Summary: Xi Jinping met with Vietnamese President To Lam in Beijing, reaffirming that China prioritizes relations with Vietnam in its foreign policy. Xi emphasized the importance of maintaining socialist principles and the Communist Party's leadership in both countries, advocating for deepened strategic cooperation in areas like infrastructure connectivity, AI, and tourism. Both leaders agreed to oppose unilateralism and protectionism, while promoting global initiatives. Xi expressed China's willingness to strengthen coordination with ASEAN countries. To Lam, in his first state visit as president, affirmed Vietnam's commitment to prioritizing relations with China and supporting the "One China" policy. Cai Qi, Wang Yi, Yin Li, and Wang Xiaohong also participated in related events.
Summary: Xi Jinping, alongside visiting Vietnamese President To Lam, met with Chinese and Vietnamese youth representatives participating in the "Red Study Tour," a program initiated by both leaders to promote understanding of the "red gene" of China-Vietnam friendship. Xi encouraged the youth to carry forward the "comrades plus brothers" relationship, contribute to innovation and cooperation, and work towards a community with a shared future for mankind. To Lam highlighted the tour's impact on fostering understanding of revolutionary traditions and strengthening bilateral ties, urging youth to further solidify the relationship between the two countries. Cai Qi, Wang Yi, Yin Li, and Wang Xiaohong were also in attendance. The article makes no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan bid farewell to Vietnamese Communist Party General Secretary and President Tô Lâm and his wife Ngô Thị Mận after Lâm's state visit to China. Xi emphasized that China and Vietnam are both socialist countries and should deepen their shared future, striving for modernization and promoting a shared future for mankind. Lâm expressed gratitude for China's warm reception and highlighted the success of the visit, emphasizing the importance of implementing the consensus reached and moving towards a higher-level community with a shared future. Cai Qi and Wang Yi were present at the meeting.
Summary: President Xi Jinping met with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov in Beijing, emphasizing the importance of the China-Russia relationship amidst a complex international landscape. Xi conveyed his greetings to President Putin and highlighted the 30th anniversary of the China-Russia strategic partnership. He urged both sides to implement agreements reached with Putin, strengthen strategic communication, and deepen cooperation to promote a more just international order. Lavrov conveyed Putin's greetings and affirmed Russia's commitment to strengthening ties with China amid a challenging global environment, while also mentioning cooperation in multilateral platforms such as the UN, SCO and BRICS. Wang Yi also attended the meeting.
Summary: Xi Jinping's article, to be published in *Qiushi*, emphasizes the importance of promoting national reading to build a "book-fragrant society." The piece, a compilation of Xi's remarks from 2013 to 2025, highlights reading as crucial for gaining knowledge, fostering morality, and strengthening the nation's spiritual core. Xi urges CCP members to study Marxism and cadres to learn diverse subjects relevant to their work. He encourages everyone to embrace reading habits and contribute to a learning society.
Summary: During Su Lin's state visit, Xi Jinping jointly met with youth representatives from China and Vietnam participating in the "Red Study Tour," emphasizing the importance of preserving the "red gene" of China-Vietnam friendship. Xi highlighted the positive impact of the "Red Study Tour" in fostering mutual understanding and learning between the two countries' youth, noting the letters he received from Vietnamese students expressing their commitment to this friendship. Xi expressed hope that the youth would contribute to a China-Vietnam community with a shared future and to human progress more generally. Both leaders expressed hopes for continued cooperation between the two countries.
Summary: According to the author, China's rapid development represents a significant achievement in human rights history, enriching the concept of human rights. They argue that China's socialist system and focus on poverty alleviation demonstrate a commitment to human rights that contrasts with social inequalities in the U.S. and some European nations. The author highlights initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative and BRICS cooperation as examples of China's efforts to promote the right to development internationally. They emphasized China's commitment to environmental protection and its call for a more equitable global governance system. The piece frames China's approach to human rights as a challenge to the traditional Western-centric view.
Summary: Xi Jinping met with Vietnamese President To Lam in Beijing, emphasizing that China prioritizes its relationship with Vietnam in its neighborhood diplomacy. Xi stressed the importance of maintaining socialist ideals and the leadership of the Communist Party for both nations, advocating for deepened strategic cooperation across various sectors, including infrastructure, AI, and trade. He also expressed China's willingness to work with ASEAN countries to build a closer community. To Lam affirmed Vietnam's commitment to its relationship with China, supporting the one-China policy and Xi's global initiatives. Both leaders witnessed the signing of multiple bilateral cooperation agreements.
Summary: Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan bid farewell to Vietnamese General Secretary and President To Lam and his wife Ngo Thi Man after Lam's state visit to China. Xi emphasized the shared socialist path and the need to build a community of shared future for both socialist endeavors and modernization with Vietnam. Lam expressed gratitude for the warm reception and highlighted the historic high point of Vietnam-China relations, emphasizing the numerous agreements signed and the shared commitment to a strategic community with a shared future. Cai Qi and Wang Yi were also present.
Summary: Politburo member and Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi on April 15th, where Araqchi briefed Wang on the latest developments in Iran-U.S. negotiations and Iran's future considerations, expressing a desire for peaceful negotiations. Wang Yi reiterated China's support for Iran's sovereignty and national dignity and referenced Xi Jinping's four-point proposal for Middle East peace. He emphasized that China supports maintaining the ceasefire and negotiation momentum, respecting Iran's rights as a Hormuz Strait coastal state and ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait. Wang stated that China will continue to promote de-escalation and improve relations between regional countries.
Summary: Politburo member and Secretary of the Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission Chen Wenqing met with Vietnamese Politburo member and Minister of Public Security Luong Tam Quang in Beijing on April 14th. Chen emphasized that Xi Jinping and To Lam had established a blueprint for a China-Vietnam community with a shared future, and expressed hope for strengthened cooperation in political security, combating online gambling and telecom fraud, and protecting overseas interests. Luong expressed Vietnam's desire to deepen exchanges with China and elevate law enforcement and security cooperation. The meeting signals continued coordination on security matters between the two countries.
Summary: Mozambican President Daniel Francisco Chapo will conduct a state visit to China from April 16-22 at the invitation of President Xi Jinping. This marks Chapo's first visit to China since assuming the presidency in 2025. The 49-year-old Chapo's visit was announced by Xinhua News Agency on April 15.
Summary: UAE's Abu Dhabi National Energy Company is awaiting delivery of a 400kV three-phase oil-immersed current-limiting reactor from China's TBEA, intended for Abu Dhabi's power grid construction. TBEA developed the reactor, which features a smaller size, larger capacity, and faster heat dissipation compared to traditional dry-type reactors, after receiving the order in 2024. TBEA aims to expand its global reach via technological innovation in advanced power equipment manufacturing. The company has achieved noise levels below the required 88 decibels, recording only 67 decibels at full load.
Summary: The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway (HSR), a joint project between China and Indonesia, has transported over 15 million passengers as of April 14th. The railway's operations and service levels have been improving, with a peak of 26,770 passengers transported in a single day. The highest daily seat occupancy rate reached 99.64%, demonstrating the project's increasing overall benefits. The report did not mention the United States.
Summary: A symposium promoting the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE) was held in Madrid, Spain. Over ten Spanish trade promotion agencies, business associations, and company representatives participated in discussions. The meeting aimed to encourage Spanish participation in the upcoming CIIE. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The third annual Orchid Awards global nomination process was launched in Beijing on April 15th, attended by over 80 domestic and international guests. Yu Yunquan, Deputy Director of the China Foreign Languages Publishing Administration (CFLPA), emphasized the urgency of promoting mutual understanding and cooperation through initiatives like the Orchid Awards amid a complex global landscape. The Orchid Awards, established in 2022 by CFLPA, recognize foreign individuals and organizations contributing to international cultural exchange and mutual learning between civilizations, with the goal of fostering a shared future for humanity. Meng Fei Xuan, representative of the Orchid Awards International Jury and former Cultural Counsellor of the Italian Embassy in China, stated that the Orchid Awards provide a space for winners and Chinese and foreign judges to jointly practice the Global Civilization Initiative. The award is explicitly included in China's 15th Five-Year Plan.
Summary: China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) recently completed a 1.3 km pier on Inhaca Island, Mozambique, facilitating easier access for tourists and residents. Previously, shallow waters forced passengers to transfer to smaller boats and wade ashore, causing significant delays of one to two hours. The new pier allows passenger ferries to dock regardless of tide conditions, enabling passengers to disembark directly onto the island and improving safety. The project is an important piece of infrastructure connecting the island to maritime transport routes. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Premier Li Qiang met with Vietnamese President To Lam, emphasizing the need for closer cooperation given global instability and agreeing to deepen development strategy alignment, particularly in infrastructure and new energy sectors. Li also highlighted promoting multilateral coordination to oppose unilateralism. To Lam affirmed prioritizing relations with China, focusing on sustainable economic links, trade, technology, and international coordination while addressing bilateral issues and maritime security. Separately, Zhao Leji met with To Lam, emphasizing the implementation of agreements between the two countries' leaders and offering to share legislative experience.
Summary: Politburo Standing Committee member Cai Qi met with Vietnam's Tran Cam Tu in Beijing, following General Secretaries Xi Jinping and To Lam's meeting to chart a new course for the China-Vietnam community with a shared future. Cai emphasized the importance of both parties in guiding departments and mechanisms to implement the consensus reached by the two leaders. He called for strengthened high-level exchanges, governance experience sharing, and pragmatic cooperation, while noting the complex international situation and the shared responsibility of promoting socialism and peace. Both sides also mentioned strengthening multilateral coordination and upholding multilateralism and free trade. The U.S. was not mentioned.
Summary: The State Council has issued an opinion paper outlining reforms to the investment project approval system. The reforms aim to optimize approval authority, improve service convenience, strengthen oversight throughout the project lifecycle, and expand effective investment. Key areas of focus include stricter management of government investment projects, standardized management of enterprise investment projects, streamlined approval processes, and enhanced project supervision. The measures aim to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of investment, with clearly defined responsibilities for various government departments. The reform also calls for coordinating reform of the investment project approval system with project investment and financing mechanism reform and price and fee reform in key areas.
Summary: China is reforming its drug pricing mechanism to balance market forces with government oversight, aiming to promote high-quality development in the pharmaceutical industry while ensuring affordable medicines. Officials from the National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) and other agencies outlined measures to support innovation in drug development, including differentiated pricing for innovative drugs and optimized procurement policies. The reforms emphasize transparency and fair competition across all stages of a drug's lifecycle, from initial pricing to inclusion in national bulk-buying programs, with "innovation not included in bulk-buying." Authorities also highlighted improvements in drug review efficiency and the increasing global competitiveness of China's pharmaceutical sector, and guaranteed the quality of products, but the U.S. was unmentioned.
Summary: The article discusses a new set of guidelines addressing various aspects of pharmaceutical pricing in China. The policy aims to improve the industry's long-term health by streamlining pricing, promoting innovation, and ensuring the supply of essential medicines. It also includes consumer-friendly measures such as price comparison tools for online and offline pharmacies to increase transparency. The policies seek to balance industrial development with the needs of the people. The ultimate goal is to guarantee access to affordable and quality medicines for the public.
Summary: Guangdong officials, including Standing Committee member Zhang Hu and Development and Reform Commission Director Gong Zhenzhi, highlighted the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's (GBA) economic achievements and future development plans at a press conference. Zhang Hu noted the GBA accounts for a significant portion of China's GDP. Plans involve promoting high-end, intelligent, and green industries, and fostering coordinated industrial development across different cities within the GBA. Gong Zhenzhi emphasized Guangdong's role as a hub for domestic and international economic cycles, focusing on reform, opening up, and innovation to drive growth.
Summary: According to the Ministry of Commerce, as of April 12, 2026, consumer goods trade-ins generated 502.94 billion yuan in sales, benefiting nearly 70 million people. Automobile trade-ins exceeded 1.67 million vehicles, resulting in over 269.44 billion yuan in new car sales. Trade-ins for home appliances reached 27.023 million units, generating 111.09 billion yuan in sales, while digital and smart product purchases totaled 41.084 million items, resulting in 122.41 billion yuan in sales. The report does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: China marked the 11th National Security Education Day on April 15th with the theme of "Coordinating Development and Security, Escorting the '15th Five-Year Plan' New Journey." Various educational activities were held across the country, from cities to rural areas, to promote national security awareness, especially among the youth, with events such as lectures, exhibitions, and interactive experiences. These activities aimed to integrate national security education with traditional culture and modern technology. A Guangdong initiative involved Hong Kong and Macau residents in national security-themed study tours, fostering a sense of unity in safeguarding national security within the Greater Bay Area. The events emphasized the importance of both development and security, aiming to strengthen public awareness and participation in national security.
Summary: This article emphasizes the importance of Communist Party members fulfilling their responsibilities to maintain public trust. It highlights examples of local officials addressing citizen concerns, even when those concerns fall outside their direct purview. The article stresses that trust is earned through concrete actions and a commitment to serving the people, warning against superficial achievements ("政绩泡沫") that erode public confidence. It uses the example of a retired Party secretary continuing to help his village prosper to illustrate how responsibility fosters greater trust. Ultimately, the piece argues that earning and maintaining trust is crucial for achieving China's modernization goals.
Summary: On the occasion of the 11th National Security Education Day, China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) announced the commendation and reward of 103 citizens for reporting activities endangering national security, a record high number of awardees. The MSS highlighted several cases, including the exposure of illegal export of restricted materials, the discovery of foreign military equipment in Chinese waters, and the countering of seditious speech in online groups. One awardee reported a foreign individual seeking "internal leaks" on Chinese politics and economics, leading to the unearthing of a foreign spy. Another reported a foreign national distributing propaganda during their travels, leading to the investigation of an illegal foreign organization.
Summary: A joint bird protection and ecological safety awareness campaign was held in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, by the Gulou District Natural Resources and Planning Bureau and the Fujian Bird Watching Association. Volunteers integrated natural experiences with knowledge of ecological safety and wildlife protection. The aim of the campaign was to encourage the public to protect biodiversity and build a harmonious and beautiful home. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Xia Baolong, Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office, addressed the opening ceremony of Hong Kong's 2026 National Security Education Day via video, emphasizing the need to safeguard Hong Kong's development with a high level of security to ensure the success of "One Country, Two Systems." Xia stressed that security is not a one-time achievement and urged vigilance against risks to Hong Kong's stability and prosperity. He highlighted the importance of seizing strategic opportunities under global changes and aligning with the national "15th Five-Year Plan" to promote Hong Kong's high-quality development. Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee also spoke, emphasizing the importance of upholding national security responsibilities. Central government representatives stationed in Hong Kong attended the ceremony.
Summary: A meeting was recently held at the Central Communist Youth League School to discuss the accomplishments of the "Young Marxist Project" (青马工程) and inaugurate the 2026 national class. The meeting emphasized the importance of youth taking on responsibilities as outlined in the "15th Five-Year Plan" and highlighted the need for students to promote innovative Party theories and serve as a bridge between the Party and the youth. Participants were urged to contribute to the construction of Chinese-style modernization and to embody the spirit of young Marxists. The new and returning students jointly launched the "Young Marxist Project: Youth Questioning Youth Answering" initiative, aimed at promoting the Party's innovative theories among young people. The meeting did not discuss or allude to the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: A series of National Security Education activities, jointly organized by the Macau SAR government and the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in Macau, opened on April 15th. The opening ceremony was officiated by CPPCC Vice Chairman Ho Hau Wah, Chief Executive of Macau SAR Chui Sai On, Director of the Liaison Office Zheng Xinsong, Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Macau Bian Lixin, and Commander of the PLA Macau Garrison Chen Wensheng, among others. Chief Executive Chui stated that safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests is the highest principle of "One Country, Two Systems." Director Zheng emphasized the ongoing need to safeguard national security and called for a strategic approach to development and security in Macau. The series includes an exhibition featuring Macau's efforts to maintain national security under the "One Country, Two Systems" framework.
Summary: Xi Jinping's upcoming *Qiushi* article, excerpted from remarks between 2013 and 2025, emphasizes the importance of reading for knowledge, moral cultivation, and national strength. The article stresses the need for Party members to study Marxist classics and for cadres to continuously learn and update their knowledge relevant to their duties. It calls for a society that promotes lifelong learning and encourages reading habits among Party members, cadres, children, and the public. The article advocates for a balance between digital and traditional reading methods, maintaining core values. The text does not allude to the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: This article discusses the importance of effective implementation of policies at the local level, emphasizing quality over speed and genuine collaboration over superficial cooperation. It cautions against pursuing rapid results ("重速不重质") at the expense of long-term sustainability, and urges local officials to avoid turning "cooperation" ("配合") into mere "spectating" ("旁观"). The article also stresses the need for officials to understand and address the actual needs of the people, rather than imposing solutions based on their own assumptions, as this can lead to unintended negative consequences ("好心办了坏事"). The aim is to ensure that policies are well-executed and truly benefit the populace. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: This article discusses Guizhou province's strategy of maximizing the economic potential of its numerous bridges by integrating them with tourism and other industries. It highlights examples such as the Baling River Bridge, which incorporated bungee jumping, and the Pingtan Grand Bridge, which developed a service area with camping and hotels. The author emphasizes the importance of forward-thinking planning that considers tourism from the outset, citing the example of the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, which integrated tourism planning from its initial planning stages. By integrating infrastructure with regional development and local livelihoods, these bridges become catalysts for economic growth in surrounding rural areas. The article did not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The article discusses the revitalization of rural China through art and culture, highlighting initiatives to enhance the aesthetic and cultural value of villages. It emphasizes the importance of leveraging local culture and traditions to create unique rural experiences and promote economic development through creative industries. The piece argues that "文艺赋美乡村" (using art to beautify villages) is a response to the demand for better living and an important element in achieving complete personal development. It also mentions how digital infrastructure is connecting urban areas to rural ones, and how the construction of a single national market is facilitating the movement of resources. Ultimately, the article advocates for unlocking the potential of rural areas by transforming cultural heritage into economic opportunities, fostering both cultural confidence and improved livelihoods.
Summary: Chinese schools are diversifying physical education offerings to cater to students' evolving interests and promote holistic development. New sports, including both internationally recognized events like curling and ice hockey, and locally popular activities like dragon boat racing and Wing Chun, are being introduced into the curriculum. This shift aims to better implement the "health first" education philosophy. The changes encourage fitness, determination, and all-around development in students. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: China's inbound tourism is experiencing a surge, driven by policy support such as expanded visa-free transit programs. This growth is extending beyond traditional holidays to encompass seasonal attractions and is transforming into a sustained economic driver, exemplified by the RMB 393.98 billion "travel service export" sector in 2025. The focus is on improving service quality and branding, with initiatives like enhanced payment options in cities and the promotion of cultural experiences. The government work report emphasizes building "buying in China" and cultivating "China service" brands.
Summary: China is making rapid advancements in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, with recent clinical trials demonstrating successful "thought-controlled" devices for paralyzed patients. These advancements are driven by clinical demand and supported by government initiatives, such as the establishment of BCI industrial clusters and the setting of medical service pricing. While challenges remain regarding the reliability and long-term compatibility of implanted devices, China is leveraging its national system to overcome these hurdles and achieve breakthroughs in the field. The "15th Five-Year Plan" highlights BCI as a key area for economic growth, aiming to secure a leading position in global competition through technological innovation. The article does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: Li Chuangye, a doctor who uses his hands to move due to childhood polio, opened a clinic in Kashgar, Xinjiang, offering free services to people with disabilities and half-price services to those in need. Despite facing numerous hardships, including being kidnapped and forced to beg as a child, Li graduated from Henan University with a degree in clinical medicine and has donated over 200,000 RMB to help others. He aims to improve his medical skills to help more patients and has inspired others with disabilities to find employment. The article makes no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: This article profiles Li Chuangye, a disabled individual who overcame significant adversity, including being a victim of trafficking and starting school late, to become a doctor and open his own clinic. He attributes his success to his own hard work, as well as the support and encouragement he received from his community. The article highlights the improvements in China's social security and support systems for people with disabilities, allowing them to access education, healthcare, and employment opportunities. It uses Li's story to illustrate the progress made in supporting disabled people and to encourage all people to pursue their dreams through hard work.
Summary: Hu Youxue, a railway track flaw detector, has discovered over 1,200 rail damages during his 28-year career. He created a "Rail Weld Defect Atlas" and helped write the "Rail Flaw Detection Operation Guide." Hu also led his team in completing over 20 technical innovations, solving multiple technical problems during rail flaw detection. The article highlights his dedication to identifying and preventing rail defects, emphasizing the importance of accuracy and attention to detail in his work.
Summary: China now has 51 UNESCO Global Geoparks after Changshan in Zhejiang and Mount Siguniang in Sichuan were approved at the 224th session of the UNESCO Executive Board in Paris. Changshan Geopark boasts a continuous stratigraphic sequence spanning nearly one billion years, while Mount Siguniang Geopark showcases the geological evolution from the ancient Tethys Ocean to the uplift of the eastern Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The parks are located in Changshan County, Quzhou City, Zhejiang Province and Xiaojin County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, respectively. The addition of these two parks expands the distribution of China's geoparks to 24 provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities, and Hong Kong. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: China successfully launched eight satellites, including the Jixing Gaofen 07A02, using the Lijian-1 Y12 carrier rocket from the Dongfeng Commercial Aerospace Innovation Test Zone. The satellites successfully entered their designated orbits, marking the twelfth flight for the Lijian-1 carrier rocket. The article makes no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Heilongjiang Province's Department of Ecology and Environment issued a "Eco-Enterprise Assistance" service action plan for 2026 to improve the business environment and convert ecological advantages into development momentum. The plan consists of 15 specific measures in four areas. The action plan will provide one-stop services for major projects, including site selection optimization, environmental assessment policy analysis, and environmental access. Heilongjiang will continue to carry out the joint handling of "multiple certificates in one" and implement "one thing" for environmental protection permits for fixed pollution sources. The Province will also promote joint processing of approval items such as the setting of sewage outlets into rivers, environmental assessment, and sewage permits.
Summary: China's Three Gorges Corporation reports the world's largest clean energy corridor, comprised of six hydropower stations on the Yangtze River, operated well in the first quarter, generating over 61.8 billion kWh of electricity, a 7.19% year-on-year increase. The cascade reservoirs replenished the downstream with over 20.3 billion cubic meters of water during the dry season, ensuring water supply and improving navigation. Three Gorges Corporation also conducted ecological regulation experiments at the Udongde and Baihetan hydropower stations to benefit Yangtze River fish spawning. The corridor is intended to safeguard water, shipping, energy, and ecological security along the Yangtze. The article does not explicitly mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: A renovated residential building in Beijing's Xicheng District using prefabricated construction technology has welcomed back its original residents, showcasing the efficiency and quality of this modern building method. This technology, which involves prefabricating modules in factories and assembling them on-site, is being promoted nationwide to improve housing and industrial production, as outlined in the "15th Five-Year Plan." In Sichuan, prefabricated rural houses are gaining popularity for their speed of construction, cost-effectiveness, and improved living conditions, with local governments providing various customizable options to residents. Prefabricated construction is also being adopted for industrial buildings in Jiangsu, reducing construction time, pollution, and operational costs for businesses. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The 2026 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit was held in Hong Kong, focusing on "Digital Empowerment and Innovative Development." Director of the Cyberspace Administration of China, Zhuang Rongwen, highlighted Xi Jinping's emphasis on strengthening digital empowerment to shape new advantages in Asia-Pacific innovation. Attendees discussed the need to balance development with security in the digital realm, addressing challenges like network security, data protection, and AI governance. Speakers like Hong Kong Financial Secretary Chan Mo-po emphasized the need for human control over AI, while others discussed the ethical risks and uncertainties of AI that require international consensus. Participants also advocated for enhanced digital infrastructure connectivity and cross-border cooperation to address challenges and promote equitable technological advancement.
Summary: The HH-200 commercial unmanned transport system, independently developed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), successfully completed its maiden flight in Pucheng, Shaanxi. The HH-200, designed to civil aviation standards with intelligent autonomous flight capabilities, boasts a cargo capacity of 12-18 cubic meters, a maximum payload of 1.5 tons, and a range of 2,360 kilometers. According to the technical lead, Meng Fantao, the HH-200 extensively uses composite materials to achieve a 20% weight reduction and aims for an operational cost of 4.7 yuan/ton-km, one-third of manned aircraft. The HH-200 can operate in diverse environments including short runways and high-altitude airports. It is designed for cargo transport but can be quickly adapted for emergency rescue, firefighting, and other tasks.
Summary: The 15th China International Garden Expo opened in Wenzhou, Zhejiang on April 15th. This year's expo, themed "Poetic Landscape, Sharing Green Life," emphasizes ecological restoration, urban renewal, and cultural inheritance. It aims to integrate garden landscapes into the urban fabric and serve the people, featuring a "one core, multiple points" model with 1 main venue, 13 sub-venues, and 49 expo sites across the city. The expo will last 100 days and focus on themes of ecological empowerment, cultural revitalization, industrial upgrading, and international dialogue. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: Chinese excavator sales increased by 19.5% year-on-year in the first quarter, totaling 73,336 units, according to the China Construction Machinery Association. Domestic sales grew by 8.25%, while exports surged by 36.1%. Loader sales also saw a significant rise, with total sales up 25.4%, driven by a 38.5% increase in exports. This robust export growth reflects the success of Chinese construction machinery companies' globalization strategies. The increases in both domestic sales and exports indicate a rising industry prosperity index due to rebounding demand. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: Weinan, Shaanxi province is focusing on integrating its rich cultural heritage and natural landscapes to boost its tourism industry as part of its "15th Five-Year Plan." The city has established a dedicated task force led by top officials to coordinate efforts across various departments and counties.渭南 is promoting its core IP, "Yellow River Huashan, Home in Weinan," through a series of seasonal events and activities. The city is also implementing policies and services to attract and retain tourists, moving beyond a reliance on ticket sales by creating immersive experiences.
Summary: Xi Jinping has repeatedly emphasized the importance of managing expectations to boost confidence in China's economic development, including the need to include expectation management in its macroeconomic governance. The article argues that managing expectations is crucial for effective macroeconomic governance, especially given the current challenges of weak domestic demand and insufficient social confidence. It proposes a shift towards incorporating expectation analysis alongside supply and demand analysis in macroeconomic assessments. Furthermore, the article suggests that macroeconomic control targets should include both supply-demand balance and expectation guidance, and that policy support should be combined with reform and innovation to address structural and institutional issues. Finally, it mentions that negative expectations, in particular, can be rapidly amplified and cause wide-spread panic.
Summary: The article critiques "peaceful officials" (太平官) who prioritize avoiding mistakes and maintaining stability over proactive governance and achieving tangible results, leading to inaction and erosion of public trust. These officials, motivated by personal gain and fear of accountability, prioritize process over substance and avoid addressing complex issues. The author attributes this phenomenon to a combination of flawed personal values and a skewed evaluation system that rewards risk aversion. The article advocates for a performance evaluation system that emphasizes tangible results, incentivizes innovation, and holds officials accountable for inaction, fostering a political environment that values competence and responsibility.
Summary: This article discusses the need to deepen the integration of technological and industrial innovation in China, particularly in light of rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence. It argues that the traditional linear model of innovation is evolving into a bi-directional, interactive cycle, requiring reforms in resource allocation, talent mobility, and institutional mechanisms. The author suggests promoting seamless connections between innovation and industrial chains, fostering a robust innovation ecosystem, and improving the science and technology management system. The author also mentions perfecting the new national system, reducing transaction costs, stimulating the enthusiasm of innovative entities, and building a collaborative innovation ecosystem between industry, academia, and research. It does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The town of Liuba in Shaanxi province is leveraging its naturally dark night skies to boost its rural economy through "starry sky tourism." Local officials like Tan Chenxi and Shen Cong recognized the economic potential of the dark skies and implemented a development model centered on them. This includes initiatives like "starry sky +民宿(min su)," developing themed attractions, and building a rural observatory. The efforts have significantly increased tourism revenue and local employment, demonstrating how preserving the natural environment can create economic value. There is no mention of the United States in the article.
Summary: This article discusses the trend of "出片" (taking aesthetically pleasing photos) in China, highlighting how ordinary people are using photography to capture and share moments of beauty and emotion from their daily lives. It notes how such images can boost local economies and showcase Chinese cities internationally. The article cautions against the pursuit of "perfect" photos at the expense of safety and public order, and it emphasizes that "出片" should be about authentically capturing life's essence. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
Summary: This compilation of news briefs from Chinese state media includes several domestic developments. Guangxi has formally demarcated the river-sea boundary for the Pinglu Canal. Hainan province announced 109 "Internet + National Voluntary Tree Planting" bases. Hubei province has launched peach industry meteorological index insurance, and Ningbo, Zhejiang held the 2026 Yangtze River Delta-Greater Bay Area Literature Week. Finally, Shanxi province has deployed a structural health monitoring and vibration risk perception system at the Hanging Temple.
Summary: The 2026 World Peony Conference and the 35th Heze International Peony Culture and Tourism Festival were held in Heze, Shandong. A Kyrgyz company is seeking peony products, reflecting the use of peony culture to promote industry. Heze has signed cooperation agreements with Kyrgyz agricultural groups, including establishing overseas branches of the 2026 World Peony Conference in Kyrgyzstan. Heze peony products have been exported to countries including Serbia, Romania, and Kyrgyzstan, with a total output value expected to exceed 13 billion yuan by 2025. Peony-themed cultural and creative products, like paintings and paper cuttings, are also popular overseas.
Summary: Luo Yu, a farmer born in 1997 in Chenzhou, Hunan Province, returned to her hometown to cultivate over 4000 mu of farmland after previously running a B&B. She and her husband consolidated scattered plots and upgraded fields to high standards, purchasing agricultural machinery suitable for hilly terrain. Luo utilizes short-form video platforms to share her experiences and agricultural knowledge. Her efforts created employment opportunities for over 200 local villagers, and she hopes to attract more young people to agriculture.
Summary: A job fair for university students specializing in elderly care services was held at Shanghai University of Engineering Science. Nearly 50 organizations sought to recruit a total of 300 personnel. Students from elderly care and other disciplines expressed optimism about the industry's prospects, citing data analysis and evolving care standards as attractive elements. Recruiters emphasized the energy and ambition of the student applicants, highlighting a preference for candidates with a proactive attitude. Some organizations offered administrative roles and rotation programs to facilitate adaptation.
Summary: An AI "night school" has been established in Shenzhen's Longhua district to provide free, accessible AI training to local workers from various sectors. The program, initiated by the Fucheng subdistrict in December 2024, aims to address the desire for AI skills among the large youth workforce in the area. The curriculum is tailored to student feedback, teaching practical applications like using AI for e-commerce. By the end of 2025, the program had conducted 176 classes and trained over 9,500 people.
Summary: A "youth night school" in Huangshan City's Yangmeishan community offers tea art classes to young professionals and returning youth. The classes, taught by instructors knowledgeable in Chinese tea culture, aim to provide cultural enrichment and a sense of community. According to Yangmeishan community Party Secretary Wu Shaoping, the program connects youth to local culture. Communist Youth League Huangshan Municipal Committee Secretary Sun Jie stated that the night schools serve to improve skills, expand social circles, and enhance a sense of belonging to the city.
Summary: The Kashgar East Road subdistrict in Urumqi is undergoing an environmental cleanup campaign, aiming to transition from ad-hoc efforts to a standardized approach. The subdistrict has created a practical manual outlining responsibilities and standards for addressing recurring issues. A pilot program in the Jingjiang Road community involved forming teams, holding consultative meetings with residents and stakeholders, and implementing a "green space adoption" program with an incentive system. According to subdistrict office director Qi Li, the manual is intended to set standards and provide tools.
Summary: The city of Kaili has created a "Neighborhood Market" initiative to provide integrated services to residents. According to Kaili Municipal Committee Member and Secretary of the Da Shizi Street Party Committee, Wu Dan, the market integrates medical, cultural, and business resources to deliver convenient services directly to the community. The market focuses on policy promotion, volunteer activities, convenient services, and health promotion based on community needs identified through various channels. As of now, 57 market events have been held, serving over 60,000 people.
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Summary: Fujian Party Secretary emphasized the importance of national security in the province's "15th Five-Year Plan," highlighting the need to strengthen the national security system and build a safer China. He stressed upholding the "Two Establishments" and achieving the "Two Safeguards" by implementing the holistic national security concept across all aspects of Fujian's development, focusing on political, economic, and social security. He further called for improving cross-strait relations to serve reunification, while also addressing foreign-related security risks and strengthening cybersecurity. There was no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in the article.
Summary: Wang Xinghai, head of the Yongxing Coast Police Station in Hainan, patrols the coast, dedicating his service to the island for eleven years. Police officers such as Fu Quanzhuang conduct inspections of fishing boats and monitor vessel activity to ensure the safety and regulation of maritime operations. Li Mingju, a community police officer, provides assistance to residents and workers on the island, addressing various needs and concerns. The police station has also established additional offices on nearby islands to better serve the scattered communities. The article emphasizes the dedication of these officers to safeguarding the region and serving the people, but it does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Chen Binhua stated at a press conference that reunification would provide Taiwan with economic opportunities and tangible benefits, including improved public services, resource sharing, and reduced living costs. He claimed Taiwan could reallocate defense spending to social welfare programs after unification. Chen noted an increase in Taiwanese people traveling to the mainland, despite the DPP's restrictions on cross-strait exchanges. Chen stated that Beijing is willing to increase communications with Taiwanese of all political affiliations that accept the "1992 consensus". The United States was not mentioned.
Summary: On April 15th, the Taihe community in the Suqian Economic and Technological Development Zone of Jiangsu Province, in conjunction with the Suqian Hospital of Jiangsu Province People's Hospital, launched a community health and public welfare activity. The event included health lectures, first aid training, and free clinics by experts. The medical team provided residents with various medical services such as color ultrasound and blood pressure measurement. This activity does not mention any U.S. or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and the National Standardization Administration (SAC) recently approved and released six national standards concerning the fire safety of construction materials. These standards aim to improve quality testing and evaluation of fire-resistant building materials. Key aspects include methods for assessing non-combustibility at high temperatures, evaluating surface flammability at room temperature, and measuring the heat value of materials. The standards also focus on ground covering materials' fire resistance and improvements to single burning item tests. These measures seek to protect public safety and promote high-quality development in the building materials industry.
Summary: Liaoning province has initiated a six-month campaign to review and revise local government regulations and administrative documents. The review will target regulations that obstruct the construction of a unified national market and hinder high-quality development, especially those relating to fair competition and treatment of private enterprises. The initiative, led by the Liaoning Provincial Department of Justice, will focus on regulations issued before December 31, 2025, by provincial, municipal, and county-level governments and their departments. The goal is to ensure policies are transparent, accessible, and effectively implemented.
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Summary: The 139th Canton Fair opened in Guangzhou, showcasing China's advancements in technology and manufacturing. The fair features a record-breaking 1.55 million square meters of exhibition space, with new zones dedicated to consumer and agricultural drones. Buyers like Osama Al-Arifi from Saudi Arabia experienced innovative technologies such as drone delivery and robotic service. The event highlights new products, green technologies, and products with independent intellectual property rights, reflecting China's focus on future industries and attracting global buyers like Juan from Brazil and Pavel from Russia. Over 600 new product launch events will be held, activating the exhibition with "smart + scenario" and providing more convenient, accurate and efficient trade services for global merchants.
Summary: The China International Consumer Products Expo (消博会) showcased a growing trend of health-conscious consumption in China, with increased interest from younger demographics in preventative health products and solutions. German and Canadian exhibitors noted the sophistication of Chinese consumers regarding ingredients and product quality, exceeding that of some Western markets. A Canadian health brand is planning to establish a second office in Hainan, viewing the Expo as a springboard. Exhibitors observed a shift in China towards proactive health management and consumption of health-related products. The Expo highlights the increasing acceptance of preventative healthcare in line with the "Healthy China" initiative.
Summary: The Liusong Modern Industrial Park in Anhui province has attracted numerous Shanghai-based companies due to a "benefit-sharing mechanism" between Liu'an and Shanghai's Songjiang district. Under a 2024 agreement, tax revenue generated by Songjiang-recommended projects in the park is split 60/40 between Liu'an and Songjiang for five years. This collaborative model, supported by provincial-level statistical adjustments and a joint 500 million RMB industrial fund, addresses challenges in cross-regional industrial transfers. Liu'an Party Secretary Fang Zheng emphasized the park's role as a platform for cross-regional resource allocation, aligning with central government directives on revitalizing old revolutionary base areas. Shen Jialin, general manager of the park, highlights the collaborative efforts in investment and recruitment between Shanghai and Anhui.
Summary: According to the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE), China's foreign exchange market saw increased activity and stability in Q1 2024, with cross-border receipts and payments up 16% year-on-year. SAFE Deputy Director Li Bin noted a basic balance between foreign exchange supply and demand in March, with a bank settlement surplus of $16 billion. The foreign exchange market turnover in March reached $4.4 trillion, a year-on-year increase of 16%. Cross-border capital flows from non-bank sectors saw a net outflow of $32.1 billion, with trade in goods maintaining net inflows.
Summary: In the first quarter of 2024, the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region's total import and export value reached 1.14 trillion yuan, a 10% year-on-year increase, accounting for 9.7% of China's total foreign trade. State-owned enterprises accounted for the largest share of this trade (50.4%), while private enterprises experienced the fastest growth (22.6%). Exports were driven by mechanical and electrical products, especially electronic components and automobiles. Emerging markets such as Africa, Brazil and Australia saw particularly strong growth in trade with the region.
Summary: Jiangsu traffic authorities are cracking down on the illegal practice of drivers altering the color of their new energy vehicle license plates, which is considered intentional defacement. Authorities emphasize that license plates are for identification and management, and artificial alterations compromise the reflective properties crucial for electronic vehicle identification, especially in low-light conditions. The practice, fueled by online tutorials and social media trends, violates Article 11 of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China. Authorities warn of increased roadside checks and penalties for offenders. No mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations was made in the article.
Summary: The "Eastern Corridor" of the China-Europe Railway Express, consisting of the Manchuria, Suifenhe, and Tongjiangbei railway ports, has seen over 2,000 trains pass through it thus far in 2024, carrying 200,804 TEUs, a 44.8% year-on-year increase. Manchuria station has strengthened coordination between railway, customs, and enterprises, and implemented intelligent sensing technologies to expedite customs clearance. Suifenhe station has introduced measures such as 24/7 customs clearance appointments to promote efficient customs processing. Tongjiangbei station leverages its integrated facilities to improve operational accuracy, facilitating rapid loading and unloading for China-Europe freight trains.
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Summary: Gansu province is promoting mass participation in arts and culture through the "2026 Auspicious Gansu, National Mass Arts Show," featuring over 200 performances across the province. The initiative encourages grassroots participation in artistic creation, shifting from a passive audience to active performers in events ranging from Qinqiang opera to folk traditions. The province is leveraging online platforms to broaden reach, gather audience feedback, and facilitate artistic exchange among performers, enhancing both the quality and accessibility of these cultural events. Local cultural and tourism departments are creating folk talent pools, inviting experts to guide competitions, conducting daily discussions, and providing one-on-one training to improve the performance level of the masses. This initiative aims to allow the masses to write, perform, and enjoy their own work.
Summary: The article discusses the prominent role of AI at the 13th China Internet Audio-Visual Convention, highlighting its impact on content creation. While AI excels in computational tasks, the article emphasizes the importance of human aesthetic judgment and creativity in distinguishing quality content. It argues that aesthetic sense, deeply rooted in Chinese cultural traditions, is crucial for navigating the AI-driven landscape and fostering a vibrant cultural ecosystem. Ma Hongbin, Senior Vice President of Kuaishou, stated that AI video creation has moved beyond visual stimulation to focus on storytelling and emotion. The article does not discuss or allude to the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: This article describes the traditional Xuan paper-making process, a national intangible cultural heritage, at the Hongxing Xuan Paper Factory in Jing County, Xuancheng, Anhui. The process, relying on manual labor and natural materials like bark and rice straw, involves 108 steps and takes years to complete. The author emphasizes the paper's qualities ("light as cicada's wings, white as snow") and its role as a carrier of civilization. There is no mention of Chinese officials or their statements, and no discussion on the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The "China Network Audiovisual Development Research Report (2026)" was released at the 13th China Network Audiovisual Conference, revealing that China's online audiovisual user base reached 1.099 billion by December 2025. Short videos remain the primary driver for new internet users, with their popularity continuing to surge, and micro-dramas have surpassed long-form videos in daily usage time. AI-generated video/audio content has seen a massive increase, exceeding 2 billion items in 2025, reshaping the audiovisual content production system. The market size of China's online audiovisual industry reached 1.287661 trillion yuan in 2025, with over 800,000 companies operating in the sector.
Summary: The Chinese Academy of Sciences' Light Boat ("Qingzhou") experimental spacecraft, launched on March 30th, has released its initial science and engineering trial results, successfully completing its mission objectives. The 4.2-ton spacecraft, designed for key technology verification and low-cost design, achieved autonomous orbit raising to 600 km and is now in a long-term operational phase, validating technologies for future cargo missions. The trials included testing of new technologies like foldable solar panels and new communication modules. It also demonstrated multi-satellite release and in-orbit servicing, including proximity operations with the "New Journey 01" satellite. The mission aims to establish a cost-effective and commercially viable model for space operations.
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Summary: The article reports on the rise of AI-related scams targeting elderly and middle-aged Chinese citizens, who are often unfamiliar with the technology and lack awareness. Scams include "free" AI training courses that upsell expensive lessons, fake online romances using AI-generated images, and AI-generated voice scams where fraudsters impersonate relatives needing money. Authorities in Beijing and Shanghai have investigated and shut down fraudulent operations, recouping funds for victims. Experts recommend AI-driven solutions, such as detection models and digital watermarks, to combat AI-driven fraud and educate the public, especially seniors, about the risks.
Summary: The Shanghai Public Security Bureau's anti-fraud center advises elderly citizens to be wary of online strangers, especially when money is involved, and to report suspicions to the police. They also warn against scams involving impersonations of relatives, falsely advertised medical products, and training programs promising easy money. The article emphasizes verifying information through official channels and consulting with family members before making any financial decisions. It provides specific advice for avoiding fraud in online relationships, advising people to be cautious when approached by strangers online, especially when asked for money.
Summary: A meeting in Shanghai addressed the need for improved management and services for "new employment groups" (新就业群体), emphasizing the importance of a coordinated approach between party, government, and enterprises. The meeting stressed the need to protect the rights of workers in this category, including fair compensation, health and safety, and regulation of algorithms used by platform companies. It also called for strengthening ideological guidance, expanding party coverage, and encouraging participation in grassroots governance. The meeting aimed to foster a sense of belonging and integration within society for these workers.
Summary: The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, along with the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, jointly issued an "Opinion on Coordinating the Urban-Rural Employment Policy System." The document emphasizes strengthening employment-first policies and promoting the two-way flow of labor between urban and rural areas through improved employment services, vocational training, rights protection, and social security. Key measures include expanding employment opportunities in rural areas, equalizing public employment services, and ensuring the rights and interests of rural workers. The document also calls for improved support for vulnerable groups and a comprehensive employment monitoring system. There is no discussion or allusion to the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: China's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security has launched the "Career Leads the Future - 2026 National Urban Joint Recruitment for College Graduates" spring campaign. The initiative involves 131 activities, including online and offline recruitment fairs targeting key industries like advanced manufacturing and IT, as well as key regions such as the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei area. These events aim to provide targeted employment services to college graduates. Information and participation in specialized services are available on the China National Talent Network.
Summary: A primary school in Zhejiang province's Deqing county held a sports day featuring games with agricultural themes, such as carrying grain with a shoulder pole and racing with vegetable batons. Students participated in events like "rolling silkworm trays" and "chasing chicks," enjoying the fun and rural flavor of the competition. The event aimed to promote physical activity among children. There is no information in the article that discusses the statements or actions of an official, nor any discussion on the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: China's national railway operator announced its plan for the "May Day" holiday travel rush (April 29 - May 6), including operating a peak schedule with approximately 13,000 passenger trains daily. To address high demand, the railway will add overnight high-speed trains on major lines and increase high-speed sleeper trains on select routes. Ticket sales strategies will prioritize long-distance travelers while allocating some tickets to intermediate stations based on real-time demand data. The railway will also take measures to prevent scalping by restricting suspicious behaviors on the 12306 platform and provide better support for elderly and student passengers.
Summary: Guizhou province has jointly issued a new regulation mandating a "meal accompaniment system" for civil affairs cadres and heads of elderly care facilities. The regulation requires officials at the provincial, municipal, and county levels to dine at these facilities at their own expense multiple times per year, with increased frequency for those overseeing basic welfare. The goal is for officials to understand issues with the food service and guide improvements while also monitoring food safety. The head of each elderly care facility is required to dine with the elderly residents at least once a week.
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Summary: Guo Pu, a 17-year-old breakdancer from Shandong, won the women's title at the 2025 World Breaking Championship in Fukuoka, Japan, the first Chinese athlete to do so. Guo defeated Japan's Ami Yuasa in an international competition in Vietnam and aims to incorporate Chinese elements like Kung Fu and opera into her dance. She emphasizes original moves reflecting her own ideas rather than imitation, hoping to showcase a unique Chinese style and promote Chinese culture. Although she missed qualifying for the Paris Olympics, Guo Pu aims to maintain her training in case breaking returns to the Olympic stage in the future.
Summary: New regulations in China are leading to a decrease in the number of marathon events, as organizers focus on quality over quantity. This shift requires organizers to improve services, safety, and overall event experience, moving away from a focus on high participation at lower standards. The article argues this reduction allows runners without proper training to pursue other sports while also allowing cities to explore other sporting event options and sports tourism. The changes ultimately aim for a healthier and more sustainable development of the sport in China.
Summary: A mobilization meeting was held in Beijing on April 15th to establish the Chinese sports delegation for the 6th Asian Beach Games (Sanya Asian Beach Games). The Sanya Asian Beach Games is the first large-scale international sports event to be held after the closure operation of the Hainan Free Trade Port. China will send a delegation of 255 people, including 171 athletes, to participate in 60 events across 13 sports. The Games will be held in Sanya from April 22nd to April 30th.
Summary: The Chinese national archery team achieved a successful start to the 2026 season at the Archery World Cup in Puebla, Mexico, securing 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals. The women's recurve team won gold, defeating Turkey in the final. Zhu Jingyi won gold in the women's individual recurve event, with Yu Qi taking silver and Huang Yuwei bronze. Zhu Jingyi and Sun Jingxuan also won gold in the mixed recurve team event against the United States.
Summary: Chinese basketball player Ran Kejia was drafted 43rd overall by the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA draft. This makes her the fourth Chinese player ever drafted into the WNBA. Ran Kejia has been a member of the Chinese national team system since 2022, and has played for the Sichuan team in the WCBA. She was also a major contributor for the U19 national team. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations beyond Ran Kejia being drafted into a US professional sports league.
Summary: Ge Shuru, a 74-year-old former professional volleyball player, continues to coach young female volleyball players in Zhengzhou, Henan, emphasizing the importance of consistent fundamental training. Ge, who previously coached at Henan Experimental High School and Zhengzhou No. 9 Middle School, focuses on fostering the next generation of players and building a strong foundation for women's volleyball in the region. She recently coached the Zhengzhou team in the Henan Women's Volleyball City League, leading them to victory and has organized exchange activities to share her expertise with other coaches. Ge's dedication stems from her lifelong passion, and she hopes to see more children embrace the sport. There is no mention of the United States in the article.
Summary: Chinese tennis player Zhang Shuai, partnered with Romanian player Cirstea, won the doubles title at the WTA 500 Linz tournament in Austria, defeating Maleckova and Siskova. This marks Zhang's third doubles title this season and her 18th career tour doubles title. Zhang stated that she and Cirstea aimed to prove that age is no barrier to success in tennis. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: A snow mountain guide training program has commenced in Qinghai province, near Gangshika Snow Mountain, aiming to integrate ice and snow sports with related tourism industries like camping and skiing. The training curriculum includes theoretical knowledge and practical exercises covering topics like high-altitude medicine, meteorology, mountaineering techniques, and emergency rescue. Conducted by top domestic mountaineering experts and local guides, the program seeks to develop skilled snow mountain guides to support the safe and regulated development of Qinghai's mountain outdoor sports industry. The intention is to create a professional workforce in the area. No mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations were made.
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Summary: The Mayor of Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture, reportedly agreed to the deployment of anti-air missile units on the island after meeting with Defense Minister Koizumi Shinjiro. The article claims Japan's Self-Defense Forces are rapidly transforming towards an "offensive" posture, deploying long-range missiles and reorganizing its maritime forces. Critics argue these moves, driven by the Takaichi Sanae government and fueled by the so-called "China threat," violate Japan's pacifist constitution and increase regional tensions. Japanese citizens are protesting these military expansions, fearing they will make Japan a target and undermine regional peace.
Summary: Vietnam is increasingly focusing on exporting fruit, especially durian, to China, with over 90% of Vietnam's durian production heading to the Chinese market. In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports to China increased by approximately 63%, accounting for over 50% of its total exports. Vietnam is shifting from border trade to formal trade with China by implementing a "green channel" to accelerate customs clearance of fruits and vegetables. To meet market standards, Vietnam is prioritizing quality and traceability by assigning digital passports to exported fruits and vegetables. Leveraging China's large market, Vietnam aims to optimize its industry structure to achieve sustainable growth, including developing cold chain and processed fruit products.
Summary: France has unveiled its "National Food, Nutrition, and Climate Strategy," aiming for healthier and more sustainable diets by 2030. The strategy seeks to reduce childhood obesity, eliminate food insecurity, cut food system-related greenhouse gas emissions, and bolster the nation's food system autonomy. Key measures include promoting increased consumption of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains while controlling meat intake, and increasing the proportion of organic and sustainable products in food consumption. Ministers Monique Barbal and Anne Geneval emphasized the importance of integrating ecological considerations into daily diets and promoting local, sustainable agriculture to enhance food security. The strategy is prompted by concerns about rising rates of chronic diseases linked to diet and food supply disruptions.
Summary: Reports indicate that the U.S. and Iran have purportedly reached a "preliminary agreement" to extend a ceasefire to allow for further diplomatic efforts, though neither country has officially confirmed this. Mediators are reportedly pushing for compromises on key sticking points: Iran's nuclear program, navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, and war reparations. Meanwhile, Iranian media claims U.S.-made communication equipment in Iran experienced widespread failures during an attack in Isfahan, raising concerns about reliance on foreign technology. The report cites cybersecurity experts suggesting potential causes ranging from hidden backdoors to supply chain contamination. The Iranian report stressed the need for domestically produced technology.
Summary: Chinese tourism to Japan has significantly decreased, with a 55.9% drop in March and a 54.6% drop in the first quarter, marking the fourth consecutive month of decline. This downturn, attributed to controversial remarks made by Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan, has negatively impacted Japan's retail, accommodation, and food service industries. The decrease in Chinese tourists has led to a substantial reduction in consumption, estimated at 276.3 billion yen in the first quarter. Companies like Takashimaya and J.Front Retail have reported their first net profit declines in five fiscal years, with J.Front acknowledging the difficulty in overcoming the impact of reduced Chinese tourism.
Summary: Cambodia's electric vehicle market is rapidly expanding, with over 10,000 registered EVs nationwide. Chinese brands like BYD and Xpeng are reportedly very popular, supporting the country's green transportation initiatives. A BYD passenger vehicle factory in the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone, with a designed annual production capacity exceeding 10,000 vehicles, has officially begun production at the end of 2025.
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Summary: Sichuan Provincial Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) members, including Sichuan CPPCC member Li Zhi, are participating in the "Common Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" program to promote ethnic unity and progress, focusing on delivering policies to grassroots communities and addressing their specific needs. CPPCC members like Han Wenbing are connecting ethnic minority youth with job opportunities and skills training. The program has facilitated the resolution of over 1,100 practical issues, with CPPCC members playing a key role in local development projects, such as the transformation of the Moon Flat Forest Health and Wellness Tourism Resort. This program is focused on local issues and does not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: An unnamed author (identified as a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference) discusses the "15th Five-Year Plan" and its focus on improving health services for both the young and the elderly. The author emphasizes shifting from "passive medical treatment" to "active health" through preventative measures and increased health education, with a focus on exercise. The author specifically mentions Shanghai's efforts to promote "active elderly care" through exercise programs, but notes the need for systemic changes, including better training for doctors and wider dissemination of exercise knowledge. The goal is to create a comprehensive health service system that integrates prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and care, with a vision of a healthy population by 2035.
Summary: The China National Democratic Construction Association (CNDCA) proposes measures to improve the development of AI in China's healthcare industry, addressing issues like incomplete regulations, market penetration difficulties, and data security concerns. Their suggestions include establishing comprehensive legal frameworks, data-sharing mechanisms, and algorithm review processes. The CNDCA also advocates for increased policy support, streamlined approval processes for innovative medical devices, and the promotion of collaboration between research institutions and enterprises. Furthermore, they recommend strengthening regulatory oversight of AI development and clinical application, enhancing data security, and fostering talent development through increased training and multidisciplinary collaboration to promote AI-enhanced healthcare adoption at the grassroots level. The proposal does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: CPPCC National Committee member and Dalian Maritime University Professor Li Ying is focused on promoting China's maritime transportation towards being larger, smarter, and greener. Her research and proposals at the Two Sessions focus on green shipping, ecological protection, port development, and the application of clean energy. In 2025, Li submitted a proposal on strengthening the coordinated development of green shipping and ecological protection, with the aim of contributing to China's goals of becoming a maritime power. She emphasizes the importance of mastering core technologies to support maritime development. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in this article.
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Summary: To commemorate the 11th National Security Education Day on April 15th, various regions in China organized activities centered around the theme of "Coordinating Development and Security to Safeguard the '15th Five-Year Plan'." These activities aimed to enhance public awareness and participation in safeguarding national security. The activities included a theme promotion event at the Great Wall, a report on national security heroes attended by Zhang Guimei, and legal education initiatives by the "Jingjian Anlan" team in Beijing, which uses real cases to educate the public on national security risks, including potential misuse of technology and cyber security threats. These activities emphasized the importance of national security as everyone's responsibility. There was no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: This article emphasizes the importance of using the rule of law to guide political achievements and regulate government behavior, drawing on Xi Jinping's emphasis on legal thinking in governance. It argues that adhering to legal principles is essential for cultivating a correct view of performance, preventing arbitrary decision-making, and ensuring sustainable development. The piece criticizes instances of disregarding legal procedures and emphasizes the need for legal compliance in decision-making and governance, particularly in creating a stable and predictable environment for economic development. It highlights examples where successful initiatives were codified into law to ensure their long-term implementation.
Summary: A rafting attraction in Anji County, Zhejiang, caused conflict between villagers over water usage, as the water diversion impacted downstream irrigation and hydropower. The Anji County Court mediated a solution, balancing the economic benefits of tourism with the needs of local agriculture by suggesting timed water allocation and compensation for the hydropower station. The court also issued recommendations to prevent similar disputes in future projects by emphasizing ecological protection in contracts and strict penalties for violations. Lake City courts are implementing ecological protection compensation mechanisms to promote a win-win situation for ecological protection and economic development. The article did not discuss the United States or U.S.-China relations.
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Summary: Shanghai Jingju Theatre actress Shi Yihong discusses the recently released "Three-Year Action Plan for Drama Revitalization (2026-2028)," emphasizing the importance of respecting and revitalizing classic Peking Opera pieces while adapting them for modern audiences. She stresses the need for rigorous training of young performers and cautions against creative missteps in new productions, advocating for "script first" approach that is tailored to the strengths of performers. She also discusses her efforts to promote Peking Opera through various channels, including social media and educational programs, even mentioning an exchange with a professor from Princeton University in the United States. Shi expresses optimism about the future of Peking Opera and its ability to attract young audiences through high-quality, genuine performances.
Summary: The screenwriter of the popular TV drama "Family Court" reflects on the show's creation, highlighting its focus on realistically portraying the complexities of family law and human relationships. The production team conducted extensive research within real family courts, aiming for a narrative that resonates with the public by exploring common family issues rather than extreme cases. They avoided sensationalizing conflicts, opting for nuanced portrayals of characters and their emotional journeys, particularly concerning the romantic elements which were carefully integrated with professional and personal growth. The goal was to create a space for reflection and empathy among viewers. There is no mention of the United States or U.S.-China relations in the article.
Summary: The playwright of the historical drama *Cui Jin Yuan* discusses their creative process, emphasizing the importance of grounding "dramatic license" in historical accuracy. They describe their approach as "serious parody, truthful hypothesis," requiring a deep understanding of historical context, events, and figures. *Cui Jin Yuan* explores the unrecorded private meetings between Emperor Guangxu, Empress Dowager Cixi, and Prince Gong before the Hundred Days' Reform, using historical gaps to imagine the content of these crucial dialogues. The author insists on a thorough understanding of the period, the political situation, character relationships, and the mental journeys of the characters, while noting that people create their own history but not in conditions of their own choosing. There is no discussion of the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: The inaugural CMG China Film Festival, commemorating 121 years of Chinese cinema, highlighted the industry's past and future. A moving speech by 90-year-old actor Niu Ben emphasized collective effort and the spirit of "marching forward" (向前走). The event honored filmmakers and films embodying dedication and progress. The festival promoted the idea that continuous refinement and perseverance are essential for Chinese cinema's advancement. The event calls on filmmakers to embrace dedication and responsibility in order to meet challenges and embrace opportunities, thus ensuring a bright future for Chinese cinema.
Summary: The author, a professor at the Beijing Film Academy and the screenwriter/director of the TV series "Dangerous Relationship," discusses the motivations and research behind the show, which focuses on the issue of emotional manipulation and psychological abuse in intimate relationships. Inspired by the "Bao Li case" at Peking University in 2019, the author and her team conducted extensive interviews and research, consulting with experts to accurately portray the insidious nature of such abuse and its impact on victims. The author emphasizes the importance of not sensationalizing the harm, avoiding simplistic characterizations, and highlighting efforts in law enforcement and social governance. The goal of "Dangerous Relationship" is to raise public awareness and provide pathways for those affected to seek help, contributing to a future where such harm is better addressed within legal and social frameworks.
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Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15 (Reporters Feng Xinran (冯歆然) and Dong Xue (董雪)) On the morning of April 15th, Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央), and President of the People's Republic of China (国家主席), held talks at the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂) with To Lam (苏林), General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共中央) and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (越南国家主席), who is in China for a state visit.
Xi Jinping (习近平) once again congratulated To Lam (苏林) on his election as President of Vietnam. Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that your visit to China immediately after being elected President of Vietnam reflects the high importance you attach to the development of China-Vietnam relations. I believe that under the strong leadership of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共中央) headed by Comrade To Lam (苏林), Vietnam will surely firmly follow the socialist path and strive towards the "two centenary goals" of building the party and the country. No matter how the international situation changes, China always regards Vietnam as a priority direction in its neighborhood diplomacy, and is willing to work with Vietnam to uphold its original aspirations, continue its friendship, unite and cooperate, support each other, continue to advance comprehensive strategic cooperation with high quality in accordance with the overall goal of "six more," accelerate the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future of greater strategic significance, and make greater contributions to promoting the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.
Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that the leadership of the Party is the most essential feature and greatest advantage of socialism. Safeguarding the socialist system and the ruling position of the Communist Party is the greatest common strategic interest of the Chinese and Vietnamese parties. The two sides must maintain a high degree of strategic clarity and strong strategic determination, always firmly adhere to confidence in the path and confidence in the system, and adhere to reform without changing direction and transformation without changing color.
The two sides should give full play to the special role of party-to-party channels, maintain close high-level exchanges, and consolidate political mutual trust. It is necessary to make good use of mechanisms such as high-level meetings, theoretical seminars, cadre training, counterpart exchanges, and local cooperation, implement a new round of cooperation plans between the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) and the Communist Party of Vietnam (越南共产党), and conduct in-depth exchanges and mutual learning on theories and experiences in governing the party and the country. We must put the maintenance of political security first, make good use of the "3+3" strategic dialogue mechanism of diplomacy, defense, and public security, and continue to strengthen the ideal and belief education of the young generation of the two countries.
The two sides should work together and walk hand in hand on the road to modernization. It is necessary to accelerate the alignment of development strategies and give priority to promoting infrastructure connectivity. We should strengthen cooperation in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and the Internet of Things. China welcomes more high-quality Vietnamese products to enter the Chinese market. The two sides should continue to strengthen friendly exchanges and cooperation in tourism, culture, media, education, health, sports, and other fields to promote mutual understanding and affinity between the two peoples. I am willing to announce with you the launch of the "China-Vietnam Tourism Cooperation Year" for 2026-2027.
The two sides should hold high the banner of peace, development, cooperation, and win-win results, jointly oppose unilateralism and protectionism, and maintain the stability and smooth flow of the global free trade system and industrial chain supply chain. We must work together to implement the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, the Global Civilization Initiative, and the Global Governance Initiative, and jointly address global challenges. This year marks the 5th anniversary of the establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership between China and ASEAN. China is willing to strengthen coordination and cooperation with countries in the region to promote the building of a closer China-ASEAN community with a shared future.
To Lam (苏林) said that this is his first visit abroad since being elected President of Vietnam, and it also marks the first anniversary of General Secretary and President Xi Jinping's (习近平) historic visit to Vietnam last year, which fully reflects what General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) said, "Neighbors become closer as they interact more." Vietnam thanks the Communist Party of China (中国共产党), the government, and the people for their important political support for the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共十四大), and is willing to always continue the traditional friendship with China and promote the continuous development of the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership and the community with a shared future of strategic significance between the two countries. Vietnam congratulates China on the successful completion of the "14th Five-Year Plan" and the achievement of historic achievements, and believes that China will smoothly implement the "15th Five-Year Plan," continuously promote high-quality development and socialist modernization, achieve the second centenary goal as scheduled, and become a pillar and primary driving force for world peace and development.
At present, Vietnam-China relations maintain a positive development momentum, strategic communication is close, defense and security fields have moved from dialogue to pragmatic cooperation, economic, trade, investment and infrastructure cooperation are deepening, people-to-people exchanges are very frequent, and multilateral communication is closer. Vietnam cherishes the special feelings and consistent support of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) for Vietnam-China relations, and will firmly regard the development of relations with China as Vietnam's objective need, strategic choice, and top priority, continue to support the one-China policy, and is willing to strengthen strategic communication and high-level strategic coordination with China, improve the level of economic, trade, investment, railway and other infrastructure and tourism cooperation, strengthen education, training, science and technology, cultural and local cooperation, better manage land borders and maintain maritime peace. Vietnam supports the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, the Global Civilization Initiative, and the Global Governance Initiative proposed by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), and is willing to work with China to promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.
After the talks, the two sides jointly witnessed the signing of a number of bilateral cooperation documents in the fields of party-to-party relations, public security, justice, economy, production and supply chain cooperation, customs cooperation, science and technology, people's livelihood, human resource development, media and local areas.
Before the talks, Xi Jinping (习近平) and his wife Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) held a welcome ceremony for To Lam (苏林) and his wife Ngo Phuong Anh (吴芳璃) at the East Gate Square of the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂). When To Lam (苏林) arrived, the honor guard lined up to salute. Xi Jinping (习近平) and To Lam (苏林) ascended the reviewing platform, the military band played the national anthems of China and Vietnam, and 21 salute shots were fired in Tiananmen Square (天安门广场). To Lam (苏林), accompanied by Xi Jinping (习近平), reviewed the guard of honor of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (中国人民解放军) and watched the march-past. Children held bouquets and the party flags and national flags of China and Vietnam and cheered to pay tribute.
That noon, Xi Jinping (习近平) and Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) held a welcome banquet for To Lam (苏林) and his wife in the Golden Hall of the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂).
That afternoon, To Lam (苏林) also visited the Museum of the History of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党历史展览馆).
Cai Qi (蔡奇), Wang Yi (王毅), Yin Li (尹力), Wang Xiaohong (王小洪) and others participated in relevant activities.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th (Reporters Dong Xue (董雪) and Feng Xinran (冯歆然)) On the morning of April 15th, Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee and President of the People's Republic of China, met with the Vietnamese Communist Party General Secretary and President To Lam (苏林), who was in China for a state visit, at the Great Hall of the People, along with representatives of Chinese and Vietnamese youth participating in the "Red Study Tour."
Xi Jinping (习近平) delivered a speech, stating that last year, General Secretary To Lam (苏林) and he jointly launched the "Red Study Tour" project. Over the past year, the youth of both countries have jointly explored the red gene of China-Vietnam friendship, experienced the myriad phenomena of Chinese-style modernization, and left behind many vivid stories of mutual learning, mutual appreciation, and closeness in various parts of China. Not long ago, he received letters written in Chinese from students of the Foreign Language High School affiliated to Hanoi National University (越南河内国家大学外语附中) and other schools in Vietnam, sharing their profound feelings about participating in the "Red Study Tour" and expressing their determination to be inheritors and disseminators of China-Vietnam friendship, which made him very gratified.
Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that youth are a vital force in promoting social development and progress, and also the successors to the cause of the two parties and two countries of China and Vietnam. He put forward three hopes for everyone: First, he hopes that you will help each other and let the profound friendship of "comrades plus brothers" between China and Vietnam radiate youthful brilliance; second, he hopes that you will step forward and shoulder responsibilities, and use the vitality and creativity of youth to stir up a surging spring tide of innovation, openness, cooperation, and win-win results; third, he hopes that you will have the world in mind, strive to be pioneers in building a community with a shared future for mankind, and contribute the power of youth to the cause of human progress.
To Lam (苏林) said that since the launch of the "Red Study Tour" a year ago, thousands of Vietnamese youths have visited red sites in China along the footsteps of the older generation of leaders, experiencing the revolutionary traditions and profound friendship between the two countries. Youth are an important bridge in the relations between the two parties and two countries of Vietnam and China. It is hoped that the youth of the two countries will further strengthen their ideals and beliefs, improve their political skills, master scientific knowledge, deepen their understanding of Vietnam-China relations, and play an important role in the development of their respective countries and the friendship between the two countries.
More than 200 Vietnamese youth representatives and more than 100 Chinese youth representatives participating in the "Red Study Tour" attended the event. The youth of the two countries responded with warm applause to the important speeches delivered by the leaders of both sides.
The "Red Study Tour" activity was jointly announced by General Secretary and President Xi Jinping (习近平) and To Lam (苏林) during their visit to Vietnam in April 2025, aiming to encourage the youth of the two countries to follow the revolutionary footsteps of the older generation of leaders of the two countries, explore the red gene of China-Vietnam friendship, and gather the power of youth for the socialist cause of the two countries and the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future of strategic significance.
Cai Qi (蔡奇), Wang Yi (王毅), Yin Li (尹力), Wang Xiaohong (王小洪), and others attended.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th (Reporter). On the afternoon of April 15th, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and President of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping (习近平) and his wife Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) bid a warm farewell to General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Tô Lâm (苏林) and his wife Ngô Thị Thu Hà (吴芳璃), who were in China for a state visit.
Xi Jinping (习近平) said that today, he and General Secretary and President Tô Lâm (苏林) had a long and in-depth exchange of views on overall and strategic issues of common concern, and reached many new and important consensus. He emphasized that both China and Vietnam are socialist countries, and we must continue to move firmly along the path determined by this road, and be a community of shared destiny for the socialist cause. We are good neighbors who share weal and woe, and are jointly moving towards modernization, and we must be a community of shared destiny for achieving modernization. We both advocate a world of great harmony, and under the major changes unseen in a century, we must be partners in promoting the building of a community of shared future for mankind. Tomorrow you will set off to visit Guangxi (广西), to further deepen your understanding of China. We are willing to work with Vietnam to lead the building of the China-Vietnam community of shared destiny into a fast track of high-speed development.
Tô Lâm (苏林) thanked General Secretary and President Xi Jinping (习近平) and the Chinese side for the warm reception of comrades and brothers extended to the high-level Vietnamese delegation. Tô Lâm (苏林) said that the Chinese side has made a series of special arrangements, demonstrating a special friendly feeling towards the Vietnamese side, which has deeply moved the Vietnamese side. The current Vietnam-China relationship is at its best period in history. This visit has reached many important consensus and signed many cooperation agreements, and has been a complete success so far. We have also witnessed the implementation and significant achievements of a series of major theories put forward by Comrade General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平). The Vietnamese side is willing to work with the Chinese side to fully implement and implement the important consensus reached during this visit into a new impetus for promoting friendly cooperation between the two sides, promoting greater development of the two countries, and taking new steps towards building a higher-level community of shared destiny with strategic significance.
Cai Qi (蔡奇), Wang Yi (王毅), and others participated.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th (Reporter Feng Xinran (冯歆然)) On the morning of April 15th, State President Xi Jinping (习近平) met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov (拉夫罗夫) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing (北京人民大会堂).
Xi Jinping (习近平) asked Lavrov (拉夫罗夫) to convey his sincere greetings to President Vladimir Putin (普京总统). Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the China-Russia strategic cooperative partnership and the 25th anniversary of the signing of the "China-Russia Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation." The comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between the two countries has maintained a high level of development, and cooperation in various fields has yielded fruitful results. Facing a turbulent and intertwined international situation, the stability and certainty of China-Russia relations are particularly valuable, and the strong vitality and exemplary significance of the "China-Russia Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation" are even more prominent. The two sides should fully implement the important consensus reached between President Vladimir Putin (普京总统) and himself, strengthen strategic communication, and close diplomatic coordination to promote the China-Russia comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership to stand higher, move more steadily, and go further.
Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that, facing changes of a magnitude unseen in a century, China and Russia should engage in closer and more effective strategic coordination to firmly defend the legitimate interests of both countries, safeguard the unity of the Global South, and demonstrate the responsibility of major countries and permanent members of the UN Security Council. The two sides should maintain strategic focus, trust each other, support each other, develop together, and do their own things well. It is necessary to give full play to the advantages of proximity and complementarity, deepen all-round cooperation, and enhance their respective development resilience. It is necessary to strengthen multilateral cooperation, firmly uphold and practice multilateralism, work together to revitalize the authority and vitality of the United Nations, and closely coordinate and cooperate within the frameworks of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织) and BRICS countries (金砖国家) to promote the development of the international order in a more just and reasonable direction.
Lavrov (拉夫罗夫) conveyed President Vladimir Putin's (普京总统) sincere greetings and best wishes to President Xi Jinping (习近平), saying that under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, Russia-China relations have shown a high degree of resilience in a complex external environment, trade and investment cooperation is developing well, people-to-people exchanges are becoming increasingly close, and coordination is close on multilateral platforms such as the United Nations, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (上海合作组织), BRICS countries (金砖国家), and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (亚太经合组织). Facing a severe and complex international situation, Russia is willing to work with China to earnestly implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, maintain high-level exchanges, strengthen pragmatic cooperation, promote people-to-people exchanges, safeguard international fairness and justice, promote greater development of Russia-China relations, and make greater contributions to world peace and stability.
Wang Yi (王毅) attended the meeting.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th. The No. 8 issue of "Qiushi" magazine, to be published on April 16th, will feature an important article by 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, entitled "Promote National Reading and Build a Book-Loving Society." This is an excerpt of important expositions by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) from March 2013 to March 2025.
The article points out that reading is an important way for human beings to acquire knowledge, develop intelligence, and cultivate morality. It can inspire people's thoughts, establish lofty ideals, and cultivate a sense of righteousness. Studying history can help us see success and failure, learn from gains and losses, and understand rise and fall; studying poetry can make our emotions fly, our aspirations soar, and our minds become more intelligent; studying ethics can help us know integrity, understand honor and disgrace, and distinguish right from wrong. We must advocate reading more books, build a book-loving society, and continuously improve the people's ideological realm and enhance the people's spiritual strength, so that the spiritual world of the Chinese nation can become more profound and rich.
The article points out that Communists should regard reading Marxist classics and understanding Marxist principles as a way of life and a spiritual pursuit, using the classics to cultivate integrity, refine thoughts, sublimate the realm, and guide practice. Cadres should study in combination with work needs, learning what they do and supplementing what they lack. It is necessary to study Marxist theory, especially the Party's innovative theories in the new era, study the history of the Party, the history of New China, the history of reform and opening up, and the history of socialist development, study basic knowledge in various aspects such as economics, politics, law, culture, society, management, ecology, and international affairs, and study new knowledge and new skills related to doing one's job well, and continuously improve the knowledge system necessary for performing duties. The vast number of young people should seize the time to study, be diligent and tireless, and put in the effort of being single-minded and quietly content, while also highlighting the main points, selecting the essence, and striving to be both broad and specialized, and the more broad, the more specialized.
The article points out that it is necessary to carry forward the spirit of "squeezing" and "drilling," read more books and read good books, and draw wisdom and nutrition from books. We must not feel good about ourselves and disdain learning, we must not use the excuse of being too busy with work to relax learning, and we must not study for the sake of appearances and to cope with the situation. We must calm down, value perseverance, and focus on learning and understanding thoroughly. We must not be impetuous, 浅尝辄止 (qiǎn cháng zhé zhǐ - "taste and stop," to skim the surface; to not go into something deeply) and not seek thorough understanding. Even if we squeeze out half an hour a day, even if we read a few pages of a book, as long as we persevere, we will surely accumulate little by little, 积沙成塔 (jī shā chéng tǎ - "accumulate sand to form a pagoda," many small things add up to something significant), and 积跬步以至千里 (jī kuǐ bù yǐ zhì qiān lǐ - "accumulate half-steps to reach a thousand miles," great achievements come from accumulating small steps). Digital reading should be combined with traditional reading to preserve our core and literacy.
The article points out that it is necessary to build a learning society and a learning power for lifelong learning for all, promote learning for everyone, learning everywhere, and learning at all times, and promote the all-round development of people. It is hoped that the vast number of Party members and cadres will take the lead in reading and studying, cultivating themselves and strengthening their aspirations, and increasing their talents; it is hoped that children will develop reading habits, read happily, and grow up healthily; it is hoped that the whole society will participate in reading, forming a strong atmosphere of loving to read, reading good books, and being good at reading.
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On the morning of April 15th, Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央) and President of the People's Republic of China (国家主席), met with Su Lam (苏林), General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共中央) and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (国家主席), at the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂) during his state visit to China. They jointly met with representatives of Chinese and Vietnamese youth participating in the "Red Study Tour" and delivered an important speech. The Chinese and Vietnamese youth representatives who attended the meeting stated that General Secretary Xi Jinping's important speech pointed out the direction for the youth of the two countries to firmly establish their red faith and carry forward the red bloodline. The youth of the two countries will follow the revolutionary footsteps of the older generation of leaders of the two countries, explore the red genes of Sino-Vietnamese friendship, be inheritors and disseminators of Sino-Vietnamese friendship, and gather youthful strength for the socialist cause of the two countries and the building of a Sino-Vietnamese community with a shared future with strategic significance.
"The Vietnamese youth expressed their gratitude in their letter to General Secretary Xi Jinping for promoting friendly exchanges between the people of the two countries."
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) said that last year, he and General Secretary Su Lam (苏林) jointly launched the "Red Study Tour" project. Over the past year, the youth of the two countries have jointly explored the red genes of Sino-Vietnamese friendship, felt the myriad phenomena of Chinese-style modernization, and left many vivid stories of mutual learning, mutual appreciation, and mutual affinity in various parts of China. Not long ago, I received letters written in Chinese from students from the High School Affiliated to Hanoi National University of Education (越南河内国家大学外语附中) and other schools in Vietnam, sharing their profound feelings about participating in the "Red Study Tour" and aspiring to be inheritors and disseminators of Sino-Vietnamese friendship. I am very gratified.
Bui Hoang Tung (裴黄松), a Vietnamese cadre of the "Never Forget the Original Intention" study camp of the "Red Study Tour," listened to General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) speech on the spot. He said that under the care and promotion of the top leaders of the two parties and countries, the "Red Study Tour" project has been quickly implemented, transformed from concept to practice, with diverse themes and rich content, and is becoming a bridge to promote mutual understanding and affinity between the younger generations of the two countries. Youth are the future of their respective countries and the seeds of the friendly cause between the two countries. "'Red Study Tour' is of great significance, reflecting the concern of the top leaders of the two parties and countries for the future of the friendly cause between the two countries," said Bui Hoang Tung (裴黄松).
Listening to the powerful historical sounds of the Vietnamese revolutionary predecessors at the site of the Guangzhou Vietnamese Youth Revolutionary Comrades Association (广州越南青年革命同志会旧址); learning about the glorious course of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) leading the Chinese revolution from a low ebb to a climax and realizing a historic turning point at the Yan'an Revolutionary Memorial Hall (延安革命纪念馆); feeling the prosperous development of the cross-border tourism cooperation zone on the Sino-Vietnamese border; climbing the 118th floor of the Shanghai Tower (上海中心大厦), "Top of Shanghai," to feel the surging vitality of the forefront window of reform and opening up; exchanging experiences at the Sino-Vietnamese Youth Speech Contest; and sparking ideas at the Sino-Vietnamese Youth Book Sharing Meeting... Over the past year, the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League of China (中国共青团中央) has held nine "Red Study Tour" themed study camps, inviting a total of more than 1,200 outstanding Vietnamese youth from all walks of life to participate.
"The Vietnamese youth expressed their gratitude in their letter to General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) for promoting friendly exchanges between the people of the two countries." Le Minh Duc (黎明德), a Vietnamese journalist, told reporters, as General Secretary Su Lam (苏林) said, "Every young person who participates in the 'Red Study Tour' cherishes the 'comradely and brotherly' friendship between the two parties and the people of Vietnam and China." Thanks to the "Red Study Tour" project, more Vietnamese young people have the opportunity to visit China, understand the history of friendly exchanges between the two parties and countries, and feel the myriad phenomena of Chinese-style modernization. "'Red Study Tour' allows Vietnamese and Chinese youth to enhance understanding through face-to-face exchanges, and the new force of friendly relations between the two countries has been cultivated," said Le Minh Duc (黎明德).
"We have a responsibility to inherit the red gene and carry forward the red bloodline."
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that youth are a vital force in promoting social development and progress, and are also the successors to the cause of the two parties and countries of China and Vietnam.
Luong Thi Phuong Dong (梁氏芳东), a Vietnamese youth who participated in the meeting, told reporters: "General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) encouraged the youth of the two countries to explore the red genes of Sino-Vietnamese friendship in his speech. The traditional friendship between Vietnam and China is a valuable asset of the two parties and the people of the two countries. What we have seen and heard in various parts of China during the 'Red Study Tour' has made us more aware of the profoundness of the traditional friendship of 'deep friendship between Vietnam and China, comrades plus brothers.'"
Before arriving in Beijing, the Vietnamese youth representatives who listened to the important speeches of the leaders of the two countries laid a wreath at the tomb of Vietnamese patriotic martyr Pham Hong Thai (范鸿泰) at the Huanghuagang Cemetery of 72 Martyrs (广州黄花岗七十二烈士墓) in Guangzhou; at the site of the Guangzhou Vietnamese Youth Revolutionary Comrades Association (广州越南青年革命同志会旧址), they reviewed the glorious years of President Ho Chi Minh (胡志明) founding Vietnam's first newspaper to spread Marxism-Leninism, "Youth," and holding Vietnamese youth political training courses...
Tran Xuan Mai Tram (陈春梅簪) from the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Cultural Palace (越南胡志明市青年文化宫) once participated in the production of a series of short videos "Learning History Through Street Names," one of which specifically told the story of martyr Pham Hong Thai (范鸿泰). "This is the first time I have visited the tomb of martyr Pham Hong Thai (范鸿泰), and it is also the first time I have visited President Ho Chi Minh's (胡志明) revolutionary footprints in China. These experiences have made my patriotism and respect for the traditional friendship between Vietnam and China even stronger. These red sites are still well protected by the Chinese side, and many citizens and tourists come to visit every day. More people understand the traditional friendship between Vietnam and China, and the red bloodline will be inherited," said Tran Xuan Mai Tram (陈春梅簪).
Nguyen Thanh Tri (阮成智), Operations Director of Vietnam Zeetac Media Company (越南则特传媒公司), uses digital technology to innovate communication forms and implant red genes into a number of mainstream integrated media products, which are loved by young Vietnamese audiences. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) encouraged the youth of the two countries to jointly explore the red genes of Sino-Vietnamese friendship, and Nguyen Thanh Tri (阮成智) deeply agreed with this: "Chinese leaders have entrusted the younger generation to continue writing the story of friendly exchanges between the people of the two countries, so that the traditional friendship can be passed on. As young people, we have a responsibility to inherit the red gene and carry forward the red bloodline. I also hope that in the future, I will have the opportunity to cooperate with Chinese young friends to apply new technologies and develop more integrated media products with red genes."
Xu Xingyang (许兴扬), a student at the University of International Business and Economics (对外经济贸易大学), told reporters: "General Secretary Su Lam (苏林) also expressed his expectation that the youth of the two countries will use their intelligence and talents to explore and innovate, and continue to write a new chapter of Vietnamese-Chinese friendship. As a college student majoring in international economics and trade, I will take more opportunities to communicate with Vietnamese young people, enhance understanding, and contribute to the continuous transmission of the relay baton of Sino-Vietnamese friendship."
"Hope to participate in more bilateral cooperation and contribute to the modernization process of our respective countries."
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) put forward three hopes for the youth of the two countries: First, I hope that you will help each other and let the profound friendship of "comrades plus brothers" between China and Vietnam shine with youthful brilliance; second, I hope that you will step forward and use the vitality and creativity of youth to stir up the surging spring tide of innovation, openness, cooperation, and win-win; third, I hope that you will have the world in mind, strive to be pioneers in building a community with a shared future for mankind, and contribute youthful strength to the cause of human progress.
After listening to General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) speech, Le Thi Nga (黎氏娥), a Vietnamese youth, said: "I hope that in the future, we can carry out more practical cooperation in green, sustainable and other fields to bring tangible benefits to the people of the two countries. As young people, we also hope to participate in more bilateral cooperation and contribute to the modernization process of our respective countries." Le Thi Nga (黎氏娥) told reporters that she often takes the Hanoi Light Rail Line 2 (河内轻轨2号线) built by Chinese enterprises, which is the first urban light rail opened in Vietnam, with a emerald green coating like lotus leaves, which has not only become a tool for green travel for residents along the line, but also a popular check-in point for tourists visiting the capital.
Nguyen Thi Ngoc (阮氏玉), a Vietnamese craftsman, said: "Practitioners in every industry in Vietnam and China have broad space for exchanges. We show Vietnamese traditional handicrafts to our Chinese counterparts, and at the same time learn from China's beneficial practices in promoting innovative development, technology empowerment, etc. of traditional handicrafts, and strive to achieve innovation, openness, cooperation, and win-win."
This "Red Study Tour" organized the "Young Pioneers Sub-delegation" for the first time. Ha Hoang Dung (哈黄勇), a Vietnamese child, drew a special painting - the Golden Bridge (金桥) in Da Nang (岘港), Vietnam and the Canton Tower (广州塔) in Guangzhou (广州) hand in hand, with technologically advanced robots shuttling between them; in Guangzhou (广州), Pham Quang Tuan (范光俊), a fifth-grade student from Vietnam, visited Wingsound Animation Company (咏声动漫公司) to learn about the creation process of the animated characters loved by Vietnamese children. Through visits and exchanges, the younger generation of Vietnam has a more beautiful vision for the friendly cause between the two countries.
Xi Jiayu (奚佳钰), a young teacher in the education and training department of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Communist Youth League School (上海市团校), has participated in receiving Vietnamese youth visiting China for many times. Last year, she accompanied Vietnamese youth to visit the C919 production line of Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China, Ltd. (中国商用飞机有限责任公司) and interacted with humanoid robots in the "Moli Community" (模力社区) in Pudong New Area (浦东新区). "The top leaders of the two parties and countries have encouraged the youth of the two countries to have the world in mind and step forward. We will continue to strengthen learning and exchanges with Vietnamese youth and jointly contribute to the construction of our respective countries, the Sino-Vietnamese community with a shared future, and the community with a shared future for mankind," said Xi Jiayu (奚佳钰).
(Reporters Yang Ye (杨晔), Wang Hailin (王海林), Lin Yuan (林渊), and Wang Xuchen (王旭琛) of this newspaper participated in the writing)
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China's achievement of leapfrog development in just a few decades is itself a great miracle in the history of human rights and gives the concept of human rights a deeper contemporary meaning. Eliminating poverty is not just about solving the problem of food and clothing, but also about realizing the all-round development of people.
There was a time when international discussions on human rights were often framed in a single dimension. Today, this perception is undergoing profound reshaping, mainly due to two reasons: the deepening trend of world multipolarization and the richer connotation of the concept of human rights. The hegemonic discourse that was once dominated by individual countries and seemed "undisputed" is facing challenges, and the democratization of international relations has become an irreversible trend of the times. With the overall rise of the Global South, human society has a more diverse understanding of the path of human rights development.
In this process, China has played a key role. China not only actively speaks out on issues of international morality, but also ensures that human rights are no longer "castles in the air" or "abstract formulas" through institutional arrangements and development practices, but rather tangible and accessible realities of development. The socialist political system with Chinese characteristics provides institutional guarantees for human rights practice and is the key to achieving social justice, building consensus, and promoting inclusive development. As economic and social development has made remarkable achievements, China's social governance system is also constantly improving. The operation of China's system of people's congresses and the system of multi-party cooperation and political consultation under the leadership of the Communist Party of China vividly demonstrates the vitality of whole-process people's democracy and fully proves the high level of awareness of human rights protection by the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) and the Chinese government (中国政府).
The starting point of modern human rights debates can usually be traced back to 18th and 19th century Europe. For a long time, the vast number of developing countries were excluded from this process. Even in some wealthy countries today, rights inequality still exists. When human rights remain in institutional texts and cannot be translated into the daily lives that people can access, the result is often the exacerbation of social division and structural inequality. This is increasingly becoming the norm for people in the United States and some European countries.
In China, the progress of human rights is becoming more real, tangible, and accessible. As a witness, I have personally witnessed the continuous improvement of China's rule of law, the continuous expansion of the boundaries of human rights, and their deep integration into people's daily lives. China's human rights concept demonstrates a profound logic: the policy system must serve the people and serve the all-round development of people. This concept is reflected in at least three dimensions. First, the great victory of targeted poverty alleviation. China has not only won the battle against poverty itself, but has also significantly driven down the global poverty population, which is in stark contrast to the rising poverty rates in some developed countries. Second, a new model of international cooperation. The joint construction of the "Belt and Road" initiative and the BRICS cooperation mechanism are concrete actions taken by China to work with all parties to protect people's right to development. Third, the vigorous vitality of the education system. China's human rights concept is reshaping the national education system, and my students are the best example. They are not only inheritors of knowledge, but also successors to the cause of human rights.
There is an essential difference between China's view of human rights and that of some Western countries, which is reflected in the adherence to a people-centered approach and the adherence to a relevant and dynamic perspective on human rights. China's achievement of leapfrog development in just a few decades is itself a great miracle in the history of human rights and gives the concept of human rights a deeper contemporary meaning. Looking back on my trip to China at the end of 2025, I deeply felt that eliminating poverty is not just about solving the problem of food and clothing, but also about realizing the all-round development of people. I witnessed the revitalized urban communities and livable spaces, which are a respect for the environmental rights that people should enjoy. In March of this year, the Fourth Session of the 14th National People's Congress of China (中国十四届全国人大四次会议) passed the Environmental Code of the People's Republic of China (《中华人民共和国生态环境法典》). By effectively protecting the people's ecological and environmental rights and ensuring that nature is systematically protected, China's pioneering exploration of ecological concepts demonstrates its responsibility as a major country for the future of mankind. Based on this practice, China's position in international politics is clear and firm: to promote the construction of a more just and reasonable global governance system.
Looking to the future, to effectively protect human rights on a global scale, we must transcend the either-or dichotomy and respect the diversity of human rights development paths. The traditional Western path is no longer the only "standard answer," and the international community must jointly address the challenges of the times. In short, it is necessary to protect the Earth's home and ensure the survival of the biosphere; to guide technology for good and protect human dignity and security in the wave of artificial intelligence; to deepen mutual learning among civilizations and establish a way of co-existence based on mutual respect under the guidance of the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind, and to achieve harmonious co-existence of diverse civilizations.
(The author is an academician of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts, a recipient of the Chinese Government Friendship Award (中国政府友谊奖), and a researcher at the Human Rights Research Center of Central South University (中南大学人权研究中心).)
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15 (Reporters Feng Xinran (冯歆然) and Dong Xue (董雪)) On the morning of April 15th, Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央), and President of the People's Republic of China (国家主席), held talks at the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂) with To Lam (苏林), General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共中央) and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (越南国家主席), who is in China for a state visit.
Xi Jinping (习近平) once again congratulated To Lam (苏林) on his election as President of Vietnam. Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out that your visit to China immediately after being elected President of Vietnam reflects the high importance you attach to the development of China-Vietnam relations. I believe that under the strong leadership of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共中央) headed by Comrade To Lam (苏林), Vietnam will surely firmly follow the socialist path and strive towards the "two centenary goals" of building the party and the country. No matter how the international situation changes, China always regards Vietnam as a priority direction in its neighborhood diplomacy, and is willing to work with Vietnam to uphold the original aspiration, continue friendship, unite and cooperate, support each other, continue to advance comprehensive strategic cooperation with high quality in accordance with the overall goal of "six more," accelerate the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that is of greater strategic significance, and make greater contributions to promoting the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.
Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that the leadership of the Party is the most essential feature and greatest advantage of socialism. Safeguarding the socialist system and the ruling position of the Communist Party is the greatest common strategic interest of the Chinese and Vietnamese parties. The two sides must maintain a high degree of strategic clarity and strong strategic determination, always firmly adhere to the confidence in the path and the confidence in the system, and adhere to reform without changing direction and change without changing color.
The two sides should give full play to the special role of party-to-party channels, maintain close high-level exchanges, and consolidate political mutual trust. It is necessary to make good use of mechanisms such as high-level meetings, theoretical seminars, cadre training, counterpart exchanges, and local cooperation, implement a new round of cooperation plans between the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) and the Communist Party of Vietnam (越南共产党), and conduct in-depth exchanges and mutual learning on theories and experiences in governing the party and the country. We must put the maintenance of political security in the first place, make good use of the "3+3" strategic dialogue mechanism of diplomacy, defense, and public security, and continue to strengthen the ideal and belief education for the younger generation of the two countries.
The two sides should work together and go hand in hand on the road to modernization. It is necessary to accelerate the alignment of development strategies and give priority to promoting infrastructure connectivity. We should strengthen cooperation in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and the Internet of Things. China welcomes more high-quality Vietnamese products to enter the Chinese market. The two sides should continue to strengthen friendly exchanges and cooperation in tourism, culture, media, education, health, sports, and other fields to promote mutual understanding and affinity between the two peoples. I am willing to announce with you the launch of the "China-Vietnam Tourism Cooperation Year" for 2026-2027.
The two sides should hold high the banner of peace, development, cooperation, and win-win results, jointly oppose unilateralism and protectionism, and safeguard the global free trade system and the stability and smooth flow of industrial and supply chains. We must work together to implement the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, the Global Civilization Initiative, and the Global Governance Initiative, and jointly address global challenges. This year marks the 5th anniversary of the establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership between China and ASEAN. China is willing to strengthen coordination and cooperation with countries in the region to promote the building of a closer China-ASEAN community with a shared future.
To Lam (苏林) said that this is his first visit abroad after being elected President of Vietnam, and it also marks the first anniversary of General Secretary and President Xi Jinping's (习近平) historic visit to Vietnam last year, which fully reflects what General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) said, "Neighbors become closer as they interact more." The Vietnamese side thanks the Communist Party of China (中国共产党), the government, and the people for their important political support for the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共十四大), and is willing to always continue the traditional friendship with China and promote the continuous development of the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership and the community with a shared future of strategic significance between the two countries. The Vietnamese side congratulates China on the successful completion of the "14th Five-Year Plan" and the achievement of historic achievements, and believes that China will smoothly implement the "15th Five-Year Plan," continuously promote high-quality development and socialist modernization, achieve the second centenary goal as scheduled, and become a pillar and primary driving force for world peace and development.
At present, Vietnam-China relations maintain a positive development momentum, strategic communication is close, defense and security fields have moved from dialogue to pragmatic cooperation, economic, trade, investment, and infrastructure cooperation are being carried out in depth, people-to-people exchanges are very frequent, and multilateral communication is closer. The Vietnamese side cherishes the special feelings and consistent support that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) has for Vietnam-China relations, and will firmly take the development of relations with China as Vietnam's objective need, strategic choice, and top priority, continue to support the one-China policy, and is willing to strengthen strategic communication and high-level strategic coordination with China, improve the level of economic, trade, investment, railway and other infrastructure, and tourism cooperation, strengthen education, training, science and technology, cultural and people-to-people, and local cooperation, better manage land borders, and maintain peace at sea. The Vietnamese side supports the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, the Global Civilization Initiative, and the Global Governance Initiative proposed by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), and is willing to work with China to promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.
After the talks, the two sides jointly witnessed the signing of a number of bilateral cooperation documents in the fields of party-to-party relations, public security, justice, economy, production and supply chain cooperation, customs cooperation, science and technology, people's livelihood, human resource development, media, and local areas.
Before the talks, Xi Jinping (习近平) and his wife Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) held a welcome ceremony for To Lam (苏林) and his wife Ngo Thi Man (吴芳璃) at the East Gate Square of the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂). When To Lam (苏林) arrived, the honor guard lined up to salute. Xi Jinping (习近平) and To Lam (苏林) ascended the reviewing stand, the military band played the national anthems of China and Vietnam, and 21 salute shots were fired in Tiananmen Square (天安门广场). To Lam (苏林), accompanied by Xi Jinping (习近平), reviewed the guard of honor of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (中国人民解放军), and watched the march-past. Children held bouquets and the party flags and national flags of China and Vietnam and cheered to pay tribute.
That noon, Xi Jinping (习近平) and Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) held a welcome banquet for To Lam (苏林) and his wife in the Golden Hall of the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂).
That afternoon, To Lam (苏林) also visited the Museum of the History of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党历史展览馆).
Cai Qi (蔡奇), Wang Yi (王毅), Yin Li (尹力), Wang Xiaohong (王小洪), and others participated in relevant activities.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th (Reporter). On the afternoon of April 15th, Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and President of the People's Republic of China, and his wife Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) bid a warm farewell to Nguyen Phu Trong (苏林), General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and his wife Ngo Thi Man (吴芳璃), who were in China for a state visit.
Xi Jinping (习近平) said that today, he and General Secretary and President Nguyen Phu Trong (苏林) had a long and in-depth exchange of views on overall and strategic issues of common concern, and reached many new and important consensuses. He emphasized that both China and Vietnam are socialist countries, and we must continue to move firmly along the direction determined by this path, and be a community of shared destiny for the socialist cause. We are good neighbors sharing weal and woe, and are jointly heading towards modernization, and should be a community of shared destiny for achieving modernization. We both advocate a world of great harmony, and under the world's century of change, we should be partners in promoting the building of a community of shared future for mankind. Tomorrow you will set off to visit Guangxi (广西) to further understand China. We are willing to work with Vietnam to lead the building of the China-Vietnam community of shared destiny into a fast track of high-speed development.
Nguyen Phu Trong (苏林) thanked General Secretary and President Xi Jinping (习近平) and the Chinese side for the warm reception given to the high-level Vietnamese delegation with the spirit of comrades and brothers. Nguyen Phu Trong (苏林) said that the Chinese side had made a series of special arrangements, demonstrating a special friendly feeling towards the Vietnamese side, which deeply moved the Vietnamese side. The current Vietnam-China relationship is at its best period in history. This visit has reached many important consensuses and signed many cooperation agreements, and has so far achieved complete success. This time, we also witnessed the implementation and significant achievements of a series of major theories put forward by Comrade General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平). The Vietnamese side is willing to work with the Chinese side to comprehensively implement and implement the important consensuses reached during this visit into new impetus for promoting friendly cooperation between the two sides, promoting greater development of the two countries, and taking new steps towards building a higher-level community of shared destiny with strategic significance.
Cai Qi (蔡奇), Wang Yi (王毅), and others attended.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th. Wang Yi (王毅), member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke by phone with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi on the 15th.
Araghchi briefed on the latest developments in the Iran-US negotiations and Iran's next steps, stating that Iran is willing to continue seeking rational and realistic solutions through peaceful negotiations. Iran highly appreciates China's consistent efforts to promote de-escalation and cooling of the situation, and looks forward to China playing a positive role in promoting peace and stopping the war.
Wang Yi stated that China, as always, supports Iran in safeguarding its own sovereignty, security, and national dignity. President Xi Jinping (习近平) solemnly put forward a four-point proposal on maintaining and promoting peace and stability in the Middle East, contributing a Chinese solution to resolving the crisis. The current situation has reached a critical stage of transition between war and peace, and a window of peace is opening. China supports maintaining the momentum of ceasefire and negotiations, which is in the fundamental interests of the Iranian people and is also the common expectation of countries in the region and the international community. Iran's sovereign security and legitimate rights and interests as a country along the Strait of Hormuz should be respected and safeguarded. At the same time, the freedom and security of navigation in the internationally recognized strait should also be guaranteed, and efforts to restore normal passage through the strait are the unanimous call of the international community. China is willing, in the spirit of President Xi Jinping's (习近平) four-point proposal, to continue to promote the easing of the situation, promote the improvement of relations between countries in the region, and play a constructive role in ultimately achieving lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th (Reporter). Chen Wenqing (陈文清), member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission, met with Luong Tam Quang (梁三光), member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of Vietnam and Minister of Public Security, in Beijing on the 14th.
Chen Wenqing (陈文清) pointed out that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary To Lam (苏林) have drawn a grand blueprint for deepening the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future that is of strategic significance. It is hoped that both sides will take the important consensus of the top leaders of the two parties and countries as a guide, strengthen law enforcement and judicial exchanges and cooperation in key areas such as maintaining political security, combating online gambling and telecom fraud, and protecting overseas interests, so as to make greater contributions to the national security and social stability of the two countries.
Luong Tam Quang (梁三光) stated that he is willing to deepen close exchanges with the Chinese side and promote exchanges and cooperation between Vietnam and China in law enforcement and security to a new level.
Return to TopAt the invitation of President Xi Jinping (习近平), President Daniel Francisco Chapo (丹尼尔·弗朗西斯科·查波) of the Republic of Mozambique will pay a state visit to China from April 16 to 22.
Daniel Francisco Chapo (丹尼尔·弗朗西斯科·查波), male, 49 years old, has served as the President of the Republic of Mozambique since 2025. This visit is President Chapo's (查波) first visit to China since taking office.
(Xinhua News Agency, Beijing (北京), April 15)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 贺 勇 李亚楠
At the testing center of the TBEA National Ultra-High Voltage Transformer Engineering Technology Research Center in Changji (昌吉), Xinjiang (新疆), Issa Tario, a supervising engineer from Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (阿布扎比国家能源公司) of the United Arab Emirates (阿联酋阿布扎比), checked the data on the computer screen. He told reporters, "The data is fine, the test is complete, and we are waiting for the ship to be scheduled for shipment. Our power grid construction project is waiting for this equipment. We look forward to Chinese products serving the construction of the Abu Dhabi (阿布扎比) power grid as soon as possible."
Behind the glass, in the test field, stood a 9.5-meter-high "big guy" - a 400 kV three-phase oil-immersed current-limiting reactor, undergoing vibration, noise, impact, and temperature rise tests in sequence. After receiving the order from the United Arab Emirates (阿联酋) in 2024, TBEA Xinjiang Transformer Factory (特变电工新疆变压器厂) invested in research and development and took one and a half years to produce the new product. Compared with the traditional dry-type current-limiting reactor, the new product is smaller in size and occupies less area, which can reduce project costs, and at the same time has a larger capacity, faster heat dissipation, and more convenient maintenance.
Although several data simulation verifications had been carried out before production, the testing of the new product could not be taken lightly. "We strive to achieve one-time success in the entire process of manufacturing, testing, and commissioning, and achieve long-term safe and stable operation," said Duan Wei (段伟), head of the testing center. Not long ago, the first 400 kV three-phase oil-immersed current-limiting reactor passed the test once under the witness of the customer and a third party, and has been successfully shipped from here.
"This is the product with the highest voltage level and the largest capacity in the industry," said Sun Yinnian (孙银年), deputy chief engineer of TBEA Xinjiang Transformer Factory (特变电工新疆变压器厂), who is responsible for research and development. "At present, other domestic manufacturers have no research and development records of large oil-immersed current-limiting reactors above 220 kV." Sun Yinnian (孙银年) said that Abu Dhabi (阿布扎比) has a dense load and a high degree of power grid interconnection. The increase in system capacity leads to a significant increase in the short-circuit current level, which will impact the power grid equipment. The function of the current-limiting reactor is to limit the peak current when a short-circuit fault occurs and protect the safety of the power grid. The R&D team used new materials, new technologies, and new structures to overcome the technical problems of vibration reduction and noise reduction. "The order agreement requires the noise to be lower than 88 decibels, and our product has achieved a full-load operating noise of 67 decibels," introduced Yang Shitian (杨世天), chief designer of Xinjiang Transformer Factory (新疆变压器厂).
"We are accelerating the transformation into a technology innovation-oriented manufacturing enterprise," said Zhong Yanmin (种衍民), president of TBEA (特变电工). Focusing on the research and development and manufacturing of high-end power equipment, the company is constantly achieving breakthroughs in core technologies and enhancing product competitiveness, so as to serve the global energy infrastructure construction with more Chinese intelligent manufacturing and contribute to promoting global energy transformation and sustainable development.
Return to TopAccording to information from PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia China (印尼中国高速铁路有限公司): As of April 14th, the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway (雅万高铁), a collaborative project between China and Indonesia, has cumulatively transported over 15 million passengers. The scale of operations and service levels continue to improve, and the overall benefits of the project are further manifesting. Data shows that the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway (雅万高铁) has reached a maximum of 26,770 passengers transported in a single day, with a peak daily occupancy rate of 99.64%. This was reported by People's Daily Jakarta (本报雅加达) on April 15th (记者曹师韵).
Return to TopThe ninth China International Import Expo (CIIE) symposium was held in Madrid (马德里), Spain, on April 15, attended by representatives from more than 10 Spanish trade promotion agencies, business associations, and enterprises for exchanges.
People's Daily, Madrid (马德里), April 15 (Reporter Xu Hailin (许海林))
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on April 15th (Reporter Qiang Wei (强薇)): On April 15th, the launch ceremony for the Third Lanhua Awards Global Call for Entries was held in Beijing (北京), with more than 80 guests from home and abroad attending the event.
The Lanhua Awards, initiated by the China Foreign Languages Publishing Administration (中国外文局) in 2022, is a major international cultural exchange award established globally. It aims to actively implement the Global Civilization Initiative, promote the common values of all mankind, promote exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations, and consolidate the humanistic foundation for building a community with a shared future for mankind. The Lanhua Awards recognizes and rewards foreign individuals or organizations worldwide who are committed to international exchanges of Chinese culture and have made outstanding contributions to promoting exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations. It has been held for two sessions. In March 2026, carrying out Lanhua Awards brand activities was clearly written into China's (中国) "15th Five-Year Plan" outline.
Yu Yunquan (于运全), Deputy Director of the China Foreign Languages Publishing Administration (中国外文局), said that the current international situation is intertwined with turmoil and changes, and human society is facing unprecedented challenges. Through activities such as the Lanhua Awards, deepening exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations, promoting mutual understanding and mutual respect among the people of all countries, and gathering global consensus on peaceful development and win-win cooperation are more urgent and important than ever. The China Foreign Languages Publishing Administration (中国外文局) will strengthen cooperation with all parties to jointly carry out the third Lanhua Awards call for entries, evaluation, commendation, and a series of supporting activities.
Meng Feixuan (孟斐璇), representative of the Lanhua Awards International Jury and former Cultural Counselor of the Italian Embassy in China (意大利驻华大使馆), said that the Lanhua Awards is not only a powerful vehicle for promoting international dialogue, cultural exchange, and mutual understanding among people, but also provides an ideal space for winners and Chinese and foreign judges to jointly practice the Global Civilization Initiative.
Return to TopThe offshore trestle channel wharf, constructed by China Road and Bridge Engineering Co., Ltd. (中国路桥工程有限责任公司) on Inhaca Island (伊尼亚卡岛), Mozambique (莫桑比克), was officially put into operation recently. For a long time, due to the shallow waters around the island, passenger ships could not directly dock, and tourists and residents needed to transfer to small boats and wade to the island. It often took one to two hours for tourists on passenger ships to disembark. The project is about 1.3 kilometers long and is an important infrastructure connecting the island with the sea passenger transport route. After the completion of the project, passenger ships can dock under various tidal conditions, and passengers can walk to the island via the trestle, greatly improving the efficiency and safety of boarding and alighting.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th, April 15th, Premier of the State Council Li Qiang (李强) met with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共中央) and President of Vietnam To Lam (苏林), who was in China for a state visit, at the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂) in Beijing in the afternoon.
Li Qiang (李强) said that this morning, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and President Xi Jinping (习近平) held talks with General Secretary To Lam (苏林) and President To Lam (苏林) to steer the course for deepening the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future of strategic significance. The current world situation continues to evolve in a complex manner, and unstable and uncertain factors are increasing. As traditional friendly neighbors, China and Vietnam should unite and cooperate more closely. China is willing to work with Vietnam to follow the strategic guidance of the top leaders of the two parties and countries, firmly support each other, deepen pragmatic cooperation, bring more benefits to the people of the two countries, and make new contributions to promoting stability and prosperity in the region and the world.
Li Qiang (李强) pointed out that China is willing to work with Vietnam to deeply connect development strategies, accelerate the connection of infrastructure such as standard-gauge railways, expressways, and smart ports, promote the expansion and improvement of two-way trade and investment, work together to build a safe and stable industrial chain and supply chain, create more cooperation highlights in fields such as artificial intelligence, new energy, and key minerals, jointly cultivate and expand new drivers of development, and achieve a higher level of mutual benefit and win-win results. China is willing to work with Vietnam to design a series of activities for the "China-Vietnam Tourism Cooperation Year," further expand people-to-people exchanges, and consolidate the inheritance of generations of friendship. China and Vietnam uphold similar views on the international order and have broad common interests. They should further coordinate their positions in multilateral mechanisms such as the United Nations, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (亚太经合组织), East Asia cooperation, and Lancang-Mekong cooperation, and promote all parties to jointly oppose unilateralism and power politics, safeguard fairness and justice, and promote openness and win-win results.
To Lam (苏林) congratulated China on its significant achievements in economic and social development, and said that Vietnam attaches great importance to and regards its relations with China as the top priority of its foreign policy. Vietnam is willing to work with China to promote sustainable economic links, especially railway cooperation, improve the level of economic, trade and investment cooperation, promote science, education and training, strengthen international communication and coordination, solve problems existing in bilateral cooperation, maintain maritime safety and stability, enhance resilience to global security risks, bring comprehensive cooperation between the two countries to a new height, and provide a solid material foundation for the continued development of relations between the two parties and countries in the new stage.
Wu Zhenglong (吴政隆) attended the meeting.
Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th, Zhao Leji (赵乐际), member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央政治局常委) and Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大常委会委员长), met with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共中央) and President of Vietnam To Lam (苏林) in Beijing on the afternoon of the 15th.
Zhao Leji (赵乐际) said that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and President Xi Jinping (习近平) held sincere, friendly, and fruitful talks and exchanges with you, pointing out the direction for the development of China-Vietnam relations. The two sides should implement the important consensus reached by the top leaders of the two parties and countries, consolidate strategic mutual trust, accelerate the alignment of development strategies, and promote the building of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future to go deeper and more solid. Zhao Leji (赵乐际) introduced the legislation on the Ecological Environment Code and the National Development Plan Law, and said that the National People's Congress of China is willing to deepen the exchange and mutual learning of legislative experience with the National Assembly of Vietnam to help the pragmatic cooperation between the two countries and the construction of the rule of law in their respective countries.
To Lam (苏林) said that Vietnam warmly congratulates China on its great development achievements under the leadership of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央) with Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) at its core. Vietnam is willing to deepen strategic mutual trust with China, strengthen pragmatic cooperation in various fields, and promote legislative exchanges.
Wang Dongming (王东明) and Peng Qinghua (彭清华) attended the meeting.
Return to TopOn April 15, Xinhua News Agency Beijing reported that Cai Qi (蔡奇), a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee, held talks with Tran Cam Tu (陈锦绣), a member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and Permanent Secretary of the Secretariat, at the Museum of the History of the Communist Party of China.
Cai Qi (蔡奇) stated that today, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary To Lam (苏林) had lengthy and in-depth exchanges on overall and strategic issues of common concern, reaching many important consensus and jointly charting a new vision for the China-Vietnam community with a shared future. The two parties of China and Vietnam should play a coordinating and leading role, and effectively guide all departments, localities, and mechanism platforms to implement the latest important consensus of the two General Secretaries.
Cai Qi (蔡奇) pointed out that currently, the international situation is intertwined with turbulence and changes, and the two parties and countries of China and Vietnam shoulder the important task of promoting the development of socialism and promoting human peace and progress. China is willing to work with Vietnam to stabilize the political direction, continue to strengthen high-level exchanges, and continuously consolidate political mutual trust; adhere to the original aspiration of faith, give full play to the special role of party-to-party channels, make good use of the "3+3" strategic dialogue mechanism of China-Vietnam diplomacy, national defense, and public security, and continue to strengthen exchanges and mutual learning of governance experience; focus on mutual benefit and win-win results, serve the alignment of the development strategies of the two countries, and promote pragmatic cooperation in various fields; keep in mind the original aspiration and mission, guide organizations such as trade unions, youth leagues, and women's federations of the two countries to improve the effectiveness of exchanges, improve the level of facilitation of personnel exchanges, and carry out in-depth cooperation in news media, culture, sports, and arts, and inherit the traditional friendship between China and Vietnam; strengthen multilateral coordination, clearly uphold multilateralism and free trade, and actively carry out cooperation within the framework of building a community with a shared future for mankind and the four global initiatives.
Tran Cam Tu (陈锦绣) thanked the Chinese side for its high attention and warm reception to General Secretary and State President To Lam's (苏林) visit, and said that General Secretary To Lam (苏林) and General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) reached new important consensus on the further development of relations between the two parties and countries in the new era. The Vietnamese side is willing to work with the Chinese side to continue to give play to the special role of party-to-party channels and promote the implementation of the important consensus of the top leaders of the two parties and countries. General Secretary To Lam's (苏林) special visit to the Museum of the History of the Communist Party of China fully reflects the close ties, mutual trust, and political will to work together between the two parties of Vietnam and China. It is expected that the two sides will improve the level of strategic mutual trust and grasp the direction of the development of relations between the two parties and countries in general; jointly and resolutely safeguard political security and strengthen regular contacts between important departments; further improve the level of cooperation between the two sides and consolidate the material foundation of the relations between the two countries; jointly guide mass organizations of both sides to carry out exchanges and further strengthen the ties between the people of the two countries; strengthen multilateral coordination and promote the two countries to play a greater role in regional and global affairs.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th (北京新华社). In order to further optimize the allocation of investment approval authority, enhance the convenience of investment services, strengthen the whole-process supervision of investment projects, and focus on expanding effective investment, the General Office of the State Council (国务院办公厅) recently issued the "Opinions on Deepening the Reform of the Investment Approval System" (关于深化投资审批制度改革的意见) (hereinafter referred to as the "Opinions"), and made arrangements for relevant work.
Regarding strict management of government investment projects, the "Opinions" propose to optimize the approval authority for government investment projects in accordance with the principles of consistent powers and responsibilities, effective supervision, and matching with administrative powers; strictly prohibit circumventing the approval of government investment projects by illegally using state-owned enterprises (国有企业) and other means to approve or file enterprise investment projects; improve the project construction standards and investment budget verification standard system, and strictly constrain project budgets; implement a lifelong accountability system for government investment project decisions.
Regarding the standardization of enterprise investment project management, the "Opinions" propose to dynamically revise the catalog of investment projects subject to government approval; provincial governments (省级政府) should reasonably determine the approval authority for enterprise investment projects in their respective regions based on project nature and the capacity of cities and counties to undertake projects; promote the standardization of project filing information and filing certificates, and strengthen the verification of the completeness of filing information and compliance with industrial policies; strengthen the coordinated linkage of enterprise investment management policies and industrial policies, and factor fund management policies.
Regarding improving investment approval efficiency and promoting project implementation, the "Opinions" propose to further promote the "one-stop approval for fixed asset investment projects" (固定资产投资项目审批一件事); further streamline the approval items for investment project construction permits, and implement combined processing for construction permit items subject to joint approval by the same department; standardize project bidding and tendering management, and severely crack down on illegal and irregular behaviors such as evading bidding, bid-rigging, and fraud; strengthen project construction implementation management, and improve the system for filling in information on investment project construction implementation.
Regarding strengthening project supervision and improving the evaluation system, the "Opinions" propose to consolidate the responsibility for the whole-process supervision of projects, with investment authorities fulfilling comprehensive supervision responsibilities, industry authorities fulfilling industry supervision responsibilities, and relevant local government departments fulfilling territorial supervision responsibilities; establish a comprehensive evaluation and performance evaluation system for investment project decisions that is adapted to the requirements of high-quality development, and effectively support investment decisions and project management.
The "Opinions" emphasize the need to strengthen the coordinated cooperation between the reform of the investment approval system and the reform of the project investment and financing mechanism, the reform of prices and fees in key areas, and other reforms, to better leverage the synergistic effect. All regions and relevant departments should, in accordance with their respective responsibilities, implement these opinions, and the investment authorities of the State Council (国务院) should strengthen overall coordination and guidance to jointly promote the implementation of reform measures.
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The General Office of the State Council recently issued the "Opinions on Improving the Drug Price Formation Mechanism," emphasizing the need to improve the market-led drug price formation mechanism, support the high-quality development of the pharmaceutical industry, and ensure that the people have access to high-quality and affordable drugs. On April 15, the State Council Information Office held a State Council policy briefing to introduce the relevant situation.
A series of reform measures are proposed for the entire cycle, all channels, and all fields.
Shi Zihai (施子海), Deputy Director of the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局), introduced that since June 2015, except for anesthetic drugs and Class I psychotropic drugs, government pricing has been abolished for all other drugs, and market-adjusted prices have been implemented. Enterprises independently set prices, and actual transaction prices are mainly formed by market competition. The opinions adhere to the principle of combining an effective market and a capable government, and propose a series of reform measures from the perspective of the entire cycle, all channels, and all fields.
The entire cycle refers to improving price policies based on different stages after a drug is launched on the market. The opinions implement classified policies for drug prices throughout the entire cycle, leaving sufficient space for high-level innovative drugs and encouraging enterprises to continue to do well in research and development innovation; and setting rules for independent pricing for other drugs to guide enterprises to price fairly and reasonably.
All channels refer to encouraging relevant entities to participate in drug price formation based on different drug circulation channels. The opinions encourage all parties to participate in drug price formation, making drug price information from different channels more open, transparent, and comparable, so that the public can "compare prices among three stores" and understand clearly and buy with confidence.
All fields refer to guiding drug prices to maintain a reasonable level based on the different categories of drugs. The opinions regulate the pricing, supply, and payment of drugs in key areas, making drugs more accessible to the public and prices more reasonable.
"The opinions put forward a package of reform measures to guide the rational formation of drug prices, regulate price order, and coordinate governance," said Shi Zihai (施子海). "The introduction of new measures is ultimately to promote the stable operation of the market, maintain a good price order, and ensure the safety of drug use by the public."
Precise measures support the development of innovative drugs.
Encouraging the development of innovative drugs is an important measure to improve the quality level of clinical drug use and enhance the health and well-being of the people. Li Jiangning (李江宁), Director of the Drug Supervision and Administration Department of the National Medical Products Administration (国家药监局), introduced that the national drug review agencies have continued to improve the efficiency of review and the ability to serve pharmaceutical innovation in recent years. The average review time for innovative drug clinical trials has been shortened by 71% compared with the "13th Five-Year Plan" period, and the average review time for priority review and approval of innovative drugs has been shortened by 42%.
Wang Xiaoning (王小宁), Director of the Medical Insurance Price and Bidding Procurement Department of the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局), introduced that as of February this year, the medical insurance fund has cumulatively spent 504.8 billion yuan on negotiated drugs within the agreement period, driving sales of 740 billion yuan and benefiting 1.17 billion people. The total profit of the pharmaceutical industry has grown at an average annual rate of 11.3%, and R&D investment has grown at an average annual rate of 23%.
The opinions further propose precise support measures for each stage after innovative drugs are approved for marketing.
In the initial launch stage of drugs, the opinions innovatively propose optimizing the initial launch price mechanism. The National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局) is currently studying and formulating documents on the initial launch price mechanism for drugs, exploring the implementation of enterprise self-assessment of clinical value and degree of innovation, and actively supporting high-level innovative drugs with a high degree of innovation and great clinical value. Such drugs can set prices that are adapted to high investment and high risk in the early stage of marketing, and this price will remain relatively stable for a certain period of time.
In the stage of drugs entering medical insurance, the opinions emphasize the need to optimize the rules for adjusting the medical insurance catalog, taking into account both patient benefits and encouraging innovation. The medical insurance payment standards formed through negotiation should reasonably reflect the clinical value of the drugs, and the sales prices of negotiated drugs in non-designated medical institutions can be free from the constraints of medical insurance payment standards.
In the stage of drugs participating in centralized procurement, the opinions emphasize that centralized volume-based procurement should be carried out for drugs with multiple suppliers and that have been on the market for many years, and it is specifically clarified that centralized procurement does not involve innovative drugs, that is, "innovation is not centrally procured, and centralized procurement is not innovative." In the regular online listing stage, the opinions propose to promote the reflection of reasonable price gradients in reference preparations and generic drugs, reflecting support for innovative research and development.
Further improve the drug centralized procurement price formation mechanism.
Optimizing pharmaceutical centralized procurement is an important part of improving the drug centralized procurement price formation mechanism.
Shi Zihai (施子海) said that the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局) will work with relevant departments to adhere to the principles of "stabilizing clinical practice, ensuring quality, preventing internal competition, and preventing bid rigging" and further improve the drug centralized procurement price formation mechanism.
First, optimize centralized procurement rules for different types of drugs. Improve procurement rules based on the characteristics of different types of drugs, such as chemical drugs, biological drugs, traditional Chinese patent medicines, and traditional Chinese medicine decoction pieces. This includes optimizing the selection of procurement varieties, bidding qualifications, and reporting methods for different types of drugs, improving the matching degree between centralized volume-based procurement and clinical selection, and better adapting to the multi-level drug needs of the public. Optimize the winning rules, adopt various methods such as bidding, inquiry, and comprehensive evaluation to guide enterprises to compete rationally. Optimize the implementation and monitoring of winning results to promote the orderly connection of supply, use, and settlement.
Second, strengthen the implementation of centralized procurement winning results. Strengthen medical, medical insurance, and pharmaceutical coordination and linkage, strengthen departmental synergy, and form a comprehensive effect. For medical institutions, the main focus is to guide medical institutions to prioritize the use of winning products in accordance with regulations and reporting volume. Outside the centralized procurement agreement, medical institutions can use other non-winning products, including original research drugs, to avoid a "**一刀切**" (yī dāo qiē - "one knife cut," a simplistic, one-size-fits-all approach) in the clinical selection process.
Third, strengthen guidance on local centralized procurement work. Encourage provinces to adopt the inter-provincial centralized procurement model of "**一省牵头、全国参加**" (yī shěng qiān tóu, quán guó cān jiā - "one province takes the lead, the whole country participates"), coordinate the relative unity of procurement rules of various inter-provincial alliances, comprehensively improve the standardization level of centralized procurement, and reduce the administrative burden of bidding for enterprises. We will also strengthen guidance on the continuation of procurement after the expiration of the agreement period in various localities to promote stable clinical drug use, stable market expectations, and stable price levels.
Have the ability to resolutely guard the people's "medicine cabinet."
"We have the ability to resolutely guard the people's 'medicine cabinet'," said He Yaqiong (何亚琼), Director of the Consumer Goods Industry Department of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部). Currently, there are approximately 160,000 drug approval numbers in China, which can produce and provide all types of pharmaceutical products, basically meeting the daily drug needs of the public.
Innovation capabilities have been significantly enhanced. The number of innovative drugs under research in China accounts for about 1/3 of the world's total, and in 2025, the total amount of overseas licensing transactions of innovative drugs in China will exceed 130 billion US dollars, hitting a record high.
The industrial base has been continuously consolidated. The integrated advantages of APIs and preparations continue to expand, and breakthroughs have been continuously made in the research and industrialization of classic famous prescriptions of traditional Chinese medicine, and personalized services of "**一人一方**" (yī rén yī fāng - "one person one prescription") are gradually being realized. Leading enterprises in the industry are accelerating their rise. Currently, China accounts for 6 of the world's top 50 pharmaceutical companies.
The resilience of supply security is stronger. The national pharmaceutical reserve system has been continuously improved, and the 6 small-variety drug production security consortia that the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology focuses on tracking are very powerful, and their work is deepening day by day, effectively alleviating the supply tension of more than 130 kinds of clinically essential drugs.
Gong Xiangguang (龚向光), Director of the Drug Policy and Essential Medicines System Department of the National Health Commission (国家卫生健康委), said that in recent years, the phenomenon of drug shortages in China has been greatly alleviated, and the drugs urgently needed by patients clinically have been basically guaranteed.
The work of drug centralized procurement is constantly deepening, and the public pays close attention to the quality of drugs. Li Jiangning (李江宁) said that the National Medical Products Administration (国家药监局) adheres to the "**两个全覆盖**" (liǎng gè quán fù gài - "two full coverages") of inspection of winning enterprises and sampling inspection of winning varieties, and "**零容忍**" (líng róng rěn - "zero tolerance") for risk issues. Inspection and sampling work has covered all 490 varieties and more than 800 winning enterprises in the 11 batches of national centralized procurement. In recent years, the overall pass rate of drug sampling inspection in China has continued to remain above 99%.
Yao Lei (姚雷), Director of the Price Supervision and Inspection and Anti-Unfair Competition Bureau of the State Administration for Market Regulation (市场监管总局), said that the market supervision department actively supports and cooperates with the National Healthcare Security Administration (国家医保局) to improve the drug price formation mechanism, draw regulatory red lines and bottom lines, severely crack down on price and monopoly violations in the drug field, punish illegal business entities in accordance with the law, protect the legitimate interests of honest and law-abiding business entities, and effectively maintain the market order in the drug field and the legitimate rights and interests of the public in drug use, and promote the continuous and healthy development of the industry.
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An opinion covering all aspects of pricing in the pharmaceutical industry. 14 specific items, including major policies based on industry development, as well as small measures to facilitate the public.
The "big" of the policy lies in taking a holistic view and systematic planning. Aiming at the entire process and field of drug prices, whether it is diversified payment to help pharmaceutical innovation, or ensuring the supply and stabilizing the price of short-supply drugs, all start from the long-term development of the industry, straighten out the price order, balance the innovation of enterprises and the drug needs of the masses, build a good institutional framework for the healthy development of the pharmaceutical industry, and solve the fundamental problems of industry development.
The "small" in the policy is a caring arrangement close to the people. For example, a measure to allow people to "compare prices among three stores" is specially launched, making good use of the price advantages of online pharmacies, so that everyone can easily compare online and offline drug prices, see clearly, and buy with confidence. These measures are aimed at daily drug purchase needs, making it easier for the masses to use drugs and making the price level more reasonable.
Big policies manage the direction and stabilize the industry, while small measures are close to people's livelihood and warm people's hearts. The two complement each other, and ultimately point to the goal of ensuring the public's medication. We look forward to the implementation and effectiveness of various policies and measures, and a win-win situation for the healthy development of the pharmaceutical industry and the well-being of the people in medication.
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In the inaugural year of the "15th Five-Year Plan," the State Council Information Office (国务院新闻办) organized a series of thematic interviews to help Chinese and foreign journalists understand the implementation of the "15th Five-Year Plan" outline in various regions. On April 15th, relevant individuals from the Guangdong Provincial Government introduced the relevant situation regarding continuously promoting the construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (粤港澳大湾区), accelerating the cultivation of new momentum for opening up and cooperation, and new advantages in international competition.
"In 2025, the Greater Bay Area, with less than 0.6% of the country's land area and about 6% of the country's permanent population, created 1/9 of the country's total economic output, achieving a regional GDP of about 2.15 trillion US dollars," introduced Zhang Hu (张虎), member of the Standing Committee of the Guangdong Provincial Party Committee and Executive Vice Governor. In recent years, Guangdong Province has joined hands with Hong Kong and Macao to strive to build the Greater Bay Area into a source of power for China's high-quality development and a high ground for high-level opening to the outside world.
Judging from the situation in January and February this year, the growth rate of major economic indicators in Guangdong Province is better than the whole of last year. The added value of industries above designated size increased by 7.9%, and profits increased by more than 20%. Total retail sales of consumer goods increased by 4.6%. Fixed asset investment increased by 0.9%, investment in electronic and communication equipment manufacturing increased by more than 26%, and investment in equipment, tools and instruments increased by more than 50%. Foreign trade achieved high double-digit growth, with imports and exports increasing by 22.1%, and cross-border e-commerce exports growing rapidly by nearly 60%. "We have introduced a number of reform and innovation measures to continuously enhance the 'golden signboard' of the Canton Fair (广交会)," said Zhang Jinsong (张劲松), Director of the Guangdong Provincial Department of Commerce.
"The 10-kilometer-long Robot Valley in Shenzhen (深圳) has seen the emergence of leading companies in the robotics field such as UBTECH (优必选), RoboSense (速腾聚创), and Yuejiang Technology (越疆科技)," said Zeng Jinze (曾进泽), Director of the Guangdong Provincial Department of Industry and Information Technology. As a major manufacturing province, Guangdong, in addition to Shenzhen Robot Valley, has also laid out robot industry clusters in Guangzhou Huangpu (广州黄埔), Foshan Beijiao (佛山北滘), Dongguan Songshan Lake (东莞松山湖), and Zhuhai High-tech Zone (珠海高新区). Next, Guangdong will support breakthroughs in key core technologies of the robotics industry, expand application scenarios, and support enterprises to become stronger and expand their markets.
How to coordinate Hong Kong, Macao and the nine mainland cities to jointly promote the development of emerging industries and future industries in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area? Gong Zhenzhi (龚桢梽), Director of the Guangdong Provincial Development and Reform Commission, introduced that on the one hand, it will lead the Greater Bay Area's industries to develop in the direction of high-end, intelligent, and green; on the other hand, it will actively support Zhuhai (珠海), Foshan (佛山), Huizhou (惠州), Dongguan (东莞), Zhongshan (中山), Jiangmen (江门), Zhaoqing (肇庆) and other Pearl River Delta cities to give full play to their own advantages, accurately identify industrial positioning according to local conditions, achieve precise connection and differentiated development with central cities, and jointly create industrial clusters with their own characteristics.
"Highlighting the construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as the traction, highlighting high-quality development, and highlighting the activation of the three major driving forces of reform, opening up and innovation," said Gong Zhenzhi. Guangdong is at the intersection of domestic and international dual circulation and must rely on reform, opening up and innovation to enhance vitality and improve motivation. Guangdong will deepen reforms in key areas and create a first-class business environment; grasp the "five external linkages" and serve as a high-level gateway hub for opening up to the outside world; promote comprehensive innovation with technological innovation as the focus, and stimulate the innovation and creativity of the whole society.
Regarding the problem of unbalanced regional development, Zhang Hu said that Guangdong has thoroughly implemented the "Hundred Counties, Thousand Towns, Ten Thousand Villages High-Quality Development Project" (百县千镇万村高质量发展工程), taking counties as the entry point, promoting strong counties to promote towns and bring villages, and accelerating the transformation of the "short board" of unbalanced urban-rural and regional development into a "potential board" for high-quality development.
Return to TopBeijing, April 15th (People's Daily reporter Wang Ke (王珂)) The reporter learned from the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) on the 15th that business big data monitoring shows that as of April 12, 2026, the sales of consumer goods trade-in reached 502.94 billion yuan, benefiting 69.777 million people.
More than 1.67 million vehicles were traded in, driving new car sales of more than 269.44 billion yuan. Among them, more than 472,000 vehicles were scrapped and renewed, with sales exceeding 60.69 billion yuan; more than 1.198 million vehicles were replaced and renewed, with sales exceeding 208.75 billion yuan. 27.023 million home appliances were traded in, with sales of 111.09 billion yuan. 41.084 million digital and smart products were purchased, with sales of 122.41 billion yuan.
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This year, April 15th marks the eleventh National Security Education Day, with the theme of the publicity and education activities being "Coordinating Development and Security, Escorting the '15th Five-Year Plan' on a New Journey."
From cities to villages, from schools to enterprises, from communities to military camps, in recent days, various regions and departments have given play to their enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity, and have carried out publicity and education activities that are down-to-earth, gather popularity, and are full of vitality, promoting the overall national security concept to be more deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and jointly building a solid barrier for national security.
Youth is the future of the country, and it is particularly important to let the overall national security concept take root and sprout in the hearts of young people.
The "National Security, Youth Step Forward" theme group day activity week was jointly initiated by the Communist Youth League Central Committee (共青团中央) and the Ministry of State Security (国家安全部), and has been carried out for three consecutive years. Recently, the main demonstration activity of publicity and education on the overall national security concept was held at Nanjing University of Science and Technology (南京理工大学). In the theme group class segment, the original micro-drama "The Sound of the Bugle is Loud" performed by teachers and students of the school reproduced the bloody scene of revolutionary predecessors charging into battle to defend their country across time and space. The event also specially set up a "Youth Salon on National Security," where youth representatives combined their own experiences to interpret the security risks and safeguarding responsibilities in different fields.
A number of academicians from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering, famous philosophers and social scientists, model figures, and university party secretaries and presidents have successively launched demonstration lectures in universities in Beijing (北京), Hebei (河北), Hunan (湖南), Anhui (安徽), Yunnan (云南) and other places. On April 13, on the campus of Beijing Normal University (北京师范大学), Vice President Kang Zhen (康震) deeply elaborated on the national security elements contained in traditional culture around the "two combinations," guiding teachers and students to strengthen cultural confidence and safeguard national security.
The interactive lecture "Firmly Hold the Chinese People's Rice Bowl in Our Own Hands" advocates the "Clean Plate Campaign" to protect food safety; the situational lecture "Only This Green, Endlessly" shows the practice of "Green mountains and clear water are golden mountains and silver mountains"... In Longjing Village (龙井村), Huaxi District (花溪区), Guiyang City (贵阳市), Guizhou (贵州), members of the Southwest University of Political Science & Law (西南政法大学) Student Propaganda Group on the Overall National Security Concept explained national security knowledge to villagers in an easy-to-understand way. The youthful and enthusiastic lectures of the young students made the villagers understand, remember, and resonate.
National security is for the people and relies on the people.
Relying on the Shanghai National Security Cinema carefully built by the Siping Cinema (四平电影院) in Yangpu District (杨浦区), Shanghai (上海), the special publicity and education activity of "Talking about Security with Light and Shadow, Seeing 4·15 Everywhere" was launched. The activity is based on the advantages of the cinema's cultural position, and takes the "Xiao An" cultural market as a highlight, and jointly creates a cultural space integrating fun check-in, interactive experience, and knowledge popularization with Bilibili, Mosui Linglong and other IPs, creating a strong atmosphere of national participation and joint protection of security. At the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum (上海科技馆), China National Nuclear Corporation (中核集团) centrally launched a series of popular science brand activities such as "Charm of Light," "Nuclear + X," "Two Bombs, One Satellite" Spirit University Student Volunteer Lectures, "Xiao He's Voice," and "Pleasant Nuclear Sound." People who have personally experienced the activities shared their stories of growing up with the nuclear popular science cause and nuclear technology innovation work.
"Everyone, please see, this timeline records the development context of the overall national security concept from 2014 to 2026." At the Taiyuan Art Museum (太原美术馆) in Shanxi (山西), the theme exhibition of "National Security Great Wall Tour" is wonderful, and the narrator's narration has attracted many visitors. An old man with white hair stood in front of the exhibition board of "The hearts of the people are the Great Wall" for a long time: "This sentence speaks to our hearts."
In Liugong Island (刘公岛), Weihai (威海), Shandong (山东), the national action of "Jointly Building a Maritime Great Wall of National Security" and the activity of "Alarm Bells Ringing, Jointly Protecting Anlan - National Security Lecture Hall" were carried out in depth. "We can only integrate the awareness of national security into our daily lives and transform it into practical actions, so as to comfort those heroic martyrs who fought for the light in the darkness." At the launch ceremony, Zhu Rongrong (朱容瑢), the granddaughter of martyr Zhu Feng (朱枫), said emotionally.
Songs and dances, situational dramas, instrumental music... The Fujian (福建) Province's 2026 "4·15" National Security Theme Gala integrates a variety of art forms, carefully arranging chapters such as "United in Soul Casting," "Guarding the Land and Protecting Anlan," and "Symbiotic Dream Building," enhancing the awareness and literacy of cadres and the masses in safeguarding national security in emotional resonance. In addition, the local area launched the "Fudi Guoan Said - 2026 AI+" series of promotional short videos, using artificial intelligence and other means, integrating trendy elements, and striving to create national security publicity and education products with local characteristics.
In Jiangxi (江西), in the Overall National Security Concept Theme Park in Ji'an City (吉安市), the representative intangible cultural heritage projects such as Xingan paper-cutting, Jizhou kiln ceramics, and Wan'an peasant paintings cleverly integrate national security publicity and education into the display of excellent traditional culture, and citizens have taken photos and posted them on WeChat Moments.
Strengthening the national security awareness of the people is the fundamental strategy and long-term plan for national security work.
Recently, Guangdong (广东) launched a national security theme study tour activity, and released 4 study tour routes centered on the Guangdong Provincial National Security Education Hall (广东省国家安全教育馆) and radiating to major cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, creating a one-stop study tour model of "publicity + education + cultural tourism," setting off a check-in craze in the Greater Bay Area. Residents of Hong Kong and Macao actively participated in the activities, showing the scene of Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao working together to build a steel Great Wall of national security in the Bay Area.
Yu Tree robots interactively explain on the spot, and gesture actions complement the special effects of the large screen; the intelligent sliding rail screen presents typical cases of political security, counter-espionage, and national security in emerging fields, which are fully explained by the National Security Digital Human... At the Zhejiang (浙江) Provincial National Security Education Exhibition site, the technology is full of flavor. The exhibition integrates "real scenes, real cases, and real objects" with a number of cutting-edge technologies to create an immersive, scenario-based, and interactive viewing experience space, focusing on guiding party members, cadres, and the masses to further enhance their national security awareness.
On April 11, the "National Security Education Day Theme Train" was officially launched at Tianjin North Railway Station (天津北站), and the mobile train was transformed into an immersive national security publicity and education position. The carriages are cleverly designed with a variety of interactive activities such as "puzzle solving experience," "long scroll painting," and "intangible cultural heritage production." A passenger said: "The activities are novel and interesting, which has further enhanced my sense of responsibility and mission as a national security guardian for everyone."
Security is the prerequisite for development, and development is the guarantee of security. A series of diverse publicity and education activities cover many venues, different scenarios, and various groups of people, guiding the whole society to deeply study and implement the overall national security concept, pay more attention to coordinating development and security, and constantly consolidate the people's defense line of national security.
(Our reporter Yang Hao (杨昊), Jin Bo (靳博), Zheng Yangyang (郑洋洋), Liu Xiaoyu (刘晓宇), Li Rui (李蕊), Yang Yanfei (杨颜菲) participated in the writing)
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Being in one's position, planning for its affairs, and fulfilling one's responsibilities are the duties of party members and cadres. What should be done when the masses "accidentally" seek help for an "extraordinary matter"?
In Yuanbao Township (元堡乡), Lichuan (利川), Hubei (湖北), an elderly person, unable to read, missed the public service hall and went to the Party building office to report "water outage at home." The staff took her to the water company for consultation and called the village cadres to follow up and resolve the issue.
In Zhushan District (珠山区), Jingdezhen (景德镇), Jiangxi (江西), some people came to the Discipline Inspection Commission office to complain about noise pollution. The receiving cadre suggested first communicating with relevant functional departments. If there is inaction or slow action, the Discipline Inspection Commission will intervene in due course.
The masses "ask first," and party members and cadres take on the "first responsibility." Some grassroots cadres lamented: "The people seeking you out is a great trust; if you don't handle it well, it is a great responsibility." Living up to trust and shouldering responsibility is not only a reflection of Party spirit cultivation but also a manifestation of ability and quality, which is quite enlightening for establishing and practicing a correct view of performance.
Trust does not come out of thin air but is repeatedly verified and nurtured in the concrete and perceptible fulfillment of responsibilities.
When storms strike, what is trusted is the backbone.
"Because I wear this uniform, I must live up to everyone." In Luopoling (落坡岭), Mentougou District (门头沟区), Beijing (北京), when the K396 train encountered heavy rain and stopped for safety, train attendant Zhao Yang (赵阳) stood up, and his powerful words calmed the passengers.
Why trust her? It is due to her identity as a Party member and the responsibility it entails. A Party member is a banner, shouldering the original aspiration and mission, and demonstrating the style and image, so the masses naturally trust and follow.
In tackling tough problems, what is trusted is also the serious effort.
Strict rules and hard constraints, persevering in implementing the spirit of the Central Eight-Point Regulation, have brought under control unhealthy tendencies that could not be controlled in the past; transforming methods and opening up new paths, ecological civilization has been achieved over time, with bluer skies, greener mountains, and clearer waters...
The Communist Party is most serious, "what is said must be done, and what is promised must be fulfilled." The sense of responsibility of "always being uneasy" is constantly transformed into the trust of hundreds of millions of people.
Trust and responsibility support each other. Receiving trust but failing to reciprocate with responsibility easily leads to doing "superficial work" and burning "false fires."
A "10 billion-level children's car industrial park" actually only built two factory buildings and does not produce children's cars. The implementation plan states "establish a special team" but even the person in charge is not clear about the responsibilities of the special team... A negative example of "performance bubble" that occurred in Leiyang (耒阳), Hunan (湖南), is thought-provoking.
Launching projects and developing industries are seen by the masses and hoped for in their hearts. However, being keen on "creating momentum for a while" rather than "creating benefits for one side," and believing in "numbers produce officials, officials produce numbers," is ultimately a lack of responsibility and a deviation in the view of performance, which overdraws the credibility of the Party and the government and the trust of the people.
Being trusted is an honor, and being responsible is a commitment. To win greater trust, one must shoulder more solid responsibilities, "one is one, two is two," and avoid 凌空蹈虚 (líng kōng dǎo xū - "treading on air," to be divorced from reality) and exaggerating and showing off.
Responsibility nurtures trust, and trust inspires greater responsibility.
Growing shiitake mushrooms, growing codonopsis, growing Coptis chinensis... Luo Guanzhang (罗官章), the old secretary of Niuzhuang Township (牛庄乡), Yichang (宜昌), Hubei (湖北), has devoted his life to leading his fellow villagers to get rid of poverty and become rich. After retirement, he still chose to take root in the mountains, overcome the gastrodia elata planting technology, and impart it to his fellow villagers free of charge. With the foundation laid by gastrodia elata planting, Niuzhuang Township was lifted out of poverty in 2019. In 2025, the township's gastrodia elata planting reached 1,200 mu, with an output value exceeding 300 million yuan.
In winning the battle against poverty, "Party members take the lead, we follow, and there is hope for poverty alleviation," which is a trust with high expectations; "I am a Communist Party member, I must lead the masses to eradicate the roots of poverty for the people," which is even more a responsibility of 舍我其谁 (shě wǒ qí shuí - "if not me, who?," the sense of responsibility to do what one ought to do).
On the new journey of Chinese-style modernization, leading the people to live a better life and achieve higher-quality development is trust, but even more so, it is responsibility.
Return to TopThis is a report from Beijing (北京) on April 15th (reported by Qi Yukun (亓玉昆)). The reporter learned on April 15th from the Ministry of State Security (国家安全部): On the occasion of the eleventh National Security Education Day, the state security organs carried out the 2025-2026 commendation and reward activity for citizens reporting acts endangering national security. A total of 103 people were commended and rewarded, including 3 people with special major contribution awards, 23 people with major contribution awards, and 77 people with important contribution awards. The number of award recipients reached a record high.
According to reports, this is the eighth consecutive year that the state security organs have organized a nationwide commendation and reward activity. More and more people are actively reporting illegal and criminal acts endangering national security through the state security organs' 12339 reporting and acceptance channels, and consciously safeguarding national security.
Among the award recipients, Mr. Yu, an employee of an internet company, reported that a company exported prohibited raw materials products to foreign countries and sold the latest domestic biological research data to foreign countries, effectively eliminating major risks in the field of biosafety; Mr. Wu, a scientific research expert, led a team to carry out a marine environmental scientific research mission in a certain sea area of China, observed a foreign military aircraft dropping a suspicious device, directed the team to initiate an emergency procedure to successfully retrieve the device, and immediately handed it over after docking; Mr. He, a worker, discovered that the owner of an "overseas investment information group" was a foreign person and was spreading politically inflammatory remarks in the group. He cleverly interacted with the other party and cooperated with the state security organs to carry out relevant investigations.
In addition, a foreign person expressed to media worker Mr. Dong that he was willing to pay a high price for "consultation" on "internal revelations" involving China's politics and economy. After Mr. Dong reported the matter, he assisted the state security organs in uncovering a lurking foreign spy; Ms. Zhu, a travel blogger, encountered a foreign woman distributing anti-China propaganda materials to her during her travels. She took the initiative to report the matter and fully cooperated with the state security organs in investigating and dealing with the illegal activities of a certain foreign organization in accordance with the law.
According to reports, local state security organs have given spiritual and material rewards to the winners in accordance with the Anti-Espionage Law and the relevant provisions of the Measures for Rewarding Citizens for Reporting Acts Endangering National Security.
Return to TopRecently, in Liming Lake Park, Antai Street, Gulou District, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province, the Gulou District Bureau of Natural Resources and Planning, the Fujian Bird Watching Society, and other organizations jointly launched a publicity campaign for bird-loving, bird-protecting, and ecological security. Volunteers organically integrated natural experiences with knowledge of ecological security and wildlife protection, guiding everyone to jointly protect biodiversity and build a harmonious and beautiful home. The picture shows volunteers explaining bird pictures to young people.
Photo by Xie Guiming (谢贵明) (People's Vision)
Return to TopThis newspaper's Hong Kong (香港) April 15th dispatch (Reporter Feng Xuezhi (冯学知)) On the morning of April 15th, the Committee for Safeguarding National Security of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (香港特别行政区维护国家安全委员会) held the opening ceremony of the 2026 National Security Education Day at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (香港会议展览中心). Over 2,300 people from all sectors of Hong Kong (香港) society attended the event.
Xia Baolong (夏宝龙), Director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office of the Central Committee (中央港澳工作办公室主任) and Director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office of the State Council (国务院港澳事务办公室主任), delivered a video address at the opening ceremony, stating that it is necessary to thoroughly study and implement the spirit of President Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech, coordinate development and security, safeguard Hong Kong's (香港) transition from stability to prosperity with high-level security, and create a new situation for the "One Country, Two Systems" cause during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period. Safeguarding Hong Kong's (香港) transition from stability to prosperity with high-level security requires a deep understanding of the internal logic of Hong Kong's (香港) transition from chaos to stability and then to prosperity, and cherishing the hard-won good situation; it requires a clear understanding that security is not a **一劳永逸的** (yī láo yǒng yì de - "one effort, permanent ease," one good turn that settles everything), and maintaining constant vigilance against various risks and hidden dangers affecting Hong Kong's (香港) prosperity and stability; it requires seizing the strategic opportunities under the once-in-a-century changes, actively connecting with the country's "15th Five-Year Plan," and accelerating the promotion of Hong Kong's (香港) high-quality development; it requires the joint efforts and protection of the entire society, and gathering the mighty force to build a better Hong Kong (香港). Hong Kong's (香港) journey from chaos to stability and then to prosperity profoundly shows us that there is development only with security, and without security, nothing can be discussed. Only by guarding the bottom line of security can we win development and win the future. Hong Kong (香港) is a "safe harbor," and a "safe harbor" is a "development harbor." Security has become an advantage for Hong Kong's (香港) development. With the strong backing of the great motherland, the united struggle of all Hong Kong (香港) citizens, and the escort of high-level security, Hong Kong's (香港) high-quality development will surely be thriving and **蒸蒸日上** (zhēng zhēng rì shàng - "rising day by day," improving and becoming more prosperous day by day), and the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" will surely become more stable and better.
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Chief Executive John Lee (李家超) said in his speech that in the face of the accelerated evolution of the world's once-in-a-century changes, we must understand and grasp the overall national security concept, adhere to bottom-line thinking and extreme thinking, firmly shoulder the constitutional responsibility of safeguarding national security, continue to consolidate the national security barrier, unswervingly build high-level security, and safeguard the steady and long-term practice of "One Country, Two Systems."
The heads of central institutions stationed in Hong Kong (香港) attended the opening ceremony.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporter Yang Hao (杨昊)): This reporter learned from the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League that the Youth Marxist Training Program Achievement Exchange Conference and the opening ceremony of the 2026 National Class were recently held at the Central Communist Youth League School. This year, the "Youth Marxist Training Program" National Class has opened 8 regular classes and 4 special classes.
The meeting emphasized that the "15th Five-Year Plan" outline establishes a special section on "supporting youth development," which puts forward the requirements of the times for the younger generation to 挺膺担当 (tǐng yīng dān dāng - "step forward and take responsibility," to bravely shoulder responsibilities). "Youth Marxist Training Program" students should take the lead in the youthful dissemination of the Party's innovative theories and guide the vast number of young people to listen to the Party and follow the Party. It is necessary to bravely take responsibility in the construction of Chinese-style modernization, closely focus on the major strategies and major tasks of the Party and the state, and base oneself on one's own position and take action. It is necessary to be good at serving youth development and acting as a bridge and link, both truthfully telling the Party the temperature of youth and fully conveying the Party's warmth to youth. It is necessary to set an example in tempering a strong work style and image, and to promote the spiritual temperament of young Marxists.
It is reported that this year, representatives of new and old students of the "Youth Marxist Training Program" jointly launched the "Youth Marxist Training Program · Youth Question Youth Answer" initiative, jointly promoting the Party's innovative theories to enter the minds and souls of young people.
Return to TopMacau, April 15th (People's Daily reporter Fu Zimei (富子梅)) The National Security Education Series Activities for All People, jointly organized by the Macau Special Administrative Region (澳门特区) Government and the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in Macau (澳门中联办), opened on the 15th at the Complex for Commerce and Trade Cooperation Service Platform between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries.
The opening ceremony was officiated by Ho Hau Wah (何厚铧), Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Chui Sai On (岑浩辉), Chief Executive of the Macau Special Administrative Region, Zheng Xincong (郑新聪), Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in Macau, Bian Lixin (卞立新), Commissioner of the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Macau, and Chen Wensheng (陈文胜), Commander of the People's Liberation Army Macau Garrison, among others.
In his speech, Chui Sai On (岑浩辉) stated that safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests is the highest principle of the "One Country, Two Systems" policy and the solid cornerstone of the economic and social development of the Macau Special Administrative Region, concerning the fundamental interests of the Macau Special Administrative Region and the vital interests of Macau compatriots. The SAR government will integrate the practical requirements of safeguarding national security into all fields and the entire process of the SAR's development plan, accurately practice the overall national security concept, continuously improve the legal system and enforcement mechanism for safeguarding national security, strengthen security guarantee capabilities and modernization construction in various fields, build a solid barrier for Macau to safeguard national security with practical actions, and escort the steady and long-term development of the "One Country, Two Systems" cause with high-level security.
Zheng Xincong (郑新聪) said that safeguarding national security is an ongoing process, not a completed one. We must view Macau's coordinated development and security with a grand historical perspective, plan Macau's coordinated development and security with a great sense of responsibility, and promote Macau's coordinated development and security with a grand strategic pattern. It is hoped that the SAR government will unite and lead all sectors of society, thoroughly implement the overall national security concept, actively fulfill the constitutional responsibility of safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests, solidly promote the modernization of the national security system and capabilities, and work together to build a higher-level safe Macau.
It is reported that the series of activities includes the National Security Education Exhibition for All People and public welfare film exhibition activities with national security themes. Among them, the National Security Education Exhibition for All People focuses on displaying, through concise text, more than 360 documentary pictures, films, and multimedia interactive installations, that under the leadership of the Central Government, the Macau Special Administrative Region has always accurately grasped the correct direction of "One Country, Two Systems," unswervingly coordinated development and security, and continuously improved the legal system and enforcement mechanism for safeguarding national security, contributing Macau's strength to a good start and a good step for the "Fifteenth Five-Year Plan." The exhibition will be open to the public free of charge and will last until May 15.
After the opening ceremony, the award ceremony for the "Artificial Intelligence Safeguarding National Security" essay and short video competition was held. The two competitions attracted more than 32,000 students to actively participate.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Beijing, April 15th. The 8th issue of "Qiushi" magazine, to be published on April 16th, will feature an important article by 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, titled "Promoting National Reading and Building a Book-Loving Society." This is an excerpt of important discourses by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) from March 2013 to March 2025.
The article points out that reading is an important way for mankind to acquire knowledge, develop intelligence, and cultivate morality. It can inspire people's thoughts, establish lofty ideals, and cultivate a sense of righteousness. Studying history can reveal successes and failures, learn from gains and losses, and understand rise and fall; studying poetry can make emotions soar, ambitions high, and people intelligent; studying ethics can know integrity, understand honor and disgrace, and distinguish right from wrong. We must advocate reading more books, build a book-loving society, and continuously improve the people's ideological realm and enhance the people's spiritual strength, so that the spiritual world of the Chinese nation can be more profound.
The article points out that Communists should regard reading Marxist classics and understanding Marxist principles as a way of life and a spiritual pursuit, using classics to cultivate integrity, refine thoughts, sublimate the realm, and guide practice. Cadres should study in combination with work needs, learning what they do and supplementing what they lack. It is necessary to study Marxist theory, especially the Party's innovative theories in the new era, study the history of the Party, the history of New China, the history of reform and opening up, and the history of socialist development, study basic knowledge in various aspects such as economics, politics, law, culture, society, management, ecology, and international affairs, and study new knowledge and new skills related to doing one's job well, and continuously improve the knowledge system necessary for performing duties. The vast number of young people should seize the opportunity to study, cherish time as gold, be diligent and tireless, and put in the effort of being single-minded and peaceful, while also highlighting the main points, selecting the essence, and striving to be both broad and specialized, and the broader the more specialized.
The article points out that it is necessary to promote the spirit of "squeezing" and "drilling," read more books, read good books, and draw wisdom and nutrition from books. We must not feel good about ourselves and disdain learning, we must not excuse ourselves for being too busy with work and relax learning, and we must not study for the sake of appearances and cope with learning. We must calm down, value perseverance, and focus on learning and understanding, and we must not be impetuous, 浅尝辄止 (qiǎn cháng zhé zhǐ - "taste and stop," to skim the surface; to not go deeply into something) or not seek thorough understanding. Even if you squeeze out half an hour a day, even if you read a few pages of a book, as long as you persevere, you will surely accumulate little by little, 积沙成塔 (jī shā chéng tǎ - "accumulate sand to form a tower," many small things add up to something significant), and 积跬步以至千里 (jī kuǐ bù yǐ zhì qiān lǐ - "accumulate half-steps to reach a thousand miles," great achievements come from accumulating small steps). Digital reading should be combined with traditional reading to safeguard our core and literacy.
The article points out that it is necessary to build a learning society and a learning power for lifelong learning for all, promote learning for everyone, learning everywhere, and learning at all times, and promote the all-round development of people. It is hoped that the vast number of Party members and cadres will take the lead in reading and studying, cultivating themselves and strengthening their will, and increasing their talents; it is hoped that children will develop reading habits, read happily, and grow up healthily; it is hoped that the whole society will participate in reading, forming a strong atmosphere of loving reading, reading good books, and being good at reading.
Return to TopGeneral Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "Implementation is the fundamental requirement of the Party's political line, ideological line, and mass line, and it is also an important symbol for measuring the Party spirit and performance of leading cadres." There is no room for sloppiness in implementation, and we must work with real effort. In this issue of "Everyone Talks," we have selected three submissions to explore how to better implement.
——Editor
Cannot "Emphasize Speed Over Quality"
Dong Jianing (董佳宁)
In the opening year of the "15th Five-Year Plan," there is a strong atmosphere of striving forward day and night in various regions. At the same time, we must also be wary of the situation of "emphasizing speed over quality."
Without a certain speed of development, it is difficult to achieve the established goals; if the quality is not well controlled, even if the speed increases, development will be difficult to sustain. A certain city in the central region, in order to develop a hot spring scenic spot, blindly introduced a "characteristic town" project under the banner of ecological development without demonstration, resulting in a large area of unfinished projects, causing land idleness and waste of funds. This shows that only by unifying speed and quality can development be sustainable and without exaggeration, avoiding leaving "sequelae."
One-sided pursuit of speed is essentially a deviation in the view of performance. Some cadres, in order to pursue creating a "visual impact" in the short term and get high scores in assessments, are eager for quick success and instant benefits, greedy for greatness and quickness, 萝卜快了不洗泥 (luó bo kuài le bù xǐ ní - "carrots are pulled quickly without washing the mud," focusing on speed over quality, neglecting details). To produce real achievements and truly achieve results, there is no "shortcut to Zhongnan Mountain" to take, and it is impossible to "become a forest overnight." To correct the tendency of "emphasizing speed over quality," we must overcome impetuous mentality, adhere to doing things according to the rules, and curb "performance impulses." At the same time, improve scientific decision-making, accountability and other mechanisms, so that blind and rapid development has no soil for survival, and let the atmosphere of settling down to do practical work become a common practice.
Don't Treat "Cooperation" as "Spectating"
Yang Liu (洋柳)
Various reform and development tasks are heavy, and many tasks require multi-departmental collaboration and joint efforts. Usually, the model of "a certain department taking the lead and multiple departments cooperating" is adopted to promote implementation. In actual work, some cooperating departments have transformed "cooperation" into "spectating," and there is a situation of "the leading department pushes, and the cooperating department moves."
The reason for this lies in the failure to establish and practice a correct view of performance. First, there is a lack of a sense of responsibility. Some cadres mistakenly believe that the responsibility lies entirely with the leading department, and their own department is just "playing a supporting role," and they can "stand by" when encountering problems, so coordination relies on "begging" and implementation relies on "urging." Second, there are too many small calculations. A few cadres only have their own small plot of land in their eyes, thinking that the leading department is shouldering the main responsibility, and the cooperating department is just "beating the drums," and if they do well, it is someone else's achievement, and if they do not do well, they have to bear the responsibility. This not only affects the implementation and effectiveness of specific work, but also hinders the development of the cause.
Reform and development are never the result of solo efforts, but the result of the concerted efforts of all parties. Clarify the boundaries of responsibility, refine the tasks into executable responsibility lists; improve the coordination mechanism, establish regular consultations and real-time scheduling systems to avoid "you push and I wait"; use the "baton" of assessment well, and incorporate the situation of collaborative performance into the assessment... Only by letting the lead have a grip, the cooperation have responsibilities, and the implementation be traceable, can we twist our fingers into a fist, form a joint force, and promote the implementation and effectiveness of various tasks.
Don't "Do Bad Things with Good Intentions"
Li Lin (李林)
Not long ago, during a visit to the grassroots level, I encountered an incident: a community invested funds to build a smart governance platform to promote digital governance, but the residents did not buy it. Community cadres are a little "aggrieved" and also puzzled: Promoting the quality and upgrading of community governance is the general trend, and it is a good thing in itself, why are the masses ultimately dissatisfied?
The key to the problem lies in the fact that what the community does is not completely adapted to what the masses expect. In another street, cadres spent half a year completing the regularization of flying lines in 12 old communities and the transformation of 28 barrier-free ramps, completing the "heart matters" that the masses had been talking about for many years one by one. The comparison between the two shows that the grassroots work matches the expectations of the masses, so that good things can be done to the hearts of the masses.
"Self-feeling" cannot replace understanding the needs of the masses, otherwise it will be counterproductive, leading to "好心办了坏事" (hǎo xīn bàn le huài shì - "good intentions do bad things," well-intentioned actions leading to negative outcomes). What are the current concerns of community residents? Which are the most urgent? How to mobilize everyone's enthusiasm to solve problems together? Taking the needs of the masses as the direction, finding breakthroughs in work from the pain points of the masses, and taking the satisfaction of the masses as the evaluation standard, can we do the grassroots work to the home and in place.
By: 常 晋
Using innovative concepts to lead the whole-cycle transformation and reserving possibilities for future development with a long-term perspective can allow existing assets to incubate incremental genes and steadily reap multiple benefits.
"Look, the bridge!" At the Sky Bridge service area next to the Pingtang Grand Bridge (平塘特大桥) in Guizhou, tourists are vying to hold up their mobile phones to capture the majestic posture of the "world's highest concrete bridge tower." A couple from Shanghai made a special trip by car: "Worth the trip! Originally, we just wanted to see the bridge, but we didn't expect to find creative cultural experiences and folk customs displays." The praises stem from the development approach of "turning natural barriers into thoroughfares and turning thoroughfares into scenery."
Surrounded by layers of peaks and mountains like a sea, 90% of Guizhou's land is mountainous and hilly, with 1.258 million peaks standing tall. "Continuous peaks reach the sky, and birds cannot pass," was Wang Shouren's (王守仁) lament more than 500 years ago about the difficulty of the Guizhou roads. Today, more than 30,000 bridges fly across the sky, and nearly half of the world's top 100 high bridges are located here, achieving the reputation of the "World Bridge Museum."
It would be somewhat narrow-minded to regard the steel giant only as a transportation node. Guizhou has done a great job on the "bridge" theme, and "bridge-scenery symbiosis" has become a world-class calling card. From the change of one bridge, we can get a glimpse of the multiple wisdoms of converting existing assets into incremental value.
To dig for increments from existing assets, we must do "addition" and also do "multiplication."
To do "addition" is to be good at expanding the functional boundaries of a bridge. From "culture +", "scenery +", and "experience +" to make the bridge tourable, appreciable, and playable, to "+ business formats", "+ services", and "+ scenarios" to make the surrounding areas hot, popular, and rich, "addition" is not a fabrication out of nothing, but an enrichment that creates new things from existing ones.
Gather diverse business formats and focus on "adding" internal content. The Baling River Bridge (坝陵河大桥) pioneered internal sightseeing on the bridge body, embedding business formats such as commercial bungee jumping and rapid descent, with revenue of more than 16 million yuan in one and a half years of operation.
Activate regional value and look around to "add" external extensions. Taking the Pingtang Grand Bridge (平塘特大桥) as the core, build a 12,000-square-meter service area integrating RV camps and cliff-side hotels, turning the "stop point" into a "check-in destination." With the reorganization of elements and the grafting of functions, existing resources can radiate multiple splendors.
From a broader perspective, the significance of building bridges and roads lies not only in improving transportation, but also in driving investment, absorbing employment, and promoting innovation, in reducing logistics costs and improving production efficiency. Giving play to the "multiplier effect" of infrastructure construction can drive hundreds of industries with one industry.
To dig for increments from existing assets, we must "achieve things later," but also "plan things earlier."
The most wonderful part is always at the beginning. The later transformation and utilization is an important way to tap into incremental value, but the earlier forward-looking planning can lock in the dividends of long-term development. Take the Huajiang Canyon Bridge (花江峡谷大桥) as an example. In the planning stage, multiple places jointly compiled the overall plan for the bridge-tourism integration tourism area, incorporating the bridge and the surrounding area of more than 50 square kilometers into overall planning; in the design stage, pre-embedded components such as sightseeing elevators and glass viewing corridors were reserved to allow sufficient space for bridge-tourism integration; after completion, a tourism complex with Buyi cultural characteristics was created. With the linkage between the bridge above and below, and the connection before and after construction, the opening of the bridge is not a full stop, but an imaginative colon, and its benefits are constantly emerging with the passage of time.
Deliberate before acting. Using innovative concepts to lead the whole-cycle transformation and reserving possibilities for future development with a long-term perspective can allow existing assets to incubate incremental genes and steadily reap multiple benefits.
To dig for increments from existing assets, we must "see things," but also "see people."
After the Beipanjiang Bridge (北盘江大桥) opened to traffic, it drove the upgrading of rural road networks, and tourists flocked to the villages along the route, and agricultural specialties such as honey peaches and pitaya went to the whole country; since the completion of the Longli River Bridge (龙里河大桥), Yuxia Village (余下村) in Longli County (龙里县) has developed a homestay cluster with the bridge as a medium, launching distinctive rural tourism, and the "passing bridge" has become a "bridge to prosperity."
Only when existing resources are integrated into the regional development texture will they not become sleeping assets, but become a source of living water that changes the landscape of the countryside and reshapes lifestyles; only when they are integrated into the lives and livelihoods of the people can they stimulate endogenous power and generate incremental value in the broad participation of the masses.
Looking at the whole country, the wisdom of discovering increments from existing assets is blooming everywhere. Tianjin (天津) is carrying out the protection of the city wall ruins and the construction of the subway in parallel, and century-old cultural relics are rejuvenated on the modern commute; Jiaozuo (焦作) in Henan (河南) uses the old industrial heritage of Xida Well (西大井) to build a cultural tourism block, turning the "rust belt" into a "show belt"; the Guangdong Olympic Sports Center (广东奥体中心) "takes into account the utilization during and after the Games", and the second floor of the athletics field is transformed into a 24-hour open national sports and fitness platform...
There is potential in existing assets. By breaking the mindset and innovating the development path, digging for benefits and releasing potential from existing assets, high-quality development will surely have more "incremental engines" and continue to expand new space for the Chinese economy.
(The author is an editor of this newspaper's commentary department)
Return to TopBy: 智春丽
From the scenery of "green trees surround the village, and the green mountains slant beyond the outer walls" to the ease of "picking chrysanthemums by the eastern fence, leisurely seeing the Southern Mountain," rural China has never lacked elements of beauty. This spring, thousands of villages are awakening in "beauty."
In Dongshan Village (峒山村), Echeng District (鄂城区), Ezhou (鄂州), Hubei (湖北) Province, people sing the village song "Prosperity is my Dongshan Old Home," sending fresh Wuchang fish (武昌鱼) to Beijing (北京), Shanghai (上海), and Guangzhou (广州), with "same-day order, next-day arrival"; at the entrance of Meirong Village (梅蓉村), Tonglu County (桐庐县), Hangzhou (杭州), Zhejiang (浙江) Province, golden rapeseed flower seas are embedded in the window view of "village cafes," like an art exhibition in the fields. Rural beauty is integrated into modern life, the beauty growing from the land, the beauty flowing in farming and herding, and the beauty surging in cultural consumption, together forming a unique waltz.
How to protect, explore, and enhance the beauty of the countryside?
This year's Central No. 1 Document proposed: "Promote 'literary and artistic empowerment of rural areas' and enrich the supply of rural cultural products and services." "Village-branded" cultural and sports activities frequently go viral, and farmer sisters writing poetry in the fields have become top influencers. "San Nong" (三农) video accounts help new mass art grow vigorously in the fields... Literary and artistic empowerment of rural areas is not only a precise response to the new needs of a better life, but also a vivid annotation of Chinese-style modernization based on "the all-round development of people."
Recording the changes in the countryside and condensing the beauty of the countryside in literary and artistic styles achieves a creative transformation of traditional farming culture, answering the modern proposition of "allowing residents to see mountains, see water, and remember nostalgia." Digital infrastructure connects urban and rural areas, and the construction of a unified national market promotes the accelerated flow of factors. Rural culture is activated as a development resource, and beautiful ecology is transformed into a better life, which meets everyone's expectations for livable, workable, and beautiful villages. As short video blogger Li Ziqi (李子柒) said, "The 'empowerment' of literature and art ultimately 'empowers' people's lives, people's dignity, and the cultural confidence that has been passed down for generations in the vast countryside and is now becoming more and more brilliant."
"Put down your bowls and chopsticks to play the guitar, put down your hoes to pick up paintbrushes," "The front house is firewood, rice, oil, and salt, and the backyard is poetry and the distance." The countryside does not lack beauty, and the villagers also understand beauty. The key to literary and artistic empowerment of rural areas lies in opening up the transformation channel of rural culture to the creative industry. In Yudong Village (余东村), Kecheng District (柯城区), Quzhou (衢州), Zhejiang (浙江) Province, the hometown of farmers' paintings, farmers' paintings have shifted from selling original paintings to copyright authorization, customized packaging, and cultural and creative development, helping to create an artistic rural tourism destination. In Caijiapo Village (蔡家坡村), Huyi District (鄠邑区), Xi'an (西安), Shaanxi (陕西) Province, the "Guanzhong Busy Art Festival" awakens villagers' aesthetic awareness, and family art museums "grow" in the village. Industry is the wing for dreams to take off. Encouraging villagers to go from the stove to the stage, being able to use both farm tools and paintbrushes, beauty that amazes the world will surely grow in the fields.
Literature and art are the horn of the times, the light of the spirit, and an important breakthrough for re-examining and exploring the value of the countryside. It is precisely because it is rooted in the countryside that the literary history has achieved "White Deer Plain" (《白鹿原》), which records the national spiritual history, and the art history has left the shocking oil painting "Father" (《父亲》). Today, breaking the urban-rural dual structure and adhering to integrated urban-rural development, rural China is ushering in a new round of tremendous changes in the mountains and villages, and the economic, ecological, social, and cultural values of the countryside are becoming increasingly prominent. Rediscovering the beauty of the countryside from a literary and artistic perspective, deeply planting the roots of culture in the texture of the village, and the vast countryside is rising with unlimited potential.
In writer Chen Yan's (陈彦) novels, he repeatedly wrote about a fictional rural geographical coordinate "Jiuyan Gully" (九岩沟), where the protagonist returns to his hometown whenever he encounters major life events to seek comfort and entrust his attachment to the roots of culture. As the wind of literature and art blows through the countryside, how many treasure villages, moving legends, and exquisite crafts are waiting to be activated and empowered in the mountains and rivers. In the drumbeat of the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside, may the land we cherish have nostalgia to rest on and a promising future.
Return to TopFrom sports like curling and ice hockey, to emerging trends like pickleball and frisbee, and then to regionally characteristic projects like dragon boat racing and Wing Chun (咏春拳) ... In recent years, in order to meet students' ever-enriching sports interests and personalized development needs, many universities, middle and primary schools have begun to explore combining their own resource endowments to "launch new" physical education courses, so as to better implement the educational concept of health first.
This is precisely:
Varied sports enter the classroom,
Fitness and willpower compete for excellence.
All-round development surges with vigor,
The youth are naturally strong.
By Gao Shilin (高世林)
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China's spring invitation is being sent to the world.
Come to Wuhan (武汉) in Hubei (湖北) to enjoy cherry blossoms, go to Jinan (济南) in Shandong (山东) to see the springs, and visit Wuyuan (婺源) in Jiangxi (江西) to view the rapeseed flowers... Recently, inbound tourism has shown a new trend. Data shows that in March 2026, the number of domestic flight bookings using non-Chinese passports increased by 21% year-on-year. The continued popularity of inbound tourism adds a bright touch to the spring cultural and tourism landscape.
From "Come to China for the Chinese New Year" to "Come to China to chase the spring," the hot spots of inbound consumption have extended from festivals to the scenery of the four seasons, witnessing the inbound tourism market shifting from a phased recovery to a normalized warming.
The surge of enthusiasm cannot be separated from the warm breeze of policies. Since the expansion of the visa-free transit policy, the number of inbound tourists has continued to climb. Inbound tourists' various consumption activities such as "eating, living, traveling, shopping, and entertainment" are called "travel service exports." In 2025, its scale reached 393.98 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 49.5%. The attractiveness of traveling in China is being transformed into tangible economic vitality.
"The world comes to chase the spring in China," chasing not only the beautiful spring scenery but also the efficient and high-quality service experience. For example, subway systems in many cities support "one-tap entry" with foreign bank cards; Hanfu (汉服) and traditional Chinese medicine massage have become popular check-in items.
These seemingly ordinary local experiences contain huge potential. Taking inbound medical tourism as an example, relevant calculations show that every 100 million yuan increase in medical tourism revenue can drive related industries to achieve 230 million yuan in output. Inbound tourism, as a new growth point for service consumption, is opening up broad market opportunities.
This year's "Government Work Report" proposed for the first time to create the "Buy in China" brand and cultivate the "China Service" brand. The recently held National Service Industry Conference made arrangements for "promoting the high-quality, diversified, and convenient development of lifestyle service industries, and cultivating more 'China Service' brands." It is foreseeable that "China Service" will be further improved and upgraded, moving towards better quality and higher levels.
To promote the leap of China tourism from traffic to retention, we must not only deeply cultivate excellent traditional Chinese culture, deeply integrate spring scenery with folk customs and regional characteristics, but also continue to optimize service supply, make up for supporting shortcomings, and rely on policy dividends to continuously cultivate new cultural and tourism consumption scenarios and new formats, so that China's beautiful scenery, good things, and good services will continue to attract the world's attention.
We believe that the story of "chasing spring" will transcend the seasons and become a normal landscape of China connecting the world, allowing the charm of Chinese culture to thrive in the cycle of the four seasons 生生不息 (shēng shēng bù xī - "ceaseless growth," to multiply and flourish continuously).
(Excerpted and compiled from *Dazhong Daily*, originally titled "Why Has 'The World Comes to Chase the Spring in China' Become a New Highlight?")
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Patients with high-level paraplegia due to cervical spinal cord injury, after implanting a brain-computer interface system, can use "thoughts" to control intelligent wheelchairs to stroll in the community and command robot dogs to retrieve takeout... This is a clinical trial result recently announced in China. Currently, China's brain-computer interface technology has reached a new stage of implantation into the human brain, with a dense emergence of breakthrough achievements. Science fiction scenarios are becoming a reality, faster than many people expected.
Brain-computer interface technology establishes an information channel between the human brain and machines, realizing the synergistic interaction of biological intelligence and machine intelligence. Helping paralyzed patients control wheelchairs, helping patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) turn brainwave signals into speech, helping stroke patients rebuild motor function... The application of brain-computer interface technology can improve the quality of life for patients.
Driven by strong clinical demand, technology is developing rapidly: the delay of invasive clinical trial systems has been compressed to within 100 milliseconds, with thoughts and actions almost synchronized; semi-invasive multi-center registered clinical trials have achieved significant results; non-invasive products help patients restore some human body functions. With multiple technology routes advancing in parallel, China has moved from a "follower" to a "parallel runner" and even a partial "leader" in this field.
The cultivation cycle of future industries is long, and market risks are high. Institutional supply needs to be ahead of industrial demand. Currently, various regions are using genuine measures to cultivate fertile ground for the industry. Shanghai Minhang District is building the nation's first brain-computer interface future industry cluster area, "Brain-Intelligence World" (脑智天地), where about 30 brain-computer interface companies have settled, achieving "**上下楼就是上下游**" (shàng xià lóu jiù shì shàng xià yóu - "upstairs and downstairs are upstream and downstream," describing a closely integrated industrial chain). Guangzhou Haizhu District (广州海珠区) in Guangdong (广东) has launched the construction of "Pazhou Brain Valley" (琶洲脑谷), promoting the deep integration of the algorithm industry and brain-computer interfaces. Hubei (湖北) has priced brain-computer interface medical services, clarifying the charging standards for three projects, laying the foundation for future technology to serve patients.
Brain-computer interfaces span multiple disciplines such as neuroscience, materials, chips, artificial intelligence, and clinical medicine. Industrialization bottlenecks are also scattered in multiple links such as approval, pricing, and payment. To solve the problems faced by this type of cross-integration future industry, single-point breakthroughs are far from enough. It is necessary to promulgate and implement good full-chain policies and measures to achieve cross-departmental collaboration.
It should also be noted that China's brain-computer interface technology still faces many challenges. How to reliably, stably, and persistently obtain brainwave signals after implantation, how to choose the implantation target, and how to achieve long-term compatibility between the implant and brain tissue... These problems still plague experts. The key to overcoming these hurdles lies in fully leveraging the advantages of the new national system, adhering to the principle of "industry posing the questions, technology answering the questions" (产业出题、科技答题), and concentrating efforts on tackling key bottlenecks.
Led by the Beijing Brain Science and Brain-Inspired Intelligence Research Institute (北京脑科学与类脑研究所), gathering multi-party forces, systematically laying out the entire chain of innovation in electrodes, chips, algorithms, and clinical applications, and launching two sets of intelligent brain-computer systems, "Beijing Brain No. 1" (北脑一号) and "Beijing Brain No. 2" (北脑二号), both of which have reached world-leading levels. Practice has proven that reshaping the scientific research paradigm with an efficient organizational system and organically combining the government, the market, and society can gather joint forces to improve the competitiveness of future industries.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五规划纲要) proposes to promote quantum technology, bio-manufacturing, hydrogen energy and nuclear fusion energy, brain-computer interfaces, embodied intelligence, and sixth-generation mobile communication to become new economic growth points. Currently, global technological innovation has entered an unprecedentedly dense and active period. Whoever first achieves a "from 0 to 1" breakthrough will be the first to master product discourse power, industrial definition power, and game initiative in global competition.
The number of satellites in the Qianfan Constellation (千帆星座) in orbit exceeds one hundred, and the domestically produced quantum computer operating system "Origin Siyuan" (本源司南) has been officially opened for global download. Humanoid robots have appeared on the Spring Festival Gala (春晚) for two consecutive years... Leading industrial innovation with technological innovation and exploring the development direction of future industries are important content and effective paths for stimulating new quality productive forces. Comprehensively enhancing independent innovation capabilities and continuously catalyzing new quality productive forces, we will surely form new competitive advantages and win strategic initiative.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) profoundly pointed out that "the formation of disruptive technologies is a process of accumulation," requiring "continuous new breakthroughs in the development of China's future industries." The road to the future is unfolding in an unprecedented way. Seeking progress while maintaining stability, cultivating in gradients, and using the certainty of the system to protect the uncertainty of technology will transform more cutting-edge technologies into realistic productive forces that benefit people's livelihoods. The vigorous picture of future industries is worth looking forward to.
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A Brief Biography
Li Chuangye (李创业) was born in 1988 in Shangqiu (商丘), Henan (河南) province. At seven months old, he contracted poliomyelitis, leading to infantile paralysis, which caused paralysis of his lower limbs, forcing him to rely on his hands to support himself and squat to move. At the age of 9, he was abducted and forced to beg in another location. After being rescued at 16, he began attending primary school. In 2013, he was admitted to Shangqiu Medical College (商丘医学高等专科学校). In 2016, he passed the exam to upgrade from junior college to university and was admitted to the clinical medicine program at Henan University Minsheng College (河南大学民生学院), graduating in 2019. In 2024, after obtaining his practicing physician qualification certificate, he began practicing medicine. In January 2026, he opened a clinic in Baishikante Town (白什坎特镇), Shache County (莎车县), Kashgar Prefecture (喀什地区), Xinjiang (新疆), offering free services to people with disabilities and half-price services to patients with financial difficulties.
Squatting on the ground, his left hand lifts his left foot and moves it forward one step, pressing down on the instep, shifting his center of gravity to his left foot, his right hand lifts his right foot and moves it forward another step—compared to most people, Li Chuangye (李创业) (second from the left in the picture, photo by Li Yanan (李亚楠), reporter for this newspaper) has to exert more effort with each step forward. But apart from that, he is not much different from most people.
Li Chuangye (李创业) is a village doctor in Baishikante Town (白什坎特镇), Shache County (莎车县), Kashgar (喀什), Xinjiang (新疆), affectionately known as the "squatting doctor." "Everyone's life requires climbing one mountain after another, it's just that the mountain in front of me is a bit higher," Li Chuangye (李创业) said. "Although it's slower, I'll always climb over it."
"Suffering is not a reason to give up on oneself"
Because he needs to press down on the instep of his foot with his hand to shift his center of gravity when walking, Li Chuangye's (李创业) palms and finger joints have a thick layer of calluses, and there are always several holes worn in the upper of his left shoe. "I got polio when I was less than 1 year old, and my family borrowed money everywhere to seek medical treatment, but it didn't cure it," Li Chuangye (李创业) said. He learned to move his buttocks to walk from a young age, and later, when he could squat, he explored and learned to "squat-walk."
Even more unfortunately, at the age of 9, Li Chuangye (李创业) was deceived and forced to beg. "At that time, I was young and didn't even know what I was doing sitting on the street with my legs tucked behind me every day," Li Chuangye (李创业) said. As he grew older, he realized that his behavior was called "begging for food." At the age of 16, Li Chuangye (李创业) was finally rescued and returned home.
He started from the second grade of primary school, skipped grades along the way, and finished primary school in 3 years. In 2013, Li Chuangye (李创业) was admitted to Shangqiu Medical College (商丘医学高等专科学校). In 2016, he passed the exam to upgrade from junior college to university and entered the clinical medicine program at Henan University Minsheng College (河南大学民生学院).
Although he has experienced many hardships, Li Chuangye (李创业) has always maintained warmth and kindness in his heart. In the eyes of his classmates, Li Chuangye (李创业) is an optimistic and helpful person. When he was studying, even though he was living in poverty, he still saved money to help those who needed it more. During the Wenchuan earthquake (汶川地震) in 2008, the school organized donations. Li Chuangye (李创业) only had 8.5 yuan in his pocket, so he borrowed 50 yuan from his classmates and donated it together.
"I have to accept what fate brings me. Suffering is not a reason to 自暴自弃 (zì bào zì qì - "abandon oneself to despair," to give up on oneself; to abandon oneself to vice) because there are so many people helping me and showing me kindness. I have climbed this high mountain of fate," Li Chuangye (李创业) said. During his studies, the school reduced or waived his tuition fees and applied for various subsidies for him. Teachers and classmates often carried him up and down the stairs. Now, when he goes out, if he stops by the roadside to take pictures or rest, many vehicles will stop specifically beside him to ask if he needs help. "These all constitute the warm foundation of my heart."
Li Chuangye (李创业) worked in cross-border e-commerce during college, worked as a medical editor after graduation, and worked in a clinic. "With money in hand, I am more confident in helping others," Li Chuangye (李创业) said. To date, he has donated money and goods totaling more than 200,000 yuan.
"I can't stand up, but I also want to see the top of the mountain"
When he was studying, after seeing photos of his classmates climbing to the top of the mountain, Li Chuangye (李创业) had a dream of climbing mountains, "I can't stand up, but I also want to see the top of the mountain."
In 2016, the day after the exam to upgrade from junior college to university, Li Chuangye (李创业) went to Mount Tai (泰山). Before leaving, he asked his classmates, most of whom said it would take four or five hours to climb up, and those with good physical strength could finish in 3 hours. "I gave myself a whole day, thinking that it would be enough even if it took me twice as long as others." Li Chuangye (李创业) didn't expect that after climbing for half a day, he asked a tourist coming down the mountain, who said that he had climbed less than 1/10 of the way.
Giving up is not in his nature. His gloves were worn out, his two layers of pants were worn out, his hands and feet were worn out, and his whole body was in excruciating pain... When his legs really couldn't walk, he moved his buttocks, and there were 32 hours in between where he hardly rested or ate anything. "Although the physical pain was constantly intensifying, my mood was very happy, it can be said that I had no distractions." Li Chuangye (李创业) said that in the last section, his physical strength was exhausted, and he had to rest every five or six steps. After five days and four nights, he climbed Mount Tai (泰山), rented two coats, spread one out and covered himself with the other, and fell asleep on the side of the road for a few hours.
Li Chuangye (李创业) remembers that along the way, many tourists cared about him, and there were also people who were so tired that they wanted to give up halfway, but after seeing him, they continued to climb upwards.
On the morning of the sixth day, Li Chuangye (李创业) saw the sunrise on the top of the mountain. "It was the first time in my life that I saw the scenery at the top of the mountain, the first time I saw such a shocking sunrise, and I felt a sense of 'the mountain is high, but people are the peak' (山高人为峰) (shān gāo rén wéi fēng - "the mountain is high, man is the peak," meaning that human will can overcome any obstacle)." Recalling his mood at the time, Li Chuangye (李创业) is still very excited.
That summer, Li Chuangye (李创业) followed his plan and climbed the Five Great Mountains (五岳) and Mount Huangshan (黄山), wearing out a pair of shoes for each mountain, more than a dozen pairs of pants, and countless pairs of gloves.
The following year, he re-climbed Mount Tai (泰山) and Mount Huangshan (黄山), and also went to the Juyongguan Great Wall (居庸关长城) and the Badaling Great Wall (八达岭长城). "At the foot of the mountain, there is doubt and denial in my heart, but at the top of the mountain, there is only the joy of realizing my dream and the determination to never give up. Although it's slower and more tiring, I can eventually reach the top of the mountain," Li Chuangye (李创业) said.
"The more I learn, the more people I might be able to cure, and the fewer people will suffer like me"
Not long ago, Li Chuangye's (李创业) home visits were filmed by a self-media blogger and received a lot of attention from netizens. Li Chuangye (李创业) was very calm about this unexpected "popularity." "I was 'popular' once in 2018. At that time, I registered an account and shared my life. During that time, the number of views was tens of millions at its highest, and hundreds of thousands at its lowest," Li Chuangye (李创业) said. Some companies wanted to package him, let him collect rewards and sell goods, but he refused, "That's not the life I want. My dream is to be a doctor, and I don't want to be kidnapped by traffic and money."
Li Chuangye (李创业) had opened a clinic in Yunnan (云南). After obtaining his practicing physician qualification certificate in 2024, he worked as a doctor in Henan (河南). After hearing from netizens that Xinjiang (新疆) grassroots areas were in particular need of doctors, in 2025, he went to a clinic in Pishan County (皮山县), Hotan (和田).
Whenever he encounters disabled people and patients with difficulties, Li Chuangye (李创业) always wants to reduce or waive their fees. "The clinic is not mine, so I can't make that decision. So at the end of 2025, I came to Shache County (莎车县) to prepare to open my own clinic." The clinic opened in January of this year. Fair prices, free for people with disabilities, half price for patients with difficulties, 24-hour service, home visits available, good treatment effects... Because of its good reputation, more and more patients are coming to him.
When he has free time, Li Chuangye (李创业) likes to go out for a walk, and villagers often warmly invite him to their homes for dinner. Infected by this enthusiasm, Li Chuangye (李创业) hopes to take more time to improve himself. Medical books are dog-eared from being flipped through, "The more I learn, the more people I might be able to cure, and the fewer people will suffer like me," Li Chuangye (李创业) said.
During Li Chuangye's (李创业) studies, a young man became paralyzed after falling from a height and was once extremely desperate. After seeing Li Chuangye's (李创业) video online, he specifically came to the school to find Li Chuangye (李创业). After Li Chuangye's (李创业) persuasion and encouragement, the young man adjusted his mentality and, with Li Chuangye's (李创业) advice and help, supported himself by making handicrafts in Yiwu (义乌), Zhejiang (浙江) with 3 other disabled friends, "The hair clips they make are exported to foreign countries." Speaking of this, Li Chuangye (李创业) showed a gratified smile.
Recently, because of his renewed "popularity," Li Chuangye's (李创业) account, which he hadn't updated for many years, has started to "automatically gain followers" again, and some people have given him rewards, which he has refused. But Li Chuangye (李创业) does not reject others filming his daily life, "If these videos can inspire others, it is also a good thing."
Return to TopBy: 宋 宇
Disabled, abducted, and starting school at the age of 16, fate seemed unkind to Li Chuangye (李创业), but he never bowed his head to fate. Wanting to heal the sick and save people, he studied diligently, obtained professional qualifications, and eventually opened his own clinic. Wanting to climb high and see far, he worked day and night, resolutely climbing upwards, not giving up even when his clothes were worn out and his body ached. Wanting to dedicate his love, he saved money and donated money and goods, and used his own story to encourage more people.
Li Chuangye's (李创业) inspiration is not just due to his nature. The words of a kind person kept him from being ignorant when he was young. The help of teachers and classmates made his school life more convenient and secure. The enthusiastic greetings of his fellow villagers gave him more motivation to study and practice medicine. It is the warmth conveyed by the people around him that gives Li Chuangye (李创业) the background of optimism and kindness.
These repeated acts of kindness in both directions have set the 铿锵基调 (kēng qiāng jī diào - "sonorous tone," a metaphor for a strong and determined foundation) for Li Chuangye's (李创业) symphony of fate, and also reflect the development and progress of China's cause for people with disabilities. In recent years, China's social security and care service system for people with disabilities has been continuously improved. Caring for and helping people with disabilities has become a conscious action for more and more people. People with disabilities have more heart-warming support in employment, education, medical care and other fields, and can better share the fruits of civilized development.
With thousands of mountains to cross, the highest peak is the human being. Li Chuangye's (李创业) story once again tells us that as long as we are accompanied by ideals, walk with the times, and realize our dreams through struggle, anyone can live a wonderful life.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 杨颜菲
Highlights of Expertise:
Hu Youxue (胡佑学) is a flaw detector at the Jiujiang Bridge Section of the China Railway Nanchang Bureau Group Co., Ltd. (中国铁路南昌局集团有限公司). Over his 28-year career, he has discovered more than 1,200 various types of rail damage, created the "Atlas of Rail Weld Damage," participated in the writing of the "Operating Instructions for Rail Flaw Detection," and led his team in completing more than 20 technical innovations and inventions, such as flaw detectors, solving many technical problems in rail flaw detection operations.
At 2 a.m., on the Bianyuzhou Yangtze River Bridge (鳊鱼洲长江大桥) of the Beijing-Hong Kong High-Speed Railway (京港高铁), the river wind was mixed with rain, and the rails gleamed coldly... Hu Youxue pushed the ultrasonic flaw detector, moving step by step, the probe sliding over the rail surface, capturing every "heartbeat" of the rail. On the screen, as soon as an abnormality appeared in the waveform, he immediately stopped, analyzed and compared, and carefully checked. During the "track maintenance window," he and his colleagues gave the 4-kilometer-long bridge deck rails a "full-body B-scan."
Hu Youxue (胡佑学), 51, is a senior technician in the flaw detection workshop of the Jiujiang Bridge Section of the China Railway Nanchang Bureau Group Co., Ltd. (中国铁路南昌局集团有限公司). Over 28 years, he has measured every inch of rail with his footsteps, investigated and eliminated hidden dangers with his sweat, walked more than 50,000 kilometers on the rail lines, and discovered more than 1,200 various types of rail damage.
What is flaw detection? "Affected by thermal expansion and contraction and train loads, rails, like the human body, can also 'get sick'," said Hu Youxue (胡佑学). Flaw detection is a periodic and systematic "physical examination" of the rails to "ferret out" hidden internal defects such as pores and cracks. Usually, these damages are measured in millimeters, invisible to the naked eye and untouchable by hand, requiring the use of instruments for comprehensive scanning.
Shuttling between the rails, Hu Youxue (胡佑学) has developed the skill of "**看波辨伤、精准判损**" (kàn bō biàn shāng, jīng zhǔn pàn sǔn - "interpreting waves to identify damage, accurately judging damage," to accurately identify potential rail damage from waveform patterns). From the tens of thousands of waveform frames that move quickly and flash by, he can quickly distinguish between normal fluctuations and pathological signals, and accurately judge the potential damage inside the rail. "The instrument can only display waveforms, and judgment still depends on people," he said. The normal waveform at the rail welding point is extremely similar to the damage waveform, making it difficult for novices to identify.
In a flaw detection operation at the Jiujiang Yangtze River Bridge (九江长江大桥) on the Beijing-Kowloon (京九) Down line, a colleague found a suspicious echo under the jaw of the weld toe, initially determined to be a weld slag echo under the weld bead, and planned to mark it for release. However, based on years of experience, Hu Youxue (胡佑学) believed that this did not look like a non-defect echo signal and immediately stopped the operation, organizing colleagues to carefully review the waveform. "This waveform is very similar to the normal weld slag echo under the weld bead, with low recognition, and is extremely easy to cause misjudgment," said Hu Youxue (胡佑学). After on-site multi-faceted review, it was finally confirmed that there was a 5×6 mm exposed slag inclusion defect under the jaw of the rail head, and the relevant hidden danger was quickly eliminated.
"Rail damage missed inspections and misjudgments are like doctors' missed diagnoses and misdiagnoses, and the consequences are unimaginable," said Hu Youxue (胡佑学). As a flaw detector, one must not only have superb skills but also be meticulous in order to achieve zero errors and zero mistakes and complete each task well.
Good technology comes from diligent study and hard practice. In 1998, Hu Youxue (胡佑学) graduated and entered the Jiujiang Bridge Section (九江桥工段), becoming a flaw detector. "When I first joined the industry, I saw my master lightly tap the rails with a hammer and discover hidden dangers through the echo, which was simply amazing!" Hu Youxue (胡佑学) realized at the time that rail flaw detection was not simple and was a major subject.
"**绝活是练出来的，没有捷径可走**" (jué huó shì liàn chū lái de, méi yǒu jié jìng kě zǒu - "expertise comes from practice, there is no shortcut," mastery comes from dedicated practice). Hu Youxue (胡佑学) kept his master's teachings in mind. In order to develop expertise, he followed his master to practice at work and studied books after work, deeply engraving the characteristics of various damage waveforms in his mind. Whenever he had time, he would drill into the practice field, repeating each technical step hundreds or thousands of times; sitting next to the simulation equipment, analyzing waveforms frame by frame, practicing probe positioning, and adjusting technical parameters until he had every process and every indicator memorized.
In the blink of an eye, 4 years passed, and continuous efforts ushered in fruition: he not only became the leader of the flaw detection workshop but also won the second place in the all-around flaw detection category and the first place in the aluminothermic welding team in the Jiangxi Province (江西省) Railway Industry Vocational Skills Competition, gradually growing from a "business novice" to a "technical expert."
Hu Youxue (胡佑学) has a stubborn streak in his work and loves to delve into problems. Hu Youxue (胡佑学) often says: "Rail flaw detection requires guarding every line of defense, eliminating every hidden danger, and ensuring the safety of the line." In response to the complex traditional flaw detection operation process, he successfully developed a new type of flaw detector, which increased the operation efficiency by 10 times while greatly reducing the labor intensity of flaw detectors. He led the team to develop a heating device for the rail flaw detector, successfully solving the problem of coupling water freezing in low-temperature environments in winter, ensuring the continuity and detection accuracy of flaw detection operations; and combined the original series and penetration scanning frames for weld flaw detection operations into one, improving the efficiency of weld flaw detection. Over the years, Hu Youxue (胡佑学) has led the team to carry out more than 20 technical breakthroughs, saving the unit hundreds of thousands of yuan in total.
In order to help more young flaw detectors grow, Hu Youxue (胡佑学) also conducts professional lectures in his spare time. He dissects the difficult rail damage he has found on-site over the years and draws the "Atlas of Rail Weld Damage," which has become a good helper for many flaw detection practitioners; the "Operating Instructions for Rail Flaw Detection" he participated in writing has become a standardized textbook.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on April 15th (Reporter Dong Siyu (董丝雨)) - This reporter learned on the 15th from the National Forestry and Grassland Administration (国家林草局): At the 224th session of the Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (联合国教科文组织) held in Paris (巴黎), France (法国), Changshan (常山) in Zhejiang (浙江) and Mount Siguniang (四姑娘山) in Sichuan (四川) in China (中国) successfully passed the meeting's review and officially became world geological parks. So far, the number of world geological parks in China (中国) has increased to 51, distributed in 24 provinces (provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities) and the Hong Kong (香港) Special Administrative Region (特别行政区).
Changshan (常山) World Geopark (世界地质公园) is located in Changshan County (常山县), Quzhou City (衢州市), Zhejiang Province (浙江省), with an area of 1043.10 square kilometers. The park preserves continuous strata from the Neoproterozoic to the Cenozoic, and is one of the regions with the most continuous stratigraphic sequence in the nearly 1 billion-year geological evolution history of eastern Asia (亚洲东部), with a large number of graptolite, trilobite and other paleontological fossils.
Mount Siguniang (四姑娘山) World Geopark (世界地质公园) is located in Xiaojin County (小金县), Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture (阿坝藏族羌族自治州), Sichuan Province (四川省), situated in the transition zone between the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (青藏高原) and the Sichuan Basin (四川盆地), with an area of 2764.01 square kilometers. The park is characterized by the "Xikang-style" folds of the Songpan-Ganzi orogenic belt (松潘—甘孜造山带), the "Xikang Group" turbidite flysch formation (“西康群”浊积岩复理石建造), the extremely high mountain peaks on the eastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (青藏高原东缘极高山群峰), and the unique glacial landforms. It records the geological evolution process of the region from the ancient Tethys Ocean (古特提斯洋) to the uplift of the eastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (青藏高原东缘隆起), and has important scientific value and global comparative significance.
Return to TopThis newspaper Beijing (北京) April 15th dispatch (Reporter Liu Shiyao (刘诗瑶)) At 12:03 on April 14th, China used the Lijian-1 Y12 carrier rocket at the Dongfeng Commercial Aerospace Innovation and Experiment Zone to successfully launch 8 satellites, including the Jixing Gaofen 07A02 satellite, into space. The satellites successfully entered their predetermined orbits, and the launch mission was a complete success.
This mission was the twelfth flight of the Lijian-1 carrier rocket.
Return to TopThis newspaper reports from Harbin (哈尔滨) on April 15th (Reporter: Fang Yuan (方圆)) Recently, the Heilongjiang Province (黑龙江省) Department of Ecology and Environment issued the "Heilongjiang Province (黑龙江省) Ecological Environment System 2026 'Ecological Assistance to Enterprises' Service Action Plan," using the "Ecological Assistance to Enterprises" service action to help build a first-class business environment and continuously transform ecological advantages into new development momentum and advantages.
The action plan is divided into four aspects with 15 specific measures: "Front-end Leadership" to accelerate the layout of green industries, "Digital Empowerment" to improve the quality and efficiency of enterprise assistance services, "Customized Services" to connect with innovative development needs, and "Rule of Law Guarantee" to support green economic development.
According to the action plan deployment, the Heilongjiang Province (黑龙江省) Department of Ecology and Environment has launched the ecological environment-led investment promotion map function, intervening in major projects in advance, providing a one-stop service of "site selection optimization + environmental assessment policy research and judgment + environmental access" for projects, and scientifically guiding the development and construction of various major projects.
It is understood that Heilongjiang (黑龙江) continues to carry out the "multi-certificate integration" joint processing, implements the "one thing" of environmental protection permits for fixed pollution sources, promotes the joint processing of approval matters such as the setting of sewage outlets into rivers, environmental assessment, and sewage permits, and achieves "one-time acceptance, simultaneous evaluation, simultaneous approval, and simultaneous completion," shortening the comprehensive approval time limit.
Return to TopBeijing, April 15th (Reported by Wang Hao (王浩)) This reporter learned from China Three Gorges Corporation (中国长江三峡集团有限公司): In the first quarter of this year, the world's largest clean energy corridor operated well, building a solid barrier to ensure the safety of water supply, navigation, energy, and ecology of the Yangtze River.
The world's largest clean energy corridor consists of six large hydropower stations on the Yangtze River: Wudongde (乌东德), Baihetan (白鹤滩), Xiluodu (溪洛渡), Xiangjiaba (向家坝), Three Gorges (三峡), and Gezhouba (葛洲坝), with a total installed capacity of 71,695,000 kilowatts. China Three Gorges Corporation (三峡集团) scientifically coordinates the maintenance plans of cascade power stations, dynamically optimizes the operation mode of the power stations, and improves the peak power generation capacity of the units. In the first quarter, the world's largest clean energy corridor generated more than 61.8 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity, an increase of 7.19% year-on-year; combined with water inflow conditions, power load demand, and downstream water demand, dynamic optimization scheduling was carried out. As of the end of the first quarter, the cascade reservoirs had cumulatively replenished more than 20.3 billion cubic meters of water to the downstream during this round of dry season, which not only ensured the production and domestic water use of urban and rural residents along the river, but also improved the downstream navigation water depth conditions, helping to improve the transportation efficiency of the "golden waterway."
China Three Gorges Corporation (三峡集团) closely monitors changes in power grid load demand and conducts ecological regulation experiments in a timely manner. Wudongde (乌东德) and Baihetan (白鹤滩) hydropower stations have carried out a total of 3 ecological regulation experiments for sticky and demersal spawning fish, creating favorable hydraulic conditions for the natural reproduction of Yangtze River fish by adjusting the outflow and water temperature.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 王 洲 李凯旋 白光迪
Recently, in Yuetan Subdistrict (月坛街道), Xicheng District (西城区), Beijing (北京市), the newly renovated Building 28 in Sanlihe First Area (三里河一区) has successively welcomed back its old residents.
With increased area, optimized layout, and the resolution of long-standing water supply and drainage problems... Liu Guilan (刘桂兰), a 74-year-old resident, beamed with joy in her spacious and bright new home: "It took less than 6 months from moving out to getting the keys. After living here for 40 years, I never thought I could live in a new house on the same site!"
This is thanks to the application of new prefabricated building technology. Factory prefabrication and on-site assembly, the innovative construction model of prefabricated buildings, breaks through the limitations of traditional construction, balancing speed and quality, greenness and practicality.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" outline proposes: Promote the large-scale development of ultra-low energy consumption and prefabricated buildings. From the renewal and transformation of old buildings in cities to the rise of new farmhouses in rural areas, and the efficient completion of industrial plants, various regions, based on their actual conditions, actively explore and deeply integrate prefabricated construction technology into people's livelihood and housing and industrial production, steadily "installing" happiness and beauty into new homes.
Intelligent production, modular assembly, fast construction speed
Building 28 in Sanlihe First Area (三里河一区) was built in 1978. Due to its age and lack of maintenance, the structure was aging and the exterior walls were cracking. In 2023, it was included in Beijing's (北京市) comprehensive renovation project for old residential areas. The project started in September last year and completed all module hoisting in just 46 days, capping the main structure.
How was this achieved? Prefabricated modular construction technology accelerated and improved the project.
"The project adopts intelligent construction—MiC technology, using digital twin technology to scientifically disassemble the entire building into 156 standardized module units," said Pei Jiangfei (裴江飞), the relevant person in charge of China Construction Hailong (中建海龙), the construction unit. The intelligent factory located in Langfang (廊坊), Hebei (河北) completes more than 90% of the processes such as structural pouring, insulation treatment, pipeline pre-embedding, and interior decoration. After millimeter-level precision testing and strict performance testing, it is transported to the construction site for high-precision hoisting and splicing.
The construction period is shortened by about 75%, and the environmental protection level is also improved—on-site construction waste is reduced by 75%, material loss is reduced by 25%, carbon emissions are reduced by 30%, and construction dust and noise pollution are significantly reduced. During the manufacturing process, each module is given a unique "digital identity code," and the entire process records production data. Upon delivery, it is converted into a "one house, one code" digital file, clearly marking the precise location of pipelines and equipment inside the wall, providing digital support for later operation and maintenance, and making residents live more at ease.
Some families need age-appropriate facilities, some families want more spacious space, and some families are concerned about the suitability of the apartment type and cost burden... During the construction process, relevant staff went deep into residents' homes to conduct detailed surveys of each household's structure, economic situation, and living needs. "‘One household, one policy, one plan’ precise service, tailor-made 6 different apartment types, which not only realizes the reasonable continuation of the original housing area, but also optimizes the spatial layout," introduced Li Yan (李燕), deputy director of the Urban Management Office of Yuetan Subdistrict (月坛街道). The Xicheng District (西城区) Housing and Construction Committee innovated the process and optimized services to promote the project to achieve "start construction upon land acquisition," providing a replicable "approval template" for the original demolition and reconstruction of decentralized property rights buildings.
Green and safe, customized on demand, good living experience
In Yuhuang Community (玉皇社区), Fucheng District (涪城区), Mianyang (绵阳), Sichuan (四川), rows of resettlement farmhouses with white walls and gray tiles are scattered in an orderly manner. Different from ordinary farmhouses, the two-story detached small building in front of us has a prefabricated light steel structure. The beige and gray exterior is simple and generous. Pushing the door open, the high vaulted ceiling living room and circular chandelier come into view, and the interior space is very transparent.
Wang Weiying (王维英), a 70-year-old villager, has moved into his new home for 5 years. The house has a construction area of about 180 square meters and cost about 300,000 yuan to build. "The price is about the same as traditional brick-concrete houses with contracted labor and materials, but there are more advantages," Wang Weiying (王维英) said.
What's different about prefabricated farmhouses? What is it like to live in?
"In the past, building a house required bricklaying. Now it's like ‘building blocks.’ The main structure of the house is completed in forty days or so, which is half the construction cycle of traditional brick-concrete self-built houses in the village," Wang Weiying (王维英) recalled. "It's also comfortable to live in! After living here for a few years, the house is not humid or moldy during the rainy season. Compared with the old brick and tile houses, it is warmer in winter and cooler in summer." The neighbors also chimed in: "The sound insulation is also good. You can't hear people talking or chickens crowing outside." An old man walked to the wall and knocked twice, "Listen, how strong and solid it is!"
In the centralized resettlement site of Yuhuang Community (玉皇社区), there are already 29 households like Wang Weiying's (王维英) family that use light steel structures. Long Changjun (龙昌俊), secretary of the Yuhuang Community (玉皇社区) Party Committee, said that light steel houses are light in weight and resilient, and their seismic resistance is also more reliable. In April last year, the contiguous farmhouses in Yuhuang Community (玉皇社区) were selected as a typical case of contiguous construction of Bashu Beautiful Courtyards in Sichuan Province (四川省), and the villagers are very proud of their good houses.
However, at first, it was not easy for the villagers to accept prefabricated farmhouses. Some people were worried about the quality, and some were concerned about the living experience.
"The most important thing is to let everyone know and have the final say." Long Changjun (龙昌俊) recalled that at the beginning of the resettlement work, the town invited several construction companies to design 3 types of floor plans, and finally the villagers decided on the construction floor plan. Variable spaces such as high ceilings in the living room can be customized on demand, and there is plenty of space to choose from, which moved many villagers.
Tan Xiaorong's (谭晓蓉) new home, a cadre of Yuhuang Community (玉皇社区), is also a light steel house. The state promotes prefabricated farmhouses, and the housing and construction department invited many experts to provide on-site guidance. The village also organized everyone to visit the prefabricated factory. "When I talked to the factory, I found that the boss also lived in the same model, and the material standards were exactly the same." Tan Xiaorong (谭晓蓉) decided on the spot: "My family will choose this one!"
In recent years, Mianyang (绵阳) has taken the construction of "good houses" as the lead, incorporating prefabricated farmhouses into the prefabricated building development system; combined with the regional characteristics of northwest Sichuan (川西北), it has formulated design guidelines and general atlases, providing multiple sets of standardized floor plans for villagers to choose independently; piloted the implementation of factory prefabrication and on-site assembly to shorten the construction period of prefabricated farmhouses and improve seismic performance; and accelerated the establishment of a three-level supervision and post-maintenance mechanism at the town, village, and community levels. As of now, Mianyang (绵阳) has built more than 1,500 prefabricated farmhouses.
Demand is increasing, the industry is constantly improving, and the development potential is great
In addition to urban and rural residences, what else can be built with prefabricated buildings?
The tower crane slowly rises and falls, the silver-gray steel columns are precisely connected in the air, and the workers standing on the high-altitude platform skillfully tighten the bolts. Without large-scale concrete pouring scenes, and rarely seen piles of sand and gravel materials, a modern industrial plant is rapidly taking shape in a "assembled" manner.
Not long ago, in the Shuyang Economic and Technological Development Zone (沭阳经济技术开发区) located in Suqian (宿迁), Jiangsu (江苏), the prefabricated plant project of Jiangsu Changkun Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. (江苏常坤智能科技有限公司) was completed and put into use. The main structure to the enclosure system of this plant with a construction area of approximately 20,000 square meters are prefabricated in the factory and then transported to the site for assembly.
"In the past, the main construction of similar-scale plants often took more than 8 months and was easily affected by the weather." Wang Jian (王健), the project construction manager, introduced that after adopting prefabricated construction, it took only about 4 months from the start of construction to completion. The on-site construction, which used to be dominated by templates, steel bars, and concrete, has been replaced by standardized component production, the construction rhythm has been significantly accelerated, and the cost of dust and noise pollution control has also been reduced simultaneously. Steel structure materials can be recycled, and the enclosure structure uses lightweight insulation materials, which perform better in terms of heat insulation, sound insulation, and fire prevention.
For enterprises, prefabricated construction also brings tangible economic benefits. The construction cycle is shortened, and enterprises can start production earlier. "Shortly after the completion of the plant, the company completed the installation and commissioning of the automated production line, achieving production upon commissioning and rapidly seizing market space," Wang Jian (王健) said.
At the same time, the production quality of standardized components is more stable, the structural accuracy can be controlled at the millimeter level, reducing problems such as cracking and leakage, and the service life of the plant is longer; the spatial layout is flexible and can be adjusted according to production needs, reducing the company's subsequent transformation and operating costs... These have become important reasons for many industrial projects to choose prefabricated construction. Data shows that the newly started prefabricated building area in Suqian (宿迁) increased from 834,300 square meters in 2020 to 1,504,200 square meters in 2024; the design production capacity of prefabricated concrete components and the supply capacity of steel structure design production capacity continue to increase.
Prefabricated buildings are one of the important ways to realize the industrialization, intelligence, and greening of buildings. With the rapid development of prefabricated buildings, industry insiders said that there are still problems such as insufficient reserves of relevant skilled talents and the need to improve industry standards. To this end, many places have introduced relevant supporting measures. Policies, technology, and the market work together to build a good industrial ecology, promote industry transformation and upgrading, and build "good houses" that people are satisfied with.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 金 歆 冯学知
From April 13th to 14th, the 2026 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit was held in Hong Kong (香港).
The summit, themed "Digital Intelligence Empowers Innovation and Development – Working Together to Build a Community with a Shared Future in Cyberspace," was hosted by the World Internet Conference and organized by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (香港特别行政区) Government, with the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the Hong Kong SAR Government as the co-organizer. Approximately one thousand guests attended, including ministerial-level officials from government departments in over 50 countries and regions around the world, high-level representatives from international organizations, ambassadors to China, representatives from leading Internet companies, and experts and scholars.
At the summit, participating guests stated that they should follow the general trend of in-depth advancement of digitalization, networking, and intelligentization, gather consensus from all parties, and pool the strength of all sectors to make greater contributions to jointly creating a better digital future for the Asia-Pacific region with new achievements and new results in cooperation in the field of digital intelligence.
Stimulating vitality with innovation and shaping new drivers of growth in the Asia-Pacific region.
Faced with the trend of rapid global artificial intelligence development, focusing on leveraging the driving and leading role of artificial intelligence, and promoting people from different regions to ride the fast train of artificial intelligence development together, is the consensus of guests from all walks of life at the summit.
At the opening ceremony of the summit, Zhuang Rongwen (庄荣文), Director of the Cyberspace Administration of China (中国国家互联网信息办公室) and Chairman of the World Internet Conference, stated that the new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation is accelerating breakthroughs. President Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized at the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting that it is necessary to strengthen digital intelligence empowerment and shape new advantages for innovative development in the Asia-Pacific region. "Adhere to innovation-driven development, smooth the flow of innovation factors, strengthen innovation cooperation in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, and build a collaborative innovation system integrating industry, academia, research, and application," said Zhuang Rongwen.
On the afternoon of the 13th, the main forum and Outstanding Contributor Awards Ceremony were held. Francis Gurry, Vice-Chairman of the World Internet Conference, said that the establishment of the Outstanding Contributor Awards Ceremony is to pay tribute to individuals and companies that promote the development of digital intelligence technology, who not only demonstrate outstanding technical capabilities but also reflect a deep concern for the social transformation of technology.
The empowerment of industrial development by artificial intelligence is a common concern in society.
"The emergence of intelligent agents is epoch-making, reshaping complex industrial and business processes." At the Intelligent Agent Innovation and Application Forum, Pei Jinlin, Vice President of SAP (思爱普), introduced relevant practices: fine-tuning the model in the semantics of industrial scenarios enables artificial intelligence to run in the end-to-end processes of enterprises, thereby empowering thousands of industries.
"Artificial intelligence has become one of the key priority industries for Hong Kong's development." At the government-enterprise exchange meeting, a special event of the summit, Zhang Manli (张曼莉), Deputy Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the Hong Kong SAR Government, stated that relying on the international business environment and the advantages of free data flow, Hong Kong is gradually developing into an artificial intelligence hub connecting global technological innovation trends. To further promote artificial intelligence research and development and application in Hong Kong, the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget of the SAR Government proposed the establishment of the Hong Kong AI Research and Development Institute (AIRDI) to promote upstream research and development of artificial intelligence, transformation of midstream and downstream achievements, and expansion of application scenarios.
Safeguarding development with security and jointly responding to new technological challenges.
At the summit, many guests stated that development and security should be coordinated, advantages should be promoted and disadvantages should be eliminated, technology should be promoted for good, network security protection, data security protection, and artificial intelligence security governance should be strengthened, and the people of the world should share the fruits of technological development.
Security is an important issue to be solved in the development of artificial intelligence.
"From algorithmic bias to cybersecurity, to the misinformation and flaws that AI brings, these impacts could be amplified as AI becomes more pervasive." At the opening ceremony of the summit, Paul Chan Mo-po (陈茂波), Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR Government, said that artificial intelligence should ultimately be controlled by humans, and final decisions should be made by humans.
Mohammed Alsuwayed, Vice Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources of Saudi Arabia, said that when introducing artificial intelligence agents into public services, businesses, and industrial value chains, it is necessary to ensure their transparency, clear accountability, privacy protection, and security guarantees. Artificial intelligence should enhance human capabilities rather than create chaos and undermine trust. In this process, people are always at the heart of change.
"The risks of intelligent agents are hidden, systematic, and uncertain." At the Intelligent Agent Innovation and Application Forum, Li Honglei (李洪雷), Joint Party Secretary and Researcher of the Institute of International Law, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (中国社会科学院法学研究所国际法研究所), stated that the focus of the rule of law must be moved forward to construct a closed loop of the entire cycle of pre-prevention, process control, and post-relief.
The impact of artificial intelligence on employment deserves attention. Gong Ke (龚克), Advisor to the Artificial Intelligence Professional Committee of the World Internet Conference and Executive Dean of the China Institute for Next Generation Artificial Intelligence Development Strategies, noted that the "Opinions on Deeply Implementing the 'Artificial Intelligence+' Action" issued by the State Council last year specifically mentioned "'Artificial Intelligence+' People's Livelihood and Well-being." At the Smart People's Livelihood Forum, Gong Ke stated that it is necessary to actively leverage the role of artificial intelligence in creating new jobs and empowering traditional jobs, vigorously support the development of artificial intelligence skills training, stimulate artificial intelligence innovation, entrepreneurship, and re-employment vitality, guide new resources to tilt towards directions with great employment potential, and reduce the impact on employment.
Deepening communication and exchanges and building a new pattern of open cooperation.
At the summit, participating guests stated that it is of great significance to continuously deepen cyberspace exchanges and cooperation and improve the level of interconnection of digital infrastructure.
Ren Xianliang (任贤良), Secretary-General of the World Internet Conference, stated that the Asia-Pacific region is one of the most dynamic and potential regions for the development of the global digital economy. The rapidly developing digital infrastructure and diverse and vibrant market environment provide a broad stage and fertile ground for the innovative breakthroughs and application of intelligent agent technology. As a high-end exchange and cooperation platform in the global digital field, the World Internet Conference will always uphold the concept of consultation, joint construction, and sharing, and continuously promote global Internet technology innovation and pragmatic cooperation.
"The ethical risks and technological uncertainties brought about by artificial intelligence require the international community to form a consensus on governance guidelines." Wu Dong (吴东), Chief Engineer of the Cyberspace Administration of China (中国国家互联网信息办公室), stated that it is necessary to promote cross-border and cross-field exchanges, mutual communication, and mutual collaboration, guide innovation entities to balance technical performance and social responsibility, ensure algorithmic fairness and data transparency, use the certainty of the system to cope with the uncertainty of technological development, and jointly solve the challenges brought by artificial intelligence to employment, social equity, and data security, so that technological development always stays on the track of enhancing human well-being.
Promoting exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations is another important role of Internet development. Wei Chong (魏崇), Deputy Director of the National Library of China (中国国家图书馆), stated that the National Library of China continuously promotes international cooperation, showcases the beauty of classics, tells the stories of classics, and promotes exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations through projects such as the "Silk Road Digital Library" and digital cooperation in the preservation of the Yongle Encyclopedia (永樂大典) at home and abroad.
Return to TopThis morning, Beijing (北京), April 15th (Reporters Qiu Chaoyi (邱超奕) and Jia Fengfeng (贾丰丰)) The HH-200 aerial commercial unmanned transportation system, independently developed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (中国航空工业集团), successfully completed its maiden flight at the Weinan (渭南) Operations Base of the Civil Aircraft Flight Test Center of Aviation Industry (航空工业民机试飞中心) in Pucheng (蒲城), Shaanxi (陕西), marking a new advancement in China's large-scale commercial unmanned transportation equipment field. During the flight, all system equipment functioned normally, the flight state was stable, the response to ground commands was accurate and rapid, and the air-ground coordination was smooth.
The HH-200 adopts a square straight-through fuselage, twin-engine high-wing, and twin-tail support design layout, with a standard cargo hold volume of 12 cubic meters, which can be expanded to 18 cubic meters, a maximum commercial load of 1.5 tons, and a maximum range of 2,360 kilometers.
Meng Fantao (孟凡涛), the technical head of the "Xin Zhou Honghu (新舟鸿鹄)" HH series aerial commercial unmanned transportation system, introduced that the HH-200 uses a large number of composite material structures, achieving a weight reduction of 20%. The HH-200 is designed according to civil aviation standards, the aircraft flies intelligently and autonomously throughout the entire process, and the full life cycle operating cost is 4.7 yuan/ton-kilometer, which is 1/3 of that of manned aircraft of the same level.
The HH-200 has outstanding environmental adaptability and can take off and land on short runways of 500 meters and plateau airports above 4,200 meters above sea level, adapting to extreme temperatures and complex weather conditions, and can effectively cover mountainous areas, islands, snow-covered areas, plateaus, and other regions. According to needs, the system can be quickly expanded into multi-mission configurations such as emergency rescue, forest fire prevention, artificial weather modification, aerial remote sensing, and agricultural and forestry plant protection.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporter Ding Yiting (丁怡婷) and Dou Hanyang (窦瀚洋)) The 15th China International Garden Expo opened in Wenzhou (温州), Zhejiang (浙江) on April 15th.
The Garden Expo is the highest-level and most influential international garden event in the field of landscaping in China. Since its establishment in 1997, it has evolved from an initial focus on flower and horticultural displays to integrating ecological restoration, urban renewal, and cultural heritage. It aims to create garden cities that are ecologically beautiful, culturally rich, and benefit the people, becoming an important measure to accelerate the comprehensive green transformation and build modern people's cities.
The theme of this Garden Expo is "Poetic Landscape, Shared Green Life." Revolving around the five major transformation directions of "People's Garden Expo, International Garden Expo, Pioneer Garden Expo, Cultural Garden Expo, and City-wide Garden Expo," it focuses on combining urban renewal, using abandoned mine pits for ecological restoration, relying on water conservancy regulation projects to enhance urban resilience, retaining the natural mountains and waters, and putting in meticulous efforts, allowing the garden landscape to deeply integrate into the urban fabric, allowing garden art to serve people's lives, and promoting the improvement of urban functions, environmental beautification, and quality enhancement.
This Garden Expo innovatively constructs a city-wide Garden Expo model of "1 main venue, 13 sub-venues, and 49 expo points," and is committed to creating a "one core, multiple points, city-garden symbiosis" model. The exhibition adheres to the principles of pre-operation, integrated exhibition and operation, and sustainable utilization. All related buildings will not be demolished after the exhibition. The North Garden will be transformed into a comprehensive urban cultural and leisure park, the South Garden will be built into an ecological research and study botanical garden, and supporting business formats will continue to operate, allowing the green benefits of the Garden Expo to benefit citizens for a long time.
The Garden Expo will last for 100 days and will focus on the four major themes of "ecological empowerment, cultural renewal, industrial upgrading, and international dialogue," creating a series of new scenarios of "Garden Expo + Culture and Tourism," "Garden Expo + Youth," "Garden Expo + Life," and "Garden Expo + Technology."
Return to TopBeijing, April 15th (Reported by Li Xinping (李心萍)) The reporter learned from the China Construction Machinery Association (中国工程机械工业协会): In the first quarter, major excavator manufacturers sold a total of 73,336 excavators, an increase of 19.5% year-on-year. Among them, domestic sales were 39,579 units, an increase of 8.25% year-on-year; exports were 33,757 units, an increase of 36.1% year-on-year.
In terms of loaders, in the first quarter, major loader manufacturers sold a total of 38,325 loaders of various types, an increase of 25.4% year-on-year. Among them, domestic sales were 18,677 units, an increase of 14% year-on-year; exports were 19,648 units, an increase of 38.5% year-on-year.
Excavators and loaders are the two product categories with the largest production and sales volume in the construction machinery industry. Comprehensively, affected by the recovery of domestic and foreign demand, the prosperity index of the construction machinery industry has continued to increase. Behind the high growth of exports is the significant effect of the globalization strategy of construction machinery enterprises.
Return to TopWhen the morning light sweeps across Canglong Ridge (苍龙岭) atop Mount Hua (华山), the precipitous cliffs are plated with golden light; when the Yellow River (黄河) swirls and surges eastward at the ancient ferry crossing of Tongguan (潼关), the millennial historical heritage intertwines and collides with the magnificent power of nature; when the reeds of Qiaochuan (洽川) Wetland sway gracefully in the spring breeze, the ancient artistic conception from the Book of Songs (《诗经》) vividly appears before your eyes... This is Weinan (渭南), Shaanxi Province (陕西省), a city that has engraved "unusual danger" and "grandeur" into the texture of its mountains and rivers, and integrated "ancient sages" and "red spirit" into its cultural bloodline.
With the spring breeze blowing and all things flourishing, the "15th Five-Year Plan" proposes to "vigorously develop the cultural tourism industry and empower economic and social development with culture." Weinan, this land with profound heritage, is promoting the deep integration of culture and tourism with a high degree of cultural awareness and systematic industrial thinking, extending a warm invitation to the world that spans all four seasons.
From "Picturesque Scenery" to the Rich Heritage of "Treasures Throughout the City"
Mount Hua (华山) is a cultural tourism calling card of Weinan. As the Western Mountain (西岳) renowned at home and abroad for its "险" (xiǎn - "险," danger/precariousness), Mount Hua is not only a natural wonder but also a cultural treasure trove. The chivalrous spirit of "Hua Mountain Sword Competition" (华山论剑) and the mythological legend of Chenxiang splitting the mountain to save his mother enrich the city's charm. The cliff carvings along the mountain trails are diverse in content, and the millennial cultural heritage flows on the stone walls.
Weinan is also the hometown of Sima Qian (司马迁), where the "史家绝唱" (shǐ jiā jué chàng - "historian's swan song," unparalleled masterpiece of historical writing) originated. The embrace of the Yellow River (黄河) mother not only created the magnificence of Tongguan (潼关) and the gentleness of Qiaochuan (洽川) but also nurtured the moving chapter of "Guan Ju" (关雎) in the Book of Songs (《诗经》). The city boasts 87 national A-level tourist attractions, 61 national key cultural relics protection units, and 17 national intangible cultural heritage projects, ranking among the top in Shaanxi Province (陕西省) in terms of the number of important cultural resources. From the living heritage of the "Ming and Qing Ancient Building Complex" (明清古建筑群) in Hancheng Ancient City (韩城古城) and the residential treasures of "耕读传家" (gēng dú chuán jiā - "farming and studying as family tradition," a family tradition of both farming and studying) in Dangjia Village (党家村), to the red beacon ignited by the Weihua Uprising (渭华起义) and the glorious years carried by the Patriotic Education Base in Fuping County (富平县), diverse, continuous, and profound culture is fully presented here.
How to string together the scattered "cultural pearls" into a dazzling "industrial necklace," promote tourists to shift from "passing through sightseeing" to "stopping for experience," from "shallow viewing" to "deep immersion," and achieve the leap from a "resource-rich city" to a "strong cultural tourism city" is an important topic for Weinan to promote the high-quality development of cultural tourism.
From "Planning and Design" to a New Layout of "Overall Coordination"
Striving forward in the "15th Five-Year Plan," Weinan will further promote the integrated development of culture and tourism, develop all-for-one tourism, and build the cultural tourism industry into a pillar industry. In December 2025, the Weinan Municipal Party Committee (渭南市委) and the Municipal Government (市政府) established the "Weinan Cultural Tourism Industry Development Working Group" (渭南市文旅产业发展工作专班) at a high level, with the main leaders serving as the team leaders, covering nearly 50 municipal departments, municipal state-owned enterprises, and the main leaders of all counties (cities, districts), building a new working mechanism of "planning and design, overall coordination, main implementation, and coordinated efforts."
From "Planning and Design" to "Overall Coordination," Weinan has abandoned the old working model of "各自为战" (gè zì wéi zhàn - "each fighting on their own," acting independently without coordination) and is focusing on drawing a "one-game" map. The "Weinan '15th Five-Year Plan' for High-Quality Development of Cultural Tourism" (《渭南市“十五五”文化旅游高质量发展规划》) was compiled, and the "Weinan Three-Year Action Plan for High-Quality Development of Cultural Tourism" (《渭南市文化旅游高质量发展三年倍增行动方案》) and the "List of Key Cultural Tourism Tasks for the City" (《全市文旅重点工作任务清单》) were issued, finely decomposing the annual work goals into 288 specific tasks and assigning them to each department and each county (city, district).
Weinan has established the core IP of "Yellow River Mount Hua, Home in Weinan" (黄河华山·家在渭南), launched the annual brand of "Mountains and Rivers Four Seasons, Go to Weinan Together" (山河四季·共赴渭南), and designed a "1+4+12+N" activity system, that is, one theme runs through the year, closely focusing on the four main lines of "spring outing, summer competition, autumn harvest, and winter health preservation," and 12 counties (cities, districts) take turns hosting the main events on a monthly basis. Each month has a theme county (city, district), and each month has a landmark event, making each county (city, district) the protagonist under the spotlight.
Liuyuan Village (柳园村) in Xiagui Town (下邽镇), Linwei District (临渭区), Huaiyuanli Historical and Cultural Block (槐院里历史文化街区) in Fengxian Street (奉先街道), Pucheng County (蒲城县), and Dangjia Village (党家村) in Xizhuang Town (西庄镇), Hancheng City (韩城市) were selected as demonstration sites for the 2026 National "Four Seasons Village Evening"; the "Mount Hua Rose Blooms for Five Thousand Years" (华山玫瑰 绽放五千年) series of courses at the Weinan Museum (渭南市博物馆) won the "14th Five-Year Plan" Shaanxi Province Museum Top Ten Education Cases.
From "Activity-Driven Traffic" to a Sincere Invitation of "Service to Retain Guests"
Currently, Weinan is refining and implementing the tasks and goals of high-quality cultural tourism integration development through intensive activities, considerate policies, and warm services, so that citizens and tourists can travel comfortably, have fun, and travel safely.
Weinan adheres to policy innovation to release market potential and builds a three-dimensional benefit-the-people and benefit-the-enterprise policy system. Before the Spring Festival this year, the city launched "Five Major Discounts" and "Eight Major Convenience Measures," with tickets to state-owned A-level tourist attractions as low as 50% off, and Huayin City (华阴市) achieved "three free" services for buses, taxis, and scenic spot special lines, reducing tourists' travel costs with "real money." Targeting specific groups, Shaohua Mountain Scenic Area (少华山景区) launched personalized policies such as "free tickets for tourists born in the Year of the Horse throughout the year" and "free admission on birthdays," and linked up with Xi'an Silk Road Happy World (西安丝路欢乐世界) for joint marketing, forming a market resonance. This series of precise policies not only lowered the consumption threshold but also effectively boosted overnight and in-depth tourism consumption. During the Spring Festival this year, the city received 7.7488 million tourists, an increase of 23.88% year-on-year; total tourism expenditure was 3.466 billion yuan, an increase of 27.06% year-on-year, and the policy multiplier effect was significantly released.
Weinan is focusing on breaking the dependence on the "ticket economy" and creating new immersive consumption scenarios through models such as "intangible cultural heritage + blocks" and "performing arts + experience." During the Spring Festival this year, the Zhonghua County Cultural Tourism Scenic Area (中华郡文化旅游景区) in Fuping County (富平县) staged nearly 100 featured activities every day, from morning to night, from streets to alleys. On February 19 (the third day of the first lunar month), the number of tourists received ranked first among the 55 key monitored tourist attractions in Shaanxi Province (陕西省); Weinan Old Street (渭南老街) introduced the "Iron Flower + Laser Projection + Wia Flying" performance, turning intangible cultural heritage skills into a night tour hotspot, with a single-day peak of 85,000 visitors; Dali County (大荔县) Silk Road Shayuan Prison Tongzhou Bangzi Cultural Park (丝路沙苑监同州梆子文化园), as the first dual-heritage living experience park in the country centered on Tang Dynasty horse administration culture and national intangible cultural heritage Tongzhou Bangzi (同州梆子), reproduces the Silk Road legend through holographic projection, allowing tourists to transform from "audience" to "protagonist." The "I Want to Go to the Provincial Games" 2026 Weinan City "Thousand Villages and Hundreds of Towns Beautiful Countryside" County Basketball League (我要上省运”2026渭南市“千村百镇 美丽乡村”县域篮球联赛) ignited a wave of national participation by linking up with mass cultural and sports activities such as the "People's Stage" (百姓大舞台) and "Village Evening" (村晚). Under the guidance of policies, counties (cities, districts) are blooming: Tongguan Peach Blossom Festival (潼关桃花节), Dali Apricot Blossom Week (大荔杏花周) and other all-area flower events are gradually unfolding, and product supply such as the Hancheng Sima Qian Ancestral Hall Real-Life Drama (韩城司马迁祠实景剧) is rich and diverse. This model of "activity-driven traffic, policy retention" has extended the average stay of tourists by 1.5 days, and the proportion of secondary consumption has increased to more than 65%.
Weinan creates a business card for investment promotion with first-class service. During holidays, the municipal holiday command headquarters has multiple departments working together, and the 12345 hotline is on duty 24 hours a day, realizing "1-hour response and 24-hour resolution" for tourism-related demands. The satisfaction rate of the 125 demands accepted during the Spring Festival reached 100%. The city has established 129 volunteer service posts, and more than 1,500 volunteers have served more than 120,000 people. This service concept of "treating every tourist as a relative" has resulted in a double increase in the revisit rate and recommendation rate of tourists.
From the dangerous and strange peaks of Mount Hua (华山) to the mighty waves of the Yellow River (黄河), from the profound accumulation of millennial cultural heritage to the distinct imprint of red culture, from ancient intangible cultural heritage skills to fresh modern creativity, Weinan is transforming its profound historical context and magnificent natural landscape into high-quality products that are approachable, experiential, and consumable.
Mountains and rivers are renewed, and cultural heritage leads to the future. Weinan sincerely invites tourists to appreciate the beautiful scenery, feel the historical culture, and deeply dialogue with a better life.
Data source: Publicity Department of the Weinan Municipal Party Committee (中共渭南市委宣传部)
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General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) attaches great importance to expectation management and has made many important expositions on guiding social expectations and boosting development confidence. At the Central Economic Work Conference in 2014, he called for "more attention to guiding social expectations." During the 38th collective study of the 18th CPC Central Committee Political Bureau, he pointed out that "it is necessary to reasonably guide social expectations, try to control and reduce pain, properly handle corporate debts, do a good job in resettlement, do a good job in social security, and maintain social harmony and stability." At the Spring Festival group visit in 2024, he emphasized "effectively enhancing economic vitality, preventing and resolving risks, improving social expectations, consolidating and enhancing the momentum of economic recovery, continuously improving people's well-being, and maintaining overall social harmony and stability," and so on. The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposes: "Improve the expectation management mechanism and incorporate expectation management into the entire process of macroeconomic governance." A deep understanding of the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speeches and the decision-making arrangements of the Party Central Committee reveals that jumping out of the limitations of demand or supply management and delving into the level of expectation management, improving the expectation management mechanism from the perspective of combining demand, supply, and expectation management, and promoting the continuous improvement of economic operation and expectations have become the "highlight" of enhancing the effectiveness of macroeconomic governance and improving the macroeconomic governance system in the current and future periods.
Expectation Management is an Important Part of Macroeconomic Governance
Expectation management is an important category of macroeconomic governance. The operation of a market economy, especially a modern market economy, has significant "expectation-driven" characteristics. What we often say about the market determining resource allocation is concentrated in real life as market prices determined by market supply and demand guiding resource allocation. Whether on the supply side or the demand side, economic decisions made around market prices cannot be separated from expectations. The so-called "**买涨不买跌**" (mǎi zhǎng bù mǎi diē - "buy when prices rise, not when they fall," a trading strategy of buying when prices are rising) and "**看涨买跌**" (kàn zhǎng mǎi diē - "expect prices to rise and buy when they fall," a trading strategy of buying when prices are expected to rise) mostly express trading or investment strategies based on expectations. In this regard, it is better to say that economic decisions are made based on judgments of market price trends, that is, expectations, than to say that economic decisions are made based on market price signals. As an important factor that deeply affects economic activity, expectations not only directly affect corporate investment and business decisions and residents' consumption behavior, but also directly affect the effectiveness of government macroeconomic governance. In this sense, the market economy is also an expectation economy.
The economic development trajectories of various countries show that as the total economic volume continues to expand, the structure continues to diversify, the integration with the outside world deepens, and the complexity of governance increases, the impact of expectations on macroeconomic operation and the position and role of expectation management in macroeconomic governance become increasingly significant and important. Both theoretical research and practical exploration around expectation management have unfolded and developed with the deepening impact of expectation management and the rising importance of expectation management. For example, research in interdisciplinary fields such as behavioral economics has confirmed and refined that people's complex emotional experiences have an important impact on economic behavior, laying a micro foundation for the implementation of expectation management. For example, in the face of sudden shocks such as the global financial crisis and the international pandemic of COVID-19, policy tools mainly focused on managing expectations have shifted from vague and not very clear communication to increasingly emphasizing transparency and credibility. These are all observable regular phenomena, indicating the increasingly important role and position of expectation management in economic development.
China's macroeconomic operation pattern is undergoing such a change. In the past, the problems and challenges faced in China's macroeconomic operation could mostly be attributed to economic fluctuations caused by imbalances in total social supply and demand. Against the background of increasing downward economic pressure, it is concentrated in insufficient effective demand. Although the problems and challenges faced in the current macroeconomic operation are also manifested as insufficient effective demand, following the clues, through the phenomenon of insufficient effective demand and imbalance in total social supply and demand, it can be found that behind the "prominent contradiction between strong domestic supply and weak demand" there are factors of weak expectations and insufficient social confidence. The intertwining and superposition of problems such as weak domestic demand and weak expectations is not only a prominent challenge facing China's economic and social development, but also a completely new challenge.
In today's highly developed information age, expectation changes have characteristics such as fast transmission speed, wide scope, and large impact. In particular, negative expectations tend to accelerate and amplify, and may even trigger psychological panic. Therefore, guiding fundamental expectation changes has become an important aspect of macroeconomic governance, and determines that the focus of China's macroeconomic governance shifts to expectation management, and then increasingly presents the significant characteristics of coordinated efforts and synchronized resonance of demand management, supply management, and expectation management. Expectation management has become interdependent and mutually conditional with other important components of macroeconomic governance such as demand management and supply management, forming an inseparable unity.
Coordinating the Balance of Supply and Demand Contradictions and Expectation Management
Adhering to problem orientation is a basic principle for promoting macroeconomic governance. Only by grasping the prominent contradictions in macroeconomic operation on the basis of scientific analysis and calm judgment, and accurately identifying the key problems that macroeconomic regulation needs to solve, can we effectively enhance the effectiveness of macroeconomic governance.
Currently, weak expectations and insufficient social confidence are one of the significant contradictions in China's macroeconomic operation, and also one of the important problems that macroeconomic regulation needs to solve. The Central Economic Work Conference in 2021 made an important judgment that "China's economic development faces the triple pressure of demand contraction, supply shock, and weakening expectations." In fact, the "triple pressure" is not only a problem and a challenge, but also an angle for observing and analyzing problems and challenges. In many cases, the problem of imbalance in total social supply and demand hides behind it the problem of expectations and the problem of confidence. This means that expectation factors must be included in the macroeconomic analysis perspective, and on the basis of the previous focus on the analysis of supply factors and demand factors, expectation factor analysis should be added to form a "supply and demand analysis + expectation analysis" macroeconomic analysis framework. Through "expanding the analysis perspective," the ability to capture and portray the dynamic development of expectations is systematically improved. Specifically, the problems and challenges focused on by simple supply and demand analysis are often relatively simple, and the problems and challenges focused on after adding expectation analysis are much more complex: there are both "old" problems such as insufficient demand or structural imbalance, and "new" challenges such as weak expectations and insufficient social confidence. Macroeconomic analysis must focus on both levels at the same time.
In the face of the complex phenomenon of intertwining and superposition of problems such as weak current domestic demand and weak expectations, it is necessary to coordinate the problems of imbalance in total social supply and demand and expectation management, adhere to analyzing and monitoring "old" problems and "new" challenges together, and focus on "new" challenges to make efforts; not only pay attention to the impact of supply and demand on economic operation, but also pay attention to the mechanism of action of expectations and confidence on economic operation; not only analyze the internal logic between objective supply and demand conditions and economic operation, but also analyze the internal connection between subjective factors such as expectations and economic operation; not only establish and improve a multi-dimensional and full-caliber expectation monitoring system, but also, on this basis, achieve comprehensive coverage of various business entities, various resident groups, and various employment groups, as well as comprehensive coverage of various indicators including economic growth expectations, employment and income expectations, price and inflation expectations, investment and consumption expectations, and financial market expectations. In other words, the analysis process lacking expectation factors is incomplete for macroeconomic analysis, and the analysis conclusions that ignore expectation factors are unreliable.
Simultaneously Setting Supply and Demand Balance Goals and Expectation Guidance Goals
Prescribing the right medicine is the key to doing a good job in macroeconomic governance. Macroeconomic regulation is like a doctor using medicine to treat diseases. Only by carefully distinguishing the "lesions," "sources of disease," and their internal logical relationship, setting the goals pursued by macroeconomic regulation, and prescribing a prescription can we effectively enhance the effectiveness of macroeconomic governance.
Adding expectation factors to macroeconomic analysis, while facilitating the accurate capture and detailed portrayal of expectation dynamics, a more basic, deeper, and more important significance lies in achieving expectation guidance: stabilizing expectations and boosting social confidence. The same regulatory measure, if expectation guidance is done well, expectations are stable, and social confidence is boosted, may produce a "magnifying effect" of the regulatory measure; otherwise, it may cause the effectiveness of the regulatory measure to be discounted. Therefore, expectation guidance must be included in the allocation of macroeconomic regulation goals. On the basis of the basic goal of achieving supply and demand balance in the past, adding expectation guidance goals to form a "supply and demand balance + expectation guidance" macroeconomic regulation goal allocation, systematically improves the ability of expectation management and guidance. Specifically, the regulatory goals aimed at supply and demand balance are often relatively simple, while adding expectation guidance makes them much more complex: there are both goals such as expanding demand or optimizing the structure, and goals such as stabilizing market expectations and boosting social confidence. Macroeconomic regulation must focus on both of these aspects at the same time.
In the face of the contradictory phenomenon of intertwining and superposition of problems such as weak current domestic demand and weak expectations, supply and demand adjustment goals and expectation guidance goals must be set simultaneously. Not only analyze what countermeasures and measures are related to demand and supply, but also analyze what measures and countermeasures are related to expectations and confidence; not only analyze what countermeasures and measures are helpful to expand demand and optimize the structure, but also analyze what measures and countermeasures are helpful to stabilize expectations and boost social confidence. If only focusing on supply and demand adjustment and omitting expectation guidance, or vice versa, it will not only be difficult to remove the "lesions" and cure the "sources of disease," but may also cause side effects due to the wrong medicine, and even leave "sequelae." In other words, improving the expectation management mechanism must be premised on expectation guidance entering the macroeconomic regulation goal allocation and ensuring that expectation guidance is not omitted. The macroeconomic regulation goal allocation lacking expectation guidance is incomplete, and the combination of macroeconomic regulation measures that omit expectation guidance is also difficult to escape the suspicion of being the wrong medicine.
Coordinating Policy Support and Reform and Innovation
Reform and policy are the twin engines for doing a good job in macroeconomic governance. Whether the implementation of macroeconomic regulation relies on policy support or reform and innovation, or relies on both policy support and reform and innovation at the same time, depends on what kind of problems are solved and what kind of goals are achieved. Only by accurately identifying the problems that must be solved, clearly defining the goals to be achieved, and appropriately selecting the carrier that the implementation of macroeconomic regulation operations must rely on, can we effectively enhance the effectiveness of macroeconomic governance.
As expectation factors are included in the macroeconomic analysis perspective and expectation guidance is included in the macroeconomic regulation goals, the operating methods of implementing macroeconomic regulation will inevitably change. The problems and challenges in economic development, such as insufficient domestic demand and debt risks, are not just aggregate problems of the macroeconomy, but also have deeper structural and institutional contradictions behind them, which can only be eliminated through deepening reform to remove institutional and mechanism barriers. Weak expectations and insufficient social confidence reflect more of the deep-seated structural and institutional contradictions, which cannot be solved by policy support alone, and must rely on reform to exert force. Even in terms of policy support itself, not only do the bottlenecks and blockages in its implementation need to be broken through through reform, but also the transformation of its short-term effects into long-term momentum needs reform to consolidate. Therefore, reform and innovation must be included in the macroeconomic regulation operating system, and on the basis of relatively emphasizing policy support in the past, reform and innovation should be added to form a "policy support + reform and innovation" macroeconomic regulation operating system to enhance the ability to stabilize and improve expectations. Specifically, the macroeconomic regulation operating system aimed at policy support is often relatively simple, while the operating system aimed at both policy support and reform and innovation is much more complex. In addition to the usual fiscal, monetary, and other policy tools and means, various reform measures belonging to the reform series and listed in the task list for further comprehensively deepening reform are all within the scope of coverage. Therefore, the macroeconomic regulation operating system should include policy and reform series of tools and means, so that policy support and reform and innovation can work together and resonate at the same frequency.
In response to the contradictory phenomenon of intertwining and superposition of problems such as weak current domestic demand and weak expectations, we must adhere to both policy support and reform and innovation. Not only effectively solve short-term problems and contradictions through policy support, but also solve long-term problems and contradictions based on reform and innovation. Not only use policy support with counter-cyclical adjustment or cross-cyclical adjustment characteristics to deal with cyclical problems and contradictions, but also rely on reform and innovation to deal with structural and institutional problems and contradictions. If only focusing on policy support and ignoring reform and innovation, or vice versa, it is inevitable that the overall effectiveness of macroeconomic regulation will be discounted due to the lack of coordinated cooperation between policy and reform, and it is even more likely that macroeconomic regulation will "fail" due to the hope of relying on a single means to solve all problems. In other words, improving the expectation management mechanism must be premised on reform and innovation being included in the macroeconomic regulation operating system to ensure that reform and innovation are not ignored. The macroeconomic regulation operating system lacking reform and innovation is incomplete, and the effectiveness of macroeconomic governance that ignores reform and innovation is certainly to be discounted.
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Considering it a lifelong shame to avoid responsibility as an official. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) profoundly pointed out: "Responsibility and action are integrated. Inaction is a lack of responsibility, and having action requires responsibility." He also seriously criticized some leading cadres for "being unmotivated, being officials without taking action, holding the mentality of 'ringing the bell as a monk for a day,' preferring to do nothing as long as nothing goes wrong, and being content with being a stable 'peaceful official'." These "peaceful officials" engage in good-old-boyism when encountering problems, acting as "yes-men," turning a blind eye to problems, and condoning unhealthy tendencies. They appear to have no obvious violations of discipline, but in reality, they undermine morale, scatter people's hearts, and delay the cause. Over time, this will inevitably erode the enterprising spirit of doing business and damage the overall development situation. To establish and practice a correct view of performance, we must take real action and treat the problem systematically, focusing on correcting the erroneous view of performance of being a "peaceful official," clearly establishing a direction that values practical work, responsibility, and actual results, and continuously creating a clear political ecology of daring to act, being good at acting, and striving to achieve.
The so-called "stable and steady" is by no means a stable and far-reaching approach to promoting work, but a kind of passive avoidance of responsibility and political speculation. These "peaceful officials" are deeply misled by the "dishwashing effect," placing the "absolute safety" of their personal careers above the actual results and effectiveness of the development of the cause, playing "Tai Chi" in the face of contradictions, and playing "pass the buck" in the face of responsibilities, in order to exchange for the "absolute stability" of personal interests. They are willing to be "repeaters" in policy implementation, keen on pursuing the formal closed loop of the process, rather than the breakthrough progress of the results. This kind of performative governance of "only posture, no strength" makes it easy for even the best policies to lose their effect in the "last mile." In grassroots practice, "peaceful officials" become "soft obstacles." Facing the demands of the masses, they have shifted from the past "crude and rigid" to hidden "polite pushing," using lengthy research and argumentation, process approval, etc. to build an invisible barrier, suspending the people's livelihood expectations in the "administrative maze." This slow action and inaction not only widens the psychological distance between the Party and the masses, but also invisibly undermines the credibility of the Party and the government.
The emergence of the "peaceful official" phenomenon is the result of the mutual influence of individual deviations in the view of performance and the imbalance of the evaluation mechanism. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) profoundly pointed out: "Only with a strong Party spirit and abandoning selfish thoughts can we ensure that the view of performance does not deviate." This important discussion hits the nail on the head: when selfish thoughts erode the Party spirit, some cadres fall into the logical misunderstanding of "not washing the dishes so as not to break them," calculating the mission of tackling key problems as a career risk, thus generating the thinking deviation of "doing more, making more mistakes." Inappropriate rewards and punishments lead to a lack of distinction between diligence and laziness; inaccurate incentives lead to a trend of avoiding responsibility. When the pressure of accountability and positive incentives form an "asymmetrical structure," and when assessment indicators deviate from actual results and fall into mechanical trace-leaving, the unspoken rule of mediocrity without major faults objectively provides a "safe haven" for "peaceful officials": the pioneers who should have charged into battle often retreat into yes-men in the complex calculation of interests.
Making the stable and steady "peaceful officials" not "peaceful" is an overall war and a systematic war involving mechanism reshaping, guidance calibration, and ideological baptism. The key lies in clearly implementing the "three distinctions," encouraging and supporting reformers, down-to-earth workers, and silent strivers through institutionalized boundary definitions, so that mediocre officials who only want to be officials but do not want to work, only want to seize power but do not want to take responsibility, and only want to shine but do not want to contribute have no market. Improve the performance evaluation system, truly shifting the focus of assessment from "material trace-leaving" to "effectiveness first," and through differentiated assessment and penetrating evaluation, let those who muddle through lose the market, let those who dare to break the ice stand on the stage, and truly achieve ranking based on actual results and judging heroes based on practical work. It is particularly important to point out that only by deeply embedding the value benchmark of benefiting the people into the soul, making it a spiritual coordinate that transcends the mentality of "maintaining the status quo," can the vast number of leading cadres truly cultivate the spiritual realm of 功成不必在我 (gōng chéng bù bì zài wǒ - "achieving success does not necessarily require my involvement," selfless dedication) in the face of various intertwined risks and interest games, and shoulder the responsibility of 功成必定有我 (gōng chéng bì dìng yǒu wǒ - "achieving success will definitely have my contribution," a sense of responsibility and commitment).
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General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation are the basic paths for developing new quality productive forces." "To integrate scientific and technological innovation with industrial innovation, it is necessary to build platforms, improve systems and mechanisms, strengthen the principal position of enterprises in innovation, and seamlessly connect the innovation chain with the industrial chain." The "15th Five-Year Plan" outline proposes: "Enhance the overall effectiveness of the national innovation system, comprehensively enhance independent innovation capabilities, seize the high ground of scientific and technological development, and promote the deep integration of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation." Currently, artificial intelligence is developing rapidly, reshaping the underlying logic of scientific research paradigms and industrial transformation, and accelerating the deep integration of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation. We must adapt to the trend of scientific research paradigm changes and accelerate the deep integration of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation.
The deep integration of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation is not a simple series or linear superposition from scientific research to technological application, but rather the mutual embedding and value symbiosis of multiple aspects and dimensions such as scientific and technological innovation, industrial innovation, resource allocation, and institutional guarantees. Traditional scientific research relies on the accumulation of human experience and linear trial and error, often limited to a single discipline, with long cycles and high costs, and a certain degree of separation between research and development and application. Scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation have clear subject distinctions, such as scientific research mainly conducted by universities or research institutes, and technological research and development mainly conducted by enterprises. This leads to the integration of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation usually following a "technology supply-driven" or "market demand-driven" unidirectional linear superposition. With the in-depth development of a new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation, the underlying logic of scientific research paradigms is undergoing significant changes, the boundaries between scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation are gradually blurring, and a parallel interactive cycle model of "scientific breakthrough - technological development - industrial return - feedback to scientific research" is emerging. Especially with the empowerment of artificial intelligence technology, the cycle from scientific discovery to industrial application is greatly shortened, the characteristics of scientific technologization and technological scientification are becoming more and more obvious, the boundary between science and technology is becoming more and more convergent, and even some sciences are becoming technologies, such as materials science, gene science, and artificial intelligence science.
In general, the integration path of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation is accelerating its evolution from "unidirectional linear advancement" to "bidirectional interactive cycle." This poses new requirements for resource allocation, requiring a breakthrough in the traditional allocation of innovation factors, promoting the smooth flow and efficient allocation of factors such as talent, technology, capital, and data between different departments, different regions, and different scenarios, and achieving effective matching of innovation factors and industrial needs in time and space. This is inseparable from the guarantee of institutional and mechanism innovation. Establishing and improving relevant systems and mechanisms, such as improving the new national system, reducing transaction costs, stimulating the enthusiasm of innovation entities, and building a collaborative innovation ecosystem of industry, academia, and research, can effectively coordinate various innovative resource elements, thereby accelerating scientific discovery, breakthrough in cutting-edge technologies, and accelerating the transformation of scientific and technological innovation achievements into new quality productive forces.
In recent years, China has deepened reforms to improve the economic system and science and technology system, resolutely eliminated ideological concepts and institutional and mechanism barriers that hinder scientific and technological innovation, and greatly improved China's scientific and technological innovation capabilities and level. At the same time, it should also be noted that compared with the requirements for building a strong country in science and technology, China's science and technology system and mechanism still need to be further improved. For example, the science and technology management system and mechanism lag behind the development needs of scientific research paradigms, innovation investment is not balanced enough, and there are still cross-field and cross-regional barriers to the flow of innovation factors, and so on. To better adapt to the rapid development trend of artificial intelligence and accelerate the deep integration of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation, efforts need to be focused on the following aspects.
Promote seamless connection. Scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation are interdependent and mutually reinforcing. Only by seamlessly connecting the innovation chain and the industrial chain can we better promote scientific and technological progress and industrial upgrading. Adhere to the principle of "industry posing questions and technology answering them" and improve the systems and mechanisms in related fields, strengthen the tackling of key and core technologies in key areas, fully reflect the organic combination of using actual needs to drive scientific and technological innovation and using technological breakthroughs to drive industrial upgrading, and stimulate innovation "from 0 to 1." Explore the construction of a joint research model among enterprises, universities, and governments, implement tax incentives for enterprises' investment in basic research, encourage enterprises and universities to jointly build laboratories and joint research centers to achieve resource sharing, establish a rapid transformation channel for basic research results, shorten the cycle from basic research to applied research, and build a pilot-scale verification platform for risk sharing and benefit sharing to open up the systematic verification link "from 1 to 10." Give play to the advantages of leading science and technology enterprises, integrate innovation resources from all aspects, create an open innovation ecosystem with chain-leading enterprises as the core, strengthen the verification of industrial scenarios, promote the connection between technical standards and industrial needs, and accelerate the realization of large-scale landing and scenario application "from 10 to 100."
Create a first-class innovation ecosystem. The innovation ecosystem is a complex system that includes enterprises, universities, research institutions, and so on. By deeply integrating innovative elements such as human resources, technology, information, and capital, and promoting collaborative innovation among different entities, it can provide important guarantees and support for improving the level of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation capabilities, and then achieve value creation and sustainable development. To this end, we must accelerate the creation of an independent, self-reliant, open, integrated, and vibrant innovation ecosystem. This requires promoting a better combination of an effective market and a promising government, and creating a cultural atmosphere throughout society that encourages innovation and tolerates failure. We can explore cultivating an open and shared scenario ecosystem led by leading enterprises, supported by small and medium-sized enterprises, empowered by scientific research institutions, and participated in by user units to gather diverse co-creation synergy. Implement a "university tutor + industry tutor" dual-tutor system to accelerate the smooth flow of talent between universities, research institutes, enterprises, and government departments. Allocate financial elements according to the needs of different stages of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation, and provide diversified financial services for the entire life cycle of technology-based enterprises in a targeted manner according to the needs of technology-based enterprises in different development stages such as the start-up period, growth period, and maturity period. Strengthen the coordination of innovative elements, build scientific databases and big data exchange platforms to promote the opening and sharing of data elements. Promote the opening and sharing of application scenarios, promote better transformation of scientific and technological achievements, and take multiple measures to promote scientific and technological innovation to cultivate emerging industries and future industries.
Improve the science and technology management system. As the sum of the institutional system, organizational structure, and operating rules established to achieve the strategic goals of scientific and technological development, the science and technology management system is not only the command stick for the allocation of scientific and technological resources, but also the guarantee for the orderly development of innovation activities. Improving the science and technology management system is crucial to improving the efficiency of innovation factor allocation. We must give full play to the advantages of the new national system, efficiently allocate various scientific and technological innovation resources, promote the tackling of key and core technologies in key areas throughout the entire chain, and organize and implement major science and technology projects well. Reduce administrative intervention, establish a "inclusive and prudent" science and technology supervision system, and implement "sandbox supervision" for new technologies and new industries. Innovate models such as "revealing the list and taking command" and "horse racing system," build a benefit distribution mechanism that fully reflects the value of innovative elements such as knowledge and technology, break the evaluation orientation of "only papers and only titles," and promote the implementation of more breakthrough institutional mechanisms in research and development organization, assessment incentives, and talent use. Innovate the intellectual property sharing model, and guide universities and research institutes to license scientific and technological innovation achievements to small and micro enterprises for use on a pay-after-use basis. Improve the benefit distribution mechanism for the transformation of scientific and technological achievements, clarify the ownership of key knowledge achievements, and encourage enterprises to increase investment in basic research for future industries and disruptive technologies. Improve the incentive mechanism for the transformation of achievements, explore and promote the transfer and transformation methods of "empowerment first and then transformation" and "use first and then pay," and stimulate the enthusiasm of scientific researchers for innovation and achievement transformation.
(The author is the Dean of Shanghai Aerospace Information Technology Research Institute)
Return to TopBy: 汉中日报记者 张玉文
As dusk gathers, on the terrace of a homestay in Huoshaodian Town (火烧店镇), Liuba County (留坝县), Hanzhong City (汉中市), Shaanxi Province (陕西省), 57-year-old owner Hou Jing (侯静) is busy pointing out constellations to her guests: "That is the Big Dipper."
Behind her are two gray and white homestay buildings, converted from her old house.
The dark night is a gift from the natural geography to Liuba (留坝). The area is located in the hinterland of the southern foothills of the Qinling Mountains (秦岭), with high forest coverage, a small population, and low light pollution, making the dark night conditions uniquely advantageous: the entire area has a dark night level of 2-3, and the visual magnitude can reach 7.0 or more.
In Huoshaodian Town (火烧店镇) at night, when the last trace of daylight disappears into the outline of the Qinling Mountains (秦岭), the stars are like being sprinkled on the ink-blue sky.
"In our place, you just have to look up to see the starry sky," said Shen Cong (沈聪), director of the Economic Development Office of Huoshaodian Town (火烧店镇).
"I used to just think it got dark early, but now I know that a pure dark sky is also a scarce resource." Shen Cong (沈聪) introduced that in 2019, when a group of tourists with professional cameras came to the village, the villagers were still wondering: "Why don't these city people sleep at night, what are they taking pictures of in the sky?"
The change in understanding and concept began with a revaluation of dark night resources.
"If we just let people come to see the stars, then there is no difference from ordinary scenic spots." Tan Chenxi (谭晨曦), secretary of the Party Committee of Huoshaodian Town (火烧店镇), introduced that after seeing the potential value hidden in this starry sky, the town's idea was to add different "recipes" based on the starry sky.
"Starry sky + homestay" was the first to be effective. The government funded designers to design and encouraged interested farmers to join the old house renovation to create boutique homestays. Hou Jing (侯静) was among the first to join. Her six rooms were not only renovated into family rooms and suites, but also had floor-to-ceiling windows installed in some rooms to facilitate stargazing for guests.
"When guests come, they don't necessarily want to go to any scenic spots. Some people just like to walk around nearby, or simply lie down in the yard and look at the sky for hours," said Hou Jing (侯静).
"Starry sky + rice paddy" turns the earth into a canvas. In a mountain depression next to the town, 140 acres of paddy fields have been transformed into a starry sky rice paddy theme park. In summer, the daytime is a surge of rice waves; at night, the winding field trails extend into the depths of the mountains, connecting the starry sky with the earth.
"Starry sky + astronomy" makes the experience more professional. In June 2023, the first rural astronomical observatory in the Qinling Mountains (秦岭) was completed in Huoshaodian Town (火烧店镇). Under the white dome with a diameter of 5 meters, tourists can clearly see the features of the lunar craters through the telescope.
Diverse business formats continue: intangible cultural heritage, study tours, music... In Huoshaodian Town (火烧店镇), an industrial path starting from the starry sky is getting longer and longer.
In order to promote the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside, Huoshaodian Town (火烧店镇) promotes a development model of unified brand, unified marketing, and unified channels. "The key to this model is to drive all the homestays and farmers in the town to participate together and carry out professional division of labor," Shen Cong (沈聪) explained that the astronomical observatory provides professional content, the homestays provide accommodation and tour guide services, the farmers provide agricultural experience, and the benefits are shared... making starry sky tourism upgrade from the selling point of individual homestays to the industrial highlight of the entire town.
Shen Cong (沈聪) said that with unified organization and management, the occupancy rate of homestays has significantly increased, the astronomical observatory is often fully booked, and even the old woman in the town who sells snacks is often busy until after 10 pm.
In 2025, this small town with a population of just over 3,000 received 420,000 tourists, realizing a comprehensive tourism income of more than 90 million yuan. In Wangxingtai Village (望星台村) in the town, tourism has driven more than 50 villagers to find employment, with an average annual income increase of more than 6,500 yuan per person.
The experiment in Liuba (留坝) provides a "starry sky version" of the concept that green waters and green mountains are golden mountains and silver mountains. The starry sky is a landscape, but also a golden thread connecting the idle resources, history, culture, and villagers' skills in the countryside.
"Protecting the dark night is creating value in itself," said Tan Chenxi (谭晨曦). "The town now has an unwritten rule: the newly installed street lights should be lowered in height, and the lighting on the exterior walls of the homestays should be dimmed. What we want is the purity of this dark night."
When leaving Liuba (留坝), it was late at night again. Looking back, the starry sky in the town was still shining brightly. The difference is that under this starry sky, there is the light sound of camera shutters, the exclamations of tourists, the warmth of the homestays, and the hope in the eyes of the villagers when they imagine the future, like the stars shining.
When the Qinling Mountains (秦岭) press the "night button," a starry sky illuminates a path to revitalization.
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In the evening, the sunset glow dyed the sky red, and people raised their phones to capture the beauty of nature with their lenses. A set of media survey data shows that 89.5% of respondents have a habit of recording their lives, and more than half of them save moments of their lives through photos. On social media platforms, the topic of "taking good photos" continues to be popular.
Some people praised: "I like the way you live your life seriously." Others wondered: "Is it worth it just to take a photo?" Different understandings of "taking good photos" reflect people's diverse explorations of life.
In fact, "taking good photos" is not for exquisite composition or perfect filters, but stems from a love of life. It has no professional threshold and does not demand shooting skills. It is a natural expression of ordinary people discovering beauty with lenses and entrusting emotions with images. Seemingly ordinary moments are frozen into pictures, carrying a cherishing of the sense of ritual in life, and also containing people's true feelings of love for life.
This enthusiasm for recording life, which originates from life, not only enriches the individual's spiritual world, but also demonstrates unexpected value in reality. In Guangzhou (广州), Guangdong (广东), a street scene casually photographed by a college student garnered over a million views on overseas social media platforms, showing the world the beauty and vibrancy of Chinese cities; in Yongjia (永嘉), Zhejiang (浙江), photos of persimmon forests shared by photography enthusiasts unexpectedly became popular, and the local area took advantage of the trend to turn thousands of acres of persimmon forests into natural scenic spots, driving the collective and villagers' income to increase by about 1.5 million yuan. These beauties frozen in images have inadvertently become vivid witnesses to showcasing the city's appearance and helping the comprehensive revitalization of the countryside.
However, if "taking good photos" transforms from a natural inner expression into a deliberately pursued external task, it can easily deviate from its original intention and change its flavor. In order to "take good photos," some people disregard danger and break into restricted areas, while others occupy popular spots and obstruct traffic. Situations of safety accidents caused by blindly pursuing photo opportunities occur from time to time. When the obsession with "taking good photos" breaks through the bottom line of safety and civilization, it loses the meaning of recording life.
The proper meaning of "taking good photos" is to retain the true emotions and fresh atmosphere in life, let go of the obsession with "perfect photos," and better perceive the charm of life at the moment of pressing the shutter.
Return to TopPinglu Canal Delineates River-Sea Boundary
According to Xinhua News Agency, on April 10, the Guangxi Maritime Safety Administration (广西海事局) and the Guangxi Department of Transportation (广西交通运输厅) jointly issued an announcement officially delineating the river-sea boundary of the Pinglu Canal (平陆运河). The vertical projection line of the southern edge of the G75 Lanhai Expressway Qinjiang Bridge (G75兰海高速钦江大桥) deck is the boundary, with the water area north of the line being the inland river water area and the water area south of the line being the sea area.
After the delineation of the boundary, the relevant inland river regulations apply to the northern inland river water area, and the Maritime Traffic Safety Law and relevant coastal regulations apply to the southern sea area. Inland river vessels navigating to the inland river section do not need to go through the "equivalent to Class A navigation area" access procedures, and coastal vessels navigating to the sea area south of the boundary are no longer subject to the relevant restrictions of "sea vessels entering the river."
Hainan Announces 109 "Internet + National Voluntary Tree Planting" Bases
Hainan Daily Haikou April 15th (Reporter Sun Hui (孙慧)) The Hainan Provincial Greening Committee Office (海南省绿化委员会办公室) recently announced the information of 109 "Internet + National Voluntary Tree Planting" base reception points in Hainan Province (海南省) in 2026, calling on all sectors of society to actively participate in voluntary tree planting activities. In 2025, Hainan (海南) completed afforestation and greening of 473,000 mu, an increase of 57% year-on-year.
Hubei Launches Peach Industry Weather Index Insurance
Hubei Daily Xiangyang April 15th (Reporters Zhang Yuan (张源) and Wu Yurui (吴宇睿)) On April 10, Hubei Province's (湖北省) first weather index insurance plan specifically tailored for the peach industry, the "Zaoyang City Huangtao Weather Index Insurance Plan" (枣阳市皇桃气象指数保险方案), was approved by the local government.
The Huangtao Weather Index Insurance (皇桃气象指数保险) was jointly developed by the Zaoyang (枣阳) meteorological, financial, and agricultural departments and insurance institutions. When the key growth period of Huangtao (皇桃) peaches encounters low-temperature freezing damage or high-temperature heat damage, and the meteorological monitoring data reaches the agreed threshold, the insurance company can initiate the claim settlement procedure without the need for peach farmers to report the case or conduct on-site investigation, and the compensation will be directly credited to the farmers' accounts quickly.
Zhejiang Ningbo Holds 2026 Yangtze River Delta·Greater Bay Area Literature Week
Zhejiang Daily Ningbo April 15th (Reporters Chen Zui (陈醉) and Yan Lili (严粒粒)) The 2026 Yangtze River Delta·Greater Bay Area Literature Week and the 13th Ningbo Literature Week (宁波文学周) were held in Ningbo City (宁波市), Zhejiang (浙江) recently. With the theme of "Literature: Born to the Sea," this Literature Week focused on creative practices such as marine literature, science fiction literature, online literature, and new mass literature, and held more than 20 activities. During the event, the highly anticipated 13th "Chu Jiwang Literature Award" (储吉旺文学奖) was announced and presented.
Fujian Xiamen Announces the Tenth Batch of Historical Building Protection List
This newspaper Xiamen April 15th (Correspondent Zhan Wen (詹文)) The tenth batch of historical building protection list in Xiamen City (厦门市), Fujian (福建), was recently announced, adding 5 historical buildings, all located in the Tong'an Ancient City Historical and Cultural Block (同安古城历史文化街区), which are Nanyang-style arcade buildings built around the 1930s. Previously, following the principle of "mature one batch, announce one batch," the local area has successively announced 9 batches of historical style buildings and 4 batches of traditional style buildings, gradually building a historical building protection system covering the entire area and with clear classifications.
Suspended Temple Vibration (Seismic) Risk Perception System Launched
This newspaper Datong April 15th (Correspondent Yan Chang (闫昌)) The Shanxi Earthquake Administration (山西省地震局) recently deployed the "Structural Health Monitoring and Vibration (Seismic) Risk Perception System" at the Hengshan Hanging Temple (恒山悬空寺) in Datong City (大同市), Shanxi Province (山西省).
Staff members have deployed a new type of distributed optical fiber sensing network on the trestle roads and beams and columns of the Hanging Temple (悬空寺) to monitor natural earthquakes, industrial construction vibrations, etc., synchronously obtain the dynamic response data of the building structure, and conduct in-depth analysis through multi-source data fusion to provide scientific basis for the Hanging Temple's (悬空寺) structural health risk early warning, daily management, etc.
Return to TopBy: 大众日报记者 赵 琳 蒋 鑫
On April 10th, the 2026 World Peony Conference and the 35th Heze International Peony Cultural Tourism Festival were held in Heze City (菏泽市), Shandong (山东) Province.
Before the opening ceremony even began, Bubi, the general manager of a company from Kyrgyzstan, led his team to an exhibition area early in the morning to look for a peony product. Bubi's "flower" seeking journey in Heze (菏泽) is a vivid microcosm of how the peony cultural symbol links technology and empowers industries to go overseas.
In April last year, Heze Water Group (菏泽水务集团) signed a cooperation agreement with Kyrgyzstan Agricultural Machinery Group to carry out in-depth cooperation in areas such as the joint construction of peony planting bases. In March of this year, the 2026 World Peony Conference established an overseas branch venue in Kyrgyzstan.
"Last year, we conducted an on-the-spot investigation of peony planting in Heze (菏泽), introduced Heze peonies to our country, and found that the local growing conditions were suitable. This year, we plan to plant them on a large scale," said Bubi.
"In 2025, the total output value of Heze (菏泽) peonies exceeded 13 billion yuan, realizing the deep integration of primary, secondary, and tertiary industries. This is not only the accumulation of cultivation history, but also the result of the two-way empowerment of culture and technology," said Pang Zhiyong (庞志勇), deputy secretary-general of the Peony and Paeonia Branch of the Chinese Horticultural Society.
At present, Heze (菏泽) peonies have been exported to Serbia, Romania, Kyrgyzstan and other countries and regions, and more than 260 kinds of products have been developed, covering 11 fields, realizing the two-way improvement of cultural value and economic value.
The peony cultural symbol has also driven the vigorous development of related industries. More than 20,000 peasant painters in Juancheng County (巨野县), Heze (菏泽) use meticulous brushwork to "move" peonies onto paper, realizing the integration of folk art and industrial development; peony cultural and creative products such as paper-cutting, carved porcelain, and dough figurines are popular overseas and are deeply loved by overseas customers.
Return to TopBy: 新华社记者 薛宇舸摄影报道
It is currently the spring plowing season, and Luo Yu (骆雨), a major grain grower in Huatang Town, Beihu District, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province, is very busy with tasks such as raising seedlings, transplanting rice, and inspecting agricultural machinery. Born in 1997, she is now a new-age farmer who can operate more than 10 types of agricultural machinery and cultivate more than 4,000 mu of land. A few years ago, when Luo Yu (骆雨) and her husband were running a bed-and-breakfast in Fujian, her father, as a major grain grower, transferred a lot of land in his hometown. Seeing her father working day and night, Luo Yu (骆雨) and her husband decided to give up their bed-and-breakfast business and return to their hometown to farm. Luo Yu (骆雨) started from scratch, integrating scattered plots with her husband, carrying out high-standard farmland transformation on suitable plots, and purchasing agricultural machinery suitable for hilly terrain operations, which effectively improved planting efficiency.
"Last year, we planted a total of 4442.28 mu of land, providing nearly employment for more than 200 villagers," said Luo Yu (骆雨). Starting this year, Luo Yu (骆雨) began posting her daily life in the fields on short video platforms and popularizing agricultural knowledge. "I hope more young people will join the ranks of new-age farmers and cultivate the fields with their youth and wisdom," said Luo Yu (骆雨).
Return to TopBy: 解放日报记者 王海燕
On the afternoon of April 9th, a special college recruitment fair for Shanghai elderly care service talent was held at the Songjiang Campus of Shanghai University of Engineering Science (上海工程技术大学). The scene was bustling with activity and a lively atmosphere. Nearly 50 institutions and enterprises issued "talent search orders," with a total of 300 positions available.
Born in 2005, Wu Jinyi (武金怡) is a junior majoring in elderly care service and management at the university. Wu Jinyi (武金怡) has interned at two related companies. "I experienced the work content of different positions and gained a preliminary understanding of how elderly care service institutions operate internally." The elderly care institution she is applying to this time plans to arrange a three-month internship for her first, so that she can become familiar with each position.
Another applicant, Liu Xuexin (刘学鑫), majored in information management as an undergraduate and public administration and social security as a graduate student. "I think the elderly care field also needs data analysis." Liu Xuexin (刘学鑫) said that he is very optimistic about the prospects of the silver economy and hopes that the knowledge accumulated during his undergraduate and graduate studies can help him find a suitable position in this industry.
Born in 2002, Li Junjie (李俊杰) was a senior majoring in elderly care service and management at Shanghai University of Engineering Science (上海工程技术大学) last year. Now, he has joined an elderly care institution, and this time he returned to his alma mater as a recruiter. "The work content of nursing homes is not just caregiving. The rules are very detailed, and the requirements are also increasing, making it more and more challenging." Li Junjie (李俊杰) hopes that more peers will work alongside him, "Now there are more and more post-00s employees in nursing homes."
At the recruitment site, staff were interviewing students. Wu Huilin (邬慧琳), training manager of the Renshoutang Group (人寿堂集团), said that the students are very energetic, with a sparkle in their eyes and full of hope, "This is exactly the state we like." Gu Xinyong (顾欣雍), dean of Shanghai Minhang District Shudong Nursing Home (上海闵行区曙东颐养院), said that they offered 10 administrative positions such as elderly social workers, and also specially set up a rotation mechanism to help applicants better adapt to and choose positions. Many students have already submitted their resumes.
Return to TopBy: 人民网记者 王 星
Every Friday evening, Huang Weijie (黄伟杰), a citizen of Dongguan (东莞市), Guangdong (广东) Province, drives for more than an hour to the Zhangge Community (章阁社区) Party and Mass Service Center in Fucheng Subdistrict (福城街道), Longhua District (龙华区), Shenzhen (深圳市), Guangdong (广东) Province. His destination is a special school – the AI (Artificial Intelligence) Night School.
At 7 p.m., the classroom is brightly lit and packed. The students come from all walks of life, including clerks, industrial workers, and food delivery riders. They all hope to learn AI to gain more career opportunities.
"At first, I came to listen to the class with a 试一试 (shì yī shì - "give it a try," to try something out) mentality. I was afraid I wouldn't understand and would have wasted my time," Huang Weijie (黄伟杰) admitted. After a few classes, his concerns were dispelled – the teacher taught hand-in-hand, and even those with zero foundation could keep up.
Fucheng Subdistrict (福城街道) is an industrial hub in Longhua District (龙华区), bringing together many leading enterprises, and has a large number of young workers in its jurisdiction. The subdistrict found through visits that many people were both eager and confused about AI, afraid of being left behind, but did not know where to start learning. Therefore, in December 2024, the AI Night School, with zero threshold and free learning, came into being.
"Our courses are closely aligned with the needs of the students and will be dynamically adjusted based on feedback. We teach what everyone wants to learn," said Yang Jintian (杨锦天), Secretary of the Party Committee of Zhangge Community (章阁社区) and Principal of the AI Night School.
Zhu Bingbing (朱冰冰), who is engaged in the e-commerce industry and is in the initial stage of starting a business, is learning AI graphic and text marketing. "The course is closely integrated with the industry. When I encounter problems, the teachers and classmates will take the initiative to help." In just one week, her self-media account gained more than 10,000 followers.
As of the end of 2025, Fucheng Subdistrict (福城街道) has cumulatively carried out 176 AI classes of various types, training more than 9,500 students.
Return to TopBy: 安徽日报记者 李丹青
At 7 p.m. on April 10th, the activity room of Yangmeishan Community (杨梅山社区) in Tunxi District (屯溪区), Huangshan City (黄山市), Anhui Province (安徽省) was filled with the fragrance of tea and the melodious sound of the zither. This is not a traditional teahouse, but the classroom of the "Youth Night School" tea art class in the community.
The instructor started with the historical origins of Chinese tea culture, elaborating on the terroir, craftsmanship, and cultural connotations behind a tea leaf. Most of the students are newcomers to the workplace, returning youths, or freelancers in the jurisdiction. During the day, they are busy at their respective posts; at night, they choose to enter this tea-filled classroom to brew a pot of tea for themselves.
"I didn't expect that I could brew such fragrant tea." Student Xiao Zhang (小张) held a cup of tea she brewed and took a light sip. For her, this is not just a tea art class - the focus when warming the cup, the patience when pouring the soup, and the respect when serving the tea, unconsciously heal the body and mind.
"Huangshan City (黄山市) is located in the tea township of southern Anhui (皖南), and the tea culture has a long history," said Wu Shaoping (吴少平), Secretary of the Party Committee and Director of the Neighborhood Committee of Yangmeishan Community (杨梅山社区). Opening a series of tea art courses in the Youth Night School is not only a response to the real needs of young people for a quality cultural life, but also allows the younger generation to touch the pulse of outstanding Chinese traditional culture while tasting tea.
"We have opened many youth night schools throughout the city, combining them with local culture and the needs of young people. This is a solid starting point for the Communist Youth League (共青团) to serve the growth of young people and promote the construction of youth-development-oriented cities," said Sun Jie (孙洁), Secretary of the Huangshan Municipal Committee of the Communist Youth League (共青团黄山市委). The night school is embedded in community life in a way that young people like to see and hear, which helps young people improve their skills and expand their social circles. At the same time, it subtly enhances young people's sense of belonging and identity with the city through cultural edification that is like a **润物无声** (rùn wù wú shēng - "moistening things without sound," to influence subtly and silently).
Return to TopBy: 新疆日报记者 郭 倩
In recent days, the Kashgar East Road Subdistrict of the Urumqi High-tech Industrial Development Zone (New Urban District) (新疆乌鲁木齐高新技术产业开发区（新市区）喀什东路街道) in Xinjiang (新疆) is carrying out environmental remediation work in full swing.
"In earlier years, at this time, there were still many dead branches and leaves accumulated from winter in the green belt," said Wang Li (王丽), a resident of the Jingjiang Road Community (京疆路社区) in the Kashgar East Road Subdistrict (喀什东路街道). "This year is different. The community cadres have a booklet, and their work is more targeted."
The booklet Wang Li (王丽) mentioned is the "Practical Manual for Environmental Sanitation Remediation in Residential Areas" compiled by the Kashgar East Road Subdistrict (喀什东路街道) itself. The subdistrict staff listed the five types of problems that have repeatedly occurred in the past, and under each category, they specified "who is responsible, how to do it, and what standards to achieve." Qi Li (戚莉), director of the Kashgar East Road Subdistrict Office (喀什东路街道办事处), said, "Now we are establishing rules, providing tools, and building mechanisms. This manual is a yardstick."
After the manual was compiled, the subdistrict first selected the Jingjiang Road Community (京疆路社区) in its jurisdiction as a pilot. Community party members and cadres, armed with the manual, went door-to-door to solicit opinions and did three things in succession: First, they formed a team, bringing together more than 200 property staff, volunteers, and building leaders, assigning areas of responsibility to each person. Second, they held a five-party consultation meeting, where community representatives, property management, homeowner representatives, jurisdictional units, and volunteers sat together to discuss face-to-face, and finally determined 12 remediation plans. Third, they came up with a clever method – "Green Space Adoption + Points Exchange." The community successively held 12 five-party consultation meetings, created 4 shared gardens, established an environmental self-management committee, and the points exchange program motivated more than 330 resident volunteers to participate.
"We hope to transform the environmental remediation of residential areas from 'crash efforts' to 'standardized efforts'," said Qi Li (戚莉).
Return to TopBy: 贵州日报记者 陈 丹
"Let's go to the fair. The group chat announced that doctors from multiple departments of the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University (贵州医科大学第二附属医院) are coming to provide free clinics. It's a good opportunity to consult with a doctor." On the morning of April 9th, Zhang (张) Da'ma (大妈), a resident of Yongle Community (永乐社区), Da Shizi (大十字) Street, Kaili (凯里) City, Guizhou (贵州), excitedly pulled her two sisters to the "Neighborhood Market" at Wanbo Plaza (万博广场).
Policy promotion area, free medical service area, food tasting area... The square was 人头攒动 (rén tóu cuán dòng - "crowds jostling," a dense crowd of people moving about), and citizens who came to the "market" enjoyed services, listened to explanations, tasted food, and enjoyed themselves.
Launched in November 2024, the "Neighborhood Market" is a comprehensive service platform created by Da Shizi (大十字) Street in Kaili (凯里) City. Wu Dan (吴丹), Vice Chairman of the Kaili (凯里) Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and Secretary of the Party Working Committee of Da Shizi (大十字) Street, introduced that the street integrates medical, cultural, and enterprise resources in the area to bring convenient services to the doorsteps of the people. To date, 57 "Neighborhood Markets" have been successfully held, serving more than 60,000 people.
Adhering to the principle of "providing whatever the people need," the street has listed policy promotion, voluntary activities, convenient services, and health promotion as the four key service contents of the "Neighborhood Market." It collects demands through the street's "Public Opinion QR Code" and community "Red Housekeepers" going door-to-door, and has expanded to more than 20 types of special services such as mobile office, intangible cultural heritage experience, and charitable assistance to farmers.
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By: 周祖翼
The "15th Five-Year Plan" outlines strategic deployments for China's economic and social development during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, explicitly including "a more consolidated national security barrier" as one of the main goals, requiring the advancement of the national security system and capacity modernization, and the construction of a higher-level Peaceful China. We must comprehensively, profoundly, and accurately implement the spirit of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, follow the deployments of the "15th Five-Year Plan," unswervingly implement the holistic national security concept, coordinate development and security, resolutely build a solid southeastern national security barrier, and provide strong security support for the province to strive for advancement in the construction of Chinese-style modernization.
Deeply study, thoroughly understand, and earnestly practice the holistic national security concept, and take practical actions to firmly support the "Two Establishments" and resolutely achieve the "Two Safeguards."
Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, the CPC Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) at its core has conformed to the general trend of the times, combined the Marxist national security theory with contemporary Chinese security practice and the excellent traditional Chinese strategic culture from the strategic height of upholding and developing socialism with Chinese characteristics in the new era, and creatively put forward the holistic national security concept. The holistic national security concept is rich in content and profound in thought. It is a systematic, complete, logically rigorous, and mutually connected scientific theoretical system. Its key is "holistic," emphasizing the concept of comprehensive security, covering many fields such as politics, military, land, economy, finance, culture, society, science and technology, network, food, ecology, resources, nuclear, overseas interests, space, deep sea, polar regions, biology, artificial intelligence, and data, and will continue to be dynamically adjusted with economic and social development; its core essence is concentrated in "Ten Adherences," namely, adhering to the absolute leadership of the Party over national security work, adhering to the national security path with Chinese characteristics, adhering to the people's security as the purpose, adhering to coordinating development and security, adhering to placing political security in the primary position, adhering to coordinating the advancement of security in various fields, adhering to placing the prevention and resolution of national security risks in a prominent position, adhering to promoting international common security, adhering to promoting the modernization of the national security system and capacity, and adhering to strengthening the construction of the national security cadre team. The holistic national security concept is the first major strategic thought in the history of our Party to be established as the guiding ideology for national security work. It is the crystallization of the century-long struggle practice and collective wisdom of the Communist Party of China and the Chinese people in defending national sovereignty, security, and development interests. It is the latest achievement of the Sinicization of Marxist national security theory, an important component of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, and the fundamental guideline and action guide for national security work in the new era.
Fujian (福建) is an important birthplace and practice ground of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era. During his work in Fujian, Comrade Xi Jinping attached great importance to national security work, clearly put forward a series of important concepts such as "adhering to 'grasping with both hands' and earnestly maintaining social stability," and pioneered a series of major practices such as governing "table pollution," building "food safety projects," and governing soil erosion in Changting (长汀) and promoting comprehensive management of the entire Mulan Creek (木兰溪) basin. These are all valuable assets and unique advantages for Fujian to study and implement the holistic national security concept. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, General Secretary Xi Jinping has repeatedly put forward important requirements for Fujian's national security work. In March 2019, when participating in the deliberation of the Fujian delegation to the Second Session of the 13th National People's Congress, he proposed: "Coordinate efforts to ensure stable growth, promote reform, adjust structure, benefit people's livelihood, prevent risks, and maintain stability." In March 2021, during his inspection in Fujian, he proposed to coordinate development and security, emphasizing the need to effectively curb major and serious work safety accidents and promote the normalization of the fight against organized crime and evil. In October 2024, during his inspection in Fujian, he proposed to strengthen the prevention of natural disasters such as typhoons and earthquakes, and improve disaster prevention, mitigation, and relief capabilities. These have provided fundamental guidelines for us to do a good job in national security work.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" period is a crucial period for laying the foundation and fully exerting efforts to basically realize socialist modernization, and it is also a crucial period for Fujian to strive for advancement in the construction of Chinese-style modernization. We must deeply understand and grasp the great significance, core essence, spiritual essence, rich connotation, and practical requirements of the holistic national security concept with special responsibility, special feelings, and special mission, inherit and promote the relevant important concepts and major practices of Comrade Xi Jinping during his work in Fujian, implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's important expositions on national security work, internalize the firm support for the "Two Establishments" and the resolute achievement of the "Two Safeguards" in our hearts and externalize them in our actions, integrate safe development into the entire process and all aspects of Fujian's development, achieve a virtuous cycle of high-quality development and high-level security, and contribute to the overall stability of the country with the stability of Fujian.
Adhere to coordinating development and security, and resolutely safeguard the security defense line in key areas.
Currently, the entire Party is solidly carrying out the study and education on establishing and practicing correct views on performance. National security work is an important part of the Party's work. We must integrate the correct view on performance into all national security work during the "15th Five-Year Plan" period and strive to build a higher-level Peaceful Fujian. We must focus on "serving the Party for the public," establish an overall perspective, and resolutely grasp national security as the "top priority"; focus on "creating benefits for the people," adhere to the people's security as the purpose, create achievements for the people, create achievements with practical work, and earnestly meet the people's most basic and universal desire for national prosperity and people's peace; focus on "scientific decision-making," adhere to proceeding from reality and acting according to laws, and deeply study and solve key and difficult problems restricting safe development; focus on "genuine hard work," seek truth from facts, be pragmatic, dare to take responsibility, be courageous in action, and make every effort to prevent and resolve major risks, and create a peaceful and blessed land with a more orderly society, a more solid foundation, more effective governance, and more satisfied people.
First, we must resolutely safeguard political security. Political security is the foundation of national security and occupies a leading position in national security. Fujian is located on the southeast coast, and it has a major responsibility to maintain political security. We must adhere to placing the safeguarding of political security in the first place and make every effort to safeguard regime security, institutional security, and ideological security. Continue to advance the fight against terrorism and extremism, and severely crack down on infiltration, sabotage, subversion, and secession activities by hostile forces. Strictly implement the responsibility system for ideological work, strengthen the construction and management of positions in fields such as universities and the Internet, and clearly oppose and resist various erroneous thoughts. Conduct in-depth special actions to govern religious affairs, further standardize the management of folk belief activities, and further standardize and guide folk culture activities. Improve the crisis management system and mechanism, strengthen the response to emergencies, and resolutely prevent risks in other fields from transforming, transmitting, and overlapping into the political field.
Second, we must resolutely safeguard economic security. Economic security is the foundation of national security. During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, Fujian's economic aggregate crossed two levels of 5 trillion yuan and 6 trillion yuan in succession, shouldering the responsibility of a major economic province to take the lead. We must fully, accurately, and comprehensively implement the new development concept, conduct routine economic operation analysis and risk assessment and early warning, promote high-quality development in all directions, and consolidate and expand the momentum of stable economic improvement. Focusing on the security of the industrial chain and supply chain, combined with the creation of the "555X" industrial cluster, accelerate the construction of a modern industrial system that reflects Fujian's characteristics, monitor and pay attention to hidden factors restricting enterprise innovation and development, do a good job in service guarantee for "whitelist" enterprises in key industrial chains and supply chains, and enhance the resilience and security level of the industrial chain and supply chain. Focusing on the security of finance and other fields, coordinate the advancement of reform and risk resolution of small and medium-sized financial institutions, consolidate the achievements of the "guaranteed delivery of housing" battle, guide cities and counties to resolve debts on a "one place, one policy" basis, and strictly prevent the occurrence of systemic risks. Focusing on food security, fully implement the Party and government responsibility for food security, increase efforts to implement actions to enhance food production capacity, carry out seed industry revitalization actions, deeply practice the grand food concept, and accelerate the construction of a diversified food supply system. Focusing on energy and resource security, build a clean, low-carbon, safe, and efficient energy security network, safely and orderly promote the construction of Ningde (宁德) and Zhangzhou (漳州) nuclear power bases, promote the development of offshore wind power, strengthen the exploration, development, and reserve of strategic mineral resources, and improve monitoring, early warning, and emergency supply levels.
Third, we must resolutely safeguard social security. Social security is a barometer of the people's sense of security. In recent years, Fujian's overall social situation has remained stable, but it also faces many challenges. We must adhere to and develop the "Fengqiao Experience" in the new era, fully implement the "Four Downward" system, improve the social governance system of co-construction, co-governance, and sharing, focus on preventing and controlling various social risks, and continuously enhance the people's sense of gain, happiness, and security. Strictly implement the responsibility for maintaining social stability, implement the "Fujian Province Peaceful Construction Regulations" well, promote the standardized construction of comprehensive management centers, deepen the legalization of petitioning work, deepen the construction of the overall prevention and control system for social security, improve the social psychological service system and crisis intervention mechanism, and form a situation of joint treatment of problems, joint prevention and control of risks, and joint creation of peace. Improve the disposal and guarantee system for major emergencies, improve the emergency command mechanism under the framework of comprehensive security and comprehensive emergency response, strictly implement the work safety responsibility system, continue to carry out the "Min'an" series of exercises, and improve disaster prevention, mitigation, and relief capabilities. Deepen the governance of "table pollution," improve the food and drug safety responsibility system, and crack down on crimes endangering food and drug safety in accordance with the law.
Fourth, we must coordinate the maintenance of security in other key areas. Fujian is at the forefront of work towards Taiwan (台湾), and we must thoroughly implement the overall strategy of the Party in the new era for resolving the Taiwan issue, build a demonstration zone for integrated development across the Taiwan Strait with high quality, pay attention to strengthening the security control of coastal areas, and handle maritime Taiwan-related emergencies and various Taiwan-related disputes in a timely and appropriate manner, so as to contribute to the great cause of promoting the reunification of the motherland. Fujian has a high degree of economic openness, and the overseas security risks of enterprises and citizens are characterized by diversification and complexity. We must improve the working mechanism for foreign-related national security, strengthen early warning, prevention, control, and protection of overseas interests and investment risks, improve the comprehensive service system for Fujian enterprises going overseas, and improve overseas security guarantee capabilities. Fujian is the ideological source and practical starting point for the construction of Digital China. We must deepen the construction of "Digital Fujian," optimize and upgrade the functions of the "Digital Fujian Security Brain," effectively regulate the data outbound behavior of the Fujian Free Trade Zone, adhere to the coordinated governance of online and offline, and build a solid security barrier for networks, data, and artificial intelligence. Ecological advantage is Fujian's most competitive advantage. We must deeply practice Xi Jinping's ecological civilization thought, continue to build a national ecological civilization pilot zone, fight the tough battle against pollution prevention and control, consolidate and enhance the comprehensive management effectiveness of the Minjiang (闽江) and Jiulongjiang (九龙江) River basins, build a large pattern of protection and governance from the top of the mountain to the ocean, and brighten the beautiful name card of Clean Fujian.
Adhere to the Party's absolute leadership over national security work, and accelerate the modernization of the national security system and capacity.
During the "15th Five-Year Plan" period, China's development environment faces profound and complex changes, and the task of coordinating development and security is even more arduous. Promoting the modernization of the national security system and capacity is of great significance. We must adhere to the Party's absolute leadership, further deepen the reform of the national security system and mechanism, accelerate the construction of a national security work pattern that meets national requirements, fits Fujian's needs, conforms to the security situation, and has Fujian characteristics, and effectively maintain and shape national security.
First, we must highlight the implementation of the system and shoulder responsibilities. Thoroughly implement the "Regulations on the Leadership of the Communist Party of China on National Security Work" and the "Regulations on the National Security Responsibility System of Party Committees (Party Groups)," resolutely implement the chairman responsibility system of the Central National Security Commission, improve the centralized, unified, efficient, and authoritative national security leadership system, promote Party committees (Party groups) at all levels in the province to resolutely shoulder the main responsibility for national security work, grasp at each level and implement at each level, and ensure that the Party Central Committee's decisions and deployments on national security work are implemented and effective in Fujian. Coordinate and grasp the implementation of provincial-level systems and regulations such as the "Several Provisions on National Security Work in Fujian Province," the "Fujian Province Counter-Espionage Work Regulations," and the "Fujian Province Military Facility Protection Regulations," incorporate the performance of national security responsibilities into inspections, supervision and assessment, and peaceful construction, promote coordinated linkage of the entire chain and all elements, and build a national security protection system with all-round linkage, three-dimensional and efficient.
Second, we must focus on actual combat and practicality, and enhance capabilities. Pay more attention to coordination and efficiency, improve the coordination mechanism for key areas and important special tasks of national security, accelerate the completion of the national security risk monitoring and early warning system, and while safeguarding the security defense line in key areas, based on Fujian's actual situation, coordinate and promote the national security capacity building in emerging fields such as biology, nuclear, deep sea, and low altitude. Pay more attention to the rule of law thinking, solidly promote the construction of a higher-level rule of law Fujian, adhere to responding to major challenges, resisting major risks, overcoming major resistance, and resolving major contradictions in accordance with the law, and guarantee high-level security with a high-level rule of law. Pay more attention to technological empowerment, deepen the construction of the Fuzhou (福州), Xiamen (厦门), and Quanzhou (泉州) National Independent Innovation Demonstration Zone, strengthen the transformation and application of new technologies in the field of national security, and improve the ability to use science and technology to maintain national security. Pay more attention to the grassroots foundation, increase the capacity building in terms of material, technology, equipment, and other guarantees required for maintaining national security, improve the ability of leaders at all levels to coordinate development and security, strengthen the construction of the national security cadre team, and forge a high-quality and professional elite force.
Third, we must focus on mass prevention and governance, and build a solid defense line. To do a good job in national security work, we must rely closely on the people. We must adhere to the mass viewpoint, follow the mass line, expand effective ways for the people to participate in national security governance, develop and strengthen the forces of mass prevention and governance, and improve the national security governance system of co-construction, co-governance, and sharing. Highlight the concept of comprehensive security, give play to Fujian's advantages of having many Party history events, many red resources, and many revolutionary predecessors, take the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army's Long March as an opportunity, carefully carry out the National Security Education Day activities for all people, and effectively enhance the national security awareness and literacy of all people. Incorporate national security education into the national education and spiritual civilization construction system, promote national security education into government agencies, schools, enterprises, communities, villages, military camps, and the Internet in an integrated manner, strengthen national security public welfare publicity, create a strong atmosphere of "every day is '4·15'," and gather a strong force to maintain national security.
(The author is the Secretary of the Fujian Provincial Party Committee and Director of the Standing Committee of the Fujian Provincial People's Congress)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 张天培
In the early morning, as the east turned white, the sun slowly leaped out of the sea, and the salty sea breeze, carrying moisture, rushed towards the face. Wang Xinghai (王兴海), the director of the Yongxing Coast Police Station (永兴海岸派出所) of the Eighth Detachment of the Anti-Smuggling and Coast Management Corps of the Hainan Provincial Public Security Department (海南省公安厅反走私和海岸管理总队), tidied up his equipment and embarked on a day's coastal patrol.
The intense ultraviolet rays poured down, and in less than a day, Wang Xinghai's (王兴海) cheeks and arms were tanned black and red, and his police uniform was soaked with sweat, then dried by the sea breeze, congealing into a layer of white salt frost.
"Walking on the patrol coastline makes me feel at ease." This is Wang Xinghai's (王兴海) eleventh year stationed on the island, and he is full of affection for this place. "Settling down is defending the country, and being stationed on the island is dedication."
On the blue territory of the motherland's southern border, Yongxing Island (永兴岛) is like a bright pearl, quietly nestled between the sea and the sky. It is far from the mainland, with strong winds and waves, high temperature and humidity, and harsh conditions, but there is a group of guardians in navy blue police uniforms who are rooted in the island all year round, sleeping with the sound of the waves, taking the island as their home and the sea as their post.
In 2015, the detachment selected island-guarding police officers from the entire province, and Wang Xinghai (王兴海) took the initiative to apply: "I want to go to a difficult place, to defend the border in the place where the motherland and the people need it most."
"It's fake to say I don't miss my family, but there is a country before there is a home." Looking at the rising five-star red flag, Wang Xinghai's (王兴海) face was full of pride.
From the docks densely packed with fishing boats to the well-arranged fishing villages, from the rocky beaches to the open observation posts, Wang Xinghai (王兴海) and his colleagues patrol and control day after day, year after year, to ensure the safety of the coastline and the stability of the jurisdiction.
In the waters of Yongxing Island (永兴岛), fishing boats come and go. At the bustling dock, the police carefully check the ship's documents, carefully check and test life-saving equipment, and repeatedly urge fishermen to pay attention to the weather and standardize operations.
"Wherever the boat is, we are there." After finishing the routine inspection of fishing boats going to sea, police officer Fu Quanzhuang (付全庄) stared at the ship management platform, observing the movement of the ships.
Fu Quanzhuang (付全庄) is the ship management police officer on the island, and anything related to ships cannot bypass him. "During the fishing season, we have to go to the shore every day to check the ships, whether the engine has hidden dangers, whether the positioning system can work normally, we must carefully check clearly, which is directly related to the safety of fishermen's lives," said Fu Quanzhuang (付全庄).
Fu Quanzhuang (付全庄) came to his current position last year. He slowly explored, from being completely ignorant of fishing to becoming half a fishery expert. He knows everything about the rules of fishermen going to sea and the situation of sea waves.
A warning message caught Fu Quanzhuang's (付全庄) attention: "Sansha 0105035 (三沙0105035)" did not report its departure when going to sea. Fu Quanzhuang (付全庄) immediately inquired about the situation of the shipowner. It turned out that due to communication negligence, the shipowner missed the report of going to sea. Fortunately, there was no major problem.
The sea is unpredictable, and dangers often occur. Ship failures, fishermen accidentally injured, sudden encounters with strong winds and waves and loss of contact... Whenever a call for help comes, the police always set off fully armed at the first time, driving patrol boats to the vast sea. "Being able to contact the police in time, I don't panic," said Huang Ming (黄明), a fisherman from Yongxing Island (永兴岛).
Yongxing Island (永兴岛) is far from the mainland, and transportation is inconvenient. The police are not only loyal guards of the border and the sea, but also intimate relatives who serve the masses.
On the island, there is a "Sansha Know-It-All (三沙百事通)" - police officer Li Mingju (李明举). On the first day of working on the island, he found the roster of fishermen and the address book of various departments, and stored the names, phone numbers, addresses and other information of every fisherman and every department staff on the island in his mobile phone. "This way, if something happens, you can quickly find the right person." Li Mingju (李明举) talked about how to do community work well, and there is a bottom line standard: be familiar with people, be familiar with the place, and be familiar with the situation.
"This is a fisherman from Yongxing Community (永兴社区), this is a worker who came to the island last month..." Most of the people who pass by Li Mingju (李明举) can match their names.
The construction site on the island has a large flow of people and a complex situation. Li Mingju (李明举) is worried, and he and his colleagues have to patrol at night to investigate risks and hidden dangers and understand the needs of workers. "The sundries piled on the second floor should be cleaned up in time," "Have you watched the anti-fraud video sent yesterday," "Have the workers next door been arguing again recently," Li Mingju (李明举) is meticulous, and he has to tell everyone he meets a few words. Over time, Li Mingju (李明举) has developed a nagging mouth. "There is no small matter for the masses, and I can't rest assured if it is not handled well," said Li Mingju (李明举).
In response to the problem of scattered islands and reefs and inconvenient travel for the masses, the Yongxing Coast Police Station (永兴海岸派出所) moved the police office to the fishermen's side and set up two police offices on Jinqing Island (晋卿岛) and Zhaoshu Island (赵述岛), and stationed island-guarding police officers. When fishermen are in urgent need of supplies, they use the opportunity of supply ships to the island to carry and transport them; if fishermen go to the island to visit relatives, they will regularly come to help clean the courtyard and repair water and electricity, becoming the "intimate people of the island" in the mouths of the masses.
On the lonely island, the police of the Yongxing Coast Police Station (永兴海岸派出所) quietly hide their longing for their families in their hearts, and firmly shoulder their responsibility to the country and their love for the masses.
Return to TopThis newspaper's Beijing (北京) dispatch on April 15th (Reporter Zhang Shuo (张烁)) - Chen Binhua (陈斌华), spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office (国务院台办), stated during a press conference on April 15th, in response to questions, that developing cross-strait relations and achieving the reunification of the motherland has, as one of its main goals, allowing compatriots on both sides of the strait to live a better life. We have consistently adhered to the concept of **两岸一家亲** (liǎng àn yī jiā qīn - "both sides of the strait are one family," emphasizing the close kinship and shared heritage between people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait), actively doing practical things, good things, and solving difficult problems for Taiwan (台湾) compatriots. Peaceful reunification will create enormous opportunities for the economic and social development of Taiwan, bring tangible benefits to the vast number of Taiwan compatriots, and usher in a more beautiful future for both sides of the strait.
He pointed out that after peaceful reunification, in terms of people's livelihood, we will promote the sharing of public services and public resources between the two sides, provide more convenience for Taiwan compatriots, make the supply of people's livelihood materials in the Taiwan region more abundant and diverse, and allow the people to enjoy more affordable and high-quality products, further reducing production and living costs. In addition, with a strong motherland as a backing, the Taiwan region does not need to spend huge amounts on defense, and fiscal revenue can be used to improve people's livelihood, enrich pensions, health insurance, labor insurance, and other funds, and the medical and health, science, education, culture and sports, and social welfare levels of Taiwan compatriots will be higher and the guarantees will be better.
In terms of employment, we will further introduce and implement policies and measures that benefit Taiwan compatriots and Taiwan enterprises, implement equal treatment for Taiwan compatriots and Taiwan enterprises, create better conditions for Taiwan compatriots to study, work, and live in the mainland, and enable Taiwan compatriots and Taiwan enterprises to further share the opportunities and achievements of the rapid development of new industries and new business forms in the mainland, and obtain more employment choices than on the island.
Chen Binhua (陈斌华) said that national reunification is not only a great cause, but also a great benefit. He hopes that the vast number of compatriots will uphold national righteousness, recognize the great benefits of reunification, and actively participate in promoting the peaceful development of cross-strait relations and advancing the just cause of the reunification of the motherland.
Despite the Democratic Progressive Party (民进党) authorities' best efforts to obstruct cross-strait exchanges and interactions, data released by the National Immigration Administration (国家移民管理局) shows that in the first quarter of this year, the number of Taiwan compatriot permits processed increased by 11.8% year-on-year, and the number of Taiwan compatriots entering the mainland increased by 27.6% year-on-year. Chen Binhua (陈斌华) commented on this, pointing out that facts have repeatedly proven that peace, development, exchange, and cooperation are the mainstream public opinion in Taiwan society. The Democratic Progressive Party (民进党) authorities, disregarding public opinion and **逆潮流而动** (nì cháo liú ér dòng - "swim against the tide," to go against the prevailing trend), are destined to fail.
In response to relevant questions, Chen Binhua (陈斌华) pointed out that the introduction of ten policy measures to promote cross-strait exchanges and cooperation fully reflects our position and proposition of adhering to promoting people's livelihood and well-being through exchange and integration, and aims to promote the peaceful development of cross-strait relations and enhance the kinship and well-being of compatriots on both sides of the strait. On the common political basis of adhering to the "1992 Consensus" ("九二共识") and opposing "Taiwan independence" ("台独"), we are willing to strengthen exchanges and dialogue with Taiwan's political parties, including the Kuomintang of China (中国国民党), groups, and people from all walks of life, and advance relevant work. We believe that sharing peace, seeking common development, and promoting common prosperity across the Taiwan Strait is a blessing for compatriots on both sides of the strait and will surely receive the widespread support of the people of Taiwan.
Return to TopOn April 15th, Taihe Community of the Yellow River Subdistrict in the Suqian Economic and Technological Development Zone (宿迁经济技术开发区) of Jiangsu Province, in conjunction with the Suqian Hospital (宿迁医院) of Jiangsu Provincial People's Hospital (江苏省人民医院), launched a community-based health and public welfare themed event. The event included elements such as a health lecture hall, emergency first aid training, and free clinics by experts. The medical team provided residents with various medical services, including color ultrasound examinations and blood pressure measurements. The picture shows medical staff providing free diagnosis and treatment services to the public.
Photo by Xu Jianghai (徐江海) (Image China)
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporter: Lin Lili (林丽鹂)) The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) (市场监管总局) (National Standardization Administration (国家标准委)) recently approved and released 6 national standards for fire safety of building materials, providing technical support for quality testing and evaluation of building fire prevention materials, ensuring the safety of people's lives and property from the source, and promoting high-quality development of the building materials industry.
Among them, "Test method for non-combustibility of building materials" clarifies that the three key indicators of temperature rise in the furnace, mass loss rate, and flame combustion time are used as the criteria for determining non-combustibility at a high temperature of 750 degrees Celsius, providing a classification basis for the highest level of A-level non-combustible materials; "Test method for flammability of building materials" focuses on evaluating the surface flammability of materials at room temperature, and strengthens the effective assessment of early fire risks by refining the test ignition method and flame spread judgment requirements; "Reaction to fire tests for building products - Determination of the gross calorific value" adds a method for measuring the net calorific value of materials, providing a new basis for improving the classification and evaluation of A-level non-combustible materials; "Reaction to fire tests for floorings - Part 1: Determination of the burning behaviour using a radiant heat source" focuses on ground materials, simulates the thermal radiation effect in a real fire, and improves the accuracy of fire performance evaluation of flooring materials; "Reaction to fire tests for building products - Single burning item (SBI)" improves the calibration method of the test fire source and improves the accuracy of the test data; "Test method for flame retardancy of building materials" adds a calorimeter device on the basis of the traditional vertical furnace test, which can realize the synchronous observation of fire spread and heat release, and further optimizes and improves the heat release measurement model.
Return to TopThis newspaper Shenyang (沈阳) April 15th (Reporter Liu Hongchao (刘洪超)) The reporter learned from the Liaoning Province (辽宁省) government regulations and administrative normative documents cleanup work promotion meeting: From now on, Liaoning (辽宁) will launch a 6-month centralized cleanup of government regulations and administrative normative documents. This cleanup focuses on the bottlenecks and obstacles hindering the construction of a unified national market, focusing on non-compliance with high-quality development requirements, exclusion and restriction of fair competition, unfavorable elimination of local protectionism and hidden barriers, unequal treatment of private enterprise development, non-compliance with the correct view of political achievements, and unsuitability to the current economic and social development and comprehensive deepening of reform requirements and other deep-seated problems. At the same time, government regulations and administrative normative documents for which work tasks have been completed and the applicable period has passed will also be cleaned up.
This cleanup adheres to the principle of "whoever formulates, implements, cleans up, and is responsible," and the scope includes regulations formulated by provincial and municipal governments before December 31, 2025, as well as administrative normative documents formulated by provincial, municipal, and county governments and their subordinate departments. The Liaoning Provincial Department of Justice (辽宁省司法厅) will take the lead in coordinating and providing business guidance to various regions and departments. By strengthening collaborative linkage and building a closely linked chain of responsibility, the quality and efficiency of the cleanup work will be improved, the application of results will be done well, and policies will truly be made "visible, usable, and implementable."
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 洪秋婷 李 刚
Opening the "Canton Fair" (广交会) app on his phone, Osama Al-Fay (奥萨马·阿里法伊), a buyer from Saudi Arabia (沙特阿拉伯), placed an order for milk tea with a tap of his finger. Soon after, a drone carrying an orange delivery box landed smoothly at a designated point in Area B of the Canton Fair. Subsequently, a silver-gray humanoid robot steadily lifted the drink and delivered it to Osama.
"Too cool! This is my first time experiencing drone delivery. In such a large exhibition hall, I don't have to rush around and queue up, and I can easily get drinks, which is time-saving and novel!" Osama praised repeatedly. This new technological experience from a cup of milk tea illuminated the first day of this overseas buyer's Canton Fair trip in a cool way.
On the morning of April 15th, the 139th Canton Fair officially opened in Guangzhou (广州), Guangdong (广东). The scale of this Canton Fair has reached a new high, with a total exhibition area of 1.55 million square meters, setting up 75,700 booths, and gathering more than 32,000 exhibitors, of which about 3,900 companies are making their debut. The layout of the exhibition area closely follows the "new, green, and intelligent" trend, and nine new special areas have been added, including consumer-grade drones, smart wearables, display technology, and agricultural drones. The total number of exhibition product special areas has increased to 179, accurately connecting with the global industrial chain upgrade needs, and realizing full category coverage from traditional manufacturing to advanced manufacturing.
This Canton Fair has set up special areas for consumer-grade drones and agricultural drones, focusing on technologies such as flight control systems, artificial intelligence obstacle avoidance, and new energy power, comprehensively presenting the technological innovation achievements of China's drone industry, and also building an efficient docking trade platform for domestic and foreign buyers.
Arriving at the consumer-grade drone special area, the steady hum of drones flying at low altitude immediately came to the ears. Various exquisitely shaped drones were neatly displayed, and real-time aerial photography, rescue, and other scene images were played on the demonstration screen. Juan (胡安), a buyer from Brazil (巴西), sat in the cockpit of Yutong Aviation's Yutu S100 ultra-light aircraft, carefully inquiring about its load capacity, speed, and safety protection. After evaluation, he believes that this product will have a large market space in Brazil.
This is a microcosm of the opening day of the Canton Fair. While communicating and experiencing, many intended orders were facilitated in the interaction. At the new product launch event on the opening day, various smart products took turns "showing off their skills," "competing" for the attention of buyers: robots that can play badminton, robots that can intelligently clean bed surfaces, bionic quadruped robots...
"Bang!" A humanoid robot received a high-speed badminton in less than a second, completing a series of actions including observation, judgment, stepping, drawing the racket, and hitting the ball, eliciting cheers from the crowd.
"After multi-stage reinforcement learning, this robot has multiple wrist degrees of freedom, can simulate humans' 'wrist' strength, and can complete three hitting actions: forehand, backhand, and high lob. It is a qualified 'badminton partner'!" said Wang Mengdi (王梦迪), market brand manager of Guangzhou Dongyi Artificial Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd. (广州动易人工智能科技有限公司).
The concentrated appearance of smart exhibits is a highlight of this Canton Fair. As the first foreign trade exhibition in the first year of the "15th Five-Year Plan," the number of emerging future industry special areas in this Canton Fair has increased to 18, allowing new quality productive forces to move from the workshop to the exhibition stand and from technology to orders. Among the 4.65 million exhibits on display, new products, green products, and independent intellectual property products account for 23%, 22%, and 25% respectively, and 61% of exhibitors apply new technologies such as the industrial Internet and artificial intelligence.
"At this year's Canton Fair, I saw more and more digital and intelligent products. They are well integrated into people's daily life and consumption, and the beautiful vision of technology changing life will become a reality," said Pavel (帕维尔), a Russian (俄罗斯) buyer. As China's foreign trade "barometer" and "weathervane," this Canton Fair will hold more than 600 new product launch events, activate the vitality of the exhibition with "intelligence + scenarios," and provide global merchants with more convenient, more accurate, and more efficient trade services.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 于 洋
Entering Hall 3 of the Hainan International Convention and Exhibition Center (海南国际会展中心), "health" is the keyword: a dazzling array of health products, bustling visitors, and lively online broadcasts... From "treating illness" to "preventing illness," from "passive medical treatment" to "active health," this year's Consumer Expo health consumption exhibition area has become a window for observing the construction of a Healthy China.
Compared with previous sessions, this year's booths have welcomed more young people—young parents pushing strollers, white-collar workers carrying backpacks, carefully inquiring about products such as probiotics and liver protection tablets, as well as blood sugar management solutions. Health consumption has already become the "traffic driver" of this year's Consumer Expo. Behind this is the improvement of the national health awareness.
In front of the German HA Pharmacy (德国HA大药房) booth, Chen Ya (陈雅), a 28-year-old resident of Haikou (海口), Hainan (海南), pushed a stroller while looking and asking questions. Her child has just turned two years old, and she is worried about the child's intestinal problems during the changing seasons. "In the past, I relied entirely on overseas purchasing, and I wasn't confident," she said. The Consumer Expo has brands setting up booths directly, allowing her to ask pharmacists face-to-face, "which is more convenient and reassuring."
"This is our sixth time participating in the Consumer Expo. The heads of six European brands have come to the Consumer Expo to endorse their products, hoping to establish closer ties with Chinese consumers," said the relevant person in charge of the German HA Pharmacy's parent company.
Not far away, in the Canadian (加拿大) guest-of-honor exhibition area, a health and nutrition brand's booth attracted many people. Keith Taverner (基思·塔弗纳), the brand's director of regulatory affairs, was introducing a high-purity fish oil to the audience in English. "Chinese consumers pay more attention to ingredients, purity, and absorption rates than many European and American countries," Taverner told reporters. "This is one of the signs of a mature market. We are planning to set up a second Chinese office in Hainan, and the Consumer Expo is the best springboard."
From the main venue in Haikou to the Boao Lecheng (博鳌乐城) sub-venue, the popularity of health consumption is rising. Karoline Strelner (卡洛琳·施特尔纳), an exhibitor from Germany (德国), said: "From buying medicine to buying health products and health food, from pharmaceutical consumption to health consumption, the concept of prevention first advocated by Healthy China is becoming increasingly popular."
Layout design: Zhang Danfeng (张丹峰)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 张志锋 罗阳奇
Why does an industrial park in Anhui attract many Shanghai enterprises to settle down?
Walking into the Liusong Modern Industrial Park (六松现代产业园) in Jin'an District (金安区), Lu'an City (六安市), Anhui Province (安徽省), in the production workshop of Anhui Mansheng Packaging Co., Ltd. (安徽曼盛包装有限公司), automated production lines are running at high speed, processing plastic particles into potato chip can lids.
The Chinese headquarters of Mansheng Packaging is located in Xinqiao Town (新桥镇), Songjiang District (松江区), Shanghai (上海市). Three years ago, after learning about the company's expansion needs, Xinqiao Town immediately introduced it to the Liusong Modern Industrial Park (六松现代产业园), jointly built by Songjiang (松江) and Lu'an (六安).
Once there are spillover projects, various administrative units and state-owned enterprises in Songjiang (松江), Shanghai (上海) will actively recommend them to settle in the Liusong Modern Industrial Park (六松现代产业园). This is not only a pairing assistance cooperation relationship between Lu'an (六安) and Songjiang (松江), but also stems from a "fiscal and tax sharing, statistical calculation" benefit-sharing mechanism.
In November 2024, Songjiang (松江) and Lu'an (六安) signed the "Liusong Modern Industrial Park Benefit Sharing Mechanism Agreement" (《六松现代产业园利益共享机制协议》), which clearly stipulates that for industrial projects recommended by Songjiang District (松江区) to settle in the Liusong Modern Industrial Park (六松现代产业园), the tax revenue generated within 5 years will be divided between Lu'an (六安) and Songjiang (松江) at a ratio of 6:4. After 5 years, Songjiang District (松江区) will no longer participate in the sharing.
"This is a new attempt at cross-provincial cooperation. Our assistance to Lu'an (六安) is no longer a one-sided 'blood transfusion', but a win-win cooperation. The coordinated development with Lu'an (六安) has promoted the win-win situation of industrial cross-regional transfer." Shen Jialin (沈家林), a cadre from Songjiang District (松江区) stationed in Lu'an (六安) and general manager of Anhui Liusong Modern Industrial Park Operation and Management Co., Ltd. (安徽六松现代产业园区运营管理有限公司), said that the benefit-sharing mechanism has solved the problem of "the transfer-out area fearing loss and the receiving area finding it difficult to attract investment" in cross-regional industrial transfer.
The cooperation mechanism between the two places has also received support from provincial departments. In February 2025, the Anhui Provincial Bureau of Statistics (安徽省统计局) and the Development and Reform Commission (发展改革委) jointly issued the "Statistical Data Sharing and Use Measures (Trial Implementation) for Liusong Modern Industrial Park (Jin'an Economic Development Zone)" (《六松现代产业园（金安经济开发区）统计数据分算使用办法（试行）》) with the Shanghai Municipal Bureau of Statistics (上海市统计局) and the Development and Reform Commission (发展改革委), breaking regional restrictions and administrative barriers from the provincial level. It is clarified that for enterprises included in the benefit-sharing mechanism, 5 indicators including fixed asset investment, industrial investment, total industrial output value above designated size, added value, and operating income will also be statistically divided and calculated according to a certain proportion within 5 years.
The two parties also jointly established an industrial fund with a total scale of 500 million yuan. "Our investment promotion personnel in Lu'an (六安) share leads, jointly inspect companies, jointly evaluate feasibility studies, jointly coordinate problems, and jointly promote processes, forming in-depth coordination and integrated investment promotion," said Shen Jialin (沈家林).
Xian Saifulesi Semiconductor Technology Co., Ltd. (西安赛富乐斯半导体科技有限公司) sought off-site expansion. Through the joint efforts of the two places to attract investment, and with investment from the industrial fund jointly built by both parties, the company's R&D center was finally located in Songjiang (松江), and the production base was located in Lu'an (六安).
The Liusong Modern Industrial Park (六松现代产业园) has cumulatively connected with more than 110 pieces of various project information, successfully attracting 13 projects with an investment of more than 100 million yuan, with a total investment of 7.308 billion yuan. Mansheng Packaging (曼盛包装) and Saifulesi (赛富乐斯) have been identified as the first batch of benefit-sharing projects.
In February of this year, the "Opinions of the General Office of the CPC Central Committee and the General Office of the State Council on Accelerating the Revitalization and Development of Old Revolutionary Areas" (《中共中央办公厅国务院办公厅关于加快革命老区振兴发展的意见》) was issued, proposing to further promote counterpart cooperation between key cities in old revolutionary areas and developed cities in the east, and build a number of cross-regional cooperation platforms.
"As a key assistance city for old revolutionary areas and Shanghai (上海), we use the industrial park jointly built by both parties as a platform to explore and establish a cross-provincial benefit-sharing mechanism, effectively promoting the rational flow and efficient allocation of capital, technology, talent, land and other factors across regions, and promoting the revitalization and development of old areas to a new level," said Fang Zheng (方正), Secretary of the Lu'an Municipal Party Committee (六安市委书记).
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporter Ge Mengchao (葛孟超)): According to statistics from the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (国家外汇管理局): In March, banks settled $273.6 billion in foreign exchange and sold $257.6 billion. Banks' foreign-related receipts on behalf of customers were $823.9 billion, and foreign payments were $855.9 billion.
Li Bin (李斌), Deputy Director and spokesperson of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (国家外汇管理局), introduced that since the beginning of this year, China's economy has had a good start, its foreign-related economy has developed steadily, the foreign exchange market has become more active, transactions have been stable and orderly, the scale of cross-border receipts and payments in the first quarter increased by 16% year-on-year, the domestic foreign exchange supply and demand are generally balanced, and market expectations remain stable.
First, foreign exchange transactions remain active. In March, the trading volume in the foreign exchange market was $4.4 trillion, an increase of 16% year-on-year. Cross-border receipts and payments of non-bank sectors such as enterprises and individuals totaled $1.7 trillion, an increase of 26% year-on-year.
Second, the supply and demand of foreign exchange are basically balanced. In March, the surplus of bank foreign exchange settlement and sales was $16 billion, a decrease of 63% month-on-month, and the supply and demand of foreign exchange were more balanced. Among them, entities such as enterprises showed a rational trading model of settling foreign exchange at high prices and purchasing foreign exchange at low prices according to market changes, and the foreign exchange settlement rate and purchase rate both increased steadily month-on-month.
Third, cross-border capital flows are generally stable. Net cross-border capital outflow from non-bank sectors such as enterprises and individuals was $32.1 billion. By channel, net capital inflow remained under trade in goods, and capital flows under direct investment were relatively stable; affected by changes in the international market, cross-border capital under securities investment fluctuated somewhat, but has gradually stabilized since April.
Return to TopThis Tianjin (天津) report on April 15th (Reporter Jin Bo (靳博)) - According to Tianjin Customs (天津海关), the total value of imports and exports in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region in the first quarter of this year was 1.14 trillion yuan, an increase of 10% year-on-year (YOY), accounting for 9.7% of the country's total foreign trade imports and exports. Among them, exports were 360.92 billion yuan, an increase of 11.5%; imports were 783.53 billion yuan, an increase of 9.3%.
The "ballast stone" effect of state-owned enterprises is prominent, and the growth rate of private enterprises leads the way. In the first quarter, the imports and exports of state-owned enterprises in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region were 576.41 billion yuan, an increase of 7.2%, accounting for 50.4% of the total value of imports and exports in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region. The imports and exports of private enterprises were 342.48 billion yuan, an increase of 22.6%, which was 10.6 percentage points higher than the average growth rate, accounting for 29.9%.
Export destinations are diversified, and the development momentum in emerging markets is good. The European Union and ASEAN still occupy the main positions, with imports and exports of 132.68 billion yuan and 102.69 billion yuan respectively, an increase of 2% and 16.9% respectively, accounting for a total of 20.6%. Imports and exports to emerging markets such as Africa, Brazil, and Australia increased by 16.8%, 50%, and 41.8% respectively, accounting for a total of 20.4%.
Exports of mechanical and electrical products account for more than 60%, and commodities such as electronic components and automobiles have a significant pulling effect. Exports of mechanical and electrical products were 216.77 billion yuan, an increase of 18.2%, accounting for 60.1% of the total value of exported goods in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region. Among them, exports of electronic components and automobiles increased by 59.4% and 18.2% respectively, driving the export growth rate of mechanical and electrical products by 7.1 percentage points.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 白光迪
In the evening, on a main urban road in Suzhou (苏州市), Jiangsu Province (江苏省), traffic flows slowly. A dark-colored new energy vehicle drives through an intersection, its white-on-black license plate attracting the attention of passersby.
Such scenes are not isolated cases. In recent days, videos of "new energy vehicle license plates turning white" have frequently appeared on various social media platforms.
With the rapid growth in the number of new energy vehicles, some car owners are using their ingenuity on the color of their license plates. Some bloggers are posting so-called "license plate fading tutorials" on internet platforms, and others are directly posting before-and-after comparisons in the comments section, treating the "color change effect" as a shared achievement. However, such "modifications" have crossed the boundaries of regulations from the very beginning.
The Jiangsu (江苏) Public Security Traffic Management Department clearly stated that artificially fading motor vehicle license plates is a violation of the law, as it constitutes intentional defacement of vehicle license plates. According to Article 11 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China (中华人民共和国道路交通安全法)," motor vehicle license plates shall be displayed as prescribed and kept clear and complete, and shall not be intentionally obscured or defaced.
"Artificially fading motor vehicle license plates is illegal. We will increase roadside enforcement efforts, and we will investigate and deal with such behavior whenever it is discovered," said Wu Juxing (吴巨星), a police officer from the Legal Publicity and Security Support Detachment of the Traffic Management Corps of the Jiangsu Provincial Public Security Department (江苏省公安厅交管总队).
In fact, the primary attribute of a license plate has never been decoration, but rather identification and management. No matter how it is adjusted, this basic function must be guaranteed.
From a technical perspective, the potential hazards of this behavior cannot be ignored. The surface of a motor vehicle license plate is covered with a special reflective film structure that can reflect light back to the camera equipment at night or in low-light conditions, thereby forming a clear contrast and ensuring accurate identification by the electronic capture system. Chemical soaking or strong light irradiation will damage this structure. Once the reflective performance decreases, license plate recognition may be affected in complex environments such as rainy days and nights, which not only increases the difficulty of law enforcement, but may also create hidden dangers for accountability in traffic accidents. Some industry insiders have warned that the so-called "does not affect recognition" claims in some online videos do not have a scientific basis and are likely to mislead the public.
License plates, to some extent, carry aesthetic expression functions. But at the same time, as an important symbol of public management, the design of motor vehicle license plates has uniformity and functional requirements. Under such a premise, some people artificially pursue so-called visual effects and "modify" the license plates, which in essence has crossed the boundaries of regulations.
Return to TopHarbin, April 15th (Reporter Guo Xiaolong (郭晓龙)) – The reporter learned from China Railway Harbin Bureau Group Co., Ltd. (中国铁路哈尔滨局集团有限公司) that as of April 14th, the number of China-Europe freight trains passing through the "Eastern Corridor" of the China-Europe freight train service this year has exceeded 2,000, sending 200,804 TEUs of goods, a year-on-year increase of 44.8%.
The "Eastern Corridor" of the China-Europe freight train service is composed of the three major railway ports of Manzhouli (满洲里), Suifenhe (绥芬河), and Tongjiang North (同江北), and has formed 27 stable operating routes.
Manzhouli Station (满洲里站) has strengthened the "railway, customs, and enterprise" three-party linkage, and through the railway rapid customs clearance model, the customs clearance processing time for China-Europe freight trains is controlled within 2 hours. The station has successively invested in an intelligent sensing system, with an average of 2 seconds to complete the information collection of each carriage, and the operation time of the entire train is shortened to within 1 minute. Suifenhe Station (绥芬河站) has explored the potential of transshipment operations, launched convenient measures such as 7×24-hour appointment customs clearance, priority review, and railway fast pass, and promoted intelligent supervision, digital customs clearance, and efficient inspection and release. Tongjiang North Station (同江北站) utilizes the linkage advantages of "four yards and one office" to improve the accuracy of operation plans and realize the "fast loading and unloading, fast in and fast out" of China-Europe freight trains.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 宋朝军
Headline Highlights
Currently, a new wave of popular culture and art is surging, quietly reshaping the cultural landscape around us, where everyone can create and life is art. In Gansu (甘肃), more than 200 mass cultural and artistic performance activities are planned this year, covering all counties and districts in the province. The atmosphere of "written by the masses, performed by the masses, and enjoyed by the masses" promotes grassroots people to become participants in literary and artistic creation, expressing the most moving power of art with simple and sincere expressions.
"When the Qin腔 (Qínqiāng) opera roars and the banhu (板胡) sounds, I, a northwestern man more than 1,000 kilometers away, shed tears." "Watching the old neighbors sing Qin腔 (Qínqiāng) opera live is so fresh!" Similar messages continued to flood the screen during the nearly 3-hour live broadcast.
On the other end of the network is the Tietang Qin腔 (Tiětáng Qínqiāng) Opera Art Troupe of Anding District (安定区), Dingxi City (定西市), Gansu Province (甘肃省), where the performance venue is bustling with people.
Since January of this year, Gansu Province (甘肃省) has organized the "2026 Auspicious Gansu (如意甘肃) - Mass Culture and Art National Show - Provincial Mass Culture and Art Performance and Broadcasting" event, arranging more than 200 mass cultural and artistic performance activities throughout the year, covering all counties and districts in the province. Compared with previous activities such as delivering operas to the countryside and benefiting the people, the performances have been innovative in terms of participating entities, performance content, and communication methods, further enhancing the main position of the masses in literary and artistic creation.
From roaring Qin腔 (Qínqiāng) opera to singing Hua'er (花儿), from "village galas" to social fires, from Nuo dances and Nuo operas to folk intangible cultural heritage... "Written by the masses, performed by the masses, and enjoyed by the masses," Gansu (甘肃) continues to promote grassroots people to become participants in literary and artistic creation.
New Subject
From "Watching from the Audience" to "Performing on Stage"
"Great!" Yuan Lijun (原李军), the head of the Tietang Qin腔 (Tiětáng Qínqiāng) Opera Art Troupe, gave a thumbs up to Zhang Xiu'e (张秀娥) after she finished performing Qin腔 (Qínqiāng) opera.
Zhang Xiu'e (张秀娥) lives in Anding District (安定区), not far from the theater. "I recognize this tune, performance, and gongs and drums. Listening to Qin腔 (Qínqiāng) opera is comfortable, and I always wanted to go on stage and sing a few lines." More than 20 years ago, Zhang Xiu'e (张秀娥) had the idea of singing opera. Over the years, through activities such as delivering operas to the countryside and communities, Zhang Xiu'e (张秀娥) has listened to many good operas. Watching the performances on stage, she learned by herself and hummed a few lines from time to time.
During the National Day holiday in 2025, the local area held a "Opera Fans Competition", inviting Qin腔 (Qínqiāng) opera artists from various places to serve as judges, and many amateur enthusiasts like Zhang Xiu'e (张秀娥) signed up. During the more than one-month competition, Zhang Xiu'e (张秀娥) and others exchanged ideas and gained a lot of recognition in learning. Under such circumstances, Yuan Lijun (原李军) learned about Zhang Xiu'e's (张秀娥) talent and invited her to perform on stage. This performance had more than 400 audience members, both sitting and standing. From "watching from the audience" to "performing on stage," Zhang Xiu'e (张秀娥) was very excited, "**20多年的愿望这回成真了！**" (20 duō nián de yuànwàng zhè huí chéngzhēn le - "A dream of over 20 years has finally come true!," expressing the fulfillment of a long-held wish).
In 2025, in the Tietang Qin腔 (Tiětáng Qínqiāng) Opera Art Troupe alone, more than 100 people participated in the performance, from breakfast shop operators to migrant workers, taxi drivers, and students from campus opera clubs. Literary and artistic enthusiasts from different industries sang their own Qin腔 (Qínqiāng) opera on professional stages.
Also taking the stage are folk arts from daily labor.
In the stadium of Suonan Town (锁南镇), Dongxiang Autonomous County (东乡族自治县), Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture (临夏回族自治州), the mass cultural and artistic performance stage is simple and lively. Ma Jun (马俊), who returned home from working in other places, sang a Hua'er (花儿) song with a loud and high-pitched voice. "The place where I live has developed from a rural area into a community, and I have deep feelings, so I integrated my emotions into the Hua'er (花儿) tune," said Ma Jun (马俊). Previously, he stood out from the local mass stage competition and finally got the opportunity to perform on stage.
"How to sing and what to sing, the organizers respect us very much, and I can fully demonstrate my advantages." Ma Jun (马俊) pointed to the program list and said that there are nearly 30 mass actors in this performance. This year, Dongxiang County (东乡县) will also hold more large-scale mass performances and hundreds of small and refined performances in communities (villages).
New Content
From "Watching Whatever is Performed" to "Performing Whatever is Watched"
"Dongxiang (东乡) tribute sheep ran to Beijing (北京), and hand-grabbed meat became real gold. All ethnic groups are united as one, galloping on the road to prosperity!" Ma Jun (马俊) sang enthusiastically on stage.
This Hua'er (花儿) song is Ma Jun's (马俊) original work. "The song sings about the beautiful scenery and social development of Suonan Town (锁南镇), which are all our personal feelings." Ma Jun (马俊) introduced that he wrote the upgrading of the town's natural gas pipeline network, the updating of transportation facilities, and the local customs into the song, "**唱出我们生活里的烟火气。**" (chàng chū wǒmen shēnghuó lǐ de yānhuǒ qì - "singing out the everyday life," capturing the essence and vibrancy of daily existence).
During the official performance, there were more than 500 audience members. Ma Jun (马俊) was a little nervous at first. "The feedback from the neighbors was particularly good, and many people stood up to watch, indicating that I found the right way to perform." Ma Jun (马俊) became more and more relaxed.
From "watching whatever is performed" to "performing whatever is watched," higher requirements are placed on the quality of performances. How to balance "lowering the threshold" and "ensuring quality"? The Anding District (安定区) cultural and tourism department has specially established a folk talent pool, and improves the performance level of the masses through inviting experts to guide competitions, daily discussions, and one-on-one training.
Under the guidance of the cultural and tourism department, Zhang Xiu'e (张秀娥) sought advice from many Qin腔 (Qínqiāng) opera Laodan (老旦) and Qingyi (青衣) performers on how to swing her arms with vigor and how to kick her robes and turn around... "There are skills in the upward movement of the fingers and the slight sobbing."
The Dingxi Qin腔 (定西秦腔) Opera Art Research Center and the Dingxi Qin腔 (定西秦腔) Opera Art Alliance are located in the Tietang Qin腔 (Tiětáng Qínqiāng) Opera Art Troupe. "Before and after the performances, local large troupes, art experts, and enthusiasts often come here to discuss performances. If there are troupes from other places, we will also invite them to join us and learn from each other," said Yuan Lijun (原李军).
New Communication
From "On and Off the Stage" to "In Front of and Behind the Screen"
13 online platforms live broadcast, more than 50,000 people watched online, more than 2,000 messages - this is the harvest of Zhang Xiu'e (张秀娥) and the actors in one night's performance.
For theaters and cultural and tourism departments, spreading the performances of the masses through the screen is not simply moving the offline content to the online, but also means changes in communication methods. "Expanding the participation of the masses, mobilizing everyone's enthusiasm for participating in cultural and artistic life, and the changes in communication methods bring about mutual influence in front of and behind the screen," said Zhang Yun (张云), deputy director of the Anding District (安定区) Culture, Sports, Radio, Television and Tourism Bureau.
The new form of communication inspires a new ecology of mass culture and art, not only allowing the masses from all over the world to see the performances, but also allowing the performers to understand the voices of the audience and improve the quality of the performances.
Taking the live broadcast attempt of the Tietang Qin腔 (Tiětáng Qínqiāng) Opera Art Troupe as an example, "We must not only care about the happiness of the masses singing on stage, but also make the masses on the other end of the network feel comfortable watching." Yuan Lijun (原李军) cited an example, over the past year or so, they have been broadcasting live in theaters and rural communities, and the light and shadow conditions are different in different locations and times, and the differences on the lens screen are obvious.
"During the live broadcast, netizens made suggestions on the position, strength, and duration of the lights, and we listened carefully and debugged and improved." Yuan Lijun (原李军) said that after repeated adjustments, the live broadcast effect is better, and the frequency and satisfaction of mass interaction are also higher.
The updating of communication methods not only breaks the communication space restrictions of the new mass culture and art, but also bridges the "missed opportunities and regrets" caused by time differences. Gansu Province (甘肃省) gives full play to the Gansu Province (甘肃省) Public Cultural Service Cloud Platform and the new media matrix of the Gansu Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, and this year's more than 200 cultural and artistic performances and mass performances organized by local key organizations can all be "on the cloud."
Ma Jun (马俊) has met many folk singers, but he found that "**大部分歌手有本职工作，集中时间交流很难。**" (dà bùfèn gēshǒu yǒu běnzhí gōngzuò, jízhōng shíjiān jiāoliú hěn nán - "Most singers have regular jobs, and it is difficult to concentrate time for communication," highlighting the challenge of coordinating schedules for artistic exchange). In the past two years, Ma Jun (马俊) often sees singers singing to their heart's content by the Yellow River (黄河), on construction sites, and in the fields on video and live broadcast platforms. Through the Internet, he has established regular contact with more than 20 Hua'er (花儿) folk singers. "For example, how to sing the feeling of homesickness and nostalgia in the phrase 'a string of mountains'? Everyone has their own characteristics, and they discuss tones, emotions, and the conversion of real and false voices online." Ma Jun (马俊) said that they know each other offline and become familiar online, and the channels for artistic exchange are smoother.
In addition, the cultural and tourism department also conducts talent training, national art popularization direct recording and broadcasting, etc. Up to now, Gansu (甘肃) has cultivated nearly 600 national art popularization promoters and nearly 10,000 mass amateur cultural groups, and more than 300 literary and artistic talents are active on the stage of the vast mountains and countryside.
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The ongoing 13th China Internet Audio-Visual Conference, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is undoubtedly a high-frequency term. First, look at the "big screen" - AI generation is integrated into all walks of life like "digital blood." The virtual scenes and special effects production of the TV series "The Peaceful Years (太平年)" have been reduced from two months to less than two weeks. Music and videos that once required huge investments to produce can now be "generated with one click" at extremely low cost and in a very short time. Knowledge is exploding, computing power is stacking up, and the world is faster and cooler.
Then look at the "small screen." Recently, a short film "Paper Phone (纸手机)" made using the domestic video large model Ke Ling (可灵) has gone viral: a little boy wants to burn a "paper phone" for his deceased grandmother. The video, made by two young people in three days, brought tears to the eyes of many people, and netizens commented, "The most inhuman AI has created the most human short film."
This leads to the thought of "aesthetic sense." A writer once said that a lack of aesthetic sense is a terminal illness that knowledge cannot cure. As a human partner, AI has greatly enhanced its "IQ" in terms of logic, calculation, and memory; as human teammates of AI, the unique perception, reasoning, and aesthetic abilities of humans have become scarce resources. The AIGC (AI-generated content) works that flood the internet are plagued with problems such as an overabundance of "human-machine feel," clichés, and images without truth. The "AI prompt words" templates that can be easily searched everywhere can easily lead works into new copy-and-paste situations. In this regard, we must be careful about a crisis of aesthetic sense.
Aesthetic sense is the soft power of the intelligent era. "Aesthetics" is about judging the importance of things, feeling the progress and retreat, and is a summary and refinement of people's deep perception of real life in a complex world. Faced with massive amounts of information, each of our clicks, stays, and swipes is an aesthetic behavior in itself. And the more powerful AI is, the more precious the qualities that belong to humans become. A wildly creative idea, an "inopportune" emotion, a resistance to algorithms—these unquantifiable things are precisely how we define ourselves and are the key to good works standing out. Platforms and users are also giving feedback, as Ma Hongbin (马宏彬), senior vice president of Kuaishou (快手), said at the China Internet Audio-Visual Conference, "AI video creation has bid farewell to the stage of pure visual impact and playing with memes, and has truly entered the narrative era of telling stories and competing for emotions."
Fortunately, our nation has always excelled in aesthetics. From the poetic tradition of "without learning poetry, there is no way to speak," to the lifestyle aesthetics integrated into diet and daily life, to the oriental charm displayed in domestic animation—in terms of aesthetic taste and historical accumulation, the Chinese cultural gene is inherited in one continuous line, connecting the past and the present. The sense of identity and belonging to Chinese civilization is a prerequisite for a full aesthetic sense. It can be believed that in the future, the "beauty of craftsmanship" that embodies human wisdom, emotion, and time investment will become more precious.
No matter how fast computing power runs, aesthetic sense must run faster. A more prosperous new mass art and literature ecosystem points to millions of individuals with sound minds, full emotions, and creativity. We look forward to more mass creators becoming the writers of stories and the managers of a better life with the empowerment of technology.
Return to Top"Xuan Paper Making Technique" is a national-level intangible cultural heritage. How is a piece of Xuan paper, which carries a thousand years of civilization, born?
In the Hongxing Xuan Paper Mill (红星宣纸厂) in Jing County (泾县), Xuancheng (宣城), Anhui (安徽), there is no roar of machines, only the gentle sound of flowing water, the rustling sound of bamboo curtains rising and falling, and the calm breathing of craftsmen. With steady hands, the craftsmen write the legend of "paper lasts a thousand years" in a series of complex processes. From the bark of the Pteroceltis tatarinowii tree and Shatian rice straw to the treasure that is "as light as cicada's wings, as white as snow, and as soft as fine silk without a sound," the birth of Xuan paper requires 108 processes and a long cycle calculated in years. What we read is not only the words printed on the paper, but also the paper itself that carries the words—this wordless book gifted by nature, enlightened by ingenuity, and aged in time.
Photography and report by Wang Lanlan (王兰兰).
Return to TopChengdu, April 15 (Reported by Wang Mingfeng (王明峰) and Xu Jiawei (徐嘉伟) of this newspaper) On the 15th, at the 13th China Internet Audio-Visual Conference, the China Netcasting Services Association (中国网络视听节目服务协会) released the "China Internet Audio-Visual Development Research Report (2026)". The report shows that as of December 2025, the number of Internet audio-visual users in China reached 1.099 billion, a net increase of 7.76 million year-on-year, ranking first among Internet applications for many years.
Short videos remain the most important application for promoting new Internet users. As of December 2025, 44.6% of new Internet users used short video applications for the first time when they went online, 32.2 percentage points higher than the second-ranked instant messaging application.
Among the major Internet applications with a usage rate of over 80% among Internet users, short videos are the only ones to achieve sustained double growth in usage rate and user scale. In December 2025, the average daily usage time of online audio-visual users reached 201 minutes, a year-on-year increase of 4.2%. Among them, the average daily usage time of micro-short dramas reached 129 minutes, surpassing long videos and ranking second in the sub-application of audio-visual.
The report shows that in 2025, the total number of online dramas, online movies, online variety shows, online documentaries, and online animated films was 2,652, an increase of 18.87% compared with 2024; a total of 625 key online micro-short dramas were launched throughout the year, an increase of 30.21% year-on-year.
The human-machine collaborative production model spawned by the technological progress of generative artificial intelligence has profoundly reshaped the audio-visual content production system and released huge audio-visual production capacity. In 2025, the cumulative number of videos/audios generated by AI (artificial intelligence) exceeded 2 billion, an increase of more than 14 times compared with 2024. The survey found that more than half of users have been exposed to AI-generated audio and video content, and more than 40% of them believe that AI-generated content is novel, interesting, and more interesting.
In 2025, the market size of China's online audio-visual industry reached 1,287.661 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.3%, maintaining steady growth for many years. According to comprehensive estimates, as of December 2025, there are more than 800,000 existing online audio-visual industry companies in China, a year-on-year increase of 5.9%. In 2025, 77,900 new online audio-visual companies were established, accounting for 9.7% of the total.
First-tier cities are still highlands for the aggregation of industrial resources, and the leading and radiating role of leading companies is stable; under the promotion of local micro-short drama industry policies and other factors, the scale of practitioners in new first-tier cities has increased most significantly. The proportion of enterprises in third-tier and lower-tier cities in the overall distribution has increased compared with 2024, and online audio-visual industry resources and development opportunities are shifting from single-point aggregation to comprehensive development.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 吴月辉 李君强
On April 15th, the Light Craft Experimental Spacecraft (White Elephant) (轻舟试验飞船（白象号）) independently developed by the Innovation Academy for Microsatellites of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院微小卫星创新研究院) officially released its first batch of scientific and engineering experimental results. This test flight focused on three aspects: key technology verification, low-cost design and exploration, and expanded missions. It successfully completed its established goals, laying a solid foundation for the subsequent development of the Light Craft Cargo Spacecraft (轻舟货运飞船) prototype.
The Light Craft Experimental Spacecraft (轻舟试验飞船) was successfully launched into orbit on March 30th aboard the Lijian-2 Y1 carrier rocket (力箭二号遥一运载火箭). The entire spacecraft weighs 4.2 tons, carries 1 ton of scientific experimental payloads, and has the capability to fly in orbit for 3 years. Currently, the spacecraft has successfully completed flight control tests, successfully actively raised its orbit to 600 kilometers, and officially entered the long-term operation phase, orderly carrying out key technology verification, stability, and expanded experimental mission tests for the flight platform.
The Light Craft Experimental Spacecraft (轻舟试验飞船) has achieved multiple key platform technology breakthroughs. The spacecraft adopts newly designed and processed sealed sections, propulsion systems, and thermal control and environmental control systems and products. It carries out core designs such as autonomous rendezvous and safe departure of large-inertia spacecraft, long-term residence capabilities, distributed integrated ship affairs, and expandable capacity energy systems. While ensuring system reliability, it reduces research and development costs, providing technical, development, and launch process verification support for the official flight of the Light Craft Cargo Spacecraft (轻舟货运飞船), helping to rapidly iterate and upgrade technology.
Significant results have been achieved in low-cost design and exploration, opening up a new path for cost reduction and efficiency improvement in aerospace. In terms of energy, foldable ultra-thin flexible single-crystal silicon solar cells have demonstrated stable performance in orbit, with a cost of only 1/10 of traditional batteries. In the field of communication, the new system air-to-air communication module has excellent performance and can achieve data transmission over 450 kilometers. The application of 3D printing technology and new materials effectively reduces costs and shortens the manufacturing cycle, fully verifying the in-orbit applicability and reliability of low-cost components.
Expanded missions such as multi-satellite release and in-orbit services have been successfully completed. On April 2nd and 3rd, the Light Craft Experimental Spacecraft (轻舟试验飞船) successfully released two piggyback small satellites and carried out long-distance rendezvous and safe departure experiments with the New Journey-01 satellite (新征程01星), verifying the practicality of multi-body variable configuration attitude-orbit coupling control technology. Its universal piggyback platform enables "plug-and-play" payloads. Currently, 6 new technology payload experiments have been completed, and multiple experiments such as active vibration isolation and metal in-orbit manufacturing have achieved good results, filling multiple related technology gaps.
The Light Craft Experimental Spacecraft (轻舟试验飞船) has been simultaneously demonstrated and designed since October 2024, the plan was determined in January 2025, and after 11 months of development, it was successfully launched into orbit on March 30th this year. This test flight not only provides key data support for the prototype development of the Light Craft Cargo Spacecraft (轻舟货运飞船) and explores a new model of efficient and reliable development, but also opens up a feasible path for low-cost, commercial aerospace operations and cooperation. In the future, the Light Craft Cargo Spacecraft (轻舟货运飞船) will continue to iterate and optimize, and strive to build a reliable bridge for cargo transportation between Earth and space, promoting the high-quality development of China's commercial aerospace industry.
Return to TopWith the development of technology, cases of criminals forging images, videos, and voices of people to commit fraud occur from time to time. Many elderly people, and even middle-aged and young people, have become targets of fraud due to their unfamiliarity with new technologies and relatively weak awareness of prevention. In the age of AI (Artificial Intelligence), how can we better protect the rights and interests of the elderly? Relevant departments and online platforms should strengthen supervision, and elderly friends should also enhance their anti-fraud awareness, recognize the tricks, master the methods, and effectively avoid traps.
——Editor
Zero-Threshold Teaching You How to Do a Side Hustle? Beware of "Free" Training
Reporter Pan Junqiang (潘俊强) of this newspaper
"Free training camp, teach you how to use AI to do a side hustle, zero-threshold entry!" "Easily master AI and earn over 10,000 yuan a month"... For some time, the online skills training market has continued to heat up, and AI training has become a "new trend." Faced with the overwhelming promotion of courses online, many elderly people who want to earn "extra money" have also been tempted.
Recently, Mr. Chen (陈先生), a retiree in Beijing (北京), was attracted by an online live broadcast claiming to be "free AI training" while browsing a short video platform. Entering the live broadcast room, many people said in the barrage that the training was really free, so Mr. Chen believed it. "Who knew they were all shills? They said the classes were free, but I spent 4,000 yuan on 'advanced courses' before and after." After attracting users with the gimmick of free, a staff member claiming to be a "class teacher" would add users' WeChat and promote courses and "one-on-one private tutoring classes" at high prices, promising exclusive guidance teachers and inducing students to buy at high prices. Mr. Chen gradually realized that something was wrong and initiated rights protection with other victims.
Through the online monitoring system, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation also noticed the company's unusual actions and quickly filed a case for investigation. The company was ordered to immediately stop selling courses and proactively contact students for refunds. Currently, the company involved has been deregistered and has refunded more than one million yuan to defrauded consumers, most of whom are middle-aged and elderly people.
Yuan Ming (袁明), a staff member of the Eighth Detachment of the Beijing Municipal Market Supervision and Comprehensive Law Enforcement Corps, said that the company placed a large number of false advertisements on multiple short video platforms using "free AI training live broadcast" as bait, and built a private domain traffic pool by adding WeChat and forming group chats to get out of public view, and then carried out fraud. The company's personnel kept sending messages such as "grab it and enjoy a 20% discount" and "only a few places left." Those users who were overwhelmed by "high income" paid the money without knowing what was happening. The so-called "free course sharing" was just a brainwashing prelude to pave the way for paid courses.
Yuan Ming (袁明) reminded consumers to rationally view promotional cases and income promises. Do not easily believe the "high-income cases of students" displayed in the merchant's promotion, always keep a clear head, and do not believe in "shortcuts" to easy profits.
A Beautiful Woman Confides in You? Beware of "Love" Scams
Reporter Ju Yunpeng (巨云鹏) of this newspaper
Late at night, in an apartment in Pudong (浦东), Shanghai (上海), in Lao Li's (老李) (pseudonym) mobile phone dating APP, a "female friend" is confiding in him. The "woman" claims to be "Linlin" (琳琳), single and divorced, and currently runs a small business in Shanghai (上海). "I feel particularly compatible chatting with you. If the intimacy is higher, we can add WeChat to chat privately..." Because of this promise, Lao Li (老李) has recharged tens of thousands of yuan in a dating APP before and after. But he never thought that the "beauty" on the screen was actually a virtual image generated by AI, and the person operating the account was even a man.
This is a true scene in a dating APP fraud case recently solved by the Pudong (浦东) police. Since September 2025, many victims have reported that they were induced to recharge large amounts in the dating APP, and then the "love object" lost contact. The police investigation found that a fraud gang led by Liu (刘) and Xu (许) built a progressive fraud system under the guise of an Internet technology company.
Xu Yue (徐越), a police officer at the Anti-Fraud Center of the Pudong (浦东) Branch of the Shanghai (上海) Municipal Public Security Bureau, analyzed: First, they set up a scam through technical means - developing a dual-version APP, mainly attracting male users, inducing registered users to recharge and buy gold coins for chatting, while the other end was used by "chatters" hired by the fraud gang to register female accounts using an internal version, and using photos or avatars generated by AI or beautified to attract others. On this basis, the fraudsters laid bait, using tailor-made scripts to create a persona of "single, divorced, and eager for true love." They induced victims to continue recharging to increase "intimacy" with the excuse of adding WeChat and meeting offline only after increasing "intimacy." The standard was completely controlled by the backend and could be raised at any time, making it impossible for the victims to reach it. Finally, a closed-loop money harvesting system was formed - according to the rules set by the gang, text chat required payment, video calls cost as much as 10 yuan per minute, and the price of virtual gifts was even more expensive. All recharge funds would eventually be transferred to accounts controlled by the gang. A "chatter" could make tens of thousands of yuan a month from the recharges of several victims. From December 2025, the Pudong (浦东) police launched a cross-provincial crackdown, arresting a total of 6 related fraud gangs, involving more than 10 million yuan.
Grandson Gets into Trouble and Needs Money Urgently? Beware of "Voice Cloning" Scams
Reporter Wu Jun (吴君) of this newspaper
On April 28, 2025, Ms. Ding (丁女士), who lives in Huangshi (黄石) City, Hubei (湖北) Province, received an emergency call from her "grandson."
"Grandma, I got into a fight with a classmate at school and injured someone. The other party wants 40,000 yuan to settle it privately." On the other end of the phone, the "grandson" was crying and his tone was urgent. "The other party's parents are coming to collect the money immediately. Don't tell anyone, lest things get out of hand."
Ms. Ding (丁女士), who is in her 70s, didn't have time to think and gave the 20,000 yuan in cash she had hastily collected to a man named Wu (吴) who came to collect the money. That night, when her grandson returned home, Ms. Ding (丁女士) asked about the matter and realized that she had been deceived, and immediately called the police. From the end of April to the beginning of May, the Huangshi (黄石) Public Security Bureau received 3 similar reports, and the other two elderly people were defrauded of a total of 40,000 yuan using the same rhetoric.
After receiving the report, the Huangshi (黄石) Public Security Bureau quickly dispatched police and arrested Wu (吴), who was responsible for transferring the fraudulent funds, and returned the defrauded funds in full to the 3 elderly people. In December 2025, the Huangshigang (黄石港) District People's Court of Huangshi (黄石) City, Hubei (湖北) Province, sentenced Wu (吴) to two years and one month in prison and fined him 15,000 yuan.
Lan Di (兰迪), a police officer from the Criminal Investigation Detachment of the Huangshi (黄石) Public Security Bureau, introduced that criminals obtain voice clips of the victim's relatives through illegal channels, use AI voice synthesis technology to copy their voices, and clone highly similar voices and even tones. They then induce their relatives and friends to transfer money or provide sensitive information such as bank account passwords under the pretext of borrowing money, investing, or emergency assistance, and then immediately transfer the funds.
Because the elderly have a weak ability to distinguish new technologies, they are extremely vulnerable to being targeted by criminals. How can the elderly prevent "voice cloning" scams? "You can let the elderly chat with the other party in their local dialect; you can also use some information that only family members know to verify with the other party. If they can't answer or answer irrelevantly, the other party is likely to be a fraudster," said Lan Di (兰迪).
When the elderly encounter such scams, there is still room for remedy. Lan Di (兰迪) introduced that the first thing to do is to call 110 to report the crime, or go directly to the police station to explain the situation. Secondly, it is necessary to notify family members as soon as possible to prevent being scammed in a series of scams.
"The scammers are likely to change their identity and number and call again. When you encounter this type of call, you must verify the identity and authenticity of the information," said Lan Di (兰迪).
Experts Live Streaming to Sell Goods Online? Beware of "Face-Swapping" Scams
Reporter Jiang Xiaodan (姜晓丹) of this newspaper
With the widespread application of AI technology, deepfakes, AI face-swapping and other technologies have been abused by criminals and have become a new type of tool for false advertising. Recently, the Foshan (佛山) Municipal Administration for Market Regulation in Guangdong (广东) Province announced a typical AI false advertising case. In March 2025, Foshan (佛山) Xinyu Technology Co., Ltd. used AI technology to imitate the image of a famous economist without authorization to produce a 65-second video promoting "AAZ Brain Power" pressed candy on its video account "AAZ Selected Good Things," using the elderly's trust in expert authority to mislead them.
After verification by the Guicheng (桂城) Market Supervision Office of Nanhai (南海) District, Foshan (佛山) City, the content was false advertising, and the company did not obtain any legal authorization, which violated Article 4 of the Advertising Law of the People's Republic of China. The law enforcement department ordered the company to immediately stop publishing false advertisements, eliminate the impact within the corresponding scope, and impose administrative penalties in accordance with the law.
Cai Hongmin (蔡宏民), Dean of the Future Technology College of South China University of Technology, said that the current generative artificial intelligence has entered a multi-modal deep integration stage. Face-swapping and voice synthesis have extremely high fidelity. It only takes a dozen seconds of voice and a few photos to accurately replicate the facial micro-expressions, tones, breathing rhythms and other details of well-known figures, which are almost indistinguishable to the naked eye. This type of forgery is highly concealed, and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to being deceived.
Cai Hongmin (蔡宏民) suggested that for this type of technology abuse, using AI to combat AI is a direct and efficient prevention and control path, and network platforms and regulatory departments should work together to promote it. Platforms should deploy multi-modal deepfake detection models, which can achieve second-level identification and accurate interception by capturing the hidden artifacts, frequency domain feature anomalies, and lip-sync deviations of AI-generated content. Some models have an accuracy rate of over 95%. Implanting scalable general adversarial watermarks can embed invisible identifiers in the images and voice materials of authoritative figures. Once forged, the identifiers will be triggered, thereby destroying the generated content and achieving proactive defense in advance. It is also necessary to build a digital feature library of well-known figures, collect the core features of their faces and voices, and automatically identify and quickly block forged content that impersonates their identity, thereby curbing technology abuse from the source. At the same time, it is also necessary to strengthen popular science education for the public so that the elderly can understand the characteristics of forgery technology.
This issue is coordinated by: Liu Zihe (刘子赫)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 巨云鹏
Faced with increasingly diverse fraud tactics, how can senior citizens identify scams? What should they do if they encounter fraud?
According to their experience in handling cases, police officers from the Anti-Fraud Center of the Pudong Branch of the Shanghai Public Security Bureau (上海市公安局浦东分局) have summarized three anti-fraud rules: Do not easily trust the "persona" of strangers online; if money is involved, it is likely a scam; and if you have any doubts, report it to the police in a timely manner.
Regarding the "voice mimicry" scam, if you receive a call from a "relative" asking for help, according to the prevention advice from the National Anti-Fraud Center (国家反诈中心), you can hang up the phone directly and call back the relative's usual number to verify the situation. Make a decision only after confirming their safety.
Regarding the "deepfake" scam, some short videos feature "famous doctors" and "experts" who often promote products claiming to cure chronic diseases and have anti-cancer effects, but in reality, they have no effect. According to relevant regulations from the State Administration for Market Regulation (国家市场监督管理总局), legitimate health foods have a "blue hat" logo and approval number, which can be verified through official platforms. Experts usually do not peddle products online, let alone use "limited-time purchase" gimmicks to urge orders. You need to be highly vigilant when encountering such promotions.
Regarding the "training" scam, any training program that claims zero-basis and easy money-making is untrustworthy. If elderly people encounter such promotions, do not be 冲昏头脑 (chōng hūn tóu nǎo - "rush dizzy head," to be blinded by greed or excitement) by limited-time offers and high returns. Be sure to consult your children before signing up. If the other party asks you to pay first and then make money, you should refuse directly. High returns are often a scam.
Regarding the "emotional" scam, in online dating, those online chat partners with particularly attractive avatars who start with sweet talk as soon as you meet are likely fake accounts generated by AI. Charging to unlock relationships and buying virtual gifts to add WeChat are all scam tactics. Maintain rationality in online dating. If the other party asks for money for reasons such as travel expenses, sudden illness, or investment, you can immediately block them without hesitation.
No matter how new the scams are, the ultimate goal is to get people to transfer money to personal accounts. Elderly people should remember the "three nos and one more principle": do not easily trust, do not reveal, do not transfer money, and consult with your children more. In addition, family members should also provide more companionship and education. If you find that you have been deceived, you should immediately save the evidence and report it to the police.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Shanghai on April 15th (Reporter Meng Xiangfu (孟祥夫)): The deployment and promotion meeting for service management work of new employment groups was held in Shanghai on the 15th. The meeting pointed out that it is necessary to deeply understand the important significance of strengthening the service management of new employment groups, focus on building a work mechanism that links the top and bottom, combines vertical and horizontal aspects, and effectively coordinates, give full play to the roles of the Party committee, government, enterprises, and other parties, comprehensively strengthen service management, and promote the healthy development of new employment groups.
The meeting emphasized that it is necessary to protect the legitimate rights and interests of new employment groups in accordance with the law, urge platform enterprises and express delivery enterprises to fulfill their management responsibilities and social responsibilities, regulate employment in accordance with the law, strengthen algorithm governance, consciously resist "**内卷式**" (nèi juǎn shì - "involution-style," excessive internal competition), and effectively protect the labor rights and interests of new employment groups such as labor remuneration, occupational health and safety. It is necessary to do a good job in cohesive service work, gradually promote relevant public services to follow individuals in combination with reality, improve the social security system that meets the characteristics of new employment groups, strengthen vocational skills training, comprehensively promote the construction of friendly scenarios, and make new employment groups feel it in a real way. It is necessary to strengthen the ideological and political guidance of new employment groups, expand and deepen "**两个覆盖**" (liǎng gè fù gài - "two coverage," covering new social classes with Party building and trade union work), improve the mechanism for Party organizations and Party members to play their roles, strengthen positive publicity and incentive guidance, educate and guide new employment groups to standardize their professional behavior, demonstrate civilized qualities, participate in grassroots governance and volunteer services, and enhance their sense of professional identity and social integration.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporter Qiu Chaoyi (邱超奕)): The reporter learned from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (人力资源社会保障部) that in order to implement the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee (党中央) and the State Council (国务院), accelerate the formation of a two-way flow and mutual integration of urban and rural employment patterns, and promote high-quality and full employment for urban and rural workers, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展改革委), and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (农业农村部) recently issued the "Opinions on Coordinating Urban and Rural Employment Policy System."
The "Opinions" emphasized that it is necessary to strengthen the employment-first policy as a starting point, focus on improving the urban-rural coordinated employment and entrepreneurship, vocational training, rights protection, and bottom-line security system, strengthen the coordination between labor importing and exporting areas, and promote the two-way flow, equal employment, and rational allocation of labor between urban and rural areas.
The "Opinions" put forward five aspects of policy measures. First, coordinate the development of urban and rural employment opportunities. Expand employment space in counties and townships, tap the employment potential in consumer fields such as convenience services, cultural tourism, first-release economy, ice and snow economy, and inbound economy, develop grassroots employment positions that meet the characteristics of urban and rural workers, especially college graduates and other young people, and create more high-quality employment positions. Second, coordinate the urban and rural equalization of employment public service system. Build employment service outlets that are balanced and accessible between urban and rural areas according to local conditions, strengthen cross-regional labor docking and employment information matching, support various regions to cultivate a number of labor brands with characteristics, reputation, and scale, strengthen the classified guidance of the "scientific and technological achievements + entrepreneurship," "industrial development + entrepreneurship," "vocational skills + entrepreneurship," and "people's livelihood needs + entrepreneurship" models, and support all types of talents to return to their hometowns to start businesses. Third, coordinate the allocation of urban and rural training resources. Create a training model that coordinates urban and rural areas, support cooperation between labor importing and exporting areas to carry out training, comprehensively promote the "job demand + skills training + skills evaluation + employment service" four-in-one project-based training, support technical schools to expand the enrollment scale for rural young people of appropriate age, and improve the effectiveness of urban and rural training. Fourth, coordinate the protection of the rights and interests of urban and rural workers. Orderly promote the citizenization of agricultural transfer population, implement the system of providing basic public services in the place of residence, eliminate unreasonable restrictions or employment discrimination that affect equal employment such as household registration, identity, and age, and improve the social insurance system. Fifth, coordinate urban and rural employment assistance for disadvantaged groups. Improve the employment assistance system, strengthen employment assistance for people who are at risk of returning to poverty and the original registered poor population who will be at risk of returning to poverty after leaving the assistance policy, and coordinate the use of urban and rural employment bottom-line security policies.
The "Opinions" require that the employment statistics and monitoring system covering urban and rural areas should be improved, the supply of rural employment services should be effectively expanded, and local governments should be encouraged to explore innovation and conduct pilot projects. All regions should strengthen organizational leadership and implement them according to local conditions.
Return to TopAccording to a report from our newspaper on April 15th in Beijing (北京) (Reporter: Li Linwei (李林蔚)), the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (人力资源社会保障部) announced that since the launch of the "Leading the Future with Jobs – 2026 National Urban Joint Recruitment Event for College Graduates" spring special campaign, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (人力资源社会保障部) has organized various regions and relevant institutions to successively launch 84 online and offline special (campus) recruitment fairs targeting key industries such as advanced manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, modern services, and new energy, as well as key regions such as the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀), Pearl River Delta (珠三角), and Chengdu-Chongqing (成渝) areas; 12 cross-regional roving recruitment fairs; 24 live-streaming job fairs; and 11 policy promotion and employment guidance sessions, totaling 131 events, all-out to provide college graduates with targeted and diversified employment service support.
College graduates and employers can log in to the main venue of the "2026 National Urban Joint Recruitment Event for College Graduates" spring special campaign on the China National Talent Network (中国国家人才网) to inquire about relevant information and participate in various special service activities.
Return to TopOn April 15th, at Gaoqiao Central Elementary School in Yuyue Town, Deqing County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province (浙江省湖州市德清县禹越镇高桥中心小学), students participated in the shoulder pole grain carrying competition at the campus fun sports meet. Competitions such as the rolling silkworm tray race, shoulder pole grain carrying race, vegetable relay race, and chicken chasing, were full of "agricultural" flavor, and the children enjoyed the fun of sports.
Yao Haixiang (姚海翔) photographed (People's Vision (人民视觉)).
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporter Li Xinping (李心萍)): The reporter learned from China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. (中国国家铁路集团有限公司) that this year's railway "May Day" holiday transportation will begin on April 29th and end on May 6th. Train tickets for April 29th went on sale on the 15th.
During the "May Day" holiday transportation period, the national railway will implement a peak operation schedule, with an average daily plan to operate approximately 13,000 passenger trains. On the premise of ensuring safety, it is planned to operate overnight high-speed trains on the Beijing-Shanghai (京沪), Beijing-Guangzhou (京广), and Beijing-Harbin (京哈) high-speed railway trunk lines from the night of April 29th to the early morning of May 2nd, and from the night of May 4th to the early morning of May 6th; from April 28th to 30th and May 5th to 7th, high-speed sleeper trains will be added on the routes from Beijing to Shenzhen (深圳), Nanning (南宁), and Kunming (昆明), from Shanghai to Guangzhou (广州) and Huizhou (惠州), and from Beijing and Shanghai to Sichuan (川) and Guizhou (贵).
The railway department will also optimize ticket sales strategies, relying on 12306 big data to strengthen real-time monitoring of ticket availability, dynamically adjust ticket allocation based on changes in passenger demand, and promptly allocate tickets to stations with concentrated passenger flow. For long-distance passenger trains, it will continue to adhere to the "long-distance priority, while taking into account medium and short-distance" ticket sales principle, and when long-distance tickets are sufficient, it will automatically allocate some tickets to stations along the route in different time periods. All newly added tickets will be given priority to passengers who have submitted waitlist orders, ensuring passenger travel during the holidays.
In addition, Railway 12306 will further take restrictive measures against abnormal behaviors such as frequent and large-scale ticket purchases for others by the same account and payment for a large number of non-self orders by the same payment account, prevent and curb malicious ticket scalping by third-party platforms, and make every effort to ensure the safe and stable operation of the Railway 12306 system, and strive to create a fair and just ticket purchasing environment.
In terms of optimizing the ticket purchasing experience, the Railway 12306 customer service center provides telephone ticket purchasing services for elderly people aged 60 and above, dynamically increases customer service seats, improves response capabilities, and promptly answers questions and solves problems for passengers. Student passengers who have completed real-name registration and preferential qualification verification and have remaining preferential ride times can purchase student preferential tickets through the Railway 12306 "Student Reservation Ticket Purchase Service" area, and submit reservation requests in advance from the twentieth to the seventeenth day before departure.
Return to Top(Our reporter Cheng Huan (程焕) from Guiyang (贵阳) reported on April 15th) The Guizhou (贵州) Provincial Department of Civil Affairs, the Provincial Health Commission, and the Provincial Administration for Market Regulation recently jointly issued the "Guizhou (贵州) Province Civil Affairs Cadres and Nursing Home Leaders Meal Accompaniment System (Trial Implementation)," clarifying the implementation of a leader meal accompaniment system in nursing homes throughout the province.
The "System" puts forward requirements for the frequency and method of meal accompaniment by meal companions. The person in charge of the Guizhou (贵州) Provincial Department of Civil Affairs and the person in charge of relevant business divisions, in conjunction with grassroots research, overt and covert visits, etc., will pay for their own meals at nursing homes and inspect and guide food safety in nursing homes. The person in charge in charge and the person in charge of the competent business division shall, in principle, pay for no less than 4 meals per year. The main person in charge and the person in charge of the municipal (prefecture) Civil Affairs Bureau shall conduct irregular self-funded meals at nursing homes and inspect and guide food safety work in nursing homes, in principle, no less than 4 self-funded meals per year. Leading cadres of county (city, district) Civil Affairs Bureaus, in conjunction with the county-level civil affairs department leading cadres' nursing home support system, will conduct research and guidance in nursing homes on a regular and irregular basis and pay for their own meals, comprehensively understand the problems existing in the elderly's dining process, and guide nursing homes to solve and rectify them in a timely manner. In principle, each person shall pay for no less than 6 meals per year. Throughout the year, meal accompaniment in guaranteed nursing homes within the jurisdiction should achieve full coverage, and each guaranteed nursing home should have at least one meal accompaniment by civil affairs leaders every quarter. The main person in charge of the nursing home shall have no less than 1 meal with the elderly every week to actively understand the dining situation of the elderly.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 王 亮
Famous Scene
On December 13, 2025, in the women's final of the 2025 World Breaking Championship held in Fukuoka, Japan, Guo Pu (郭朴) defeated her opponent to win the gold medal, marking the first time a Chinese athlete has won gold in this event.
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With love and courage in your heart, everyone has the opportunity to create miracles.
——Guo Pu (郭朴)
Recently, good news about Guo Pu (郭朴), the Breaking World Champion, has been frequently reported. She first won the World Games Athlete of the Month award, and then defeated Olympic champion and Japanese athlete Ami Yuasa (汤浅亚美) in an international competition held in Vietnam, continuing her upward momentum. This 17-year-old Shandong girl is gradually moving to the center of the world stage of Breaking. What unforgettable experiences has she had along the way? What are her future plans? The reporter conducted an interview.
"My goal has never changed, and that is the championship"
At dusk, walking into the Lotus Mountain Square (莲花山广场) in Pingyi County (平邑县), Linyi City (临沂市), Shandong Province (山东省), the place is bustling with activity and full of life. On one side of the square, there is a department store. Take the elevator to the 4th floor, and a dance studio called "Happy Street Dance" (快乐街舞) comes into view. The dance studio has a small facade, but it is full of talent. Breaking masters such as Guo Pu (郭朴) often train here.
The signature fisherman's hat and sportswear make Guo Pu (郭朴) particularly eye-catching among the people practicing dance. Unless there are competitions and training camp tasks, she trains here almost every day, without fail.
In the 2025 World Breaking Championship, Guo Pu (郭朴) overcame all obstacles and entered the women's final. In the final, facing former World Champion and world No. 2 Japanese star Ayumi Fukushima (福岛亚由美), Guo Pu (郭朴) was calm and composed, performed well, and finally won 3-0, creating history.
"For me, the championship is a must-win." Guo Pu (郭朴) said, "From the moment I stepped onto the field, my goal has never changed, and that is the championship." Previously, she had already topped international competitions such as the Asian Championships, the World Games, and the World Youth Championships, accumulating experience and confidence. In the second half of last year, she actively trained to prepare for the 15th National Games, and was in good competitive condition when participating in the World Championships.
In the World Championship final, the biggest difficulty Guo Pu (郭朴) faced was emotional fluctuations and pressure in her heart. "After all, it was the first time to enter the World Championship final, so it is inevitable to be nervous." Before the final, she silently reminded herself in her heart, "I want to focus my attention on myself, integrate dance moves into the music, and dance my own style."
As the music started, she quickly entered the zone, and with her powerful moves, densely changing and rhythmic footwork, and highly personalized creative choreography, she won the favor of most of the judges and successfully stood on the highest podium.
Seeing the five-star red flag raised, Guo Pu (郭朴) was very excited: "With a strong motherland behind me, I am especially proud."
"A Spirited Child" Continues to Grow and Transform
"Two eight-counts, the first row does it first, and the second row does it later." In the dance studio, coach Li Shilong's (李士龙) voice penetrates the high-decibel music. He uses his enthusiasm to drive everyone to devote themselves to training. Li Shilong (李士龙) played a key role in Guo Pu's (郭朴) connection with Breaking.
"Her love for dance made me remember her at once." Ten years later, Li Shilong (李士龙) still clearly remembers the scene when he first met Guo Pu (郭朴). It was at the audition site of the first Internet Spring Festival Gala in Pingyi County (平邑县). Guo Pu (郭朴), who had been learning folk dance and piano since childhood, signed up to participate in the audition. Li Shilong (李士龙), who graduated from the Physical Performance major of Xinjiang Normal University (新疆师范大学), was invited to serve as a judge. After the event, 7-year-old Guo Pu (郭朴) did not leave, but came behind Li Shilong (李士龙), poked him with her finger, and asked about the competition results. "At the moment of looking back, I felt that this child was very spirited." Li Shilong (李士龙) happened to be planning to promote street dance in Pingyi (平邑) at that time, "So I asked her if she would like to try Breaking."
Guo Pu (郭朴) readily agreed to Li Shilong's (李士龙) invitation and began to learn and train in Breaking with him. Guo Pu (郭朴) quickly showed her talent. The dance foundation laid by practicing folk dance helped her quickly master the essentials of dancing Breaking. "Three-point support" and "windmill" these difficult technical movements, other children may have to practice for months, Guo Pu (郭朴) can learn in one class. What makes Guo Pu (郭朴) stand out is her innate competitive spirit. "When encountering difficult movements, Guo Pu (郭朴) does not need the coach to repeatedly urge her, she will practice repeatedly." Li Shilong (李士龙) said.
Practicing Breaking has brought subtle changes to Guo Pu (郭朴). She said that she is very happy and has become more confident and cheerful. There are inevitably bumps and bruises during training and competitions. Guo Pu (郭朴) sometimes feels tired, but she has never had the idea of giving up. With her love for Breaking, she strives for excellence in every aspect, from physical and strength training to technical movement polishing. In her spare time, she also takes the initiative to learn about the history of the sport, "This can help me deepen my understanding and knowledge of the project."
In the first year of practicing Breaking, Guo Pu (郭朴) had already begun to emerge, winning the first championship in her life in a competition held in Linyi (临沂) locally, "That night, the coach also came to my house to celebrate with my family." In 2018, Guo Pu (郭朴) won the first national championship, and in 2023, she won the first National Youth Games women's Breaking individual championship.
Growth is not always smooth sailing. The closer you get to the top, the greater the difficulties and challenges you face. Guo Pu (郭朴) admitted that failing to be selected for the Paris Olympic Games lineup and losing her debut in the Red Bull Finals were both significant blows to her. What helped her regain her confidence was still the day-to-day hard training. "The coach and family have given so much for me, I want to repay them with better performance." Facing difficulties, Guo Pu (郭朴) is very determined.
In early 2025, during a training camp in Europe, Guo Pu (郭朴) had a match with Dominika (多米妮卡), the runner-up of the Paris Olympic Games, from Lithuania. Unlike other competitions, the athletes in that competition could discuss the rounds themselves. After 11 rounds of competition, Guo Pu (郭朴) finally defeated her opponent. It was this competition that started her wonderful transformation, "I really started to enjoy the competition, forget about winning or losing, and become one with the music."
"You must integrate your own ideas into the movements, instead of simply imitating and borrowing"
On March 30, the 26th Shandong Provincial Games Breaking final was held in Linyi (临沂). In the women's A group final, Guo Pu (郭朴), who was fighting at home, won the gold medal. This was her first time participating in a major competition in her hometown since winning the World Championship. "There were many folks from my hometown who came to support me." After the game, Guo Pu (郭朴) specially expressed her gratitude to the people of her hometown in front of the camera.
Breaking is a sport with a very personal style. Guo Pu (郭朴) integrates Chinese elements such as Kung Fu and opera into her movements. "I started practicing Breaking out of hobby. As my level improved, I took winning glory for the country as my goal and pursuit, hoping to show the style of Yimeng (沂蒙) children to the world." Guo Pu (郭朴) said, "Originality is very important in Breaking. You must integrate your own ideas into the movements, instead of simply imitating and borrowing. In the future, I hope to further spread excellent traditional Chinese culture through dance and form a unique Chinese style."
Now there are dozens of students who have come to the "Happy Street Dance" (快乐街舞) dance studio from all over the world, and Guo Pu (郭朴) has more responsibilities on her shoulders. She said that her usual courses are completely synchronized with those of other students. They can raise any difficulties at any time, and everyone can solve the problems together through training. She will also often share her experience with the students, "Now among these younger brothers and sisters, there will definitely be good seedlings who surpass me."
For Guo Pu (郭朴), stepping onto the Olympic stage is her biggest dream at present. Although this project has not been selected for the next Olympic Games, she said that she will maintain training and continue to improve. "If Breaking can return to the Olympic stage in the future, I will definitely be prepared." Guo Pu (郭朴) said.
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Understanding music is an important foundation for practicing Breaking. Many beginners have a misunderstanding: overemphasizing technical movements while ignoring the essence of music. In fact, establishing an understanding of music can achieve a deep integration of movement and emotion. In competitions, musicality is the key that runs through multiple scoring dimensions. Without music support, technicality, diversity, originality, and completeness cannot be established independently. Each dimension needs to be comprehensively considered based on musicality to form an interlocking organic whole, and none is indispensable.
In Breaking, there are six elements of music: rhythm, melody, harmony, dynamics, timbre, and form. Only by accurately understanding and grasping these elements can we inject precise rhythmic logic and emotion into the movements. In daily training, rhythm and rhythm practice are very important for dancers to achieve the connection between body and music. Lack of rhythm will lead to mechanical and stiff movements. Dancers can achieve the body's instinctive response and emotional expression to music through rhythm capture training, melody perception enhancement, and timbre recognition adaptation.
(Compiled by Li Shilong (李士龙))
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As races shift from simply pursuing "how many were held" to focusing on "how well they were held," the development of marathon running in China will become healthier and more orderly.
As the weather warms, it's a great time for running. However, many runners have noticed that the density of marathon races this year has significantly decreased compared to previous years, and popular races are even harder to get into.
One reason is the release of a series of new regulations, such as the "Notice of the Chinese Athletics Association on Further Standardizing Marathon Race-Related Work" (中国田径协会关于进一步规范马拉松赛事相关工作的通知), leading various regions to enter a new phase of digesting, responding to, optimizing, and adjusting. From track certification and medical rescue to the circuit breaker mechanism, the new regulations have stricter and more detailed standards, raising the threshold, and reducing the number of races is inevitable.
The reduction in races forces the remaining races to shift towards high-quality development. For some race operators and organizers, the extensive model of relying on low thresholds and high traffic to run races is unsustainable. Refining the flow of athletes, improving supply services, strengthening medical support... focusing on experience, service, and safety can create high-quality races that are mature in operation, standardized, and compliant, allowing race organization to further extend to dimensions such as operating the city, spreading culture, gathering talent, and revitalizing industry.
The supply-demand contradiction brought about by the reduction in races also needs to be viewed rationally. Marathons are high-intensity endurance sports, and for enthusiasts without a training foundation, they can take this opportunity to slow down and choose other sports that are more suitable for them. It can be said that any movement is beneficial, moderation is appropriate, so why be fixated on marathons?
As the new regulations continue to deepen, the development path of domestic marathon races towards quality and in-depth cultivation will become clearer. As races shift from simply pursuing "how many were held" to focusing on "how well they were held," the development of marathon running in China will become healthier and more orderly, allowing runners to enjoy the races and allowing "races+" to be better implemented.
Those cities that have temporarily bid farewell to marathon races due to the adjustment of new regulations may wish to explore new increments. Currently, some places have started new attempts. Some rely on mountain resources to launch trail running and mountain climbing competitions, some combine the culture of old revolutionary areas to hold red revolutionary old area cycling challenges, and many places deeply integrate various types of events with cultural tourism to launch characteristic sports tourism products, which are very popular among the masses.
Exploring more flexible and distinctive event forms in accordance with local conditions can not only avoid excessive reliance on the city's carrying capacity by large-scale marathon events, but also help to deeply tap local potential. It is believed that with the efforts of various places, more differentiated event brands will emerge, further empowering urban development.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporters Tao Xiang'an (陶相安) and Dong Zeyang (董泽扬)) The mobilization meeting for the establishment of the Chinese Sports Delegation for the Sixth Asian Beach Games (hereinafter referred to as the "Sanya Asian Beach Games") was held in Beijing on the 15th. The Asian Beach Games is the largest comprehensive beach sports event in Asia, hosted by the Olympic Council of Asia. The Sanya Asian Beach Games is the sixth edition of the event and the first large-scale international comprehensive sports event to be held after the closure and operation of the Hainan Free Trade Port.
The Sanya Asian Beach Games includes 14 major events, 15 sub-events, and 62 minor events. The Chinese Sports Delegation has sent a total of 255 people, including 171 athletes, who will participate in 13 major events and 60 minor events, excluding beach kabaddi. This is the highest participation rate of China in the Asian Beach Games.
The Chinese Sports Delegation consists of 91 male athletes and 80 female athletes, with an average age of approximately 25 years old. The oldest athlete is 58 years old, and the youngest is 14 years old. The opening ceremony of this Asian Beach Games will be held on April 22nd, and the closing ceremony will be held on April 30th. Both events will take place at the Asian Beach Games Park in the Tianya Haijiao (天涯海角) Scenic Area in Sanya City (三亚市).
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporter Ji Fang) The first leg of the 2026 Archery World Cup recently concluded in Puebla, Mexico. The Chinese archery team performed excellently, starting their new season journey with a score of 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals.
In the women's recurve team event, the Chinese team, composed of Zhu Jingyi (朱静怡), Huang Yuwei (黄雨薇), and Yu Qi (于淇), performed outstandingly. In the ranking round, the Chinese team ranked first and advanced. In the elimination round, they successively defeated the French and Spanish teams, entering the final. In the gold medal match against the Turkish team, the girls advanced steadily and surely, defeating their opponents 6:0 to win gold.
In the women's recurve individual event, Zhu Jingyi (朱静怡), Huang Yuwei (黄雨薇), and Yu Qi (于淇) all reached the semi-finals. Zhu Jingyi (朱静怡), with her outstanding performance, won the gold medal in the final, teammate Yu Qi (于淇) won the silver medal, and Huang Yuwei (黄雨薇) won the bronze medal.
In the recurve mixed team gold medal match, the Chinese team, composed of Zhu Jingyi (朱静怡) and Sun Jingxuan (孙景宣), defeated the American team to win the championship. In the recurve men's team event, the Chinese team, composed of Wang Yan (王岩), Qin Wangyu (秦望愉), and Sun Jingxuan (孙景宣), won the bronze medal.
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporter Tao Xiang'an (陶相安)) Local time on April 13th, the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) Draft was held. Chinese team player Ran Kejia (冉珂嘉) was selected by the Atlanta Dream with the 43rd pick, becoming the fourth Chinese team player to be selected in the WNBA Draft, following Zheng Haixia (郑海霞), Han Xu (韩旭), and Li Yueru (李月汝).
Born in 2006, Ran Kejia (冉珂嘉) has been selected for the national team multiple times. In 2022, she was selected for the Chinese National U18 Women's Basketball Team and won the runner-up in the 2022 FIBA U18 Women's Asian Cup with the team. In 2025, Ran Kejia (冉珂嘉) participated in the FIBA U19 Women's Basketball World Cup as a key player of the Chinese U19 Women's Basketball Team, averaging 19.1 points and 11.3 rebounds per game, both of which were the highest in the team. With her outstanding performance, she was selected into the Chinese Women's Basketball training list that year and participated in warm-up matches with the team. This season, Ran Kejia (冉珂嘉) plays for the Sichuan Team (四川队) in the Women's Chinese Basketball Association (WCBA).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 方 敏
"If you don't practice the basics for even a day, your skills will become rusty. You must persevere." Inside the gymnasium of Zhengzhou No. 9 Middle School (郑州市第九中学) in Henan Province (河南省), 74-year-old Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) is teaching girls how to play volleyball. Bending down to pick up a ball, lightly flicking her wrist, sending the volleyball flying—she has repeated these movements for more than 60 years.
Ge Shuru's (葛淑茹) connection with Henan (河南) volleyball is "too deep." In her youth, she was a professional volleyball player. After retiring, she taught at Henan Experimental Middle School (河南省实验中学) for 9 years, and then steadfastly remained at Zhengzhou No. 9 Middle School (郑州九中) for 13 years. She has brought up wave after wave of good seedlings: leading the team to consecutive championships at the National Middle School Games, winning multiple championships at the National Middle School Volleyball League and the National Middle School Traditional Volleyball Tournament, and repeatedly winning championships at the Henan Provincial Youth Volleyball Championship and the Provincial Traditional Volleyball Tournament...
What makes Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) happy is that many people follow in her footsteps, dedicating themselves to campus volleyball teaching. "The students I've trained often come back to see me. Seeing them pass on this spirit, I'm even happier than winning a championship myself." Speaking of her students, Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) is full of smiles.
At the Henan Provincial Women's Volleyball City League held last year, Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) served as the head coach of the Zhengzhou (郑州) team. The players' ages ranged from 16 to 45, covering students, teachers, retired athletes, etc. Facing the challenge of integration, she united the team with the concept of "compensating through net movement and emphasizing inclusiveness," delving into technical details during the day and studying tactics at night, eventually leading the team to a 12-game winning streak. In March of this year, the Zhengzhou No. 9 Middle School (郑州九中) women's volleyball team represented Zhengzhou (郑州市) in the competition, winning the Group A and Group B championships in the Henan (河南) Youth Three Ball Games. Currently, Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) is leading the young players in hard training, preparing for the upcoming National Middle School Volleyball Championship.
"Grandma Ge's (葛奶奶) spirit is our winning confidence," said Zhong Manying (仲曼莹), the captain of the Zhengzhou (郑州) team. "We admire her from the bottom of our hearts."
In addition to competitions, what also concerns Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) is the foundation building of local women's volleyball. During the league, she took the initiative to organize youth volleyball exchange activities, compiled detailed tactical notes and training experiences, and shared them with coaches from multiple schools in the province to help improve volleyball teaching standards.
"Everyone is an opponent on the court, but off the court, we are all 'comrades-in-arms'," said Ge Shuru (葛淑茹). "I hope more children will like watching and playing volleyball. Being able to build up a reserve force for volleyball, I am happy even if I am tired."
On the training ground, Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) is a strict teacher who means what she says, requiring the players to accurately perform every passing and spiking action. Watching her commanding loudly, a young player quietly said, "Grandma Ge (葛奶奶) has high demands, and I'm a little afraid that I won't do well." A player withstood the pressure and hit a good shot. "Good shot!" Ge Shuru's (葛淑茹) praise resounded throughout the gymnasium, and the young player grinned.
Her son advised Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) to enjoy her old age, but Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) shook her head: "The volleyball is still spinning, and I want to keep playing." Picking up balls, serving, and demonstrating, she runs the entire court.
As night falls, training ends. Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) puts the last volleyball into the ball basket. Looking at the young players in their teens, and looking at herself in the present, Ge Shuru (葛淑茹) is very gratified: "More than 60 years have passed, and I am still fortunate to shine on the volleyball court. I have played volleyball all my life, and I can't let it go even in my old age."
Return to TopThis newspaper reported from Beijing on April 15th (Reporter Li Shuo (李硕)). Recently, in the doubles final of the WTA (Women's Tennis Association) 500 Linz Station held in Linz, Austria, Chinese player Zhang Shuai (张帅), paired with Romanian player Costia, defeated Malekova/Skocic to win the championship. This is Zhang Shuai's (张帅) third doubles title this season and the eighteenth tour doubles title of her career. Zhang Shuai (张帅) said after the game that it was her first time partnering with Costia, "We want to prove that no matter the age, we can still have wonderful performances. When you work hard and enjoy tennis, you can still win the game and win the championship."
Return to TopThis newspaper reports from Xining (西宁) on April 15th (Reporter Jiang Meng (江萌)): A reporter learned from the Qinghai Provincial Sports Bureau (青海省体育局) that in order to promote the integrated development of the "First Snow Mountain in Life" comprehensive plateau ice and snow sports base with snow camping, mountain skiing, and other ice and snow business formats, a snow mountain guide training class recently opened at the foot of Gangshika Snow Mountain (岗什卡雪峰) in Qinghai (青海).
This training constructs a "theory + practice + assessment" training system. The courses cover modules such as plateau medicine, meteorology, mountaineering techniques, and emergency rescue. It is jointly taught by top domestic mountaineering experts and experienced local guides, relying on Gangshika Snow Mountain (岗什卡雪峰) to carry out field teaching, allowing students to master key skills such as ice wall climbing, crevasse rescue, and high-altitude camp construction. This training aims to cultivate a group of Qinghai (青海) snow mountain guides with high-level specialized skills, build a safe and standardized outdoor environment, and provide talent support for the development of Qinghai's (青海) mountain outdoor sports.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 刘文璋
It is reported that the mayor of Yonaguni Town (与那国町) in Okinawa Prefecture (冲绳县) met with Japanese Defense Minister Shinzō Koizumi (小泉进次郎) on the 13th, expressing his agreement with the Ministry of Defense's plan to deploy anti-aircraft missile units in Yonaguni Town (与那国町). Not long ago, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (日本海上自卫队) completed its largest reorganization since its establishment, with the surface combat force's positioning shifting from "escort" to "combat." The Ground Self-Defense Force (陆上自卫队) deployed multiple types of long-range missiles in Kumamoto Prefecture (熊本县) and Shizuoka Prefecture (静冈县), and plans to further extend deployments to various parts of the country. The Air Self-Defense Force (航空自卫队) upgraded the "Space Operations Group" (宇宙作战群) responsible for "space surveillance" to a "Space Operations Squadron" (宇宙作战团), significantly expanding its personnel size. Analysts believe that the Sanae Takaichi (高市早苗) government is accelerating the transformation of armed forces towards "offensive capabilities," continuously hollowing out Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution, completely deviating from the principle of "exclusively defense-oriented," and exposing its ambition for "re-militarization" without any disguise. These dangerous trends have aroused high vigilance and strong opposition from the Japanese people and insightful individuals.
"A Historic and Dangerous Turn"
Recently, the Japan Self-Defense Forces (日本自卫队) deployed the "Type 12 Surface-to-Ship Missile" (25式地对舰导弹) and the "Type 12 Improved Surface-to-Ship Missile (High-Speed Glide Phase)" (25式高速滑翔弹) at the Kenjun Garrison (健军驻屯地) in Kumamoto Prefecture (熊本县) and the Fuji Garrison (富士驻屯地) in Shizuoka Prefecture (静冈县), respectively. Among them, the "Type 12 Surface-to-Ship Missile" has a range of approximately 1,000 kilometers, far exceeding the territory of Japan, and has obvious offensive attributes. Hiroshi Shiratori (白鸟浩), a professor at Hosei University (法政大学) in Japan, bluntly stated that this move completely deviates from the pacifist policy pursued by Japan after the war, "The Japanese government is constantly strengthening its military offensive capabilities through a series of actions such as reorganizing the Self-Defense Forces and deploying long-range missiles, which will inevitably exacerbate regional tensions."
In the reorganization of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (日本海上自卫队), the "Surface Fleet" (水上舰队), which was reorganized from the original "Escort Fleet" (护卫舰队) and the "Mine Countermeasures Force" (扫海队群) responsible for mine sweeping, achieved centralized and unified command of various surface ships such as mine countermeasure vessels under the jurisdiction of the original two forces and local forces. This adjustment is known as the "largest reorganization in the history" of the Maritime Self-Defense Force, and its combat-oriented shift is very prominent. Makoto Konishi (小西诚), a Japanese military commentator and former Air Self-Defense Force officer, expressed deep concern about this. "The purpose of this adjustment is not only to improve command efficiency, but also includes the deep-seated intention of using the Maritime Self-Defense Force as a combat force and concentrating its combat effectiveness."
Atsushi Koketsu (纐缬厚), Professor Emeritus at Yamaguchi University (山口大学), stated that Japan is densely deploying missiles in the Southwest Islands (西南诸岛), especially in areas such as Yonaguni Island (与那国岛), which are only over 100 kilometers away from Taiwan. "The Japanese government is blindly hyping up the so-called 'China threat theory.' In fact, Japan's series of military actions are a real and serious provocation."
Recently, many Japanese people held protest rallies in front of the Fuji Garrison (富士驻屯地) in Shizuoka Prefecture (静冈县), firmly opposing the Self-Defense Forces' deployment of the "Type 12 Improved Surface-to-Ship Missile (High-Speed Glide Phase)" there. Koji Sugihara (杉原浩司), the initiator of the event and representative of the Japanese citizens' group "Stop Large-Scale Military Expansion," stated that the deployment of long-range missiles enables Japan to strike coastal and deep targets in neighboring countries again after 81 years since the war, "**这是一个历史性的危险转向** (zhè shì yī gè lì shǐ xìng de wēi xiǎn zhuǎn xiàng - "this is a historic dangerous turn," marking a significant and perilous shift in policy or direction), marking the complete transformation of the Self-Defense Forces into a combat force with offensive capabilities."
Yasuhito Takeuchi (竹内康人), a resident of Hamamatsu City (滨松市) in Shizuoka Prefecture (静冈县), said in an interview with this reporter: "The deployment of long-range missiles seriously violates the principle of 'exclusively defense-oriented' and will inevitably undermine regional peace and stability. Once a conflict breaks out, the deployment site will also become a target of attack, endangering the safety of the people."
The Ryukyu Shimpo (琉球新报), a Japanese newspaper, commented that the Sanae Takaichi (高市早苗) government is accelerating Japan's move towards becoming a "combat-capable" country, which is extremely dangerous. Japan should immediately stop related deployments, adhere to the principle of "exclusively defense-oriented," and return to the path of peaceful development.
"What Protects Japan is the Constitution, Not Weapons"
On March 30, representatives from various Japanese parties held face-to-face negotiations with officials from the Ministry of Defense at the House of Representatives Members' Office Building (众议院议员会馆), strongly opposing Japan's deployment of long-range missiles in various locations. Facing more than 20 related questions raised by citizen groups such as the "Network Opposing Arms Exports" (反对武器出口网络), officials from the Ministry of Defense mostly used vague statements such as "not very clear" and "no comment" to perfunctorily answer, which aroused strong dissatisfaction among the participants.
Kujirai (鲸井), a local resident, told this reporter after the negotiations that in recent years, the Japanese Ministry of Defense has often refused to respond to public doubts and opposition to military expansion, citing reasons such as "it is inconvenient to disclose defense capabilities as it would expose them," and its attitude has always been perfunctory. "The government turns a deaf ear to public opposition to military expansion, and the so-called rhetoric of 'protecting the country' and 'making Japan rich and strong' is essentially an excuse for large-scale military expansion." He emphasized that the government deliberately conceals and evades strengthening military actions, disregards and even distorts the public's legitimate right to demand information disclosure, fully demonstrating the dangerous trend of Japan's shift towards a "war-mongering country."
Not long ago, at an anti-war rally held near the Diet (国会), Taku Yamazoe (山添拓), Chairman of the Policy Committee of the Japanese Communist Party (日本共产党) and a member of the House of Councillors, told reporters that according to the Japanese government's consistent position, weapons such as long-range missiles that have the ability to directly attack other countries are not allowed to be possessed at the constitutional level, so the relevant deployment behavior itself is suspected of being unconstitutional. He emphasized that achieving regional peace and stability must adhere to dialogue and consultation.
Mizuho Fukushima (福岛瑞穗), the leader of the Social Democratic Party of Japan (日本社民党), recently expressed a similar view: "Under the framework of Article 9 of the Constitution, which adheres to the principle of 'exclusively defense-oriented,' the deployment of long-range missiles is clearly suspected of being unconstitutional." Koji Sugihara (杉原浩司) stated that Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution and related content in the preamble clearly declare Japan's reflection on past acts of aggression and its commitment to no longer becoming a perpetrator of war. This deployment of long-range missiles means that this commitment has been completely abandoned.
Akahata (赤旗报), a Japanese newspaper, published a commentary emphasizing: "What protects Japan is the Constitution, not weapons." The Sanae Takaichi (高市早苗) government is attempting to amend Article 9 of the Constitution to clear obstacles for the full exercise of the right to collective self-defense and the unrestricted dispatch of troops overseas. What Japan needs to do is not to promote military expansion under the pretext of "strengthening deterrence" and "creating fear," but to adhere to the "Peace Constitution" and play an active role in promoting disarmament and maintaining regional peace.
"Deploying More Missiles Will Not Bring True Peace"
The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (日本陆上自卫队) transported long-range missile-related vehicles and other equipment into the Kenjun Garrison (健军驻屯地) in Higashi Ward (东区), Kumamoto City (熊本市) in the early morning of March 9, but the local government was not informed of this deployment plan in advance. This move aroused dissatisfaction and criticism from local officials. Kumamoto Prefecture Governor Ikuo Kabashima (木村敬) said, "This prefecture has not received any notification, but learned about this matter through news reports, which is deeply regrettable." Kazufumi Onishi (大西一史), the mayor of Kumamoto City (熊本市), also stated that he hopes the government will face up to the public's anxiety, explain the situation to local residents in a timely manner, and disclose relevant information.
Koji Uchinuma (内仓浩昭), the highest-ranking active-duty official in the Japanese Ministry of Defense and Chief of Staff of the Joint Staff, stated that he is aware of the public's anxiety, but compared with this, it is more important to enhance deterrence by strengthening strike capabilities. In response, Masahiko Yamashita (山下雅彦), representative of the Kumamoto Citizens' Group "Prefectural Residents' Association Against Long-Range Missiles" and Professor Emeritus at Tokai University (东海大学) in Japan, said: "Our anxiety has been completely ignored. The so-called 'deterrence priority' is essentially disregarding the safety of the people."
Misawa (三泽), a Japanese citizen who participated in the protest rally, said that the government's forced promotion of the deployment of long-range missiles without obtaining public consent or holding sufficient explanatory meetings is a serious mistake in itself. "These military facilities will become a source of threat to launch attacks against foreign countries, which will only exacerbate regional conflicts, and ultimately the ordinary people will suffer."
"Deploying more missiles will not bring true peace." Eiji Mori (森荣司), a Japanese citizen who participated in the protest rally, told reporters that the areas where missiles are deployed will instead become targets of attack, which will then affect innocent people in the surrounding areas.
Recently, the Mainichi Shimbun (每日新闻), a Japanese newspaper, published an editorial opposing the Japanese government's forced deployment of long-range missiles. The editorial emphasized that the Japanese government is blindly imposing new burdens on local areas and failing to respond to the concerns of local people, which is extremely irresponsible. The Hokkaido Shimbun (北海道新闻), a Japanese newspaper, commented that the government did not explain such a major deployment of new equipment to local people in advance, which should not be tolerated; the remarks of senior Self-Defense Force officials who disregard the feelings of the people are even more intolerable. "**轻视民众与地方自治体的意愿** (qīng shì mín zhòng yǔ dì fāng zì zhì tǐ de yì yuàn - "disregarding the will of the people and local governments," showing disrespect for the opinions and autonomy of local communities), is by no means the attitude that the Japanese central government should have."
The Fuji Garrison (富士驻屯地) of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (日本陆上自卫队) is located in Oyama Town (小山町), Shizuoka Prefecture (静冈县), and is one of the largest Ground Self-Defense Force garrisons in the Honshu region. Recently, the Ministry of Defense forcibly deployed the "Type 12 Improved Surface-to-Ship Missile (High-Speed Glide Phase)" there without holding a residents' briefing, which aroused strong opposition from local citizens' groups. Protesters shouted slogans such as "We want life, not military equipment" and "Don't let our hometown become a battlefield," expressing their desire for a peaceful life and their dissatisfaction with military expansion.
Ryoko (僚子), a Japanese citizen who participated in the rally, told reporters that she has relatives and friends in both Kumamoto Prefecture (熊本县) and Shizuoka Prefecture (静冈县), and felt deeply uneasy after learning that missiles were deployed in both places. "In the past, the government has never forcibly promoted such deployments, but the Sanae Takaichi (高市早苗) government has unilaterally promoted military expansion policies under various names without sufficient deliberation in the Diet, which is worrying." She called on the government to immediately stop related practices to avoid further exacerbating social anxiety.
(Reported from Tokyo (东京) by this newspaper on April 15)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 白晓川
On April 10th, two containers of fresh durian were exported from the Friendship International Border Gate (友谊国际口岸) in Lang Son Province (谅山省), Vietnam, to China. This batch of durian was harvested from the raw material planting area of Bao Loc Ward (保禄坊), Lam Dong Province (林同省), Vietnam, and is the first batch of Vietnamese durian to be exported through the "green channel" with full-chain traceability. Over the past 10 years, the planting area of Vietnam's core durian growing regions has increased nearly fivefold, with an annual output of 1.5 million tons, of which more than 90% is exported to the Chinese market.
In recent years, Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports to China have maintained strong growth. The latest data from the Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Environment shows that in the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam's fruit and vegetable export trade volume reached US$1.54 billion, a year-on-year increase of 32.1%. Among them, exports to the Chinese market increased by approximately 63% year-on-year, accounting for more than 50% of the total export volume, and China continues to be Vietnam's largest fruit and vegetable export market. The Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association believes that the expansion of demand in the Chinese market is an important driving force for the continued growth of Vietnamese agriculture. If Vietnam can fully seize the opportunities in the Chinese market, its fruit and vegetable exports to China are expected to reach US$8 billion to US$10 billion in the next few years.
The categories of Vietnamese fruit and vegetable exports to China are also constantly expanding, including 16 kinds of fruits and vegetables such as durian, passion fruit, banana, and coconut. China and Vietnam have promoted the transition from "border trade" to "formal trade" by signing phytosanitary protocols for specific agricultural products. "In the past, border trade prices fluctuated greatly, and goods were prone to congestion," said Le Duc Anh (黎德英), a fruit merchant at the Mong Cai (芒街) border gate in Vietnam. "The 'green channel' mechanism of formal trade channels provides a guarantee for the rapid customs clearance of seasonal fruits during peak periods." Dinh Minh Tuan (丁明俊), a durian grower in Lam Dong Province (林同省), said: "Thanks to the advantages of geographical distance, lower logistics costs, and huge demand for Vietnamese agricultural products, China has become a key market for Vietnamese durian exports. Vietnamese durian can reach China in only 2 to 3 days via direct sea routes."
Vietnam's fruit and vegetable industry is accelerating its transformation from "winning by quantity" to "winning by quality." Compared with the traditional export process, the durian exported through the "green channel" this time is affixed with traceability labels at the fruit tree stage, and each fruit is coded simultaneously after harvesting, and links such as phytosanitary quarantine and certificate of origin issuance are completed in advance at the planting location. This series of measures aims to ensure the quality of the fruit and is also conducive to shortening customs clearance time at the port. The Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has taken durian as a pilot project and promoted the construction of 12 digital control platforms in the agricultural field nationwide, using QR codes to give export fruits and vegetables a "digital passport" to achieve full traceability. From July 1st, Vietnam's digital traceability system will be extended to various agricultural products, providing technological empowerment for the export of more products.
An article in the Vietnamese People's Daily (《人民报》) believes that this measure is an important step in building a transparent industrial chain. In the future, it will realize the whole-process control from production, harvesting, initial processing, packaging to export, so that fruit and vegetable products can better meet market requirements. Le Duc Anh (黎德英) said, "High requirements for quality and traceability have prompted the continuous upgrading of Vietnam's agricultural production, which ultimately benefits farmers and enterprises."
In addition, Vietnam also encourages the development of high-value, deep-processed products such as cold chain, fruit juice, and dried fruit to complete the annual fruit and vegetable export target for 2026. The person in charge of Vietnam GC Food Company said that they plan to increase cold chain capacity by 30% in the future, and frozen durian exports to China will be close to the level of fresh durian. "The large Chinese market is an important driving force for Vietnam to accelerate the development of the fruit and vegetable industry. In the future, Vietnam will further promote industrial structure optimization and achieve sustainable industrial growth."
(Reported by People's Daily (本报) in Hanoi (河内) on April 15)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 尚凯元
Recently, the French government officially released the "National Food, Nutrition and Climate Strategy," proposing to promote a healthier and more sustainable diet for all by 2030. This is the first time France has integrated food, nutrition, and climate policies into the same strategic framework at the national level. Building on existing nutritional guidelines, it systematically integrates dietary issues into the overall public health and climate governance.
In terms of overall goals, the French government proposes to reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity among children and adolescents by 30% based on 2015 levels by 2030; gradually eliminate food insecurity and reduce social inequalities in the dietary field; reduce greenhouse gas emissions related to the food system by 50% compared to 1990 levels, excluding carbon sinks, and steadily implement national biodiversity protection goals; and enhance the autonomy and risk resistance of the national food system by optimizing production and consumption structures.
To achieve the above goals, the French government has clarified a series of specific implementation indicators, focusing on promoting transformation around dietary structure adjustment and supply system optimization. On the one hand, it guides residents' diets to align with national nutrition guidelines, increasing the consumption of fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole grains, and reasonably controlling meat consumption, especially imported meat products; on the other hand, it strengthens the sustainability of the food supply side, proposing that the average consumption of organic food reach 12% by 2030, and that "sustainable and high-quality" products account for no less than 50% of public and private collective catering, of which organic products account for no less than 20%. By expanding the coverage of local food projects, reducing food waste, increasing the proportion of fruits and vegetables in food assistance, and promoting social pricing mechanisms, the fairness, sustainability, and accessibility of the food system are further enhanced.
In recent years, the burden of chronic diseases closely related to dietary structure in France has continued to increase. Official data show that about 30% of cardiovascular disease deaths are related to unreasonable diets, and obesity among children and adolescents has aroused widespread social concern. At the same time, the impact of the food system on the environment is increasingly prominent, with food consumption accounting for about 24% of France's overall carbon footprint. The food security situation is also severe. In 2022, 1 in 6 people in France faced food insecurity.
The contradiction between supply and demand in the French food sector is also constantly highlighted. Last winter, winter vegetables such as leeks, cauliflower, and potatoes matured intensively due to abnormal weather, and weak market demand led to product inventory backlogs, putting many farmers in a difficult situation of losses. At the same time, affected by the impact of avian influenza, the transformation of breeding models, and the slow recovery of production capacity, the supply of eggs has remained insufficient. Sudden snowfall in winter has even blocked logistics, resulting in "out of stock" phenomena on egg shelves in some supermarkets, which has also become an important reason for the French government to accelerate the implementation of relevant strategies.
In order to gradually solve the problem of food supply and demand contradictions and nutritional imbalances, France launched 14 key supporting actions in 2025. The actions include revising industry agreements to set upper limits for salt, sugar, and fat, and minimum standards for fiber for major food categories; clarifying the quality standards of meals in childcare institutions and elderly care institutions through regulations to ensure the dietary health of special groups; focusing on reducing minors' exposure to high-fat, high-sugar, and high-salt food advertisements, exploring the extension of nutrition and environmental labels to non-prepackaged foods and catering service fields, and guiding the public to form healthy consumption habits.
Monique Barbut (莫妮克·巴尔比), Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, International Climate and Natural Negotiations, said, "Eating better is taking action for the planet and health, and truly integrating ecology into the daily plate." Anne Ghennequar (安妮·热纳瓦尔), Minister of Agriculture, Agri-Food and Food Sovereignty, believes that guiding consumption behavior and expanding the local sustainable high-quality agricultural product market are important ways to improve France's food security level and promote the transformation of the food system.
(Reported from Paris (巴黎) on April 15th by this newspaper)
Return to TopUS Media Claims US and Iran Principally Agree to Extend Ceasefire; US and Iranian Officials Have Not Yet Confirmed
According to a report by Xinhua News Agency Cairo on April 15th, the Associated Press reported on the 15th that the United States and Iran are close to reaching a plan to extend the ceasefire. However, this claim has not yet been confirmed by US and Iranian officials.
The Associated Press quoted two Middle East officials as saying that the US and Iran have "principally agreed" to extend the ceasefire in order to buy time for more diplomatic efforts.
The report said that before the US-Iran ceasefire expires, mediators are pushing both sides to reach a compromise on three major points of contention, which led to the breakdown of negotiations last weekend. These three points of contention are the Iranian nuclear program, the passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and the issue of war reparations.
The US news website Axios subsequently quoted a US official as saying: "The United States has not formally agreed to extend the ceasefire. The US and Iran are still in contact to reach an agreement."
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Baghaei said at a press conference that day that, as of now, various speculations about extending the ceasefire have not been confirmed, and relevant consultations are continuing only through Pakistani mediators.
Iranian Media: US-Made Communication Equipment in Iran Malfunctioned Collectively During Attack in Central Iran
According to a report by Xinhua News Agency Tehran on April 15th, Iran's Fars News Agency reported on the 14th that during the attack in Isfahan Province (伊斯法罕省) in central Iran, a large number of US-made communication equipment in Iran suddenly malfunctioned, and the operating system crashed.
The report said that the faulty communication equipment all came from US brands such as Cisco, Fortinet, and Juniper. The report quoted Iranian cybersecurity experts as saying that the country's communication network may have suffered four types of malicious attacks this time. The first is hidden access: the relevant products contain "backdoors" that can be activated even without an internet connection, which can damage the equipment; the second is malicious data packets: sending special data from inside the network, causing the system to collapse instantly; the third is a lurking "botnet": malware that has been lurking for many years and is activated when specific events occur; the fourth is production chain pollution: hardware and software have been tampered with before entering the country, and even replacing the operating system cannot solve the problem.
The report said that this incident shows that a country's cybersecurity pillar cannot rely on foreign equipment. True security begins with independently owning and producing indigenous technology. Developing domestically produced equipment is no longer just a slogan, but a necessity for survival in cyber warfare.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency, Tokyo, April 15th (Reporters Li Shimeng (李诗萌) and Liu Chunyan (刘春燕)) The Japan National Tourism Organization announced on the 15th that the number of visitors to Japan from mainland China in March decreased by 55.9% year-on-year, marking the fourth consecutive month of year-on-year decline. In the first quarter of this year, the number of visitors to Japan from mainland China decreased by 54.6% year-on-year.
Since Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (高市早苗) made erroneous remarks regarding Taiwan, the number of tourists from mainland China to Japan has continued to decline, putting pressure on various industries in Japan, including retail, accommodation, and catering.
Preliminary statistics released on the same day by the Japan Tourism Agency under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism showed that in the first quarter, consumption by visitors to Japan from mainland China decreased significantly by 276.3 billion yen (approximately 159 yen to 1 US dollar) year-on-year.
Affected by the decrease in tourists from mainland China, the net profits of Japanese department store Takashimaya (高岛屋) and J.Front Retailing Co. (J.Front零售公司) both experienced their first decline in five fiscal years. Keiichi Ono (小野圭一), president of J.Front Retailing Co., said at the financial report release conference: "It will be difficult to 摆脱 (bǎi tuō - "shake off," to get rid of; to break away from) the impact of the decrease in Chinese tourists in the short term."
Return to TopCambodia's electric vehicle market is developing rapidly. According to statistics, the number of registered electric vehicles nationwide has exceeded 10,000. Chinese brands such as BYD (比亚迪) and Xpeng (小鹏) are very popular, helping local green travel. The picture shows the BYD passenger vehicle factory located in the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone (西哈努克港经济特区) in Cambodia. The factory is designed with an annual production capacity of over 10,000 vehicles and is officially put into production at the end of 2025.
People's Daily reporter Bai Yuanqi (白元琪) photographed.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 宋豪新
"What Committee Member Li said is practical, we can understand it and use it!" In the courtyard of Nanqiao Community, Guankou Street, Dujiangyan City, Sichuan Province, a publicity event on the Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress had just ended, and people of all ethnic groups gathered together for a lively discussion. The "Committee Member Li" they were talking about is Li Zhi (李智), a member of the Sichuan Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and Deputy Director of the Standing Committee of the Dujiangyan Municipal People's Congress. She used accessible language and vivid examples to bring legal policies to the hearts of the people. This is a microcosm of the Sichuan Provincial Committee of the CPPCC's "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" performance brand.
In recent years, the Sichuan Provincial Committee of the CPPCC has innovatively created the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" performance brand. Committee members have gone to plateaus, entered communities, and visited villages, setting up publicity platforms in the fields and extending their performance footprints to the grassroots level, exploring a mobile path of uniting people's hearts and gathering strength.
In-depth Interaction: From "I Speak, You Listen" to "You Need, I Respond"
The effectiveness of publicity ultimately lies in building consensus and solving practical problems. In the practice of the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall," the Sichuan Provincial Committee of the CPPCC combines policy publicity with listening to public opinion, turning the "small lecture hall" into a "bridge connecting hearts" for committee members and the masses.
"Employment is the biggest livelihood issue. A stable job can often drive the development of a family," said Han Wenbing (韩文兵), a member of the Sichuan Provincial Committee of the CPPCC and Chairman of Huake Electric Co., Ltd. When giving publicity in ethnic minority areas, he not only conveyed the Party's good policies but also actively connected with human resources and social security departments and vocational colleges to bring enterprise positions to the doorsteps of local youth. For young people who are willing and meet the conditions, he not only provides pre-job skills training but also arranges experienced masters to "pass on, help, and lead."
After a mobile lecture hall, several Tibetan and Qiang youths gathered around: "Committee Member Han, we also want to learn a skill, but we don't know where to learn." Han Wenbing immediately responded: "If you are willing to come, I am willing to teach!"
Now, Huake Electric has successively added 42 young people from ethnic minorities such as the Qiang, Tibetan, and Miao to its workforce. Weng Maosen (翁茂森), a Qiang young man from Beichuan Qiang Autonomous County (北川羌族自治县) in Mianyang City, is now a technical backbone in the electrical assembly position. Recalling when he first entered the factory, he said with emotion: "At that time, I didn't know anything, and I was very flustered. Committee Member Han specially found me a master who taught me hand-in-hand for three months. Now I can also train apprentices."
"Employees of all ethnic groups are tightly united like pomegranate seeds, working together and growing together, becoming a warm scene," said Han Wenbing, adding that he will continue to leverage the advantages of CPPCC members to promote more social forces to pay attention to the development of ethnic minority areas.
Such a "two-way rush" is not an isolated case. According to statistics, through the precise connection of the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall," CPPCC members at all levels in Sichuan Province have cumulatively helped ethnic minority areas solve more than 2,300 employment positions and carried out more than 400 vocational skills training sessions, turning policy dividends into the actual income of the masses. Committee members have transformed from the one-way output of "I speak, you listen" to the in-depth interaction of "you need, I respond," allowing the Party's policies and the voices of the people to resonate at the same frequency and gathering the ideological consensus of unity and struggle in solving specific problems.
Multi-party Collaboration: Transforming the "Problem List" into the "Achievement List"
The "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" is not only a publicity platform but also a consultation platform for gathering the wisdom of all parties and promoting regional development. In Xuanhan County (宣汉县), Dazhou City, on the southern edge of the Daba Mountains (大巴山), the transformation of the Yueliangping Forest Health Tourism Resort is a vivid footnote to the "sinking" of the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" performance brand.
Yueliangping is more than 1,000 meters above sea level, with a forest coverage rate of 99.39%, making it a natural summer resort. However, the former Yueliangping was not well-known due to inconvenient transportation and lack of planning.
"Such good resources cannot be wasted!" Feng Xue (丰雪), Executive Vice President of the Xuanhan County Party School, and other members of the Xuanhan County CPPCC jointly proposed suggestions on exploring forest resources in the central mountainous area and developing summer health tourism. The county CPPCC organized members to visit forest farms and farmers, forming a detailed research report that drew a clear roadmap for the development of Yueliangping.
With ideas, how to implement them? In the process of upgrading Yueliangping, committee members relied on the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" as a carrier to build the consultation platform at the project site, allowing problems to be solved on the front line.
The construction party originally planned to move a century-old tree, but Feng Xue immediately rushed to the scene and stopped the construction team. "This tree has grown for hundreds of years, and it is likely to die if it is moved. What attracts people to Yueliangping is this original 'soul'!"
The design party had unspeakable difficulties: "If the plan is not changed, the viewing platform's view will indeed be affected; if it is changed, the construction period and cost will increase."
The Xuanhan County CPPCC mediated on the spot: "Can we have both modern facilities and retain the nostalgia? Let the viewing platform and the forest trail 'coexist' with the ancient tree. This tree is the best sign."
After repeated demonstrations, the design party finally adopted the suggestion and adjusted the orientation of the viewing platform and the direction of the trail. Today, this ancient tree has become a popular spot for tourists to take photos, creating the iconic scenic spot "Looking at the Moon from the Tree Crown."
From the retention of a tree, the direction of a trail, to the adjustment of a viewing platform, committee members coordinated and solved more than 30 problems through the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall." In 2025, the Yueliangping scenic area received more than 300,000 tourists, and surrounding towns such as Maoba (毛坝) and Hongfeng (红峰) also developed homestays and catering industries, and the people's pockets became more and more bulging.
According to statistics, through the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall," the CPPCC system in Sichuan Province has cumulatively helped solve more than 1,100 practical livelihood issues, gradually transforming the people's "problem list" into a "happiness achievement list."
Forming Synergy: From "Blooming in Spots" to "Bearing Fruit on the Surface"
Under the guidance of the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall," CPPCCs at all levels in Sichuan Province have promoted the formation of a performance path of "publicity + activities + services + consultation" in accordance with local conditions. While publicizing policies, committee members simultaneously carry out technical guidance, legal aid, medical assistance, and other services to benefit the people. In the process of serving the people, they simultaneously collect social conditions and public opinions and carry out "small and micro consultations." This method of "**边讲边办，以办促讲**" (biān jiǎng biān bàn, yǐ bàn cù jiǎng - "speaking while doing, promoting speaking through doing," integrating publicity with practical action) makes the content of publicity more down-to-earth and the effectiveness of performance more substantial.
In Qushan Town (曲山镇), Beichuan Qiang Autonomous County, a mobile lecture hall focusing on the theme of "high-quality construction of livable, workable, and beautiful villages" was launched in full swing, relying on the "Ermuziba" (尔姆孜巴) (Qiang language, meaning "discussion field," a traditional democratic consultation and deliberation form of the Qiang ethnic group) consultation and deliberation platform.
"I am a native of Shiyi. In my memory, generations of ancestors relied on walking for transportation, carrying water for drinking, and picking firewood for cooking. Now, every household is eating the tourism meal. Seeing the changes in Shiyi Village, we are especially happy," said Miao Guanzhi (苗关志), a representative of the masses, emotionally at the meeting.
The Beichuan Qiang Autonomous County CPPCC actively promotes the effective connection between CPPCC consultation and grassroots governance, solidifying the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" into a long-term mechanism and building the "Zaofu (皂福) (deliberation under the soapberry tree, homophonic with 'creating happiness') deliberation platform." "The consultation atmosphere is strong, and the promotion of various tasks is orderly, truly realizing 'grassroots whistle, department response,'" introduced Zhang Yuan (张源), the first secretary of Shiyi Village.
The "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" not only brought policies but also promoted local ecological environmental protection. The Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture (阿坝藏族羌族自治州) CPPCC extended the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" to the front line of desertification control in the upper reaches of the Yellow River, organizing members to conduct publicity and on-site consultation at the desertification control points many times.
Due to the erosion of the Yellow River coastline and the degradation of grasslands, the production and life of local herders have been seriously affected. Aba Prefecture implemented the Ruoergai Grassland Wetland Integrated Protection and Restoration Project of Mountains, Rivers, Forests, Fields, Lakes, and Grasslands and Sand. At a "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall," Du Jie (杜杰), a member of the Aba Prefecture CPPCC and Deputy Secretary of the Aba Prefecture Ecological Protection and Development Research Institute, explained to the herders: "Planting grass is not just about scattering seeds. You must first set up sand barriers, then plant alpine willows, and finally reseed grass seeds. This is called the 'three-level desertification control method.'" The prefecture CPPCC also coordinated with technical personnel from the Forestry and Grassland Bureau to station in the village for guidance, promoting the establishment of a joint management team of "committee members + experts + herders."
In order to better protect the rich peat resources of Ruoergai, many committee members conducted research and proposed suggestions such as "adhering to planning guidance and promoting the implementation of projects" and "improving the monitoring system and ensuring water ecological safety," promoting the establishment of a "grid patrol + drone monitoring" mechanism. The villagers looked at the green hills and gave a thumbs up: "The committee members do what they say, and the grassland is alive again!"
"Committee members should not only be able to 'speak' but also be able to 'do,'" introduced a relevant person in charge of the Sichuan Provincial Committee of the CPPCC, encouraging committee members to transform the demands of the masses collected during publicity into proposals and social conditions and public opinion information. According to statistics, the Sichuan Provincial Committee of the CPPCC has cumulatively held more than 800 activities such as the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall," covering more than 180,000 people, and offered more than 300 suggestions on the development of ethnic minority areas, realizing a "two-way rush" between policy publicity and public opinion collection.
In the opening year of the "15th Five-Year Plan," committee members said that they will use more "flexible" forms and more "substantial" content to allow the "Shared Homeland Mobile Lecture Hall" performance brand to continue to play a role in uniting people's hearts, building consensus, gathering wisdom, and gathering strength, writing a new chapter on the land of Bashu.
Return to TopBy: 张文宏
"Integrate a proactive approach to aging and healthy aging into the entire process of economic and social development," "Promote students' healthy growth and all-round development"... The "15th Five-Year Plan" outlines arrangements for providing good health services for both the elderly and the young. Caring for "the old and the young" is not only a necessary commitment to the people's position and an increase in people's well-being, but also an important task in building a Healthy China.
To effectively provide health services for "the old and the young," the key lies in health management throughout the entire life cycle. In this process, primary healthcare can play a major role. We need to comprehensively improve the service capabilities of primary pediatrics, while strengthening medical treatment and full-cycle health management for elderly patients. Primary healthcare institutions must focus on health and provide the core functions of diagnosing and treating diseases and conducting health management throughout the entire cycle.
Building a Healthy China, for young people, the goal is to achieve both physical and mental strength, which is a major issue raised for the medical and health community, the education community, and even the entire society. For the elderly, our focus should shift from "average life expectancy" to the more meaningful "healthy life expectancy." The "healthy life expectancy" of the elderly means not only that life expectancy should be extended, but also that they should maintain good self-care ability, mobility, and a good mental state.
To achieve this shift, we must first change our concepts. Young people cannot only care about grades; strong physique and healthy psychology are equally important. The elderly cannot only care about how long they live, but also pay more attention to whether they live healthily. This requires us to carry out extensive and in-depth health education. Only when scientific health knowledge is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people can a social atmosphere of actively paying attention to health and maintaining health be formed. In fact, health education is not only about transmitting information, but also about stimulating the public's internal motivation to actively participate in health management, and is a bridge to achieve the transition from "passive medical treatment" to "active health." The content of popular science should not be limited to health preservation, but should be extended to more professional physiological and psychological knowledge, and should also include exercise and psychological prescriptions that can be provided by primary health institutions.
Taking Shanghai (上海) as an example, as a mega-city with deep aging, the proportion of elderly people with registered residence over 60 years old has reached 37.6%. At present, the "passive health care" model that relies on drugs and medical means can save lives in an emergency, but in the long run, it will push up the burden of medical insurance. In contrast, the "active health care" model—that is, promoting health through scientific exercise—is not only low-cost and sustainable, but also stimulates the vitality of the elderly. However, there are realistic bottlenecks in implementing this plan, and the public's lack of awareness of scientific exercise is one of the main constraints. At present, under the leadership of the Shanghai Municipal Health Commission (上海市卫健委), Shanghai (上海) has formed a professional team integrating sports and medicine, launched skills training in exercise intervention for chronic disease management, and established a number of exercise prescription practice bases. Practice has proved that exercise intervention can not only effectively improve a variety of chronic disease indicators, but also significantly save medical expenses.
However, there are still blockages in the systematic promotion of exercise prescriptions, which require systematic arrangements. At present, medical education lacks courses related to exercise prescriptions, and primary doctors often "want to prescribe but don't know how"; the general public also lacks authoritative channels to obtain exercise and health knowledge, and is caught in a dilemma of "wanting to practice but not knowing how, and wanting to practice but not daring to practice." Therefore, promoting the independent practice of sports rehabilitation therapists has become an urgent need to deepen medical reform and implement national strategies.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" proposes to actively develop mass sports, widely carry out national fitness activities, and strengthen the popularization of fitness among young people. In this regard, it is recommended to accelerate the formulation of exercise prescription standards or guidelines suitable for different age groups and different chronic disease groups, carry out special training for primary general practitioners to enable them to have the professional ability to issue exercise prescriptions and provide dietary nutrition guidance, explore the establishment of sports and medical integration clinics or psychological clinics in community hospitals with the necessary conditions, and incorporate scientific fitness and physical and mental health guidance into primary medical service projects, so that professional guidance can directly reach the people.
Looking forward to 2035, our ideal picture of primary health is to build an integrated service system of "prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and care," supplemented by health education that is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and form a national atmosphere of autonomous health. By then, the elderly will be able to achieve high-quality "healthy aging," and children will be able to have a high level of "healthy growth."
(The author is a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协委员), Director of the National Center for Infectious Diseases Medicine (国家传染病医学中心主任) and Director of the Department of Infectious Diseases of Huashan Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University (复旦大学附属华山医院感染科主任). This article was compiled by Meng Xiangfu (孟祥夫), a reporter from this newspaper.)
Return to TopProposer: China National Democratic Construction Association (民建中央)
Motion: In recent years, China's artificial intelligence technology has achieved remarkable results in empowering the development of the medical and health industry, but it also faces some problems, such as the need to improve policies and regulations, the need to enhance cross-departmental coordination and supervision capabilities, the difficulty of market promotion, the low acceptance of primary medical institutions, the need to strengthen technical reliability and data security, and the shortage of professional talents.
Suggestions: Establish a sound system of laws, regulations, and industry standards. Establish a data sharing mechanism for sharing medical data between different institutions, establish an artificial intelligence algorithm review mechanism, establish and improve an information data security protection system, and refine the protection standards and scope of "AI + medical health" data.
Increase policy support. Simplify the admission process and lower the threshold for innovative medical devices, increase support in terms of finance, taxation, and approval, and promote industry-university-research cooperation and the construction of application demonstration scenarios.
Establish a research and application supervision system. Clarify the regulatory responsibilities of artificial intelligence in the medical field in various aspects such as development and research, clinical trials, and clinical applications. Establish a dedicated data security and protection platform, conduct regular data security inspections of relevant institutions, and strengthen ethical review and supervision of the application of artificial intelligence in the medical field.
Promote the promotion and application of the "Artificial Intelligence + Medical Health" system in primary healthcare institutions. Establish an "Artificial Intelligence + Medical Health" system and a capacity-building project for primary healthcare institutions to promote the intelligent construction of primary healthcare institutions. Multiple departments jointly hold "Medical Enterprise Grassroots Action" activities to build a "Medical Industry Integration and Development" platform.
Promote smart medical industry-university-research cooperation and cultivate interdisciplinary talents. Increase the training of interdisciplinary talents in the field of artificial intelligence and medical health, promote cooperation among medical institutions, scientific research institutions, and technology companies, strengthen artificial intelligence technology training for medical staff, and improve their acceptance and application capabilities.
(Compiled by Tong (通))
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 胡婧怡
Walking into the office of Li Ying (李颖), a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协) and a professor at the Navigation College of Dalian Maritime University (大连海事大学航海学院), one finds research materials piled half a meter high. At this year's National People's Congress (全国两会), Li Ying confidently introduced China's (中国) maritime transport's transformation towards being larger, smarter, and greener on the "Members' Corridor." This confidence stems from her more than 30 years of research experience in tackling key problems in the maritime field, as well as her research and reflection closely aligned with national needs.
Promoting the establishment of postdoctoral research stations, tackling key national fund projects for intelligent navigation, building key shipping laboratories... Opening this year's task list, Li Ying (李颖) is full of energy as she faces one task after another. "Through in-depth scientific research, we can transform the latest theories, technologies, and achievements into support for fulfilling our duties and making suggestions, making proposals more targeted and feasible. Through fulfilling our duties, we can accurately capture the pain points and difficulties in the development of the industry, so that scientific research always closely aligns with national needs and serves the construction of a maritime power," said Li Ying (李颖).
In 2024, when Li Ying (李颖) was conducting research at the Shulanghu (鼠浪湖) Wharf in Zhoushan (舟山), Zhejiang (浙江), she saw a nearly 400-meter-long container giant capable of carrying 20,000 TEUs steadily berth. She heard the captain say, "This trip can load the annual goods for a city with a population of 5 million." Li Ying (李颖) felt a surge of emotion: "Automated bridge cranes silently grab containers, and ship-shore information is synchronized in real-time. We have the world's largest maritime fleet. This is a vivid portrayal of China's (中国) maritime transport moving towards being larger, smarter, and greener."
In addition to feeling proud, Li Ying (李颖) sat down with frontline engineers and business leaders to discuss: How can the transportation of bulk energy resources be guaranteed? How should port collection and distribution be organized? What are the pain points in enhancing the resilience of maritime transport channels and the green and intelligent transformation of ports and shipping? With the thoughts from the research, at the 2025 National People's Congress (全国两会), Li Ying (李颖) submitted a proposal on strengthening the coordinated development of green shipping and ecological protection, focusing on issues such as green port development, ship pollution control, clean energy application, and synergistic promotion of pollution reduction and carbon reduction, which received a positive response from relevant departments.
"Green shipping and ecological protection are not a multiple-choice question, but a mandatory question concerning China's (中国) construction of a transportation power and a maritime power." In 2025, Li Ying (李颖) visited eight near-zero carbon port pilots, including Tianjin Port (天津港) and Qingdao Port (青岛港), to conduct research on issues such as port energy transformation, synergistic promotion of pollution reduction and carbon reduction, and the construction of relevant mechanisms. These investigations made her deeply realize that the construction of near-zero carbon ports is not an improvement of a single technology, but a systematic project involving the coordinated efforts of energy, equipment, transportation organization, management models, and institutional mechanisms.
To this end, at this year's National People's Congress (全国两会), Li Ying (李颖) put forward suggestions focusing on maritime economic security, green shipping, and high-quality development of the marine economy: "We must not only focus on the current realistic tasks of green and low-carbon transformation of shipping, but also take into account issues such as the safety of maritime transport channels and the stability of the industrial chain and supply chain, and promote the formation of a more systematic and coordinated development pattern."
"Each proposal must be carefully polished, understanding cutting-edge academic viewpoints at home and abroad, and then combining research to solve practical problems," said Li Ying (李颖). Once, in order to improve the details of scientific research technology in the proposal and make the relevant data more reliable, she consulted hundreds of thousands of words of foreign literature, sorted and summarized them, and repeatedly polished them.
In recent years, Li Ying (李颖) has submitted more than 10 proposals related to marine environmental safety and marine economic development, focusing on the strategic needs of a maritime power. The suggestions she put forward, such as promoting the upgrading of the shipbuilding industry, are gradually being transformed into development results.
At present, Li Ying (李颖) is leading the team to continuously promote the accumulation and application exploration of related technologies. "We must firmly grasp key core technologies in our own hands, so that more scientific and technological achievements can go to shipping routes and wharves, and inject scientific and technological innovation power into the construction of a maritime power," said Li Ying (李颖).
Return to TopThis year, April 15th marks the eleventh National Security Education Day. Various regions are carrying out diverse and distinctive themed activities under the theme of "Coordinating Development and Security, Escorting the '15th Five-Year Plan' on a New Journey." The coverage, participation, and influence continue to increase, gathering a powerful force to safeguard national security.
National prosperity and peace are what everyone desires; safeguarding security is something everyone can do. This issue of the Legal System Edition selects a themed publicity event, a real-scene lesson, a report meeting honoring heroes, and a popular legal education story of a team to showcase the vivid practices of various regions in enhancing public awareness of national security and building a solid people's defense line for national security.
—Editor
At the Foot of the Great Wall
A Dialogue Between Ancient and Modern Times Triggered by an Activity
Our reporters, Qi Yukun (亓玉昆) and Zheng Yangyang (郑洋洋)
At the junction of Shanxi (山西) and Hebei (河北) provinces, the Niangziguan Great Wall (娘子关长城) stretches along the mountains, standing for thousands of years, its mottled stone walls telling of vicissitudes.
"Dong dong dong, qiang qiang qiang..." A burst of sonorous drumbeats spread out, attracting tourists to follow the sound. In front of the simple and majestic pass, the Yangquan City (阳泉市) themed publicity event "Tour Ancient Buildings in Shanxi, Protect National Security" is underway.
One drumbeat, two drumbeats, three drumbeats... The performance of Pindin Wuya Drum (平定武迓鼓), a national intangible cultural heritage, attracts tourists to stop and watch. The orderly drumbeats convey blessings for national peace and tranquility.
Walking along the smooth bluestone road and passing through the mottled brick archway, the intangible cultural heritage market is very lively.
Master Zhao (赵师傅), the inheritor of carved porcelain, while outlining patterns on the porcelain, said to the surrounding tourists: "I engrave national security elements into the porcelain because I want more people to know that protecting traditional culture is also protecting national security."
Sandware, carved porcelain, and national security-themed exhibition boards complement each other. In front of a paper-cut cultural wall with the theme "Tour Ancient Buildings in Shanxi, Protect National Security," tourists take photos and check in.
"Guarding the pass is guarding the country, and guarding the country is guarding the home!" On the stage of the real-scene drama "Encounter Niangziguan (遇见娘子关)," the actors skillfully connect the patriotic feelings of the ancient pass-guarding soldiers with the new concept of security. At the end of the play, all the cast and crew walked onto the stage, extending from resisting foreign invasion to protecting the country and defending the home, and the applause from the audience was constant.
"I used to think that national security was something on TV. After watching this play, I realized that guarding the pass and guarding the country, ancient times and today, are actually the same thing," said Zhang (张同学), a student from Niangziguan Middle School, nodding.
Tourist Ms. Li (李女士) said: "After watching it, my child asked, 'How do we protect the country now?' I think the question itself is a very good education."
The majestic Great Wall stretches for thousands of miles; national security is of paramount importance. In Xinzhou (忻州), Shuozhou (朔州), and other places in Shanxi, a series of colorful activities deeply integrate Great Wall culture with national security education, promoting the overall national security concept deeper into the hearts of the people in Shanxi in a way that the masses love to see and hear.
At the Mingyue Tower Square (明月楼广场) of Yanmen Pass (雁门关) in Daixian County (代县), Xinzhou, the "Yang Family War Drum (杨家战鼓)" resounded through the sky. Under the guidance of the staff, tourist Mr. Wang (王先生) put on ancient costumes and experienced the immersive project of "Guarding the Border at the Majestic Pass"—simulating guarding the pass and patrolling, and transmitting signal flags. He said: "In the past, soldiers guarded the border, and now the whole people protect the country."
At the event site, tourists wrote messages on the message wall and took photos in front of the themed photo frame and forwarded them to their WeChat Moments.
At the Shahu Pass (杀虎口) Great Wall Scenic Area in Youyu County (右玉县), Shuozhou, more than 300 people lined up along the ancient Great Wall road to carry out the themed walking activity of "Guarding the Great Wall for Thousands of Miles, Protecting National Security."
"The people of Youyu have been fighting against wind and sand all their lives, guarding the ecology, which is actually guarding the foundation of the country," said a government official from Youyu County in the team.
The Great Wall is a symbol of the national security barrier. In recent days, from Heilongjiang (黑龙江) in the east to Xinjiang (新疆) in the west, provinces have coordinated and linked up, taking "National Security Great Wall Tour" as the theme, innovatively integrating historical and cultural heritage with national security publicity and education, promoting the concept of "National Security, Everyone is Responsible" to be internalized in the heart and externalized in action, and further consolidating the mass foundation for safeguarding national security.
Wu Shi's Former Residence (吴石故居)
A Touching Real-Scene Lesson
Our reporter, Liu Xiaoyu (刘晓宇)
In the spring, the ancient town of Luozhou (螺洲古镇) in Fuzhou (福州), Fujian (福建), is shaded by ancient banyan trees, and the Minjiang River (闽江) flows gently. On the morning of April 9, the naming and awarding ceremony of the "National National Security Education Base" was solemnly held in front of Wu Shi's Former Residence in Wucuo Village (吴厝村). Wu Shi's Former Residence became the twenty-fifth national national security education base named by the Ministry of State Security (国安部) and the second in Fujian Province.
This Qing Dynasty courtyard-style residence, covering an area of 946 square meters, is an important physical carrier for General Wu Shi's birth, growth, and the nurturing of revolutionary ideas. The former residence houses the "Relying on a Patriotic Heart—Exhibition of Wu Shi's Life and Deeds," relying on the traditional pattern of "two courtyards and two corridors" of the ancient house, integrating physical displays, graphic exhibition boards, digital interaction, and artistic blank space, clearly outlining General Wu Shi's magnificent life trajectory.
"I used to only see the story of General Wu Shi on TV. Today, standing in the ancient house where he was born, I am deeply touched and shocked," said citizen Qin Jianhua (秦建华). With the popularity of film and television works such as "The Silent Glory," this hero of the hidden front who walked out of Luozhou has "walked" into the vision of more ordinary people from the depths of history.
Inside the former residence, a yellowed replica of the "Yangtze River Defense Force Deployment Map (长江江防兵力部署图)" and a farewell letter lie quietly in the exhibition cabinet. Zhang Zhiyu (张芝语), a young commentator wearing a red scarf, tells with emotion: "This map is related to the lives of millions of people. This is how General Wu Shi walked on the edge of a knife..." Since its renovation and reopening in February this year, it has become a "real-scene classroom" for Fuzhou citizens to receive national security education.
Architecture is silent, but integrity is self-evident. Following in the footsteps of Qiu Shoulian (邱守廉), an expert in Fuzhou's cultural relics protection project library, the "Four Waters Returning to the Hall (四水归堂)" in the patio comes into view. "The 'through-bucket structure' is entirely supported by tenon and mortise joints, just like Wu Shi's indestructible belief framework." Every brick, every tile, every beam, and every pillar tells the ancient precepts of loyalty and filial piety.
In recent days, a national security education network covering the entire city of Fuzhou is being woven—
At Wu Shi's alma mater, Fuzhou Gezhi Middle School (福州格致中学), the school's tradition of "Gezhi Zhizhi (格物致知)" continues. Wu Shi's deeds have entered the school history museum, becoming a red coordinate of blood inheritance. On the green grass of the Martyrs' Garden of Gezhi Middle School, a bust of Wu Shi stands quietly, his eyes deep. The school often holds the "First Lesson of the School Year" in front of the statue. Zhou Yuchen (周宇宸), a sophomore, wrote after participating in the on-site course: "Mr. Wu Shi's loyalty written with his life is the light that illuminates our way forward."
In the square of the Fuzhou Revolutionary Martyrs Memorial Park, a group sculpture called "Wish for Unification (统一之愿)" stands: Wu Shi is in front holding the reins, Wang Zhengjun (王正均) follows closely behind, and Nie Xi (聂曦) holds binoculars in his hand, their eyes are like torches, staring into the distance. "The sculpture pays tribute to every hero fighting on the hidden front," said Chen Zheyuan (陈喆源), a commentator at the memorial park. The group sculpture is intended to express the collective spirit of the hidden front—firm ideals, strict organization, and trust with life.
National security education enters campuses, parks, and communities... Around the eleventh National Security Education Day, Fuzhou has carried out a series of themed, distinctive, and diverse publicity and education activities, aiming to combine local red resources to innovate forms and continuously promote the overall national security concept to deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
Huaping Girls High School (华坪女高)
A Report Meeting That Brought Tears to People's Eyes
Our reporter, Yang Wenming (杨文明)
On April 7, in Huaping County (华坪县), Lijiang City (丽江市), Yunnan (云南), the spring sun was warm. More than 300 students of Huaping Girls High School, wearing red school uniforms, entered the Huaping Cultural and Sports Center Theater in turn.
That morning, on the occasion of the eleventh National Security Education Day, the report meeting on the advanced deeds of Comrade Losang Zhaxi (洛桑扎西) and the Yunnan Provincial Demonstration Theme League Day event of "National Security · Youth Responsibility" was held here. Zhang Guimei (张桂梅), winner of the "July 1st Medal (七一勋章)," and Losang Zhaxi, a representative of national security agency heroes, participated in the event on the same stage. Losang Zhaxi was in police uniform, his chest covered with medals.
Losang Zhaxi's office has a map hanging on it, covered with different colored markers. Zhang Guimei also used her feet to draw a "map" marking the addresses of students' families on her 10-plus-year home visit journey. Two "maps" mark the same mountains and rivers.
At the report meeting, a comrade-in-arms of Losang Zhaxi recounted: Once, while performing a key evidence collection task, they were suddenly surrounded by a crowd. At the critical moment, Losang Zhaxi stuffed the equipment containing the evidence to her, turned around and went against the tide, facing the surging crowd with his thin body. "He protected me and the hard-won evidence with his body." Afterwards, someone asked him if he was afraid. He said: "To fight the enemy, we must fight, and with fighting, there will be sacrifices. I am a Communist Party member, and I am always ready." At this point, the comrade-in-arms' voice trembled. Crossing snow-capped mountains, crossing cliffs, sleeping in shacks, drinking snow water, a piece of zanba is a meal, Losang Zhaxi spends more than 200 days a year running around.
Subsequently, Losang Zhaxi himself took the stage. Faced with death threats from illegal elements, his only answer was: "We will never allow the conspiracy of overseas separatist forces to succeed." When he mentioned his family, his voice slowed down and he was silent for a few seconds. Then, he paid tribute to Zhang Guimei and all the teachers and students, encouraging the female high school students to love the Party and the country and be firm guardians of national security.
"Heroes do not only stand in the sun, there are also many heroes guarding in the dark..." said Li Mingyu (李明玉), a senior high school student, with tears in her eyes. "I burst into tears when I heard Uncle Zhaxi push his comrade-in-arms behind him," said Sha Yunhua (沙运花), a senior high school student.
What is national security? The students answered: "Guarding national secrets" and "Maintaining the unity of the motherland and the unity of the nation." Student Hu Lin (胡琳) said: "Greatness begins with the ordinary. We must study hard and go to places where the motherland needs us in the future."
At the end of the report meeting, Zhang Guimei slowly walked onto the podium. "Comrade Losang Zhaxi and the unnamed heroes of the hidden front are guarding our peace with their loyalty and even their lives." She encouraged the female high school students to transform this spirit into the motivation for learning, grow into talents, and repay society.
When Losang Zhaxi walked off the podium, dozens of children surrounded him. Everyone held up their notebooks and asked him to sign his name.
National security heroes and the "lamp-lighting principal" met in Lijiang. At the intersection of snow-capped mountains and high mountains, national security became real. As the students said—"National security is not only a matter for the country, but also a matter for everyone."
At the same time, various places in Yunnan also carried out diverse publicity and education activities on the overall national security concept. Qujing No. 2 Primary School (曲靖市第二小学) focused on the theme of "Guarding Together, Growing Together," integrating national security and network security into daily teaching, and linking up with multiple departments to carry out a safety education week; the Pu'er Border Management Detachment (普洱边境管理支队) moved the intangible cultural heritage shadow puppetry into kindergartens, using "Journey to the West" characters to interpret border security knowledge, allowing children to understand the meaning of "guarding the homeland" in the light and shadow. From classrooms to borders, from campuses to communities, national security awareness is taking root and sprouting in the Yunnan Ling (云岭) land.
"Jingjian Anlan (京检安澜)"
A Legal Education Plan from a Popular Legal Education Team
Our reporter, Ni Yi (倪弋)
"Students, if someone uses a high-paying part-time job to ask you to take pictures of street scenes near a certain national unit, is it possible that this will endanger national security?" Recently, in a lecture hall of China Agricultural University (中国农业大学), the question raised by the prosecutor of the "Jingjian Anlan (京检安澜)" popular legal education team of the Beijing Municipal People's Procuratorate (北京市人民检察院) caused more than 300 teachers and students to think, and the scene was silent at first, followed by low-pitched discussions.
Entering communities, entering classrooms, entering enterprises... In Beijing (北京), special "classrooms" revolving around national security are opened in the streets and alleys.
The lecturers of this special "classroom" are the "Jingjian Anlan (京检安澜)" popular legal education team of the Beijing Municipal People's Procuratorate. They were established under the leadership of the Major Crime Procuratorate Department of the Beijing Municipal People's Procuratorate, and are composed of more than 10 national security and public safety procuratorial business experts and backbones from the Beijing procuratorial organs. Compared with other national security knowledge lecturers, the uniqueness of the "Jingjian Anlan (京检安澜)" popular legal education team lies in—their "teaching plans" come from real case-handling experiences.
In science and technology innovation enterprises, they use the artificial intelligence technology abuse case they handled as an example to draw a "safety boundary" for technology development for science and technology innovation enterprises; in streets and communities, they use the fraud examples of "health lectures" encountered by the elderly to uncover the disguise of behaviors that endanger national security; in many universities, they use the "research invitation" trap cases encountered by students in their job search to remind young students to build a national security ideological defense line.
"I used to think that spies and stealing secrets were far away. After listening, I realized that security risks may be in a 'handy help'," said a junior student from China Agricultural University with emotion during the exchange session. This is precisely the goal of the popular legal education team—to accurately match the 20 key areas of the overall national security concept with the case-handling areas deeply cultivated by prosecutors, and transform them into national security warning education that is "visible and tangible" for different groups.
The popular legal education team also established a dynamic "case library," implemented "on-demand + customized" lectures, and reviewed audience feedback after each event to make the next lecture more accurate and more heartfelt.
This year's National Security Education Day, the "Jingjian Anlan (京检安澜)" popular legal education team innovated the form of popular legal education, adopting a theme discussion method, focusing on topics such as citizen information security, technology security, and network security, and recorded popular legal education programs in the form of dialogues. Prosecutors played different roles to jointly deconstruct hot issues and provide legal "tips."
"We must not only handle the cases well, but also tell the national security popular legal education stories well, and promote the overall national security concept to be more deeply rooted in the hearts of the people and take root," said Zhang Ting (张婷), director of the Major Crime Procuratorate Department of the Beijing Municipal People's Procuratorate. In the future, the "Jingjian Anlan (京检安澜)" popular legal education team will actively serve to enhance the national security legal awareness of the capital's masses with more precise, normalized, and down-to-earth popular legal education.
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Using the rule of law to correct the orientation of work and regulating political behavior through legal means will ensure that the creation of achievements follows the law and achieves steady and long-term progress.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "Planning work should employ the rule of law thinking, handling problems should employ the rule of law methods, and speaking and acting should first consider whether it is legal." Currently, the study and education on establishing and practicing correct views on performance is being carried out in depth throughout the Party. In-depth study and implementation of Xi Jinping's (习近平) thought on the rule of law, implementing the general requirements of study and education, adhering to the spirit of the rule of law, and starting businesses and making achievements on the track of the rule of law are also inevitable requirements for establishing and practicing correct views on performance.
The view on performance reflects the view on power. The essence of the rule of law thinking lies in regulating the operation of power. Party members and cadres practicing the correct view on performance must take the lawful exercise of power as a prerequisite, adhere to the integration of the rule of law methods throughout the entire process of decision-making, execution, and supervision, and promote the operation of various tasks on the track of the rule of law.
Specifically, grasping the general requirements of study and education, "scientific decision-making" is an important part of it. Scientific decision-making, democratic decision-making, and legal decision-making are closely linked and interconnected. Strengthening the rule of law thinking, implementing statutory procedures, paying attention to legal compliance review, and continuously promoting the institutionalization, standardization, and proceduralization of decision-making, truly making decision-making based on the rule of law, can guarantee scientific decision-making.
In reality, some party members and cadres either behave as making decisions by "patting their heads," disregarding procedural regulations; or are keen on "campaign-style" governance, pursuing short-term effects; and even individual cadres, for the sake of "development speed," do not hesitate to break through the legal red line. All of this results in the individual suffering the consequences, being held accountable, and also seriously affecting the development of the cause.
The rule of law, just like a yardstick, can effectively prevent the arbitrary exercise of power, thereby correcting the misplaced view on performance. For example, respecting planning red lines and drawing a blueprint to the end, providing a stable and predictable legal environment for high-quality development, can continuously accumulate competitiveness. On the contrary, individual places arbitrarily overturn major plans that have been formulated through strict statutory procedures, which not only causes waste but also shakes the society's stable expectations for local development. Especially in terms of building a business environment, courageously solving historical "old accounts" through statutory procedures or institutionalized solutions to enhance market confidence, and eliminating "new officials ignoring old accounts," can create a good development ecology, making the present vibrant and the future promising.
The rule of law can not only regulate the operation of power but also consolidate the achievements that can stand the test. From Zhejiang's (浙江) "Thousand Villages Demonstration, Ten Thousand Villages Renovation" project to innovative practices such as the "River Chief System" (河长制) and the "Forest Chief System" (林长制), its effective experience has been solidified through the formulation and improvement of relevant laws and regulations, and transformed into universal institutional compliance.
Party members and cadres should ask themselves "What is the legal basis?" before making decisions, think more about "What is the statutory procedure?" when implementing, and offer more suggestions on "What is the rule of law method?" when resolving conflicts, always paying attention to using the rule of law thinking to correct the orientation of work and regulating political behavior through legal means, so that the creation of achievements can follow the law and achieve steady and long-term progress.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 魏哲哲
In the mountain forest rafting scenic area of Jingxi Village (景溪村), Baofu Town (报福镇), Anji County (安吉县), Huzhou City (湖州市), Zhejiang Province (浙江省), staff are working intensively to prepare for the "May Day" holiday peak season. The stream meanders down along the rafting river, with lush greenery on both banks. A gentle breeze blows, and the fields downstream ripple with green waves. The busyness upstream and the abundance downstream intertwine to create a harmonious and beautiful rural landscape.
However, the rafting scenic area once caused trouble for the local villagers. "Intercepting water for storage" led to tension in downstream agricultural irrigation and hydropower station water use, presenting the villagers with a choice: ecological benefits or economic benefits?
Relying on its beautiful scenery, Jingxi Village (景溪村) established a tourism development company and, in the company's name, leased part of the village's river section to Bao (包某) for the development of a rafting scenic area, developing water ecological tourism. The scenic area is very profitable, bringing about 1.4 million yuan in increased revenue to the village's collective economy each year, and also leveraging the rural tourism industry chain, transforming the once-silent small mountain village into a bustling scenic village.
To ensure the tourist experience, the scenic area adopted "intercepting water for storage" measures, which led to tension in downstream agricultural irrigation and village-owned small hydropower station water use, causing dissatisfaction among some villagers. "The tourism development company believes that Bao (包某) violated the agreement in the contract regarding water resource development and utilization, and after unsuccessful negotiations, sued in court," said Mao Yingyi (毛莹怡), a judge at the Anji County People's Court (安吉县人民法院).
"At that time, the scenic area had already sold more than 10,000 tickets," Bao (包某) was also very anxious. If the contract was terminated, the initial investment could not be recovered, and the tickets sold could not be redeemed.
If the dispute cannot be properly resolved, not only will downstream production and domestic water use continue to be restricted, but the scenic area will also face the risk of business interruption due to the termination of the contract, leading to a 双输 (shuāng shū - "double loss," a lose-lose situation) situation. How can we protect the "green waters and green mountains" while preserving and developing the "golden mountains and silver mountains," and achieve a balance between ecological protection and economic development?
After visiting, Mao Yingyi (毛莹怡) learned that the villagers were mainly worried about the shortage of power generation and irrigation water in the summer, but had no objection to the mutually beneficial and win-win relationship between the two parties.
Soon, with the consent of both parties, the Anji Court (安吉法院) organized the tourism development company, village representatives, and Bao (包某) to mediate, and also invited water conservancy experts and town government staff to participate.
After the parties fully elaborated their concerns and views, the water conservancy experts made suggestions: the scenic area's water use is concentrated during the day, while farmland irrigation is accustomed to being carried out at night or in the early morning, so time-sharing water supply can be considered. At night, farmland irrigation is fully guaranteed, and during the day, the scenic area reasonably stores water while ensuring the minimum ecological base flow. Township staff suggested that the losses of the hydropower station could be calculated based on the power generation data over the years.
Through several rounds of consultation, the attitudes of both parties have eased, and they have reached a settlement on related issues. With the efforts of the court, the two parties were able to move from a "lose-lose" dispute to a "win-win" development.
In order to prevent similar disputes from arising at the source, the Anji Court (安吉法院) also analyzed the ecological resource development risk points reflected in the dispute, and circulated the document in the county to provide a demonstration reference for other ecological resource development projects. At the same time, the court also sent judicial suggestions to the village: the lease or contract should include ensuring agricultural irrigation and protecting water ecology as mandatory requirements, and setting the strictest constraints and penalties for behaviors that may affect everyone's drinking water, irrigation, and damage to the ecology.
"Whoever benefits, whoever compensates." The relevant person in charge of the Huzhou Intermediate People's Court (湖州市中级人民法院) stated that in recent years, the Huzhou Intermediate Court (湖州中院) has implemented the ecological protection compensation mechanism in environmental resource trials, identified the best combination of environmental judicial trials and protecting the vital interests of the people, and serving high-quality economic and social development, proposed scientific and reasonable solutions, achieved a win-win situation for safeguarding the interests of the parties and protecting the ecological environment, and served high-quality development with high-quality trials.
In addition, the Huzhou (湖州) two-level courts practice preventive and restorative justice for the ecological environment, adhere to the principles of protection first and prevention first, increase trial efforts around ecosystem protection and restoration, biodiversity protection, etc., and enhance public awareness of environmental protection through circuit trials, case explanations, etc., and carefully protect the good ecological environment, a universal benefit for the people's livelihood.
"For example, the Huzhou (湖州) two-level courts have opened legal education classes in the 'Rural Revitalization Grand Lecture Hall' of various townships, combining typical cases to analyze common environmental resource cases in rural areas for village cadres and village representatives." The relevant person in charge of the Huzhou Intermediate People's Court (湖州市中级人民法院) stated that the Huzhou (湖州) two-level courts will continue to strengthen the environmental resource trial work in the new era, activate new momentum for ecological economy with judicial power, and build a solid legal barrier for the ecological circle of common prosperity in rural areas.
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The release of the "Three-Year Action Plan for Revitalizing Drama (2026-2028)" (hereinafter referred to as the "Three-Year Action Plan") is like a spring breeze blowing into the hearts of every drama worker. This document shows us a clear path for the high-quality development of the drama industry. As a Peking Opera actress and inheritor of Peking Opera art at the Shanghai Peking Opera Theater (上海京剧院), combined with my own practice on and off the stage and inside and outside the classroom over the years, I have many feelings to share with you.
Revere the classics and activate vitality in "learning" and "performing."
The "Three-Year Action Plan" emphasizes the protection of endangered opera genres and the collation of traditional repertoires, which resonates deeply with me. We often say that "opera is passed on by people." The vitality of traditional old operas is hidden in the body and singing of each generation of actors and needs to be passed on from generation to generation. In my artistic experience, I have benefited from many teachers. My mentor, Zhang Meijuan (张美娟) led me into the door of martial heroines, and with discerning eyes, entrusted me to Lu Wenqin (卢文勤) to learn the Mei School (梅派) vocal music. Mr. Lu (卢先生) studied Peking Opera vocal music with the rational thinking of a science student, which made me understand that the Mei School (梅派) emphasizes the beauty of "great sound is silent," rather than simple imitation. I followed many teachers to learn opera, and I was never in a hurry to "join a school," because I think that learning a school is learning the spirit and the method, not cloning. Just like when I later learned the Cheng School's (程派) "The Tale of the Lock," I have performed it for more than ten years, and it is always full, and the audience loves to watch and listen. We can't become Cheng Yanqiu (程砚秋), but we strive to get close to Xue Xiangling (薛湘灵).
Today, when we perform traditional operas on stage, we are facing young people. We cannot turn the opera into "exhibits in a museum." For example, when I perform "Farewell My Concubine," Yu Ji's (虞姬) "sword dance" must not only be beautiful, but also allow the audience to feel her choice and sacrifice in desperation. Some young female audience members said after watching it, "Yu Ji (虞姬) is not worth it." I think this is very good, which shows that the audience is thinking and empathizing with Yu Ji (虞姬). This is the charm of old operas - it provides a permanent proposition, allowing each generation to find their own interpretation.
The "Three-Year Action Plan" specifically mentions the need to establish a scientific talent training system, which I deeply feel. Today's young actors face great confusion. My students see that the audience is full when I perform, but when they return to their own troupe to perform, there are only 20-30% of the audience, and they feel very lost, and their morale is easily discouraged. I often tell my students that Peking Opera is an art of accumulation. It is impossible to see results in the short term. It requires day-to-day persistence and effort. There is no shortcut to take. You are learning the most valuable things. When you reach my age, you will naturally have another kind of composure.
In teaching, I pay special attention to the students' foundation, the foundation of every move. If the foundation is good, they can continue to move forward on the right path. If the foundation is not good, then I will correct and practice them again and again. Stage steps, roundabouts, eyes, gestures, there can be no sloppiness, they must be practiced freely before they can continue to learn body movements and singing. At the same time, I will also inspire students' "character awareness." The fun of art lies in the vividness of the characters.
In 2025, we established a Mei School (梅派) art communication base in Lu Xun Park (鲁迅公园). The purpose is to create a "new space" so that Peking Opera is no longer a high-level theater art, but can enter parks, communities, and the lives of ordinary people. Whether it is teaching children at the "Hong Yi Mei and Mei Lanfang Art Communication Shanghai Base" (弘依梅暨梅兰芳艺术传播上海基地) or conducting teaching at the "Peking Opera Master Studio" (京剧名师工作室) in Pudong (浦东) campuses, I emphasize: you are not only learning this move, but also shaping the character and expressing the character's emotions through this move.
Many years ago, I introduced Peking Opera courses to the Hongqiao (虹桥) and Wanyuan (万源) campuses of Shanghai Concord School (上海市协和学校), Pudong Jianping Middle School (浦东建平中学), Pudong Mingzhu Primary School (浦东明珠小学), and Jing'an Fenghua Junior High School (静安风华初中), teaching primary and secondary school students basic Peking Opera body movements and singing, and giving them aesthetic nourishment and artistic edification from an early age. I also wrote Peking Opera textbooks very early. "Shi Yihong Teaches You Peking Opera" (《史依弘教你学京剧》) is not only a reading material for children, but also a reading book for parents. Such efforts and attempts make me feel happy and gain a lot. Now, we offer courses from the age of 4 and a half to the adult stage, and we also plan to continue to write reading materials suitable for Peking Opera lovers of different ages, cultivating future audiences and talents from the root.
Adhere to the correctness of norms and create the new of the times.
Speaking of creation, I always adhere to a principle: the norms of Peking Opera cannot be lost. Xipi Erhuang (西皮二黄), literary and martial arts, hand-eye-body-method steps, these are the roots of Peking Opera. If these are lost, it is no longer Peking Opera.
But this does not mean being complacent. I have done many interesting attempts, such as adapting Hugo's "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" into "Love Tragedy Bell Tower" (《情殇钟楼》), such as filming the 3D movie "Farewell My Concubine," and creating the Peking Opera version of "New Dragon Inn" (《新龙门客栈》) based on the movie "New Dragon Inn," such as guest starring as a "Teacher Shi" (史老师) who loves Peking Opera in the TV series "Blossoms Shanghai" (《繁花》), etc. As long as it is within my ability, I think these attempts are meaningful. In "Blossoms Shanghai" (《繁花》), I hummed the sentence "This is the unpredictability of life" from "The Tale of the Lock" (《锁麟囊》), without using a professional loud voice, because the director wanted the natural state of a neighbor reciting opera at home. As a result, after the broadcast, many people searched for the Peking Opera "The Tale of the Lock" (《锁麟囊》) because of this clip. Isn't this a good "breaking the circle"?
Of course, what I most hope is to encounter good new scripts. Now, the creation of many new repertoires has fallen into a misunderstanding: first decide what subject matter to write, and then find actors. This leads to many operas not being tailor-made for the actors. The actors feel awkward when performing, and the audience feels tired when watching. I especially agree with the views put forward in the "Three-Year Action Plan" on "script first" and opposing "subject matter only." Just like when Mr. Cheng Yanqiu (程砚秋先生) pestered Weng Ouhong (翁偶虹) to write "The Tale of the Lock" (《锁麟囊》), it took three years from the characters to the text, and every singing section was designed according to Mr. Cheng's (程先生) vocal characteristics and artistic personality. This is the right way to create.
In recent years, I was surprised to find during my national tour that more than 80% of the audience in the theater are young people. Someone asked me how to attract young people. I said that young audiences are not "attracted," but come in by themselves. If your art is good enough, the rhythm is tight, and the emotions are sincere, why wouldn't they come?
When I was exchanging ideas at Princeton University (普林斯顿大学) in the United States, a vocal music professor asked me: "Why doesn't your mouth move when you sing, but your voice is so round and full?" She immediately pointed out the difference between Chinese and Western performances. Another professor who taught acting wrote to me, saying that he underestimated Peking Opera. He originally thought that Peking Opera was just showing off skills, but he didn't expect that from movements to singing, everything was a superposition of difficulties, and it was impossible to do it without decades of practice.
This is the charm of Peking Opera. We don't have to change our essence to cater to anyone, but we need to present it in a way that conforms to the aesthetics of the times. In recent years, in addition to working hard to explore the marketization path of Peking Opera, I have also tried various self-media forms of Peking Opera communication. Many years ago, I opened a Weibo account. Even if I say good night every day, there are opera fans who respond. My team and I also conduct Douyin live broadcasts and create video accounts, Xiaohongshu (小红书), and public account platforms, so that many elderly friends who cannot enter the theater can have a way to continue to contact Peking Opera and feel Peking Opera.
Therefore, whether it is performing for many years, especially performing in various cities, or filming "Blossoms Shanghai" (《繁花》), or establishing a base in Lu Xun Park (鲁迅公园), or developing cultural and creative products, my original intention is only one: to bring the most beautiful side of Peking Opera to everyone, so that more people have the opportunity to see it, understand it, and fall in love with it.
As a Peking Opera actress, I am willing to be a paving stone, innovating in inheritance, and inheriting in innovation, so that this traditional art can radiate a more dazzling brilliance in the new era. I believe that as long as we have enough confidence and strength, we will definitely be able to retain the audience, and we will definitely be able to usher in the true spring of Peking Opera art.
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The hit drama "Family Court" is not just a stage presentation of a work, but more like a confirmation and echo of a creative concept in the current era.
The starting point for the creation of "Family Court" was somewhat special. The project originated from the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院)'s systematic preparation for this subject matter, and the intention from the beginning fell on the institutional level. The requirements were not complicated, but every word had weight: realistic grounding, youthful expression, and market-oriented dissemination. These requirements sound simple at first, but upon closer inspection, they are three forces in different directions. It means that creation must find a new path between professionalism and the public—allowing emotional narratives to grow real flesh and blood on the skeleton of institutional narratives.
To reach this kind of "reality," we went to the scene. Under the organization of the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院), the creative team went deep into front-line family courts to conduct long-term tracking of judges, clerks, bailiffs, and other positions. We recorded not only the cases themselves, but also the people behind the cases, how they met conflicts, how they digested pressure, and how they guarded the balance between the rigidity of the system and the flexibility of emotions. We entered their daily lives almost in a "resident" manner: attending court hearings, participating in discussions, and even continuing to communicate with them after work. Rather than research, it was more like an immersive life experience. This close contact allowed information to no longer stay in the abstract descriptions on the conference table, but slowly landed, grew temperature, grew emotions, and grew a real "sense of living people." It was also in this process that many judges gradually shed the shell of their professional identities and frankly told us their fatigue and helplessness, as well as the persistence that they would not let go of even if it was worn down.
These real accumulations untied the story from deliberate arrangement, and they began to flow naturally in the creation like life. For example, the common breast health problems among female judges are not a dramatic rendering, but a real reaction given by the body under long-term high pressure; and for example, judges actively entering the marriage registration office to "seek warmth" after handling a large number of emotional disputes in a row also stems from their real psychological adjustment methods. These details are difficult to touch with imagination alone.
In the early stage, we screened out more than 400 real cases, and nearly 40 were used in the first draft. With the adjustment of the drama's volume, a lot of deletions were made. The standard for selection and abandonment has always revolved around one core: whether it has social resonance. We are not concerned with extreme individual cases, but with the structural contradictions hidden in the folds of ordinary people's lives—generational rifts, marital dilemmas, alienation of family relationships, and ambiguity of responsibilities. These problems are silent, but deeply embedded in the interior of every family.
At the same time, we have always been wary of a creative "shortcut"—using extreme conflicts to pile up dramatic tension. In family matters, life itself is heavy enough, and if not handled properly, it is easy to slip into bloody plots or emotional tearing. Therefore, we repeatedly remind ourselves: do not narrate to amplify anxiety, and do not design plots to create opposition. This restraint is ultimately a trust in life itself—the original appearance of life, the true expression of human nature, they are themselves moving stories.
This restraint is also reflected in the handling of character relationships. The emotional line of the male and female protagonists is the most controversial part of the entire creation process. Emotional expressions in industry dramas are often simplified into "sugar sprinkling" or functional configurations, causing many viewers to feel resistant. Around this issue, the creative team and all parties conducted multiple rounds of discussions, and even once there was a voice of "whether to completely cancel the emotional line." We believe that what the audience rejects is not "emotion" itself, but emotional settings that are divorced from character growth and professional logic. When love becomes an addition, rather than growing in the fate of the characters, it will appear light and false. Therefore, in the creation, we try to closely intertwine the emotional line with the characters' career choices, value judgments, and even life dilemmas, and become a part of the characters' self-awareness.
Since the broadcast, we have been paying attention to the audience's feedback. Many viewers' discussions focus on specific plots and character choices, rather than simple stand opposition. This shows that the work has not intensified emotions, but has left a space for reflection and dialogue.
"Family Court" attempts to complete a return to a narrative attitude: returning to life itself, returning to the complexity and gentleness of human nature. In the world of fireworks, we may not be able to give answers to all questions, but we can try to present the real form of the questions, so that the audience can gain understanding in watching, and generate empathy in understanding.
(The author is the screenwriter of the TV series "Family Court")
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I came into contact with historical drama creation very early on, and I once wrote TV series such as "Li Wei the Magistrate" ("李卫当官"), "Li Wei Resigns" ("李卫辞官"), "Red Walls and Green Tiles" ("红墙绿瓦"), Peking Opera "Prime Minister Liu Luoguo" ("宰相刘罗锅"), and so on. During that period, there were many Qing Dynasty (清朝) historical dramas, possibly due to market supply and demand. Serious dramas, comedies, and palace dramas flew everywhere, and the term "historical spoof" also came from this.
Of course, all plays are "written." However, the causes and processes of historical events, ideological context, character trajectories, etc., must all be within strict scrutiny and must be based on the aesthetic height of today's audience.
We have a profound historical tradition, and since ancient times, the study of history has never been a child's play. The reason why the status of "Records of the Grand Historian" ("史记") is so high is because it first embodies a real historical context, as well as a constantly improving attitude towards historical research and a spirit of historical scholarship. Inspired by the ancient sages, in thinking about and dealing with the creation of historical themes, I came to a realization of "serious spoof, realistic assumptions." In a historical drama, the above concept should fall into an implementation that I call "two ends real, middle free." The two ends, one end is the most sincere possible understanding of history, which I call the "upper end." This end includes thinking about history, relatively accurate understanding and grasp of historical events, processes of change, historical figures positioning, and so on. And more important is the spiritual level. As a creator of historical dramas, one should keep up with the times as much as possible, and how to stand at the forefront of the ideological era in which one is located is a test that determines the meaning and value of the work.
Let's talk about the "lower end." It can be called the artifact end, including historical common sense, etiquette norms of various eras, official rank systems, titles, palace ban systems, and so on. Losing this end will lose the appearance and lose credibility. Various material histories can provide ample reference for this end. With the upper and lower ends grasped, the middle part is the story. This is where historical dramas can fully flex their muscles.
The recent creation of the drama "Cui Jin Yuan" ("萃锦园") was completed along the above-mentioned concept. People are familiar with the Hundred Days' Reform (戊戌变法), which is also an unavoidable topic in the first 100 years of modern Chinese history. Reviewing the tragedy and lessons of that period of history, sorting out the hardships of the past, and examining the footprints we have taken, I think it is meaningful. As a play, this is the so-called "upper end." Including the positioning of characters, the origin of thoughts, the grasp of personality, the status of each person in history, and so on. For a creator, this kind of control and exploration cannot be fooled.
As for the plot, that is, the middle part, in "Cui Jin Yuan" ("萃锦园"), I adopted bold "spoof" and assumptions. According to historical records, on the eve of the Hundred Days' Reform (戊戌变法), when Prince Gong (恭亲王) was seriously ill, Emperor Guangxu (光绪) went to Prince Gong's Mansion (恭王府) (Cui Jin Yuan (萃锦园) is the name of the garden of Prince Gong's Mansion (恭王府)), it was a private visit, what they talked about, there is no record. Empress Dowager Cixi (慈禧) also went, also a private visit, what they said, there is no record, but there is definitely content. What can be seen is Emperor Guangxu's (光绪) reform steps, in this gap, it seems to have pressed the pause button. After Prince Gong (恭亲王) passed away, Emperor Guangxu (光绪) issued the "Edict Defining National Policy" ("定国是诏") showing the reform, and promoted the Hundred Days' Reform (百日维新). Everyone knows what happened after that. Is all this related to these two meetings? Don't know; what exactly did they talk about? Don't know. So, here, I unfolded my imagination and constructed a creative space with dramatic thinking.
The drama "Copenhagen" tells the story of a private meeting between two great physicists, Bohr and Heisenberg. They were teachers and students, and giants who opened up quantum physics. But at that time, they were serving different camps. What did they say at this meeting? There is also no record. The author completed the deduction in "spoof" and assumptions. "Cui Jin Yuan" ("萃锦园") is also like this, unfolding and displaying in an important historical node and gap, in two unrecorded meetings. The two unrecorded "high-end game" dialogues between Emperor Guangxu (光绪) and Empress Dowager Cixi (慈禧) with Prince Gong (恭亲王) must carry a huge surge of history. Without the usual dramatic suspense, unfolding another skill, focusing on the twists and turns of the times and characters, creating an alternative dramatic space.
"Spoof" and assumptions can be used as a means, but it is not equal to 信马由缰 (xìn mǎ yóu jiāng - "let the horse run freely," to let things drift; to let things take their own course), you have to do sufficient homework. That period of history, the political situation, the relationship between characters, the mental journey, etc., must be carefully and fully grasped. I don't like typified, analogous models. The position, origin, and personality of the characters are historically positioned. "People make their own history, but they do not make it just as they please; they do not make it under circumstances chosen by themselves." This is what Marx said. Characters are the sum of history, which is a core concept. All the "spoof" and assumptions in "Cui Jin Yuan" ("萃锦园") follow this principle.
(The author is the playwright of the drama "Cui Jin Yuan" ("萃锦园"))
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The recently broadcasted inaugural CMG China Film Ceremony was a cinematic feast that combined authority, ritual, and warmth. Coinciding with the 121st anniversary of Chinese cinema, the term "inaugural" not only carries the mission of setting a new benchmark for the industry but also embodies a retrospective of the century-long journey of Chinese cinema and expectations for future development.
The most touching and unforgettable moment of the entire ceremony for me was the keynote speech by the nonagenarian film performing artist, Teacher Niu Ben (牛犇). He movingly said, "The path of film has never been about one person running fast, but about a group of filmmakers going far..." His powerful "One, two, one, march forward" instantly ignited the enthusiasm of the audience and deeply resonated with the hearts of film workers. With over eighty years in the film industry, Niu Ben has always practiced "One, two, one, march forward." His simple words were resounding, conveying his infinite expectations for the passing of the torch of Chinese cinema.
From the seniors who have cultivated the film industry for decades and adhered to their original aspirations, to the emerging and intelligent newcomers; from the sincere expressions of "Nanjing Photo Studio (南京照相馆)" and "Chasing Shadows (捕风追影)," to the breakthroughs in domestic animation of "Ne Zha (哪吒之魔童闹海)" and "Wolfwalkers (浪浪山小妖怪)"... Every filmmaker and every film commended at the ceremony is engraved with the imprint of the times, demonstrating the significance of craftsmanship and perseverance, and is a vivid footnote to Chinese cinema's "marching forward."
"One, two, one, march forward" concretely interprets the spiritual core of Chinese cinema's continuous progress. Good movies are never superficial 花拳绣腿 (huā quán xiù tuǐ - "fancy boxing embroidery legs," all show and no substance), but solid "real skills." The most solid foundation on the road of "marching forward" is hidden in every creative production link of screenwriting, directing, acting, photography, sound recording, and art design, and also in everyone's day-to-day persistence, adherence, and pursuit of excellence. At the ceremony, when young actor Yu Shi (于适) demonstrated his martial arts skills on stage, his handsome appearance and agile movements won applause from the audience, but the martial arts director Yuen Woo-ping (袁和平) gave him a fair and serious evaluation of just passing. This is not only the "strict" expectation of industry seniors for their juniors, but also a vivid interpretation of the "marching forward" spirit.
The "marching forward" of Chinese cinema is never about being satisfied with existing achievements, nor will it be afraid of temporary difficulties, but about improving through polishing and advancing through perseverance, which is the relay of generations. This also allows us to understand that every second of brilliance on the screen is inseparable from the actor's thousands of hammers and refinements offstage; every bloom under the spotlight carries the blood and sweat of the entire crew. Only by calming down to cultivate deeply and meticulously, and experiencing tempering and precipitation, can we truly stand in the center of the light and shadow, be seen by the audience, and be remembered by the times.
At present, the film industry has both opportunities and challenges. Filmmakers may wish to savor the phrase "One, two, one, march forward." These short 6 characters contain love for film, adherence to the industry, and responsibility to the times. With the convergence of light and shadow and concerted efforts, I believe that Chinese cinema will surely write a more brilliant chapter.
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Realistic creation often begins with a certain unavoidable real-world trigger. For creators, realism not only means maintaining sensitivity to life, but also means taking responsibility for reality. Good realistic works should not only reflect reality, but also promote public awareness, respond to social concerns, and leave an echo in reality. From the TV series "Don't Talk to Strangers," which directly addresses the issue of domestic violence, to the film "Ocean Heaven," which focuses on the autistic community, I have strived to adhere to this creative philosophy. The creation of "Dangerous Relationship" also stemmed from the shock brought about by a real case.
In 2019, the "Bao Li (包丽) case at Peking University" sparked widespread attention. A young life perished under sustained harm in an intimate relationship, prompting me to confront a long-hidden but real social problem: spiritual control and psychological abuse disguised as affection. It leaves no external traces, but erodes a person's self-awareness and judgment day after day, even pushing them to extremes. As a mother, I found it difficult to ignore the impact of those details.
In 2020, we conducted more than eight months of interviews and research around this issue. We started with individual cases, listening to the real experiences of victims. Some were trapped in long-term anxiety, insomnia, and self-denial, while others still struggled to rebuild trust many years later. Pain does not always manifest in dramatic ways, but rather transforms into silence, hesitation, and those moments of unspoken words. The closer we got to real individuals, the clearer the hidden and continuous nature of this type of harm became.
At the same time, we conducted in-depth research into the operation and dissemination chains of such behavior. Originally intended to improve social skills, these techniques gradually became distorted in the process of dissemination, and were even packaged as "emotional counseling" and "personal growth." Even more alarming is that this model has also been exploited by some illegal organizations, evolving into a new form of fraud. In recent years, relevant national departments have continued to strengthen governance, and social vigilance has also been continuously improved, but similar risks have not completely disappeared. We deeply felt the confusing, serious, and urgent nature of this issue.
During the research process, we also had in-depth exchanges with experts and professionals, including the Chinese Mental Health Association (中国心理卫生协会). Their research and practice provided important theoretical support for our understanding of this social problem, and also helped us to be as accurate and restrained as possible in our creation. It can be said that the research fundamentally shaped the value position and expression of this work.
In the creation of "Dangerous Relationship," we have always adhered to several principles: first, not to avoid real contradictions, but also not to sensationalize the harm in a sensational way; second, not to beautify the manipulators, nor to simply label the victims; and third, not to treat the characters as single symbols, but to strive to present the social environment and psychological causes in their formation process. Writing about Luo Liang (罗梁) and Xia Yi (夏燚) in the TV series is to reveal the emptiness and distortion behind their desire for control; writing about female characters such as Yan Ling (颜聆) and Li Changning (李长宁) is to present their awakening and resistance in the face of adversity; writing about law enforcement images such as Li Zhiheng (李志恒) and Wang Haoying (汪昊颖) is to hope to respond to the efforts of the rule of law construction and social governance in this field. From a vague character list to a complete script, from topic demonstration to actual shooting, it has undergone repeated deliberation and multiple revisions. The creation itself is a process of constantly approaching reality and constantly calibrating expression.
The completion of this work stems from a simple belief: in the face of this hidden but continuous harm, art should not only be a bystander, but should also strive to provide some kind of "possibility of moving towards the future." We hope that "Dangerous Relationship" can not only improve public awareness of harmful relationships, but also allow people in distress to see the path to being understood and helped.
At the end of 2025, the relevant facts of the Bao Li (包丽) case were included in the typical anti-domestic violence cases released by the Supreme People's Court (最高人民法院). This means that this type of harm, which was once difficult to articulate, is gradually entering a clearer public expression and legal framework. This is not the end, but a continuous advancement - society is progressing, the rule of law is improving, and more and more people are using actions to safeguard the dignity and safety of life.
The significance of realistic creation may also lie in this: facing reality and also watching over a better future.
(The author is a professor at the Beijing Film Academy (北京电影学院) and the screenwriter and director of the TV series "Dangerous Relationship.")
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