport features players using netted sticks to pass and shoot a ball into the opponent's goal. A six-person version of the game consists of four eight-minute quarters, with a 30-second shot clock. The team with the most goals at the end of the match wins.
Summary: The Chinese Table Tennis Association announced the team roster for the 2026 World Team Table Tennis Championships in London, with Wang Chuqin leading the men's team and Sun Yingsha the women's. Fan Zhendong voluntarily withdrew from the competition despite automatic qualification due to the National Games. Coach Qin Zhijian noted the men's team is in a transitional phase and faces greater competition, while the women's team is at its strongest and expected to contend for the title. The article does not mention U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Chinese shooting team Wang Zifei and Sheng Lihao won gold in the 10m air rifle mixed team event at the ISSF World Cup in Spain, marking their first World Cup gold of the season. The pair overcame a slow start and a late challenge from Hungary to secure the victory. China's other team in the event, Zhang Qianying and Ma Sihan, finished fourth. Yao Qianxun and Hu Kai also won silver in the 10m air pistol mixed team event.
Summary: The Chinese gymnastics team, primarily composed of young athletes, achieved a notable performance at the 2026 FIG World Cup Cairo, securing 3 gold, 2 silver, and 3 bronze medals. Ko Xinqin won gold in the women's floor exercise and silver in the balance beam, while Li Hongyan and Liu Yang took gold in the men's horizontal bar and parallel bars, respectively. Jiang Shuting earned silver in the women's uneven bars, and Yu Linmin secured bronze in the women's vault. Qiu Qiyuan, recovering from surgery, also won a bronze in the balance beam event.
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Summary: A "China-Singapore Youth Talk" roundtable, hosted by People's Daily and Lianhe Zaobao, convened 12 youths from both countries to discuss tech innovation, cultural preservation, and sustainability. Participants, including Tsinghua University professor Xu Huazhe, discussed AI's rapid development and its potential impact, while others emphasized the importance of integrating traditional culture into modern life. Speakers also highlighted the role of both Chinese and Singaporean governments in promoting strategic emerging industries. The event, attended by Singaporean MP, Luy Si Hong, emphasized the broad scope for China-Singapore cooperation in technology, culture and sustainable development.
Summary: Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that China welcomes the announced ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran and supports mediation efforts by countries like Pakistan. China has been actively working towards a ceasefire through diplomatic channels, with Foreign Minister Wang Yi holding 26 calls with relevant counterparts and a special envoy visiting the Middle East. Mao criticized the U.S. and Israel for the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. The spokesperson also mentioned a joint resolution draft with Russia regarding the Strait of Hormuz submitted to the UN Security Council and opposes unilateral sanctions lacking international legal basis or UN authorization, as they impact global energy security.
Summary: The article focuses on the damage inflicted upon Iranian historical and cultural sites, specifically the Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as a result of recent attacks. It highlights the destruction of cultural heritage as a consequence of military actions, suggesting that the United States has previously threatened to target cultural sites. The piece criticizes the disregard for international norms and the "selective execution" of cultural protection conventions, leading to the loss of irreplaceable artifacts and historical memory. It argues that the destruction is not merely collateral damage but a deliberate outcome of neglecting the value of civilization. The article also underscores the broader implications for international order and the erosion of trust in established norms.
Summary: South Africa's Ministry of Finance predicts a 1.6% economic growth in 2026, driven by fiscal discipline, structural reforms, and growth in agriculture, tourism, and green industries. South Africa's sovereign credit rating was recently upgraded for the first time in 16 years and main budget deficit has decreased. China is South Africa’s largest trading partner, and the two countries recently signed a framework agreement to promote South Africa's manufacturing and agricultural transformation, granting South Africa zero-tariff treatment for 100% of its products exported to China. The agreement is set to enhance South Africa's economic resilience.
Summary: According to reports, the U.S. and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan, with negotiations to be held in Islamabad. President Trump announced the ceasefire on social media after a call with Pakistan, conditional on Iran opening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has presented ten conditions for a lasting truce, including controlled passage through the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of sanctions. While the ceasefire is intended to include Lebanon, Israel has stated that the ceasefire does not include Lebanon and launched a major strike.
Summary: In March, Germany saw a significant surge in electric vehicle (EV) registrations, reaching 70,700 units and marking a 66.2% year-on-year increase, driving overall automotive market growth. This expansion contributed to a 16.0% increase in new passenger car registrations in March, and a 5.2% cumulative increase in the first quarter of the year, signaling a recovery in the German auto market. Analysts suggest rising international energy prices, exacerbated by tensions in the Middle East, have made EVs more attractive due to lower running costs compared to gasoline vehicles. The report makes no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Japanese household spending declined for the third consecutive month in February, according to a recent report from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. The report attributes the decline to persistent inflation which is squeezing disposable incomes, with average spending down 1.8% year-on-year after adjusting for price increases. An economist from the Dai-ichi Life Research Institute suggested that spending cuts are expanding from food to education, hinting at a larger actual decrease in personal consumption. The article makes no reference to the United States or US-China relations.
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Summary: An approximately 10-hour "slow train" running between Puxiong and Panzhihua in Sichuan's Daliang Mountains has been repurposed to include a "mobile library" in its third carriage, offering books and reading space for students from the Yi ethnic group. The train, known locally as "Xiao Man Che," serves as a vital transportation link for students traveling to school and residents selling agricultural products. The initiative is a collaboration between the Sichuan Provincial Library and the China Railway Chengdu Bureau Group, aiming to provide accessible reading materials to underserved communities. The "mobile library" aims to address the lack of access to books in the Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture. The students express dreams of leaving the mountains to contribute to China.
Summary: The article discusses the trend of "fast reading" or "knowledge snacks" on social media platforms, where book summaries and simplified content are prevalent. It critiques the superficial nature of this approach, arguing that it reduces reading to mere information extraction, failing to capture the emotional depth and critical thinking fostered by traditional reading. The article notes that AI technology is accelerating this trend, generating quick summaries but sacrificing deeper understanding. It argues that true reading involves a slow, thoughtful process that cultivates the mind and soul. The author suggests that this "knowledge snack" trend may cause Chinese readers to have a harder time thinking critically and independently.
Summary: The actor who played "Dojie" in the TV series "The Tree of Life" reflects on the role and its connection to real-life ecological protectors of the Sanjiangyuan region. He emphasizes that the character embodies the spirit of figures who dedicated their lives to safeguarding the region's ecological order. The actor highlights the importance of respecting nature and understanding humanity's role as part of, not master of, the environment. He sees the series as a way to promote the idea of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
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Summary: The article discusses the development of China's notarization system, highlighting its role in facilitating cross-border business operations. Zhejiang, Shanghai, and Xinjiang are featured for their innovative approaches to streamlining notarization services, such as "one-stop" services and digital platforms, to support companies' international activities. These measures aim to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and provide legal safeguards for outbound investments, particularly in regions along the Belt and Road Initiative. The Ministry of Justice is studying how to better facilitate exchanges with foreign countries through notarization, including cooperation with countries in Southeast Asia and Central Asia. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The Beijing Internet Court recently heard two cases regarding AI's role in copyright and defamation. In one case, the court ruled that AI-generated voices are protected by law and that e-commerce platforms must oversee their streamers' content. In the other case, the court determined that users of generative AI services are responsible for verifying the information, even if AI generates the content. These rulings highlight that AI is not a shield against infringement, and users must adhere to legal boundaries. The article notes that Chinese authorities are actively addressing AI-related abuse through targeted campaigns and legal guidance.
Summary: A travel company in Shaanxi province, identified as Shi Mou, organized approximately 3,808 individuals to hike and traverse through the Qinling Mountains' core protected area in 2024, collecting over 670,000 yuan. Despite a court-issued injunction, the company continued to advertise the tours, leading to a civil public interest lawsuit. The court ruled that the company must cease organizing these activities, pay 115,000 yuan for ecological restoration, and publicly apologize for violating the Qinling Ecological Environment Protection Regulations and damaging the environment. This case sets a precedent for using civil public interest litigation to address ecological damage caused by illegal trespassing in core protected areas.
Summary: A court in Hubei province has implemented a system to assess judicial errors in cases overturned on appeal or sent back for retrial. The system categorizes errors and aims to both hold judges accountable for negligence or malfeasance and protect those who acted diligently. A case is highlighted where a judge was initially concerned about a reversed decision but was ultimately cleared after review of the trial records. Since the system was put in place, the rate of cases being sent back for retrial, and the rate of appealing for re-examination, have noticeably dropped. The new system has been in place since May 2025.
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Summary: This article introduces the spring season's film releases in China, noting that this year's Qingming festival boasts a record number of over 20 domestic and foreign films. The piece previews insights from the creators of two of these films, promising stories about history and life. The article does not discuss Chinese politics, U.S.-China relations, or the United States.
Summary: The author, the executive producer of the film "Battle of Kunnium Mountain," recounts the making of the film, which depicts the story of a Red Army unit that chose to jump off a cliff rather than surrender to the enemy or harm local civilians in 1934. The author details the challenges faced during the film's production, including difficult terrain and weather, and the crucial support received from local villagers and officials. The villagers helped build roads to allow the production team access to the filming location, and rescued the team during a flash flood. The author states the movie is intended to honor the Red Army's sacrifices and inspire future generations.
Summary: The director of the film *I Am Xu Ke* discusses her motivations for creating films focusing on women and families, viewing the mother-daughter relationship as a lens through which to examine individual growth amidst societal changes. She was drawn to *I Am Xu Ke* due to its contemporary relevance, depicting the experiences of a young woman and the challenges faced by many young people. The director emphasizes the importance of portraying realistic, complex female characters who grapple with issues of identity, self-perception, and societal expectations. She hopes the film encourages viewers to take control of their own lives and find the courage to live authentically. The film does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The head of the Taizhou Luantan Opera Troupe, a private troupe performing a rare, nationally protected art form, discusses its revival through a "public-private partnership" model. This model involves government support through project funding and staffing, enabling the troupe to stage original productions and modernize its repertoire while preserving traditional elements. This support includes annual project funding, dedicated staff positions, facilities, and funding for original productions. The troupe has achieved significant success, including national recognition and awards, by balancing tradition with contemporary themes and focusing on talent development. The troupe is using the *Drama Revitalization Three-Year Action Plan* (2026-2028) as a guide to promote the high-quality development of the troupe and contribute more experience to the reform and development of rare opera troupes and private opera troupes.
Summary: The play *Deng Shichang* will be staged again at the National Centre for the Performing Arts, aiming to offer a fresh perspective on the First Sino-Japanese War and the tragic figure of Deng Shichang. The playwright emphasizes the need to explore the deeper reasons for China's defeat and reflect on the historical lessons learned, particularly the consequences of failing to adapt to the changing world and strengthen the nation. The play aims to portray Deng Shichang as a complex individual, highlighting his patriotism and heroic spirit and those of other historical figures. The play uses a non-chronological narrative structure. The playwright hopes to examine the past as a way to reflect on the present.
Summary: The article is a personal reflection on the author's relationship with director Zhai Junjie, focusing on his dedication to historical accuracy and his emphasis on grounding art in the lives of ordinary people. It highlights Zhai's meticulous approach to filmmaking, exemplified by his attention to detail in films like "The Battle of Taierzhuang" and "My Long March". The author also emphasizes Zhai's respect for his mentor, Yang Guangyuan, and his filial piety towards his mother. The article concludes by noting Zhai's "Long March Trilogy," which includes "Jinsha Water Pat" and "My Long March".
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It is necessary to take 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) as guidance, thoroughly implement the Thought on Strengthening the Military in the New Era, carry out ideological rectification, deepen political training, strengthen the revolutionary forging of our military's cadre ranks, always maintain the purity and glory of the people's army, and greet the centenary of the army's founding with a new political outlook.
Our party and our army are united by ideals and beliefs. Joining this party and this army requires firm belief in Marxism and loyalty to the party's beliefs, organization, and cause. It is necessary to conscientiously study the party's innovative theories, grasp the Marxist positions, viewpoints, and methods running through them, and ensure political steadfastness with theoretical clarity. Leading military cadres, especially senior cadres, should take the lead in upholding serious intra-party political life, set a good example in telling the truth, cultivate a magnanimous spirit that can tolerate others, and create a strong atmosphere of speaking frankly, offering sincere advice, and daring to struggle.
Our party is a Marxist party that always represents the fundamental interests of the broadest masses of the people, and has no special interests of its own. All thoughts and actions of seeking personal gain and corruption are incompatible with the party's nature and purpose. Cadres at all levels of the military must consciously correct their positions, stand firmly on the people's stand, and overcome all selfish and impure thoughts that deviate from the masses. Senior cadres should take the lead in restoring and carrying forward the fine traditions of our party and our army, put down official airs, return to the true colors of revolutionary soldiers, and let the new atmosphere of integrity fill the troops even more. It is necessary to understand laws and disciplines, be clear about rules, and know reverence, so that everyone is equal before laws and regulations, there are no exceptions to compliance with laws and regulations, and there are no exceptions to the enforcement of laws and regulations.
Under the guidance of 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), the people's army will surely be able to write a new chapter in strengthening the military and revitalizing the army with unprecedented unity under new historical conditions, worthy of the revolutionary predecessors, worthy of the century-old foundation, and worthy of the great era.
Xinhua News Agency, Beijing (北京), April 8 (Reporter Mei Changwei (梅常伟)) - The training course for senior military cadres opened at the National Defence University (国防大学) on the morning of the 8th. Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央), President of the People's Republic of China (国家主席), and Chairman of the Central Military Commission (中央军委), attended the opening ceremony and delivered an important speech. He emphasized that it is necessary to take 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) as guidance, thoroughly implement the Thought on Strengthening the Military in the New Era, carry out ideological rectification, deepen political training, strengthen the revolutionary forging of our military's cadre ranks, always maintain the purity and glory of the people's army, and greet the centenary of the army's founding with a new political outlook.
Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that our party and our army are united by ideals and beliefs. Joining this party and this army requires firm belief in Marxism and loyalty to the party's beliefs, organization, and cause. It is necessary to conscientiously study the party's innovative theories, grasp the Marxist positions, viewpoints, and methods running through them, and ensure political steadfastness with theoretical clarity. Leading military cadres, especially senior cadres, should take the lead in upholding serious intra-party political life, set a good example in telling the truth, cultivate a magnanimous spirit that can tolerate others, and create a strong atmosphere of speaking frankly, offering sincere advice, and daring to struggle.
Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that our party is a Marxist party that always represents the fundamental interests of the broadest masses of the people, and has no special interests of its own. All thoughts and actions of seeking personal gain and corruption are incompatible with the party's nature and purpose. Cadres at all levels of the military must consciously correct their positions, stand firmly on the people's stand, and overcome all selfish and impure thoughts that deviate from the masses. Senior cadres should take the lead in restoring and carrying forward the fine traditions of our party and our army, put down official airs, return to the true colors of revolutionary soldiers, and let the new atmosphere of integrity fill the troops even more. It is necessary to understand laws and disciplines, be clear about rules, and know reverence, so that everyone is equal before laws and regulations, there are no exceptions to compliance with laws and regulations, and there are no exceptions to the enforcement of laws and regulations.
Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that our party and our army have continuously grown and strengthened in the struggle against various erroneous thoughts and styles. He believes that under the guidance of 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), the people's army will surely be able to write a new chapter in strengthening the military and revitalizing the army with unprecedented unity under new historical conditions, worthy of the revolutionary predecessors, worthy of the century-old foundation, and worthy of the great era.
Zhang Shengmin (张升民), Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission (中央军委), presided over the opening ceremony. The students of the first training course for senior military cadres and the main responsible comrades of various departments of the Central Military Commission (中央军委) and relevant units of the military stationed in Beijing (北京) attended the meeting. The opening ceremony was organized in the form of a video teleconference, with branch venues set up in relevant military units above the army level throughout the military.
Return to TopSince the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the scale of China's service industry has steadily expanded, and its quality and efficiency have continued to improve, playing an important role in supporting industrial upgrading, meeting people's livelihood needs, and driving employment expansion.
On the new journey, it is necessary to adhere to the guidance of Xi Jinping (习近平)'s Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, fully, accurately, and comprehensively implement the new development concept, highlight demand-driven, reform and tackling key problems, technology empowerment, and opening up and cooperation, deeply implement the service industry capacity expansion and quality improvement action, promote the extension of producer services to specialization and the high end of the value chain, promote the high-quality, diversified, and convenient development of life services, cultivate more "China Service" brands, and strive to create a new situation in the high-quality development of the service industry.
Beijing (北京), April 8 (People's Daily) -- Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, recently made important instructions on the development of the service industry, pointing out that since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the scale of China's service industry has steadily expanded, and its quality and efficiency have continued to improve, playing an important role in supporting industrial upgrading, meeting people's livelihood needs, and driving employment expansion.
Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that on the new journey, it is necessary to adhere to the guidance of Xi Jinping (习近平)'s Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, fully, accurately, and comprehensively implement the new development concept, highlight demand-driven, reform and tackling key problems, technology empowerment, and opening up and cooperation, deeply implement the service industry capacity expansion and quality improvement action, promote the extension of producer services to specialization and the high end of the value chain, promote the high-quality, diversified, and convenient development of life services, cultivate more "China Service" brands, and strive to create a new situation in the high-quality development of the service industry.
The National Service Industry Conference was held in Beijing (北京) from April 7 to 8. The conference conveyed Xi Jinping (习近平)'s important instructions. Li Qiang (李强), member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Premier of the State Council, attended the meeting and delivered a speech. Ding Xuexiang (丁薛祥), member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council, made a concluding speech.
Li Qiang (李强) pointed out in his speech that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平)'s important instructions profoundly expounded the great significance, important principles, and key tasks of developing the service industry, and have strong ideological, guiding, and targeted significance, further pointing out the direction for doing relevant work well. We must conscientiously study and comprehend, resolutely implement, and consciously deepen our understanding of the service industry from the height of strategy and the overall situation, adhere to both capacity expansion and quality improvement, and coordinate development and supervision, so as to better promote the high-quality and efficient development of the service industry and ensure that it is both full of vitality and healthy and orderly.
Li Qiang (李强) pointed out that it is necessary to conform to the trends of changes in population structure, upgrading of consumption structure, and transformation of industrial structure, focus on key areas of production and life, promote the development of the service industry in a hierarchical and classified manner, continuously cultivate new growth points in the service industry, and improve the digital, standardized, integrated, and international development level of the service industry. Focusing on the daily life needs of residents, promote more inclusive and high-quality basic needs services. Focusing on residents' pursuit of a high-quality life, expand the supply of upgraded services. Focusing on residents' diversified consumption needs, refine and refine personalized services. Focusing on the specialization and high-end of research and development design, accelerate the expansion of technology services. Focusing on the value enhancement of production links, vigorously develop advanced manufacturing services. Focusing on the realization of market value, focus on improving the level of supporting professional services.
Li Qiang (李强) emphasized that it is necessary to promote work with reform and innovation ideas and methods, deeply grasp the trend of industrial evolution, adhere to both "letting go" and "managing well," actively expand opening up, and further enhance the pertinence and effectiveness of policy support, so as to create a good environment for the development of the service industry. All departments and all localities should establish and practice the correct view of political achievements, strengthen coordination and cooperation, strive to explore innovation, and jointly write a new chapter in the high-quality and efficient development of the service industry.
Ding Xuexiang (丁薛祥) said in his concluding speech that it is necessary to further unify thoughts and actions with the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平)'s important instructions and the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee, and focus on expanding capacity and improving quality to solidly promote the key tasks of service industry development. Pay attention to innovation-driven, vigorously develop technology services, strengthen digital and intelligent services, and promote the integrated development of manufacturing and service industries. Pay attention to cost reduction and efficiency enhancement, strengthen and optimize modern logistics, financial services, and business services, and promote the smooth connection of all links in the economic cycle. Pay attention to the needs of people's livelihood, promote more convenient daily life services, efficient and adapted public services, and innovative development of cultural tourism, sports and other services, so as to better meet personalized, diversified, and high-quality needs. Pay attention to enhancing vitality, deepen the construction of a unified national market, strengthen the standardization of the service industry, and expand the institutional opening up of the service industry. All regions, departments, and units should establish and practice the correct view of political achievements and promote the implementation of the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee and the State Council.
Relevant responsible comrades from the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委), the National Health Commission (国家卫生健康委), the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局), Shanghai (上海), and Hunan Province (湖南省) made exchange speeches.
Wu Zhenglong (吴政隆) attended the meeting.
The meeting was held in the form of a video conference. Responsible comrades from various provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities directly under the Central Government, and cities under separate state planning, the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (新疆生产建设兵团), relevant departments of the Central and State organs, relevant people's organizations, centrally-administered financial institutions, some central enterprises, and relevant departments of the Central Military Commission attended the meeting.
Return to TopZhao Leji (赵乐际), Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大常委会), held talks with Portuguese Parliament Speaker Aguiar-Branco (阿吉亚尔—布兰科) at the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂) in Beijing (北京) on April 8.
Zhao Leji (赵乐际) stated that China and Portugal are traditionally friendly countries and comprehensive strategic partners characterized by mutual respect, mutual trust, and win-win cooperation. President Xi Jinping (习近平) maintains close communication with President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa (塞古罗总统) and Prime Minister António Costa (蒙特内格罗总理), providing strategic guidance for the development of China-Portugal relations. China is willing to work with Portugal to take the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries as a guide, continue the traditional friendship, enhance strategic mutual trust, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, and promote the steady and long-term development of the China-Portugal comprehensive strategic partnership.
Zhao Leji (赵乐际) pointed out that since the establishment of diplomatic relations, Portugal has always adhered to the one-China principle. The two countries properly resolved the Macao issue through friendly consultations, fully demonstrating the political wisdom and high degree of mutual trust between the two sides. China is willing to work with Portugal to adhere to respecting each other's core interests and major concerns, and continuously consolidate and expand consensus on the basis of equal treatment and sincere dialogue. Strengthen the alignment of development strategies, expand two-way investment, and expand cooperation in new energy, the digital economy, artificial intelligence and other fields. Deepen cooperation in culture, science and technology, education, tourism and other fields to consolidate the public opinion foundation of bilateral relations. Make good use of mechanisms such as the Forum for Economic and Trade Co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries to expand trilateral cooperation facing Africa, Latin America and other regions. Strengthen communication and coordination, and jointly practice true multilateralism. It is hoped that Portugal will continue to play a constructive role in promoting the healthy and stable development of China-Europe relations.
Zhao Leji (赵乐际) emphasized that the National People's Congress of China (中国全国人大) is willing to work with the Portuguese Parliament to strengthen friendly exchanges at multiple levels and in multiple fields based on the functional characteristics of legislative bodies, expand the exchange of experience in legislation and supervision, provide legal guarantees for bilateral practical cooperation, and better help the development of bilateral relations. Zhao Leji (赵乐际) introduced the situation of the Ecological Environment Code, and stated that the two sides can carry out exchanges of experience on the rule of law construction of ecological environment protection, and strengthen cooperation in promoting relevant domestic legislation and the formulation of international rules.
Aguiar-Branco (阿吉亚尔—布兰科) said that both Portugal and China are countries with a long history, and the two countries respect and trust each other and achieve mutual benefit and win-win results. Portugal firmly adheres to the one-China policy and appreciates the successful practice of "one country, two systems" in Macao. Deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between Portugal and China is an important consensus of all parties in Portugal. Facing the uncertainty of the international situation, it is hoped to enhance the strategic nature of Portugal-China relations, jointly adhere to multilateralism, strengthen cooperation in economic, trade, cultural and other fields, promote the healthy development of EU-China relations, and enhance the stability and certainty of the world. The Portuguese Parliament is willing to strengthen friendly exchanges with the National People's Congress of China (中国全国人大), actively play the role of friendship groups, and contribute to promoting practical cooperation between the two countries and enhancing friendship between the two peoples.
He Wei (何维) participated in the meeting.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 8th (Reporter Zhao Cheng (赵成)) Li Xi (李希), a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and leader of the Central Inspection Work Leading Group, attended and addressed the National Inspection Work Conference and the Mobilization and Deployment Meeting for the Seventh Round of Inspections of the 20th CPC Central Committee on April 8th. The meeting conveyed and studied the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech on inspection work, studied and deployed this year's inspection work, made arrangements for inspections of central and state organs in the fields of politics and law, social people's livelihood, and science and technology, and emphasized the need to conscientiously study and understand Xi Jinping's (习近平) Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, profoundly understand the decisive significance of the "Two Establishes" and resolutely achieve the "Two Safeguards," promote the high-quality development of inspection work with higher standards and more practical measures, more firmly safeguard the unity and solidarity of the Party, firmly defend the Party's advanced nature and purity, and provide a strong guarantee for a good start to the "15th Five-Year Plan."
Li Xi (李希) pointed out that since entering the new era, the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) as the core has always planned and promoted inspection work from a strategic and overall perspective, and inspection supervision has become a sharp sword for governing the Party and a powerful tool for administering the country. It is necessary to thoroughly study and implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech on inspection work, fully implement the Party's inspection work policy, adhere to the strict tone, unswervingly deepen political inspections, and continuously enhance the deterrence, penetration, and driving force of inspection supervision. It is necessary to focus on the fundamental task of the "Two Safeguards," strictly enforce political discipline and political rules, and promote Party organizations and Party members and cadres at all levels to implement the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee without discount. It is necessary to take serious action to grasp inspection rectification, further improve the rectification responsibility system, continuously strengthen rectification supervision, and continuously enhance the effectiveness of promoting reform and governance through inspections. It is necessary to solidly and deeply promote inspections of villages, take solving the urgent difficulties and anxieties of the masses as the main direction of attack, promote the rectification of unhealthy tendencies and corruption problems around the masses, and consolidate the political foundation for the Party's long-term governance. It is necessary to strengthen self-construction with perseverance, continuously improve the standardization, legalization, and regularization of inspection work, and always be loyal, clean, responsible, and dare to fight and be good at fighting.
Li Xi (李希) emphasized that it is necessary to accurately grasp the focus of this round of inspections, improve the political position, focus on functional responsibilities, focus on the fundamental issue of the concept of political achievements, deeply understand the performance of duties and missions, comprehensively deepen reforms, and coordinate development and security of the inspected Party organizations, deeply understand the promotion of comprehensive and strict Party governance and the strengthening of the leading body, cadre and talent team, and grassroots Party organization construction, deeply understand the implementation of inspection rectification, and promote central and state organs to take the lead in being public-minded and serving the people, making scientific decisions, and doing practical work, so as to take the lead in practicing the "Two Safeguards" with outstanding achievements. It is necessary to strengthen organization and implementation, carry out inspections in a solid and orderly manner, adhere to seeking truth from facts, answering the same questions together, seeking progress while maintaining stability, and promote the work of all links with scientific methods and pragmatic measures to ensure the successful completion of the inspection tasks.
Shi Taifeng (石泰峰), a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and deputy leader of the Central Inspection Work Leading Group, announced the decision on the authorization and appointment of the leaders of the seventh round of inspections of the 20th CPC Central Committee and the division of tasks. Liu Jinguo (刘金国), a member of the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee and deputy leader of the Central Inspection Work Leading Group, presided over the meeting.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 8th (Reporter) - Vice President Han Zheng (韩正) met with the Speaker of the Portuguese Parliament, Aguiar-Branco, in Beijing (北京) on the 8th.
Han Zheng (韩正) stated that last month, President Xi Jinping (习近平) sent a congratulatory message to President Seguro on his inauguration, emphasizing that both sides should strengthen strategic communication, consolidate high-level mutual trust, and promote high-quality cooperation, pointing the direction for the development of the China-Portugal comprehensive strategic partnership. China is willing to work with Portugal to follow the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, consolidate high-level mutual trust, promote cooperation in areas such as clean energy, the digital economy, artificial intelligence, and pharmaceutical health, jointly expand cooperation with Macao as a platform, promote China and Europe to adhere to their partnership positioning, and maintain international unity and cooperation. We aim to inject more positive energy into China-Europe cooperation and world peace and development with the stability, mutual benefit, and openness of China-Portugal cooperation.
Aguiar-Branco stated that Portugal and China have a high level of mutual trust. The Portuguese side appreciates the successful implementation of "One Country, Two Systems" in Macao (澳门) and hopes to further promote bilateral pragmatic cooperation and multilateral communication and collaboration.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 8th (Reporter Han Xin (韩鑫)) The State Post Bureau (国家邮政局) released the 2025 survey report on express delivery service satisfaction and on-time delivery rate on the 8th. The survey shows that the public satisfaction score for express delivery services in 2025 was 85.0 points, an increase of 0.4 points year-on-year. Among them, the satisfaction of indicators such as placing orders at express delivery service stations, environmentally friendly packaging, and personal information security protection has increased significantly, indicating that China has achieved remarkable results in promoting green delivery and express delivery privacy services.
From the perspective of delivery timeliness, the survey shows that in 2025, the average time limit for the entire express delivery service in key areas across the country was 51.22 hours, a year-on-year decrease of 2.66 hours. The 72-hour delivery rate was 87.04%, a year-on-year increase of 3.09 percentage points. With the further improvement of the basic network and the accelerated promotion of unmanned technology, the express delivery timeliness experience has been further optimized.
From the perspective of service areas, in 2025, the service quality of cities in the western region has improved significantly, reflecting that with the acceleration of "e-commerce to the west," the "free shipping zone" continues to expand, and the regional development of express delivery services in China is becoming more coordinated.
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By: 本报记者 吴 丹 吴 月 闫伊乔
This year marks the 130th anniversary of the founding of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (上海交通大学), Xi'an Jiao Tong University (西安交通大学), Southwest Jiaotong University (西南交通大学), and Beijing Jiaotong University (北京交通大学). Recently, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) replied to all faculty, staff, and students of the four Jiaotong Universities, expressing his earnest expectations for the development of the schools and extending congratulations to all faculty, staff, and alumni.
With earnest expectations and deep entrustment, General Secretary Xi Jinping's reply has greatly inspired all faculty, staff, and alumni of the four Jiaotong Universities, as well as the vast number of education, science, and technology workers. Everyone has expressed that they will adhere to their original aspiration and mission, step forward to shoulder responsibilities, strive to make achievements, and make new contributions to building a strong country in education, a strong country in science and technology, and a strong country in talent.
"Inheriting and promoting the spirit of westward relocation" and "focusing on the country's major strategic needs"... Studying General Secretary Xi Jinping's reply, Tan Jiahua (谭家华), Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and Professor of the School of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Civil Engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (上海交通大学), felt deeply encouraged: "I have been working on the front line of education and scientific research in the field of naval architecture and ocean engineering for decades, and I have seen generations of Jiaotong University people adhering to the glorious tradition and integrating their personal ideals into the overall situation of national development. I will continue to deeply cultivate the field of large-scale engineering ship technology and contribute to the country's development."
Located in Xi'an Jiao Tong University (西安交通大学), the Jiaotong University Westward Relocation Museum, with the ten large characters "Born for the nation, born for the era" (为民族而生，为时代而生) telling the sonorous oath spanning the century. Lü Qing (吕青), Curator of the Archives and Museum of Xi'an Jiao Tong University (西安交通大学), said that they will continue to make good use of red resources, enrich new measures and new paths for practical education in the museum, and give a good "major ideological and political lesson" on the "spirit of westward relocation."
Zhai Wanming (翟婉明), Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chief Professor of Southwest Jiaotong University (西南交通大学), has long been deeply involved in the field of rail transit. He said that he will continue to lead the team, strive to do "top-notch and practical" scientific research, cultivate outstanding talents who can shoulder great responsibilities, support major national instruments, and serve national strategies.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping's reply has made the direction of struggle clearer for me and my team – wherever the country needs us, we will rush there; wherever there are engineering problems, we will tackle them." For more than 20 years, Tan Zhongsheng (谭忠盛), Professor of the School of Civil Engineering and Architecture at Beijing Jiaotong University (北京交通大学), and his team members have successively devoted themselves to major projects such as the Qinghai-Tibet Railway and the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, successfully solving a number of world-class technical problems.
Technological innovation relies on talent, and talent cultivation relies on education. General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized in his reply, "Strengthen independent innovation in science and technology and independent cultivation of talent."
Guo Sheng (郭盛), Executive Vice Dean of the Undergraduate School of Beijing Jiaotong University (北京交通大学), said: "The school will take the construction of the Xiong'an Campus (雄安校区) as an opportunity to systematically promote the creation of a 'one school, multiple campuses' undergraduate teaching system, and integrate the spirit of the important reply into every course, every training link, and every educational scenario."
Cao Wenbin (曹文斌), Professor of the School of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Science and Technology Beijing (北京科技大学), said: "As a university teacher, I will adhere to the original aspiration of establishing morality and cultivating people, and strive to cultivate more high-quality talents who listen to the Party, follow the Party, have ideals, have skills, and have the steel and iron bones to dedicate themselves to the country."
Xu Songyuan (徐松源), a doctoral student at the National Key Laboratory of Rail Transit Vehicle System at Southwest Jiaotong University (西南交通大学), said: "I am growing up in the school's high-level scientific research platform. In the future, I will strive to integrate my personal growth into the country's major strategic needs and submit a youth answer sheet worthy of the times."
"As a young university worker, I will firmly take the path of independent talent cultivation and self-reliance in science and technology, and contribute more to the rejuvenation of a strong country." said Zhang Yumiao (张育淼), Professor of the School of Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing at Tianjin University (天津大学).
High-level self-reliance in science and technology is inseparable from the deep integration of industry, academia, and research.
"The goal of a strong country is inseparable from the successive innovation of generations of scientific research teams." Chen Yong (陈勇), alumnus of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (上海交通大学), Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and Chief Designer of the C909 aircraft series, said, "We will keep our mission firmly in mind, strive to strengthen original innovation and key core technology breakthroughs, and promote the deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation."
Dang Yongjun (党永军), Professor of the School of Pharmacy at Chongqing Medical University (重庆医科大学), is carrying out scientific research on new drug development. "I will continue to focus on national needs to carry out research, actively connect with relevant enterprises, promote the integration of industry, academia, and research, and transform the results at the forefront of industrial development," said Dang Yongjun (党永军).
Located in the China Western Science and Technology Innovation Harbor (中国西部科技创新港) in Xixian New Area (西咸新区), Shaanxi Province, it is writing an innovative story of deep integration of industry, academia, and research. In recent years, relying on the China Western Science and Technology Innovation Harbor (中国西部科技创新港), Xi'an Jiao Tong University (西安交通大学) has actively explored the integrated promotion of education, science and technology, and talent development.
"On the new journey, the younger generation should show new actions and new responsibilities." Zhang Yuhang (张宇航), a master's student at the China Western Science and Technology Innovation Harbor (中国西部科技创新港) campus of Xi'an Jiao Tong University (西安交通大学), said, "I will continue to be down-to-earth, actively integrate into the fertile ground of deep integration of industry, academia, and research, and strive to write my thesis on the land of the motherland."
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General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) recently issued important instructions on the development of the service industry, pointing out the direction for high-quality development of the service industry. The National Service Industry Conference held in Beijing (北京) from April 7th to 8th conveyed the important instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平). Attendees and the general public expressed that they will work diligently and proactively, continuously expand effective supply, strengthen service standards and quality brand building, and promote high-quality and efficient development of the service industry through capacity expansion and quality improvement.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, China's service industry has steadily expanded in scale and continuously improved in quality and efficiency, playing an important role in supporting industrial upgrading, meeting people's livelihood needs, and driving employment expansion.
In 2025, China's service industry delivered a brilliant report card: the added value exceeded 80 trillion yuan for the first time, accounting for 57.7% of GDP, and the contribution rate to national economic growth reached 61.4%. At the same time, China is expanding high-level opening up with the service industry as the focus, sharing service industry development opportunities with countries around the world.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important instructions profoundly clarified the great significance and important principles of developing the service industry, emphasizing highlighting demand-driven, reform breakthroughs, technology empowerment, and open cooperation, clarifying the focus and direction for the next step of work." Fu Jiuling (傅久岭), Director of the Industrial Development Department of the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委), who listened to General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important instructions on site, was deeply inspired, "We will promote reforms in key areas, deepen the pilot of integrated development of advanced manufacturing and modern service industries, strengthen research on service industry development trends and laws, and monitoring of operating trends, grasp the entry points of industrial, employment, consumption, and investment policies, and effectively improve the satisfaction and sense of gain of the people."
Issuing "ticket stub rights packages," organizing Qingming (清明) outing markets, and holding camping concerts... Currently, many places in Jiangsu (江苏) are carrying out colorful spring consumption promotion activities around seasonal delicacies, study tours, and sports viewing, activating new momentum for service consumption.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) requires highlighting 'demand-driven.' We will coordinate the use of policy implementation, event creation, and scene upgrade combinations, focusing on consumption demands such as 'watching Jiangsu (江苏) Super League, tasting Jiangsu (江苏) flavors, and purchasing Jiangsu (江苏) goods,' creating diversified integrated consumption scenes of commerce, tourism, culture, sports, and health through departmental collaboration, cultivating more characteristic service consumption IPs, and further promoting the quality improvement and capacity expansion of service consumption," said Jiang Xin (姜昕), Deputy Director of the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Commerce (江苏省商务厅).
In the laboratory of a technology company in Zhongguancun (中关村), Beijing (北京), AI algorithms are autonomously scheduling experimental equipment to complete hydrogen energy catalyst preparation testing, and real-time jumping experimental data on the screen continuously form a high-quality data closed loop.
Yang Pu (杨璞), Deputy Director of the Beijing Municipal Science & Technology Commission and Administrative Commission of Zhongguancun (北京市科委、中关村管委会), said, "Technological innovation is an important starting point for high-quality development of the service industry. We will implement the General Secretary's (习近平) requirement of 'technology empowerment,' anchor the goal of high-quality development of the service industry, allow more technology service institutions to resonate with hard technology enterprises, and provide a more solid service support for the construction of the Beijing (京津冀) International Science and Technology Innovation Center."
China's service industry plays a leading role in economic growth. At the same time, problems such as the overall insufficient supply of high-quality services and the need to further improve innovation capabilities still exist.
"In recent years, Jingjiang (靖江) has relied on its port advantages to accelerate the creation of a modern port-based service industry cluster. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized 'deeply implementing the service industry capacity expansion and quality improvement action,' which puts forward new and higher requirements for comprehensively improving the quality, efficiency, and competitiveness of the service industry, and also points out the direction and path for the development of Jingjiang's (靖江) service industry." Shen Qiang (申强), Secretary of the Jingjiang Municipal Party Committee of Jiangsu Province (江苏省靖江市委书记), said that they will improve the policy system supporting the development of the service industry, support leading enterprises to promote service-oriented manufacturing, extend the development of full life cycle management, operation and maintenance, intelligent diagnosis, inspection and testing, and other service ecosystems, and accelerate the construction of a modern service industry system with Jingjiang (靖江) characteristics in accordance with local conditions.
After carefully studying the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important instructions, Xu Xianfeng (许现峰), President of the Henan Chain Business Association (河南省连锁经营协会), is even more motivated: "We will give full play to the association's role as a bridge and link, unite relevant departments to build a service platform for chain enterprises, cultivate benchmark services for the chain industry, accelerate the construction of a county-level service system, promote chain brands and supply chain services to extend to rural areas, and improve the three-level service network of counties, townships, and villages."
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized "promoting the extension of producer services to specialization and the high end of the value chain," which made Sun Hanfu (孙汉福), a member of the Party Committee and Deputy General Manager of China Certification & Inspection (Group) Co., Ltd. (中国检验认证（集团）有限公司), clearer about the company's direction. "We will accelerate the improvement of the full-chain linkage mechanism of R&D, achievement transformation, and industrialization application, expand the intelligent application scenarios of quality infrastructure, and provide higher standards and technical support for the digital transformation of industries," said Sun Hanfu (孙汉福).
Recently, many cities across the country have ushered in "new scenarios" for domestic services: booking smart cleaning services on life service platforms, and the door-to-door service is provided by a "housework partner" composed of cleaning aunts and robots.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) requires promoting the high-quality, diversified, and convenient development of life services. We will continue to focus on the needs of groups such as the elderly and children, formulate higher service standards, promote vocational training for practitioners, promote the large-scale implementation of human-machine collaboration models in fields such as domestic services, and make life services more standardized, high-quality, and trustworthy," said Li Zijian (李子健), President of Domestic Business of 58.com (58同城).
As the "weathervane" and "wind vane" of China's foreign trade, the 139th Canton Fair (广交会) will open in Guangzhou (广州) on April 15. At that time, a group of "new" faces deeply integrated with intelligent manufacturing and service trade will be unveiled.
"General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized cultivating more 'China Service' brands. We will further expand the exhibition space, strengthen supply and demand docking, integrate a batch of 'China Manufacturing' with strong innovation and sufficient 'intelligence' with service scenarios such as education, medical care, and health care, create well-known brands with high market recognition and strong competitiveness, and help more 'manufacturing + service' solutions go global through the Canton Fair (广交会) platform," said Ding Shuang (丁爽), Director of the Canton Fair (广交会) Work Department of the China Foreign Trade Center (中国对外贸易中心).
(Xinhua News Agency, Beijing (北京), April 8)
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On April 7th, the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委) released a message: effective from 24:00 on April 7th, domestic gasoline and diesel prices (standard grades) should be increased by 800 yuan and 770 yuan per ton respectively, but after adjustments, the actual increases are 420 yuan and 400 yuan. This is the second time the state has taken regulatory measures since the adjustment of domestic refined oil product prices on March 23rd.
Fluctuations in oil prices affect everyone. How are domestic refined oil product prices determined in China? Under what circumstances will regulatory measures be taken? If international crude oil prices rise sharply in the future, what regulatory measures will be taken? Regarding these questions, reporters interviewed relevant departments and experts.
Domestic Refined Oil Product Prices are Linked to International Crude Oil Prices
Reader concern: How are domestic refined oil product prices determined in China?
According to reports, the current domestic refined oil product price mechanism is mainly based on the "Petroleum Price Management Measures" (《石油价格管理办法》) issued by the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委) in 2016 (hereinafter referred to as the "Measures"). China is a major oil importer, with foreign crude oil procurement accounting for more than 70%. The "Measures" clarify that gasoline and diesel prices are adjusted every 10 working days based on changes in international market crude oil prices.
Lü Zhichen (吕指臣), Deputy Director of the Price Cost and Certification Center of the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委), introduced that the mechanism has three key points:
"A basket." Domestic gasoline and diesel prices are linked to the average price of a basket of international crude oils, and price adjustments are affected by multiple, rather than a single, international crude oil price.
"Average price." The magnitude of the price adjustment is not simply determined by the price changes at individual points in time or on certain days of international crude oil prices, but rather depends on a comparison of the average price of a basket of international crude oils in the 10 working days before the price adjustment with the average price in the 10 working days before the previous price adjustment.
"Range regulation." Under certain circumstances, the state will take price regulation measures.
In recent years, domestic refined oil product prices in China have been adjusted according to the mechanism, with both increases and decreases. In 2023, refined oil product prices saw "10 increases, 12 decreases, and 3 adjustments suspended," in 2024 "9 increases, 9 decreases, and 7 adjustments suspended," and in 2025 "7 increases, 12 decreases, and 6 adjustments suspended," totaling "26 increases, 33 decreases, and 16 adjustments suspended" over the three years.
Recently, international market crude oil prices have fluctuated sharply, especially with crude oil prices in the Middle East reaching record highs, which has directly increased China's import and oil consumption costs, and has also led to a recent overall upward trend in domestic refined oil product prices.
Temporary Regulation Helps Mitigate the Impact of Abnormal Increases in International Oil Prices
Reader concern: Under what circumstances will the state take regulatory measures on oil prices?
Tian Lei (田磊), Deputy Director of the Economic Center of the Energy Research Institute of the China Macroeconomic Research Institute (中国宏观经济研究院), said that according to the current mechanism, when the price of a basket of international crude oils in the 10 working days before the price adjustment is higher than $130 per barrel or lower than $40 per barrel, the state will take price regulation measures.
Currently, the price of a basket of international crude oils has not yet broken through the "ceiling price" of $130 per barrel, so why have two temporary regulations been taken recently?
The main basis is Article 7 of the "Measures": "When the overall domestic price level shows a significant increase or a major emergency occurs, as well as special circumstances such as abnormal fluctuations in international market oil prices that require regulation of refined oil product prices," "price adjustments may be suspended, delayed, or the magnitude of the price adjustment may be reduced."
"On the basis of maintaining the current price mechanism framework, taking temporary regulatory measures on domestic refined oil product prices takes into account the interests of consumers and producers, helps to mitigate the impact of abnormal increases in international oil prices, reduces the burden on downstream users, and ensures the stable operation of the economy and people's livelihood," said Tian Lei (田磊).
"The gasoline and diesel prices released by the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委) are for 'standard grades' calculated per ton, namely 92-octane gasoline and 0-grade diesel," said Lü Zhichen (吕指臣). Taking the March 23rd regulation as an example, domestic gasoline and diesel prices (standard grades) should have been increased by 2205 yuan and 2120 yuan per ton respectively, but after adjustments, the actual increases were 1160 yuan and 1115 yuan, which, when converted to per-liter prices, meant that 92-octane gasoline and 0-grade diesel increased by about 0.87 yuan and 0.95 yuan per liter respectively, about 0.85 yuan less per liter compared to no regulation. With the April 7th regulation, 92-octane gasoline will increase by 0.31 yuan less per liter, and 0-grade diesel will increase by 0.32 yuan less per liter.
If the Price Regulation Upper Limit is Triggered, Refined Oil Product Prices Will Not Be Increased or Will Be Increased Less
Reader concern: If international crude oil prices rise sharply in the future, what regulatory measures will the state take?
"If the average price of a basket of international crude oils continues to rise sharply, exceeding $130 per barrel (corresponding to a domestic average retail price of 92-octane gasoline slightly higher than 10 yuan per liter), it will trigger the price regulation upper limit," Tian Lei (田磊) told reporters. For the portion exceeding the upper limit, the maximum retail prices of domestic gasoline and diesel will not be increased or will be increased less, and at the same time, in order to stabilize supply, the state may take some fiscal and tax support policies.
From past experience, the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022 once triggered a sharp rise in international oil prices. At that time, the state clearly stated that when international oil prices exceeded the regulatory upper limit of $130 per barrel, domestic refined oil product prices would no longer be increased in the short term (no more than two months), and temporary subsidies would be given to refining enterprises.
The National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委) stated that it will guide Sinopec (中石油), Sinopec (中石化), CNOOC (中海油) and other refined oil product production and sales enterprises to make every effort to do a good job in the production and transportation of refined oil products, ensure stable market supply, and strictly implement national price policies. Relevant departments in various regions should increase market supervision and inspection efforts, severely investigate and deal with acts that do not implement national price policies, and maintain normal market order. If consumers encounter relevant price violations, they can report them through the 12315 platform.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 8th (Reporter Zhao Zhanhui (赵展慧)) The Financial Regulatory Administration (金融监管总局) recently issued a notice clarifying that it will continue to strengthen financial supply in key areas, focusing on stabilizing grain and oil production, improving the quality and efficiency of the "vegetable basket" industry, and agricultural technological innovation, and continue to increase financial support. As of the end of February, the national inclusive agricultural loan balance was 14.52 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 10.34%; in the first two months of this year, the average interest rate of newly issued inclusive agricultural loans was 4.05%, a year-on-year decrease of 0.46 percentage points; agricultural insurance provided risk protection of 0.9 trillion yuan for 21 million farmers.
The "Notice on Doing a Good Job in Financial Support for the Comprehensive Revitalization of Rural Areas in 2026" clarifies that in 2026, the Agricultural Development Bank of China (农业发展银行) and large and medium-sized commercial banks should continue to separately list agricultural credit plans, and strive to achieve the goal of continuous growth in the balance of agricultural loans of the same caliber compared with the beginning of the year. Guide large and medium-sized banks to actively develop agricultural industry chain finance, expand the number of first-time borrowers, promote the improvement of the ability of rural small and medium-sized banks to support agriculture and small businesses through reforms, reasonably determine internal tilting policies for inclusive agricultural loans, and resolutely prevent and correct "**内卷式**" (nèi juǎn shì - "involution," excessive internal competition leading to stagnation) competitive behavior. Optimize agricultural credit products and services, provide more suitable credit products in combination with the characteristics of "agriculture, rural areas, and farmers," and increase support for loan extensions and renewals for agricultural enterprises and farmers in accordance with laws and regulations. Strengthen insurance protection for rice, wheat, corn, and soybeans, develop local advantageous and characteristic agricultural product insurance in accordance with local conditions, and give play to the role of agricultural insurance in disaster prevention and mitigation.
The notice requires actively helping to cultivate and strengthen county-level industries that enrich the people, helping to develop county-level economies with distinctive characteristics, and cultivating new forms, new models, and new scenarios of rural consumption. Support rural construction and urban-rural integration and development, increase support for the construction of rural revitalization zones, and encourage banking institutions to introduce special credit preferential policies. Improve the normalized financial assistance mechanism, focus on preventing people from returning to poverty and underdeveloped areas, consolidate and enhance the strength, precision, and effectiveness of financial assistance, and help ensure that the bottom line of preventing large-scale return to poverty is firmly guarded.
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On April 7th, China's deepest offshore wind power project, the Huaneng Shandong Peninsula North L Site Offshore Wind Power Project (华能山东半岛北L场址海上风电项目), was fully connected to the grid for power generation. This marks a new breakthrough for China's commercial offshore wind power in areas such as deep and far-reaching sea complex environments and large-capacity unit integration.
The center of the project site is about 70 kilometers from the shore, with a water depth of 52 to 56 meters. It is equipped with 42 12-megawatt wind turbine units, with a total installed capacity of 504,000 kilowatts. "Calculated on the basis of 10 kilowatt-hours of electricity consumption per household per day, one wind turbine working at full load for 1 hour can meet the daily electricity demand of 1,200 households," said Li Weidong (李卫东), Deputy General Manager of Huaneng Shandong Power Generation Co., Ltd. (华能山东发电有限公司).
It is generally believed that offshore wind power projects with a water depth of more than 50 meters belong to deep-sea wind power, and those with a site center more than 65 kilometers from the shore belong to far-sea wind power. As near-shore developable resources become increasingly scarce, it is inevitable that China's offshore wind power will develop towards deep and far-reaching seas.
Li Weidong (李卫东) introduced that deep and far-reaching sea areas have higher wind speeds and more stable wind conditions, and the annual equivalent full-load hours are 15%-20% higher than those in near-shore areas, which significantly improves power generation efficiency. However, compared with near-shore projects, deep and far-reaching sea wind power faces more complex challenges in terms of technological breakthroughs, equipment adaptation, and cost control.
What new technologies are applied in the deepest offshore wind power project?
The innovative application of a four-pile jacket foundation structure, up to 83.9 meters high, is the highest of its kind in China.
At present, single-pile foundations are used in more than 70% of offshore wind power projects in China. Inserting a long steel pipe into the seabed is simple in structure and convenient in construction. It is mainly suitable for shallow sea areas with a water depth of less than 30 meters, and its resistance to wind and waves and ocean currents is relatively limited.
"The four-pile jacket foundation structure is equivalent to building a stable 'steel frame base' with four legs for the wind turbine. These four legs are connected by a truss structure to fix the wind turbine on the seabed," said Li Chunxiao (李春晓), head of the Huaneng Shandong Peninsula North L Site Offshore Wind Power Project (华能山东半岛北L场址海上风电项目).
The "unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) + artificial magnetic field" collaborative technology realizes aerial viewing and underwater tracking to complete the laying of 95.6 kilometers of ultra-long submarine cables.
When submarine cables are laid from the sea to the land, directional drilling technology is usually used, which is like drilling a precise "tunnel" in the seabed in advance, and then threading the submarine cable through the "tunnel." Li Chunxiao (李春晓) introduced that the traditional method is to place an artificial magnetic field signal source on the ship to guide the underwater drill bit, but the ship is prone to shaking due to the influence of wind, waves and tides, resulting in inaccurate positioning and slow speed.
Based on the traditional method, the project uses a UAV equipped with high-precision detection equipment to stably hover and cruise in the air, real-time capture and track the actual position and forward direction of the drill bit under the seabed, forming a closed-loop navigation system for aerial viewing and underwater tracking. The positioning accuracy is five to six times higher than the traditional method, and the overall construction time is about 1/5 of the traditional method, which solves the problems of difficult positioning and low efficiency in laying ultra-long-distance submarine cables.
China's cumulative grid-connected installed capacity of offshore wind power has exceeded 47 million kilowatts, equivalent to about two Three Gorges power stations, ranking first in the world for five consecutive years.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on April 8th (Reporter: Lin Lili (林丽鹂)) - Recently, the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局) released data showing that from May 2025 to January 2026, the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局) deployed a comprehensive rectification campaign nationwide to address issues related to the measurement and charging of residential water, electricity, and gas. Across the country, approximately 14,000 illegal cases in the water, electricity, and gas sectors were investigated and dealt with, with fines and confiscations amounting to approximately 235 million yuan. Various types of science popularization and publicity activities were carried out 22,000 times, with 3,574,100 copies of publicity materials distributed, benefiting 43.93 million people. Through precise supervision, strict rectification, and long-term promotion, a line of defense for people's livelihood security was solidified. Water, electricity, and gas public utilities found to have illegal charging practices were addressed with a "zero tolerance" attitude to promote fee refunds, urging relevant companies to cumulatively refund approximately 301 million yuan.
The State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局) will continue to consolidate the results of the special rectification campaign and incorporate the measurement and price supervision and inspection of residential water, electricity, and gas into the focus of daily supervision.
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Located in the Fergana Valley in the eastern part of Central Asia, surrounded by mountains like a screen, the Syr Darya River flows with turquoise water. This place was once the intersection of the northern and central routes of the ancient Silk Road, and also the Dayuan Kingdom described by Zhang Qian (张骞) of the Han Dynasty, known for producing Fergana horses. The joint archaeological team of China and Uzbekistan has been working side by side here for more than 10 years, using a series of archaeological evidence to outline a vivid picture of mutual learning and exchange between civilizations.
In recent years, represented by the China-Uzbekistan joint archaeological team, both sides have actively carried out various forms of joint archaeological work and achieved a series of important breakthroughs, providing important factual materials and archaeological basis for the history of the Silk Road.
From the outer city of the site to fragments of silk, repositioning the coordinates of Fergana civilization.
"Look!" Several Chinese and Uzbek archaeologists gathered around a newly cleared cultural layer, their eyes focused on Liu Tao (刘涛), the Chinese leader of the China-Uzbekistan joint archaeological team—he was carefully removing the topsoil with a hand shovel and brush, and a copper coin with worn edges gradually revealed its true appearance.
Arriving at the laboratory, after Han Huarui (韩化蕊), a Chinese team member, removed the rust from the coin, the words "Wu Zhu (五铢)" clearly appeared. After testing and analyzing the coin's material, shape, and rope marks, combined with existing literature and other archaeological discoveries, a clear transmission chain was revealed: the Central Plains red copper Wu Zhu coins were first imitated and cast in Kuche, and then transmitted westward to the Fergana Valley. However, the "identity" of the coin changed from a circulating currency to an ornament of nomadic nobles, becoming "history worn on the body."
This is a common scene in the work of the China-Uzbekistan joint archaeological team. Since 2012, the Institute of Archaeology of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and the Institute of Archaeology of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan have formed a joint archaeological team to conduct systematic excavations of the Mingtepa, Monzhatepa, and Eratan sites in the Fergana Valley.
The discovery process of the outer city of the Mingtepa ancient city left a particularly deep impression on Liu Tao (刘涛). Previously, the international Central Asian archaeological community generally believed that Mingtepa consisted only of an inner city with an area of about 0.5 square kilometers. "We used comprehensive surveying and mapping to create a large-scale vectorized digital map, forming a digital platform that can cover the entire city, and conducted 'carpet-like' drilling around the site, finally discovering the outer city wall buried under the cultivated land," said Liu Tao (刘涛). This new discovery "expanded" the area of the Mingtepa ancient city to about 2.8 square kilometers, with a maximum width of 1300 meters from east to west and a maximum length of 2100 meters from north to south, confirming it as the largest ancient city in the basin during the same period, and also repositioning its status in Central Asian history.
"Close cooperation with the Chinese side has changed our past situation of mainly relying on written materials to judge history and being unable to obtain empirical confirmation," said Farkhod Maksudov, Director of the Institute of Anthropology of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan. A series of archaeological discoveries show that the Mingtepa ancient city has a high level and complete functions, and is very likely to be the central city site of the region at that time, namely the capital of the Dayuan Kingdom recorded in Chinese Han Dynasty historical books.
In Monzhatepa, the Chinese side used infrared spectroscopy and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry to identify and analyze the unearthed silk fragments, and found that the fabrics contained dyes such as madder and indigo, and some dyeing plants only grow in southern China; in Eratan, the Chinese side introduced systematic stratigraphy methods and carbon-14 dating technology to precisely measure samples of city walls and house sites, estimating the city's construction date, which was previously inferred by the Uzbek side based on surface pottery shards to be the 6th century BC, to be the 3rd century BC, correcting a cognitive deviation of hundreds of years.
"Archaeology is not only an academic work, but also the cultural foundation of national identity," said Isamiddinov, a professor at the Uzbek-Chinese Joint Archaeological Research Department of Fergana State University of Uzbekistan. The Uzbek-Chinese joint archaeology has important historical and practical significance, and the relevant excavation results have played a positive role in enhancing historical understanding and promoting civilization exchange.
From Luoyang shovel to archaeological cabins, Chinese archaeological technology empowers site protection.
The archaeological achievements of China and Uzbekistan are not only reflected in the discovery of important cultural relics, but also in the sharing of archaeological technology and cultural relic protection concepts.
In the joint archaeological excavation, the Chinese side introduced the Luoyang shovel, a unique Chinese archaeological tool, to the Mingtepa site for the first time. Through drilling and sampling, archaeologists can accurately determine the distribution of underground cultural layers and remains with a small area of excavation, effectively improving the efficiency of the investigation. Initially, the Uzbek archaeologists had doubts about the effect of the Luoyang shovel, but in the excavation of the southwest corner of the No. 1 platform, the Chinese team members accurately revealed the remains invisible on the surface with only one 2-meter square trench. Since then, the term "drilling" has become a new term in Uzbek archaeology, and a local Uzbek drilling team has also grown up.
At the Monzhatepa site, the joint archaeological team discovered a family burial tomb dating back about 1,500 years, in which cultural relics such as bones, textiles, and woodenware were scattered and fragile, bringing great difficulties to the identification of remains and the protection of cultural relics. According to Maksudov, the Chinese team introduced the overall casing technology, putting the entire site, together with the underlying soil, into a special wooden box and transporting it back to the laboratory for detailed analysis. "This innovative technology from China effectively avoids irreversible damage to cultural relics caused by direct on-site cleaning, and retains the original accumulation materials for subsequent research, truly practicing the concept of 'excavation is protection'," said Maksudov.
In early 2025, a mobile archaeological cabin was set up next to the Monzhatepa site. The Chinese personnel disassembled the experimental equipment and transported it from Beijing to the front line of archaeological excavation, and set up a "mobile protection laboratory" on the spot. Relying on three-dimensional scanning, hyperspectral imaging and other technical means, archaeologists can carry out detailed "physical examinations" of the remains in the casing in the field environment and at the first time, effectively completing key links such as emergency protection, data acquisition and scientific analysis, forming an efficient and seamless workflow.
Ancient cities in Central Asia mostly use adobe bricks to build city walls, palaces and religious buildings, and the overall preservation conditions of the sites are relatively fragile, making protection difficult. "What Chinese archaeological colleagues bring is not only tools, but also a systematic methodology," said Isamiddinov. The joint archaeological team has drawn on the mature experience of the Chinese side in the protection of large sites, built temporary covering protection facilities in key areas, and created conditions for the future construction of open-air site museums. "This measure not only helps the protection of the site itself, but also enhances the effect of academic dissemination."
From talent training to platform co-construction, sowing the seeds of cooperation and friendship.
In recent years, relying on joint archaeological projects, China and Uzbekistan have carried out multi-level talent cooperation in the fields of field archaeology, scientific and technological archaeology, and cultural relic protection, jointly protecting Silk Road cultural heritage, revealing the context of civilization integration, and promoting the development of international archaeology.
In 2015, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences launched the Uzbekistan Young Scholars Exchange Program, inviting young Uzbek archaeologists to China to participate in training and learn about Chinese archaeological concepts, technologies, and methods. Khashimov, an expert from the Samarkand Archaeological Institute of Uzbekistan, was the first invitee to the program. Khashimov said that after studying in China, he mastered technologies such as multi-rotor aerial photography and three-dimensional modeling. "Introducing these technologies into archaeological practice in Uzbekistan has given me a more concrete understanding of 'the flow of knowledge is mutual learning of civilizations'. On the journey of exploring historical truth together, our connections have become closer."
In November 2022, the International Joint Laboratory for Scientific and Technological Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Protection jointly built by Northwest University and the "Silk Road" International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage of Uzbekistan was officially established. In May 2023, the "Uzbekistan-China" Joint Archaeological Department jointly built by the Luoyang Archaeological Research Institute and Fergana State University was approved by the Uzbek Ministry of Education; in October of the same year, the Fergana-Luoyang Archaeological Research Center was officially inaugurated; in May 2025, the two sides jointly established two new platforms: the "Fergana-Luoyang Kuva Ancient City Site Joint Archaeological Research Base" and the "Archaeological Site Protection and Cultural Relic Restoration Laboratory."
Liu Bin (刘斌), Deputy Director of the Cultural Relic Exploration Center of the Luoyang Archaeological Research Institute and Chinese Director of the Fergana-Luoyang Archaeological Research Center, introduced that while Luoyang experts systematically teach theoretical courses such as Chinese archaeology and field archaeological methods at Fergana State University, they also hold field archaeological training courses at the Kuva Ancient City site, guiding Uzbek students to master practical techniques such as Luoyang shovel exploration, cultural relic protection and restoration, and stone carving rubbing. In addition, the Chinese side also invited Uzbek archaeological teachers and students to Luoyang to participate in training. "Many people have entered local cultural heritage protection institutions after completing their studies and applied what they have learned to their work."
Tursunali Kuziev, First Deputy Director of the Cultural Heritage Agency of Uzbekistan, said that China has achieved many important results in the field of cultural heritage protection and restoration, and its experience is worth learning from Uzbekistan. "We hope to send more young people to China for exchanges and share our views and research on the history of the two countries and even the entire human civilization. The vitality of civilization lies in getting closer to each other and inspiring each other."
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Currently, Japan is accelerating its "remilitarization," and some high-ranking government officials are even clamoring to "possess nuclear weapons." If this trend is not curbed, it is highly likely to endanger global peace and stability.
Japan's accelerated "remilitarization" has aroused widespread concern in international public opinion. According to media reports, Japan has already deployed or plans to deploy a variety of new offensive missiles, including the Type 12 anti-ship missile (12式反舰导弹), a land-based improved version located in Kumamoto Prefecture (熊本县), the new missile "Island Defense High-Speed Gliding Bomb" (岛屿防卫用高速滑翔弹) located in Shizuoka Prefecture (静冈县), and the US-made "Tomahawk" cruise missile to be equipped on "Aegis" destroyers. Japanese politicians have repeatedly visited Taiwan, colluding with "Taiwan independence" forces, seriously infringing on China's sovereignty. In November last year, Sanae Takaichi (高市早苗) even openly declared that a "Taiwan emergency" may constitute a "survival-threatening crisis situation" for Japan to exercise its right to collective self-defense, implying military intervention in the Taiwan Strait.
In this context, it is necessary to revisit the strict wording of Article 9 of the Constitution of Japan (日本国宪法) implemented during the Tokyo Trials in 1947. This article stipulates: "Aspiring sincerely to an international peace based on justice and order, the Japanese people forever renounce war as a sovereign right of the nation or the threat or use of force as means of settling international disputes. In order to accomplish the aim of the preceding paragraph, 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."
However, this "Peace Constitution" has become the target of attacks by Sanae Takaichi (高市早苗) and her right-wing allies, who are trying to strip it of its pacifist characteristics. It is well known that the Japanese government also intends to revise the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" (无核三原则), establish an intelligence mechanism with the "National Intelligence Conference" (国家情报会议) as the core and the "National Intelligence Agency" (国家情报局) as the specific affairs agency, promote the revision of the "Three Security Documents" (安保三文件), and relax restrictions on arms exports. According to a report by the Japanese Sankei Shimbun (产经新闻), on March 14, Takaichi (高市) stated at the graduation ceremony of the National Defense Academy (防卫大学) that the government will "not rule out exploring all options, including the organizational form of the Ministry of Defense (防卫省) and the Self-Defense Forces (自卫队)," to enhance "defense" capabilities.
We need to review Japan's colonial history and its history of violence against China and other East Asian neighbors. In 1895, the Japanese army occupied the Liaodong Peninsula (辽东半岛), the entire island of Taiwan (台湾), and its affiliated islands. Until 1945, Taiwan (台湾) was a colony subjected to high-pressure rule by Japan. In September 1931, Japan attacked Beidaying (北大营) and occupied Shenyang (沈阳); the following year, it carried out indiscriminate bombing of densely populated Shanghai (上海); in July 1937, the invading Japanese army flagrantly launched the Lugouqiao Incident (卢沟桥事变) in Beiping (北平), China, further escalating the situation. In the same year, Japan committed the horrific Nanjing Massacre (南京大屠杀). According to incomplete statistics, more than 35 million Chinese soldiers and civilians were killed or injured during the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (中国人民抗日战争).
On September 2, 1945, on the deck of the battleship "Missouri" (密苏里号) in Tokyo Bay (东京湾), Japanese Foreign Minister Mamoru Shigemitsu (重光葵) signed the surrender to the Allied countries, including China. Can today's Japan stop tearing up the "Peace Constitution" and accelerating the process of "remilitarization"? The international community is highly concerned about this issue. The key for Japan to avoid self-destruction again lies in its leadership changing its course, 改弦更张 (gǎi xián gēng zhāng - "change strings, replace soundboard," to make a fresh start; to mend one's ways) and returning to the spirit of peace and the character of civilization. The Sanae Takaichi (高市早苗) administration must withdraw its threat of military intervention against China. Given that this issue seriously affects regional and international security, the United States should also urge Japan to correct its relevant errors as soon as possible and adhere to the path of peace.
(The author is an expert at the Schiller Institute (席勒研究所), a German think tank, and the organization's representative at the United Nations Headquarters.)
Return to TopBeijing, April 8 (Reporter Wang Xuchen (王旭琛)) Politburo Member of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi (王毅) met with Thai Princess Sirindhorn (诗琳通) in Beijing (北京) on the 8th.
Wang Yi (王毅) stated that in 2023, President Xi Jinping (习近平) and King Vajiralongkorn (哇集拉隆功) reached an important consensus on promoting the building of a China-Thailand community with a shared future, which pointed the direction for deepening China-Thailand friendship. Her Royal Highness the Princess is an old friend and good friend of the Chinese people, and has made outstanding contributions to deepening China-Thailand friendship. China is willing to work with Thailand to take the important consensus reached by the heads of state of the two countries as the fundamental guideline, and strengthen cooperation with Thailand in the fields of high technology, education, and people's livelihood that Her Royal Highness cares about.
Sirindhorn (诗琳通) said that she had gained a lot from this visit to China. She hopes to further strengthen communication and exchanges with China, promote mutual understanding and affinity between the two peoples, and promote the flourishing of the cause of Thai-Chinese friendship, making it 枝繁叶茂 (zhī fán yè mào - "luxuriant foliage," to flourish and thrive; to develop vigorously).
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 8th. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson announced on April 8th: At the invitation of the Foreign Ministry of North Korea, Wang Yi (王毅), Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, will visit North Korea from April 9th to 10th.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 8th. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson announced on April 8th: At the invitation of Premier of the State Council Li Qiang (李强), Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez will pay an official visit to China from April 11th to 15th.
Return to TopBeijing, April 8 (Reporter Li Anqi (李安琪)) Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez will pay an official visit to China from April 11th to 15th. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning (毛宁) introduced the relevant arrangements for this visit at a regular press conference on the 8th.
Mao Ning (毛宁) said that this visit is Prime Minister Sánchez's fourth visit to China in four years, and it is also another important high-level exchange between China and Spain in a short period of time since the King of Spain and the Prime Minister visited China in the same year last year. During the visit, President Xi Jinping (习近平) will meet with him, and Premier Li Qiang (李强) and Chairman Zhao Leji (赵乐际) will meet with him separately to exchange in-depth views on bilateral relations and issues of common concern.
"Spain is an important partner of China in the European Union. In recent years, under the strategic guidance of the leaders of the two countries, China-Spain relations have developed at a high level, and cooperation in various fields has been steadily advanced, which has effectively enhanced the well-being of the two peoples," said Mao Ning (毛宁).
Mao Ning (毛宁) said that China is willing to work with Spain to take Prime Minister Sánchez's visit to China as an opportunity to further deepen strategic mutual trust, strengthen exchanges and cooperation, strengthen multilateral coordination, and promote the relationship between the two countries to 百尺竿头 (bǎi chǐ gān tóu - "hundred-foot pole," make still further progress), and contribute more positive energy to maintaining world peace and stability.
Return to TopBy: 姚 敬
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez (桑切斯) will pay an official visit to China from April 11th to 15th at the invitation. This is Prime Minister Sánchez's (桑切斯) fourth visit to China in four years, and it is also a continuation of the momentum of close high-level exchanges between China and Spain, which will inject new impetus into the development of the China-Spain comprehensive strategic partnership.
Based on mutual trust, we will consolidate the foundation for the development of bilateral relations. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Spain in 1973, the two countries have adhered to viewing and developing bilateral relations from a strategic and long-term perspective, respecting each other, supporting each other, and achieving each other. They have set a model for friendly coexistence and common development between countries with different historical cultures and social systems, and have also played an important role in promoting global openness and cooperation and safeguarding international fairness and justice. The two countries have maintained the momentum of high-level mutual visits, and exchanges between governments, parliaments, political parties, and local authorities have become increasingly institutionalized. They have always understood and supported each other on major issues involving sovereignty and territorial integrity, and have agreed to further enhance the level of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, and promote the continuous development of bilateral relations in a direction that is more strategically focused, more dynamically developed, and more internationally influential.
Taking win-win cooperation as the goal, we will explore new potential for pragmatic cooperation. In 2025, the total value of China-Spain bilateral trade in goods exceeded US$55 billion, an increase of 9.8% year-on-year. China firmly holds its position as Spain's largest trading partner outside the EU. High-quality agricultural and food products such as Spanish olive oil, wine, and pork products are very popular in the Chinese market, enriching the consumption choices of the Chinese people. In the field of investment, Chinese companies in electric vehicles, power batteries, energy storage systems, and other fields are actively investing and cooperating in Spain, which not only expands overseas markets but also contributes to local development. During China's "15th Five-Year Plan" period, the two sides can continue to strengthen exchanges of development concepts and strategic alignment, further explore the cooperation potential in emerging fields such as new energy, high-tech manufacturing, and digital industries, expand mutual investment, create more landmark projects, and jointly explore third-party markets. Against the background of the global industrial chain and supply chain facing shocks and the world economic development under pressure, deepening pragmatic cooperation between China and Spain not only brings tangible benefits to the two countries and their people, but also provides important assistance for the stable development of the global economy.
Taking exchanges as the key, we will strengthen the public opinion foundation for China-Spain friendship. China and Spain both have profound historical and cultural heritage, and China-Spain friendship continues to be deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. In 2025, nearly 800,000 Chinese tourists visited Spain, maintaining a rapid growth momentum. Thanks to China's visa facilitation measures, the number of Spanish people visiting China for business and tourism is also increasing rapidly. The influence of Chinese culture in Spain continues to expand. The "Happy Chinese New Year" brand is becoming increasingly popular. The China-Spain "Olympic friendship" and "Panda friendship" are long-lasting. China's latest technology, animation, and games are increasingly popular among Spanish young people. At present, Spain has 10 Confucius Institutes and 1 Confucius Classroom, and Chinese language learning is booming. Spain has 2 Cervantes Institutes in China, and more than 100 universities in China offer Spanish majors. Increasingly frequent cultural exchanges have laid a solid foundation for the long-term development of bilateral relations and set a model for exchanges and mutual learning between Eastern and Western civilizations.
Taking cooperation as the priority, we will jointly safeguard the multilateralism system. At present, profound changes unseen in a century are accelerating, and the international situation is intertwined with turbulence and changes. Unilateralism and protectionism are on the rise. Spain is an important country in the EU and plays an important role in international and regional affairs. Spain advocates respecting the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, adhering to multilateralism and free trade, and is committed to international fairness and justice. China and Spain have broad consensus on global issues such as maintaining world peace and development, addressing climate change, and protecting biodiversity. China is willing to strengthen communication and coordination with the West, advocate an equal and orderly world multi-polarization and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, and work together to promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.
Entering the "15th Five-Year Plan," China will comprehensively promote Chinese-style modernization with high-quality development, which will provide broader market space and more development opportunities for countries around the world, including Spain. China is willing to work with Spain to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, further deepen mutual trust, expand cooperation, strengthen coordination, enrich the contemporary connotation of the China-Spain comprehensive strategic partnership, enhance the well-being of the two peoples, and jointly promote world peace, stability and prosperity.
(The author is the Chinese Ambassador to Spain)
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 8th. Yin Li (尹力), member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the Beijing Municipal Party Committee, met in Beijing on the 8th with a delegation from the Reformist Movement of Belgium, led by party chairman and Federal Representative, Bouchez.
Yin Li (尹力) stated that under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping (习近平) and Belgian leaders, the all-round friendly cooperative partnership between China and Belgium has continuously achieved new developments. This year marks the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Belgium. China is willing to work with Belgium to implement the consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, strengthen inter-party exchanges and local cooperation, and promote greater development of China-Belgium and China-Europe relations.
Bouchez stated that Belgium supports free trade, advocates multilateralism, and is willing to strengthen exchanges and dialogue with China to expand mutually beneficial cooperation between Europe and China.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 8 (Reporters Cao Jiayue (曹嘉玥) and Sun Nan (孙楠)) – The reporter learned from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (外交部) on the 8th that from April 1st to 7th, representatives from China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan held a week-long informal meeting in Urumqi (乌鲁木齐), Xinjiang (新疆).
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning (毛宁) stated during a regular press conference that, according to the consensus previously reached between Wang Yi (王毅), Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央政治局委员) and Minister of Foreign Affairs, with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dar (达尔) and Afghan Foreign Minister Muttaqi (穆塔基), representatives from China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan held a week-long informal meeting in Urumqi (乌鲁木齐), Xinjiang (新疆) from April 1st to 7th. The three delegations were composed of cross-departmental representatives from foreign affairs, defense, and security. The meeting involved candid and pragmatic discussions in a positive atmosphere, reflecting a problem-oriented, results-oriented, and action-oriented approach.
Mao Ning (毛宁) stated that the Afghan and Pakistani delegations highly praised the Global Security Initiative and the Asian security model proposed by President Xi Jinping (习近平), especially the important concepts of seeking common ground while reserving differences, treating each other as equals, and resolving differences peacefully through dialogue and consultation. Both sides expressed deep appreciation and gratitude for China's mediation efforts and the thoughtful arrangements as the host, believing that China is fair, impartial, and dedicated.
She stated that both Afghanistan and Pakistan reaffirmed their commitment to resolving differences and achieving a turnaround in bilateral relations as soon as possible, in accordance with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, and agreed not to take actions that would escalate or complicate the situation. China stated that it will continue to communicate with both sides, provide a platform for dialogue, and continue to play a constructive role in improving and developing Afghan-Pakistani relations and enhancing practical trilateral cooperation between China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.
She said that through seven days of intensive bilateral and trilateral meetings, China noted and summarized the meeting situation and consensus as follows: Afghanistan and Pakistan reaffirmed that the two countries are Muslim brothers and close neighbors. The three parties believe that in the current international and regional situation of intertwined changes and chaos, maintaining good-neighborly friendship between Afghanistan and Pakistan is crucial to the people of both countries and to the peace and stability of the South Asian region. The three parties emphasized that dialogue and consultation are realistic and effective ways to resolve complex international disputes, including those between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The three parties agreed to explore a comprehensive solution to the problems in Afghan-Pakistani relations and clarified the core issues and those that need to be addressed as a priority. China emphasized that terrorism is the core issue affecting Afghan-Pakistani relations. All three parties believe that the Urumqi Process (乌鲁木齐进程) is of substantive significance and agreed to continue to maintain communication and dialogue on this matter.
Return to TopBeijing, April 8th (People's Daily) - On April 8th, Minister Liu Haixing (刘海星) of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China met in Beijing with a delegation from the Reformist Movement of Belgium, led by party chairman and Federal Representative Maxime Prévot, to exchange views on implementing the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries through party-to-party channels, promoting pragmatic cooperation in various fields, and promoting the development of China-Belgium and China-Europe relations.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Shanghai on April 8th (Reporter Cui Yin (崔寅)) "Sailing Together for a Blue Future: China-U.S. Youth Friendship Tour" concluded in Shanghai on April 8th. Nearly 100 Chinese and American youth students and representatives from various sectors attended the closing ceremony. The event aims to implement the "5-year 50,000" initiative and is co-sponsored by the Chinese People's Institute of Foreign Affairs (中国人民外交学会), the China-U.S. Exchange Foundation (中美交流基金会), and the Dalio team, founder of Bridgewater Associates (美国桥水投资公司).
At the closing ceremony, representatives of Chinese and American youth students stated that this journey of being together day and night, and walking side by side, allowed them to truly experience the common aspirations of the people of China and the United States, that friendship transcends mountains and seas, and that exchanges and cooperation can eliminate estrangement and build consensus.
Geng Shuang (耿爽), Vice President of the Chinese People's Institute of Foreign Affairs (中国人民外交学会), said that under the new circumstances, China and the United States need to carry out more such people-to-people exchange activities to consolidate the public opinion foundation for the stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-U.S. relations.
The event was launched in Hong Kong (香港) at the end of March. Twenty young students from China and the United States boarded the "China-U.S. Youth Friendship" research vessel to jointly carry out marine exploration and cultural exchange activities, and visited Ningbo (宁波) and Shanghai (上海). During the event, the young people of the two countries had in-depth exchanges, enhanced mutual understanding, and forged beautiful friendships.
Return to TopQingdao, April 8th, Xinhua News Agency. Zhang Guoqing (张国清), Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council, conducted research in Qingdao (青岛), Shandong (山东) Province, from the 7th to the 8th, focusing on the development of advanced manufacturing clusters and the deepening of state-owned enterprise reform. He emphasized the need to thoroughly implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important instructions and directives, implement the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee and the State Council, accelerate the development of advanced manufacturing clusters, promote the deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation, further deepen the reform of state-owned enterprises, and better leverage the strategic supporting role of the state-owned economy.
Zhang Guoqing (张国清) visited enterprises in industries such as smart home appliances, rail transportation, marine engineering equipment, and instrumentation, learning in detail about the enterprises' production and operation, research and development innovation, transformation and upgrading, and cluster development. He emphasized that developing advanced manufacturing clusters is an important means to promote industries to move towards the mid-to-high end and enhance the resilience and security level of the industrial chain and supply chain. It is necessary to adhere to technological innovation to lead industrial upgrading, make greater efforts to strengthen original innovation and key core technologies, and key common technologies, and consolidate the technological foundation. It is necessary to promote the digital and intelligent upgrading of industrial clusters, support upstream and downstream enterprises to carry out digital transformation collaboratively, promote artificial intelligence to deeply empower the entire chain of industrial design, pilot testing, production, and operation, and accelerate the promotion and application of intelligent manufacturing standard systems and independently controllable industrial software. It is necessary to promote collaborative innovation in industrial clusters, guide leading enterprises in the cluster to benchmark against world-class enterprises to enhance value creation capabilities, continue to vigorously support specialized, refined, and new enterprises, "little giants," and single champions, and form a cluster effect of integrated development of large, medium, and small enterprises.
Zhang Guoqing (张国清) emphasized that it is necessary to unswervingly deepen reform and strengthen, optimize, and expand state-owned enterprises. It is necessary to strengthen the position of state-owned enterprises as innovation entities, carry out technological research focusing on national strategic needs, increase the proportion of investment in basic research, adhere to the coordinated promotion of hardware, software, standards, and patent layout, accelerate the cultivation and expansion of scenarios and open sharing, and better help the construction of the national innovation ecosystem. It is necessary to improve the management of primary responsibilities and primary industries, highlight the national strategic mission, promote the concentration of resources and elements towards primary responsibilities and primary industries, continuously enhance core functions, and enhance core competitiveness. It is necessary to accelerate the advancement of penetrating supervision, continuously improve the internal control system, strengthen the control of irrelevant diversification, multi-layer architecture, excessive debt, and equity participation, and promote the standardized operation and transparent operation of state-owned enterprises. It is necessary to fully implement the "two unwaverings," promote the integration of Party leadership into all aspects of corporate governance, promote the deep integration of Party building work and production and operation, and lead and guarantee the high-quality development of enterprises with high-quality Party building.
Return to TopThis newspaper Beijing (北京) April 8th (Reporter Zhao Cheng (赵成)) - With the approval of the Party Central Committee, the 7th round of inspections by the 20th Central Committee will conduct regular inspections of the Party organizations of 36 units, including the Central Social Work Department, the Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission, the Supreme People's Court, the Supreme People's Procuratorate, the Ministry of Public Security (公安部), the Ministry of Civil Affairs (民政部), the Ministry of Justice (司法部), the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (人力资源和社会保障部), the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (生态环境部), the Ministry of Transport (交通运输部), the Ministry of Water Resources (水利部), the National Health Commission (国家卫生健康委员会), the Ministry of Veterans Affairs (退役军人事务部), the Ministry of Emergency Management (应急管理部), the National Public Complaints and Proposals Administration (国家信访局), the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医疗保障局), the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院), the Chinese Academy of Engineering (中国工程院), the National Immigration Administration (国家移民管理局), the Civil Aviation Administration of China (中国民用航空局), the State Post Bureau (国家邮政局), the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (国家中医药管理局), the National Administration of Disease Prevention and Control (国家疾病预防控制局), the National Mine Safety Administration (国家矿山安全监察局), the National Fire and Rescue Administration (国家消防救援局), the National Medical Products Administration (国家药品监督管理局), the China Earthquake Administration (中国地震局), the China Meteorological Administration (中国气象局), the National Natural Science Foundation of China (国家自然科学基金委员会), the China National Committee on Ageing (中国老龄协会), the China Academy of Engineering Physics (中国工程物理研究院), the China Association for Science and Technology (中国科学技术协会), the China Law Society (中国法学会), the China Disabled Persons' Federation (中国残疾人联合会), the Red Cross Society of China (中国红十字会总会), and the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (中国农业科学院).
Return to TopBy: 邹 翔
In football training, coaches often instruct new defenders like this: When the opposing player attacks, the defense should pay attention to maintaining their center of gravity and not easily give it away. Giving away the center of gravity makes it easy to be passed, and once passed, it is difficult to chase back, creating defensive loopholes.
Maintaining and controlling the center of gravity, the methods and wisdom on the sports field are interconnected with starting a business and promoting development.
To guard the "center of gravity," one must practice basic skills and lay a solid foundation. In this way, the foundation will be stable when risks and challenges come, and one can respond calmly.
How can a company in Ningbo (宁波), Zhejiang (浙江) achieve global leadership in the field of high-performance cutting wire for many years with just "one strand"? It originated from the 2008 international financial crisis. The company's负责人 (fù zé rén - person in charge) realized that if they were satisfied with OEM production, a "sneeze" in the international market would trigger their own "earthquake," and they must master "unique skills." By not being confused by profits and focusing on innovation, pushing manufacturing precision into the micron level, this company has more confidence in the face of external shocks and fierce competition.
Development inevitably has ups and downs, but to maintain an upward curve, one must "practice internal skills and strengthen oneself." For local development, if the "bull nose" of technological innovation is grasped and the foundation of modern industry is laid, it can have a ballast stone to traverse wind and rain, cycles, and uncertainties.
To guard the "center of gravity," it is also necessary to enhance prediction and identify key points in dynamic changes. The situation of reform and development is complex, the contradictions are complex, and the tasks are heavy. It is impossible to do a good job by grasping everything at once.
How to achieve high-quality development? Proactively embrace the "golden babies."
By cultivating and introducing a number of internationally competitive "golden baby" projects such as Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (宁德时代) and SAIC Motor (上汽), forming industrial clusters such as lithium battery new energy and new energy vehicles, during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, the gross domestic product of Ningde (宁德) area in Fujian (福建) province jumped to the 400 billion yuan level, ranking among the top 100 cities in the country.
How to continuously improve the quality and efficiency of agricultural production? Choose the "golden carrying pole" steadily and well.
In Huairou Science City (怀柔科学城), Beijing (北京), the world's first intelligent breeding robot "Jill" that can automatically cruise for hybrid pollination completed practical tests and was put into the front line of breeding. With the contribution rate of agricultural science and technology progress exceeding 64% and the comprehensive mechanization rate of crop cultivation, planting, and harvesting reaching 76.7%, the new quality productivity of agriculture is becoming more vigorous, the foundation of the granary of a major country is becoming more stable, and there is greater impetus for forward development.
The governance of a major country has myriad aspects; the work at the grassroots level has countless details. By 抓纲带目 (zhuā gāng dài mù - "grasp the rope to lead the net," to grasp the key link to bring along the rest), taking the lead with points to drive the whole area, hitting the nail on the head, and being precise and effective, one can cultivate opportunities in crisis and open up new prospects in change, and drive the overall leap with key breakthroughs.
To guard the "center of gravity," it is even more necessary to firmly grasp the initiative in one's own hands, just as the competition on the field is not only about physical strength and skills, but also about strategy and tactics. It is necessary to maintain strategic focus and make accurate judgments, as well as carefully plan and scientifically "deploy troops" tactically.
Data shows that in March this year, China's average daily token call volume has exceeded 140 trillion, an increase of more than a thousand times in two years. Not long ago, foreign media published an article stating that foreign restrictions have not prevented China from making progress in the field of artificial intelligence, and China has embarked on a completely different path of development from the United States - open source. It is precisely because of the early layout of artificial intelligence infrastructure construction, comprehensively promoting artificial intelligence technology innovation, industrial development, and empowering applications, while deeply promoting collaborative innovation and open innovation, that we have a solid foundation and reliable guarantee for mastering the initiative in artificial intelligence development and governance.
Combining good planning and execution, and moving forward step by step, can continuously transform advantages into victories.
During the CCTV Spring Festival Gala in the Year of the Horse, a group of humanoid robots showed off their skills and amazed the world. Looking back, the "famous scenes" with many problems in last year's world's first humanoid robot half marathon have a deeper meaning: adjusting the center of gravity, guarding the center of gravity, and moving forward continuously, even if there are stumbles or even falls in the running, it is accumulating the power to achieve the goal.
Return to TopOn April 7th, the Shanghai Qiantan Leisure Park (上海前滩休闲公园) was filled with blooming flowers, a picturesque scene. Citizens enjoyed their leisure time here by flying kites, taking walks, and more.
Photo by Li Baoyang (李宝洋) (People's Vision)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 乔 栋
In 2016, Banyan Village (班彦村), Wushi Town (五十镇), Huzhu Tu Autonomous County (互助土族自治县), Haidong City (海东市), Qinghai Province (青海省) implemented a relocation and resettlement project for poverty alleviation. The village, located deep in the Shagou Mountains (沙沟山), was to be moved to a new home next to the provincial highway.
In August of that year, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) visited here in the rain, instructing everyone to "boost production" after settling down.
How to "boost production"? It still depends on local conditions. Recently, reporters visited Banyan Village (班彦村) to see how the locals are finding highly compatible methods in their fingertips, fields, and mountains to lead the masses on the road to prosperity.
Developing Industries with Skills, Increasing Income with Fingertips
Just entering the village, Yu Qishisan (余七十三), director of the Banyan Village (班彦村) Village Committee, took reporters to a small courtyard surrounded by yellow wooden buildings, "Come on, let me show you our village's Pan Embroidery Workshop."
Entering the courtyard and the house, Lan Lamushi (兰拉木什), 74 years old, sat cross-legged on the ground wearing reading glasses, the thread in her hand and the thread around her waist flying up and down, gradually revealing a pattern of a sunflower, "I sit here all day, rushing to produce products when I'm busy, and exchanging skills when I'm free." Next door is the Pan embroidery product display area, filled with a wide variety of items from Tu ethnic clothing to decorative bags.
"The development of Pan embroidery was not something we thought of from the beginning," Yu Qishisan (余七十三) said, recalling the villagers' meeting 10 years ago.
At that time, everyone had just moved into their new homes not long ago. At the villagers' meeting, when discussing the next step in developing industries, opinions differed.
Some people felt that "we should seize the 'traffic' opportunity that has been widely reported and engage in the tourism industry"; others objected, "The village only has new houses, what will tourists see when they come?"
Shi Jianjun (石建军), the current Deputy Secretary of the Huzhu County (互助县) Party Committee, who was then the Deputy Director of the Haidong City (海东市) Poverty Alleviation and Development Bureau, went to Banyan Village (班彦村) many times to investigate and found that there were shortcomings in basic facilities and immature tourism routes for developing the tourism industry.
Shi Jianjun (石建军) invited the villagers to talk face-to-face: "We understand everyone's ideas very well, but everyone can see that there is not even a parking lot for tourist buses. Besides, are we going to let tourists visit each family's living room?"
"Everyone understood that developing tourism without a foundation is like 拔苗助长 (bá miáo zhù zhǎng - "pulling up seedlings to help them grow," to spoil things by excessive enthusiasm). 'One key opens one lock', we still have to find an industrial path suitable for Banyan Village (班彦村)," Yu Qishisan (余七十三) said.
Adapting to local conditions is essentially seeking truth from facts. For Banyan Village (班彦村) at that time, the Pan embroidery industry was the most suitable.
Huzhu (互助) "Tu Ethnic Pan Embroidery" is a national intangible cultural heritage project, characterized by "two needles and two threads," with a strong three-dimensional embroidery. Ha Chengqing (哈承清), head of the Huzhu County (互助县) Pan Embroidery Industry Base, was looking for a suitable Pan embroidery workshop at the time. Shi Jianjun (石建军) recommended her to take a look at Banyan Village (班彦村). After a tour, she was very surprised by the village's industrial foundation: "After understanding each household, I found that 80% of the Ani (阿妮, Tu ethnic women), can 'play two needles'!"
With sufficient technical strength, there must also be funds and sales channels. The village secured 3 million yuan in East-West cooperation assistance funds to build a Pan embroidery workshop. "In the Pan embroidery workshop, our embroiderers can receive centralized training and order distribution, and earn money by embroidering at our doorstep," said Lan Lamushi (兰拉木什).
As more and more villagers went from watching to joining, the Pan embroidery industry in Banyan Village (班彦村) grew bigger and bigger. Over the past 10 years, Banyan Village (班彦村) has trained more than 140 embroiderers. When there are many orders, the women of Banyan Village (班彦村) work together. Last year, the village's Pan embroidery industry received more than 7,000 orders of various types, with an order income of more than 350,000 yuan.
Acting with the Times, Fields Generate Gold
In early April, on the day when the Huzhu County (互助县) assistance unit distributed organic fertilizer, the entrance of the Banyan Village (班彦村) Village Committee welcomed a truck full of fertilizer. Villagers drove tricycles and vans to transport the fertilizer.
Around the Qingming Festival, spring rain nourishes the Hehuang Valley (河湟谷地). "Good rain knows the season! The land is full, and the first crop of vegetables can be planted in a few days. Then this fertilizer will be used," said Lü Zhiping (吕志平), a large-scale grower, patting the organic fertilizer on his tricycle.
The vegetables he mentioned are precisely an answer sheet submitted by Huzhu County (互助县) in terms of adapting to local conditions and doing a good job in agricultural production: cold-season vegetables.
During the high-temperature and drought period in the summer of each year, which is agriculturally known as the "Fu Shortage," the yield and quality of many leafy vegetables and cool-loving vegetables decrease. At this time, Huzhu County (互助县), which has a high altitude, has a cool climate and few pests, and the open fields are suitable for planting cold-season vegetables, which have low costs, high yields, and a delicious taste, giving them a great advantage in the market.
In 2019, after investigation and research, Huzhu County (互助县) decided to build a cold-season vegetable base for Hong Kong and Macao, and promote the planting of cold-season vegetables in Banyan Village (班彦村) and other places.
Developing characteristic agriculture cannot rely solely on geographical endowments.
Li Youquan (李有全), director of the Huzhu County (互助县) Vegetable Technology Service Center, introduced that the county has sent people many times to learn standardized planting, cold chain logistics, and brand marketing models in cold-season vegetable advantage areas such as Ningxia (宁夏), and to understand market demand in Hong Kong, Macao, and other places, and formulate planting plans for different villages according to altitude and other conditions.
The fields in Banyan Village (班彦村) have been planted with potatoes and broad beans all year round, and planting vegetables is a rare occurrence. Fortunately, the county's Vegetable Technology Service Center sent a technical team to provide guidance.
Lü Zhiping (吕志平), who has engaged in greenhouse vegetables, is very interested: "What are the requirements for planting cold-season vegetables?" "Your village is about 2,500 meters above sea level, which is suitable for planting Changbai scallions and bean sprouts, which can be planted in open fields and are cheaper than greenhouses," the technician said.
Taking the seedlings, Lü Zhiping (吕志平) was busy. Special fertilizer is applied regularly and quantitatively, and biological pesticides are supplied in the right amount, "The things grown by standardization are just great!" In the same year, Lü Zhiping (吕志平) tasted the sweetness of the harvest, and the Changbai scallions he planted yielded more than 10,000 kilograms per mu.
If the path is right, we must stick to it. In this way, Banyan Village (班彦村), which was once regarded as a weak area for agriculture due to its high altitude and low temperature, followed the trend and found the advantage of "staggered season."
In the past two years, Wushi Town (五十镇) has built cold-season vegetable storage workshops and improved irrigation facilities, trying every means to improve planting efficiency. Huzhu County (互助县) has built a quality control system that can be traced throughout the entire process, and more than 30 kinds of plateau cold-season vegetables produced in Banyan Village (班彦村) and other places are directly supplied to the dining tables in the Greater Bay Area.
"The village's vegetable planting scale is nearly a thousand mu, which is very 'powerful'!" Yu Qishisan (余七十三) counted on his fingers, saying that two crops can be planted each year, with a net income of more than 10,000 yuan per mu. The cold-season vegetable industry alone has increased the average annual income of the village's growers by more than 20,000 yuan per household.
Taking Advantage of the Situation, Finding Treasures in the Mountains
After the rain, Banyan Village (班彦村) is covered with new green, and the village is washed clean.
Halfway up the mountain, there is a Zhuang Kuo (庄廓), built with earthen walls and used for displaying the old appearance, with rammed earth courtyard walls, old-fashioned wooden windows, and earthen kang stoves completely restoring the original appearance of the old village on Shagou Mountain (沙沟山). This is the Banyan Village (班彦村) Tu ethnic traditional farming experience project created by a professional team last year.
Just out of the courtyard gate, I met Li Wei (李玮), the Party Secretary of Wushi Town (五十镇), on the mountain road. She was here to see the implementation progress of Banyan Village's (班彦村) annual key tourism project, "Banyan Village (班彦村) is improving the 7-kilometer mountain hiking route, and when it can 'Lang Shan (浪山)', there will be more tourists in the village."
"Lang Shan (浪山)" is a vivid expression of camping and playing in Qinghai (青海): sitting on the ground under the green mountains, cooking Ga (尕, small) noodles, and chatting about everything. "Banyan Village (班彦村) has good forest protection, with mountains, trees, and the Huangshui River (湟水河) and Shagou Stream (沙沟溪流) surrounding it, making it an excellent place for Lang Shan (浪山)," said Li Wei (李玮).
Everything shifts with time, place, and conditions. Not engaging in tourism in the past was seeking truth from facts; engaging in tourism now is also seeking truth from facts.
In recent years, the tourism spots and public facilities in Banyan Village (班彦村) have become increasingly rich: the Village History Museum, the old site of Shagou Mountain (沙沟山) Zhuang Kuo (庄廓), the farmer's picking garden, the Banyan Minliujiu (班彦酩馏酒) workshop, the Pan embroidery workshop, the photovoltaic storage and charging integrated parking lot, 10 farmhouses and B&Bs... Seeing that the time was ripe, the county once again sent staff to Banyan Village (班彦村) to communicate with the villagers face-to-face.
Tourism was once again solemnly proposed. The villagers expressed their approval, and the only questions revolved around "how to do it."
Should admission tickets be charged? Should professional guides be hired? Which places can be used as attractions?
The answer still needs to be found in actual research.
Staff from the county, town, and village went to many villages with booming tourism development to learn from their experiences. After many discussions, the Haidong City (海东市) Culture and Tourism Department suggested that Banyan Village (班彦村) consult a third party and form a special team to operate it.
The spots originally scattered in the village were strung into a "chain," forming a good place for practical research. The operator cooperated with travel agencies and research institutions to launch team projects. In 2025, Banyan Village (班彦村) received 78,000 tourists, with a tourism income of 2.02 million yuan, and also drove the sales of Pan embroidery cultural and creative products and other specialties to a new high.
Striking while the iron is hot, the facilities in Banyan Village (班彦村) are being upgraded simultaneously. "We have launched farming experience, remembering bitterness and thinking about sweetness meals, etc. Students can also listen to a poverty alleviation ideological and political class here, and the activities are rich," introduced Li Shengbao (李生宝), secretary of the Banyan Village (班彦村) Party Branch. The village has built a primary and secondary school research base and developed more experience projects.
The development of cultural tourism is also supported by ecology. After relay planting, the lush Shagou Mountain (沙沟山) is full of treasures, providing sufficient ecological resources for the development of leisure tourism.
In 2015, the per capita income of Banyan Village (班彦村) was 2,600 yuan; in 2020, the per capita income was 11,419 yuan; at the end of 2025, this number reached more than 20,000 yuan. "The villagers' lives are getting better and better, and their smiles are increasing, and the county is more determined to have confidence in high-quality development. Choosing the right path and splitting wood along the grain, the leverage effect of rural development will become more and more obvious," said Wang Guodong (王国栋), secretary of the Huzhu County (互助县) Party Committee, with full confidence.
This issue is coordinated by: Liu Jingwen (刘静文)
Return to TopAccording to a report from our newspaper on April 8th in Beijing (北京) (Reporter Zhao Zhanhui (赵展慧)), since the release of the "People's Bank of China's Notice on Relevant Arrangements for Implementing a One-Time Credit Repair Policy," the China Development Bank (国家开发银行) has actively implemented the policy requirements. As of the end of March this year, it has helped 133,000 National Student Loan borrowers enjoy the one-time credit repair policy and obtain the opportunity to restart their credit.
In order to solidly carry out relevant work, the China Development Bank (国家开发银行) has released announcements on implementing the one-time credit repair policy through authoritative media and multiple channels such as its official website and official WeChat account, clarifying relevant policy conditions, time windows, etc., and sending reminder text messages to eligible borrowers and parents to increase policy awareness. At the same time, it promoted branches to closely cooperate with student financial aid management departments at all levels to do a high-quality and efficient job in policy promotion and overdue principal and interest recovery. After borrowers meet the one-time credit repair conditions, the China Development Bank (国家开发银行) updated and submitted credit reporting data as soon as possible to help relevant borrowers enjoy the policy dividends as early as possible.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Lanzhou (兰州) April 8th dispatch (Reporter: Zeng Yichen (曾亦辰)) Recently, the "Several Measures of Gansu Province (甘肃省) to Strengthen Primary-Level Chronic Disease Health Management Services" was issued, comprehensively optimizing primary-level chronic disease health management work from multiple aspects and clarifying phased development goals.
The measures propose to build a hierarchical service system. County-level areas will establish primary-level chronic disease health management centers, townships (communities) will set up management units, and village health clinics (community health service stations) will set up management outposts to promote the advancement of prevention and treatment.
In terms of service functions, the three-level institutions have clear divisions of labor. County-level centers will coordinate county management, integrate resources, establish databases, and conduct monitoring and research; township units will create "one-stop" services, implement screening follow-ups, family doctor contracts, and publicity and training; village-level outposts will be responsible for investigation and evaluation, daily follow-ups, and guidance on health self-checks, and will be equipped with basic diagnosis and treatment equipment. In terms of service content, Gansu (甘肃) will increase screening and intervention for high-risk groups, promote three-color hierarchical management for patients (red, yellow, and green), strengthen one-stop co-management for patients with multiple coexisting diseases, and integrate traditional Chinese medicine services into the entire process. In terms of service capabilities, primary-level medical backbones will be cultivated through "online general training + offline intensive training," institutional hardware will be upgraded based on the Strengthening Primary Care Engineering, and county-level chronic disease experts will be promoted to go down to the grassroots level to be stationed.
Return to TopCurrently, the entire Party is carrying out study and education on establishing and practicing a correct view of performance. Not long ago, we launched a call for contributions on the "People's Daily Commentary" (人民日报评论) WeChat official account, inviting readers to talk about their feelings and suggestions on establishing and practicing a correct view of performance. In this issue of "Everyone Talks," we have selected three submissions to share with everyone, thinking together about how to better integrate ourselves, our work, and our responsibilities.
——Editor
"Invisible Places" Also Show True Ability
Wang Ziqi (王梓琦), Mianyang City (绵阳市), Sichuan Province (四川省)
In my heart, perseverance in ordinary daily life can also achieve glory. During the flood season, I was on duty, checking hidden danger points during the day, verifying the number of people at home household by household, monitoring rainfall data at night, and patrolling continuously, without daring to mute my phone. Although these "clumsy efforts" are not easily "seen," they give us the confidence to deal with emergencies. Once, a hillside crack expanded. Thanks to the precise investigation and drills in the early stage, we quickly organized the evacuation of the masses. After the flood season, the area where I was located was safe and sound. A colleague sighed, "More effort in 'invisible places' will lead to 'visible' gains."
Being good at doing silent work is a pursuit that Party members and cadres should have. This means that we need to be based on the long-term, willingly do groundwork, and willingly grasp unfinished matters. It also means that we need to focus on daily life, do basic work well, and contribute our strength in places that are not easy to shine. Whether the pipeline is clear, whether hidden dangers have been eliminated, and whether the road is smooth, these tasks seem ordinary, but they are closely related to the people's sense of gain and cannot tolerate any superficiality.
"Invisible places" also show true ability. Only by effectively solving the urgent needs and anxieties of the masses can we win trust; only by constantly getting mud on our feet can we understand the characteristics of the countryside and choose the right direction for industry. Sufficient daily effort that is not ostentatious will be exchanged for visible and tangible practical changes.
Transform "Let Me Do" into "I Want to Do"
Cao Jinyu (曹金玉), Hotan County (和田县), Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (新疆维吾尔自治区)
A first secretary stationed in a village once "complained" to me: "Some cadres are like spinning tops, they only spin when the superior whips them." This statement expresses the negative mentality of some cadres: either they are afraid of accidents, thinking that "the more bowls you wash, the more you break," or they are afraid of taking responsibility, believing in "the less you do, the less trouble you have." Such thinking misleads development and hurts the hearts of the people.
We must realize that cadres are meant to be doers, and solid work is their duty. There are such cadres around me: when they found that elderly people living alone had difficulty buying medicine during visits, they coordinated with village doctors to deliver medicine to their homes the next day; when they found potential icing hazards on the bridge surface at night, they started de-icing overnight to ensure smooth traffic without waiting for instructions from their superiors. These things are not big, but they make the masses truly feel that "the Party's care is around them." Transforming "let me do" into "I want to do" is true responsibility.
For grassroots cadres, praise is a casual remark from the masses, "That comrade is quite reliable," and the heartfelt praise from the villagers, "This person is really down-to-earth." When more and more cadres regard the "small things" of the masses as "big things in their hearts," and when the assessment mechanism makes it impossible for cadres who "only do superficial work" to get by, and gives cadres who "actively seek work" a stage and receive praise, the smiles of the masses will become brighter and brighter.
Forcefully Avoid the Bystander Mentality
Wang Xinbo (王薪博), Nankai District (南开区), Tianjin (天津)
"I am just an ordinary grassroots Party member. What can I talk about performance? It would be good enough if I could fill out the forms properly." I heard such a statement at the grassroots level, as if ordinary Party members are considered to have done their duty as long as they go to work on time and do not make mistakes. This one-sided understanding and negative tendency are worth vigilance.
The study and education on establishing and practicing a correct view of performance is a study and education carried out throughout the Party. Establishing and practicing a correct view of performance is a clear requirement for all Party members. Regardless of position or seniority, as long as they are Party members, they should temper their strong Party spirit and calibrate their performance coordinates.
In fact, no matter what position you are in, you can achieve performance through solid work. Window staff who let the masses run one less trip and wait one less minute, this is performance; community workers who resolve neighborhood disputes and promote community harmony, this is performance; village secretaries who help villagers solve practical problems such as road access and medical treatment, this is also performance. Forcefully avoid the bystander mentality, carefully plan things, and concentrate on doing things, this is the responsibility that Party members and cadres should have.
By: 曹文轩
Coconuts are not only delicious but also useful. During this year's National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国两会), Lü Yan (吕妍), a National People's Congress (全国人大) representative and deputy county head of Baoting Li and Miao Autonomous County (保亭黎族苗族自治县) in Hainan Province (海南省), brought a bottle of coconut essence oil from her hometown. This product is not simple: coconuts from Southeast Asia and local old coconuts "meet," are processed into virgin coconut oil, then transported to Guangzhou (广州) to be made into raw materials for beauty products, and finally made into skincare products, which are sold worldwide.
How can coconut oil produced by a rural enterprise leave the island and go overseas? Behind this is the tangible benefit of the construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港). In the interview, one "unexpected" after another revealed the opportunities of high-level opening up.
The opportunity lies in the universality of the policy. Zero tariffs, low tax rates, and a simplified tax system are the key advantages of the Free Trade Port. Lü Yan (吕妍) said with emotion, "Unexpectedly, even small factories in the deep mountains can equally share the dividends of opening up. The opening opportunities of the Free Trade Port are not a 'special supply' for a few large enterprises, but 'sunshine' sprinkled on the fields." Thanks to the policy of tariff exemption for domestic sales with a processing value-added exceeding 30%, the enterprise processes imported coconuts and sells them to the mainland, reducing tariffs by 12%, and the money saved is used to update equipment and upgrade.
A good opening-up policy has both universality and pertinence. It does not simply judge heroes based on scale, but can guide enterprises to transform to high value-added, firmly promote high-quality development, and create high-quality employment. Continuously improving the accuracy of opening-up policies will better empower investors and enhance their own competitiveness.
The opportunity lies in the convenience of services. As the first batch of goods using locally produced goods on the island to carry out processing and value-added business, how to handle the relevant procedures? "Unexpectedly, the government came to the door to guide." Without the need for the enterprise负责人 to explore, relevant departments helped the enterprise thoroughly understand the key points of the policy and sort out the handling process with the "one enterprise, one policy" precise service. From filing to customs declaration, the whole process is smooth and efficient.
Ensuring that good policies play a good role, the key lies in unblocking the points of obstruction to implementation. The policy dividends of the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) are huge. How to turn from "visible" to "fully utilized"? Not long ago, Hainan (海南) issued 20 key measures to stabilize businesses and benefit enterprises, proposing to strengthen the interpretation, implementation, and implementation of the Free Trade Port policy. Coordinating "letting go" and "managing well," reducing links, reducing materials, reducing time limits, optimizing services, optimizing processes, optimizing experiences, so that things are not only "can be done" but also "easy to do," the policy dividends are maximized, and transformed into enterprises' sense of gain and development competitiveness.
The opportunity lies in the stability of expectations. Zhengda (Hainan) Xinglong Coffee Industry Development Co., Ltd. (正大（海南）兴隆咖啡产业开发有限公司) focuses on the fine coffee business. Huang Haiwen (黄海文), administrative and logistics supervisor, "unexpectedly," in February last year, the "zero tariff" raw and auxiliary material list of the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) was expanded again, including coffee green beans. The enterprise calculated that the comprehensive cost was reduced by 1.5%-2%. Buying raw materials globally and selling products globally, the enterprise's confidence has doubled, and it hopes to take advantage of the east wind of the Free Trade Port's customs closure operation to further open up the two domestic and international markets.
From the gradually expanding scope of "zero tariff" commodities, to the shortest negative list for foreign investment access, to the continuously expanding catalog of encouraged industries, the growth of the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港) is a process of continuous surprises. Therefore, continuously improving the continuity, stability, and sustainability of policies can increase the determination and confidence of enterprise development.
Being in the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自贸港), I often heard this "unexpected" sentence during the interview. When we meet again after a while, the new look and new atmosphere of enterprise development make me sigh "unexpected." We see the Hainan (海南) aircraft maintenance industry from scratch, and the industrial seedlings break ground and flourish; we witness the total carrying capacity of ships with the "China Yangpu Port (中国洋浦港)" flag exceeding 8 million deadweight tons, and the comprehensive service capacity of the international shipping hub leaping to a new level... Seizing opportunities, being good at making achievements, and transforming policy dividends into development achievements, gathering the mighty power of high-quality development.
At the beginning of the "15th Five-Year Plan (十五五)," "expanding high-level opening to the outside world" and "building the Hainan Free Trade Port (海南自由贸易港) with high standards" are important tasks. Using opening up to promote cooperation and making good use of the two domestic and international markets, I believe there will be more vivid stories of coconut essence oil "global travel," writing a vivid footnote for building a new development pattern.
(The author is a reporter from the Hainan Branch of this newspaper)
Return to TopBy: 霍旻含
【Phenomenon】During this year's National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国两会), Zhang Tao (张涛), a professor at the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Beihang University (北京航空航天大学), proposed accelerating the construction of a computing power constellation to seize the strategic opportunity of space computing power. Space computing power and computing power constellations sound quite science fiction-like. In May of last year, the world's first space computing constellation successfully entered orbit. Recently, a Chinese team remotely controlled a humanoid robot on the ground by using natural language commands to call the space computing power of an on-orbit satellite. From the ground to space, what possibilities will computing power "going to heaven" bring?
【Commentary】
There is a saying, "Man proposes, Heaven disposes," which expresses humanity's awe of the unpredictable unknown. Now, with the on-orbit deployment of large models and the realization of networking of space computing constellations, this saying can be modified—as computing power accelerates its ascent to "heaven," "heavenly calculation" can also help "human calculation."
The reason for computing power "going to heaven" is very realistic: the computing power on the ground is running out.
The AI (Artificial Intelligence) industry is advancing by leaps and bounds, and the demand for high-end computing power is growing rapidly. It should be noted that each time we have a conversation with AI, we consume Tokens. At the beginning of 2024, China's average daily Token call volume was 100 billion, and as of March this year, this number has exceeded 140 trillion.
On the other hand, a large amount of data returned by satellites in the sky is wasted. Currently, remote sensing, communication, navigation, and other satellite data mainly rely on "heaven sensing, earth computing" (天感地算) – satellites are responsible for collecting data, and massive amounts of raw data are transmitted back to the ground for processing. However, due to high latency, limited transmission links, and insufficient ground processing capabilities, a large portion of the data cannot be utilized and is directly discarded.
Large data centers have extremely high requirements for energy, land, and heat dissipation. The development bottleneck of the AI industry is accelerating towards energy constraints, and computing power "going to heaven" is an important path to break through this bottleneck. Therefore, people are turning their attention to space: there is boundless space, a continuous supply of solar energy, and a natural cryogenic environment.
The essence of "heavenly calculation" (天算) is to deploy intelligent computing resources on satellites in space orbit, allowing satellites to transform from data "couriers" into "analysts." A computing power constellation is a network that connects these computing satellites, allowing data to flow freely between satellites. This means that more data does not need to be transmitted back to the ground and can be processed in space, achieving "heavenly data, heavenly calculation" (天数天算) and "heaven-earth collaboration" (天地协同). Emergency rescue, forest fire prevention, low-altitude economy, and other scenarios with higher requirements for low latency are expected to see significant improvements in efficiency.
The significance of computing power "going to heaven" is not limited to this. Wang Jian (王坚), an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (中国工程院), believes that innovation at the infrastructure level can not only meet existing needs but also help break through the boundaries of imagination. Just like there was electricity first, and then there were refrigerators, washing machines, and televisions. With computing power and AI "going to heaven," it is worth looking forward to what new scenarios and new momentum can be generated in the future.
Looking again at the suggestion to "seize the strategic opportunity of space computing power," the universe is boundless, so why should "heavenly calculation" seize the first opportunity? A crucial fact is that low-Earth orbit and spectrum resources are scarce, and countries operate on a "first come, first served" basis.
China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (中国航天科技集团) announced that it will build a gigawatt-level space digital intelligence infrastructure during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period to empower "heavenly data, heavenly calculation" (天数天算), "earthly data, heavenly calculation" (地数天算), and "heaven-earth co-calculation" (天地同算). SpaceX has submitted an application to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission to deploy a system of up to 1 million satellites in low-Earth orbit. The European Union has included space data centers in its "Horizon" green transition strategy, with the goal of building a low-carbon computing power cluster in space. In the race to compete for space computing, all parties are accelerating their layouts.
It should also be noted that there are many problems to be solved in this field. How to efficiently collect and utilize solar energy, how to improve heat dissipation efficiency, and how to break through the bottlenecks of on-satellite computing power and inter-satellite networking communication... Whoever first explores the answers through innovation will grasp the right to define the future form of space infrastructure and will have greater initiative.
The development experience of future industries such as embodied intelligence, brain-computer interfaces, and 6G proves that China has the confidence and strength to stand at the forefront of the trend, as well as the pragmatic actions to transform advantages into victories. With a long-term vision and steady steps, taking firm steps one by one, "heavenly calculation" will no longer represent the "unfathomable" and "unobservable" unknown, but a future that is gradually approaching and can be grasped.
Marine fisheries are a crucial component in ensuring food security. In recent years, China has actively promoted the digital and intelligent transformation of marine fisheries, with new technologies such as smart aquaculture platforms and intelligent net cages being widely applied, resulting in significant achievements in the construction of a "blue granary." Currently, coastal areas across China are ushering in a busy "spring plowing" season, with fishermen seizing the opportune time to feed, manage, and harvest, gradually unfolding a vibrant "spring plowing at sea" picture.
This is precisely:
Spring tides urge busy farming,
Thousands of sails cultivate the blue waves.
Diligent people return late with oars,
Fat fish fill the boat cabins.
By Xu Zhiwen (徐之文)
Return to TopTurning People's Ideas into Development Methods
Yang Wenming (杨文明), Kunming City (昆明市), Yunnan Province (云南省)
At Daguanlou Yuyuan (大观楼庾园) on the bank of Dianchi Lake (滇池) in Kunming (昆明), the setting sun melts gold. The complaint from a netizen, "The sunset is beautiful, but there's no chair to sit on," was seen and taken seriously. Soon after, the "sunset chair" became a new landmark. This sincerity in "listening to advice," turning a complaint into a scenic spot, helps to form a positive interaction in grassroots governance.
Tourists dragging luggage around the farmers market is inconvenient, so luggage storage points are promptly set up; the public complains about bottlenecks in handling affairs, so the local government launches "I accompany the public to go through the process," with public officials conducting 37,000 empathy experiences... Treating "complaint points" as "focus points" and turning "micro-wishes" into "micro-practicalities" can not only make up for shortcomings in people's livelihoods but also build a joint force for development.
To promote high-quality urban renewal, high-level operation, and highly efficient governance, it is necessary to mobilize the enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity of the people, so that the government, the market, and society can better form a joint force. We look forward to more heart-warming responses like the "sunset chair" in various places, turning the "small ideas" of the people into "good methods" to promote development, and handling practical matters for the people to their hearts' content.
Elderly Canteens Might as Well Be "Multi-Purpose"
Ye Jing (叶景), Zhengzhou City (郑州市), Henan Province (河南省)
For many elderly people, meal assistance points are not only "large kitchens" for solving the problem of food and clothing but also "living rooms" for relieving worries and boredom. A few days ago, I passed an elderly canteen, and several elderly people, after finishing their meal, did not rush to get up but instead chatted about their families, smiling happily, which was impressive.
It may be worthwhile to integrate resources, gather multiple scenarios, and promote the transformation of elderly canteens from "single meal supply" to "comprehensive services." For example, an elderly canteen in Nanjing (南京), Jiangsu (江苏) that has been renovated has a painting and calligraphy room and a multi-functional activity room, realizing a meal, a group of companions, and a hall full of joy; Jingzhou (荆州), Hubei (湖北) has launched a "canteen + classroom" model, carrying out opera, handicrafts, and other themed activities at meal assistance points, increasing the average daily social time of elderly people in the community by 2.3 hours... It's not just about going to eat a meal; there is also a carrier for the elderly to be supported, to be active, and to be happy.
Multi-purpose and functional integration increases service and reflects care. Adapting to local conditions, continuously enriching service scenarios, improving service details, and improving the operating mechanism will surely allow more elderly people to eat a "taste of happiness" at their doorsteps and cultivate a good "spirit."
Return to TopBy: 吴克群
In recent years, I have been to many places I had never been before, done many things I had never done before, and made many new friends. I have further explored the meaning of life and understood the true meaning of life.
On the second day of the second lunar month, the "Dragon Raises Its Head," in Zunyi (遵义), I joined Master Jiang Debing (蒋德兵), who has been providing free haircuts to those in need for 46 years, to organize a free haircut event with over a hundred volunteer hairdressers; before the Spring Festival of the Year of the Horse, in Chongqing (重庆), I organized a 24-hour New Year's Eve dinner to pay tribute to the ordinary heroes who stick to their posts during the Spring Festival; at the beginning of the year, in Baise (百色), I joined fruit farmers in cutting sugar cane and pruning sugar oranges in the fields... From performance venues to fields, being with everyone has brought me many new thoughts and insights.
In the past, my life revolved around music and film. In 2018, I suffered setbacks in filmmaking and also lost my beloved mother forever. These successive blows shattered the inertia of my life. Looking back, I realized that although I had achieved worldly success, my life was becoming increasingly thin and my horizons were narrowing. My mother's death gave me one last lesson: life should not only be about performing under the spotlight.
The texture of life is to be found in life itself. In recent years, in addition to concert tours, my short videos have featured many new scenes and faces. In Liuyang (浏阳), the dazzling fireworks background is unrealistically beautiful; in Nanning (南宁), 100 yuan can also achieve fruit freedom... Open your arms, take strides, bend down, and the world rushes towards you. Life has not been so colorful in a long time!
When I frequently appear in alleys and rural villages, some people label me as "traffic to the countryside." In fact, I had already experienced the huge halo and influence brought by attention, but the concept of traffic was not yet prevalent at that time. The more I am with everyone, the more I feel that traffic originates from the public and should benefit the public. How lucky I am that I can now use this attention to bring a little help to everyone and a little change to the world. I have never felt so "rich"!
One of the most memorable stories is the "squeezing the bus" experience. Guiyang (贵阳) Bus Route 252 is a special line for the benefit of farmers. At more than 5 a.m., I squeezed onto this bus with the vegetable farmers. Only when I actually lifted the vegetable baskets weighing dozens of kilograms did I realize the heavy hope and understand the simple and unadorned happiness - selling all the vegetables. That recorded video touched many people. Later, we coordinated with more than 50 restaurants and supermarkets to hold a "vegetable auction" in the fields, selling 30,000 kilograms of vegetables in one go, and also connecting farmers and merchants with long-term sales channels. We shouted "Scallions off work," "Pea shoots off work," "Sister Qin's celery off work," sharing every bit of excitement and joy.
The smiles of the vegetable farmers, the simplicity of the Chongqing (重庆) "Bang Bang" (porters), the simple wishes of the sanitation worker sisters... are like anchors of happiness. In the rising heat, those who live earnestly, that vigorous vitality, are also encouraging and nourishing me. Traffic, therefore, has warmth.
Some people question, what is the point of doing these things, "for traffic" or "just showing off"? If traffic can flow through me to more places in need, and can show off the style of more places, I will continue to do it. Some time ago, I secretly went back to visit the vegetable farmer friends on Bus Route 252 and was delighted to learn that the city had opened up a fixed vegetable selling place for them. In fact, how much can I do alone? In the past, I wrote "Write a Poem for You" and "Do Impossible Things for You," which were just love song lyrics. Now, writing "poems" for everyone and gathering the kindness of many people together is the energy of love bursting out from the relay of countless people. If there is really any top-tier traffic that will never go out of style, I think it is the upward posture of life and the benevolent background of society.
The best creative material is not in the recording studio, but in the daily life of fireworks. Today, I still want to write more good songs and sing them to more people. Behind the traffic is trust and responsibility. In the future, I want to continue to turn them into the light in my hands, bringing light to the lives of some people; turning them into the road under my feet, walking to the side of more people in need.
(The author is a Taiwanese singer, interviewed and compiled by Yu Xingxin (余星馨), a reporter from this newspaper)
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李家鼎
Chen Li (陈利), born in 1968 in Taigu, Shanxi (山西太谷), is the Dean and a professor at the Institute of Composite Materials of Tianjin University of Technology (天津工业大学). He has long been engaged in the research of high-performance fiber multidimensional braided materials and composites, created the theoretical system of "three-dimensional fabric multi-directional coupling braiding," and led his team to develop a variety of lightweight, high-strength, and high-temperature-resistant new materials and core components, which have been applied to major national projects such as the lunar exploration project and Mars exploration. He led his team to successfully develop China's first large-scale three-dimensional weaving equipment independently, systematically solving a number of key "bottleneck" problems. The related achievements have twice won the second prize of the National Science and Technology Progress Award.
Not long ago, the China National Textile and Apparel Council Science and Technology Awards were announced. Chen Li (陈利), a professor at Tianjin University of Technology (天津工业大学), won the "Sang Ma Scholar Award" for his systematic innovative achievements in the field of high-performance fiber multidimensional braided materials. "At present, textile applications are constantly expanding from ordinary consumer goods to high-tech, high value-added fields, and we still have a lot of work to do." In Chen Li's (陈利) view, it is necessary to closely integrate research directions with major national strategic needs in order to continuously promote the textile industry from "clothing the world" to "weaving the world."
"The most difficult thing is not failure, but not knowing how many more times you will fail."
In the 1980s, Chen Li (陈利) was admitted to the Knitting Engineering major of Tianjin Textile Institute of Technology (天津纺织工学院) (the predecessor of Tianjin University of Technology (天津工业大学)). At that time, many people, including him, still understood textiles as the traditional impression of weaving cloth and making clothes.
With the deepening of his studies, a new term—"three-dimensional weaving technology"—entered Chen Li's (陈利) scientific research world, and his vision was gradually broadened. "In those days, China's research on three-dimensional weaving was just starting, while foreign countries had already included related technologies in the core technology system of aerospace and strictly blocked key equipment." Chen Li (陈利) introduced that in 1989, in order to serve national strategic needs, Tianjin Textile Institute of Technology (天津纺织工学院) established the Composite Materials Research Office, mainly engaged in the research and development of new three-dimensional reinforced fabrics and advanced textile composites, becoming one of the earliest units in China to carry out research on three-dimensional weaving technology.
In 1993, after graduating with a master's degree, Chen Li (陈利) stayed at the school to teach, studying under the famous textile expert Professor Qiu Guanxiong (邱冠雄), and became the first doctoral student independently trained by Tianjin Textile Institute of Technology (天津纺织工学院), joining the Composite Materials Research Office.
In the 1990s, the domestic aerospace field had an urgent need for lightweight and high-performance new materials. However, for this young team, the difficulty of starting was beyond imagination. "Foreign technology is strictly blocked, high-end equipment is embargoed, and the available information is fragmented and limited." Chen Li (陈利) said that what they faced was a real "poverty and blankness." 一穷二白 (yī qióng èr bái - "poor and blank," starting from scratch; without any foundation).
Without ready-made drawings, usable equipment, or even a research and development path to explore, the only way was to innovate from the source. The team gathered talents from multiple disciplines such as textiles, machinery, electronics, and mechanics, and used the "stupidest" method to tackle the toughest problems. With backward design methods, they lay on drawing boards, repeatedly outlining the structure of complex three-dimensional machinery with two-dimensional plane drawings.
"The most difficult thing is not failure, but not knowing how many more times you will fail." Chen Li (陈利) recalled that at that time, there was no computer simulation, no three-dimensional simulation software, and they could only hand-draw two-dimensional mechanical drawings and then manufacture them.
After 3 years of technical research, in 1996, China's first large-scale three-dimensional weaving machine was born, but problems followed in the assembly and debugging stage. "Tens of thousands of moving components have extremely high coordination requirements. Often, when it is adjusted here, there is a problem there." Chen Li (陈利) said that everyone often surrounded the machine to troubleshoot for several days and nights, repeatedly modifying and repeatedly testing. Failure and anxiety were the norm, but no one thought of giving up. "When I think that this is a key technology urgently needed by the country, I feel that I must grit my teeth and persevere." Chen Li (陈利) said.
A few months later, the equipment finally achieved stable operation. Watching the weaving machine weave composite materials that met the requirements, Chen Li (陈利), who had always been calm, shed tears. Today, this old equipment is quietly placed in the school history museum, witnessing the years of starting from scratch and self-reliance. 自力更生 (zì lì gēng shēng - "self-reliance regeneration," regeneration through one's own effort; self-reliance).
"Independent innovation is the only path we must continue to take."
What is three-dimensional weaving technology? Faced with this professional question, Chen Li (陈利) often uses a vivid analogy: "It's like the reinforced concrete used to build houses. Traditional composite materials are like layers of carbon fiber cloth, similar to layers of 'pasted paper'; while three-dimensional weaving directly uses high-performance fibers, like weaving a bamboo basket, to weave a complete and continuous 'steel skeleton' in three-dimensional space. Then, resin and other 'concrete' are injected into this skeleton to form the final component."
He further explained that this "skeleton" is integral, and the fibers are interwoven and interlocked, so the braided composite material has unparalleled advantages over traditional laminated materials: it is very strong, not easy to delaminate, has excellent impact resistance and fatigue resistance, and can flexibly design different weaving structures and fiber directions in different parts according to the stress requirements, realizing the "precise customization" of material properties. This is precisely the characteristic required by many key components in the aerospace field.
"When a spacecraft rushes into the atmosphere at a speed of thousands of meters per second, violent friction with the air will generate high-temperature flames exceeding 2000 degrees Celsius, while withstanding huge impact forces." Chen Li (陈利) introduced that the requirements for aircraft protection materials can be summarized as "high-temperature ablation resistance and strong impact resistance."
In 2016, Chen Li's (陈利) team took on the task of developing complex special-shaped components for a new type of spacecraft. The component has complex curved surfaces and large changes in double curvature, and the requirements for dimensional accuracy and performance are extremely stringent.
"It's like using soft threads to weave a hard shell with a precise shape and no difference." Zhang Yifan (张一帆), a team member and researcher at the School of Textile Science and Engineering of Tianjin University of Technology (天津工业大学), said that during that time, Chen Li (陈利) led everyone to live in the trial production base for several months. Faced with problems such as deformation and uneven thickness during the weaving process, they conducted hundreds of process experiments, repeatedly debugging equipment parameters and optimizing weaving paths. At the most stressful time, a process plan had to be tested for a week or two, and if it failed, it would be overturned and restarted. It was this almost stubborn attitude that ultimately ensured that the product met all the stringent indicators, laying the foundation for the successful test flight of the aircraft.
Faced with increasingly complex application scenarios, in recent years, Chen Li (陈利) has gradually created the theoretical system of "three-dimensional fabric multi-directional coupling braiding." The related practical results effectively solved the problems of different stress in different parts of components such as aero-engine blades. "It's like an axe, the blade needs to be extremely hard, and the handle needs to resist bending and torsion." Chen Li (陈利) explained that the team can now integrate multiple weaving structures on one component to achieve performance gradation and maximize utilization.
Despite overcoming one problem after another, Chen Li (陈利) is soberly aware that the challenges on the road of scientific research have never stopped: "Some countries have not relaxed their blockade of high-end weaving equipment and technology at all. Independent innovation is the only path we must continue to take."
"A new problem is sometimes a source of innovation."
"Personal ideals may be as small as stars, but when they resonate with national development, they can burst into light." Chen Li (陈利) often tells this to his students. In his eyes, scientific research not only requires the concentration to "calm down," but also a clear direction of "facing national needs."
Chen Li (陈利) also integrates this concept into talent training and team building. The Composite Materials Research Institute led by Chen Li (陈利) is itself a multi-disciplinary cross-integration platform, where talents with professional backgrounds in textiles, materials, machinery, mechanics, automation, etc. work together to tackle key problems. Over the years, he has led the establishment of China's first secondary discipline direction of "textile composite materials" and led the construction of a series of high-level platforms from the Ministry of Education's key laboratory to the National and Local Joint Engineering Research Center. "The platform can gather talents and achieve talents." Chen Li (陈利) said.
"Scientific research is often boring, especially when we do engineering application research. A process parameter may have to be adjusted tens of thousands of times. Without calmness, you can't hold on." Chen Li (陈利) said that in daily scientific research, he pays special attention to reminding students to observe experimental details and extract scientific questions from them. "A new problem is sometimes a source of innovation."
In the eyes of the students, Chen Li's (陈利) greatest characteristic is "being serious." "Teacher Chen (陈老师) often says that a slight deviation can lead to a huge error. Our products are related to the performance of the final equipment and must be 100% accurate." Jiao Wei (焦伟), Chen Li's (陈利) doctoral student, said that this rigorous and extreme style deeply influenced every member of the team.
In Chen Li's (陈利) view, the core of the spirit of scientists is "seeking truth and being pragmatic." "Seeking truth is exploring laws and pursuing truth; being pragmatic is being down-to-earth and solving practical problems." He believes that this spirit is reflected in persistence in the time dimension and a sense of mission in the goal dimension.
Chen Li (陈利) believes that three-dimensional weaving technology will move towards a broader manufacturing field, and the manufacturing cost of high-performance materials will continue to decrease.
"Textile composite materials are upgrading towards lighter, stronger, and more intelligent directions. Textiles, this ancient technology, will continue to weave a safer, more efficient, and lighter new world for us." Chen Li (陈利) said.
Reporter's Notes
Quietness is skill, depth is accumulation
When interviewing Chen Li (陈利), he repeatedly mentioned "calming down." The word "quiet" reveals the basic method of scientific research and reflects the moving character of a scientist.
"Quietness" hides the original intention of scientific research. Faced with the call of national strategic needs, Chen Li (陈利) led his team to bury themselves in the laboratory to tackle key problems, stayed in the trial production base, repeatedly debugged a parameter tens of thousands of times, and continuously tackled a piece of equipment for several years. There are no shortcuts to take, no experience to follow. In the predicament of "poverty and blankness," they uphold the original intention of scientific research and patiently seek answers.
"Quietness" accumulates sharpness. "Quietness" is not passive waiting. When the accumulation exceeds the critical point, when thinking penetrates the fog, the long-accumulated power bursts out. Over the years, Chen Li (陈利) has led his team to overcome many "bottleneck" problems. Everyone has taken boring repetition to the extreme and turned silent perseverance into the sharpness of overcoming difficulties.
Scientific and technological achievements are never chased in the hustle and bustle, but are achieved in silence. Still waters run deep. Quietness is skill, and depth is accumulation. And the power to penetrate rocks and break waves is hidden in the deepest part of this water.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 8th (Reporter). This year marks the 45th anniversary of the National Voluntary Tree Planting Campaign. On the morning of the 8th, He Wei (何维) and Zhang Qingwei (张庆伟), both Vice Chairpersons of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大常委会), along with some Deputy Secretaries-General and members of the Party Leadership Group of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, some members of the special committees, heads of the working committees, and cadres of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, participated in a voluntary tree planting activity at the Guai Cun Country Park (怪村郊野公园) in Fengtai District (丰台区), Beijing (北京).
The park is located in Wangzuo Town (王佐镇), Fengtai District (丰台区), covering an area of approximately 512 mu. In the morning, everyone took a bus to the tree planting site, where they added soil to build embankments, watered and supported the seedlings... planting a total of more than 300 saplings of white pine, hawthorn, and Acer truncatum.
Implementing Xi Jinping's (习近平) ecological civilization thought and the Party Central Committee's decision-making arrangements, the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress held in March this year reviewed and approved the Ecological Environment Code, further consolidating the legal foundation for building a beautiful China. Over the years, the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress has continuously carried out voluntary tree planting, using practical actions to add splendor to the construction of a beautiful China.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 马睿姗
Highlights:
Lin Yuan has been engaged in the research and development of thin-gauge, high-magnetic-induction, and high-grade silicon steel products for 18 years. In the past two years, she has led her team to overcome key technologies, significantly reducing product carbon emissions while maintaining excellent magnetic properties, and has applied them in batches to the field of high-energy-efficiency transformers, filling a domestic technological gap. She has received honors such as the Shanxi Province May Day Labor Medal.
At first glance, Lin Yuan, dressed in blue overalls with a ponytail, stands next to a computer by a universal testing machine, analyzing the test results of silicon steel mechanical samples. She lightly touches one end of the silicon steel sheet with her index finger, carefully observing the morphology and location of the fracture, while noting the strength and elongation data output by the equipment in her notebook.
Lin Yuan is the director of the Silicon Steel Research Institute of the Technology Center of China Baowu Taiyuan Iron and Steel Group Co., Ltd. (中国宝武太原钢铁集团有限公司), and has been engaged in the research and development of thin-gauge, high-magnetic-induction, and high-grade silicon steel products for 18 years. The various products she has developed meet the diverse needs of industries such as new energy vehicles, home appliances, smart robots, and power transmission and transformation.
Silicon steel is an important magnetic material that determines the energy efficiency of transformers and motors. Grain-oriented silicon steel is one of the most difficult steel products to manufacture. To achieve ultimate performance, it needs to go through more than a dozen processes such as smelting, hot rolling, normalizing and pickling, decarburization and nitriding annealing, and high-temperature annealing. The process route is long and the process window is narrow. "The internal structure of grain-oriented silicon steel is like sprinkling sesame seeds on a pancake. During the production process, it is necessary to precisely control each 'sesame seed' to be aligned in the same direction to achieve the ultimate in directional magnetic conductivity," Lin Yuan said.
In 2008, when Lin Yuan first joined the company, Zhang Wenkang (张文康), the head of the grain-oriented silicon steel team at the time, reminded her that grain-oriented silicon steel technology is difficult and a "tough nut" to crack. But Lin Yuan refused to give up.
At that time, many new silicon steel processes were just being applied, and experiments were conducted one after another. Lin Yuan often had to follow the process from beginning to end several times a day. "Many professional terms were learned from books, but after entering the factory, I realized that the gap between theory and practice is very large," Lin Yuan recalled.
Whenever she had time, Lin Yuan would run to the site to carefully observe and record each production step. When she encountered problems she didn't understand, she would follow her master and ask for advice. When she returned home at night, she would slowly digest the information by comparing it with the books. When she wasn't at the site, she would follow her seniors to do experiments and analyze data. Lin Yuan has a habit of taking notes, and over the years, she has filled several notebooks. "Technical research and development requires a **钉钉子精神** (dīng dīng zi jīng shén - "nailing spirit," perseverance and determination), and everything must be done to take root," Lin Yuan said.
Today, the silicon steel production process of Taiyuan Iron and Steel Group (太钢) has entered the era of intelligent and digital control. However, in the pilot-scale research and development stage more than a decade ago, valuable information basically relied on technicians to "stare" it out. At that time, the 0.18 mm grain-oriented silicon steel required for a key national research and development project was in the research and development stage. An experimental cycle of high-temperature annealing in a hood furnace in the pilot workshop had to run continuously for 8 to 10 days. There were not enough people on the night shift, so Lin Yuan often worked consecutive shifts and slept in the office at night. To ensure the smooth progress of the experiment, she had to check the water temperature and flame status every 2 hours.
Lin Yuan remembers that when the bright yellow flame in the burners high up in the furnace became lighter and lighter, slowly turning into a soft light yellow, experience told her that the moisture in the silicon steel coil was about to be completely removed, and the surface characteristics of the product were guaranteed, so she could confidently enter the next stage. Suppressing her excitement, she recorded the time and characteristics in detail.
In 2022, the Taiyuan Iron and Steel Group's (太钢) high-end grain-oriented silicon steel project was put into production. While the product was developing in the direction of high energy efficiency, everyone found that the long process flow of grain-oriented silicon steel meant higher carbon emissions. Therefore, Lin Yuan focused her attention on the research and development of low-carbon emission grain-oriented silicon steel technology.
In 2023, the first trial production plan was launched. Lin Yuan led her team to continuously challenge technological heights. After two years, they finally successfully developed a high-grade green low-carbon emission grain-oriented silicon steel manufacturing technology using a full scrap steel process. Using full scrap steel as raw material, the smelting of molten iron was eliminated, reducing carbon emissions by 76.2% compared with traditional products. A full-chain low-carbon emission system of "raw material recycling - production control - carbon footprint verification" was established. While reducing carbon emissions of products, magnetic properties were also taken into account, realizing the serialization and batch application of green low-carbon emission grain-oriented silicon steel, filling a domestic technological gap.
"In the future, we will focus on fields such as high-energy-efficiency transformers, embodied robots, and low-altitude economy to develop silicon steel materials with better comprehensive performance in terms of magnetic induction, iron loss, strength, and processing characteristics, injecting innovative power into the low-carbon transformation and development of China's (中国) power system," Lin Yuan said.
Return to TopThis is a report from Nanning (南宁) on April 8th (Reporter Zhang Yunhe (张云河)). Recently, the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region (广西壮族自治区) Department of Science and Technology officially released work guidelines for artificial intelligence "cross-border challenge mechanism" (跨境揭榜挂帅) facing ASEAN, launching a new model of cross-border scientific and technological cooperation of "ASEAN proposing questions, Guangxi (广西) issuing announcements, and cooperation accepting challenges," to promote the deep integration of artificial intelligence technology and ASEAN practical application scenarios.
The relevant work guidelines focus on the transformation of achievements and application scenarios. The ASEAN demand side must be universities, research institutes, enterprises or government-related departments legally registered locally for more than one year, and have real scenarios, experimental environments, local data and supporting resources. The leading party for accepting the challenge is limited to enterprises, universities and research institutes registered in Guangxi (广西) for more than one year and with independent legal personality. It is required to have strong scientific and technological research and development strength, complete scientific research conditions and a good foundation for international cooperation, and can jointly tackle key problems with no more than 5 units inside and outside the region.
The cooperation model supports single or combined models such as technology transfer, cooperative research and development, personnel training, technology licensing, and technology investment. The implementation process of the project fully considers the characteristics of Sino-foreign cooperation and is generally divided into four core stages: determining and issuing the list, accepting and evaluating the challenge, tackling key problems under the leadership, and application demonstration, which are refined into key links such as demand investigation, determining the list, issuing the list, accepting the challenge, and evaluation.
Return to TopIn recent years, Sichuan University Jinjiang College (四川大学锦江学院) has continued to deepen its cooperation with high-quality enterprises, bringing more and more robot application scenarios into the classroom, and cultivating more high-quality, application-oriented talents who understand intelligence, data, and algorithms. Here, students can not only experience robot operation, but also systematically learn robot operation specifications, programming logic, debugging skills, and safety protection. The picture shows students practicing robot operation in class on April 8.
Peng Yong (彭勇) photographed (People's Vision (人民视觉))
Return to TopThis newspaper Urumqi (乌鲁木齐) April 8th (Reporter Shang Rongzheng (尚嵘峥)) Recently, the Development and Reform Commission of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (新疆维吾尔自治区发展改革委), together with relevant departments, has compiled the "Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Handbook on Promoting the Development and Growth of the Private Economy (3.0)" (《新疆维吾尔自治区促进民营经济发展壮大工作手册（3.0）》) by sorting out relevant policies publicly released by the central government and Xinjiang (新疆) in recent years to support the development of private enterprises, so as to help private enterprises understand and enjoy the policies in a timely manner.
Previously, Xinjiang (新疆) released the first and second editions of the handbook in 2024 and 2025 respectively. The third edition released this time integrates the latest relevant policies on the basis of the previous two editions, and enterprises can check the electronic version of the handbook online. The third edition of the handbook includes policy documents on laws and regulations, government services, fair access, factor guarantees, financial support, industrial policies, rights protection, and enterprise cultivation.
In recent years, Xinjiang (新疆) has vigorously promoted the high-quality development of the private economy and introduced specific support measures. In the next step, the Development and Reform Commission of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (新疆维吾尔自治区发展改革委) will work with relevant departments to continuously update the policies and supplement and improve the handbook to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of the content, and provide policy support for the high-quality development of Xinjiang's (新疆) private economy.
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 刘晓宇 窦瀚洋 刘洪超
This year's "Government Work Report" proposed to "vigorously develop a green and low-carbon economy" and "strengthen the recycling of renewable resources." With the implementation of the "Two News" policy, various regions have further increased technological innovation, smoothed industrial chains, vigorously developed "urban mines," and continuously improved the recycling rate and utilization rate of renewable resources.
Urban mines refer to recyclable resources contained in waste such as discarded household appliances and electronic waste. Because of their large reserves and high grade, they are resource repositories just like natural mines.
Discarded household appliances can be turned into valuable resources and put into use through recycling and dismantling; discarded clothing can be regenerated and processed into new materials for textiles; scrap steel can be reused after screening, packaging and other processes, helping to save mineral resources... According to statistics, the total amount of recycled resources in China will be approximately 380 million tons in 2025. The effective recycling and utilization of renewable resources injects impetus into achieving green and low-carbon development and promoting sustainable social and economic growth.
Discarded Household Appliances——
Efficient Recycling, Reducing Environmental Pollution
"Recycling old color TVs, refrigerators, washing machines..." Early in the morning, a loudspeaker sounded in Chengxiangfang Community in Fuzhou (福州), Fujian Province. Master Wang Kun'guang (王坤光) was riding a tricycle, purchasing discarded household appliances in the community. After a busy day, an old-fashioned color TV, two outdoor air conditioning units, etc., filled the car.
The tricycle turned past two streets and alleys, arriving at a renewable resource recycling point. Counting, registering, loading... The next stop is a waste electrical appliance dismantling company.
After nearly 5 hours of transshipment and concentration, trucks loaded with discarded household appliances drove to Yuanhong Investment Zone, Chengtou Town, Fuqing City (福清市), Fuzhou City. Here, workers from Fujian Hongyuan Environmental Resources Co., Ltd. (福建省宏源环境资源有限公司) were busy in front of the assembly line, wearing safety helmets, goggles and dust masks. Household appliances were dismantled and classified, and various parts were neatly stacked.
Hongyuan Company is one of the four companies in Fujian Province with the qualification to dispose of discarded electrical and electronic products. "We can process more than 2,000 discarded household appliances every day," said Wu Bin (吴斌), chairman of Hongyuan Company. Dismantling household appliances involves many processes, and workers must undergo strict training and be certified to work; the dismantling process is monitored throughout, to ensure the maximum utilization of resources and avoid environmental pollution.
In Hongyuan Company's workshop, a refrigerator was dismantled into plastic, metal, foam and other parts, which entered different recycling channels respectively. Waste oil from compressors, fluorescent powder from displays, etc., were specially collected for harmless treatment to prevent pollution.
The dismantled plastic panels were loaded onto trucks and transported to the Fuzhou City Investment Renewable Resources Green Sorting Center (福州城投再生资源绿色分拣中心) in Mawei District (马尾区), Fuzhou City. At the end of 2024, the center was put into use as a high- and low-value unified collection and green sorting center, realizing the full-category recycling of plastics.
"These materials can be turned into treasure after treatment." Picking up a plastic panel, the person in charge of the sorting center said, "This may have originally been a refrigerator door. After dismantling, crushing, and cleaning, smelting, shaping and other processes by downstream companies, it can be turned into park benches, trash cans, etc." The intelligent sorting system established by the sorting center can sort 100 tons of recyclable plastic materials every day.
With the recycling and utilization system becoming increasingly perfect, everyone's environmental awareness is also constantly upgrading. From 2024 to 2025, approximately 53 million discarded household appliances and mobile phones will be dismantled in a standardized manner nationwide, with an average annual growth rate of approximately 12%.
Discarded Clothing——
Innovative Technology, Producing Recycled Fiber
In Shaoxing (绍兴) City, Zhejiang Province, at a "ZheBA" game between Zhuji (诸暨) and Keqiao (柯桥), cheerleaders wore white T-shirts printed with "Very Keqiao" to cheer for the game. The fabric of these T-shirts is made from recycled waste clothing. "As life gets better and better, more and more clothes are being eliminated, and there is a lot of utilization value in the polyester filaments." Said Xing Keli (邢科莉), general manager of Zhejiang Alice Dyeing and Finishing Co., Ltd. (浙江爱利斯染整有限公司), the sponsor of the cheerleading team's clothing.
Dyes are difficult to remove, impurities are difficult to clean, and the strength and color fastness of recycled fibers often fail to meet standards... In the past, due to insufficient technology, the recycling of polyester was difficult. Alice Dyeing and Finishing Co., Ltd. joined hands with Zhejiang University of Science and Technology (浙江理工大学) to establish a high-quality recycled polyester recycling R&D center, and jointly developed a physical-chemical method for recycling and regeneration technology.
Jiang Fang (江芳), associate professor at Zhejiang University of Science and Technology who participated in the research and development, introduced that the technology integrates the advantages of physical and chemical methods - physical treatment is like a "stripping technique," which removes dyes and impurities from textiles while retaining the physical properties of the fiber such as strength and flexibility; chemical methods use environmentally friendly solvents and catalysts to accurately decompose dye molecules, ensuring the color fastness and performance of recycled fibers.
"The characteristic of this technology is that it is green, environmentally friendly, economical and affordable." Jiang Fang said that it not only solves the environmental capacity problem of disposing of old clothes and reduces secondary pollution, but also allows textile companies to obtain stable fiber raw material supply channels locally.
Keqiao District (柯桥区), Shaoxing City, as a well-known textile city, has many such innovations. Zhejiang Jiaren New Material Co., Ltd. (浙江佳人新材料有限公司) showcased its products produced using recycled DMT (dimethyl terephthalate) technology at the China International Textile Yarn (Autumn/Winter) Exhibition, which attracted the attention of purchasers at home and abroad.
He Jianli (何建利), general manager of the company, introduced that the technology can produce recycled DMT new materials with a purity of up to 99.9% through chemical decomposition technology and innovative processes. Today, the company's production line from recycled DMT new materials to yarn has been put into operation, and a green recycled new material project with an annual output of 50,000 tons has been built and put into operation. It is expected that by 2030, a 500,000-ton green recycled fiber production scale will be formed.
From efficient recycling and sorting, to physical and chemical coordinated treatment, to the production of high-quality recycled fibers, technological innovation has spawned a complete industrial chain for the recycling of waste textiles, allowing the traditional textile industry to embark on a path of green development.
Scrap Steel——
Digital Empowerment, Improving Product Quality
A truck loaded with scrap steel slowly drove into the yard of Angang Scrap Steel Resources (Anshan) Co., Ltd. (鞍钢废钢资源（鞍山）有限公司) in Anshan (鞍山) City, Liaoning Province. After being accurately weighed by a fully automatic weighing machine, the truck entered the unloading and sorting area. As soon as the truck was unloaded, intelligent equipment activated image recognition and comparison technology to intelligently classify the scrap steel, clearly distinguishing between medium and heavy scrap steel, light and thin materials, and various debris. Then, automated processing links such as shearing, magnetic separation, and screening were operated in an orderly manner to initially process different types of scrap steel.
The processed light and thin materials were transported to a huge steel structure processing workshop, where a hydraulic metal baler rolled them into tight and solid cuboids. Other types of scrap steel such as medium and heavy scrap steel were also processed in an orderly manner and transferred to smelting plants for smelting and processing.
At the same time, in the scrap steel full industrial chain intelligent digital platform operation center of this company, data was jumping and screens were switching in real time on the large screen, clearly presenting every step of scrap steel from weighing and sorting to dismantling and processing.
"After the entire process of automated processing, the metal and non-metal impurities in the scrap steel are effectively separated, and the purity is greatly improved; the processing method of packaging and pressing cakes also reduces subsequent transportation and storage costs," said Gao Xuezhong (高学中), deputy general manager of Angang Scrap Steel Resources (Anshan) Co., Ltd.
Scrap steel is the only ferrous raw material that can largely replace iron ore and has important industrial value. Every 1 ton of scrap steel used can reduce 1.6 tons of carbon emissions and save approximately 2 tons of mineral resources. However, for a long time, although the amount of scrap steel recycled has been large, the industry has problems such as being small, scattered, and chaotic, the industrial concentration is low, and the level of digital management is poor.
Today, digital technology is bringing changes to the scrap steel industry. "Within our base, by applying self-developed intelligent grading, intelligent packaging, remote monitoring, and QR code traceability technologies, we have avoided the problem of adulteration during the packaging process, reduced logistics costs, and improved product quality," said Zhang Kai (张凯), general manager of Angang Green Gold Industry Development Co., Ltd. (鞍钢绿金产业发展有限公司).
As a scrap steel procurement platform, Green Gold Company has built 5 core bases and 29 satellite bases in the main steel-producing areas of Liaoning, creating a scrap steel recycling and processing network covering Northeast China. Angang Scrap Steel Resources (Anshan) Co., Ltd. is one of its core bases.
Anshan City is actively relying on the digital platform of the renewable resource industry to regulate the production and operation of scrap steel processing access enterprises, accelerate the supply and demand connection of the scrap steel industry, and improve the local digestion capacity of scrap steel. As of now, a total of 11 companies in Anshan City have been selected into the national scrap steel processing industry access list, with a total access capacity of 7.85 million tons. During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, Anshan's scrap steel processing and sales volume increased to 4.87 million tons.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 8th (Reporter Wang Ke (王珂)) - The Ministry of Commerce (商务部) and three other departments recently issued a notice to launch the application process for the second batch of national retail innovation and upgrading pilot cities.
According to the notice, the pilot application cities should be prefecture-level cities or above, with high enthusiasm, good foundation, and solid policies in promoting the development of the retail industry. They should be able to compile pilot work plans in accordance with the implementation plan of the retail innovation and upgrading project, promote the innovation and transformation of the retail industry, explore the experience of revitalizing commercial facilities with a "one store, one policy" approach, and create new business forms, new models, and new scenarios.
The notice requires that applicant cities strengthen their understanding and grasp of the connotation and extension of the retail industry and various business formats, and avoid confusing retail innovation and upgrading with other work. They should thoroughly investigate the basic situation of the city's existing retail resources, inefficient idle resources, etc., and grasp the basic data. They should strengthen policy integration, give full play to the supporting role of urban renewal, interest subsidies for loans to service industry business entities, as well as the pilot projects for the construction of a modern commercial and trade circulation system, pilot projects for new consumption formats, new models, and new scenarios, pilot projects for the construction of an internationalized consumption environment, the construction of a "15-minute convenient living circle," and the construction of complete communities for the retail industry. They should give full play to the role of retail business associations and representative enterprises, ask for needs from enterprises, ask for advice from enterprises, and promote the "one store, one policy" to carry out retail facility renovation. They should do a good job in experience promotion, and fully summarize and promote the good experiences and good practices of local retail innovation and development.
Since 2025, the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) has steadily promoted the pilot construction of the first batch of 38 retail innovation and upgrading cities, and has achieved positive results in expanding domestic demand, promoting consumption, and benefiting people's livelihoods. Pilot cities have completed a total of 625 project updates and renovations, with a building area of 24.1 million square meters, driving investment of approximately 75.6 billion yuan. Around the themes of "Buying in China (购在中国)," trade-in of consumer goods, time-honored Chinese brands (中华老字号), and the "15-minute convenient living service month (一刻钟便民生活服务月)," a total of approximately 5,000 consumer promotion activities have been carried out.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) April 8th dispatch (Reporter Liu Wenxin (刘温馨)): Data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部) shows that from January to February this year, the added value of electronic information manufacturing above designated size increased by 14.2% year-on-year, with the growth rate being 7.9 and 1.1 percentage points higher than that of the industrial sector and high-tech manufacturing industry in the same period, respectively, indicating a good overall development trend in the industry.
Rapid production growth. From January to February, among the main products, the output of mobile phones was 223 million units, an increase of 7.7% year-on-year, of which the output of smartphones was 187 million units, an increase of 13.7% year-on-year; the output of integrated circuits was 81.5 billion units, an increase of 12.4% year-on-year.
Export recovery is improving. From January to February, the cumulative export delivery value of electronic information manufacturing above designated size increased by 1.2% year-on-year. According to customs statistics, from January to February, China (中国) exported 112 million mobile phones, an increase of 3% year-on-year; and exported 52.5 billion integrated circuits, an increase of 13.7% year-on-year.
Significant improvement in efficiency. From January to February, electronic information manufacturing above designated size achieved operating income of 2.63 trillion yuan, an increase of 14.3% year-on-year; operating costs were 2.27 trillion yuan, an increase of 10.9% year-on-year; and total profits reached 107.2 billion yuan, an increase of 2.04 times year-on-year.
Return to TopSurrounded by azure waters, the islands are being revitalized. Zhoushan City (舟山市), Zhejiang Province (浙江省), is diligently painting a new picture of common prosperity through solid livelihood initiatives.
Since July 2023, Zhoushan City has systematically carried out the integrated reform of basic public services in the city area (hereinafter referred to as "integrated reform"). By clarifying concepts, detailing paths, and vigorously implementing measures, it promotes the balanced accessibility of basic public services, injecting strong impetus into the solid advancement of the development goal of "island common prosperity first."
Clarifying the Connotation of Concepts and Consolidating the Ideological Foundation
Based on the actual situation of the islands, Zhoushan (舟山) clarifies the connotation of concepts and grasps five key points, setting the direction and clarifying the boundaries for the orderly advancement of integrated reform.
Grasp the development goal of "island common prosperity first," with high-quality development as the primary task, narrowing the "three major gaps" as the main direction, and promoting island common prosperity first as a major mission. Grasp the "basic" category, focusing on basic livelihood areas such as education, medical care, elderly care, and social security, promoting service levels to adapt to and gradually improve with the local economic development level. Grasp the "integration" standard, arranging public service resources around the distribution of permanent residents, and realizing the integration of planning, layout, facilities, and policies in the city area. Grasp the "improve efficiency" requirement, taking into account the input-output benefits and efficiency of people's livelihood, improving the performance of fiscal fund use, and reducing administrative operating costs. Grasp the "accessible and perceptible" evaluation to ensure that the indicators are implementable and achievable, and that the masses are accessible and perceptible.
Establishing Principles and Paths, Clarifying the Implementation Direction
In response to the structural imbalance between supply and demand of basic public services on the islands, Zhoushan (舟山) has established three basic principles and four implementation paths in the process of integrated reform, advancing step by step and exerting precise efforts.
The three basic principles are organically unified. "Population gathers towards large islands," guiding the population to gather towards the main island and large islands to achieve the goals of fair accessibility, cost reduction, and efficiency improvement. "Services follow the population," building a resource coordination mechanism that matches the scale and needs of the permanent population, so that "where there is demand, there is supply." "Factors are allocated according to services," promoting the rational flow and allocation of public service factors such as funds, land, and staffing within the city area.
The four implementation paths precisely solve the problem. Coordinate the integrated urban planning, establish a "1+4+N" public service system, and promote the integration, consolidation, supplementation, and upgrading of island facility elements. Enhance the carrying capacity of large islands, take the main island and large islands as the main carriers of public services, and create a "city-wide public service center" that can radiate to small islands. Ensure the bottom line of people's livelihood on small islands, ensuring that all inhabited islands have basic public services. Guide the transfer and concentration of population, implement the new era "small island relocation, large island construction" project, and promote the orderly citizenization of the transferred population of fishermen and agriculture.
Strengthening Practical Implementation and Achieving Remarkable Results
Since the implementation of the integrated reform, Zhoushan (舟山) has focused on eight major livelihood areas: education, medical care, elderly care, housing, social security, culture and sports, convenience for the people, and assistance to the weak. It adheres to the "project list + reform list" dual-wheel drive and has made positive progress.
Zhoushan (舟山) takes scientific planning as the entry point, continuously optimizes the quality of service supply, accelerates the promotion of population concentration, and continuously consolidates the foundation of people's livelihood security. Compile and form special plans for key areas, improve the matching degree of resource allocation and population distribution. Since the implementation of integrated reform, a total of 106 basic public service projects have been planned and implemented, and 42 new public service facilities have been built. 112 basic public service items have the same standards in the city area, and 467 livelihood items have been implemented throughout the city area. Deeply implement the new era "small island relocation, large island construction" project, 1,506 people from 16 islands have completed relocation, and the city's urbanization rate has increased to 75%.
Zhoushan (舟山) empowers development with reform and makes good use of resource elements, realizing the two-way improvement of reform implementation and cost reduction and efficiency improvement. The "city-managed county-used" teacher staffing has reduced 306 over-standard configured teachers and staff, effectively solving the problems of overstaffing and structural imbalance of teachers. In two years, a total of 302 reform-related system documents have been issued, and 24 experiences and practices have been promoted to the whole province. Build a transfer payment system of "money follows people" and "money follows things." By optimizing the layout, one-time investment is reduced by 594 million yuan, and 335 million yuan of fiscal funds are saved annually. The utilization rate of idle public service assets reaches 78.4%.
Standing at a new starting point of development, Zhoushan (舟山) will continue to deepen the integrated reform of basic public services in the city area, promote more balanced and accessible public services, allow the masses to share the fruits of reform and development, and continue to write a new chapter of "island common prosperity first" with pragmatic measures.
Data source: Publicity Department of the CPC Zhoushan Municipal Committee (中共舟山市委宣传部)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 王云娜
Early in the morning, Ran Chunli, general manager of Hengxing Group Fishery Company in Xiashan District, Zhanjiang City, Guangdong Province (广东省湛江市霞山区恒兴集团渔业公司), went straight to the dock and boarded a speedboat.
Cutting through the waves, it took only 20 minutes to reach the marine ranch in the Te'cheng (特呈) sea area of Zhanjiang Bay (湛江湾). Here, hundreds of gravity-type deep-water cages are scattered like stars. In 28 of these cages, Miichthys miiuy are wagging their tails and growing well. Picking up one to take a closer look, Ran Chunli was overjoyed: "The fish are strong, and the customers will definitely be satisfied when they are delivered in about ten days!"
In the past, this marine ranch in Zhanjiang Bay (湛江湾) was basically idle in autumn and winter. Since starting to undertake "overwintering" business last year, it has become lively all year round.
Land-Sea Relay Aquaculture
"The profit margin per catty has increased by 2 yuan"
What is "overwintering"?
"It's a long story, and it starts with the small fish fry." Following Ran Chunli by car to the southern coast of Xuwen County (徐闻县), Zhanjiang City (湛江市), there is Hengxing Group's (恒兴集团) golden pomfret fish fry "intermediate rearing" base.
Golden pomfret has delicious meat and is rich in nutrition, with great market demand. As early as 2010, under the guidance of the Guangdong Provincial Government (广东省政府), the province's first deep-sea cage industrial park was built in the Te'cheng (特呈) sea area, with more than 400 gravity-type deep-water cages, mainly for golden pomfret farming.
"In previous years, every early April, the company would purchase a batch of golden pomfret fry with 300 to 400 tails per catty, and then send these fry, which are only four or five centimeters long, directly into the sea. The fry are small and have weak resistance to wind, waves, and diseases, and only 70% to 80% survive."
How to improve the survival rate of fish fry?
In 2023, drawing on mature experience at home and abroad, the company explored a new "land-sea relay" method—first "intermediate rearing" on land, and then sending them to the deep sea for aquaculture. The newly purchased small fish fry are first cultivated in land ponds for 15 to 20 days, until they grow to 40 to 80 tails per catty, and then transported to the sea for deep-sea aquaculture.
"Compared with direct entry into the sea, the 'intermediate rearing' fish fry grow faster, have better physique, and stronger bodies, with a survival rate of 95%," said Ran Chunli.
Land-sea segmentation and refined aquaculture also bring price advantages. In the traditional model, golden pomfret can only grow to the market specification of one catty by October. Under the new method, it can meet the standard in mid-to-late September. Listing before the peak season results in better prices.
"Costs are reduced, selling prices are increased, and the profit margin per catty has increased by 2 yuan," Ran Chunli calculated.
More than that, a new business has also been developed—Miichthys miiuy "overwintering."
Originally, golden pomfret are stocked in April and sold out in October, and the aquaculture cycle is shortened by nearly a month compared with the traditional model. How else can the vacated gap period be used? Ran Chunli turned her attention to Miichthys miiuy.
The swim bladder of Miichthys miiuy is a precious fish maw, with high nutritional value and great market demand. Many farmers in eastern Guangdong (粤东) are raising them. However, the water temperature in eastern Guangdong (粤东) is low in winter, and Miichthys miiuy grow slowly, and are prone to frostbite when the temperature is too low. The seawater in Zhanjiang Bay (湛江湾) is warm in autumn and winter, which is suitable for Miichthys miiuy growth from November to March of the following year.
At this time, Miichthys miiuy farmers in eastern Guangdong (粤东) came to discuss aquaculture business, and the two parties hit it off immediately. A batch of Miichthys miiuy boarded a live water boat and came from eastern Guangdong (粤东) to western Guangdong (粤西) to settle in Zhanjiang Bay (湛江湾) for "overwintering."
Cages are getting bigger and bigger
"The output of one cage is directly hitting 110,000 catties"
Overlooking from high altitude, in the vast blue waves, gravity-type deep-water cages lie quietly on the sea surface, and a dozen super-large cages are arranged in an orderly manner.
"This is a high-strength gravity-type deep-water cage with a circumference of 100 meters," introduced Lin Dongning, production technology manager of the marine ranch. The cages in the marine ranch range from 40 meters to 60 meters in circumference, and now to 100 meters or even larger. "The larger the cage, the more space the fish have to move around, and the higher the unit output."
Since large cages have significant advantages, why did they only land in recent years? Behind this is technical consideration.
In cage fish farming, the cage netting is prone to fouling by barnacles, mussels, and algae. If it is not cleaned in time, the mesh will be blocked, seawater exchange will be hindered, and the fish will be prone to hypoxia. New nets must be replaced every one or two months, and old nets must be cleaned. The larger the circumference of the cage, the greater the difficulty of changing nets at sea. "The cage netting uses high-strength materials that are corrosion-resistant and resistant to wind and waves. A cage with a circumference of 100 meters weighs 1 ton when dry, and the weight doubles when attached with fouling," Lin Dongning explained. To upgrade the cage, mechanized equipment must keep up.
To solve the scale bottleneck with equipment innovation, an automated work boat was developed and designed. After technical research, the company developed the first generation of automated work boats, integrating functions such as net changing, fish lifting, and feeding, and officially put into use at the end of 2021.
"We no longer have to rely on shoulders to carry and hands to move, and it is much easier to work," said Lin Dongning. For monthly net changes, just operate the crane of the work boat, and the robotic arm can easily change the net, greatly improving efficiency.
The feeding function of the automated work boat also plays a big role.
In the past, artificial feeding meant that the feed was mostly concentrated in small areas, and the fish crowded together to grab food. Some fish did not get enough feed, and the sizes were uneven. The feeding machine of the work boat blows the feed evenly to the center of the cage through a fan and conveying pipe, and the feeding range is wider.
Due to their large size, large cages are more resistant to typhoons. In the second half of last year, a typhoon swept through the Te'cheng (特呈) sea area. The golden pomfret in cages with a circumference of 40 meters were generally bruised, and the secondary fish rate in some cages reached 20%; while the fish in cages with a circumference of 60 meters and 100 meters were unscathed.
Large cages also have higher benefits. Taking golden pomfret farming as an example, the maximum output of a single cage with a circumference of 40 meters is about 30,000 catties; for 60 meters, it reaches 65,000 catties. "At 100 meters, the output of one cage is directly hitting 110,000 catties," Lin Dongning said proudly.
At present, the company is optimizing and upgrading the second generation of automated work boats to make the equipment more suitable for cage aquaculture needs.
Installing a Smart System
"With a machine in hand, there is no worry about raising fish"
At night, the sea surface is shrouded in darkness, and Dou Tiantie, the aquaculture foreman of the marine ranch, and two colleagues are responsible for taking care of dozens of cages. Near midnight, the mobile phone screen suddenly lights up, and an alarm sounds. The smart fishery APP on the mobile phone shows that the dissolved oxygen value of the seawater in the area has dropped to the warning threshold of 4 mg per liter.
"The dissolved oxygen value is low. Tomorrow morning, we will reduce the feeding amount," he told his colleagues. The next morning, they reduced the feeding amount of each cage by 30%, successfully resolving the hypoxia crisis.
"In the past, we relied on experience to judge water quality and determine feeding amount. Now we use data to speak. There are fewer fish diseases, lower losses, and the aquaculture risk is greatly reduced," said Dou Tiantie.
The transformation and upgrading of marine ranches and the creation of smart fisheries are inevitable. In 2019, the company deployed smart aquaculture, developed a smart fishery system, and created a smart management and control system integrating video monitoring, water quality monitoring, and production management, equipping deep-water cage aquaculture with a "smart brain."
"An online water quality monitoring instrument is placed under the sea surface, which can monitor indicators such as water temperature, dissolved oxygen value, and salinity in real time. Once it exceeds the threshold, the system automatically alarms, realizing early detection and early disposal. Cameras with night vision and shouting functions are also installed above the cages. They are on duty 24 hours a day, paying attention to the fish's feeding and cage damage, and can also dissuade stealing and fishing," Dou Tiantie showed the reporter one by one after opening the APP, "**一机在手，养鱼不愁** (yī jī zài shǒu, yǎng yú bù chóu - "with a machine in hand, no worry about raising fish," with this technology, fish farming becomes much easier and worry-free)."
Smart management not only makes aquaculture more scientific, but also provides more reference for decision-making. Through the APP, you can view the production data such as the stocking amount and feeding amount of each cage, and prescribe the right medicine for substandard items. The feed coefficient and unit cost are decreasing year by year, and the profit margin is increasing year by year.
"During the peak sales season, I can also see the cost of the fish in the cage on the APP, and accurately judge the best time to sell based on the selling price of the day," said Ran Chunli.
Heading towards the sea, the blue ranch also needs to be carefully cultivated.
Return to TopBy: 李春荣
Guangdong's mainland coastline stretches 4,084 kilometers, ranking first in the country, and its sea area ranks second in the country. Its unique resource endowment provides a solid foundation for the marine economy. In recent years, Guangdong has been strengthening its maritime power and accelerating the construction of a modern marine industry system with international competitiveness.
Fully explore marine new energy. In terms of offshore wind power, focusing on the "bottleneck" problem of key equipment, Guangdong promotes the coordinated layout of key bases such as Yangjiang (阳江), Shantou (汕头), and Shanwei (汕尾), continues to enhance the autonomous and controllable capabilities of the industrial chain, and builds a globally competitive offshore wind power industry cluster. Facing challenges such as insufficient grid consumption capacity, Guangdong adheres to technological innovation to break the situation, accelerates the promotion of 12 to 16 MW ultra-large capacity typhoon-resistant units, and accelerates the construction of a backbone channel suitable for sending large-capacity green electricity from deep and far seas. Guangdong's offshore wind power has formed a good situation of both offshore and deep-sea development, and coordinated development and consumption. In addition, Guangdong innovatively explores the integrated development model of "aquatic photovoltaic + underwater aquaculture + offshore wind power," promoting the transformation of marine resources from planar utilization to three-dimensional layered utilization, and realizing the multiple benefits of power generation, aquaculture, and ecology.
Vigorously build smart fisheries. As the largest aquaculture province in the country, Guangdong has a solid first-mover advantage. In terms of the digitalization of aquaculture decision-making systems, some enterprises have jointly developed a "digital intelligence" management and control platform with universities, integrating IoT, AI recognition, big data analysis, and large language model intelligent Q&A functions to achieve real-time perception of multi-dimensional data such as meteorology, water quality, fish group behavior, and equipment status, which is applied to marine pastures to improve the scientific nature of aquaculture.
Improve disaster prevention and mitigation capabilities. Developing the marine economy in Guangdong urgently requires enhancing the ability to prevent and mitigate marine disasters. In recent years, Sun Yat-sen University (中山大学) has continued to tackle this direction, forming an intelligent typhoon forecasting platform, a remote sensing identification method for red tides in the Pearl River Estuary (珠江口), and a map of remote sensing monitoring and risk assessment of typical elements of marine disasters, deepening the study of the ecological impact of marine heat waves in the South China Sea (南海), and jointly developing the "Kanhai (瞰海)" artificial intelligence marine prediction model, which has been put into trial operation in the national business center.
Looking to the future, Guangdong should make good use of the advantages of scientific research institutes and universities, firmly grasp the key of scientific and technological innovation, accelerate the tackling of key core technologies in the ocean, lead industrial innovation with scientific and technological innovation, and strengthen and optimize modern marine industries such as modern marine fisheries, marine oil and gas industry, and marine new energy industry, and activate new momentum for the marine economy.
(The author is the Director of the Platform Department of the Science Research Institute of Sun Yat-sen University (中山大学科学研究院平台处处长). This report was compiled and edited by Wang Yunna (王云娜), a reporter from this newspaper.)
Return to Top*People's Daily* Beijing (北京) April 8th (Reporter Liu Zhiqiang (刘志强)) The reporter learned from the State Information Center (国家信息中心) of the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委): Multiple high-frequency data show that in the first quarter of this year, China's economy had a good and strong start, especially with a steady warming of the consumer market.
Offline consumption big data shows that in the first quarter, the payment amount for offline consumption increased by 3.4% year-on-year, an increase of 2.2 percentage points compared to the fourth quarter of last year. Specifically, commodity consumption increased by 5.2% year-on-year, an increase of 3.2 percentage points compared to the fourth quarter of last year, with faster growth in electronic products and household appliances; service consumption increased by 0.9% year-on-year, an increase of 0.5 percentage points compared to the fourth quarter of last year, with faster growth in transportation services and catering services.
"The first quarter's offline consumption shows steady overall growth and structural optimization, especially strong consumer demand for home appliances, digital products, and other items. This is the result of the precise implementation of policies such as ultra-long-term special treasury bonds supporting the replacement of old consumer goods and optimizing interest subsidies for personal consumer loans." Xing Yuguan (邢玉冠), Deputy Researcher of the Big Data Development Department of the State Information Center (国家信息中心) of the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委), believes that as a series of policies to promote consumption continue to take effect, the consumer market is expected to further increase in quantity and quality, and move towards new and better directions.
In terms of investment, capital supply has been strengthened, and investment in cutting-edge fields has grown rapidly. According to calculations by the State Information Center (国家信息中心), in the first quarter, the national newly issued special bond issuance increased by 20.8% year-on-year, the amount of winning bids for projects related to computing power infrastructure construction and software and hardware development increased by 4.7% year-on-year, and the amount of capital investment events in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence and humanoid robots increased by 45.5% year-on-year.
Foreign trade maintained its growth momentum. In the first quarter, the departure and arrival deadweight tonnage of cargo ships at major ports increased by 9.6% and 5.4% year-on-year, respectively, an increase of 23.4 and 7.0 percentage points compared to the fourth quarter of last year; the average daily port cargo and container throughput increased by 2.4% and 8.5% year-on-year, respectively, an increase of 1.6 and 1.4 percentage points compared to the fourth quarter of last year.
Looking at the main indicators reflecting innovation. In the first quarter, the business vitality index of start-ups and the business vitality index of technology innovation-oriented enterprises increased by 8.8% and 8.1% year-on-year, respectively. Innovation in the field of artificial intelligence is active. Patent data shows that in the first quarter, the number of patent grants related to China's strategic emerging industries increased by 8.7% year-on-year, and by 18.4% in March. Among them, the number of patent grants related to artificial intelligence increased by 31.2% year-on-year in the first quarter and 39.8% year-on-year in March, and innovation vitality continued to increase.
Return to TopBeijing, April 8th (People's Daily reporter Ouyang Jie (欧阳洁)) The China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing released data showing that the China Logistics Industry Prosperity Index for March was 50.2%, an increase of 2.7 percentage points compared to the previous month. In March, logistics business activities tended to be active, the upstream and downstream of the industrial chain and supply chain were promoted collaboratively, investment in the logistics field increased, and market expectations improved simultaneously.
From the perspective of sub-indices, the logistics industry prosperity index showed a comprehensive recovery trend, among which the total business volume index, new order index, inventory turnover index, and capital turnover rate index increased significantly. The total business volume indices of major industries all achieved month-on-month increases. The total business volume index of the railway transportation industry was 54.4%, an increase of 0.3 percentage points compared to the previous month. The total business volume indices of air logistics, postal express delivery, and road transportation increased by 3.7, 2.5, and 3.1 percentage points month-on-month, respectively. Overall, the recovery trend of the industrial chain in the first quarter was good, providing strong support for the recovery of logistics demand.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李亚楠
Walking into the Lianghe High-end Manufacturing Science and Technology Industrial Park in the Urumqi Economic and Technological Development Zone (Toutunhe District) (新疆乌鲁木齐经济技术开发区（头屯河区）) in Xinjiang (新疆), steel plates are being transformed into vehicle cargo boxes and subframes on the intelligent production line of the medium and heavy plate container carrier project's shared factory. Unlike ordinary factories, this is a shared factory.
What is a shared factory? It is where enterprises achieve efficient sharing of factory buildings, equipment, and production lines through a group buying model. In recent years, the demand for general-purpose trucks, dump trucks, and mining trucks in Xinjiang (新疆) has continued to rise, and the export business of equipment has grown strongly. The characteristics of small-batch, multi-variety production have also caused many enterprises to face problems such as tight funds and low equipment utilization rates. To solve the pain points of enterprises, Xinjiang Dadao Industrial Investment Co., Ltd. (新疆大道实业投资有限公司) and Urumqi Economic and Technological Development Zone Jianfa State-owned Capital Investment and Operation (Group) Co., Ltd. (乌鲁木齐经济技术开发区建发国有资本投资运营（集团）有限公司) jointly invested in the construction of this shared factory.
"Xinjiang's (新疆) equipment manufacturing industry covers four categories: commercial vehicles, special vehicles, construction machinery, and agricultural and animal husbandry machinery, gathering 10 key enterprises. However, due to high transportation costs and insufficient local supply of parts, the production capacity of enterprises is seriously insufficient," said Yang Sen (杨森), chairman of Dadao Industrial Company (大道实业公司). In October 2025, the shared factory for medium and heavy plate container carrier projects officially started production. At present, the total amount of orders received by the shared factory has reached 1.457 billion yuan, and it has established cooperation with 8 main engine factories and 2 construction machinery factories in five Central Asian countries. The order volume is expected to exceed 3.5 billion yuan this year.
Shaanxi Automobile (Xinjiang) (陕汽（新疆）) previously adopted the model of "transporting parts to Xinjiang (新疆) for assembly" or "transporting complete vehicles to Xinjiang (新疆) for sales/transit export," and the costs incurred in the logistics环节 (huánjié - "link," segment) greatly compressed the profits of the enterprise. "Taking heavy truck carriages as an example, using the shared factory to process carriages can save millions of yuan in freight costs every year," said Yang Xiaolong (杨小龙), director of the operation center of Shaanxi Automobile (Xinjiang) (陕汽（新疆）).
The shared factory not only reduces costs but also improves production efficiency. The shared factory for medium and heavy plate container carrier projects has 1 laser cutting line, 1 plasma cutting line, 3 uncoiling and leveling lines, 6 welding lines, and 55 welding robots.
According to calculations, if an enterprise wants to invest in an intelligent production line, its heavy asset investment will increase by 60%, and the equipment recovery period will exceed 15 years. "Through the shared model, more enterprises can start lightly. We plan to build 8 shared factories. At present, the medium and heavy plate series shared factory and the stamping die shared factory have been put into production, and the machining, spindle picking, and other series of shared factories will be put into production successively this year. By then, the annual output value is expected to exceed 20 billion yuan," said Yang Sen (杨森). In the future, we will carry out three cooperation models with enterprises: order-based production, customized research and development production, and big data model resource sharing and development. The localization rate of Xinjiang's (新疆) equipment manufacturing industry will increase from less than 10% to 70%.
Attracted by the shared factory, more than 30 complete vehicle and modified vehicle enterprises have settled in the Lianghe High-end Manufacturing Science and Technology Industrial Park (两河高端制造科技产业园).
Return to TopAs a major flower and tree producing area, Shuyang County (沭阳县), Jiangsu Province (江苏省), has built an open matrix live broadcast room, centrally supplying resources such as venues, products, and technology, attracting more than 50,000 practitioners and promoting the better and faster development of the flower industry.
The above pictures are all taken by Lei Sheng (雷声), reporter of this newspaper.
Beijing, April 8th (Reporter Lin Lili (林丽鹂)) -- Data released by the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局) shows that during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局) vigorously promoted the development of "one-stop" services for quality infrastructure, organically integrating elements and resources such as measurement, standards, certification and accreditation, and inspection and testing. A total of 2,984 "one-stop" service platforms for quality infrastructure have been built nationwide, serving more than 5.2 million enterprises, solving approximately 380,000 technical problems, and saving enterprises approximately 5.47 billion yuan. Positive results have been achieved in serving park economies, regional development, and the quality-linked improvement of industrial and supply chains, forming a series of replicable and scalable service models and experiences.
Return to TopGuangzhou, April 8th (Reporter He Linping (贺林平)) The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) is about to open. On April 8th, the first batch of inbound exhibits for the Canton Fair smoothly cleared customs and entered the country through Guangzhou Nansha Port (广州南沙口岸). This batch of exhibits consists of 137 pieces of household goods, kitchenware, and other items produced in Turkey.
Nansha Port (南沙港) is one of the main entry ports for imported exhibits for the Canton Fair. After the first batch of exhibits enters the country, exhibits from countries such as Egypt, South Korea, India, and Malaysia will also be unveiled successively. In order to improve customs clearance efficiency, Guangzhou Customs (广州海关) has set up convenient channels for the customs clearance of inbound exhibits for the Canton Fair at major ports such as Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (广州白云机场), and has introduced supporting measures such as priority fast processing, online appointment customs clearance, and reduced quarantine approval time, to achieve "immediate inspection and immediate release" of inbound exhibits.
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Currently, as a strategic force leading a new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation, artificial intelligence is profoundly reshaping the global innovation landscape, development paradigms, and human production and lifestyles. At the same time, its widespread application also brings a series of risks and challenges. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) attaches great importance to artificial intelligence governance, emphasizing "it is necessary to grasp the development trends and laws of artificial intelligence, accelerate the formulation and improvement of relevant laws and regulations, policy systems, application norms, and ethical guidelines, and build a technical monitoring, risk early warning, and emergency response system," and "form an artificial intelligence governance framework and standard norms with broad consensus, and continuously improve the safety, reliability, controllability, and fairness of artificial intelligence technology," etc., systematically answering a series of major theoretical and practical questions with overall, forward-looking, and strategic significance, such as why we should strengthen artificial intelligence governance in the new era and how to strengthen artificial intelligence governance, providing fundamental guidance for ensuring that China's artificial intelligence always develops in a beneficial, safe, and fair direction.
Strengthening Artificial Intelligence Governance Under the New Situation is of Great Significance
In the face of the new situation of accelerated iteration of artificial intelligence technology, deep penetration of applications, and complex and intertwined risks, accurately grasping the development trends and laws of artificial intelligence and strengthening artificial intelligence governance are necessary to effectively promote the healthy and orderly development of artificial intelligence in China.
It concerns seizing the strategic initiative in the new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Artificial intelligence is an important driving force for the new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation." Currently, artificial intelligence technology innovation is entering a period of intensive activity, and the industrialization process is accelerating, creating favorable conditions for winning future development opportunities. Major countries in the world are accelerating the development of artificial intelligence, giving rise to new fields and tracks such as intelligent bodies, unmanned driving, embodied intelligence, and intelligent wearable devices, becoming new arenas for changing the business landscape and reshaping the world economy. Strengthening artificial intelligence governance and building a stable, transparent, and predictable governance environment can provide clear rules and guidance for enterprises, research institutions, etc., enabling them to dare to invest and innovate with peace of mind, thereby maximizing the potential for innovation, enhancing the overall effectiveness of the national innovation system, further consolidating the foundation of China's artificial intelligence technology and industrial development, and firmly grasping the strategic initiative in this technological competition.
It concerns promoting high-quality economic and social development in China. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "We must deeply grasp the characteristics of the development of the new generation of artificial intelligence, strengthen the integration of artificial intelligence and industrial development, and provide new impetus for high-quality development." As an important driving force for developing new quality productive forces, artificial intelligence is a key driving force for promoting industrial intelligent upgrading and cultivating new economic growth points. By the end of 2025, China had more than 6,000 artificial intelligence enterprises, forming a complete industrial system from the basic foundation and model framework to industry applications. A number of domestic large models are leading the global ecosystem through open source strategies, promoting artificial intelligence from cutting-edge technology of a few enterprises to inclusive tools that can be easily used by thousands of industries, laying a unique ecological foundation for China to leverage its super-large-scale market and complete industrial system advantages and achieve overtaking on a curve. According to relevant tests, China's basic capabilities of large language models are among the top in the world along with the United States, the gap between the complex reasoning capabilities of models and the United States has been significantly reduced, and the video generation model capabilities continue to lead. In this context, exploring scientific and effective artificial intelligence governance paths can better prevent risks, create a stable policy environment and development expectations, and build a fair, just, healthy, orderly, and vibrant industrial ecosystem, making artificial intelligence truly a powerful engine for driving economic quality and efficiency improvement and comprehensive social progress.
It concerns maintaining national security and social stability. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Improve the artificial intelligence supervision system and mechanism, and firmly grasp the initiative in the development and governance of artificial intelligence." Currently, artificial intelligence security risks are becoming increasingly prominent, showing complexity, systematicness, and pervasiveness. On the one hand, technological development is accompanied by security risks, and the inherent characteristics of artificial intelligence large models increase the difficulty and complexity of security and controllability. Compared with traditional network security, the asymmetry of attack and defense in the field of artificial intelligence security is aggravated, and technical security faces a new situation of "easy to attack and difficult to defend." On the other hand, application extensions derive new security problems. The widespread application of artificial intelligence large models not only brings externality security problems such as application form iteration, open source ecosystem abuse, and software supply chain vulnerabilities, but also triggers multiple levels of secondary risks for individuals, groups, and society. For example, the phenomenon of artificial intelligence anthropomorphic interactive services inducing excessive emotional dependence is high, and the task loss of control and security problems of intelligent bodies are initially revealed. Therefore, strengthening artificial intelligence governance is an inherent requirement for implementing the overall national security concept, and it is necessary to establish and improve a risk prevention and control system covering the entire chain from technology research and development, product application to social impact, to ensure that artificial intelligence is always used to safeguard national interests and the well-being of the people.
It concerns building a community with a shared future for mankind. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Artificial intelligence should be an international public product that benefits all mankind," and "promote all parties to strengthen the alignment and coordination of development strategies, governance rules, and technical standards, and form a global governance framework and standard norms with broad consensus as soon as possible." Currently, artificial intelligence development is at a critical window period of technological leap, application explosion, and governance exploration, and geopolitical turmoil and anti-globalization trends seriously affect global collaboration and sustainable development. Accelerating the promotion of theoretical innovation, institutional innovation, and practical innovation in China's artificial intelligence governance, and actively proposing governance solutions that contain Chinese wisdom and conform to the common interests of all countries in the world, will help build a more fair, reasonable, inclusive, and shared global artificial intelligence governance system, oppose drawing lines based on ideology or building "small yards and high walls," prevent the fragmentation and camp formation of global artificial intelligence governance, demonstrate the responsibility of a major country, and promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.
Strengthening Artificial Intelligence Governance Requires Grasping Several Basic Principles
Effective governance must be guided by scientific concepts and clear principles. To strengthen artificial intelligence governance, it is necessary to take General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important exposition on artificial intelligence governance as a guide and accurately grasp the following basic principles.
Establish a value orientation of intelligent goodness. Strengthening artificial intelligence governance should ensure that the ultimate goal of technological development is to enhance human well-being, promote the all-round development of people, and achieve intelligent goodness. Enhancing human well-being means taking the people's sense of gain, happiness, and security as the measurement standard, ensuring the accessibility of intelligent services for all social groups, and accelerating the bridging of the "digital divide"; promoting the all-round development of people means ensuring that the subjectivity of people is always present, and making artificial intelligence an "amplifier" for expanding human cognitive boundaries and action capabilities. Only by taking people-oriented and intelligent goodness as the value orientation of artificial intelligence governance can we ensure that technological progress does not deviate from human value coordinates, and make artificial intelligence truly a powerful positive energy that serves the people and benefits society.
Implement a systematic thinking of overall consideration. The development and security of artificial intelligence have a high degree of inherent consistency. From the perspective of development, artificial intelligence is not only a strategic technology related to national competitiveness and national security, but also a key general technology for promoting productivity leap, and it is difficult to take the lead and win advantages in fierce international competition without development; from the perspective of security, the risks faced by China's artificial intelligence development have many contact points and fast transmission, and various risks have strong cross-border, correlation, and penetration characteristics, and adhering to the security bottom line can ensure steady and long-term progress in the wave of technological change. To handle the dynamically interdependent relationship between development and security, it is necessary to firmly grasp the initiative in the development and governance of artificial intelligence, proactively build a governance framework that dynamically adapts to the rapid evolution of technology with forward-looking overall planning, holistic planning, and systematic layout, and release innovation vitality within controllable boundaries.
Consolidate the institutional foundation of good law and good governance. Strengthening artificial intelligence governance in accordance with the law is the requirement of the times to comprehensively build a socialist modern country on the track of the rule of law, and can better provide institutional guarantees for the development of artificial intelligence. From the perspective of principle requirements, strengthening artificial intelligence governance in accordance with the law must not only adapt to the new needs brought about by the progress of productivity, but also respond to the new problems accompanying the development of technology and industry, so as to achieve the healthy development of new formats and new models with good law and good governance. From the perspective of practical paths, strengthening artificial intelligence governance in accordance with the law requires grasping the development trends and laws of artificial intelligence, building an institutional system covering high, medium, and low-level laws and regulations, regulatory policies, and technical standards, clarifying the relevant rights and responsibilities boundaries of data, intellectual property rights, and open source models, and coordinating the promotion of legislation, law enforcement, judicial and legal publicity work, truly achieving where technological development goes, the construction of the rule of law will follow.
Innovate agile and dynamic governance models. An inclusive and universal benefit orientation should be implemented throughout the entire process of artificial intelligence governance, promoting the opening and sharing of core resources such as computing power, algorithms, and data, and lowering the threshold for technology application; supporting the construction of open source communities and the opening of public data sets, promoting knowledge diffusion and technology diffusion; guaranteeing the equal participation and development rights of all social groups in the intelligent era, so that the development results of artificial intelligence can better benefit all the people. In response to the complexity and uncertainty of artificial intelligence applications, accelerate the establishment of governance mechanisms that match technological evolution, explore new regulatory methods such as "sandbox supervision" and trigger-based supervision, reduce institutional costs, establish necessary fault tolerance and correction mechanisms for artificial intelligence technologies and applications in the start-up and growth stages, and provide stable expectations for the market.
Promote the Accelerated Implementation of Artificial Intelligence Governance in a Multi-Dimensional and Collaborative Manner
The scientific nature of theory must ultimately be reflected in practical guiding force. To implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important exposition on artificial intelligence governance, a systematic thinking should be used to build an artificial intelligence governance system covering the entire chain of artificial intelligence research and development, deployment, application, and impact.
Consolidate the foundation of data governance. Data is the core element and strategic resource for the development of artificial intelligence, and its quality, scale, and governance level directly determine the depth and breadth of artificial intelligence development. Strengthening data governance aims to break through the key bottlenecks in the process of data elementization and build a safe and trustworthy channel from raw data to intelligent value. China's data resources are large in scale and rich in application scenarios, providing unique advantages for the development of artificial intelligence, but data governance still faces challenges, such as the need to improve the basic quality and supply efficiency of data, the continuous evolution of data security threats, and the pollution of the data ecosystem caused by the abuse of generative technologies. To this end, it is necessary to innovate the market-oriented allocation mechanism and ecosystem of data elements, establish a structural separation system of data property rights; carry out regular data security risk assessments, conduct compliance reviews of various data sources, and improve the effectiveness of training data cleaning; conduct data control by scenario, level, and application, establish a data traceability system, actively respond to the problem of user data protection under new technology forms such as end-cloud collaboration, and consolidate the data foundation for the development of artificial intelligence.
Improve the effectiveness of model governance. Artificial intelligence large models have become the core carrier and capability hub of intelligent systems. The reliability, security, and values of the model itself directly determine the quality and safety of all applications based on it. Therefore, model governance is a key link in the artificial intelligence governance system. Currently, model security faces new challenges. First, the complexity of the model has increased, and new attack methods are difficult to defend, and the patch-style protection idea is not applicable; second, the difficulty of model risk identification is high, and some risk indicators are difficult to quantify; third, with the enhancement of the autonomy of intelligent bodies, they pose a potential threat to the operating order of the physical world and digital space. China has issued documents such as the "Interim Measures for the Management of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services" and the "Measures for the Identification of Artificial Intelligence-Generated Synthetic Content" to promote the registration of algorithms, the safety assessment of large models, and the content identification and other governance measures have achieved positive results. In the next step, a model governance system that combines institutional construction and technological innovation, risk prevention and control, and application empowerment should be built. On the one hand, strengthen the construction of model security capabilities. The construction of artificial intelligence test and verification platforms can be strengthened, support the development of third-party audit, evaluation, and certification institutions, provide services such as model test verification, supply and demand docking, and content identification testing, implement detection capabilities such as model adversarial security, backdoor security, and interpretability, and promote the development and sharing of technologies such as reinforcement tools. On the other hand, a model risk early warning and response mechanism with multi-entity collaboration and linkage can be built. Explore and promote mutual recognition of regulatory results, and unify regulatory requirements and enforcement standards; promote enterprises to regularly submit periodic risk assessment reports, and establish and improve internal monitoring and early warning mechanisms; give full play to the coordinating role of industry organizations, and strengthen tracking and monitoring of the development trends and compliance assessment of industry enterprises.
Optimize the application governance ecosystem. With the in-depth advancement of the "Artificial Intelligence +" action, artificial intelligence is accelerating its transformation from "being able to think" to "being able to do practical work," and application scenarios are continuously expanding. While this liberates and develops productivity, it also leads to the cross-domain integration and systemic spillover characteristics of technology applications, and risks continue to expand and deepen from the virtual digital space to the physical entity space, ethical value categories, etc. To optimize the artificial intelligence application governance ecosystem, a scenario-based and refined governance orientation should be established, abandoning the "one-size-fits-all" regulatory model, and implementing scientific hierarchical and classified management for different application fields and specific application scenarios; focus on clarifying the boundaries of rights and responsibilities under the new form of human-machine collaboration, ensuring that humans always have the final value judgment and control rights at key decision-making nodes, and effectively preventing the substantive harm that may be brought about by technological loss of control; be committed to maintaining a fair and competitive market order, creating an open and inclusive innovation environment, and promoting the opening and sharing of core elements such as computing power, models, and data, so as to achieve the wide coverage and social equity of artificial intelligence dividends.
Refine ethical governance requirements. The ethical governance of artificial intelligence is not only the formulation of technical rules, but also the construction of a value order. From a global perspective, discussions on algorithm fairness, data privacy, and machine responsibility are mostly deeply rooted in the historical and cultural traditions of various countries. The "people-oriented" thought, the spirit of "great virtue carries all things," the concept of "harmony between man and nature," and the method of "holding both ends and using the middle" contained in the excellent traditional Chinese culture provide us with a profound cultural foundation for building a people-oriented and intelligent ethical framework. Integrating excellent traditional Chinese culture into artificial intelligence ethical governance is a key path to forming a governance paradigm with Chinese characteristics and contributing Chinese solutions to the world. Efforts should be made to build the cultural core of artificial intelligence ethical governance, systematically explore the resources of excellent traditional Chinese culture, form a set of artificial intelligence ethical rules system that is in line with the core socialist values, and promote research institutions, enterprises, etc. to transform cultural and ethical concepts into specific technical standards and evaluation tools, and pre-position them in the product development process in various forms.
Strengthen global governance collaboration. Artificial intelligence governance is related to the destiny of all mankind and is a common issue faced by all countries in the world. In recent years, affected by geopolitics, cultural traditions, system differences, etc., the global artificial intelligence governance orientation has undergone profound differentiation. In particular, individual countries have adopted strategies such as de-regulation, de-multilateralization, and export controls, regarding artificial intelligence as a strategic tool for great power competition rather than a common governance object, which has greatly weakened the coordination of global artificial intelligence governance. To this end, it is necessary to actively implement the "Global Artificial Intelligence Governance Initiative" and build an open, fair, and effective governance mechanism, and from the height of being responsible for the progress of human civilization, accelerate the formation of an artificial intelligence governance framework with broad inclusiveness. Firmly safeguard the role of the United Nations in international governance, and on the basis of fully respecting the national sovereignty, legal systems, and cultural traditions of all countries, form an international governance framework and standard norms with broad consensus. Resolutely oppose drawing lines based on ideology or building exclusive groups, and maliciously obstructing the artificial intelligence development of other countries. Advocate and practice true multilateralism, and support developing countries to enhance their artificial intelligence research and development and application capabilities in various ways, ensuring that different regions and different groups fairly obtain and benefit from artificial intelligence technology.
(The author is the President of the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (中国信息通信研究院))
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General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "Formalism and bureaucracy are prominent contradictions and problems existing within the Party at present, and are major enemies hindering the implementation of the Party's line, principles, policies, and the Party Central Committee's major decisions and deployments," and solemnly pointed out: "Some places require everything to leave a trace, treating 'traces' as 'achievements'." "Traces" are records of the work process, and leaving traces is conducive to traceability and supervision, which is originally an auxiliary means to grasp implementation. However, a few places and departments regard the thickness of account books as effectiveness, taking photos as implementation, and meeting records as achievements. This practice treats means as ends and processes as results, which is a manifestation of a misplaced view of performance.
How does the trend of excessive trace-leaving arise? From the perspective of ideological roots, some Party members and cadres have a weak sense of purpose and a distorted view of performance, treating trace-leaving as a "liability waiver" to avoid responsibility. From the perspective of assessment orientation, some superior departments over-rely on easily quantifiable "visible achievements" indicators such as account books, equating the completeness of materials with the implementation of work, forcing grassroots levels to "engage in empty work" in piles of materials, replacing the effectiveness of results with the completeness of processes. From the perspective of inertial evolution, when "trace-leaving" becomes a kind of path dependence, the strange phenomenon of "trace-leaving for the sake of trace-leaving" will appear. If there are no photos, they will be retaken; if there are no records, they will be rewritten, constantly fueling the unhealthy trend of excessive trace-leaving, and ultimately forgetting the original intention of the work, forgetting the expectations of the masses, and forgetting their own mission.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "The essence of formalism is subjectivism and utilitarianism, and the root cause is a misplaced view of performance and a lack of a sense of responsibility, replacing solid implementation with a vigorous form, and covering up contradictions and problems with a bright and beautiful appearance." Formalism in traces is more harmful and concealed. For grassroots cadres, it hinders the hands and feet of practical work. Some grassroots cadres are busy "creating traces," and the time and energy to listen to the voices of the people, observe the conditions of the people, and solve the problems of the people are squeezed, and the enthusiasm for doing things is also dispelled. For the relationship between the Party and the masses, it widens the distance between cadres and the masses. When problems are reflected many times but only account books are seen without action, the trust of the masses will be overdrawn in repeated "trace-leaving." For scientific decision-making, it conceals the real situation. Over-reliance on trace assessment often leads to superiors learning about information that has been "packaged" and seeing "bonsai" rather than "real scenery," which may lead to inaccurate decisions and ineffective implementation. For the development of the cause, it wastes administrative resources without truly solving practical problems.
Facts have repeatedly proved that those "traces" that are only written on paper and exist in cabinets will eventually be submerged by time; only those "real achievements" that are engraved in the hearts of the masses and printed on the trajectory of development will be remembered by history. From Jiao Yulu (焦裕禄) to Gu Wenchang (谷文昌), from Kong Fansen (孔繁森) to Liao Junbo (廖俊波), people remember not how many account books and records they left, but how many problems they solved for the masses and how much well-being they brought.
To correct the deviation of the view of performance that "assesses performance based on traces," it is necessary to grasp three sets of relationships. Grasp the relationship between means and ends. Trace-leaving is a means, and implementation is the end. Means can serve the end, but cannot replace the end. Therefore, necessary trace-leaving should be retained, but it must be clear that trace-leaving is for better implementation, not for trace-leaving for the sake of trace-leaving. Grasp the relationship between process and result. Process and result are interdependent, but the completeness of the process does not equal the effectiveness of the result. Some work processes are vigorous and the account books are full, but the result is 雨过地皮湿 (yǔ guò dì pí shī - "rain over the ground is wet," things are only done superficially), and the problems remain the same. The real achievements are to make the tightly locked brows of the masses relax, to clear the blockages and pain points of development, and to implement the promised practical things for the people. "A gold cup or a silver cup is not as good as the people's reputation," the real achievements are not in pictures or records, but in the hearts of the people. Grasp the relationship between form and content. Form serves content, and form also has a counter-effect on content. When the form is too complicated, it will squeeze the space of the content, and even swallow the content.
Do not regard "traces" as "achievements," and it is more necessary to exert efforts from the institutional level. On the one hand, improve the performance evaluation system, make good use of the assessment baton, reduce the weight of "trace-leaving" materials, and increase the proportion of effectiveness indicators. For example, further clarify the scope of necessary trace materials, cancel "check-in" photos and account book requirements that have no substantial meaning; take mass satisfaction and problem-solving rates as core assessment indicators; implement differentiated assessments for different fields and different levels to avoid 一刀切 (yī dāo qiē - "one knife cut," a one-size-fits-all approach). On the other hand, unblock channels for mass supervision, so that mass evaluation becomes an important basis for assessment. At the same time, increase the efforts to rectify formalism, and hold accountable those who "create traces" to welcome inspections and engage in fraud.
Performance lies in serving the people, in practical work, and in effectiveness; traces have value only when they serve reality and fit reality. Party members and cadres must establish and practice a correct view of performance, resolutely correct the deviation of "assessing performance based on traces," shake off the burden of "lenses," get out of the siege of "materials," truly sink to the places where contradictions and problems are concentrated, and go to the places where the masses need them most, and truly achieve performance with practical work.
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General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must adhere to preventing and resolving major safety risks at the source, and truly solve problems when they are just budding and before they become disasters." The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposes: "Improve the public safety system, promote the transformation of the public safety governance model to proactive prevention, and earnestly safeguard the lives and property of the people." Promoting the transformation of the public safety governance model to proactive prevention requires not only changes in methods and links, but also the reshaping of governance logic and capacity structure, and the transformation of public safety governance from "end-of-pipe emergency response" to "source prevention, shifting the focus forward, and systematic disaster reduction."
China's development is in a period where strategic opportunities and risk challenges coexist, and uncertain and unpredictable factors are increasing. The overall public safety situation is stable but locally severe, with prominent hidden dangers. Extreme weather events occur frequently, key infrastructure such as energy, transportation, and communication are closely linked, and the safety of urban lifeline systems urgently needs to be improved. New risks caused by data and algorithms are intertwined and superimposed with traditional disasters, presenting composite, chain-like, and amplifying characteristics. If public safety governance is still mainly based on "post-event handling," it is easy to fall into a passive cycle of "risk accumulation - accident outbreak - governance catch-up." Promoting the transformation of the public safety governance model to proactive prevention is an inevitable requirement to adapt to the evolution of risks and promote governance upgrades, and can make safety a "first move" for development. This transformation is not simply increasing inspections, but embedding safety requirements into the entire chain of planning, construction, production, operation, and service, forming a systematic capacity that is institutionalized, normalized, and measurable. Its core meanings are threefold: first, to support high-quality development with inherent safety, integrating it into all processes and links of development, and eliminating or reducing dangerous factors at the source; second, to meet the people's expectations for high-quality safety with the hard standard of "fewer accidents, no major accidents" and the hard ability of "early detection, effective avoidance"; and third, to expand the space for prevention with digitalization and intelligence, shifting from "experience judgment" to "data-driven, model-enabled," and achieving risk visibility, measurability, and controllability.
Improve the risk governance system to consolidate the foundation for shifting the focus forward. The key role of system design lies in reducing the generation of risks and the accumulation of hidden dangers at the source through pre-set constraints, rigid norms, and routine mechanisms. It is necessary to form a closed loop of systems with "red lines in planning, thresholds in construction, standards in operation, and handles in supervision," and to place risk assessment in advance in links such as land and space planning and major project approval. Improve the "risk list - hidden danger list - responsibility list - rectification list" four-list management, and implement zoned and classified management of high-risk industries, old communities, underground spaces, gas pipelines, old bridges and tunnels, etc. Improve laws and regulations related to emergencies and supporting systems, accelerate the revision of emergency and industry safety standards, and consolidate the effectiveness of proactive prevention with legalization, standardization, and accountability. For example, the Beijing (北京市) Emergency Management Bureau issued the "Beijing (北京市) Emergency Plan Management Measures" to build an emergency plan system covering the city, districts, and townships (streets), and strengthen the institutional guarantee for the entire process of emergency management. In addition, it is necessary to strictly implement the principle of "the Party and government share the same responsibility, one position has dual responsibilities, everyone participates and manages together, and those who neglect their duties are held accountable," consolidate the "three management and three musts," and establish a responsibility chain of "whoever approves is responsible, whoever operates is responsible, and whoever supervises is responsible," so that every preventive measure has a clear responsible entity, time limit requirements, and supervision path.
Improve the monitoring and early warning system to achieve early identification and early disposal of risks. Weaving a dense monitoring and early warning network is essentially extending the tentacles of risk perception to the entire domain and all times, and placing the response link before the occurrence of accidents, providing support for scientific decision-making, precise prevention and control, intelligent response, and efficient linkage. It is possible to integrate data from meteorology, hydrology, geology, ocean, fire protection, transportation, energy, communication, etc., to build a comprehensive monitoring and early warning platform for public safety with "one map overview, one network coordination, and integrated linkage," strengthen data governance and model supply, and improve the ability to identify extreme scenarios and deduce chain risks. For example, the urban lifeline system in Changsha (长沙), Hunan (湖南) converges and integrates the city's spatiotemporal foundation, planning and control, and other data resources, and achieves efficient management and accurate forecasting of risks in the fields of urban waterlogging and gas through the construction of early warning models, effectively improving risk prevention and control capabilities. Improve the early warning response mechanism and improve the early warning "call-response" mechanism and evacuation and transfer plans. It is possible to explore new ways to make early warnings accurate to the grid, to the community, and to the family, improve the efficiency of early warning information transmission, and achieve the synergistic efforts of "human defense + technical defense."
Enhance the emergency management capabilities at the grassroots level and build a solid safety foundation. The grassroots level is the load-bearing layer of the prevention system. If the grassroots capacity is strong, prevention will have a focus; if the grassroots mechanism is smooth, prevention will have a stabilizer. Counties, villages, and communities are the front lines for early identification, early reporting, and early disposal of risks. It is necessary to improve the working mechanism of "normalized inspection - direct reporting - preliminary disposal - rapid linkage" and promote the organic connection between grid management and professional support. Improve facilities such as community emergency service stations, miniature fire stations, and evacuation sites, promote simple and effective tools such as "emergency broadcasting loudspeakers" and "call-response terminals," and improve the public's ability to self-rescue and mutual rescue and the efficiency of organization and mobilization. For example, in the process of responding to Typhoon Danas No. 4 in 2025, Cangnan County (苍南县), Wenzhou (温州), Zhejiang (浙江) relied on the emergency broadcasting system to release early warning information at high frequencies, and linked grassroots flood control personnel to accurately carry out mass transfer work, achieving safe evacuation of personnel in geological disaster risk areas. It is necessary to give full play to the role of grassroots cadres, grid members, the public, and social organizations, and to unite all parties to comprehensively improve the level of mass prevention and mass governance.
Use digital technology to empower and increase the efficiency of prevention, and improve the accuracy and efficiency of prevention. The significance of technological empowerment lies not only in improving the speed of risk perception and the efficiency of disposal, but also in promoting the transformation of public safety governance from experience-led to data-supported, from post-event response to pre-event deduction, and from decentralized disposal to collaborative governance, so that "visible, calculable, adjustable, and controllable" becomes the norm. It is necessary to promote the construction of digital twins and online perception systems for key infrastructure, key enterprises, and important scenarios, and carry out equipment health diagnosis and predictive maintenance; build a "risk map" across regions and industries, use scenario-based models to review historical events, deduce extreme situations, and test the availability of plans; improve the aggregation and compliant circulation of safety data elements, give play to the market mechanism role of insurance and reinsurance in disaster reduction and prevention, and explore institutional arrangements that emphasize both disaster risk sharing and incentive constraints. For example, Zhongwei City (中卫市), Ningxia (宁夏) has built a city operation data base and a full-coverage Internet of Things perception system to conduct safety monitoring of high-risk areas and safety-sensitive areas in the entire region, achieving effective control of the city's overall operation status and risks.
(The author is a researcher at the Institute of Social Governance and Development, Tsinghua University (清华大学)).
Return to TopBy: 闽北日报记者 裴礼辉 银川日报记者 闫 茜
During the Qingming Festival, in the wolfberry gardens of Zhongning County (中宁县), Ningxia (宁夏), the newly sprouted branches are covered with drooping, rice-grain-sized flower buds.
Thousands of miles away, in Tongmu Pass (桐木关), Wuyishan City (武夷山市), Fujian (福建), tea buds stand upright and plump on clusters of tea trees.
Two leaves, originally separated by more than 2,000 kilometers, were strangers to each other. In May 2023, with the official launch of the wolfberry black tea research and development project in the two regions, Ningxia's wolfberry leaves and Wuyishan's black tea met.
In Ningxia, the utilization rate of wolfberry leaves was once less than 1%. In this regard, Qi Wei (祁伟), chief expert of Ningxia's modern wolfberry industry technology, said bluntly: "In the past, they were basically used as feed or waste, just scraps in the industry."
The turning point came from the Minning Collaboration (闽宁协作). Fujian tea companies brought the tea-making technology of Lapsang Souchong (正山小种) to Ningxia, turning wolfberry leaves into treasure.
A wolfberry leaf supplier in Zhongning (中宁) gave the reporter an account: Fujian tea companies set picking standards—wolfberry leaves 5 to 9 centimeters long, selecting only spring buds and autumn tender leaves. "Wolfberry leaves used to be wasted, but now they can be sold for money, increasing income by more than 2,000 yuan per mu per year." Every harvest season, this supplier and the villagers pick according to the standards, and the company purchases them on-site. The utilization rate of wolfberry leaves has increased from less than 1% to about 80%. Qi Wei (祁伟) said that this has achieved "full plant utilization and full plant value increase" for wolfberry.
The development of wolfberry black tea has also spawned a new industrial track. "We have accelerated the research and development of new varieties of wolfberry for leaf use," Qi Wei (祁伟) introduced. Currently, several new varieties of wolfberry for leaf use have been produced, and in Ningxia alone, five new varieties of wolfberry for leaf use have obtained plant variety protection rights this year. From variety breeding and planting to production management, a systematic industrial development model is taking shape. Local standards for the cultivation of wolfberry for leaf use have been issued, and local standards for wolfberry black tea are also being promoted.
Many years ago, Jiang Yuanxun (江元勋), a representative inheritor of the Lapsang Souchong (正山小种) black tea making technique and founder of Zhengshantang Tea Industry Co., Ltd. (正山堂茶业有限责任公司), came to Ningxia and, with the Minning Collaboration (闽宁协作) as an opportunity, worked with Zhang Shirong (张时荣), chairman of Ningxia Wisdom Palace Group (宁夏智慧宫集团), to jointly promote the cross-border integration of wolfberry and tea.
Relying on the Minning Collaboration (闽宁协作) mechanism, the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region Forestry and Grassland Bureau (宁夏回族自治区林业和草原局) provided full support, coordination, and promotion. Jiang Yuanxun's (江元勋) son, Jiang Zhidong (江志东), chairman of Zhengshantang Company (正山堂公司), led the research and development team responsible for black tea technology and product development, going deep into eight counties in Ningxia, carefully selecting from 16 wolfberry varieties; Wisdom Palace Group (智慧宫集团) leveraged its local resource advantages, and the two sides jointly worked hard for the research and development of wolfberry black tea.
The initial experiments were not smooth.
The tea-making team picked wolfberry leaves and carried out withering, kneading, fermentation, and baking according to the black tea process. When the first batch of samples came out, everyone frowned after tasting them—the grassy taste of the wolfberry leaves was too strong, completely covering the aroma of the black tea. The tea masters did not give up, repeatedly adjusting the process, and finally used the method of full fermentation plus stir-frying to slowly remove the grassy taste, and the mellow flavor of the black tea finally emerged.
In 2024, wolfberry black tea was officially launched. In 2025, several flagship products such as pure wolfberry leaf substitute tea and compound flavored tea were launched, with sales reaching six to seven million yuan that year.
The significance of wolfberry black tea goes far beyond a new product. "It deeply integrates the intangible cultural heritage craftsmanship of Wuyi black tea with the natural resources of Ningxia wolfberry leaves, breaking through the category boundaries of traditional tea products," said Qiu Min (邱敏), Deputy Mayor of Wuyishan City (武夷山市). "This provides a model for the integrated development of the tea industry and other characteristic agriculture."
This is just a microcosm of the Minning Collaboration (闽宁协作).
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Minning Collaboration (闽宁协作). "Just like wolfberry black tea, the two leaves are linked by the deep friendship between mountains and seas of the 30-year Minning Collaboration (闽宁协作)," said Jiang Zhidong (江志东).
According to statistics, Fujian (福建) has cumulatively coordinated more than 7 billion yuan in aid funds to Ningxia (宁夏), implemented more than 4,000 projects, and built 12 Minning industrial parks. Nearly 6,000 Fujian (福建) enterprises have taken root in Ningxia (宁夏), and nearly 150,000 Fujian (福建) people have come to Ningxia (宁夏) to work and live; similarly, nearly 50,000 Ningxia (宁夏) people have found employment, started businesses, married, and settled down in Fujian (福建). The "dry sand beach" of Minning Town (闽宁镇) in those days has now become a "golden sand beach" with thriving industries and a good life. Yanchi Tan Sheep (盐池滩羊), Zhongning Wolfberry (中宁枸杞), Xiji Potatoes (西吉马铃薯)... one characteristic industry after another is growing vigorously. Juncao technology (菌草技术) and "Southern Fruits Grown in the North" ("南果北种") these experiences brought by Fujian (福建) have also taken root in the land of Ningxia (宁夏).
The story of wolfberry black tea is a story of two leaves driving industrial development, a story of mountains and seas depending on each other and working together for win-win results, and even more a story of east-west collaboration moving towards deeper and higher quality development in the context of comprehensive rural revitalization.
This story between mountains and seas is still being written.
Return to TopBy: 闵方正
Visiting ancient sites and tracing historical footprints has now become a favorite pastime for many young people. A post-2000s student at Nanjing Forestry University (南京林业大学) has been visiting ancient sites since high school, walking through many national key cultural relics protection units and checking in at more than 1,600 museums. By seeking out ancient cities, ancient buildings, and historical sites, young people are using their footsteps to measure historical culture.
The upsurge in visiting ancient sites is a reflection of cultural confidence taking root and sprouting in young people. The popularity of "Black Myth: Wukong" has made Shanxi (山西) culture and tourism "go viral," and the TV series "The Peaceful Years" has brought popularity to the niche "national treasure" Southern Tang Mausoleums (南唐二陵) in Nanjing (南京)... A batch of games, film and television, and cultural expo variety show products have creatively transformed and innovatively developed outstanding traditional Chinese culture, bringing young people closer to history and driving the development of "research-style tourism."
In addition to their love of history, there are also emotional needs behind young people's visits to ancient sites. From "reading their books" to "seeing their people," young people are no longer satisfied with the historical narratives in textbooks, but are actively rushing to ancient ruins and sites, allowing historical culture to change from words into a real experience that is "related to me" and can be touched.
Data shows that the younger generation has become the main force in Guochao (国潮) consumption. In 2025, the market size of Hanfu (汉服) in China will exceed 20 billion yuan; in the non-heritage related consumption of a certain e-commerce platform, the post-90s and post-00s contributed more than 60% of the share. This shows that young people are willing to pay for cultural identity and emotional value. For the cultural tourism industry, this is both an opportunity and a test—how should cultural tourism in various places create new scenarios that meet the consumption needs of young people? Many places have already tasted the sweetness, such as the Luoyang Ancient Tomb Museum (洛阳古墓博物馆) in Henan (河南), which has created an immersive fantasy tour. This type of attempt to combine immersive experiences with local history and culture is a way to solve the problem.
In the final analysis, when young people visit ancient sites, they are not only visiting historical figures, but also cultural roots; they are not only looking for ancient sites, but also spiritual homes. Only by understanding the "emotional code" of young people and truly integrating cultural heritage into contemporary life, and only by running in both directions with young people to revitalize lasting vitality, can the cultural tourism industry seize opportunities and 行稳致远 (xíng wěn zhì yuǎn - "go steadily and far," to proceed steadily and achieve long-term goals) in this upsurge.
Return to TopThe high-speed rail mileage in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region has more than doubled in 12 years.
Shijiazhuang, Hebei Daily, April 8 (Fang Suju (方素菊), Zheng Yang (郑杨)) Data from China Railway Beijing Bureau Group Co., Ltd. (中国铁路北京局集团有限公司) shows that in the 12 years since the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei coordinated development strategy was proposed, the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei railway network layout has continued to be optimized. The total high-speed rail mileage in the region has increased from 1,284 kilometers at the end of 2013 to 2,675 kilometers at the end of 2025, an increase of more than one time.
The Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region takes the Beijing-Tianjin axis, Beijing-Xiong'an (Shi) axis, Beijing-Tangshan axis, and Tianjin-Xiong'an axis as its framework, connecting Taiyuan (太原), Zhengzhou (郑州), Jinan (济南), Shenyang (沈阳), Hohhot (呼和浩特) and other 8 directions of the "four-axis and eight-radial" railway network layout gradually formed. The Beijing-Xiong'an-Tianjin-Baoding "0.5 to 1 hour traffic circle" is firmly established, and the 2-hour access traffic circle between major cities is basically completed.
Inner Mongolia's first key laboratory for underground space energy storage unveiled.
Eerduosi, Inner Mongolia Daily, April 8 (Reporter Hao Xuelian (郝雪莲)) A few days ago, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Underground Space Energy Storage Key Laboratory was unveiled in Eerduosi City (鄂尔多斯市). This is the first autonomous region-level key laboratory in Inner Mongolia (内蒙古自治区) focusing on underground energy storage. In the future, it will rely on the abandoned mine resources of coal enterprises to focus on tackling key technologies such as gravity energy storage, compressed air energy storage, and pumped water storage, and explore the transformation of abandoned roadways into energy storage facilities to help solve the problem of new energy consumption.
Shaanxi Post-00s Writers Symposium Held
Xi'an, Shaanxi Daily, April 8 (Reporter Shi Nian (师念)) A few days ago, the Shaanxi Post-00s Writers Symposium, hosted by the Shaanxi Provincial Youth Literature Association (陕西省青年文学协会) and Xi'an International Studies University (西安外国语大学), was held. Eighteen post-00s writers and literary seniors gathered to conduct in-depth exchanges on the current situation and future of young writers' creations, injecting new thinking into the inheritance and development of Shaanxi (陕西) literature.
Xinjiang Live E-commerce Association Established
Urumqi, Xinjiang Daily, April 8 (Reporter Hei Hongwei (黑宏伟)) Recently, the Xinjiang Live E-commerce Association (新疆直播电商协会) was established, marking a new stage in which the Xinjiang (新疆) live e-commerce industry has moved from "spontaneous growth" to "standardized aggregation," building a digital bridge for "good products leaving Xinjiang and high-quality products entering Xinjiang." According to statistics, during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, the growth of online retail sales through live streaming in Xinjiang exceeded two times.
Zhedong Canal Museum Joins Global Network of Water Museums
Shaoxing, this newspaper, April 8 (Correspondent Chen Nan (陈楠)) Recently, the Zhedong Canal Museum (浙东运河博物馆) in Shaoxing City (绍兴市), Zhejiang (浙江) officially joined the Global Network of Water Museums, becoming another Chinese water culture institution to join the international organization after the China Water Museum (中国水利博物馆), the Yellow River Museum (黄河博物馆), and the Yangtze River Civilization Museum (长江文明馆). Since its opening in 2023, the museum has received more than one million visitors.
2026 Asian University Dragon Boat Championship to be held
Liaocheng, this newspaper, April 8 (Correspondent Wang Peiyuan (王培源)) The 2026 Asian University Dragon Boat Championship will be held in Liaocheng City (聊城市), Shandong (山东) from May 24 to 26. The competition events for this competition include men's, women's, and mixed groups of 12-person dragon boats for 200-meter, 500-meter straight races, and 2000-meter round-the-buoy races.
Return to TopStrolling through the streets of Shanghai, one finds various distinctive street-front shops, filled with a vibrant atmosphere of life.
Within these small shops, Shanghai's local customs are hidden, witnessing the harmonious coexistence of urban prosperity and human warmth.
All of the above photos were taken by Xinhua News Agency reporter Xing Guangli (邢广利).
Return to TopBy: 新华社记者 王镜宇
Around 12:00 noon on April 2nd, the playground of Beijing Fengtai Foreign Language School (北京丰台区外国语学校) was a scene of bustling activity.
On the playground, about twenty students were playing soccer. On the nearby track, a physical education teacher was leading a dozen children in practicing Yingge dance. The open space around the playground and along the school's perimeter wall was divided into several sports areas, where children were playing volleyball, table tennis, and badminton, while others were playing beanbag, throwing frisbees, and rolling iron hoops. On the other side of the playground were several basketball courts, where some children were playing basketball and others were doing dribbling relay games.
Liu Zhongyi (刘忠毅), the principal of Fengtai Foreign Language School (丰台区外国语学校), said that in order to implement the educational philosophy of "health first," the school has made detailed arrangements for sunny midday activities. By dividing the playground into activity areas and making full use of the space, it allows about 1,000 students from 7 grades and 27 classes to participate in a variety of sports at the same time. "Our playground is not very big, but the space has been used effectively," he said.
In order to allow children to experience different sports and take into account the fun of the activities, Principal Liu (刘校长) also asked the physical education teaching and research group to create a project rotation schedule, so that each class can participate in different sports projects on a weekly rotation. "Children all love to play, and fun sports are good sports education," Principal Liu (刘校长) said.
Principal Liu (刘校长) believes that in order for children to develop exercise habits, the influence and companionship of parents are crucial. Since 2022, the school has been trying to open the sports field to the public. As long as parents bring their children and register basic information, they can come to the school playground to participate in activities during the opening hours. This open policy is not only for students of the school, but also for children living nearby. "Opening the school sports field is a small matter, but **健康第一** (jiàn kāng dì yī - "health first," health is the most important thing). We are willing to do more small things that are beneficial to health," Principal Liu (刘校长) said.
(According to Xinhua News Agency (新华社))
Return to TopBy: 新华社记者 夏 天
To address the temporary and transitional housing difficulties faced by young people seeking employment and starting businesses, Haikou (海口市) and Sanya (三亚市) in Hainan (海南) Province began to gradually explore the "Youth驿站" talent service model in 2021. This year, the "Hainan Youth (Talent) Dream Building驿站 Construction" has been included in the provincial livelihood projects.
Pang Yuhan (庞语涵), from Hebei (河北), is about to graduate from tourism management. Sanya (三亚) is her first choice for employment. After receiving an interview notice, she applied to stay at the Sanya (三亚) Bolai Resort Hotel驿站 located in the city center. "After the first interview, I received a call from the local Communist Youth League committee asking about the progress. Staff from the Employment Bureau also recommended suitable positions for me to interview for, so I applied for an extension."
To help young people better integrate into the city, some驿站 have prepared "check-in gift packs," such as talent policies and industry promotion guides, or introduced training such as artificial intelligence skills and interview guidance offered by "Youth Night Schools." Currently, 66 Youth驿站 and 1,158 beds across Hainan (海南) Province are being launched one after another, allowing young people to come, stay, live safely, and succeed in the Hainan Free Trade Port.
(According to Xinhua News Agency (新华社))
Return to TopBy: 本报通讯员 陆华勇
Huang Chunli (黄春理), a villager in Zhaimi Village (寨密村), Chengzhong Town (城中镇), Ningming County (宁明县), Chongzuo City (崇左市), Guangxi (广西), has 10 mu of paddy fields. With the arrival of the spring plowing season, she lightly tapped her phone screen a few times to complete the reservation for spring plowing machinery.
Soon, nearby agricultural machinery operators came to her door to provide services. "'Didi Agricultural Machinery' is so convenient!" Huang Chunli (黄春理) said. In previous years, finding agricultural machinery for spring plowing required making phone calls and sending messages to make reservations. When the agricultural machinery operators were busy, she had to wait for scheduling. Now, with the "Didi Agricultural Machinery" platform, she can reserve nearby agricultural machinery operation services like "hailing a taxi," directly reaching the fields for precise operations.
Opening the mini-program, one can see that corresponding search functions have been set up for all links in the entire process of agricultural production. Under each operation type, the operator's location, expertise, and tractor driving experience are clearly searchable. Ruan Huijie (阮慧杰), head of the Chunlaihao Agricultural Machinery Professional Cooperative (春来好农机专业合作社) in Ningming County (宁明县), said that the cooperative's early rice seedling orders exceeded 3,720 mu, of which more than 2,200 mu were reserved through the "Didi Agricultural Machinery" platform. "In the past, farmers had to look for agricultural machinery everywhere. Now, through the platform's precise services, it saves time, effort, and is highly efficient!"
Return to TopBy: 本报通讯员 熊婷婷
"Choose your favorite books online, have them delivered directly to your home, and it's free." Recently, Liu Xinjia (刘新佳), a resident of Taiping Town (太平镇), Wanli Management Bureau (湾里管理局), Nanchang (南昌) City, Jiangxi (江西) Province, selected a set of children's literature books through the Nanchang City Library's (南昌市图书馆) "You Choose, I Pay" reader recommendation platform. The books were delivered to her home in less than a week after submitting the order.
The "You Choose, I Pay" model is simple and convenient to operate. Taking the Nanchang City Library (南昌市图书馆) as an example, readers can participate with their library card. After selecting the books, the library pays for them and mails them to the reader's home, with a borrowing period of 30 days.
"In the past, the borrowing model was that readers borrowed whatever the library purchased. Now, the library buys whatever books the readers want to read according to the list," said Chen Min (陈敏), director of the Publicity and Culture and Tourism Office of the Wanli Management Bureau (湾里管理局宣传和文化旅游办公室).
Nanchang (南昌) City has also uniformly incorporated "You Choose, I Pay" into the city's public library alliance's unified borrowing and return system. Whether readers select books online or offline, they can return them at any of the 111 Ruzi Study Rooms (孺子书房) in the city when returning the books.
Return to TopBy: 贵州日报记者 杨 聪
On April 3rd, just as dawn was breaking, the courtyard of tea farmer Feng Ying's (冯英) home in Shangyan Village (上堰村), Pingyuan Town (平原镇), Dejiang County (德江县), Tongren City (铜仁市), Guizhou (贵州) was already bustling with activity. More than 50 tea pickers got up one after another, hurriedly ate breakfast, and then carried their bamboo baskets to the tea mountain.
"I've been here for a week, staying at Lao Feng's (老冯) house, waiting to go back after this season's tea is picked." Li Zixia (李子霞) from Wuchuan Gelao and Miao Autonomous County (务川仡佬族苗族自治县), Zunyi City (遵义市), is one of the more than 50 "lodgers" at Feng Ying's (冯英) house. For three consecutive years, when the spring tea picking season arrives, she has come here to stay for more than a month: "I pick seven or eight catties a day, with food and lodging provided."
There are 210 households of villagers in Shangyan Village (上堰村) who grow tea, with tea gardens exceeding 4,000 mu, and 9 tea processing factories have been built. Every year during the spring tea picking season, thousands of tea pickers from neighboring areas arrive as scheduled. Mu Xiaotao (牟晓涛), the village Party branch secretary, pointed to the vehicles parked along the road and said, "It is estimated that there are more than 2,000 tea pickers on the tea mountain today, and the cars they drive can line up for a kilometer."
Lao Feng (老冯) was the first in the village to grow tea. Over the past 10 years, he has built a processing plant, established a company, and created his own brand.
As the scale of tea planting increased, finding tea pickers became difficult, especially in Dejiang County (德江县), where the tea planting area reached 160,000 mu. Lao Feng's (老冯) thousands of mu of tea gardens require at least 1,000 tea pickers to ensure the tea leaves are harvested. "To attract workers and retain workers, we must treat them sincerely," said Feng Ying (冯英). For those nearby, we provide transportation, lunch, and insurance; for those from afar, we provide free food and lodging; for those who come by bus or car, we reimburse their travel expenses according to the standard.
Around noon, Feng Ying (冯英) delivered boxed lunches to the tea mountain. On the tea mountain, workers lined up to be weighed and recorded. Li Zixia (李子霞) picked nearly 5 catties of tea leaves in the morning. She said, "After weighing this afternoon, I can get the money."
It is understood that the total tea area in Pingyuan Town (平原镇) reaches 17,000 mu, and in the 14 specialized tea-growing villages, there are tens of thousands of tea pickers active on the tea mountains every day.
Return to TopBy: 重庆日报记者 吴 刚
In the early morning of March 29th, at the World Superbike Championship (WSBK) World SSP event held at the Portimão Circuit in Portugal, Zhangxue Racing Team swept the championships in both rounds, achieving a double victory in a single event.
In Chongqing (重庆), Zuo Zongshen (左宗申), Chairman of Zongshen Industrial Group Co., Ltd. (宗申产业集团有限公司), stared intently at the replay video of the finish line on his phone, remaining silent for a long time. In 2002, the China Zongshen Team (中国宗申车队) he led won the annual overall championship in the World Motorcycle Endurance Championship, achieving a breakthrough for Chinese motorcycles on the world stage.
At that time, China's motorcycle industry was still in its infancy. To ensure that the race car could "survive" under continuous high loads for 24 hours, the team had to seek support from all sides. The engine base was painstakingly crafted domestically, shock absorbers had to be purchased from Italy, brakes had to be sourced from Japan, and even the slightest adjustments to the frame had to be entrusted to foreign teams for a hefty fee. Now, Zhang Xue (张雪) no longer needs that "pieced-together map" from back then. This Chinese race car is roaring on the track at an extreme high RPM of over 15,000, unleashing 153.6 horsepower.
"Behind Zhangxue Racing's victory is the reshaping of Chongqing's motorcycle industry's supporting radius, and even more so, the underpinning of the strength of China's advanced manufacturing industry as a whole," said Li Yao (李耀), Chairman of Loncin General Power Co., Ltd. (隆鑫通用动力股份有限公司).
In Chongqing (重庆), what supports Zhang Xue (张雪) is a vast ecosystem with a local supporting rate of over 90%. "If you take out a drawing of a non-standard part, you can open a mold and make a sample without leaving the park; for tens of thousands of metal fatigue tests, there are mature test benches running day and night," said Li Yao (李耀).
To break through the 15,000 RPM performance limit of that three-cylinder engine, Zhang Xue (张雪) turned his attention to the entire country, playing the role of "chain leader," driving China's top supply chain to sprint to the extreme. For example, the component tolerance of top foreign race cars is generally 0.05 millimeters, but Zhangxue Racing directly reduced it to 0.03 millimeters, which is the result of the efforts of high-precision crankshaft suppliers in Shandong (山东) and Jiangsu (江苏); in order to withstand the high temperature of 850 degrees Celsius inside the engine and reduce weight by half, the valves directly adopted the titanium alloy advanced materials from Jihua Laboratory (季华实验室) in Guangdong (广东).
"Today, being able to achieve full-chain domestic production is underpinned by the rise of the entire Made in China," said Zuo Zongshen (左宗申).
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By: 本报记者 姚雪青
The new elevators are bright and quiet, electric bicycles will automatically trigger an alarm when entering, and there is a "pet button" to remind people outside to be careful." Taking the brand-new elevator downstairs to bask in the sun, Cheng Qihua (程启华), a resident of Yadongcheng East District (亚东城东区), Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道), Qixia District (栖霞区), Nanjing (南京), Jiangsu Province (江苏省), couldn't help but sigh, "The policy is good, the cadres are doing practical things, and now it is safer and more convenient to travel."
But just over a year ago, the residents of the community were suffering from frequent failures of the 75 old elevators. The residents were looking forward to the renovation, and the grassroots cadres were anxious to solve the problem, but the handling of this practical matter for the people experienced some twists and turns.
The Dilemma of Elevator Renovation
"In the same community, why should the buildings built later be renovated first?"
Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道) is located in the urban area that Nanjing (南京) gradually developed and constructed starting in 2002. As the age of the buildings in the subdistrict increased, elevator failures occurred frequently. However, elevator maintenance costs were high, with a main board costing tens of thousands of yuan, and residents also had different opinions on using the community maintenance fund, so elevator renovation became an urgent wish of the residents.
In 2024, the state issued a policy to support the renovation of elevators in old communities with ultra-long-term special treasury bonds. Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道) organized the reporting of elevators in old communities under its jurisdiction that had been in service for more than 15 years, covering a total of 75 elevators in Phases I, II, and III of Yadongcheng East District (亚东城东区).
In October 2024, the list of ultra-long-term special treasury bonds supporting elevator renovation was released. Ou Lixiang (欧立祥), Secretary of the Party Working Committee of Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道), was very happy to see that 36 elevators in Phase III of Yadongcheng East District (亚东城东区) were on the list. But unexpectedly, after the news was publicized, it was met with questions and accusations from residents.
"In the same community, why should the buildings built later be renovated first?" "Is there special treatment for Phase III?" Residents of Phases I and II complained one after another, "If the renovation is not synchronized, we will never agree to the construction of Phase III." Liu Mingzhe (刘明哲), a 77-year-old resident of Phase II, represented everyone in seeking an explanation from the subdistrict.
After learning about the situation from the District Housing and Construction Bureau (区住建局), Ou Lixiang (欧立祥) realized that when the policy was first introduced, there were **僧多粥少** (sēng duō zhōu shǎo - "more monks than gruel," not enough to go around; supply falls short of demand), and the renovation quotas could only be randomly allocated. Although Phases I, II, and III of Yadongcheng East District (亚东城东区) are in the same community, they were built and delivered in three years, and were named "Xuefuyuan (学府园)," "Xuelinyayuan (学林雅苑)," and "Xuehaixinyuan (学海馨园)" respectively. During the allocation, the system defaulted to different communities, which led to the current embarrassing situation.
Phases I and II have a total of 1,092 households. Although the subdistrict explained the situation, the effect was minimal. Should the renovation still be carried out? The subdistrict held several meetings with the community and property management. "I'm afraid it will lead to greater conflicts." Cao Yu (曹禺), Secretary of the Party Committee of Yadong Community (亚东社区), who receives complaints on site every day, is very worried. Yu Jianing (于家宁), the person in charge of the subdistrict property management office, also admitted, "The pressure is great, and I'm not sure." Elevator renovation work does not have a glamorous "obvious achievement," but it requires a lot of time and energy to solve trivial conflicts, and many cadres have developed a fear of difficulties.
Ou Lixiang (欧立祥) had more concerns in his heart: The Party Working Committee of Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道党工委) is a national advanced grassroots party organization, and he had only recently taken over. Would he ruin the "golden signboard"? "I also had the idea of taking a detour and trying to save trouble. Would things just pass if I dragged it out for a while? Or should we just give up the renovation quota for Phase III?" He asked himself: If he didn't do it, the residents of Phases I and II might not have any more opinions, but how would he explain it to the residents of Phase III? After several considerations, Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道) was determined to face the difficulties head-on.
Implementing "Synchronized Renovation"
"Let Phase III wait a bit, and let Phases I and II catch up"
"People's livelihood problems cannot be bypassed or avoided. If we don't solve the problem of renovating old elevators, and take a detour when we encounter difficulties, it will not only chill the hearts of the residents, but also may lead to subsequent safety accidents..." At the special meeting on elevator renovation in the subdistrict, Ou Lixiang (欧立祥) and the grassroots cadres calculated the long-term accounts and the big accounts, gathered consensus, and said that solving the practical difficulties of the masses requires methods—seeking truth from facts.
Ou Lixiang (欧立祥) said: "The best way to resolve conflicts is to 'synchronize the renovation'—let Phase III wait a bit, and let Phases I and II catch up."
The question is, can Phase III wait? Can Phases I and II catch up? After consulting the policy, the subdistrict found that the annual list had been announced, the funds had been allocated, and each elevator had a number, leaving no room for maneuver. Moreover, according to regulations, if construction does not start before the end of the year, the funds will be recovered.
"The subdistrict established a special task force and asked the District Housing and Construction Bureau (区住建局) for policy guidance." Ou Lixiang (欧立祥) said that community cadres and party member volunteers went to the homes of Phase III residents to explain the policy and mobilize everyone to sign the "Resident Consent Form," reaching a participation rate of 2/3 and an approval rate of 3/4—which can be regarded as the start of construction. Finally, the funds for the 36 elevators were saved.
Li Xiudong (李秀东), a fourth-level researcher at the Qixia District Housing and Construction Bureau (栖霞区住建局), who came to the site to investigate, explained that the random allocation of the renovation list was originally intended to be fair and just, but the community name was registered with the public security department, the elevator number was entered with the market supervision department, and the "lottery" process was in the housing and construction department, resulting in problems due to information asymmetry during implementation.
The housing and construction departments at the provincial, municipal, and district levels found that this was a common problem after visiting the site. "Making mistakes will only bring more problems, and it must be changed." The relevant person in charge of the housing and construction department also made up his mind. In 2025, the housing and construction department, together with the market supervision department, avoided this problem from the source: carefully checking the new list in the system to ensure the promotion of the entire community, correcting the existing problems, and taking into account the order of old to new on the basis of fairness and randomness.
Wang Yang (王杨), Deputy Secretary of the Party Working Committee of Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道党工委), led a team to the community to publicize the policy: The 39 elevators in Phases I and II are planned to be included in the 2025 renovation list, and the subsequent construction of Phases I, II, and III will be synchronized. The concerns about "who goes first and who goes later" were completely dispelled.
The biggest contradiction was resolved, but "synchronized renovation" also brought new problems: How to plan the traffic for the entry of construction vehicles? Where to store a large number of construction materials?
"The subdistrict, community, and property management deployed six months in advance, and the plan was revised three times." Wang Yang (王杨) cited an example: To avoid noise disturbance, construction vehicles would not enter the community until after 9:00 a.m.; elevator materials would be stored in relatively independent green belts that would not affect traffic, and would be restored to their original state after being moved away.
Striving to Satisfy More Than 7,800 Households
"If one link in the chain fails, this matter will not be handled well"
In October 2025, the second batch of ultra-long-term special treasury bonds supporting the elevator renovation list was announced, including Yadongcheng East District (亚东城东区) Phases I and II, and a total of 5 communities and 229 elevators in Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道) were on the list.
It was originally thought that it could be steadily promoted. However, as the first subdistrict in Nanjing (南京) to promote the renovation of elevators in old communities on a large scale, the choice of elevator brands for more than 7,800 households became a major problem. Direct designation by the subdistrict is prone to cause questions, and inconsistent brands will lead to high maintenance costs and difficult management.
To this end, Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道) and the Municipal Environment Group took the lead in piloting the launch of the "Elevator Renovation Mini Program": Communities with conditions adopted online voting, communities with sound owners' committees were organized by the owners' committees to negotiate and decide, and communities with perfect property services were led by the property management to solicit residents' opinions.
Before the vote, 10 elevator companies set up stalls in the community to let residents understand the brand functions; during the vote, ballots were collected by unit, and the brand with the highest number of votes was used as the building's choice, and then the statistics were compiled by building.
Liu Mingzhe (刘明哲) is very concerned: During construction, how will residents travel in unit buildings with only 1 elevator? Subdistrict cadres said: "Open up temporary passages on the roof to ensure that at least one elevator in each building is operating normally, and residents on the upper floors can take the passages and take the elevator from other units downstairs." What about the lives of the elderly with limited mobility? Cheng Qihua (程启华) introduced that before the construction, community cadres led teams to visit homes, detailed registration of special groups such as elderly people living alone and disabled people, mobilized elderly people with conditions to transition to their children's homes; for elderly people who are inconvenient to go out, volunteers delivered meals to their homes.
At the same time, the subdistrict, community, and property management established a special elevator replacement working group, dividing the 75 elevators into 15 task forces according to the grid, to achieve "contracting to households and responsibility to individuals." In response to the problems reflected by residents, the working group established a closed-loop management mechanism of "registration-classification-processing-feedback." At present, Yadongcheng East District (亚东城东区) has completed the renovation of 63 elevators, and the remaining 12 will be completed successively before this year's "May Day". The elevators included in the renovation of Xianlin Subdistrict (仙林街道) are expected to be completed by the end of June this year.
"If one link in the chain fails, this matter will not be handled well." Ou Lixiang (欧立祥) said, "Through this matter, we have also found that if we do not bypass or avoid things, cadres and the masses can form a joint force. Of course, some work has not been completed, and we cannot relax now."
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Facing difficulties, whether to meet the challenge head-on or take a detour tests the true qualities of cadres in fulfilling their responsibilities. In reality, some cadres are only willing to do "good deeds" that add to their achievements and highlight their political achievements, while avoiding and staying away from tough issues and real problems. This behavior is, in the final analysis, a personal calculation, not a long-term plan for the development of the cause. Little do they know that the more they try to take a detour, the more the contradictions block the way, the contradictions that are avoided will lead to "tricky things," and the "hurdles" that are bypassed will build a "wall" in the hearts of the masses.
The process of starting a business is a process of resolving contradictions and overcoming difficulties. It is impossible to always have smooth sailing. It is precisely because there are risks that responsibility is needed. It must be recognized that contradictions are common, and we must always be prepared to meet difficulties head-on. Some cadres hold the fluke mentality of taking a detour, fearing that they will smash their "golden signboard" and hesitate, lacking the courage to overcome difficulties. However, the more you are afraid of things, the harder it is to succeed. Avoiding the problem itself is the biggest problem. True responsibility is reflected in daring to take on "hot potatoes" and daring to find a way out of unsolvable situations.
Not taking a detour in the face of difficulties requires not only attitude but also method. From solving the policy execution errors of elevator renewal, to building an "elevator renewal mini-program" to allow residents to participate in decision-making, to providing detailed services for special groups, the Xianlin Sub-district (仙林街道) seeks truth from facts, listens to suggestions and finds solutions at the grassroots level, and does its work to the heart of the masses. Only by using 绣花功夫 (xiù huā gōng fū - "embroidery skills," meticulous and detailed work) to understand the situation, find the crux of the problem, and implement the plan can we turn the "head-scratching things" of cadres into "heart-warming things" for residents.
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Safety is the lifeline of aviation. On April 8, the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院) and the Supreme People's Procuratorate (最高人民检察院) jointly issued an Interpretation on Several Issues Concerning the Application of Law in Handling Criminal Cases Endangering Civil Aviation Flight Safety (hereinafter referred to as the "Interpretation"), filling the detailed gap in the application of law in criminal cases endangering civil aviation flight safety, and clarifying the boundaries between crime and non-crime, and criminal punishment and administrative punishment. The "Interpretation" consists of 7 articles and will be implemented on April 9, 2026.
The "Interpretation" is aimed at the actual situation and outstanding problems existing in the current stage of punishing criminal offenses endangering civil aviation flight safety according to law, and makes provisions on how to correctly apply the criminal law and accurately grasp criminal policies, so as to ensure that judicial organs at all levels apply the law according to law.
For some time, incidents such as passengers illegally opening emergency exit doors in civil aviation aircraft, fighting in the cabins of civil aviation aircraft, and beating others have occurred from time to time, arousing concern.
Is such behavior an administrative violation or a criminal offense? Previously, there was no unified understanding in all aspects, which affected the effect of prevention and punishment. In this regard, the "Interpretation" clarifies the applicable charges and conviction conditions for the above-mentioned behaviors.
The "Interpretation" clarifies that not all acts of illegally opening the cabin door of a civil aviation aircraft constitute a criminal offense. Only when the civil aviation aircraft is moving under its own power or is in flight and the illegal opening of the cabin door is sufficient to cause danger to public safety, can it be convicted and punished for the crime of endangering public safety by dangerous means. For acts of illegally opening the cabin door when the aircraft has not yet moved under its own power, administrative penalties may be imposed in accordance with relevant regulations, and the actor shall bear corresponding civil liability for compensation.
At the same time, the "Interpretation" adopts a list method to stipulate the criteria for conviction and sentencing for the crime of endangering flight safety by violence when implementing violent acts on a civil aviation aircraft in flight, and specifically clarifies that flight attendants belong to "flight safety protection personnel," clarifying that the act of using violence against civil aviation flight attendants may constitute the crime of endangering flight safety by violence, which solves the controversial issues existing in practice.
In judicial practice, some actors, out of motives and purposes such as retaliating against society, extorting money, venting personal anger, and being bored and curious, fabricate and deliberately spread false terrorist information involving civil aviation flight safety, such as "there is a bomb on the plane," which seriously interferes with civil aviation flight safety and order, and even causes social panic within a certain range.
"Such behaviors have occurred one after another for a period of time, causing a bad social impact." Luo Guoliang (罗国良), Director of the Fourth Criminal Division of the Supreme People's Court (最高法刑四庭), introduced that the "Interpretation" is aimed at the outstanding characteristics of the crime of fabricating and deliberately spreading false terrorist information in the field of civil aviation flight safety, and has further revised and improved the conviction and sentencing standards for the crime of fabricating and deliberately spreading false terrorist information stipulated in the existing judicial interpretation.
The "Interpretation" stipulates that if the actor's behavior affects the normal operation of civil aviation flights and civil airports, or causes public security, armed police, fire rescue, health and quarantine and other departments to take response measures, it should be treated as a crime; if it causes serious social impact or major economic losses, it belongs to causing serious consequences and shall be sentenced to fixed-term imprisonment of not less than five years. At the same time, the "Interpretation" also clarifies that whether it is fabricating or deliberately spreading false terrorist information involving civil aviation flight safety by means of express or implied means, if it meets the relevant conditions, it may constitute the crime of fabricating and deliberately spreading false terrorist information.
Si Mingdeng (司明灯), Deputy Director of the Fourth Criminal Division of the Supreme People's Court (最高法刑四庭), introduced that the People's Court (人民法院) and the People's Procuratorate (人民检察院) will comprehensively use civil, administrative, criminal and other means to form a joint force to combat illegal and criminal acts endangering civil aviation flight safety.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 8th (Reporter Zhang Cong (张璁)) – April 15th this year marks the eleventh National Security Education Day. The Ministry of Justice and the National Office for the Popularization of Law recently issued a notice deciding to launch the 2026 National Security Education Day public awareness campaign nationwide.
The notice clarifies that the theme of this year's National Security Education Day is "Coordinating Development and Security, Escorting the '15th Five-Year Plan' on a New Journey." It requires all regions and departments to vigorously study and publicize Xi Jinping's (习近平) thought on the rule of law and its latest achievements in enrichment and development, the holistic view of national security, the historic achievements of national security undertakings in the new era, the National Security Law, and the Regulations on the Management of Network Data Security, and other relevant laws and regulations. It also calls for in-depth popularization of the provisions on national security in laws and regulations such as the Seed Law and the Law on Public Awareness Education on the Rule of Law.
The notice requires all regions and departments to carry out characteristic theme activities and strengthen publicity and education for key groups such as leading cadres and young people. It encourages and supports the use of websites, new media platforms, and other means to deeply interpret the holistic view of national security and national security-related laws and regulations in forms that the masses love to see and hear, such as comics, short videos, micro-movies, and micro-animations.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 8th (Ren Tongtong (任彤彤), Ding Feiyu (丁斐煜)) Recently, several ships of a destroyer flotilla of the East Sea Theater Navy (东部战区海军), including the Anqing (安庆舰), Lishui (丽水舰), and Binzhou (滨州舰), went to a certain sea area in the East China Sea (东海) to carry out high-intensity, multi-subject realistic combat training.
Among them, the replenishment training adopted a "two horizontal and one vertical, multi-ship coordinated" navigation replenishment method, which was different from the past, aiming to test the tactical methods of multi-ship type simultaneous replenishment. After the order was issued, the 3 warships gathered to the replenishment ship from the lateral and longitudinal sides respectively, occupied the predetermined positions, closely coordinated to control the heading distance, and successfully completed the probe docking and replenishment operations.
This training was closely related to the background of actual combat and lasted for several days, effectively improving the coordinated command efficiency and combat capability of the formation.
Return to TopBeijing, April 8th (Reported by Liu Wenxin (刘温馨) and Qi Yukun (亓玉昆)) On the 8th, the Ministry of Emergency Management (应急管理部) and the National Fire and Rescue Administration (国家消防救援局) held a policy briefing to interpret the "Opinions of the General Office of the State Council on Strengthening Grassroots Fire Protection Work." Reporters learned from the meeting that fire departments will further carry out fire accident investigation and handling work in accordance with the law, improve relevant mechanisms, and continuously promote the transformation of the fire safety governance model to prevention in advance.
First, for a large number of general fire accidents, strengthen the investigation of technical and management responsibilities, find out the direct causes, investigate the responsibility for the accident, improve investigation efficiency, save investigation costs, and introduce effective measures through investigation, tighten management systems, revise and improve standards, and make up for shortcomings in work.
Second, improve the filing and review system for major fire accidents involving fatalities. The main body of investigation for major fire accidents is the municipal people's government. Starting this year, the National Fire and Rescue Administration (国家消防救援局) will launch a collaboration mechanism for each major fire accident involving fatalities, dispatching experts to participate in guidance. The investigation reports of major fire accidents in various places must be submitted to the National Fire and Rescue Administration (国家消防救援局) for review before deliberation to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the investigation.
Third, the Safety Committee of the State Council (国务院安委会) will implement supervision for each major fire accident involving fatalities, and the National Fire and Rescue Administration (国家消防救援局) will send on-site supervision teams and dispatch national expert backbones to participate in the entire process of guidance. At the same time, for fire accidents that are serious in nature and cause major social impact, upgraded investigations will be implemented. After the investigation is concluded, while releasing the fire investigation report to the public, the truth and details of the fire will also be announced to respond to social concerns.
Fourth, resolutely implement the requirements for exemption from liability for performing duties. For fire accidents that occur within the scope of their duties, but have strictly performed their duties in accordance with the law and meet the relevant conditions, they shall be exempted from liability or given lenient or mitigated punishment in accordance with laws and regulations, encouraging frontline law enforcement officers to take responsibility.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing (北京) on April 8th (Reporters Qi Zhiming (齐志明) and Pan Junqiang (潘俊强)) Regarding the international hotel group "InterContinental Hotels" setting up clauses in its membership program "InterContinental Ambassador Membership Terms and Conditions" (hereinafter referred to as "Membership Terms") that exclude Chinese legal jurisdiction, force Chinese consumers to arbitrate overseas, restrict consumers' rights to collective rights protection, allow for arbitrary changes to contract terms, and disclaim responsibility for losses caused by the use of goods, among other clauses suspected of infringing on consumers' legitimate rights and interests, on April 8th, the consumer associations of Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北) jointly interviewed the domestic operator of InterContinental Hotels Group—Six Continents Hotels Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (六洲酒店管理（上海）有限公司), based on the Regulations for the Implementation of the Consumer Rights Protection Law and other regulations, and put forward clear rectification requirements.
The investigation found that InterContinental Hotels Group set up a number of contents suspected of infringing on consumers' legitimate rights and interests in the membership terms of its website and APP: First, it forces arbitration, excludes the choice of litigation and the application of Chinese law, and deprives consumers of the right to collective rights protection. The membership terms forcibly stipulate that its interpretation and execution are subject to the laws of Georgia (佐治亚州) in the United States (美国), and disputes not included in arbitration can only be brought to the courts of that state. Second, it infringes on consumers' rights to choose, fair trade, and claim compensation, among other core rights. The membership terms stipulate that InterContinental Hotels Group has the right to unilaterally modify or cancel all or part of the membership program at any time, and unilaterally and tacitly presumes that the act of members "continuing to retain membership" is an agreement to all updates, essentially transferring the responsibility of paying attention to and understanding changes in standard terms to the consumer.
The consumer associations of Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北) pointed out that the above-mentioned provisions exclude the jurisdiction of Chinese law and restrict consumers' channels for seeking legal remedies conveniently and efficiently. The relevant clauses should be invalid according to law. At the same time, the "unilateral change + tacit consent" model, as well as overly broad disclaimers, are obviously unfair in the setting of rights and obligations, unilaterally increasing the responsibilities of consumers and inappropriately exempting operators from their statutory responsibilities. The relevant clauses should also be deemed invalid.
In response to the above problems, the consumer associations of Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北) put forward clear rectification requirements to Six Continents Hotels Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (六洲酒店管理（上海）有限公司) on the spot, and set a time limit for a comprehensive review and revision of the membership terms.
Return to TopThe "15th Five-Year Plan" outlines a strategic deployment for "accelerating high-level scientific and technological self-reliance and self-strengthening, and leading the development of new quality productive forces," and clarifies three expected indicators in the "innovation-driven" category among the main economic and social development indicators for the "15th Five-Year Plan" period. From the "13th Five-Year Plan's" innovation-driven development strategy to the "14th Five-Year Plan's" acceleration of building a strong country in science and technology, and then to the "15th Five-Year Plan's" acceleration of high-level scientific and technological self-reliance and self-strengthening, China is firmly grasping the lifeline of science and technology in its own hands.
Main Economic and Social Development Indicators for the "15th Five-Year Plan" Period – Innovation-Driven:
* Annual average growth of over 7% in total social R&D expenditure.
* By 2030, the number of high-value invention patents per 10,000 people will exceed 22.
* By 2030, the proportion of the added value of the digital economy's core industries in GDP will reach 12.5%.
Data source: "15th Five-Year Plan" (“十五五”规划纲要)
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Squeak, squeak, squeak...
This simple and unsophisticated sound comes from Huajiang Village (花江村) in Qianxinan Buyi and Miao Autonomous Prefecture (黔西南布依族苗族自治州), Guizhou Province (贵州省). This village is located deep in the Wumeng Mountains (乌蒙山), with the constantly flowing Beipan River (北盘江) at its foot and the world's highest bridge, the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge (花江峡谷大桥), above. In this village, every household has a handloom. As long as you go there, you will definitely hear the "squeak" sound. There are so many embroiderers in this land who rely on their skillful hands to survive. Their hands can not only control heavy looms, but also pick up slender embroidery needles. What they weave are simple ethnic costumes, memories and totems passed down from generation to generation.
The TV series "Deep in the Wumeng Mountains" (《乌蒙深处》) focuses its camera on this cultural ocean woven with intangible cultural heritage. "Gun Yue Liang" (衮月亮) in the play is the one who composes the ancient rhythm into a new song of the times. She is not a weaver girl who descended from the sky, but a daughter who grew up in this "squeak" sound. She once left the mountains and studied art in the city, but she never thought of leaving the mountains, and was always immersed in ancient songs and in her beloved embroidery art. She said: "Traditional embroidery cannot only live in museums, it must be worn on the body and enter life." She integrates traditional patterns into modern aesthetics, stitch by stitch, turning the skills on her fingertips into an economy on her fingertips. When the embroiderers of the cliff village finally stood on the international stage, the Wumeng Mountains heard the echo beyond the "squeak" sound - that was the chanting of cultural confidence.
In my opinion, this is what we call "new mass literature and art" today. The new era has established an extremely firm cultural confidence for us, new technologies have made literary and artistic creation easier to disseminate, and new life has allowed literature and art to return to its most authentic state. New mass literature and art truly puts the people at the center, which is the literature and art of the people, written by ordinary people and read by ordinary people.
Standing on the land, we witnessed the "Splendid Embroidery Program" (锦绣计划) implemented in Guizhou, allowing countless embroiderers like "Gun Yue Liang" (衮月亮) to start businesses and find employment at their doorsteps. They not only inherited the brilliant intangible cultural heritage, but also brought the relics lying in history "alive." "Ma Qinghao" (麻青蒿) in the play returned to the village to start the "Come to My Home to Play" homestay, which was adapted from the "Lai Wutou Wan" (来屋头玩) homestay in Puti Village (普梯村), Xingyi City (兴义市), Guizhou (贵州). These are all authentic mountain flavors. There is also the red tassel sorghum planting and small yellow cattle breeding promoted in Guizhou. The "new farmers" who use "new agricultural tools" to do "new agricultural work" use their simple and wise artistic techniques to give new life to industries such as embroidery, homestay design, and short video live broadcasts, and define "new mass literature and art" with their own hands.
The villagers who return to the village to eat tourism meals, each story truly happens on this land. Even the "leaf vein embroidery" story that was briefly mentioned in the play comes from Lulacun (路腊村), an ancient village with a thousand-year history in Tongren City (铜仁市). New mass literature and art must draw strength from such reality. Some lines in the play "Deep in the Wumeng Mountains" are also talked about by netizens, such as "To strengthen the industry, we must rely on leading sheep" and "People who have no feelings for the land cannot smell the mud in this land."
The vivid representatives of new mass literature and art also include Guizhou's "Village Super League" (村超), "Village Evening Gala" (村晚) and other village-level activities. They are not rehearsed by professionals, but are live scenes of life where ordinary people take the stage, sing, and perform themselves. The "Village Show" we presented in the play is derived from the popular "Village T" on the entire network, shining "this village" on "another screen."
The main body of current literary and artistic creation has expanded from professional creators to hundreds of millions of ordinary people, and the content has also changed from stage arrangements to real expressions from the countryside, from life, and from the masses. When more ordinary people pick up pens and raise their mobile phones, the starlight of new mass literature and art will surely illuminate more mountain villages. Everyone uses simple and down-to-earth methods to sing praises to the new era and praise the new life. New mass literature and art shows the most vivid and vibrant appearance. Literature and art are the clarion call of the times and the voice of the people. Such a voice will surely continue to linger in the depths of the mountains and villages, so that every ordinary person like "Gun Yue Liang" (衮月亮) can weave their own brocade on the stage of the times.
(The author is the chairman of the Guizhou Provincial Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the chairman of the Writers Association)
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The morning mist drifts over the summit of Wumeng Mountain (乌蒙山), with verdant mountains like screens and jade-green waters like silk. "Gun Yue Liang" sits at a wooden table, her fingertips flying, colorful threads laying out gradual layers on the cloth surface, the phoenix pattern under her needle seeming to fly out from the emerald green background cloth... This is a scene from the popular TV series "Deep in the Wumeng Mountains (乌蒙深处)."
Huawu Village (化屋村), located in Xinren Miao Ethnic Township (新仁苗族乡), Qianxi City (黔西市), Bijie City (毕节市), Guizhou Province (贵州省), is the main filming location for the series, and Yang Wenli (杨文丽), an embroidery artisan who returned to her hometown to start a business, is the prototype for the female lead "Gun Yue Liang" in the drama. Every afternoon and evening, she always sets up her mobile phone and sits in front of the screen to start her live broadcast.
"Hello, everyone!" Yang Wenli (杨文丽) says spiritedly, "Today's live broadcast room not only has new Miao embroidery pendants and sun hats, but also will tell you about the story of the clothes I'm wearing. You see, the yellow pattern on the hem symbolizes the Yellow River (黄河), and the green lines symbolize the Yangtze River (长江), representing the footprints of our ancestors' migration, with each stitch and thread hiding the thoughts of the older generation."
"I've been to Huawu Village (化屋村) and I know you!" "Your story has been made into a TV series, and I've watched every episode." ... In the lively live broadcast room, one Miao embroidery product after another walks out of the mountains and into thousands of households.
Yang Wenli (杨文丽) has calculated that the average live broadcast sales are six to seven thousand yuan, and the Miao embroidery workshop she founded had sales of 3.86 million yuan last year, setting a new record. "Since 'Deep in the Wumeng Mountains (乌蒙深处)' started broadcasting, the village has ushered in another peak of tourists, and this year's momentum will definitely be better."
A set of eye-catching data: During the broadcast of "Deep in the Wumeng Mountains (乌蒙深处)," Huawu Village (化屋村) received a cumulative total of 170,000 tourists, an increase of 30.1% year-on-year; tourism comprehensive income was 54.4 million yuan, an increase of 15% year-on-year; and Miao embroidery orders increased by more than 10% year-on-year.
Even before the peak tourist season, Huawu Village's (化屋村) popularity is higher than ever. Near noon, a tourist bus winds along the mountain road, heading straight for the Huawu Viewing Platform (化屋观景台).
"The viewing platform is a famous scene in the TV series, with a panoramic view of the Wujiangyuan Hundred-Mile Gallery (乌江源百里画廊) and the Yachi River Bridge (鸭池河大桥) in the same frame." After taking photos, Wu Yongdi (吴永迪), a tourist from Jiangsu (江苏), and his child boarded a shuttle bus to check in at the ancient post road, the old village square, the Old Apricot Tree Restaurant (老杏树人家餐馆), Grandma Wu's house (吴奶奶家), and the Miao embroidery workshop, among other filming locations. Wu Yongdi (吴永迪) said, "From the warmth of home to the fireworks of the village, and then to the resonance of culture, both inside and outside the drama, Huawu Village (化屋村) is full of charm."
Vegetable tofu, Houttuynia cordata fried with cured meat, sour soup beef hot pot, plus a bucket of corn rice, at lunchtime, Wu Yongdi's (吴永迪) family made a special trip to the Old Apricot Tree Restaurant (老杏树人家餐馆). "Tasting the original ecological mountain flavors, and looking up at the Wujiang (乌江) scenery. In recent years, the village has become more and more lively, and business has become better and better," said You Rongxue (尤荣学), the owner of the restaurant.
Currently, Huawu Village (化屋村) has 40 farmhouses and 25 homestays, and several shops are still being renovated, with plans to open during the "May Day" holiday. Last year, the village received more than 500,000 tourists, with a comprehensive tourism income of 110 million yuan.
"Previously, nearly 500 people went out to work, but now more than 300 people have returned to the village and are making a living from tourism." Xiao Yangqun (肖阳群), the Party branch secretary of Huawu Village (化屋村), introduced that the village plans to organize training in catering, homestays, etc. "We have already solved the 'whether or not' problem, and now we need to shift to 'how good' it is."
The cotton cloth is repeatedly folded into a triangle and placed in a dye vat, and the indigo quickly spreads along the seams... Seeing the radial pattern slowly extending, the child dances with joy. "Intangible cultural heritage tie-dye, every step hides surprises, and sure enough, the traditional is also fashionable." Wu Yongdi (吴永迪) was quite surprised to bring his child to experience intangible cultural heritage skills for the first time.
"After 'Deep in the Wumeng Mountains (乌蒙深处)' came to the intangible cultural heritage workshop to film, many tourists came specifically to check in, and there is no worry about sales for hundreds of cultural and creative products." Taking advantage of the popularity of the TV series, Yang Wenli (杨文丽) launched intangible cultural heritage experience projects such as Miao embroidery, batik, and tie-dye, driving 63 villagers to find stable employment at their doorsteps.
While deeply cultivating cultural tourism integration, Huawu Village (化屋村) is also promoting characteristic industries such as small yellow ginger planting, yellow rice cake processing, and yellow cattle breeding, and the road to comprehensive rural revitalization is becoming wider and wider. "We are promoting bridge-tourism integration projects to radiate and drive the development of the entire township's cultural tourism industry, so that tourists don't want to leave when they come, and want to come back after they leave," said Tian Jiaqiu (田佳秋), the Party Secretary of the Xinren Miao Ethnic Township (新仁苗族乡) Party Committee.
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On weekends, the Longfusi (隆福寺) neighborhood in Beijing's (北京) Dongcheng District (东城区) teems with people. In front of the Longfu Building (隆福大厦), dozens of stalls are neatly arranged. Xiangbao horses from Qingyang (庆阳), Gansu (甘肃), tie-dye horses from Dali (大理), Yunnan (云南), Jun porcelain horses from Yuzhou (禹州), Henan (河南), horse tail embroidery from the Shui ethnic group in Guizhou (贵州), velvet flowers from Yangzhou (扬州), Jiangsu (江苏)... Li Yuanyuan's (李媛媛) "Intangible Cultural Heritage Buyer's Shop" is less than 10 square meters, but it displays more than 60 products from more than 10 provinces.
"These products are very popular and have been restocked many times," said Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛). "The buyer's shop brings together intangible cultural heritage products from different places, allowing customers to buy them all at once."
Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) is from Xi'an (西安), Shaanxi (陕西). She grew up next to the ancient city walls and the Forest of Steles (碑林) and is full of enthusiasm for traditional culture. Her first in-depth contact with intangible cultural heritage was in 2007, when she was studying at the Communication University of China (中国传媒大学) and her teacher assigned her an assignment: to record the cultural phenomena of her hometown through short films. One day, she passed by the Xi'an City God Temple (西安城隍庙) and heard a unique kind of music: Xi'an Drum Music (西安鼓乐).
"Xi'an Drum Music (西安鼓乐) originated in the Tang Dynasty (唐代). From its repertoire, notation, structure, instruments to performance form, it witnesses the historical changes of Xi'an (西安)," said Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛), who was immediately moved by this simple and ancient music. She went to the streets and alleys to visit old artists, and deeply understood the origin and inheritance of Xi'an Drum Music (西安鼓乐). The research results were finally presented in the form of a documentary and screened in universities.
The research on Xi'an Drum Music (西安鼓乐) aroused Li Yuanyuan's (李媛媛) strong interest in intangible cultural heritage, and she applied for the Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection major at the Chinese National Academy of Arts (中国艺术研究院). During her studies and work, Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) came into contact with a large number of representative inheritors of intangible cultural heritage. She found that the old artists had superb skills but lacked market awareness. Some handicrafts were facing the risk of 人亡艺绝 (rén wáng yì jué - "when the person dies, the art dies," the art will be lost when the artist dies) because of the small market demand. In contrast, young inheritors generally received higher education and had innovative awareness.
How to let more people appreciate the beauty of intangible cultural heritage? Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) has been thinking about it. Her interdisciplinary background in communication and intangible cultural heritage protection gave her the idea of becoming an "intangible cultural heritage broker" and determined to help intangible cultural heritage find the market and find soulmates.
When she first entered the industry, Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) took many detours. She wanted to do intangible cultural heritage e-commerce, but found that intangible cultural heritage pays attention to slow work and meticulous work, which is contradictory to large-scale mass production; she tried to simply be a middleman, but found that the profit was too thin to support the industrial chain. After several attempts, Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) found a breakthrough.
In 2017, Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) founded the "Chuan Er Dai (传二代)" platform, which has gathered forty or fifty inheritors in a few years, the youngest of whom were born after 2000. "Chuan Er Dai (传二代)" is responsible for inheritance and innovation, and Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) puts their works in the buyer's shop and then conveys customer feedback, "This series sells well, you can make more" "Customers want more colors and patterns to choose from." These efforts have allowed intangible cultural heritage to go from workshops to the market and achieve living inheritance in circulation.
Whether it can be integrated into modern life is an important criterion for Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) to select products for the "Intangible Cultural Heritage Buyer's Shop". Take the best-selling intangible cultural heritage Chinese style bag as an example. Five or six years ago, this bag was still unpopular. Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) gave Chen Xu (陈旭), the representative inheritor of the Jilihusi (辑里湖丝) handmade silk production technique, advice on selecting high-quality accessories. The improved products gradually opened up sales. "The intangible cultural heritage broker helps us connect with the market, promote the brand, etc. We can focus on design and production," said Chen Xu (陈旭).
In recent years, more and more people have joined the ranks of intangible cultural heritage brokers, which also puts forward new requirements for this profession: they cannot only sell goods, but also understand policies, communication, business, and have an international perspective. "The biggest difficulty is how to transform the 'unspeakable' craft language of the inheritors into a commercial language that the brand can understand? How to transform the profound culture of intangible cultural heritage into an aesthetic language that the public can perceive?" said Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛).
When building the China Lichun (立春) Culture Exhibition and Experience Center, Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) encountered a problem: "Folk festivals have no specific image, how to use space to display time, and use tangible to display intangible?" In the end, she used the five senses of "sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch" to integrate "seeing spring colors, hearing spring sounds, smelling spring flowers, tasting spring flavors, and touching the spring god" into the exhibition. Once launched, the exhibition was loved and welcomed many children who came to study.
Wearing a Song brocade skirt, wearing a Nanjing (南京) velvet flower brooch, wearing a silver bracelet from Yunnan (云南)... In life, Li Yuanyuan (李媛媛) personally promotes intangible cultural heritage. She hopes to use this method to tell everyone: intangible cultural heritage is around us, it is beautiful and fashionable.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Nanchang (南昌) April 8th dispatch (Reporter Zhou Huan (周欢)) The reporter learned from the Jiangxi Provincial Bureau of Geology (江西省地质局): Recently, the international paleontological community formally confirmed and named a new genus and species of hadrosaurid dinosaur discovered in the Ganzhou (赣州) Basin of Jiangxi (江西) Province, China - the Gongshu Dragon with a Sail Tail. This research result has been published in the international journal "Journal of Systematic Palaeontology."
The dinosaur fossil was discovered in the Shahe (沙河) Town, Zhanggong (章贡) District, Ganzhou (赣州) City, in Late Cretaceous strata dating back approximately 70 million years. This is the first formally named hadrosaurid dinosaur in southern China and the fifteenth dinosaur named in Jiangxi (江西) Province. Research has found that the neural spines of its posterior caudal vertebrae are significantly elongated, with a height several times that of the vertebral body itself, forming a unique "sail-like" structure, which is the first such discovery in known hadrosaurids.
Phylogenetic analysis shows that the Gongshu Dragon with a Sail Tail belongs to an early branch of the Saurolophinae subfamily, and its discovery provides new and strong evidence for the hypothesis that "Saurolophinae may have originated in Asia." This not only enriches the diversity record of hadrosaurids in southern China but also has important significance for understanding the evolution and geographical distribution of dinosaurs in the Late Cretaceous.
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In Peach Blossom Fairy Valley, Shizigang Township, Yu'an District, Lu'an City, Anhui Province, tens of thousands of peach blossoms are in full bloom. Walking deeper, a melodious tune of "In That Place Where Peach Blossoms Bloom" plays. Without a stage or backdrop, just a few chairs and instruments, a concert begins. Zhang Jing, a tourist from Hefei, excitedly raises her phone, "Listening to a concert in a peach forest is a first for me."
It's not just Peach Blossom Fairy Valley. At the exit of Lu'an Railway Station (六安火车站), without prior notice, several volunteers begin to play among the crowd. Not far away, a father and son returning home are attracted by the song "The Moon Climbs Up" and stop to listen. Among the volunteer team is Li Jiaonan (李姣楠), principal player of the Anhui Orchestra Symphony Orchestra (安徽乐团交响乐团). She made a special trip to support this public welfare performance, "I've heard about 'Moonlight Music Box' for a long time and have been hoping for a chance to perform."
From peach forests to train stations, from scenic spots to communities, this is the "Moonlight Music Box" (月光音乐盒) – a public welfare cultural service brand that moves the stage out of the theater and closer to the people.
The brand's birth began with a simple wish. In 2022, Hou Yu (侯宇), a violin teacher, suggested to the Lu'an City Cultural Center (六安市文化馆): "Classical music shouldn't only be in theaters. Can it approach the audience in a more relaxed way?" This idea coincided with the vision of Gao Yong (高勇), the then director of the center. As a result, the Lu'an City Cultural Center, together with local musicians, proposed the concept of letting music shine on the public like moonlight.
A trial performance debuted in the hall outside the small theater of the City Cultural Center. Hou Yu and his partners formed the earliest volunteer team and played pieces such as "The Happy Farmer" and "Tonight, I Celebrate My Love." Many listeners came to the scene, and many citizens listened to a live concert for the first time, with enthusiastic responses.
The "Moonlight Music Box" was thus opened. The Lu'an City Culture and Tourism Bureau (六安市文化和旅游局) and the Lu'an City Cultural Center, as the leading units, are responsible for the overall planning, resource coordination, and activity coordination of the "Moonlight Music Box" brand. At the same time, they connect with departments such as the Municipal Party Committee Propaganda Department (市委宣传部) and the Municipal Bureau of Commerce (市商务局) to carry out supporting performances in conjunction with large-scale events to expand the brand's influence.
"We take entering schools, communities, villages, and scenic spots as our starting point, customize differentiated activity themes according to different scenarios and audience needs, accurately connect with grassroots needs, and publicly recruit and form volunteer service teams," said Wang Yuanhe (王元贺), deputy director of the Lu'an City Cultural Center.
Five "literary light cavalry" teams with different styles, such as the String · Sound Chamber Orchestra (弦·音室内乐团), Hele Orchestra (合乐乐团), and Dayin National Orchestra (大音国乐团), have successively gathered into the volunteer service team. Among them, there are both professional actors and enthusiasts from all walks of life, with an average age of less than 35 years old. Entering schools, they adapted the song "Rice Fragrance" into a youth version, and the children clapped their hands to the rhythm; entering villages, they played the song "Ten Thousand Frontiers," and white-haired elderly people sat on small benches and sang along softly... The stage of "Moonlight Music Box" has no boundaries.
Deeper changes have taken place in people's hearts. At the "Listening to Lu'an, Meeting Yourself" original music concert, a number of original works full of local flavor, such as "Jinzhai Red" (金寨红) and "Home in Huaishang" (家在淮上), emerged. Many of the actors and creators on stage were once audience members of the "Moonlight Music Box."
In the past 4 years, the "Moonlight Music Box" has been staged more than 100 times in Lu'an, covering more than 300,000 online and offline viewers, with a total of 1,430 people participating in volunteer services. The "Moonlight Music Box" volunteer service project was awarded the title of "Anhui Province Volunteer Service Star" in 2025.
"Next, we will establish a 'menu' mechanism, and the masses will have the final say on what to perform. I hope 'moonlight' will illuminate more places and allow more people to become enjoyers and disseminators of culture," said Wang Yuanhe.
(Hu Guanjv (胡冠菊) participated in writing)
Return to TopThis newspaper Taiyuan (太原) April 8th (Reporter Fu Mingli (付明丽)) Recently, the Yangquan (阳泉) City Archaeological Research Center of Shanxi Province (山西省) successfully discovered and confirmed a Yangshao Culture (仰韶文化) site in Yirang Village (移穰村), Pindin County (平定县). This is the first confirmed Yangshao Culture remains in the Yangquan (阳泉) area, enriching the distribution spectrum of Yangshao Culture in eastern Shanxi (晋东), and providing key physical evidence for the study of early civilization exchanges in the western foothills of the Taihang Mountains (太行山).
In March of this year, in order to explore the early culture of the Yangquan (阳泉) area, the Yangquan (阳泉) City Archaeological Research Center conducted an archaeological survey in Yirang Village (移穰村). After a grid-style ground survey, it was measured that the total area of the site is about 129,000 square meters. This survey set up 4 collection points and discovered 3 ash pits and 1 kiln site. Combined with the distribution characteristics of surface relics, it can be divided into three periods: Yangshao Culture (仰韶文化), Longshan Culture (龙山文化), and Xia-Shang to Eastern Zhou. Among them, the important distribution area of Yangshao Culture (仰韶文化) is located in the area near the cliff in the south of the site.
During the site survey, the relics obtained mainly included pottery, stone tools, and bone and mussel artifacts. The number of pottery shards obtained in this survey is limited, but based on the more typical painted pottery shards among them, a preliminary inference can still be made: among them, a piece of grid-patterned painted pottery is similar in vessel shape and decorative features to the Taiyuan Yijing (太原义井) cultural type. Based on this, it is speculated that the age of the Yirang (移穰) Yangshao site roughly belongs to the late Yangshao Culture (仰韶文化).
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Building a modern industrial system requires a high-quality workforce.
In Guangxi, "sucking noodles" has popularized the "Bagui Rice Noodle Master" (八桂米粉师傅); in Hebei, the children's vehicle industry is backed by the skilled "Pingxiang Children's Vehicle People" (平乡童车人); in Shandong, the "Guanxian Ganoderma Lucidum Craftsman" (冠县仙芝灵匠) helps villagers escape poverty and become rich. After years of cultivation, a number of labor brands with industrial characteristics and skills have developed into important carriers for promoting development and benefiting people's livelihoods, and their employment radiation and driving capabilities are constantly increasing.
How can labor brands expand employment opportunities in advantageous industries? How to cultivate professional talents according to local conditions? How to promote a virtuous cycle of industrial upgrading and employment improvement? The reporter conducted interviews.
Rooted in characteristic industries, driving employment and entrepreneurship.
Labor brands rely on industries, and industrial development drives employment.
Pingxiang County (平乡县), Xingtai City (邢台市), Hebei Province, is the largest production base of bicycle parts and children's vehicles in the country, with the output of bicycles and children's vehicles accounting for 50% of the domestic market and 40% of the international market. Its products sell well in hundreds of countries and regions.
In the production workshop of Tianhe Children's Vehicle Factory in Pingxiang County, Huo Heng (霍恒), a 41-year-old welder, holds a welding gun and skillfully welds the components of the children's vehicle together. "I used to be a carpenter in the village, with a monthly income of less than 3,000 yuan. I am the breadwinner of the family and have always wanted to find a job with a higher income," he said. Two years ago, the county's human resources and social security department went to his home to promote the "Pingxiang Children's Vehicle People" (平乡童车人) labor brand public welfare training. After learning, he successfully obtained a welder's operation certificate. "With this new skill, I can weld hundreds of workpieces a day, and my income is more than three times what it used to be."
Pingxiang County has more than 5,200 upstream and downstream bicycle and children's vehicle enterprises, with an annual revenue of over 30 billion yuan. Giving full play to its industrial advantages, the "Pingxiang Children's Vehicle People" (平乡童车人) labor brand has covered more than 100 types of work such as children's vehicle design, manufacturing, and assembly, absorbing more than 120,000 jobs, including thousands of people lifted out of poverty.
In rural areas, some characteristic agricultural labor brands help the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside and help farmers increase their income through employment nearby.
In the Luxi Plain (鲁西平原), Guanxian County (冠县), Liaocheng City (聊城市), Shandong Province, has planted more than 10,000 mu of Ganoderma lucidum, which is an important Ganoderma lucidum planting and trading base in China. The local "Guanxian Ganoderma Lucidum Craftsman" (冠县仙芝灵匠) labor brand has seized this "sweet pastry" of the Ganoderma lucidum industry.
In the greenhouse of the Lumeng Ganoderma Lucidum Professional Cooperative in Dianzi Town (店子镇), Guanxian County, clusters of Ganoderma lucidum are growing vigorously. Zhi Nong (芝农) (Ganoderma farmer) Wang Bingqin (王丙钦) built his own sterilization room and just meticulously completed the disinfection work. A few years ago, he worked in Guangzhou (广州), Chongqing (重庆) and other places, and could not return home all year round: "Sometimes I can't take care of my children when they are sick, and I feel very guilty." Later, through a neighbor's introduction, he learned that the county organized Ganoderma lucidum planting training, so he took the initiative to sign up.
After completing his studies, Wang Bingqin built three Ganoderma lucidum greenhouses, generating 200,000 yuan in revenue each year. "Later, I also obtained a special vocational ability certificate for Ganoderma lucidum bonsai production. Several companies hired me to be a technician. In addition to making money from operating greenhouses, I also earned an extra income from my skills," he said proudly.
In the past three years, the "Guanxian Ganoderma Lucidum Craftsman" (冠县仙芝灵匠) labor brand has driven more than 50,000 villagers to find employment. Their average age is 45 years old. Through training and learning, they have achieved an average increase in income of more than 20,000 yuan per person.
Based on industrial advantages, building labor brands can not only boost employment, but also open up broad prospects for entrepreneurship.
Located on Liushi Road (柳石路) in Liuzhou City (柳州市), Guangxi, the "Xiaoxiangkou" (小巷口) Luosifen (螺蛳粉) restaurant is bustling with diners. Cooking noodles, pouring soup, and serving dishes... the owner Tang Hanpeng (唐汉鹏) is busy.
"In the past, I didn't have any special skills. I used to move goods and do assembly work," Tang Hanpeng said. In 2021, he caught up with the Liuzhou Luosifen Master public welfare training and learned a full set of professional cooking methods. Two years ago, he officially started his own noodle restaurant. "From selling a dozen bowls a day to more than 60 bowls now, there are more and more repeat customers. Now I plan to launch vacuum-packed products so that diners from other places can also eat the noodles I make," Tang Hanpeng said.
Liuzhou Luosifen (柳州螺蛳粉), Guilin Rice Noodles (桂林米粉), Nanning Laoyou Noodles (南宁老友粉)... Guangxi continues to polish this "food business card" and create the "Bagui Rice Noodle Master" (八桂米粉师傅) labor brand, driving more than 300,000 people to find employment and start businesses.
Following industrial needs, delivering counterpart talents.
Running a labor brand well can not only improve the employment ability of workers, but also accurately connect with the employment needs of enterprises, improve the service chain from training and evaluation to employment and income increase, effectively resolve structural employment contradictions, and promote the suitability of people to jobs, the use of people's strengths, and the full use of talents.
Highlight professionalism and improve skill level.
"The ratio of soup ingredients is the difficulty. Snails, big bones, etc. must be processed first..." In the Liuzhou No. 1 Vocational Technical School (柳州市第一职业技术学校), Li Wensen (李文森), a teacher in the Department of Cooking Technology and Management, showed ingredients while explaining to the students. On the other side of the screen, many people were listening to the class online.
Li Wensen has been engaged in the cooking industry for more than 30 years and is a local labor brand image spokesperson. He introduced that the Liuzhou Human Resources and Social Security Bureau has formulated the "Special Vocational Ability Assessment Specification" for Luosifen cooking and launched related courses. As long as students pass the assessment, they can obtain the "Special Vocational Ability Certificate," which has the same effect as cooking-related vocational grade certificates. The human resources and social security department will also recommend positions for students. Since 2021, Li Wensen's school alone has trained more than 9,000 students.
In the face of new industrial changes and new demands, the training content is constantly enriched. "For entrepreneurs, we have added business management courses such as store site selection and cost control. In addition, we are also preparing to open a new pre-packaging worker training course," Li Wensen said.
Liuzhou also hosted the "Bagui Rice Noodle Master (Luosifen)" teacher training class, which has trained 200 teachers, effectively solving industry problems such as inconsistent cooking standards and difficult food safety control.
Strengthen practicality and closely follow employment needs.
"The pipe is fixed, but the technique is flexible, and it can be moved according to the product design for welding." In the training workshop of the Pingxiang County Welder Technical School Training Center (平乡县焊工技校培训中心), Principal Wang Jingquan (王景全) held a cut steel pipe and demonstrated the essentials of overhead welding to the students.
Welder is a scarce type of work in the children's vehicle industry. The local human resources and social security department regularly summarizes the employment needs of enterprises to the welder school, and the school opens classes as needed to accurately match employment. "We don't charge tuition for training, we guarantee teaching and learning, and we recommend positions," Wang Jingquan introduced. The school has trained more than 2,400 welders in 2025, an increase of more than 600 people compared to 2024.
"The teachers teach hand-in-hand until they teach you," said student Li Jianzhu (李建柱). "I have mastered several welding methods, and I can get started immediately when I enter the factory."
Improve enthusiasm and stimulate learning enthusiasm.
"Ventilation management should pay attention to wind speed and air volume, insect-proof nets should not have any omissions, and pruning should not damage the main buds..." At the Ganoderma lucidum planting management special training class held in Guanxian County, Cao Ziying (曹子英), chairman of Shandong Sanxiu Biotechnology Co., Ltd., gave a live "treasure of experience," and the students listened with great interest.
"Increasing production and income, and expanding sales channels, the 'secrets' are all in the classroom," Cao Ziying said. Whenever it comes to the key nodes of Ganoderma lucidum planting, local Ganoderma lucidum farmers actively sign up to participate. "We will also hold Ganoderma lucidum bonsai making skill competitions, with a bonus of 10,000 yuan for the first place, to encourage everyone to show their unique skills and strive to become experts."
Every time he participates in the competition, Wang Bingqin gains a lot: "Not to mention whether I can win a prize, just looking at other people's works can immediately find the gap and open my eyes."
Promote industrial upgrading and stimulate talent dividends.
The construction of labor brands is transforming from simple labor export to industrial integration. Promoting the coordinated linkage between labor brands and the industrial chain will lay a solid talent foundation for enhancing industrial awareness, recognition, and reputation.
In Guanxian County, Ganoderma lucidum is not only a Chinese medicinal material, but has also been developed into a popular bonsai. "Ganoderma lucidum bonsai has high ornamental value and is a popular online product," said Liu Guocui (刘国翠), chairman of Shandong Xianzhi Guan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. The production of bonsai relies on the skills of employees. Originally, without systematic training, the grafting survival rate of bonsai was low, there was a lot of miscellaneous bacteria contamination, and the quality of the products was unstable. After labor brand training, a single Ganoderma lucidum greenhouse can increase income by five or six thousand yuan.
"The construction of labor brands directly faces farmers, solving the pain points of skills not keeping up, quality not improving, and market conditions not being clear. Through rolling out standardized training and continuously updating technical standards, it provides a solid talent and system guarantee for the industry," said the relevant person in charge of the Guanxian County Human Resources and Social Security Bureau.
For large-scale enterprises, labor brands efficiently fill the employment gap.
"In recent years, Pingxiang children's vehicle orders have increased and production capacity has improved, and enterprises have also encountered many challenges," an enterprise负责人 (fù zé rén - "person in charge," head) in Xingtai analyzed. In the past, enterprises needed to train their own talents. When encountering urgent orders, it was difficult to find skilled workers in a short period of time, which delayed product delivery. "Fortunately, the county has created a labor brand, which can continuously deliver high-quality talents."
The relevant person in charge of the Pingxiang County Human Resources and Social Security Bureau said that the "Pingxiang Children's Vehicle People" (平乡童车人) labor brand has filled the gaps in positions such as sewing workers and injection molding workers through vocational school-oriented training and enterprise engineer on-site training, stabilizing the annual production capacity of 155 million bicycles and children's vehicles. In order to meet the needs of industrial transformation, the labor brand has also gradually improved the entire chain talent system from research and development, manufacturing to e-commerce sales, helping the industry move from OEM to mid-to-high-end manufacturing.
For the catering industry, homogeneous competition and insufficient brand premium are prominent shortcomings.
The "Bagui Rice Noodle Master" (八桂米粉师傅) labor brand helps the industry get out of "involution" and enhance its overall competitiveness by selecting the "Top Ten Brands" of Luosifen, promoting collective trademark authorization, and strengthening intellectual property protection.
"The construction of labor brands integrates measures such as skill master endorsements, special events, and exhibition promotions, and jointly enhances the standardization, scale, and branding of Liuzhou Luosifen. More and more highly skilled talents are joining, enhancing consumer recognition and industrial competitiveness, and helping Luosifen go to the whole country and sell overseas," said the relevant person in charge of the Liuzhou Human Resources and Social Security Bureau.
The relevant person in charge of the Employment Promotion Department of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said that it is necessary to continue to polish the "golden signboard" of labor brands to drive employment and serve the industry, pay more attention to industrial driving, cultivate leading labor brand enterprises in advanced manufacturing, modern service industries, etc., build industry and regional alliances, build a production, supply, and marketing docking platform, and help more workers rely on labor brands to develop skills and increase income.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing (北京) on April 8th (潘俊强). On the 8th, Beijing (北京) released the "15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development of Beijing Municipality" (北京市国民经济和社会发展第十五个五年规划纲要) (hereinafter referred to as the "Plan" (《纲要》)). The "Plan" (《纲要》) proposes to build new urban vitality zones. Beijing (北京) will create four new urban vitality zones: the Grand Canal (大运河) Pleasant Waterfront Space, the "Two Parks and One River" (两园一河) Waterfront Living Room, the South Central Axis (南中轴) "Future Axis," and the Olympic International Reception Hall (奥林匹克国际会客厅).
The "Plan" (《纲要》) proposes that along the "Two Axes" (两轴) of the Central Axis (中轴线) and Chang'an Avenue (长安街) and their extensions, ecological restoration of space, cultural inheritance of memory, and industrial activation of energy will be used to create new regional vitality spaces, drive functional reshaping from point to surface, and fully reflect the organic unity of urban vitality and order.
Create a pleasant waterfront space along the Grand Canal (大运河). Strengthen the restoration of waterways, the inheritance of cultural context, and the revival of commercial context to create a model of mutual integration of canal culture and modern vitality. Construct a hundred-mile water corridor that strings scenic spots into chains, build important nodes such as Source Island, and promote the functional improvement and quality shaping of waterfront spaces in key sections of the North Canal (北运河) and Tonghui River (通惠河) with "one section, one feature." Connect key areas such as the Grand Canal (大运河) 5A-level cultural tourism scenic spot, the Canal Business District (运河商务区), and the Urban Green Heart to create integrated consumption scenarios.
Build a "Two Parks and One River" (两园一河) waterfront living room. Adhere to the coordinated and联动 development of the "Two Parks and One River" (两园一河). Coordinate the flood control safety and ecological environment construction and protection of the Yongding River (永定河) to achieve the full line of water system connectivity, smooth transportation network, unbounded park opening, and landscape visual corridor connection. Promote the protection, renewal, and group development of the Wanping City (宛平城) - Lugou Bridge (卢沟桥) - Changxindian (长辛店) Red Culture Area. Promote the high-quality construction of the Shougang Park (首钢园) North District Convention and Exhibition Town to create a fashionable emerging consumption destination and a science fiction industry cluster area.
Construct the "Future Axis" (未来轴线) of the South Central Axis (南中轴). Beijing (北京) will build national-level major cultural facilities such as the National Museum of Natural History (国家自然博物馆) and the Capital Planning Exhibition Hall (首都规划展览馆), and create a number of high-quality projects and iconic nodes on the central axis. Improve the quality of the Nanyuan Forest Wetland Park (南苑森林湿地公园), carry out the "Brighten Liangshui River" (点靓凉水河) action, and gradually build a north-south urban greenway. Accelerate industrial transformation and upgrading, and develop industries such as digital cultural expo experience and "artificial intelligence + culture."
Create an Olympic International Reception Hall (奥林匹克国际会客厅). Comprehensively enhance the "Dual Olympic" brand influence, industrial development driving force, and environmental quality attractiveness of the Olympic Central Area (奥林匹克中心区), and enhance international exchanges and national sports culture functions. Innovatively develop "Dual Olympic" themed routes, cultural activities, and IP products. Efficiently utilize various venues, facilities, and spatial resources to strengthen the linkage of high-quality events, large-scale performances, and business exhibitions. Create a high-quality Olympic Forest Park (奥林匹克森林公园) and enhance the carrying capacity of the Olympic Central Area (奥林匹克中心区) scenic spot.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on April 8th (Reporter Sun Xiuyan (孙秀艳)) - The National Organization for Drug Joint Procurement Office (国家组织药品联合采购办公室) recently issued an announcement stating that Beijing Fukangren Biopharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd.'s (北京阜康仁生物制药科技有限公司) dopamine hydrochloride injection and Hetero Labs Limited's dapagliflozin tablets failed to supply the agreed-upon procurement volume according to the centralized volume-based procurement agreement. Despite urging from relevant departments after interviews, they were still unable to meet the needs of medical institutions. After collective review by relevant member units of the National Organization for Drug Joint Procurement Office (国家组织药品联合采购办公室), it was determined that the aforementioned two companies violated the commitments made in their application materials and violated the relevant clauses of the centralized procurement documents. The Joint Procurement Office (联合采购办公室) decided to cancel the winning bid qualification of Beijing Fukangren Biopharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd.'s (北京阜康仁生物制药科技有限公司) dopamine hydrochloride injection and Hetero Labs Limited's dapagliflozin tablets, and at the same time, include the two companies in the violation list, canceling their eligibility to participate in the National Organization for Drug Centralized Procurement activities from April 3, 2026, to April 2, 2030.
According to the relevant provisions of the procurement documents, the main supply area for Beijing Fukangren Biopharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd.'s (北京阜康仁生物制药科技有限公司) dopamine hydrochloride injection will initiate a supply enterprise replacement procedure, with the reserve supply enterprise replacing it as the main supply enterprise and supplying at its winning bid price; the agreed-upon procurement volume of Hetero Labs Limited's dapagliflozin tablets will be independently selected by the involved medical institutions from other winning bid enterprises of the variety.
Return to TopBeijing, April 8th (Reported by Li Xinping (李心萍)) A reporter learned from China Railway Express Co., Ltd. (中铁快运股份有限公司) (hereinafter referred to as "China Railway Express" (中铁快运)): Starting from April 8th, the railway department, based on the successful trial operation of high-speed rail pet consignment services in the early stage, launched the "Pet Travel" service, providing two consignment modes: "Traveling with Pets" and "Pets Traveling Alone." The number of high-speed rail stations handling pet consignment services has increased to 121, and the number of trains has increased to 228, which will better meet the diverse needs of passengers.
The "Traveling with Pets" service is mainly for ticketed passengers. Passengers can use the "Pet Consignment" function on the Railway 12306 client to check tickets and pet consignment space. Train services that provide pet consignment services are marked with the word "Pet." Passengers can purchase tickets online and book the same-train pet consignment service. The earliest reservation for the next day's space can be made before 12:00 noon every day, and the earliest reservation for the third day's space can be made after 12:00 noon (inclusive). Each passenger can consign up to 2 pets that meet the regulations on the same train.
The "Pets Traveling Alone" service is mainly for customers other than ticketed passengers. Customers can make reservations and submit pet-related information and photos through the "China Railway Express" (中铁快运) WeChat mini-program 2 to 5 days before the consignment date. Each customer can consign up to 1 pet that meets the regulations on a single train trip. After the reservation is successful, passengers or customers need to bring their pets, valid ID documents, and a valid "Animal Quarantine Certificate" (《动物检疫合格证明》) to the China Railway Express (中铁快运) business department at the departure high-speed rail station to complete the consignment procedures at the agreed time. After arriving at the destination station, pets can be collected according to the SMS prompts from China Railway Express (中铁快运).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 刘军国
"From 'registered in the district, operating outside' to settling down and taking root, the six demands we raised were all resolved within a month. The efficiency is particularly high!" The head of Hangzhou Kangyun Biotechnology Co., Ltd. praised the services of the Yintai City Business Community (银泰城商务社区) in Gongshu District (拱墅区), Hangzhou (杭州), Zhejiang Province (浙江省).
Previously, community workers discovered that this company was facing difficulties such as changes in medical device permits during "sweeping the buildings and running to enterprises" (扫楼跑企). They immediately collaborated with the market supervision, taxation, and other departments to form a professional service team, helping to solve the problems within a month and effectively safeguarding the company's development.
This is a vivid microcosm of Gongshu District (拱墅区) using business communities as a starting point to promote refined governance of the building economy and serve new quality productive forces. Since 2022, Gongshu District (拱墅区) has continued to deepen the construction of business communities under the leadership of Party building, building 30实体化 (shí tǐ huà - "substantialized," operating in a tangible and practical manner) business communities in the most economically active areas, covering 621 key buildings and more than 30,000 enterprises in the district.
Sweeping the buildings reveals real problems; running to enterprises fosters genuine feelings. Each business community closely focuses on the needs of enterprises and employees, sorting out three lists: "what enterprises need," "what employees expect," and "what the community can do," integrating high-frequency services in the enterprise service center for precise matching.
"I used to think that office buildings were just places to work, but now with business communities, I feel a much stronger sense of belonging," an employee working in an artificial intelligence company said with emotion. The Huijin International Business Community (汇金国际商务社区) regularly carries out services such as traditional Chinese medicine free clinics to address the sub-health problems of white-collar workers in the buildings, covering more than 2,000 people. This year, it has also innovatively launched a "healthy weight loss" program, providing full-process health guidance and effectively enhancing employees' sense of gain, happiness, and security.
The continuous optimization of the soft environment for services ultimately translates into the hard power of industrial agglomeration. The Huijin International Business Community (汇金国际商务社区), anchored in the construction of new quality productive force clusters, has introduced 238 benchmark science and technology innovation enterprises such as "Zhe Li Xin" (浙里信), and has promoted the formation of technical cooperation relationships among more than 30 enterprises through a series of matchmaking meetings. An industrial ecosystem of internal collaboration and mutual empowerment is accelerating its formation.
In the next step, Gongshu District (拱墅区) will continue to deepen the construction of business communities under the leadership of Party building,凝聚 (níng jù - "coagulate," to gather together) young talents through holding distinctive activities, and draw a modern picture of a business environment and urban vitality coexisting.
Return to TopOn April 7th, at the Shengshi Dong Village Kindergarten in Tongdao Dong Autonomous County (通道侗族自治县), Huaihua City (怀化市), Hunan Province (湖南省), children participated in outdoor games during their large class break.
The Tongdao County (通道县) education department, through carrying out rich and colorful outdoor games, fun physical activities, and other activities, allows children to release their nature, strengthen their physique, and reap happiness in sports.
Photo by Li Shangyin (李尚引) (People's Vision (人民视觉))
Return to Top(People's Daily, Guiyang, April 8th) (Reporter Cheng Huan (程焕)) Guizhou Province recently issued the "Three-Year Work Plan for High-Quality Development of Guizhou Matcha Industry (2026-2028)", which clarifies that by 2028, Guizhou (贵州) will build more than 200,000 mu of matcha base, more than 10 matcha production lines, and more than 300 tencha production lines, achieving a matcha output of more than 8,000 tons and a comprehensive output value of about 8 billion yuan, and cultivate 1 matcha enterprise with a value of 1 billion yuan.
Focusing on the idea of "expanding scale, improving quality, expanding market, and establishing brand", the plan deploys five major key projects: scale increase, quality improvement, market expansion, brand cultivation, and integrated development. It plans to cultivate more than 20 matcha-related enterprises with sales revenue of more than 20 million yuan by 2028, and establish more than 5 overseas sales centers.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 季 芳 刘硕阳
"If you don't lose weight in the spring, you'll only be sad in the summer." As the temperature warms up and the human metabolism accelerates, many people believe that spring is a good time for weight management, hence this catchy rhyme among netizens.
Recently, topics such as "The nation is calling on you to lose weight" have quickly gone viral on online platforms. What are the precautions for scientific weight management? What are the common misconceptions in the process of "controlling your mouth and moving your legs"? A reporter interviewed relevant experts.
A Healthy Body Is Not Starved
Scientific weight management begins with accurately assessing one's own condition, avoiding the pursuit of rapid weight loss. Wang Xiangdong (王向东), Director of the Institute of Sports Science at Jimei University (集美大学), advises that weight management is not about being as thin as possible, but about maintaining weight within a healthy and appropriate range. The key is regular diet, scientific exercise, and long-term adherence, rather than extreme dieting or crash diets. "Weight loss should not be too rapid, especially for the elderly, pregnant women, and people with underlying diseases, who should not blindly follow trends. Weight management emphasizes gradual progress, both seeing changes and maintaining health," says Wang Xiangdong (王向东).
A reasonable diet is an important part of weight management, but it is by no means simply dieting. Rather, it is about achieving nutritional balance under the premise of controlling total energy intake, consolidating the foundation of "eating and moving in balance."
Wang Mengdie (王梦蝶), Assistant Researcher at the China Institute of Sport Science (国家体育总局体育科学研究所), states that the diet during fat loss should follow the principle of "negative energy balance," moderately controlling total calories while ensuring basic nutrition, and it must be gradual to avoid excessive dieting. At the same time, the nutritional structure should be optimized, appropriately increasing the proportion of high-quality protein intake, preferentially selecting low-glycemic index carbohydrates, and ensuring sufficient dietary fiber intake.
"A healthy body is not starved, but eaten more reasonably," says Wang Xiangdong (王向东). Diet needs to focus on moderate total intake and balanced combination, minimizing the intake of high-energy foods such as fried foods, desserts, and sugary drinks. Regular meals are far more important than fluctuating food intake. A light and calm diet is often more conducive to long-term adherence than simply "harsh control."
Reasonable Exercise, No Need to Pursue High Intensity from the Start
Reasonable exercise is an important support for weight management, which can effectively increase energy consumption and help maintain muscle mass and increase basal metabolic rate. However, experts remind that simply losing weight is not equal to losing fat, and may not achieve the expected health goals.
"The weight loss process may include water loss, muscle loss, and fat loss. If accompanied by a large amount of muscle loss, it will reduce resting energy consumption and increase the risk of weight rebound in the later stage," says Wang Mengdie (王梦蝶). Scientific weight loss should focus on body composition management, maintaining or increasing "lean body mass" through moderate intake of high-quality protein and regular resistance training while losing fat. Maintaining appropriate muscle mass can shape a more shapely body and support healthier body functions.
How can exercise be more effective? Experts suggest that the general population should accumulate 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise or 75 minutes of high-intensity aerobic exercise per week, combined with strength training 2 times or more per week. Aerobic exercises such as brisk walking, jogging, cycling, and swimming are versatile and easy to stick to. If supplemented with resistance exercises such as squats, push-ups, and elastic band training, it will be more conducive to fat loss and maintaining muscle mass.
"Burpees, jumping jacks, and other whole-body movements are more efficient in terms of fat loss," Wang Mengdie (王梦蝶) explains. A burpee can significantly increase heart rate and breathing frequency in a short period of time, prompting the body to consume energy efficiently, thereby achieving a considerable fat-burning effect.
Wang Xiangdong (王向东) said that the key to fat-loss exercise is persistence, and it is necessary to make good use of fragmented activity time, "movement is beneficial." He also reminds beginners that there is no need to pursue high intensity from the start. Compared with practicing hard for a while, it is more important to do what you can, proceed gradually, and let exercise naturally integrate into daily life.
Develop Healthy Habits, Weight Management Is More Effective
Weight management seems to be about managing weight, but in essence, it is about managing lifestyle. Regular work and rest, sufficient sleep, reducing staying up late, avoiding sedentary behavior, and actively regulating stress—these habits are closely related to weight changes.
"Many people think that weight loss is only related to diet and exercise. In fact, lack of sleep and disordered life rhythm will also affect appetite regulation, metabolic efficiency, and behavioral persistence," Wang Xiangdong (王向东) analyzes. Adjusting the rhythm of life and gradually developing healthy habits, weight management is often more effective.
Experts suggest that while controlling weight, it is more important to protect overall health. Ordinary people should ensure sleep quality every day, avoid staying up late, and adhere to regular work and rest. Learn to regulate emotions, and relieve stress through listening to music, deep breathing, reading, etc. At the same time, eliminate emotional eating and prevent binge eating.
For the elderly population, the focus of weight management is not only "losing weight," but also preventing muscle loss, malnutrition, and drastic weight fluctuations. In terms of diet, attention should be paid to food diversity to ensure sufficient intake of high-quality protein. In terms of exercise, it is necessary to adhere to the principles of safety, moderation, and regularity, and you can choose walking, Tai Chi (太极拳), balance exercises, and simple strength training.
Wang Xiangdong (王向东) said that for the elderly, weight management is valuable in "stability"—neither can weight be allowed to continue to increase, nor should excessive dieting be pursued in order to pursue thinness. If the weight drops significantly in a short period of time, or if there are chronic diseases, frailty, or difficulty swallowing, medical evaluation should be sought in time.
"Weight management is not about competing with the numbers on the scale, but about gradually developing a sustainable lifestyle with a healthy diet, regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and a stable mindset. Long-term adherence is the most effective weight management method," says Wang Xiangdong (王向东).
■Tips
How to Practice Burpees
When practicing burpees, relax your body, stand with your feet naturally apart, and let your arms hang naturally. Then bend down and squat, place your hands on the ground in front of your feet, shoulder-width apart, push your feet back at the same time, into a plank position and complete a standard push-up. Then bring your feet back to the starting position, take your hands off the ground, push off the ground with your feet and jump up, while raising your hands over your head to clap. During the exercise, pay attention to inhaling when squatting and exhaling when standing up and jumping, and try to keep the movements consistent.
Burpees can mobilize multiple large muscle groups in the whole body at the same time. The technical movements are simple and the intensity is high, and the fat loss effect is significant. It is recommended to repeat 10 to 15 times per set and practice 3 to 4 sets per day.
(Reported by Liu Shuoyang (刘硕阳), this newspaper)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 申少铁
"Working hard all day and forcing yourself to run 5 kilometers is not self-discipline, but overdrawing your health." Liu Jian (刘健), Director of the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at Peking University People's Hospital (北京大学人民医院), believes that when the body is tired, the sympathetic nervous system is in a state of over-excitation, and the heart rate and blood pressure are already at a relatively high level. At this time, performing moderate to high-intensity exercises such as running will further stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, leading to an increase in heart rate and a sharp increase in myocardial oxygen consumption. However, in a state of fatigue, the heart's ability to supply blood and oxygen decreases, and the two form a contradiction, which may lead to myocardial ischemia, arrhythmia, and other problems. If there are potential cardiovascular diseases, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, congenital heart disease, etc. in young people, and coronary heart disease, etc. in middle-aged and elderly people, the risk of sudden death during strenuous exercise will be significantly increased.
"Regular and moderate exercise can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease." Liu Jian (刘健) said that office workers can consider some "exercise snacks," which is to break down daily physical activities into multiple short, easy-to-implement fragmented exercise programs. For example, do stretching and squats during work breaks, and take walks or climb stairs during lunch breaks or after work.
Wang Quanjian (王健全), Director of the Department of Sports Medicine at Peking University Third Hospital (北京大学第三医院), believes that it is necessary to appropriately adjust the intensity of exercise according to individual tolerance, and moderate exercise is scientific. Before exercise, do appropriate warm-up activities and pay attention to the sports venue and environmental factors; during exercise, pay attention to the principle of gradual progress and do not be greedy; after exercise, do stretching exercises to relax muscles and joints.
As spring warms up, all things in nature grow, and the human body is prone to "spring fatigue," which is mainly manifested as drowsiness, fatigue, and listlessness. Liu Qingquan (刘清泉), President of Beijing Chinese Medicine Hospital (北京中医医院) affiliated to Capital Medical University (首都医科大学), suggests that the overall principle of exercise in spring is mild and moderate, with "slight sweating and no fatigue" as the degree. You can choose according to your physical condition, such as riding a bicycle slowly in a place with a good environment to move your limbs and relax your body and mind; or practice one or two sets of Tai Chi according to your physical strength to move your muscles and bones and calm your mind.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 郝迎灿
In Shenyang (沈阳), Liaoning (辽宁) Province, the home of ski athletes Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) and Wang Xindi (王心迪), a medal wall composed of more than 160 World Championship medals bears witness to the couple's love affair with ice and snow. At the Milan Winter Olympics, Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) and Wang Xindi (王心迪) both won gold medals, and netizens nicknamed them the "Peach Heart Couple."
Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) and Wang Xindi (王心迪) first met in 2007, a turning point for both of them. 17-year-old Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) suffered an injury and returned to Shenyang Sport University (沈阳体育学院) for rehabilitation. Wang Xindi (王心迪) also switched from gymnastics to freestyle skiing and came to Shenyang (沈阳).
Their life trajectories have many similarities: both became involved with gymnastics at the age of 6, and both chose to switch to freestyle skiing aerials at the age of 12; both started from the Affiliated Competitive Sports School of Shenyang Sport University (沈阳体育学院附属竞技体育学校); both cried in the middle of the night for rankings and injuries, but always remained passionate about the arena. Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) once said that this understanding became the foundation for their mutual attraction and support.
At the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, both of them performed poorly: Wang Xindi (王心迪) had an abnormal performance in the preliminary round and failed to qualify for the final, and Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) competed with an injury and fell heavily in the final. After returning to China, Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) underwent meniscus removal surgery on both legs, and her career faced a major setback. "During that time, Xindi (心迪) stayed with me in the hospital for a month, holding an electrotherapy device to help me with rehabilitation, and listening to me repeatedly express my confusion," Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) said. During the most difficult days, Wang Xindi (王心迪) became her most solid support, "It was because of his and his family's careful care that I only spent less than 5 months from surgery to recovery training."
At the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) won gold, but Wang Xindi (王心迪) failed to advance to the final. The gap in performance brought pressure to Wang Xindi (王心迪) and made him fall into self-doubt. Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) silently stayed by Wang Xindi's (王心迪) side, helping him analyze the reasons for the failure of the competition, reviewing the action videos frame by frame, and using her own experience to help him adjust his mentality and optimize details.
They held their wedding in 2022, and Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) made a vow: "To become Winter Olympic champions together with Wang Xindi (王心迪)!" Since then, the two set off together towards the Milan Winter Olympics.
星光不负赶路人 (xīng guāng bù fù gǎn lù rén - "Starlight will not fail those who hurry on their way," meaning those who work hard will eventually be rewarded). The Milan Winter Olympics became a highlight moment for both of them. "Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃) defended her title with injuries in five Winter Olympics, and Wang Xindi (王心迪) reversed the situation and won the championship after two failures. Such a story is moving," said She Yu (佘宇), director of the Liaoning Provincial Winter Sports Management Center (辽宁省冬季运动管理中心).
"We still want to participate in the next Winter Olympics," said Xu Mengtao (徐梦桃). Although the wind and snow in Milan have stopped, their story continues.
Return to TopFrom April 21st to 25th, the 2026 Asian Lacrosse Championship will be held in Chengdu (成都), Sichuan (四川). With the inclusion of lacrosse as a new official competition event in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, this sport has attracted increasing attention.
Running, throwing, shooting—lacrosse is not like playing tennis, but rather a bit like playing hockey with a net.
It is a team sport, and the tacit cooperation and physical collisions make it very watchable. During the game, both sides of players hold a stick with a net at the top, use the net to control the movement of the ball, pass the ball by throwing and catching, and shoot the ball into the opponent's goal to score.
Due to the relatively intense confrontation, players generally wear protective gear during the game. Taking six-on-six lacrosse as an example, each side of the game consists of 6 players, including 1 goalkeeper.
Six-on-six matches are divided into 4 quarters, each lasting 8 minutes. There is a time limit for the offense, 30 seconds each time. Within 30 seconds, the attacking side must attempt to shoot; if they fail to complete the shot by the time limit, they must hand over possession.
The side with more goals at the end of the game wins. If there is a tie, a 4-minute overtime will be played, and the side that scores first wins. If there are no goals at the end of overtime, overtime will continue until a winner is determined.
(Reported by Song Haoxin (宋豪新), reporter of this newspaper)
Return to TopBeijing, April 8 (Reporter Sun Longfei (孙龙飞), People's Daily Online reporter Li Naiyan (李乃妍)) The Chinese Table Tennis Association (中国乒协) released a message on the 8th, confirming the list of athletes who will participate in the 2026 International Table Tennis Federation World Table Tennis Championships Team Competition for the Chinese National Table Tennis Team (中国乒乓球队). The men's team consists of Wang Chuqin (王楚钦), Lin Shidong (林诗栋), Zhou Qihao (周启豪), Xiang Peng (向鹏), and Liang Jingkun (梁靖崑); the women's team consists of Sun Yingsha (孙颖莎), Wang Manyu (王曼昱), Chen Xingtong (陈幸同), Kuai Man (蒯曼), and Wang Yidi (王艺迪).
According to the selection method, Fan Zhendong (樊振东), as the men's singles champion of the adult group in the 15th National Games table tennis event, could be directly selected for the men's team lineup of this World Table Tennis Championships. The Chinese Table Tennis Association (中国乒协) proactively consulted Fan Zhendong (樊振东) himself regarding participation matters, and Fan Zhendong (樊振东) stated that he voluntarily gave up his qualification to participate due to personal reasons.
This World Table Tennis Championships Team Competition will be held in London, England from April 28 to May 10. Qin Zhijian (秦志戬), head coach of the Chinese National Table Tennis Team (国乒队), said that the men's team has entered a stage of generational transition after the Paris Olympics, and faces greater competitive pressure. They need to strive for the championship through collective efforts and active preparation; the women's team lineup is currently the strongest in terms of overall strength, world ranking, and age structure. He hopes that they can do their best, strive for victory with all their strength, and defend their honor.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing (北京) on April 8th (Reporter Ji Fang (季芳)) On the 7th local time, in the 10-meter air rifle mixed team event final at the 2026 International Shooting Sport Federation World Cup in Spain, the Chinese team combination Wang Zifei (王子菲) / Sheng Lihao (盛李豪) reversed the situation to win the championship, taking the first World Cup stage gold medal of the season for both of them.
In this competition, the Chinese team sent two groups of athletes, Wang Zifei (王子菲) / Sheng Lihao (盛李豪) and Zhang Qianying (张倩颖) / Ma Sihan (马思涵), to participate in the event. Both pairs of combinations successfully passed the qualifying round and advanced to the final together.
At the beginning of the final, the Wang Zifei (王子菲) / Sheng Lihao (盛李豪) combination entered the state slightly slower, and temporarily ranked second after the first round, with the Hungarian combination Dénes / Péni taking the lead. In the second round, the two quickly adjusted their state and successfully surpassed their opponents to rise to the top of the leaderboard. In the subsequent third and fourth rounds, the two cooperated tacitly and always maintained a leading advantage.
The suspense appeared in the fifth round, and the Hungarian combination achieved a reversal with a slight advantage with their accurate performance. The situation on the field changed suddenly, and the 3 shots in the last round became the key to winning the championship. At the critical moment, the two Chinese players withstood the pressure and responded calmly, successfully returning to the leading position. In the end, the two locked in the victory, the Hungarian combination won the silver medal, the Norwegian combination won the bronze medal, and the Zhang Qianying (张倩颖) / Ma Sihan (马思涵) combination, who competed in the World Cup for the first time, ranked fourth.
The 10-meter air rifle is a dominant event for the Chinese shooting team. This victory has injected strong confidence into the team's subsequent preparations for international competitions. After the game, Wang Zifei (王子菲) and Sheng Lihao (盛李豪) said that this gold medal is an affirmation of their recent training results, and it has also allowed the two to accumulate valuable experience in major competition cooperation. In the future, they will continue to polish their skills and improve their state, and strive to achieve better results in the new season.
In the 10-meter air pistol mixed team final held on the same day, the Chinese team combination Yao Qianxun (姚千寻) / Hu Kai (胡凯) also performed well and won the silver medal.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 8th (Reporter Tao Xiang'an (陶相安)) The 2026 FIG World Cup Cairo Station recently concluded, with the Chinese team, mainly composed of young athletes, performing well, winning 3 gold, 2 silver, and 3 bronze medals.
For this competition, the Chinese gymnastics team sent 7 athletes, many of whom were making their World Cup debut.
In the women's floor exercise final, up-and-coming star Ke Qinqin (柯沁沁), who emerged at the National Games, performed excellently, winning her first World Cup gold medal. In the women's balance beam final, although Ke Qinqin's (柯沁沁) performance had flaws, she still won a silver medal. "Unexpected situations can happen at any time during the competition, so you must learn to adjust your mentality and dare to perform the movements," she said. "I will apply the experience gained from this competition to my next training session and complete the new movements I have learned even better."
In other women's singles finals, Jiang Shuting (蒋淑婷), who participated in the World Cup for the first time, won a silver medal in the women's uneven bars, and Yu Linmin (虞琳敏) won a bronze medal in the women's vault. Qiu Qiyuan (邱祺缘), who is in the recovery period after surgery, won a bronze medal in the women's balance beam event. She said, "Due to the injury, the preparation process for this World Cup was relatively rushed, and I am quite satisfied to be able to complete the competition smoothly." In this competition, Algerian star Nemour performed well, winning gold medals in the women's balance beam and women's uneven bars respectively. Talking about the performance of her old opponent, Qiu Qiyuan (邱祺缘) said, "Her performance was very good, which is also an encouragement to me."
In the men's singles finals, Chinese team athletes Li Hongyan (李鸿颜) and Liu Yang (刘洋) were in the leading positions in their respective event qualifiers and continued their good form into the finals, winning gold medals in the men's horizontal bar and men's parallel bars respectively. "As long as you consolidate your usual training results, you will naturally get good competition results," Li Hongyan (李鸿颜) said. In addition, Liu Yang (刘洋) also won a bronze medal in the men's rings.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 韩晓萌 李博文 詹蕙兰
The wave of artificial intelligence is sweeping the globe. How should young people face the challenges and seize the opportunities? A dialogue about the future recently took place at the Asian Civilisations Museum in Singapore.
"Many people say that we should take advantage of the wave of artificial intelligence. I believe that we young people from China, Singapore, and all over the world are the wave itself." Xu Huazhe (许华哲), assistant professor at the Institute for Interdisciplinary Information Sciences at Tsinghua University, won rounds of applause with his confident words. Ke Zhengwei (柯政纬), CEO of Accredify in Singapore, also believes: "Now is the best time to join the technology industry. The threshold for learning artificial intelligence is never age, but a person's mindset."
The roundtable dialogue, themed "Dialogue with the Future, Building Bridges," was hosted by the New Media Center of People's Daily and co-organized by Singapore's *Lianhe Zaobao* (《联合早报》). Twelve young people from China and Singapore from various fields engaged in enthusiastic and in-depth exchanges on the three major topics of technological innovation, revitalization of traditional culture, and sustainable development (see photo, taken by Xuan Ye (玄晔)).
"Finding a New Position in Change"
How far is artificial intelligence from truly becoming "human"?
Xu Huazhe (许华哲) boldly predicted: "The development speed of artificial intelligence is getting faster and faster. In five years, it may enter a technological singularity of 'self-developing artificial intelligence'." As a young scholar in the field of embodied intelligence, his ultimate vision for robots is to make a squirrel-shaped mandarin fish. From preparing the ingredients and processing the fish to controlling the oil temperature during cooking, every step is a great test of the robot's sensitivity.
Chen Weihua (陈威华), design director of LionsBot in Singapore, who also works in the robotics industry, said that his focus is on using technology to "continuously and reliably" replace manpower to complete repetitive tasks. He believes that the existing large language models are unpredictable, and humans "cannot afford the last 1% of error" in actual operating scenarios.
Du Chao (杜超), CFO and Vice President of Guangdong HT Aero Technology, expressed his understanding from a historical perspective: "Every technological change in history, from the steam engine to the Internet, is often accompanied by anxiety and unease. But humans have never been replaced by technology, but have learned to coexist with technology and find new positions in change." He emphasized that the Chinese and Singaporean governments have played an important role in promoting the development of strategic emerging industries and guiding the whole society to adapt to technological progress.
"Let Traditional Culture Radiate New Vitality"
The Sino-Singaporean youth dialogue not only looks to the future, but also focuses on history and traditional culture.
Chinese designer Long Hongziwei (龙红紫娓) showcased the jewelry she made by extracting elements from the Yi ethnic culture. In her opinion, traditional culture should not be cold exhibits in museums and should not be 束之高阁 (shù zhī gāo gé - "tie it up and place it on a high shelf," to put something away and not use it; to shelve). She said: "To let traditional culture radiate new vitality, it must resonate with the current lifestyle and audience. Only by carrying historical and cultural roots can we better look to the future." Zhang Heyang (张鹤杨), a reporter from Singapore's *Lianhe Zaobao* (《联合早报》), said in the dialogue that traditional culture helps enrich the spiritual world of modern young people.
Deng Kun (邓坤), a young artist based in Hufengshan Village (虎峰山村) in Chongqing, used wood carvings to record the life scenes of the villagers, giving the Singaporean audience a direct understanding of China's new countryside. Deng Kun (邓坤) said: "Art comes from life. As a new villager, what I have to do is to record the real rural landscape through the traditional technique of wood carving."
Singaporean paper artist, Hui Peili (许佩丽), used her hands to interpret the unique value of handicrafts in a fast-paced society. Her large-scale paper art installations have stood in urban landmarks such as Gardens by the Bay (滨海湾花园) and Cavenagh Bridge (加文纳桥), becoming a beautiful landscape in the garden city. "I hope my works can create a 'pause moment' for citizens, allowing people to temporarily put down their mobile phones, stop their hurried steps, look at these artworks constructed of paper, and think about the connection between nature and life," Hui Peili (许佩丽) described her original intention when creating.
"Let Green Concepts Enter Public Life"
How to build a sustainable future? How to correctly understand the relationship between man and nature, tradition and the future?
Chen Kan (陈瞰) from Chengdu TAB Too Architecture Atelier, said that a sustainable future is not a mechanical balance between historical accumulation and future needs, but to achieve the harmonious coexistence and common prosperity of the ancient and the modern, and of humans and all things. Chen Kan (陈瞰) took the old city renovation project in Songyang (松阳), Zhejiang, in which he participated as an example, vividly explaining how to reweave the historical memory of the city and mountains through three-dimensional greening design.
Ng Zhenru (魏真如), founder and chief architect of Singapore's W Architects, started from the micro-level of living space and advocated a return to architectural design wisdom that originates from the local area and adapts to local conditions. For example, combining climatic characteristics, natural ventilation and lighting design can reduce energy dependence and achieve a win-win situation between residential comfort and ecological protection.
Chen Peng (陈鹏), a Chinese fashion designer who participated in the design of the costumes for the opening ceremony of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, believes that sustainable design is not limited to the use of environmentally friendly fabrics, "true sustainability should be deeply rooted in the cultural background while avoiding harm to the earth." He proposed that sustainable fashion should have both aesthetics and practicality, "let green concepts enter public life," and ultimately achieve a "sustainable future accessible to everyone." Cen Shuqin (岑淑芹), co-founder of Singapore's "Our Blue Spaces," also shared her rich experience from being an "underwater gardener" protecting coral reefs to a marine researcher.
The day before the dialogue, young representatives from China and Singapore jointly visited Singapore. They experienced the ecological miracle empowered by technology in Gardens by the Bay (滨海湾花园), listened to the ancient charm of Nanyin at the Siong Leng Musical Association (湘灵音乐社), and learned about the practical cases of building a livable city in the Punggol (榜鹅) residential area. Through exchanges and dialogues, young people from China and Singapore further narrowed the distance between each other and enhanced mutual understanding.
Singaporean Member of Parliament, Ms. Yeo Wan Ling (吕思憓), listened to the dialogue on site. She told reporters from this newspaper that the dialogue was full of vitality, and young people from China and Singapore exchanged ideas, enhanced friendship, and established close connections here. In this two-way dialogue, representatives of the two countries' youth agreed that China and Singapore have broad cooperation space in the fields of technology, culture, and sustainable development, and look forward to more dialogue opportunities in the future to visit each other's countries.
Return to TopThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Mao Ning (毛宁) stated on April 8th, in response to a reporter's question regarding the latest developments in the Middle East situation, that China welcomes the announcement by the United States and Iran of reaching a ceasefire agreement and hopes that all parties will work together to promote the early resumption of normal passage through the Strait of Hormuz. China will continue to play a constructive role and make positive contributions to restoring peace and tranquility in the Gulf and the Middle East region.
China Welcomes Ceasefire Agreement Announced by the U.S. and Iran; Will Continue to Play a Constructive Role
At the regular press conference that day, a reporter asked: What is China's comment on the U.S.-Iran ceasefire? The U.S.-Iran ceasefire arrangement has similarities with what China has called for during the crisis, including a two-week ceasefire and opening the Strait of Hormuz. We know that Pakistan has played a mediating role. Has China directly engaged with any party and offered suggestions?
"China welcomes the announcement by relevant parties of reaching a ceasefire arrangement and supports the mediation efforts made by Pakistan and other countries," Mao Ning (毛宁) said. China has always advocated for a ceasefire as soon as possible, resolving disputes through political and diplomatic means, and ultimately achieving long-term peace and stability in the Gulf and the Middle East region. China has made active efforts in this regard.
A reporter asked: U.S. President Donald Trump (唐纳德·特朗普) said that he believes China promoted negotiations between Iran and the United States on a ceasefire agreement. Can the spokesperson confirm China's participation in promoting negotiations among all parties? There are significant differences in the wording of the terms, especially whether the ceasefire covers Lebanon and whether Iran's 10-point proposal to the United States includes uranium enrichment. Can China disclose the specific terms of the ceasefire? Is the ceasefire agreement already invalid before it has even been implemented?
Mao Ning (毛宁) said that since the outbreak of the war in Iran, China has been actively committed to promoting peace and stopping the war. Foreign Minister Wang Yi (王毅) has had 26 phone calls with foreign ministers of relevant countries, and the Chinese government's special envoy for Middle East issues has shuttled visits to the Gulf region. China and Pakistan jointly proposed a five-point initiative on restoring peace and stability in the Gulf and the Middle East region. "As a responsible major country, China will continue to play a constructive role and make positive contributions to restoring peace and tranquility in the Gulf and the Middle East region."
The UN Security Council Must Not Legitimize Unauthorized Military Actions
A reporter asked: According to reports, the UN Security Council voted on April 7th on a draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz proposed by Bahrain. China and Russia voted against it, exercising their veto power, and the draft resolution was not adopted. The permanent representatives of China and Russia to the United Nations stated that the two countries have proposed a new Security Council resolution on the current Middle East situation and maritime security. Can the spokesperson introduce the relevant situation?
Mao Ning (毛宁) said that regarding the draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz that the Security Council just voted on, China's permanent representative to the United Nations has already clarified China's position in an explanatory statement. China maintains that the sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of Gulf countries should be fully respected, and the safety of waterways and energy infrastructure should be guaranteed. The fundamental reason for the obstruction of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz is the illegal military actions of the United States and Israel against Iran. The fundamental solution to the problem of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz is to cease fire and stop the war as soon as possible. The Security Council's actions should focus on easing the situation and de-escalating tensions, and must not legitimize unauthorized military actions, must not issue permits for the use of force, and even more so must not 火上浇油 (huǒ shàng jiāo yóu - "add oil to the fire," to aggravate a situation; to fuel the flames), leading to an escalation of the conflict. China's voting position is objective and fair and can stand the test of history.
Mao Ning (毛宁) stated that the draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz jointly proposed by China and Russia has been formally distributed to members of the Security Council. This draft resolution is objective and fair, committed to easing tensions, calling for dialogue and negotiation, and safeguarding navigation rights and freedoms, which is in line with the expectations of the international community and believes that it will receive support from all parties. "China is willing to continue to work with all relevant parties to make unremitting efforts to promote the early easing of the situation and de-escalation of tensions and restore peace and stability in the Strait and the Middle East region."
Hope All Parties Will Work Together to Promote the Early Resumption of Normal Passage Through the Strait of Hormuz
A reporter asked: It was previously reported that Iran plans to charge a transit fee for each ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz and share the revenue with Oman. What is China's position on this? Given that China maintains communication with all parties, can the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirm whether this charging model applies to the recently brokered ceasefire arrangement?
Mao Ning (毛宁) stated that the Strait of Hormuz is an important international trade route for goods and energy, and maintaining the security, stability, and smooth flow of this region is in the common interest of the international community. "We hope that all parties will work together to promote the early resumption of normal passage through the Strait."
Regarding the energy crisis triggered by the Middle East situation, Mao Ning (毛宁) said that the root cause of the impact on the world economy and energy security lies in the war in Iran. China has always firmly opposed illegal unilateral sanctions that lack a basis in international law and are not authorized by the UN Security Council.
Return to TopBy: 黄培昭
"What they destroyed is older than their country." This sentence comes from an Iranian netizen. It is not poetry, but a helpless sigh in the midst of war.
The Golestan Palace (古莱斯坦宫), also known as the "Rose Palace," is the oldest royal palace in Tehran (德黑兰). It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has recently suffered severe damage in US-Israeli attacks. The Hall of Mirrors, which was just restored in February of this year, has been affected by the war again. Millions of hand-inlaid pieces of glass were lifted, cracked, and shattered by the shock wave. Restoring it again will take at least 15 years.
What is destroyed is not just the building itself. The Golestan Palace (古莱斯坦宫) is not only a witness to the social changes in Iran (伊朗) since modern times, but also a brilliant crystallization of the integration of Persian civilization and Eastern and Western cultures, condensing the cultural roots that connect history and the present. According to a message released by the Iranian side in mid-March, at least 56 historical and cultural heritage sites have been severely damaged in military strikes. Behind these numbers are scars on the memory of human civilization.
What is even more chilling is that UNESCO had notified all parties to the conflict of the coordinates of World Heritage sites, including the "Rose Palace," in an attempt to define a "safe zone" for civilization. However, in the eyes of hegemony, there is no reverence for civilization.
Faced with reality, many Middle Eastern countries have been forced to start an unprecedented "cultural evacuation." Museums are closed, collections are transferred, and cultural relics are sealed up. The National Museum of Iran (伊朗国家博物馆) and the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (德黑兰当代艺术博物馆) have been closed one after another. Qatar (卡塔尔), Bahrain (巴林), and other countries are urgently transferring their collections, and cultural relic protection personnel are racing against time in the intervals of artillery fire. Facts have repeatedly proved that if force is not restrained, any protection can only be a passive remedy.
In 1954, UNESCO adopted the "Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict," the core spirit of which is very clear: even in war, mankind still needs to maintain a minimum of reverence for civilization. This should be a bottom line of modern civilization. However, more than 70 years have passed, the rules are still there, but individual countries are "selectively implementing" them, turning them into empty shells.
Similar situations have occurred before. During the Iraq War, the National Museum was looted, the library was burned down, and the ancient Babylonian ruins were used for military purposes. In early 2020, the United States once publicly threatened to list cultural targets as targets for attack. Now, the harsh words of the past have proven to be a prediction. From this perspective, the civilizational trauma on Iranian soil is not "collateral damage" of war, but the consequence of ignoring the value of civilization. All parties clearly have the ability to protect these relics, but choose to watch them shatter in the artillery fire.
What is destroyed is not only the World Heritage. The deeper loss is those "invisible cornerstones" that support the operation of the international order: the credibility of international rules, the foundation of civilized dialogue, the protection mechanism of human collective memory... Once these are broken, how long will it take to 破镜重圆 (pò jìng chóng yuán - "broken mirror rejoin," to be reunited after a separation; to restore a broken relationship)?
The fragments of civilization are also fair witnesses of history. The scars of the Golestan Palace (古莱斯坦宫) will remind the world that in the spring of 2026, this ancient land was ravaged by war and experienced a tragedy that affected the treasures of human civilization. Destroying cultural heritage is destroying the common memory of mankind.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 郑 翔
South Africa's National Treasury recently predicted that South Africa's economy is expected to grow by 1.6% in 2026, higher than the 1.4% growth rate in 2025; the average economic growth rate for the next three years is expected to be 1.8%. The strict fiscal discipline and structural reforms implemented by the South African government are achieving phased results. The country's fiscal situation is at an inflection point, and it recently achieved its first sovereign credit rating upgrade in 16 years.
According to the "2026 Budget Assessment Report" submitted by the South African National Treasury, South Africa's primary budget deficit has fallen from 5.1% of GDP in fiscal year 2021/22 to 4.5% in fiscal year 2025/26, and is expected to further decrease to 3.1% by fiscal year 2028/29. The country's sovereign credit rating upgrade directly reduced the country's international borrowing costs, and government debt has stabilized and is about to enter a downward channel. South Africa's inflation rate will fall to 3.2% in 2025, the lowest level since 2004. The South African National Treasury stated that the increased certainty of monetary policy and the continued implementation of fiscal strategies have formed a virtuous cycle. Lower inflation and stronger public finances help boost market confidence and create a more favorable environment for private investment.
The South African economy is showing a gradual stabilization and recovery trend, with agriculture, tourism, and green industries playing a significant role in driving growth. Data recently released by the South African Agricultural Business Chamber shows that South Africa's agricultural exports reached $15.1 billion in 2025, a record high, an increase of 10% year-on-year. Increased agricultural production and diversification policies in export markets have jointly promoted the growth of agricultural exports. Tourism contributes approximately 9% of South Africa's GDP and creates approximately 1.5 million jobs. In 2025, South Africa received a total of 10.48 million international tourists, an increase of 17.6% year-on-year, setting a record high. After the launch of the "Tourism Growth Partnership Plan," jointly formulated by the government and industry and led by the Tourism Business Council of South Africa, the focus will be on improving travel convenience and tourist safety. South Africa is also accelerating the process of green transformation. Since March of this year, South Africa has begun to implement new energy vehicle-related tax deduction policies and vigorously support the development of the local battery manufacturing industry. With the surge in global demand for key minerals required for industrial green transformation, South Africa's mining industry has also achieved rapid growth.
Currently, the South African economy also faces some development difficulties. As a net importer of oil, South Africa is completely dependent on the Middle East for crude oil imports. The current round of Middle East wars has led to rising international oil prices, which has directly pushed up domestic fuel prices in South Africa. South African economist Sandile Swana (桑迪莱·斯瓦纳) believes that rising energy costs will push up inflationary pressures, and rising global risk aversion will also lead to some capital outflows from emerging markets, exacerbating the depreciation of the South African Rand and the risk of financial market volatility. In addition, the long-term insufficient capacity of South African transportation companies restricts mineral exports, and port congestion and low railway freight efficiency have led to obstacles to bulk commodity exports. Logistics bottlenecks are also affecting the further release of economic vitality.
China is South Africa's largest trading partner, and South Africa is China's largest trading partner in Africa. In recent years, economic cooperation between China and South Africa has deepened. At the ninth meeting of the China-South Africa Joint Economic and Trade Commission held recently, the two sides signed a framework agreement for jointly developing economic partnerships, which will jointly promote the development of South Africa's national manufacturing industry and the transformation and upgrading of agriculture, and improve the global market competitiveness of related industries. The agreement also lays the foundation for South Africa to enjoy "zero tariff" treatment for 100% of tariff items exported to China in a manner that complies with WTO rules. South African media reports believe that China is a reliable partner for South Africa's economic development, and the continuous improvement and upgrading of economic and trade cooperation between the two countries will help South Africa enhance its economic resilience.
(Reported from Johannesburg (约翰内斯堡) by this newspaper)
Return to TopThe U.S. and Iran Agree to a Two-Week Ceasefire, Negotiations to be Held in Pakistan
According to Xinhua News Agency, Beijing (北京), April 8th: Comprehensive reports from Xinhua News Agency correspondents stationed abroad: U.S. President Donald Trump (唐纳德·特朗普) posted on social media on the evening of April 7th, Eastern Time: "I have agreed to suspend bombing and attacks on Iran for two weeks." At this time, it was less than an hour and a half before the so-called "deadline" set by Trump for Iran. Trump said that after talking with Pakistan (巴基斯坦), he agreed to a two-week ceasefire, provided that Iran agrees to "fully, immediately, and safely" open the Strait of Hormuz.
According to multiple U.S. media reports, under the two-week ceasefire agreement, U.S. military airstrikes on Iran have been suspended. Israel (以色列) has also agreed to suspend bombing operations during the U.S.-Iran negotiations.
The Secretariat of Iran's Supreme National Security Council subsequently released a message stating that Iran will begin two weeks of political negotiations with the United States in Islamabad (伊斯兰堡), the capital of Pakistan. The Iranian side has "complete distrust" of the U.S. With the agreement of both parties, the negotiation time can be extended.
The Iranian Supreme National Security Council announced the main content of the 10 ceasefire clauses submitted to the United States through Pakistan, including: controlled passage through the Strait of Hormuz coordinated with the Iranian armed forces; an end to the war against all resistance forces in the region; the withdrawal of U.S. combat forces from all bases and deployment points in the region; the formulation of a safe passage agreement for the Strait of Hormuz to ensure Iran's dominance; full compensation for Iran's losses based on estimates; the lifting of all primary and secondary sanctions, and the revocation of relevant resolutions of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the United Nations Security Council; the unfreezing of all frozen Iranian overseas assets and properties; and finally, the adoption of a binding United Nations Security Council resolution approving all of the above clauses.
The council said that the approval of the Security Council resolution would make all these clauses binding international law, "bringing a major diplomatic victory for Iran." Pakistan has notified Iran that the U.S. has accepted the above principles as the basis for negotiations.
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif (阿拉格齐) issued a statement on April 8, announcing that safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz will be achieved within two weeks. He did not specify the exact date for the resumption of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (夏巴兹) confirmed that Iran and the United States, as well as their respective allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire in all locations, including Lebanon (黎巴嫩) and other regions, effective immediately. He invited delegations from Iran and the U.S. to further negotiate in Islamabad on the 10th to reach a final agreement to resolve all disputes.
Israeli Airstrikes in Lebanon Cause Hundreds of Casualties
Xinhua News Agency, Beirut (贝鲁特), April 8th (Reporters Shen Feng (申峰) and Cao Changhao (曹昌浩)): Lebanese Minister of Public Health Firas Abiad (拉坎·纳赛雷丁) said on the 8th that Israeli airstrikes that day have caused hundreds of casualties in Lebanon.
Lebanese media quoted the Lebanese Red Cross as reporting that the attacks caused multiple buildings to collapse, and many injured people are still trapped under the rubble.
Lebanese President Michel Aoun (约瑟夫·奥恩) condemned Israel's escalating attacks that day, saying that Israel blatantly disregards all parties' efforts to ease the situation and maintain stability.
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati (纳瓦夫·萨拉姆) called on Lebanon's allies that day to "do everything possible" to stop Israel's attacks, saying that "the current airstrikes continue to affect densely populated areas."
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed on April 8 that Iran and the United States, as well as their respective allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire in all locations, including Lebanon and other regions, effective immediately. The Israeli Prime Minister's Office issued a statement on the same day stating that Israel supports U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to cease fire with Iran for two weeks, but the ceasefire does not include Lebanon. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on April 8 that the IDF launched the "largest-scale strike" against Hezbollah (真主党) in Lebanon since the beginning of this U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict.
Return to TopAccording to Xinhua News Agency Berlin, April 7 (Reporter Li Hanlin (李函林)) - Data released on the 7th by the German Federal Motor Transport Authority showed that in March this year, the registration volume of pure electric vehicles in Germany reached 70,700 units, a substantial year-on-year increase of 66.2%, continuing its rapid expansion and becoming a core factor driving the growth of the automotive market.
Since the beginning of this year, the German automotive market has shown a recovery trend. New passenger car registrations in March were 294,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 16.0%, with a cumulative increase of 5.2% in the first quarter.
Analysts point out that the recent tense situation in the Middle East has pushed up international energy prices, and European fuel prices have risen significantly, further highlighting the advantages of electric vehicles in terms of usage costs.
Return to TopAccording to Xinhua News Agency, Tokyo, April 7th (Reporters Liu Chunyan (刘春燕) and Li Shimeng (李诗萌)) - The survey results released by the Japanese Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (日本总务省) on the 7th showed that due to persistently high inflation squeezing people's actual disposable income, Japan's actual household consumption expenditure in February fell year-on-year for the third consecutive month.
The data shows that in February, the average monthly consumption expenditure of Japanese households with two or more people was 289,400 yen (about 159 yen to 1 US dollar), a decrease of 0.4% compared with the same period last year. After deducting price factors, it actually decreased by 1.8% year-on-year. Actual household consumption has fallen year-on-year for three consecutive months since December last year.
Toshihiro Nagahama (永滨利广), chief economist at the Dai-ichi Life Research Institute (日本第一生命经济研究所), said that judging from the report, people's awareness of saving expenses has expanded from the food sector to the education sector, and "the actual decline in personal consumption may be greater than the published figures."
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 何思琦 游 仪
Sichuan's Liangshan (凉山), Xide Station (喜德站) on the Chengdu-Kunming Railway (成昆铁路). A few long whistles echoed through the mountain valley as Train 5633 slowly pulled into the platform.
Traveling between Puxiong (普雄) and Panzhihua (攀枝花), the entire journey takes nearly 10 hours. The train stops at all 25 stations along the way, with a minimum fare of 2 yuan. Locals affectionately call this train the "Little Slow Train." It travels through the mountains, passing by Yi ethnic villages, with the words "Yi Township Affection" conspicuously painted on its green exterior.
"The surrounding people rely on our Little Slow Train for transportation, going to school, and selling their agricultural products," said Shi Youyuan (石友愿), the stationmaster of Xide Station (喜德站), who added that it has been running since the opening of the Chengdu-Kunming Railway (成昆铁路) nearly half a century ago.
The Little Slow Train is slow, but it carries the footsteps of those leaving the mountains; the Little Slow Train is small, but it holds the dreams of flying out of the mountains.
In recent years, a "mobile library" has been added to the train – bookshelves and desks have been added to the carriages. Sitting at the desk to read, occasionally looking up, one can see the mountains outside the window, one after another, receding behind.
The Little Slow Train runs on the Chengdu-Kunming Railway (成昆铁路) with the fragrance of books, also carrying students to places farther than the mountains.
The Special No. 3 Carriage
In the past, people looked for books; now, books look for people.
"Happy Xide (喜德), the Yi People's Old Home." Walking into Xide Station (喜德站), a mural immediately catches the eye. Scattered villages are hidden in the layered mountains, the most authentic appearance of the mountains.
Just after 9 o'clock, the waiting hall was already full of people. Some were pushing suitcases, some carrying bamboo baskets, some carrying snakeskin bags, but most were children carrying schoolbags and wearing school uniforms. They were in groups of twos and threes, talking and laughing softly, mostly heading to Xichang (西昌) – a 5-station, over 1-hour journey, a necessary trip on their road to education.
14-year-old Jike Chenxue (吉克陈学) stood in the crowd. She is a junior high school student from Waku Village (瓦库村), Lianghekou Town (两河口镇), Xide County (喜德县). Going home once a week, for her, the Little Slow Train is never just an ordinary train, but a "big school bus" that runs regardless of wind or rain.
Around 9:30, the platform gate slowly opened. With the sound of two crisp bells, the Little Slow Train was slowly approaching. Passengers boarded and took their seats one after another. At 9:50, the train started smoothly.
Jike Chenxue (吉克陈学) went straight to Carriage No. 3, put down her schoolbag, went to the bookshelf at the front of the carriage, took out a copy of "Red Star Over China," pulled out a chair by the window, and sat down at the reading desk. Next to her were three other students who were already seated, either reading attentively or burying themselves in writing, preparing for the new week's studies. The carriage was very noisy, but this small space in front of the desk was calming. Outside the window were continuous mountains, one layer overlapping another. The train went through a tunnel, dark, then bright again.
"Though sifting sand ten thousand times is hard, only after blowing away the wild sand can gold be found," "Bite the green hills and never relax, take root in the broken rocks" ... Quotations hung on the walls of the carriage, silently nourishing every young heart.
"This carriage is different from the others. It is a study carriage that we specially created," introduced train conductor Jibu Riha (吉布日哈). "There are a total of 4 carriages, each with about 200 books, which are regularly rotated according to the types of books in the warehouse." Neat bookshelves, reading desks that can accommodate nearly 10 people, and quotations on the walls together form a mobile library traveling in the mountains.
In recent years, the Sichuan Provincial Library (四川省图书馆), the Chengdu Passenger Transport Section (成都客运段) of the China Railway Chengdu Bureau Group Co., Ltd. (中国铁路成都局集团有限公司), and others have jointly created the "Yi Township Affection · Slow Train" reading space, using the 5619/5620 and 5633/5634 pairs of public welfare "Slow Trains" on the Chengdu-Kunming Railway (成昆铁路) as carriers. Combining the travel service needs of students and villagers along the route, a study carriage is set up in Carriage No. 3. Children take the train to school, and villagers go to the market, and they can easily open a book and get a moment of quiet nourishment.
"As of now, we have put a total of 8,800 books on the slow train, of which 8,000 are teaching aids for primary and secondary schools, configured according to the actual needs along the route, and the other 800 are literature, history, tourism, and popular science books," introduced Liu Liu (刘柳), director of the Circulation and Reading Department of the Sichuan Provincial Library (四川省图书馆). "We also rotate them regularly based on feedback, so that the books are always new."
"Instead of building a fixed library that is remote and inconvenient to maintain, it is better to let the books flow with the people. This is both down-to-earth and sustainable. This is the original idea of the mobile library – to let reading get on the train and run," said Wang Long (王龙), director of the Sichuan Provincial Library (四川省图书馆).
Turning the advantages of railway transportation into the driving force of cultural transmission is the key breakthrough to directly reach the grassroots with high-quality cultural resources and solve the problem of cultural supply at the grassroots level.
The educational foundation of the Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture (凉山彝族自治州) is relatively weak, and many children have little access to extracurricular reading materials other than textbooks. A trip on the slow train is equivalent to a small library passing by, filling the gaps in children's extracurricular knowledge.
The train is in the mountains, the books are on the train, the people are on the way, and reading is in the moment.
"In the past, people looked for books; now, books look for people. By taking the slow train, books reach the people who need them most. This is a change and practice of our service concept," said Wang Long (王龙). "Reading is static, mostly relying on self-immersion and self-experience. It also needs an atmosphere, an environment, and a well-timed encounter."
The Little Slow Train came out of the tunnel, and the sun poured into the carriage again. Jike Chenxue (吉克陈学) gently turned a page and continued reading.
A Simple Book Sharing Session
One More Book to Accompany the Road to Education
"Hello everyone, I am the conductor of this train. The fragrance of books accompanies the journey. Today, we have prepared a book sharing session for everyone..." Jibu Riha's (吉布日哈) voice was gentle and powerful, and the children raised their heads one after another.
Where footsteps cannot measure, words can. For children in the mountains, books are the eyes that cross mountains and seas, allowing them to see a wider world and giving them the courage to face difficulties.
The first to stand up was Ma Xuelin (马雪琳), a junior high school student. "Today, I want to share with you Mr. Lao She's (老舍) novel 'Rickshaw Boy,' which tells the story of the life and fall of the rickshaw puller 'Xiangzi'..." At 7 o'clock in the morning, Ma Xuelin (马雪琳) boarded the train from Puxiong Station (普雄站). The journey takes about 4 hours, and she is used to coming to Carriage No. 3, where she chooses a book from the bookshelf to read each time, especially various classics.
"I like 'Red Crag' the most. I read it at school in elementary school, and I reread it in the seventh grade. Those revolutionaries are great. Without them, I can't imagine what life would be like now," said Jike Chenxue (吉克陈学) shyly, looking down at her book after speaking.
In Liangshan (凉山), there are many children like Ma Xuelin (马雪琳) and Jike Chenxue (吉克陈学). They embark on this educational train, come to the mobile library, and reading becomes a road that can reach the distance. The stories in those pages, the power in the stories, quietly blend into their growth and become the confidence to move forward.
Jibu Riha (吉布日哈) recommended "How the Steel Was Tempered" to the children. "Paul's spirit of not bowing to difficulties and facing them head-on, his perseverance and courage, can bring strength to each of us."
He gave each of the children a sticky note and asked them to write down their wishes for the new semester.
Some wrote quickly, while others looked out the window and thought. Soon, sticky notes were posted on the train windows, and small wishes lined up in a row –
"My dream is to be a music teacher or a professional singer."
"I hope to be a physical education teacher and make the people around me healthy and happy."
…………
On one of the sticky notes, each stroke was written with extra effort: "I don't have a very clear dream yet, but I know that I must get out of the mountains. I want to contribute to the construction of the motherland and make our hometown better."
The person who wrote this sentence was Jike Chenxue (吉克陈学). "When I was filling out the student loan application yesterday, I seriously thought about the future. My parents are not well-educated, but they fully support me in studying. My two older sisters have both gone to college, and they told me that I must rely on myself to go out and experience different lives," she said, blinking her eyes.
The farthest place Jike Chenxue (吉克陈学) has been is Xichang (西昌), where she goes to school. Her grades are average, because she only started learning English in the first year of junior high school, which is a bit difficult. But when she talked about these things, she was not at all inferior or complaining, but promised very seriously, "I believe I can catch up before the third year of junior high school." The stubbornness hides a power that is more moving than bold words.
"The rising sun shines brightly. The river bursts its banks and flows into a vast ocean..." At the end of the sharing session, Jibu Riha (吉布日哈) led the children to read "Ode to China's Youth."
The sound of reading spread in the carriage, and the children read very seriously, each with their backs straight.
"Reading can broaden horizons and ignite dreams. We may not be able to change their living environment, but at least we can give them one more book to accompany them on their road to education." When asked about the significance of building a mobile library on the train, Wang Long (王龙) once mentioned "shortening the gap with reading."
Outside the window is spring, there is the fragrance of books in the carriage, and in the hearts of the children is the hope that is growing.
The Shining Little Slow Train
A Ferry Full of Hope and Dreams
Jibu Riha (吉布日哈) said that he is a "ferryman."
He has spent more than 10 springs and autumns on the Little Slow Train. From passenger to train attendant, from train attendant to train conductor, "this green train has long been engraved in my life."
More than ten years ago, he took this train to Panzhihua (攀枝花) to study, traveling back and forth between school and Xichang (西昌) every week. At that time, he squatted in the connection of the carriages to read, and stood in the aisle to recite. "Each time, enthusiastic train attendants would come over to find me a seat. At that time, I thought about bringing such warmth to more people," he said.
In 2017, Jibu Riha (吉布日哈) came back. Wearing a uniform, he became the person serving on the Little Slow Train. From being protected, he became a protector.
Later, two more bookshelves were added to the carriage.
Where the readers are, the books are. He recalled, "At that time, the children were very excited, chattering and picking out their favorite books next to the bookshelves. I was very happy to see it. The biggest difference is the mobility and warmth. The books in the carriage travel along the railway in the depths of Liangshan (凉山). On the way home and to school, the children pick up a book, which opens up a new world. This is a ferry full of hope and dreams."
In 2024, Jibu Riha (吉布日哈) took over the baton from his master and became the train conductor.
"When I was a train attendant before, I only needed to guard one carriage. Now I have to keep my eyes open and my ears perked up, and go over to help whoever needs it immediately," said Jibu Riha (吉布日哈). "The responsibility is heavier, but there are more things I can do for the people along the route."
At 11:10 a.m., the Little Slow Train arrived at Xichang Station (西昌站).
The students got off the train one after another, and the platform suddenly became lively. After leaving the station, most of the children's destination was Xide Wa'er School (喜德瓦尔学校).
Ku Lehua (苦乐华), deputy secretary of the Party General Branch and vice principal of Wa'er School (瓦尔学校), is also a child brought out by the Little Slow Train.
"Without the Little Slow Train, we would not be able to get out." On Ku Lehua's (苦乐华) own road to education, the Little Slow Train also accompanied him for many years – from being selected to the ethnic class in Xide County (喜德县) in elementary school, to attending middle school and university, he traveled back and forth on the Little Slow Train.
Wa'er School (瓦尔学校) currently has more than 2,000 students, of which 99% are Yi students, most of whom come from Xide County (喜德县) and travel back and forth between home and school once a week. While ensuring that the class hours and courses are fully offered, the school adjusts the schedule every Friday to cooperate with the train schedule, just to make it easier for the children to go home. The Little Slow Train, with a minimum fare of only 2 yuan, has become the most solid support for the children's road to education.
A Little Slow Train illuminates the educational dreams of generations of students. The road that Ku Lehua (苦乐华) has traveled is still being continued by his students.
"Get out of the mountains, get into college, and plan to enlist in the army when I get to school." This is the wish of Hei Jibu Du (黑吉布都), a senior high school student at Wa'er School (瓦尔学校). From home to school, before getting on the Little Slow Train, he has to walk and take a bus, leaving at six or seven in the morning and arriving at school at one in the afternoon. This road is very long, but he himself does not feel it.
The children on the Little Slow Train are carried out of the mountains, but they never forget the mountains. They use their own ways to protect the road to education and the road to dreams of those who come later.
The mobile library on the Little Slow Train extends along the railway, bringing the fragrance of books to Liangshan (凉山) and bringing the stories of Liangshan (凉山) to the distance. Ku Lehua (苦乐华) said that when he was in school, a mud road that was always washed away in the rainy season and rebuilt every year is long gone. Year after year, the Little Slow Train, which has been running on the Chengdu-Kunming Railway (成昆铁路) for more than half a century, is now carrying children with the fragrance of books, heading towards the distance of life.
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Recently, a video debunking a "book blogger" went viral on a certain platform, telling the story of the blogger reading more than 700 books in a year, with the list of books being four or five meters long. Some viewers lamented that reading two books a day, and also organizing, extracting, and sharing, would be a huge project even without eating, drinking, or sleeping, and couldn't help but wonder if the blogger had really read these books.
Opening social media platforms, there are many bloggers similar to "reading a famous book in three minutes" or "explaining a subject in five minutes." Clicking on them reveals only the same old "story summaries" and "golden sentence excerpts," or AI (artificial intelligence)-generated pictures and music. When "10,000-word analyses" are already considered scarce "in-depth" content, reading is being eroded by a kind of "knowledge fast food."
In the fast-paced modern life, people yearn to alleviate their fear of incompetence and find spiritual sustenance through reading, but are constrained by a lack of time. The latest National Reading Survey Report shows that in 2024, the average daily reading time for Chinese adults is 24.41 minutes. For most people, this meager reading time has to be broken up into the gaps between busy steps. This is precisely what provides fertile ground for the "three-minute reading method." This "shortcut" that seems to acquire more knowledge at a low time cost has become a panacea for some people to alleviate their knowledge hunger.
The rapid development of artificial intelligence technology may fuel this type of "knowledge fast food." Putting a famous book of hundreds of thousands of words into a large model can generate a clear summary in a few minutes, and some can even be accompanied by vivid explanatory videos. However, this efficient "reading" method is like "bookworms eating books," leaving only a stomach full of fine dust, without ever drawing on its essence. Imagine, feeding "Dream of the Red Chamber" (红楼梦) to a large model, the quickly generated story summary might tell people about the rise and fall of the Jia family (贾府), and the love and sorrow of Bao (宝) and Dai (黛), but it cannot convey the realistic thoughts of calmly observing life revealed between the lines; those few "good sentence excerpts" might summarize the plot of Daiyu (黛玉) burying flowers, but cannot let people experience the poignancy and arrogance when chanting "I bury flowers today, people laugh at me as foolish, who will bury me in the coming years?" The emotional ripples, subtle human nature, and aesthetic conception behind these words can only be experienced by repeatedly savoring and immersing oneself in the words.
The value of reading goes far beyond the acquisition of knowledge; it also lies in the immersion of the soul and the cultivation of sentiment. Reading is a deep experience that can lead readers into different worlds and feel the emotions and thoughts behind the words. Through immersive reading, people have a dialogue with the author across time and space, gaining inner peace and satisfaction. This process cannot be simplified or replaced, because it carries the unique spiritual connection between the individual and the book. When reading becomes a mechanized extraction of information, the delicate emotions, profound thoughts, and beauty of the words are stripped away, leaving only a pale framework. Such "reading" not only fails to alleviate anxiety, but may deepen the inner sense of emptiness.
From the small to the big, in the digital age, information is like the sea, and we face not only information overload, but also the siege of "information cocoons." If we only satisfy ourselves with being "fed" highly condensed "knowledge fast food," our thinking and insight may gradually shrink in the breeding ground of "instant gratification."
Zhu Xi (朱熹) said: "The method of reading lies in gradual progress, reading carefully and thinking deeply." In his view, reading without "chewing it thoroughly" is like swallowing a date whole, not only useless, but also harmful to the spleen and stomach. The method of learning and reading that he advocated, "If you have not understood the former, then you dare not seek the latter," is precisely a good way to combat浮躁 and敷衍 (浮躁敷衍 (fú zào fū yǎn - "frivolous and perfunctory," describes a superficial and careless attitude)).
Reading is a calm and determined practice. Do not seek speed but depth, do not ask about form but about the heart. In today's world where the "three-minute reading method" prevails, we need to regain this calmness, proceed gradually, read carefully and think deeply, walk in the dense forest of words, swim in the deep sea of thought, and let reading truly become a sweet spring that nourishes the soul.
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"The snow-capped mountains are silent, yet possess inherent integrity; the plants and trees are speechless, yet possess inherent vitality."
This is a sentence I read during the preliminary preparation for filming "The Tree of Life." Dorje (多杰) uses his life to tell us that true strength never comes from conquest and confrontation, but from integrating the individual into the universe and safeguarding the order of coexistence for all things.
The underlying tone of "The Tree of Life" is the vastness and profoundness of Sanjiangyuan (三江源), and the sincere dedication of generations of ecological guardians who protect the pure land with their lives. The character of Dorje (多杰) is not a suspended heroic symbol; he is rooted in the real land and reflects the spiritual character of his predecessors, Sonam Dargye (索南达杰) and Zhabaduoje (扎巴多杰). They are the true guardians of Kekexili (可可西里), and the most important spiritual coordinates for me to understand and enter the role.
What Sonam Dargye (索南达杰) and Zhabaduoje (扎巴多杰) guarded throughout their lives was the ecological order and natural laws of the plateau. This persistence that transcends the years stems from the spiritual power within them that transcends individual life.
This power is rooted in the cultural beliefs of the snowy plateau. They were born on the plateau and grew up on the grassland. The concept of reverence for nature and the coexistence of all things has long been integrated into their blood. This power also stems from a deep recognition of the laws of nature. They know that humans are only a part of nature, not its masters. Faced with the destructive behavior of poaching and illegal mining, they stepped forward, not out of momentary enthusiasm, but out of a clear understanding of ecological balance. More importantly, this power comes from a sense of responsibility for the future of mankind. What they are guarding is the living beings who have lived here for generations. When a person connects their personal destiny with an existence broader than life, and places themselves in the responsibility of cultural beliefs, natural laws, and the future of mankind, they will generate fearless courage.
For me, participating in the creation of "The Tree of Life" is not only a character shaping, but also a profound reflection on the relationship between man and nature. Humans have never been the masters of nature, but a part of it. More than 10 years of experience as an environmental volunteer has made me increasingly understand that the most beautiful relationship between man and nature is symbiosis, co-prosperity, and mutual fulfillment. Just like the herdsmen of Sanjiangyuan (三江源), who have lived with grasslands, cattle, sheep, and wild animals for generations, and have gained the wisdom of living in harmony with nature over the long years.
Playing Dorje (多杰) is also a process for me to re-understand "life" and "inheritance." The fire that the predecessors lit with their lives needs to be passed down by generations. Dorje (多杰) carries the expectations of his homeland, walks in the wind and snow, and perseveres in loneliness. His love for Bai Ju (白菊) and the mountain patrol team is to hand over the road he has not finished to the young people to continue walking. Dorje's (多杰) purity and firmness also inspire every fellow traveler who has reverence and shoulders responsibility. And the significance of "The Tree of Life" lies in its ability to let more people see the light of ordinary guardians, and let the concept of the coexistence of man and nature take root in everyone's heart.
Encountering "The Tree of Life" is a tribute to the earth and life. In the future, I will continue to walk and create with this humility and reverence, so that the tree of life will be evergreen on the earth and evergreen in people's hearts.
(The author is the actor of Dorje (多杰) in the TV series "The Tree of Life")
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The notary system is an internationally accepted preventive legal system. In recent years, China's foreign-related notarization has flourished, and foreign-related notarization has become a "legal passport" for serving enterprises' transnational operations.
Faced with new situations and new tasks, how can foreign-related notarization services in various regions expand their fields, reduce costs, and improve efficiency to provide more professional, comprehensive, and convenient services to safeguard high-level opening up? The reporter conducted a visit.
——Editor
Zhejiang
"At most one visit," "Notarization+" has become the "golden key"
"In the past, after completing the notarization, it was also necessary to go to the foreign affairs department for certification. Now, 'Notarization + Certification' is handled in one stop. The notary office directly delivers the certified notarization to us, which is so convenient!" A staff member of a digital technology company in Hangzhou happily praised the Hangzhou Guoli Notary Office (杭州市国立公证处).
In 2016, Zhejiang innovatively established a joint handling mechanism for "Foreign-related Notarization + Consular Authentication," which has now entered its tenth year. From initially providing parties with "one-window acceptance and one-time completion" for notarization and authentication, effectively avoiding "multiple runs," to now achieving one-click cross-system data push and online completion of the joint handling process, the number of notarization institutions participating in the joint handling in Zhejiang has expanded to 70, accounting for 83% of the total number of notarization institutions in the province, with an annual joint handling volume exceeding 50,000 cases.
From "offline errands" to "online handling," from "difficult evidence collection" to "digital reduction of evidence," from "multi-location handling" to "one-window acceptance," Zhejiang's foreign-related notarization has been optimized and upgraded in recent years, adding the "wings" of digital technology.
Without having to fly abroad, without waiting for scheduling, and without repeated trips, an original jewelry company used the self-service electronic evidence collection platform developed by the Hangzhou Internet Notary Office (杭州互联网公证处) to complete the evidence collection of infringement on overseas e-commerce platforms, forming a complete evidence package including website screenshots, transaction records, and logistics information, and ultimately successfully obtained compensation of 1.2 million yuan.
Mr. Zhu, a party, was far away in Southeast Asia and it was inconvenient for him to return to China, but he urgently needed to entrust the handling of contract notarization. What should he do? The Haining Notary Office (海宁市公证处) cooperated with the Chinese Embassy and Consulates in the local area to efficiently complete the notarization matter with an "online tripartite" overseas remote notarization. In order to facilitate overseas Chinese and overseas Chinese, the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs jointly launched overseas remote video notarization services. Currently, a total of 21 institutions in Zhejiang have been selected for pilot projects.
At the Yiwu Railway Port (义乌铁路口岸), the Zhejiang China-Europe train (Yiwu-Xinjiang-Europe) (义新欧) runs an average of 5 trains per day. In order to escort these galloping "steel camels" throughout the entire journey, the Yiwu Notary Office (义乌市公证处) not only set up service points in key cities along the "Yiwu-Xinjiang-Europe" train route to build an instant response service system, but also established a "Notarization Cloud Mediation Center" to provide enterprises with one-stop services such as intellectual property evidence preservation and dispute mediation.
In 2025, the "at most one visit" realization rate of foreign-related notarization in Zhejiang reached 97.2%, and a total of 120,000 cases of 26 full-process online notarization matters were handled. The relevant person in charge of the Zhejiang Provincial Notary Association (浙江省公证协会) said, "Doing a good job in 'Notarization+' value-added services through cross-field collaboration has become the 'golden key' extracted by the Zhejiang notarization industry in digital reform."
Shanghai
"One-stop" exclusive service solves the pain points of shipping development
Faced with the legal environment spanning multiple jurisdictions, China's first domestically produced large cruise ship "Adora Magic City" (爱达·魔都号) once faced complex legal challenges in its operation.
In response to this difficulty, the Jing'an Notary Office of Shanghai (上海市静安公证处) innovatively launched a "one-time application, full custody" foreign-related notarization service model, which not only reduced the original one-month document notarization and certification process to about one week, but also freed enterprises from cumbersome multi-party communication, realizing "zero errands" for cross-border legal affairs, significantly saving time and economic costs.
Complex overseas legal structures, high cross-border communication costs... The legal challenges faced by "Adora Magic City" are precisely the common pain points in the current development of Shanghai's shipping industry. Focusing on the actual needs of shipping companies, the Shanghai notarization industry innovatively launched the "Exclusive Notarization Service Guide for Shipping Enterprises" (hereinafter referred to as the "Guide") in November 2025 to provide shipping companies with comprehensive, professional, and international notarization legal services.
In the context of the rapid advancement of global business, a cruise supply chain company urgently needed to handle a notarized shareholder power of attorney for its German subsidiary to ensure the smooth progress of overseas decision-making.
With time running out, the Shanghai Xinhongqiao Notary Office (上海市新虹桥公证处) immediately launched a "green channel for enterprises going abroad," providing a full-process exclusive solution from legal adaptation to translation and verification, and efficiently issued a notarization certificate in just 24 hours, solving the urgent needs of the enterprise. In this regard, the enterprise representative said with emotion: "The notary office not only helped us win back time, but also avoided cross-border legal risks."
According to the precise operating guidelines provided by the "Guide," notarization institutions can provide enterprises with "one-stop" exclusive solutions covering legal consultation, document verification and translation, and overseas legal clarification, accurately meeting the various needs of enterprises going abroad.
In addition, the "Guide" also launched an "online + offline" integrated service for the characteristics of shipping companies' "global routes and round-the-clock business," using digital means to solve the pain points of cross-regional and fast-paced operations, allowing enterprises to run fewer errands and data to run more errands.
"The core highlights of the 'Guide' are that the service coverage is more comprehensive, the service chain is more complete, and the service model is more convenient for the people." The relevant person in charge of the Shanghai Notary Association (上海市公证协会) introduced that the "Guide" breaks through the limitations of traditional notarization "only as proof," and the service tentacles cover the entire life cycle of shipping companies' operations, forming a closed-loop service of "prevention in advance, support during the event, and backstop afterwards."
Xinjiang
"Taking a step forward" to build a cornerstone of trust for "going out"
"Without the full support of the notary office, this deal might have failed!"
It turned out that a company in Xinjiang planned to invest in a factory in Georgia. In order to meet local operating requirements, it needed to handle a series of notarized documents and apostilles. However, when sorting out the materials on its own, it found that in the face of the complex requirements of the unfamiliar local legal environment, the company was unable to grasp the key points for a while, so it quickly turned to the Urumqi Chengxin Notary Office (乌鲁木齐市诚信公证处) for help.
"Foreign-related notarization cannot 'guess the requirements based on experience,' and must accurately connect with the regulations of the target country." After the handling notary carefully studied the list of materials submitted by the other party, he found that some clauses were vaguely expressed, and the specific notarization matters could not be determined based on written information alone. In order to clarify the needs, the notary proposed to communicate directly with the Chinese representative of the enterprise stationed in Georgia.
At the video conference, the notary carefully listened to the statement of the overseas representative and repeatedly confirmed key details to ensure that both parties had a consistent understanding. According to the communication results of the video conference, the notary quickly formulated a handling plan, not only correcting the non-standard expressions in the document, but also opening an expedited channel and tracking the progress throughout the entire process. Seven days later, the resident representative successfully received the certified notarization certificate, and the project was able to proceed smoothly.
With the in-depth promotion of high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road," the five Central Asian countries and other countries have become the preferred destinations for many Xinjiang enterprises to "go out." In the process of transnational operation, foreign-related notarization plays a role in ensuring the cross-border validity of legal documents and preventing legal risks, and escorts the cross-border development of enterprises, writing a chapter of trust and cooperation on the Silk Road Economic Belt.
A certain import and export company in Khorgos (霍尔果斯市) reached a bulk agricultural product procurement intention with a company in Kazakhstan, but the other party required the company to provide notarized legal documents and complete the corresponding certification within 15 days, which brought great pressure to the company.
To this end, the Bayang Notary Office of Yining City (伊宁市白杨公证处) immediately formed a special service team to formulate a one-stop solution of "pre-review, expedited notarization, and seamless connection certification," and completed the entire delivery of compliant documents from acceptance of application in only 9 natural days.
When the company appeared at the signing site with the notarization certificate, the Kazakh representative praised the high efficiency and professionalism of Chinese notarization, and the contract was successfully signed. "This notarization certificate is not only a legal document, but also the cornerstone for us to build trust with our partners!" said the person in charge of the enterprise.
■Extended Reading
Why is notarization called a "passport for international commercial exchanges"?
As an important part of foreign-related legal services, foreign-related notarization is a legal document with transnational credibility. It transforms domestic legal facts and documents into legal credentials that are universally recognized by the international community, and directly serves enterprises' "going out," the "bringing in" of foreign trade and foreign investment, and the protection of citizens' overseas rights and interests.
Promoting the deep integration of notarization services into the overall national development situation and effectively safeguarding the high-quality development of the economy and society and high-level opening up is the inevitable path for the notarization industry to achieve its own transformation and upgrading. The relevant person in charge of the Ministry of Justice introduced that the Ministry of Justice is conducting key research on notarization work to serve high-level opening up, and will take measures to better facilitate the foreign exchanges of enterprises and the masses.
In the "Work Plan of the China Notary Association (2025-2028)" (hereinafter referred to as the "Plan"), it is emphasized to take foreign-related business innovation as the starting point and the construction of foreign-related notarization system and mechanism as the support to provide solid legal guarantees for the cross-border flow of factors.
Through the "Plan," we can clearly see the key points and directions of the China Notary Association (中国公证协会) in promoting foreign-related notarization——
First, deepen the service of high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road." Focus on strengthening notarization cooperation with countries in Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and other regions, improve the cooperation mechanism for document exchanges and evidence investigation, and help consolidate the cooperative foundation for foreign-related rule of law construction.
Second, improve foreign-related service capabilities. Strengthen the standardization of foreign-related notarization business, strengthen the construction of foreign-related professional talent teams, ensure the quality of foreign-related notarization documents, and consolidate the practical foundation of foreign-related notarization services.
Third, strengthen international exchanges and cooperation in the field of notarization. Recommend outstanding notaries to serve in the International Union of Notaries, host or participate in important international notarization conferences, contribute Chinese wisdom in the international notarization field, and enhance China's voice in notarization.
(Interview and compilation by Zhang Song, reporter of this newspaper)
Return to TopBy: 魏哲哲
As AI (Artificial Intelligence) technology deeply integrates into traditional fields such as entertainment, advertising, and marketing, many network governance issues have emerged. New technology is not a "shield" for infringement. Only by operating within the boundaries of the rule of law can the entire society truly enjoy the dividends brought by technological development.
Recently, two new types of cases disclosed by the Beijing Internet Court (北京互联网法院) have provided some insights.
One emphasizes the responsibility of platform merchants.
Li (李), a person with a certain degree of popularity and social influence in the fields of education and parenting, discovered that in a consignment sale entrusted to a certain cultural media company (某文化传媒公司), the videos released by the online streamer were accompanied by AI-synthesized voices that closely resembled his own.
Is a celebrity's voice protected when it is "cloned"? The court clarified that AI-synthesized voices are protected by law when they are identifiable, and the defendant constituted voice infringement. At the same time, it was determined that in the legal relationship of merchants entrusting consignment sales, platform merchants have a reasonable review obligation for the promotional content released by their online streamers. Those who fail to fulfill their duty of care must bear joint and several liability with the online streamers. This provides normative guidance for regulating e-commerce promotion behavior, emphasizing the main responsibility of merchants, and governing the chaos of AI "voice doubles."
One clarifies the obligations of AI users.
After the death of a streamer under a certain organization (某机构), it attracted attention. The defendant released a video stating, "The doctor asked for rest to treat the illness, but the team urged the live broadcast," etc. The plaintiff believed that the above content fabricated facts and damaged the organization's reputation. The defendant argued that the video copy was generated by AI and its content was based on online information.
Is AI generation a reason for exemption? The court determined that users of generative artificial intelligence services have a necessary verification obligation in accordance with the law. The defendant has constituted an infringement of reputation rights and should bear corresponding responsibility.
The value of judicial decisions lies not only in resolving disputes, but also in setting legal red lines for technological applications. The two new types of cases not only demonstrate the judiciary's positive guidance on emerging things, but also convey a clear signal: new technology is not a "shield" for infringement. Any subject must abide by the boundaries of the rule of law when using new technology. Whether it is content creators, platform operators, or practitioners in emerging industries, they must be clearly aware that technological applications cannot break through legal boundaries, and cannot engage in acts that infringe upon the rights of others in the name of "technical coincidence." The rule of law will never condone infringing acts, and any act that breaks through the boundaries of the rule of law will be punished by law.
As technology advances, governance must keep up. Facing the new challenges brought by the rapid development of technology, law enforcement and judicial departments are actively taking action and showing their swords against illegal activities. For example, the Cyberspace Administration of China (中央网信办) launched a special campaign called "Qinglang (清朗) - Rectifying the Abuse of AI Technology," disposing of illegal mini-programs, intelligent entities, and other AI products, and cleaning up illegal and non-compliant information. The judiciary promptly responds to new types of legal disputes, and provides clear judicial guidance for technological applications through the release of typical cases, becoming a strong backing for protecting legitimate rights and preventing the abuse of technology. From the perspective of practical effects, only strict law enforcement and fair justice can guide technology to be better and more virtuous, and make the cyberspace clear and orderly.
The pace of innovation will not stop, and new scenarios and new challenges will continue to emerge. Only by taking the rule of law as the foundation and responding in a timely manner through improving legislation and clarifying adjudication rules can we make the rules a "weathervane" for guiding the healthy development of the industry, so that technology can move steadily and far on the track of the rule of law.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 金 歆
In recent years, there have been occasional incidents of people encountering accidental injuries or deaths while privately traversing and climbing mountains in the Qinling Mountains (秦岭). While these incidents are regrettable, they have also sparked much discussion.
One day in 2024, a prosecutor from the Xi'an Railway Transportation Branch of the Shaanxi Provincial People's Procuratorate (陕西省人民检察院西安铁路运输分院) saw on the WeChat official account of Shi Mou Travel Company (时某旅行公司) that for a few hundred yuan, the company could provide a full set of Qinling (秦岭) traversing services, including private car transfers, guides, and outdoor meals.
The prosecutor couldn't help but wonder: Isn't Qinling (秦岭) traversing prohibited? How is this travel company still organizing it? The procuratorial organ's investigation revealed that Shi Mou Company (时某公司) had organized 3,808 people to enter the Qinling core protected area (秦岭核心保护区) for mountaineering and traversing activities in 2024 alone, collecting a total of more than 670,000 yuan in fees.
The procuratorial organ believed that such behavior not only posed a risk to the safety of participants but also endangered the ecological environment of the Qinling Mountains (秦岭) and harmed the public interest. Therefore, it applied to the Xi'an Railway Transportation Intermediate Court (西安铁路运输中级法院) for pre-litigation injunction preservation measures and informed the relevant administrative organs to punish it.
However, after the court issued the injunction, the staff of Shi Mou Company (时某公司) continued to promote its Qinling (秦岭) traversing services through WeChat Moments and other means. After relevant announcement procedures, the procuratorial organ filed a civil public interest lawsuit with the Xi'an Railway Transportation Intermediate Court (西安铁路运输中级法院).
Many outdoor enthusiasts and travel companies like to organize "wild mountain climbing." So, what legal responsibilities should be borne for such "wild mountain climbing" behavior that organizes traversing the Qinling core protected area (秦岭核心保护区) without permission?
A judge from the Xi'an Railway Transportation Intermediate Court (西安铁路运输中级法院) introduced that, according to the "Shaanxi Province Qinling Ecological Environment Protection Regulations" (陕西省秦岭生态环境保护条例), areas above 2,000 meters above sea level and other areas with complex and fragile ecosystems that are susceptible to environmental changes and human activities are designated as core protected areas. Within this area, activities unrelated to ecological protection and scientific research are prohibited.
In this case, the defendant, Shi Mou Company (时某公司), organized thousands of people to enter the Qinling core protected area (秦岭核心保护区) to carry out mountaineering and traversing activities, directly violating the provisions of the "Shaanxi Province Qinling Ecological Environment Protection Regulations" (陕西省秦岭生态环境保护条例).
At the same time, this behavior damaged the ecological environment of the Qinling Mountains (秦岭) and harmed the public interest. For example, prolonged trampling of vegetation causes degradation of vegetation and soil in the core protected area, exacerbating soil erosion; human activities and noise can cause degradation of the habitat quality of wildlife habitats; and so on.
In summary, the court ruled that Shi Mou Company (时某公司) should immediately cease organizing personnel to enter the Qinling core protected area (秦岭核心保护区) to carry out mountaineering and traversing activities. Considering that Shi Mou Company (时某公司) has already had its illegal gains confiscated and fined by the relevant administrative organs, the court decided that Shi Mou Company (时某公司) should pay 115,000 yuan in ecological environment restoration costs for the restoration of the Qinling (秦岭) ecological environment. At the same time, it should publicly apologize in provincial media.
The Qinling Mountains (秦岭) are China's "Central Water Tower." This case pioneered the pursuit of ecological damage liability for illegal traversing of core protected areas through civil public interest litigation, and innovatively used injunction preservation measures, providing useful lessons for the handling of similar cases.
"Crossing the line is illegal, rescue requires payment, and sentencing has precedents." The warning of the case may be more effective than warning signs. It should be noted that illegal organization of traversing faces civil compensation and administrative responsibility, and if serious consequences such as casualties are caused, criminal responsibility may also be pursued.
Return to TopBy: 田豆豆 王 淼
"It's this transfer! The court of first instance miscalculated Gong's repayment."
In the deliberation room of the Civil Division of the Hanjiang Intermediate People's Court of Hubei Province, Judge Gao Jian (高健) flipped to page seventeen of the case file, a bank statement, his pen stopping at a transfer record of 9,000 yuan.
This private lending dispute was not complicated: Gong (龚) borrowed 293,400 yuan from Zeng (曾) and failed to repay it on time. The court of first instance ruled that Gong (龚) should repay the full amount.
However, during the second instance review by the Hanjiang Intermediate People's Court, it was discovered that this transfer record was Gong's (龚) repayment to Zeng (曾) through Zeng's (曾) sister, which should have been recognized as entrusted collection and deducted from the principal of the repayment. However, the court of first instance overlooked this related evidence.
The case was thus reversed, but the discussion did not end.
"Is the first-instance judge's identification of related evidence flawed, and should it be considered 'general negligence' or 'gross negligence'?"
The collegial panel continued to discuss issues such as "whether the original trial violated legal procedures" and "whether there were omissions in the factual review." The final "Opinion Feedback Form on the Determination of Errors in Handling Cases" not only classified the error as "general negligence" but also included "evidence verification suggestions."
Why is this procedure necessary?
In May 2025, the Hanjiang Intermediate People's Court issued the "Ten Work Measures for Implementing the Judicial Responsibility System" and the "Measures for Determining Errors in Handling Cases (Trial Implementation)," stipulating that all cases reversed or remanded for retrial in the second instance or retrial should be evaluated and determined for whether the judges involved had errors in handling the case and the degree of the error. Those found to have violated their trial duties would be subject to accountability procedures; those who performed their duties according to the law would be given positive evaluations.
"The determination of errors in handling reversed or remanded cases is like a 紧箍咒 (jǐn gū zhòu - "tightening spell," a restrictive device), making all judges aware that they cannot be willful with their power," Gao Jian (高健) said with deep feeling. "But it is also like a 'protective talisman' – protecting judges in grassroots courts to boldly perform their duties and take responsibility."
The system had only been in place for a month when it helped Liu Jie (刘杰), a judge at the Tianmen City Court (天门市法院) in Hubei Province, out of a predicament.
Last year, Liu Jie (刘杰) heard a case of intentional injury and sentenced the defendant to one year of imprisonment. The Hanjiang Intermediate People's Court reversed the judgment in the second instance to six months of imprisonment.
"When the news of the reversal came, my heart sank," Liu Jie (刘杰) admitted. He knew that according to the new rules, this case would enter the error determination procedure.
During that time, he repeatedly reviewed the case file, recalling every detail of the trial: "I kept thinking, did I not give the defense enough time to present evidence during the trial? Did I miss any fault on the part of the victim?"
"Judge Liu (刘), we retrieved the complete trial record from the first instance. You clearly asked the defense during the trial whether they had any supplementary evidence, and they said no at the time," the Hanjiang Intermediate People's Court evaluation team said when contacting Liu Jie (刘杰). "This new evidence was submitted by the parties during the second instance and meets the error tolerance clause."
"Reasonable error tolerance and exemption clauses put everyone at ease," Liu Jie (刘杰) said with relief after hearing the evaluation team's conclusion. "I used to be afraid of 'doing more and making more mistakes,' but now I know that as long as I perform my duties rigorously and according to the law, I won't be 'wrongfully injured.'"
In the Hanjiang Intermediate People's Court, error determination is divided into four categories: "intentional violation of trial duties, gross negligence, general negligence, and no violation of trial duties." Through a combination of "qualitative assessment + enumeration," the specific circumstances of nine types of gross negligence and six types of general negligence are clarified.
According to statistics, from June 2025 to the end of March 2026, the Hanjiang Intermediate People's Court and the grassroots courts under its jurisdiction have initiated and completed the error determination of 272 cases. Among them, over 80% were determined to have no violation of trial duties, 45 cases were determined to have general negligence, and 3 cases were determined to have gross negligence. What is gratifying is that the case remand rate has decreased by 75% year-on-year, the rate of applications for retrial has decreased significantly, and the quality and efficiency of case handling in the Hanjiang (汉江) courts at both levels have significantly improved.
"Let those who make mistakes face the problems, rectify and improve, and also let those who take responsibility unload their burdens and perform their duties," said Zhan Yan (詹研), director of the Supervision Office of the Hanjiang Intermediate People's Court. "We must continue to implement the principle of 'whoever hears the case decides, and whoever decides is responsible' through interconnected institutional designs."
Return to TopA Rendezvous with Light and Shadow, Springtime Even More Intense. This year's Qingming Festival film season features the concentrated release of over 20 Chinese and foreign films, the highest number in recent years. This issue of "Creative Insights" invites the creators of two of these films to share the stories behind their new works, allowing us to appreciate history and savor life through cinema.
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Return to TopBy: 张淑平
The rain of Qingming Festival falls once again on the cliffs of Mount Kunniu (困牛山), wetting the wild grass in the cracks of the rocks, clinging to the stones etched with blurred words. Ninety-two years have passed, and the wind still echoes the cries of that bloody dusk in 1934 – "Rather jump off the cliff than harm the common people." As the storytellers gradually fade away, and the listeners' temples turn frosty, how should our generation continue to tell the stories of loyalty buried in the folds of history?
The Long March, a great feat in human history, is a miracle of a group of people measuring faith with their feet and holding up hope with their lives. The story of Mount Kunniu (困牛山) is passed down through word of mouth among the villagers of Shiqian County (石阡县), and in the yellowed pages of local chronicles. In 2002, Yang Youzhu (杨又铸), a local party history worker, encountered Cai Yingju (蔡应举), a 94-year-old man, during a field investigation, who told him about the heroic act of the Red Army jumping off the cliff. Since then, Yang Youzhu (杨又铸) began to visit, investigate, and demonstrate, and after more than 20 years, he finally uncovered the heroic story buried by the mountains: an advance unit of the Red Army's Long March, consisting of 800 people, disappeared in the deep mountains of Shiqian (石阡), Guizhou (贵州). More than a hundred soldiers of the 52nd Regiment of the 18th Division of the Red Sixth Army Group (红六军团) took the initiative to lure the enemy to the desperate situation of Mount Kunniu (困牛山) in order to cover the main force's breakout. The Kuomintang (国民党) reactionaries held the common people as human shields, and the young Red Army soldiers, "would rather die than hurt the people, would rather die than be captured," and all jumped off the cliff and sacrificed themselves.
This historical fact shocked me! In ancient and modern war history, it is common for loyal officials to die for their country, and it is also heard of brave men severing their wrists; but a team, with a completely consistent belief, collectively facing death and living, is moving. To this end, I made a special trip to Mount Kunniu (困牛山) to pay tribute to the martyrs. The Mount Kunniu (困牛山) Red Army Heroic Monument stands alone in the mountains, and the mountain wind blows, as if whispering the tragedy of that year. The guide is a descendant of He Burong (何步荣), the surviving Red Army bugler. He rubbed his calloused hands and said in a thick dialect: "My grandfather said that the Red Army is our family. They have no descendants, so you are their descendants. You must burn paper money for them and pass on their stories from generation to generation." He also said that if a movie could be made, like *The Five Heroes of Langya Mountain*, it would be great to let the people of the whole country know about their heroic deeds. I could no longer restrain the surging tears, and from then on, I formed an indissoluble bond with Mount Kunniu (困牛山).
Guarding this history is not only the responsibility of the villagers of Mount Kunniu (困牛山), but also the mission of our generation. Film is a form of light and shadow that makes heroes "immortal." From script creation to filming scenes, we recognize the word "truth." Historical facts cannot be fictionalized, so we invited Liu Jianwei (柳建伟), the author of the feature film *The Bloody Battle of Xiangjiang* and the former director of the August First Film Studio, to be the screenwriter. In March 2022, Liu Jianwei (柳建伟) consulted a large number of historical materials and devoted himself to the creation of the script. The lights that lit up late at night seemed to be looking at the beacon fire of Mount Kunniu (困牛山) nearly 90 years ago from afar.
The sound of firecrackers in the first month of 2023 was still in my ears. In order to restore the battle scene of that year and find the relics, a filming team of more than 300 people went deep into the mountains of Shiqian (石阡) and officially started filming *Bloody Battle of Mount Kunniu*.
Filming is like a war without gunpowder, and Mount Kunniu (困牛山) is our battlefield. The terrain of the mountains of Shiqian (石阡) is very complex, the mountain roads are rugged and narrow, and the climate is changeable. Every day, seventy or eighty large vehicles travel to the designated filming location, shuttling through dangerous roads, and dangerous situations arise. The most difficult filming was at the battle site of Mount Kunniu (困牛山). This is a steep stone mountain with no road at all, and equipment and materials can only be carried by staff. After learning about this situation, the leaders of the Shiqian County (石阡县) Party Committee mobilized the masses to build two mountain roads leading to the battle site of Mount Kunniu (困牛山), which solved the urgent need for the filming of the film. In order to facilitate the entry of personnel into the mountains and the passage of equipment, the crew built a temporary wooden bridge on a shallow river. Once, a heavy rain fell, the river rose sharply, and the wooden bridge was washed away by the flood, trapping the crew and equipment in the mountains. Everyone was at a loss. After learning the news, the local village cadres organized villagers to rescue them, found a large excavator, and used the excavator's bucket to transport personnel and equipment back and forth. The bucket suspended in mid-air became a commonly used "transportation tool" for the crew under special circumstances. Watching the villagers help the crew with all their strength regardless of danger, my heart was filled with emotion: they were using the most simple way to convey their gratitude to the Red Army heroes that spanned nearly 90 years.
Filming all the way, moved all the way. Behind us, there are military history and party history experts who came to the scene to check, the people of Shiqian (石阡) sent hot ginger soup, cadres who took the initiative to coordinate all parties, students and the masses spontaneously came to the crew to help, and even retired soldiers who respected heroes and inherited the red spirit joined. The creation of the film is precisely under the call of the Red Army's faith, gathering into a powerful force, and overcoming one difficulty after another.
This year is the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army's Long March. When the screen lights up, the heroes of Mount Kunniu (困牛山) are finally "immortal" in the light and shadow. Spanning ninety-two years of time and space, we want to say to them: You have practiced "faith first" and "people first" with your lives in exchange for the sunrise of the new China. The people will always remember you. The contemporary youth will inherit your legacy and shoulder the mission of the great rejuvenation of the nation.
(The author is the chief producer of the film *Bloody Battle of Mount Kunniu*)
Return to TopBy: 杨荔钠
From "Striding into the Wind" ("春潮"), "B for Busy" ("妈妈！") to the currently showing "Who's the Hero," I have been filming women and families all these years. Many people associate me with "mother-daughter themes," but for me, mother and daughter are never just a family title; they are more like an entry point. Through this relationship, what I really want to see is how people grow in the tide of the times, how they influence each other, and how they slowly find themselves.
Whether it is the characters I encounter in my creation or the characters that ultimately appear on the screen, they all carry the traces left by their families as they move into society. How they love and how they endure are related to the era they lived in, the education they received, and the order they experienced.
When I received the script for "Who's the Hero," I first felt its timeliness and accuracy. The story is about the situation of a young person, the life experience of a young girl, and the moments that many young people will encounter in their growth.
Xu Ke (许可) is also a very attractive character to me. She is young, sensitive, stubborn, and a little twisted, specific and vivid. She has her own feelings and many unspoken words. She stands there, possessing the unique expression, awareness, and sharpness of this generation. Such a young and lively girl can be strong, but also fragile, gentle, and sharp. Because of this, she is a real person.
"Who's the Hero" is a story about the post-00s generation, but it does not try to summarize a situation, nor is it in a hurry to give a clear answer, but puts the real, secret, and intense growth of a young person on the screen in a light and bright way.
Hu Chunrong (胡春蓉) is also not a single, stereotypical mother. Through the eyes of her daughter, we see this middle-aged woman again, how she endures, tolerates, awakens, and is reborn in real life. She is not a perfect mother, but she has the simplicity, tenacity, and responsibility of working women. Her "escape" and working experience are not only part of the character's fate, but also reflect the real state of many middle-aged women between family responsibility and individual situation. To portray such ordinary women, the most important thing is to maintain the texture of life and the warmth of human nature.
What I care about most is making the mother and daughter in the story truly stand up. They will be twisted, soft-hearted, say harsh words, and digest their grievances alone in the middle of the night. The problems between them are not only generational conflicts, nor are they just different concepts, but also how generations of women understand their bodies, understand themselves, and understand love.
This story prompted me to constantly think: Why does an adult still need to wait for others to "permit" at certain moments? This "permission" sometimes comes from the family, sometimes from society, and sometimes it has been internalized into our own doubts. We are too used to asking first: Can I do this? Is it bad for me to live like this? Will I disappoint anyone if I become myself like this? "Xu Ke (许可)" is not only a name, but also a verb: instead of waiting for others to speak, we go to ourselves and learn to say to ourselves - I permit.
We took this film into more than a dozen universities, and the post-screening interactive session gave me great encouragement. The audience's laughter and cheers are responding to this story, and it also makes me more convinced that what Xu Ke (许可) touched is indeed what they are experiencing and thinking about. When the microphone was passed to young audience members one by one, they couldn't wait to share the thing that made them most like Xu Ke (许可), as if the film really resonated in reality.
Movies will not give conclusions to life, movies are more like a question, a reminder. But I still hope that through this film, more people will have the courage to live more beautifully, and in complex and diverse interpersonal relationships, slowly establish their own feelings, boundaries, and judgments, and live more comfortably in their own lives. May we all have the courage to slowly hand the matter of "permission" back to ourselves. May we all live more openly, more brightly, and more beautifully in life!
(The author is the director of the film "Who's the Hero")
Return to TopBy: 尚文波
Taizhou Luantan (台州乱弹) is a rare opera genre and a national intangible cultural heritage project. The Taizhou Luantan Troupe (台州乱弹剧团), a private opera troupe, is also known as the "Number One Troupe" of local small opera genres. Looking back on the past 20 years, from being on the verge of extinction to performing on the stage of the National Centre for the Performing Arts (国家大剧院) five times, from "begging for food" to performing 389 shows a year, and from "being ignored" to accumulating an audience of over 5 million, it can be said that we have found our own way to break through.
The rebirth of Taizhou Luantan (台州乱弹) is attributed to our pioneering "private-run, government-assisted" good system. This system, simply put, is about being "flexible." This system is neither a complete "iron rice bowl" nor a purely market-driven "survival of the fittest," but rather a system where the government "underwrites" the troupe through purchasing services and project support.
In 2023, Taizhou City (台州市) specifically issued the "Several Policies on Supporting the Reform and Development of Zhejiang Taizhou Luantan Troupe (浙江台州乱弹剧团)," supporting the development of the Taizhou Luantan Troupe (台州乱弹剧团). We call the specific content "four government assistance items": First, supporting project-based funding of 12 million yuan per year; second, resolving 5 positions with dedicated special-purpose Class A institutional status; third, supporting 10,000 square meters of troupe headquarters space; and fourth, guaranteeing funding for 2 original plays every 5 years. This level of support is relatively rare among private opera troupes nationwide. The "private-run, government-assisted" system and a series of innovative measures have effectively solved the development problems of private troupes and local small opera troupes that undertake the task of inheriting rare opera genres.
The characteristic of rare opera genres lies in their "rarity," but rarity is not synonymous with being **曲高和寡** (qǔ gāo hè guǎ - "high-pitched song, few listeners," describes something too profound or sophisticated to be understood or appreciated by the masses). In terms of creation, we have implemented a "three-level leap" strategy. Zhejiang (浙江) has many strong opera troupes, with Yue Opera (越剧) being popular and Wu Opera (婺剧) gaining popularity. As a small opera genre, if we follow others' footsteps, we will never find a way out. In terms of production methods, we have explored and created a project-based "three-level argumentation system": The creation and performance of each play must go through three levels of consultation: "topic argumentation - script discussion - performance symposium," widely absorbing suggestions and opinions from experts and all sectors of society, and comprehensively promoting the refinement, precision, and marketability of the plays.
The first level is to revive traditional plays and preserve the roots. By standardizing tunes and dialogues, the troupe has unearthed hundreds of tunes. Starting from refining and perfecting excerpts, accumulating small achievements to achieve great things, allowing traditional excerpts such as "Small Banquet" to appear on the CCTV Spring Festival Gala (央视春晚), relying on "original flavor" to establish a foothold.
The second level is to create new historical plays and make a name. "Qi Jiguang (戚继光)" extracts the historical cross-section of Qi Jiguang's (戚继光) suppression of Japanese pirates in the "Taizhou Victory (台州大捷)," which is the first original play since the establishment of the Taizhou Luantan Troupe (台州乱弹剧团). The hardship of creating original large-scale plays, especially endangered opera genres, by private opera troupes is unimaginable. In order to raise funds, the troupe has provided commercial performances and endorsements for many brand enterprises, traveled to 16 cities to invite expert guidance, and temporarily recruited more than 20 actors to supplement the cast, "training" day and night for 7 months.
The third level is to deeply cultivate modern plays and achieve a "corner overtaking." We have no advantage in competing with large opera genres such as Yue Opera (越剧) and Wu Opera (婺剧) in traditional plays, so we "differentiated development," closely combining traditional opera with contemporary characteristics, and creating realistic works such as "My Dachen Island (我的大陈岛)," "My Fanglin Village (我的芳林村)," and "The Stargazer (追星者)." "My Dachen Island (我的大陈岛)" is set against the background of the reclamation history of Dachen Island (大陈岛) in the 1950s and is the first modern play of the Taizhou Luantan Troupe (台州乱弹剧团), exploring a set of modern play performance modes belonging to Taizhou Luantan (台州乱弹). After the play was staged, it was "performed at one stop and researched at another," with targeted adjustments made to each performance, continuously improving the quality through polishing. "My Fanglin Village (我的芳林村)" focuses on the theme of rural revitalization and incorporates a large number of Taizhou (台州) characteristic elements, among which the "Reporting Dishes" excerpt, created with Taizhou cuisine as the core, has become popular online with its fresh regional characteristics and vivid performance. In addition to the theater version, we have also created a simplified version of the above plays and sent them to rural and fishing village stages, and even to mountainous areas and islands. These 3 modern plays have been performed a total of 231 times, appeared on the New Year's Opera Gala, and won dozens of honors such as the Excellent Play Award of the Chinese Drama Festival, initially achieving the "popular and acclaimed" status of local small opera genres.
"Tailoring measures to suit local conditions" makes the opera genre "popular." The troupe adheres to the talent training model of "bringing in and sending out," establishes a salary mechanism that stimulates talent vitality based on "more work, more pay, better work, better pay," and builds a performance platform for young actors by adopting the "cultivating people through performance" method. We have independently cultivated 24 people with intermediate and senior professional titles, trained 11 representative inheritors of intangible cultural heritage projects, and won more than 30 talent honorary titles at all levels, such as "both moral and artistic excellence." Last year, first-class actress Bao Chenre (鲍陈热) won the 32nd China Theatre Plum Blossom Award (中国戏剧梅花奖). This is the first Plum Blossom Award (梅花奖) for the Taizhou Luantan Troupe (台州乱弹剧团) and the Taizhou Luantan (台州乱弹) opera genre, and also the first "Plum Blossom" won by a private opera troupe nationwide since the reform of the award. With the help of this "Plum Blossom," the troupe has become truly "popular" in the opera circle. From the first to the fifth day of the Lunar New Year in 2026, the performance fee will be five times higher than usual. Wenling (温岭) Tianhuang Village (天皇村) has ordered plays for 9 consecutive times. This year, dozens of welcome banners were raised at the performance site, and 6 pennants were presented in a row, showing the deep friendship between the opera and the village.
"Retaining people with affection" makes management "warm." How to have a stable team is the biggest pain point for private troupes, and we deeply feel this. We explore the "retaining people with affection" troupe management model. For young actors, we not only "provide food and accommodation," but even "help introduce partners." This is not a joke, I myself have facilitated 5 couples. In order to allow actors recruited from other places to settle in Taizhou (台州), I personally paid for their down payment for buying a house and helped their children contact schools. Without the siphon effect of first-tier cities, we must use "emotional retention" to make up for the temporary lack of material treatment. Over the years, we have established the troupe's values of "My Luantan, My Troupe," uniting the spirit of striving forward; adhering to the promise of "no matter where in Taizhou (台州) a performance is needed, as long as you give us two hours, we will definitely be able to start the show," demonstrating the responsibility and commitment of private troupes.
At present, the "Three-Year Action Plan for the Revitalization of Drama (2026-2028)" has been officially released. We take this as the action guide and benchmark for the troupe's development, promote the high-quality development of the troupe, and contribute more experience to the reform and development of rare opera genre troupes and private opera troupes.
(The author is the head of Zhejiang Taizhou Luantan Troupe (浙江台州乱弹剧团), a first-class playwright and a first-class director)
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The play "Deng Shichang" will be staged again at the National Centre for the Performing Arts (国家大剧院). Its creation began in early 2023. I studied a large amount of historical data and went to Weihai (威海), Guangzhou (广州), and Fuzhou (福州) for field research, interviewing many historical experts. On Liugong Island (刘公岛), the relics of the navy are visible everywhere. On the sea, the smoke of gunpowder seems to have not yet dissipated. Taking a boat to the sea, directly to the battlefield of the naval battle that year, it seems that I can still hear the sound of cannons, and still see the Zhiyuan warship rushing towards the enemy ship, exploding, sinking, my heart seems to sink to the cold seabed, and slowly rise with the heroic spirits, looking into the distance together... History is not far away, and the heroic spirits have not gone away. They watch generations of successors in the unceasing sound of the sea waves.
There are many works about the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895 and Deng Shichang (邓世昌), such as the movie "The Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895", the TV series "Beiyang Fleet (北洋水师)", dramas, Shanghai operas, operas, etc. How can I have new ideas and breakthroughs from content to form, and make my "this one"? Writing about the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895 and Deng Shichang today, we must also write about the deep-seated reasons for the defeat in the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895, and we must think: Why did the Qing Dynasty (大清) suffer a disastrous defeat? Why was the Beiyang Fleet completely annihilated? Why would Deng Shichang rather sink with the enemy ship and be buried in the sea than live in humiliation?
I hope to make a good play with artistic quality and long-lasting vitality, a play to pay tribute to Deng Shichang, and a warning work to reflect on historical lessons. If a country and a nation do not recognize the world's development pattern and historical trends, and do not actively reform and strengthen the army and the country, it will still suffer a disastrous defeat. To this end, I have devoted all my efforts to writing about the era in which Deng Shichang was in, writing about people in the context of great history and great times.
In the two Opium Wars, foreigners relied on strong ships and guns to severely damage the Qing Dynasty, and the Qing Dynasty signed the "Treaty of Nanjing (南京条约)" and the "Treaty of Beijing (北京条约)". The late Qing Dynasty was extremely corrupt and absurd. Deng Shichang and other naval generals mastered advanced Western military technology, had passion, ideals, and fighting spirit, but their passion and heroism could not change the national status quo or rewrite the outcome of the war. They were victims of the decadent system and corrupt politics. This tragedy left a painful historical lesson.
The characters are the key to the success or failure of a play. I used a lot of ink to shape the artistic image of Deng Shichang, and it is batches of people like him who have forged the national spirit. But today, writing about Deng Shichang cannot be conceptualized, simplified, or even illustrated. We must create a Deng Shichang with flesh and blood, life temperature, rich inner activities, development, and growth. The script takes Deng Shichang as the main line and unfolds many historical figures such as Empress Dowager Cixi (慈禧), Li Hongzhang (李鸿章), Ding Ruchang (丁汝昌), naval officers, and ordinary soldiers. In multiple dramatic conflicts and sharp dramatic situations, write about his choices and his mental journey. There is a river of spirit surging in his heart in the play, and at the same time, Deng Shichang's personal life is fully unfolded. He is a son, affectionate to his parents; he is a husband, affectionate to his wife; he is a father, affectionate to his unborn child, and he has a very rich personal emotional world. For Li Hongzhang, Ding Ruchang, Liu Buchan (刘步蟾), etc., I strive to write out the complexity and richness of their hearts. They are all living people.
This is a tragedy of Deng Shichang, and also a collective tragedy of the first generation of Chinese naval elites and the first batch of Chinese naval students studying abroad. In terms of specific writing methods, I don't want to repeat the narrative methods of film and television dramas. I chose "flashback", opening the whole play from the soul narration of Deng Shichang in the depths of the sea, leading the audience to slowly enter the historical time and space, and the ending returns to the soul narration of Deng Shichang. I also adopted a combination of realism and expression, freehand brushwork, and integrated poetry and symbolism. The stage treatment combines the virtual and the real, making full use of assumptions, and using comprehensive means such as lighting, music, and sound effects to create a stage atmosphere.
The historical lessons of the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895 are unforgettable, and Deng Shichang's patriotism and heroic spirit of not fearing powerful enemies and daring to sacrifice are soul-stirring. I hope to use this play to comfort the departed souls, and also hope to walk into that period of history with the audience, take history as a mirror, and think about the present.
(The author is the playwright of the drama "Deng Shichang")
By: 江 平
In the winter of 1978, Taixing (泰兴), Jiangsu (江苏) Province, the city streets were shrouded in a thin layer of frost in the early morning. I, a naive trainee from the Nantong (南通) City Drama Troupe, met a People's Liberation Army uncle in a clean and tidy green uniform at the Dongjin (东进) Hotel. Because we were standing close to each other in line to buy Huangqiao Sesame Cakes (黄桥烧饼), we started chatting. He was Zhai Junjie (翟俊杰) from the August First Film Studio (八一厂), participating in the filming of "The Huangqiao Campaign (黄桥决战)" which was taking place there. A few casual words were like a stone thrown into a still lake, rippling into a nearly half-century-long connection between him and me.
He called me "Little Jiangping (小江平)," and I called him "Uncle Zhai (翟叔)." During the day, I would sneak into the Dongjin (东进) Middle School studio to watch how they transformed the years of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression into light and shadow; at night, I would wholeheartedly perform the same period of history on the stage of the drama "Dongjin, Dongjin (东进东进)."
I saw him again in the editing room of the Guangxi (广西) Film Studio. He was putting the finishing touches on "The Republic Will Not Forget (共和国不会忘记)," shouldering the responsibilities of screenwriter, director, and actor. His focus seemed to melt his own flesh and blood into every frame. At that time, I was studying under director Luo Yuzhong (罗渝中), who was filming the movie "Shenzhou Little Swordsman (神州小剑侠)." Director Luo's wife, Wu Guangcan (吴光灿), was my fellow townsman from Nantong (南通) and happened to be the editor of Director Zhai's crew. I often saw Director Zhai repeatedly deliberating over the choice of a few shots, and Wu Guangcan (吴光灿), who was naturally straightforward, often argued with Director Zhai until their faces were red, but Director Zhai never got angry. At that time, he had already filmed "The Battle of Taierzhuang (血战台儿庄)."
Zhai Junjie's (翟俊杰) artistic "Long March" had an important guide – Yang Guangyuan (杨光远), a famous cinematographer and veteran director from the August First Film Studio (八一电影制片厂). Whenever he mentioned his mentor, his face would be filled with respect. In the creation of "The Battle of Taierzhuang (血战台儿庄)" and "The Great Battle (大决战)," Yang Guangyuan (杨光远) gave him trust and opportunities, fought alongside him, and faced grand historical subjects together. Zhai Junjie (翟俊杰) often said that Director Yang (杨导) taught him how to use the language of the camera to write national memories, and how to adhere to the truth of history and the dignity of art in artistic creation. This mentorship not only imparted skills but also continued the spirit – a devotion to the film industry, a reverence for national history, and an unremitting pursuit of the true meaning of art.
When preparing for "The Great Battle: The Huaihai Campaign (大决战之淮海战役)," Zhai Junjie's (翟俊杰) attention to the details of clothing and props was almost harsh. In his eyes, the degree of wear and tear on a pair of cloth shoes, and the dryness and color of the soil in a trench, were all silent testimonies of history, and could not be taken lightly. When filming "My Long March (我的法兰西岁月)," Zhai Junjie (翟俊杰) repeatedly scrutinized even the accents of the lines, insisting that southerners not use erhua sounds and not use "zan (咱)." That dedication to the "locality" of art was to allow the youthful image of the great man Deng Xiaoping (邓小平) to grow more authentically from the soil in which he grew up. After filming, Zhai Junjie (翟俊杰) invited Yang Guangyuan (杨光远) to watch the film. Yang Guangyuan (杨光远) praised, "The story comes from life, but it is filmed to be higher than life!"
Zhai Junjie (翟俊杰) knows that true art must be rooted in the fertile soil of life, coming from the people and going to the people. He has practiced this belief day after day for decades. Whether he is on location or participating in activities together, as long as he goes to the countryside or to the homes of the villagers, he will always push open the door to look at the courtyard and lift the pot lid to see what the villagers are eating. What I admire even more is his keen observation of the details of life. In the homes of the villagers, he would carefully look at the patches on their clothes – a patch on the right shoulder might be due to carrying loads often; patches on both shoulders might be on the clothes of women from Hunan (湖南) and Sichuan (四川), because the baskets they carried on their backs caused severe wear; patches on the elbows and knees might reveal the owner's work habits or even identity characteristics. These observations were ultimately integrated into his film creations – the degree of dilapidation of the Sichuan (川军) soldiers' uniforms in "The Battle of Taierzhuang (血战台儿庄)," the way the Red Army soldiers' straw sandals were woven in "The Long March (长征)," and the texture of the clothing worn by the civilian laborers supporting the front in "The Great Battle (大决战)" – these details were all nutrients he drew from life bit by bit. He said, "The real life of the people is the most fertile soil for art. Without this soil, even the most gorgeous images are just rootless duckweed."
He is also a well-known filial son. When his old mother was over eighty years old and still healthy, he often took her with him when he was filming. In the noisy studio, he would arrange a quiet corner for his mother, and when he had time, he would say a few words to her and hand her a glass of water. As a result, when the old mother saw the extras in war-era wearing plastic shoes on the monitor, she would shout "Stop!" because her son had said that filming had to be taken seriously and no detail could be overlooked. That scene was more moving than any drama. In the world of light and shadow, he constructs the flames of war and the vicissitudes of history, but in the softest corner of his heart, he always keeps a quiet lamp for his mother.
He often says, "To film revolutionary historical subjects, you must first have faith and emotion yourself, so that the audience can feel the power of faith." In order to film "The Long March (长征)," he retraced the Long March, experiencing the hardships of the Red Army in the snowy mountains and grasslands; for "The Battle of Taierzhuang (血战台儿庄)," he interviewed hundreds of veterans of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and local people, collecting first-hand information; for "My Long March (我的法兰西岁月)," he conducted in-depth research on the growth environment of early revolutionaries, striving to restore the true atmosphere of history. This creative attitude of going deep into life and rooting oneself in the people gives his works both the weight of history and the warmth of life.
On the artistic Long March, he moves forward with heavy burdens and a sense of awe; in the warm journey of life, he supports the old and carries the young, walking calmly. This year, we will commemorate the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army's Long March. From "Golden Sands (金沙水拍)" to "The Long March (长征)" to "My Long March (我的长征)," Director Zhai Junjie's (翟俊杰) "Long March Trilogy" will once again lead the audience to relive that arduous journey. The audience he loves will also forever remember those stories that grew out of their lives.
(The author is a first-level director of the China Film Group (中国电影集团))
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